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Generac 5943 - GP7500E 7500 Watt Electric Start Portable Generator

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7,500
Rated Watts
Surge Watts
9,375
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Portable Emergency Generator
Energizes mission-critical appliances - except central a/c

Electric Start
Start the generator with the press of a button (battery included)

Generac OHV® Engine
Splash type lubrication for improved engine life

Low Oil Pressure Safety Shutdown
Protects the engine and generator from lack of lubrication

Steel Gas Tank w/ Fuel Gauge
Durable gas tank with offset filler tube to minimize spillage

Heavy-Duty Cradle
1-1/4" diameter hardened steel frame to protect it from damage

Portability Kit
Oversized wheels with Never-flat technology
Heavy-duty fold-down handles that lock

Hour Meter
Built-in resets remind you of scheduled maintenance

Low Tone Muffler
Minimizes noise levels and maintains neighborhood sanity


Model
  Model Number:5943
 UPC:696471059434
 Manufacturer:Generac
 Made in USA:No
Engine
 Brand:Generac
 Starting System:12-Volt Button Start w/ Recoil
 HP/CC:420 cc
 Consumer Engine Warranty:2 Years
 Commercial Engine Warranty:1 Year
 Engine RPM:3600 RPM
 Low Oil Alert/Shutdown:Yes
 Cast Iron Sleeve:Yes
Product Specs
 Voltage120/240 Single-Phase
 Frequency:60 Hertz
 Alternator:Brush
 Auto Voltage Regulation:Yes
 Fuel TypeGasoline
 Rated Amps:31 Amps @ 240 Volts (Single Phase)
 Portability Kit:NeverFlat
 Tank Size:8 Gallons
 Run Time (50% Load):12 Hours
 Fuel Tank Material:Metal
 Fuel Gauge:Yes
 Idle Control:No
 Hour Meter:Yes
 Voltage Meter:No
 Lifting Eye:No
 Battery:Included
Overview
 Weight:201 Lbs. (91.17 kilograms)
 Dimensions:27.25"L x 27"W x 25"H
(69.22 x 68.58 x 63.50 cm)
 Consumer Warranty:2 Years
 Commercial Warranty:1 Year
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Q: hi, i purchaed a Generac 7500 E from you recently. i was looking to see what type of Oil i need to purchase ? is it 2 cycle or 4 cycle ? or neither ? please let me know , thanks
by Brett from New York on January 28, 2013

A: The unit uses a standard motor oil (4-cycle) and you will need to refer to the chart in the owner's manual for the recommended viscosity. Unit comes with SAE 30 weight oil and most applications use 10W-30.

Per Section 2.7.1 of the manual:

"All oil should meet minimum American Petroleum Institute (API) Service Class SJ, SL or better. Use no special additives. Select the oil's viscosity grade according to the expected operating temperature (also see chart)."

• Above 40° F, use SAE 30
• Below 40° F and down to 10° F, use 10W-30
• Below 10° F, use synthetic 5W-30
by Jim, Product Expert

Q: Looking at the 7500E and wondering what is the type and rating of the Battery, Lead Acid , NiCad Metal Hydride?? Cost of replacement??
by Bob Vandegrift from Virginia on September 03, 2012

A: They use lead acid batteries that are AGM, sealed batteries. These typically cost between 40-50 if they need to be replaced & can be sourced from a Batteries Plus or an InterState battery store.
by Jim, Product Expert

Q: I am looking at a Generac 5943 7500 Watt generator. It is rated at 31 amps. Can I install a 30 amp 10 circuit transfer switch or do I need to go to a 50 amp transfer switch? The transfer switch is 150 ft away from the generator. Will 10 guage 4 conductor wire be adaquate or do I need to go to 8 guage 4 conductor wire?
by Dick Heaton from Massachusetts on August 04, 2012

A: You would need to go with 30A accessories to connect to the Generac model 5943. The largest outlet on the generator is 30A and that is what you match your accessories to.

You will definitely need to go to a larger gauge wire but still may have some voltage drop due to the distance.

Please consult with a certified electrician for installation and wire sizing assistance.

by Jim, Product Expert

Q: My electrician recommended getting a generator of 7500 or 8000 running watts. Does the 5943 qualify?

What is a "float charger"? Does this model have it?

Does the battery charges when it is running?

by Gary Stauffer from Virginia on July 14, 2012

A: Model 5943 is a good choice to meet your electricians recommendation.

A float charger allows you to keep the charger plugged in all the time where it will charge the battery when it gets low and stops charging when it is fully charged and won't over charge the battery.

Model 5943 does not come with a float charger. The charger supplied can only be plugged in for a max of 48 hours.

This is because you should start the generator weekly and if the battery seems low you can charge it with the supplied charger. This keeps the engine lubricated and ready to use when needed.

The generator does not charge the battery when it is running.
by Jim, Product Expert

Q: What"s the warranty on the Generac Model 5943?
by Terry Pfaff from Michigan on March 11, 2012

A: Consumer Warranty: 2 Years
Commercial Warranty: 1 Year
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Q: How many amps on 240 volt receptacle ??
Thanx, Jim

by Jim Mothershead from Maryland on February 07, 2012

A: You can find the maximum amperage rating listed in the specs section on the product page.

31 Amps @ 240 Volts (Single Phase)

by Jim, Product Expert

Q: What type/style of battery comes with the Generac 5943? I would like to know what type of a battery charger/maintainer the battery would require. I am thinking about a BatteryMINDer Charger/Maintainer/Desulfator - 1.3 Amp, 12 Volt, Model# 12117. This one is not recommended for deep cycle batteries.
by Tom Wagasky from Ohio on January 20, 2012

A: Generac does not provide the Group number for the battery that comes with the generator. It is listed as a 12V with 10Ahr and the generator comes with a batter charger already.

You can confirm with Generac customer support at 888-436-3722.

by Jim, Product Expert

Q: Is this model made in America?
by L Carr from Indiana on January 06, 2012

A: The engines are produced overseas and the generators are put together in Wisconsin at their facility.

If you are looking to purchase American made only then you need to look at the Generac XG & XP models which are entirely built in Wisconsin.

Generac Portable Generators

by Jim, Product Expert

Q: I just bought this generator form EGD and wand to know if it has a Voltage Regulator? and also would like to know if you recommend Synthetic Oil?Thanks John P>S I just orderd it 10-9-11 I paid more for it on your site then other sites but your site seems more profesional & provides more information.
by John Eichinger from New Jersey on October 10, 2011

A: John,

Per Generac their GP models do have Voltage Regulation and the recommended oil per Generac is based on temperature in your area and can be found in the owner's manual. If you are in a colder climate then synthetic oil is ok to use.

by Jim, Product Expert

Q: We are interested in the Generac 5943. We want to utilize a transfer system to power our fridge/freezer, submersible water pump, and enough lights to keep us from "breaking legs" in an emergency. Our home is 2800 sq ft. Do we need to accessory kit, or anything else? Are we "over killing" mode or are we on the right track?
by Charles McDonald from Connecticut on August 31, 2011

A: You're on the right track. The Generac 5943 is a great choice to power a small home.

With a transfer switch, it can energize 10-circuits in your home. Just doesn't have the strength to power a central air conditioner.

Here's a link to the Power Transfer System that we recommend with this unit:

Reliance Controls 30-Amp Power Transfer System
by Jim, Product Expert

Q: I planning to get a generator and, with a proper interlock, backfeed into my panel. I'm considering the Generac 75000E. It has a 240-volt 30-amp receptacle. Do any of these other generator have a receptacle greater than 30 amps in the same price range.
by Mike from Pennsylvania on August 31, 2011

A: First things first, NEVER backfeed into your panel!

This article explains what happens when you do:

How NOT to Connect a Portable Generator

Secondly, consider getting a Power Transfer System to connect to the generator.

How to Pick the Perfect Power Transfer System

Finally, this generator has a 30-amp outlet because it produces approximately 30-amp of power.

If you want a generator with a 50-amp outlet, you'll need a bigger generator around 10- to 17.5-kilowatts.
by Jim, Product Expert

Q: I just bought this generator from your company and am expecting it any day. I now need a transfer switch to accompany the generator. I am looking at the Reliance Controls 31410CRK switch. Will this compliment the generator and be sufficient?
by Pete Leclerc from Rhode Island on August 31, 2011

A: You chose wisely.

The 31410CRK is the perfect companion to this generator because it features 10-circuits.

Reliance Controls 3140CRK
by Jim, Product Expert

Q: I’m looking at getting an emergency generator for storm/hurricane outages we have here in the Houston area.

It is for an 1800 sq-ft house. I’d like to power as much of the house as possible to continue “normal life” as much as reasonable. I understand I won’t be able to power the central A/C. Instead I’ll have an 8000 BTU portable A/C unit I’d like to power (about 1100 watts).

So, in general, the main things I’d like to run are:
o Refrigerator
o Portable A/C
o 3 ceiling fans
o Microwave
o Washer
o Gas dryer
o Computer and TV
o Miscellaneous lights

I’d like to power at least 6 single-pole circuits. 8 would be better, and 10 would be ideal (that would power all my circuits in the house). I don’t need to power any double-pole circuits.

My main service panel is mounted outside, on the back of my house. Putting a transfer switch indoors would be quite involved. So mounting outside is desired.

The Generac 5943 – GP7500E 7500 watt looks like it would fit what I’m looking for.

Do you agree? What would you recommend for a manual transfer switch and/or any other items I need in order to get this set up right?

by Steve Collins from Texas on April 18, 2011

A: Steve,

The 7500watt generac is a good unit for basic needs. The main thing to understand is that you will have to manage your loads and this is best accomplished by using a manual transfer panel (outdoor) which would be mounted after your meter but before your main panel. This allows you to manage your entire panel (making sure you do not overload) by selecting the circuits you want to run as certain times. The link below is a model I recommend for this to be done. Please have certified electrician install this system due to the nature of the install.

Manual 200A Outdoor Transfer Panel

Manual 100A Outdoor Transfer Panel

by Jim, Product Expert

Q: I just received the generator I purchased from you (Generac GP5500 - 5500 Watt Portable Generator) and it comes with a bottle of oil. It does not say on the bottle what type it is. 30 weight or 10w30? Do you know so that it is the proper oil to use for the current temperature.
Thanks, Larry

by Larry from Ohio on March 26, 2011

A: Generac uses 10W30 in their kits that get sent with the portable generators.
by Jim, Product Expert

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Electric Generators Direct Recommended
Jim's Recommendation

We like the Generac 7500 watt portable generator for four reasons.

1. Electric Start
Generators are often hard to start with a recoil rope. This Generac generator comes conveniently equipped with an electric start button and a battery. Simply press the button, and it starts like a charm.

2. It's Affordable

3. Low Tone Muffler
This feature reduces the noise level. If you have ever been near a portable generator while it's running, it can be very loud. This keeps the noise down.

4. Large fuel tank for long run times and less fueling windows




May 10, 2013

James


5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

Generac 7500e

The product was indicated in stock and unlike many other web stores, it actually was. Direct shipped the unit right away. Shipping options gave me the option to have the generator on a lower tail gate truck which I paid a little extra.. The truck arrived and actually was a lower Tia, gate truck! The item arrived in excellent shape. The generator is excellent. Some slight assembly was required. I put the oil and gas in the the unit fired up right away. The construction of the Generac 7500E is fantastic. Electric Direct Generators did an excellent job. I would highly recommend them as well I wou... more


May 07, 2013

Chuck
Coleman, MI

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Generac 7500 W Electric Start

Very satisfied so far. I got EXACTLY what I ordered. Far above the other Generators when you dig into details. I checked with electrical folks who know only one name comes up. Generac

April 30, 2013

Mike


5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
M.a.k.

My wife and I live in an area prone to fire. Last year a fire took out 75 electric poles and, needless to say, power was interupted. We decided then to purchase a reliable, easy staring generator for such future events and so that when our power is out, we will be able to supply power to our well and continue to fill fire fighting riggs.

In the process of rewiring our well this winter to transfer over from line power to a generator power, we are most pleased that the generator starts easily with the electric start and will do so time after time.

April 13, 2013

Dave
New Freedom, PA

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Complete Satisfaction

I ordered my generator from EGD based on the recommendation of my electrician. It came when promised and it was easy to assemble the wheels and handle. It started immediately. Finally, my electrician returned and made the modifications to my electrical panel and installed the outside plug for the generator input. We started the generator with the electric starter and then flipped off the main breaker, allowing us to flip on the branch breaker that the generator feeds into. Instantly, power returned to the house and everything was running. I feel I'm ready for whatever Nature deals me as ... more


April 10, 2013

Rick


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Verified Customer
Prompt Delivery

Great generator. Started right up. My electrician hooked it up to the panel and the whole house lit up. Fantastic....

April 10, 2013

Ronald
Virginia Beach, VA

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Verified Customer
Generac Electric Start Generator

I am very pleased with my Generac generator. After putting in oil and gas, I started the generator with no problem. And again I am really satisfied.

April 10, 2013

John


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Verified Customer
Good Product, Fast Delivery

The generator arrived in 2 or 3 days in good condition. It's pretty easy to put together, although the drawings of the bolts are a little hard to read, and I put some bolts in the wrong places. That's a credit to my stupidity - I don't blame the instructions. It started right up after assembly, and the 220 power worked fine through to my transfer switch. (I haven't run it under full load yet, though.) The one thing I don't like about it is the placement of the battery and the connecting cables. The cables are very much in the way of the oil fill port, and I had to find a funnel with abou... more


April 04, 2013

Steve
Dutchess County, NY

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

Saved From Superstorm Sandy

I bought the Generac model 5942 7500kW unit right after Hurricane Irene in August of 2011 left us with no power for five days. The 5942 is identical to the 5943 except it does not have electric start. It has a recoil start, which I wanted because I didn't want to be bothered with battery maintenance. I hooked mine up through a ten-circuit Reliance transfer panel and 30A receptacle. It starts right up with one or two pulls.

A few words of advice: Do not store this generator with a full tank of gas. It leaked by the fuel shut off valve, which I had left open at first, and flooded the carbure... more


March 27, 2013

Harvey
Melville, NY

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Verified Customer
Love It

I love it. It Works Great!

March 26, 2013

Todd


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Verified Customer
Jury Is Out, But I Am Definitely One Of The 1%'ers

I will add more to this when I have been through the warranty claim. For now though, I am one of the unlucky recipients of a poorly idling motor...brand new, assembled correctly with the right amount of oil...the engine purrs at high RPM with the choke fully engaged, but when you drop it back to idle (after the motor is warm) it sputters and blows black smoke.

I think the carb needs adjusting as it may be too rich. But what a pain in the ass that I buy a Brand new generator just to have to take it to a shop...immediately. I give it three stars right now because I like the color orange...a... more


March 23, 2013

Gary
Beekman, NY

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Verified Customer
Got My Generator

Good price, delivery right on schedule. Put it together, started right up. One happy owner!

March 17, 2013

Larry
White Hall, MD

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Verified Customer
Generac 5943 Generator

This has been a great generator so far. Have not used it yet during a power outage but after the electricians got it plugged into the house, we tested it. It will run the water heater and the well pump at the same time. It was easy to assemble once delivered and has been great to move around the garage on its built in cart.

March 17, 2013

Tony


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Verified Customer
Great Backup Generator

Purchased this 7.5 kw unit as a backup to periodic power outages. It has enough power to keep my well pump, furnaces, refrigerator, fans, a couple of TV's and required lights on. It was easy to put together and service and to this point I'm quite satisfied with the unit and with the price and delivery from Generators Direct.

March 08, 2013

Mike
Ludlow, MA

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Verified Customer
Ready

Shipped sooner than expected. Easy assembly and started on first pull. All set for the next outage.

March 06, 2013

Mike


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Verified Customer
My Lucky Rabbit's Foot

My wife and I had become tired of living with the recent storm related power outages. No light, heat, water. Using camping gear to get by. Enough is enough. After a recent storm I searched local stores and discovered that the desired larger output generators were out of stock and restocking was on back order 10-12 weeks out. I went online and discovered Electric Generators Direct. The generator I wanted was in stock and available for immediate shipping. Very convenient and efficient ordering and shipping. The unit ordered was promptly delivered. My electrician has set me up, tested ... more


March 04, 2013

Scott
Plymouth, MA

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Verified Customer
Portable Generator

Enjoy my generator after 4 days with no power, I finally broke down and purchased one. Very pleased with the correspondence, price and shipping. All positive experience with this company and would recommend in the future.

March 02, 2013

Ed


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Verified Customer
Great Generator

Ordered this generator the end of December. Was on backorder for middle of January, but again was backordered till beginning of February which was not a big deal since the weather has cooperated. Generator was delivered on February 4th. Delivery was fine, no problems, truck driver was very helpful. I put together the generator and had it running in about 45 mins. of delivery. Ranthe generator for about 15 min. everything seems to be ok, waiting for a real outage to see what this baby can do!

February 26, 2013

John


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Verified Customer
Generator Purchase

I recently purchased a Generac 7500kw generator for emergency back-ups. The item was back-ordered when I ordered it so I had to be patient for arrival - but it did arrive in time for the Northeast Blizzard. I highly recommend buying the optional tail-gate service - the delivery person rolled the 200+lb package right into my garage.

The unit was in great shape out of the box. Be prepared to assemble the unit: wheels, pull handle and connect the battery - all of these steps were clearly documented in the setup instructions. The only additional item I need to start the unit was gasoline -... more


February 24, 2013

Peter
Hopewell JCT, NY

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Best Generator Ever

Love it, Never been with out power again. The GP7500E runs my whole house (I mean the whole house.) The best thing I ever purchased. I would tell everyone to get a Generac Generator.

February 17, 2013

Kurt


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Verified Customer
Generac

Great service, very knowledgeable, easy set up and runs great. Though I haven't had a power outage yet. I do run it weekly to break it in. Thanks

February 15, 2013

John


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Verified Customer
Generac 5943 Review

Happy!!!

February 14, 2013

William
Lakeville, CT

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Verified Customer
Easy Installation

Ours was delivered the day before we were leaving on vacation, and we missed the big blizzard here in the NorthEast. When we returned, set up was easy, just needed a buddy to help with moving it to the basement walkout, where our electrician installed a box for convenient plug-in. Putt on the wheels, handle, etc, added oil and gas , and it started on the first try! We're now ready for the next outage.

February 14, 2013

David
Oxford, CT

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Verified Customer
Dear Generac

Generator started up fine. Haven't been without power, but ran it for a while and runs smooth. Thanks for the quick delivery. Will take good care of it.

February 13, 2013

Joseph
Chester, NY

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Verified Customer
Awesome!!!!!

I have my well, furnace, fridge, microwave and almost every light / outlet in the house powered through a Reliance Control 10 circuit 30310A switch. I bought this after Sandy left me and my family without power for 4 days and haven't had to use it yet. I did perform a test and literally had everything mentioned above running at the same time and my 7500 watt electric start Generac portable generator had no problems. If I recall, the watt meters on the switch were hanging around 1500 - 2000 watts each which is well below the 7500 watt max. This thing is quiet too compared to other portable ... more


February 10, 2013

Steve


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Verified Customer
Hurricane Irene And Super Storm Sandy

I bought this after hurricane Irene and for some time afterward I wondered whether I had over reacted. Then came hurricane/super storm Sandy which knocked out our power for 2 weeks. I broke out my generator' filled it with gas, pushed the button and it started right up. I had TV, internet, 2 refrigerators, lights and even coffee in the morning. I no longer questioned whether I had over reacted. Other then having trouble getting enough gas the generator worked like a charm with power to spare. I'm considering purchasing a second one for our summer home. I highly recommend this product.

February 10, 2013

Bill
Bristol, RI

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New England Blizzard

This is truly a strong generator. I ran it for 8 hours straight then off for 4 hours. Repeated that for 2 days. This beast ran 2 boilers, 3 ref. 2 freezers, 3 televisions, computers and microwaves and at least 6 lights I ran 2 houses with this unit. No problems yet. I would like to have seen a inline gas filter in i. I will install one in near future. Good product for the price.

February 07, 2013

Delanie


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Verified Customer
Good Product

The product was delivered on schedule, and assembled without major difficulty. I added oil & gas, started it with a pre-charged battery; it works fine.

I tested the generator's ability to carry the house's electric circuits I planned, everything worked fine. It's not as noisy as my neighbor's, or even as I expected.

I'm happy with the entire purchase at this point.

February 05, 2013

Allan
Lunenburg, MA

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Verified Customer
Gp7500e Review

After doing some research, I was in the hunt to purchase a Generac generator and found Electric Generators Direct. The price was lower and the expected availability was sooner than most places that I visited. To tell you the truth I was a bit concerned about the date of availability as most places said they would not have them for about two months or more. I thought this might be a case of purchase and a constant update of availability delays but that was not so. I purchased the generator from Electric Generators Direct without hassels and it was delivered in about three weeks, when you sa... more


February 03, 2013

Anneke J.
Andover, NJ

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Verified Customer
Ready To Go!!!

We had a different generator before Hurricane Sandy and it quit the first week we were without power. I had to go to my daughter for the second week without power. since the generator we had died out!

After we got power back we ordered a new Generac . It took about six weeks to receive because of the back order, but it finally came. It is all hooked up and ready to go, but the power has not been off.

But- we are ready to go when it does.

January 31, 2013

Anton


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Verified Customer
Anton Power And Light

Nice prompt delivery. Easy to put wheels and feet on. Started right up. Showed wife how to start no problem.
Still need to have friend come over and wire up transfer switch. Happily retired power plant worker now with my own
power and light.

January 31, 2013

Lewis


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Verified Customer
Easy

I put the wheels on.
I put the oil in.
I put in a little gas, 1 pull, started right up.

January 29, 2013

Steven
Milford, CT

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Verified Customer
Service Is Number One With Electric Generators Direct.

Every time I called the service dept.was always able to answer my questions on the type of generator I needed, everybody was very helpful, and the generator was delivered on time

January 27, 2013

Bob
Stony Brook, NY

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Verified Customer
New Generator

I received generator in excellent condition. Set-up was easy. The only complaint is that the engine oil that was packaged with the generator has no identifying specs on the label.

I was told on the help line that the oil is 30wt, however, if its below 40 degrees, you should service the generator with 5-30.

January 27, 2013

Mark
Ridgefield, CT

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Verified Customer
Finally Ready For The Next Storm

Generator was back ordered, but I received notification of availability earlier than expected. Some minor problems with shipping- shipping company would only give eight hour window- not the customary four, so you basically have to be prepared to forfeit a full day waiting for the delivery. Shipping company also had an incorrect delivery address, by having the wrong city.

The driver called mid-route to say he was having problems finding the house. When my wife corrected him, he said no guarantee he could make it. I called Generators Direct customer service, and they were exceptionally he... more


January 22, 2013

Will


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Verified Customer
“remote Area Surcharge”

Purchase was for office use and there has not been an occasion to use it yet.
Easy to put together and easy to maneuver. I have worked with Generac in the past and I am sure it will be ok.

I do have a complaint about the “Remote Area Surcharge”. I find it laughable that a commercial address with in 45 minutes of the largest city in the United States is considered “remote”. So much for free shipping.
But still a good price. Just think they should drop the free shipping.

January 22, 2013

Richard
New Egypt, NJ

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

Ready To Generate In New Egypt Nj. !

Sandy convinced me. The convenience of electricity is not really appreciated until the freezer, refrigerator, heater and lights stop working. After attempting to locate and research locally, to purchase somthing that wood meet my needs, I had very little success.Everything had been sold in my category and price range. When the electric came back in service I researched the computer and found Generators Direct..After reviewing style, watts and fuel I ordered the GP7500 Electric Start to do the job. Everything was on back order and estimated delivery was January 4, 2013. I was not pressed for t... more


January 16, 2013

Thomas
Lindenhurst, NY

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

Excellent Machine

Delivery was earlier than expected. I was very glad I asked for lift gate truck. Easy set up although a little difficult getting it out of box.

I started right up and was very pleased that it was quieter than anticipated.

Primed and loaded for our next Hurricane Sandy or any other loss of power.

Very pleased with entire procedure, from ordering, delivery and set up.

Thank you.

January 15, 2013

Kevin


5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Now I'm Ready!

When I saw the power outages in NY and NJ after Sandy, I decided it was time to buy a generator and transfer switch. These storms that knock out power seem to be happening a lot more frequently, whether you believe in global warming or not so I'm going to be prepared. I did a lot of online research and decided on the Generac 7500E and the Reliance Controls 30 amp, 10 breaker transfer switch.

Very happy with both. I just finished hooking up the transfer switch today and it took about an hour. There is a great set of videos on YouTube from Reliance Controls on how to do it yourself and the... more


January 12, 2013

Frances


5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Future Use

This unit was recommended by my electrician and to date I have not had to use it. I was without power for a week during the last storm named "Sandy" and do not want to go through that again.

January 10, 2013

Liz


5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Hooked Up!

It is a well built and thought out piece of equipment. The wheel assembly and the handle made it easy to move around. It is great--the generator has plenty of power and the trickle battery charger is a big plus. My husband is handicap and can not easily pull the cord so that works great for us -- although it pulls easy enough.We just had the electricians come and hook it up.

They shut down the main power and turned on the generator and it ran exactly what we wanted and lots more without putting a load on the generator. It is pretty quiet considering the power it has and it can run for hou... more


January 10, 2013

Charlie


5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Peace Of Mind Knowing You Are Prepared

I ordered my Generac GP 7500E to run most of my house. Paired it with a Reliance Controls 30amp 10 circuit transfer switch. Just installed everything last weekend. Now I am just waiting for the next outage :-) I was tired of all the outages that seemed to be affecting my area. One of the outages was super storm Sandy. I was really lucky as I did not have any damage, just lost power.

Generator has an electric start and started immediately. When I tried to turn it off it just kept running. As it turned out one of the wires for the kill switch was not connected. Plugged the wire in a... more


January 07, 2013

Joe


5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
7500e

Short & sweet LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!

January 06, 2013

Bill
Reading, PA

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Great Generator

I have been very impressed with this generator. It arrived before the date estimated as it was back ordered.
I paid for the lift gate service which was well worth it. The delivery service called two days ahead and the day of delivery.
They delivered it on time and put it in the garage for my wife as I was working. It was a breeze to install the handle, wheels and battery. Generator started right up and has every time since.
I also later ordered the cover for it which fits great. I am very pleased with my purchase.

January 05, 2013

Peter


5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Great Product/ Great Service

I bought this generator one year following the Hurricane Irene mess. I have private water, so losing power is worse than average around here. Logged on to this site, and was directed towards the best generator for my needs.

I received it about ONE WEEK before my next outage, so I actually got to live test it! Worked great. Runs BOTH refrigerators, my well pump, septic pump, sump pump , TV, some lights, and EVEN THE FURNACE without any draw down. I have the Interlock setup installed on my CB panel, with a 30 amp outlet mounted outside the house.

I also purchased a 40 ft. cord, so ... more


January 04, 2013

Jim


5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Very Please

We were very pleased with the generator and the delivery. It came to our door in just a few days, within the hour I had it unpacked, assembled and running, it fired right up. I have only used it to power a few tools and a drop light but have everything set up so if we loose power we can run most of our main floor rooms and be very comfortable.
Thanks

January 04, 2013

Scott


5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Sandy Strikes

I ordered this generator about 10 days before Sandy hit NJ. I got a call from the shipping company about 3 days after the storm saying they would be there the next day. The truck couldn't get down my street because of all the downed trees so we agreed to meet at a restaurant parking lot about 1/2 mile away. The driver was great about helping me get it in the van.

The setup is pretty easy and the generator started right away.
We were out of power for 2 weeks so this was a lifesaver. Started easily every time with the electric start and my wife was totally comfortable using it it. Set the... more


January 03, 2013

Albert
Scotch Plains, NJ

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Power Back Up

Nice generator, I just received it. Delivery was easy ($50). Very easy to put together. It started with no problem. Next, is the transfer switch and I'm ready for the next power outage.
I think??????

Thank you EGD

January 02, 2013

Robert
Wilton, CT

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Very Pleased With Egd And The Generac 5943

Early this fall when I realized my generator (old Coleman Powermate 5000running/6250start) wasn’t running, I wanted to shop for a new one with electric start.

I put it off too long and Hurricane Sandy hit. Our area was hit hard, I called EGD and ordered the 5943 on Tuesday 10/31. I was able to borrow a friend’s older generator to keep us going. I was shocked at how EGD shipped the unit that day I chose to pick up the unit at the depot when it arrived on Friday 11/2 which was only an hour from my house.

I must say, I was a little nervous because my one of my neighbors purchased th... more


December 31, 2012

Mike
Windfield, PA

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

Very Happy

It was delivered on time.
R&L trucking called the day of delivery and ask directions and was here on time.
I had transfer switch put in and tested it.
Runs every thing in the house hold just fine.

December 29, 2012

John


5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Generac 5943

My generator was delivered on time and in good condition. The assembly was easy and the instructions were great. I have not had the occasion to use it yet but it brings a peace of mind that if I need it I have it.

Everyone at Generator Direct was very professional and knowledgeable of the products they sell.

All around it was a great experience that I would not hesitate to do again.

December 23, 2012

Joe A
Poughquag, NY

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Generac Gp7500e

I have the Generac GP7500E since November 2012.
So far no problems although I haven't used it much.
I have it back fed to the main panel using a manual Interlock Kit.
It is easily handled all my necessary circuits including the well pump, oil burner furnace with hot water baseboard heat circulator, refrigerator, freezer, TV, lights, computer, etc.
I haven't had to use the kitchen appliances yet but I'm confident I could use at least one at a time.

December 21, 2012

AJ
Baltimore, MD

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Wonderful Delivery Experience

I have not had a chance to try out my new generator yet.
But I must praise the R&L driver who delivered it to me yesterday.
Before I could even ask him to move it into my garage.
The driver asked me to open my garage door so that he could move it inside.
The driver then placed the 200 pound plus generator in exactly the spot I had cleared out in my garage and then slid it off the pallet for me.
What a wonderful experience!
If the generator works as well as the delivery, I'm going to be a very happy customer.

December 15, 2012

Kevin
Cleveland, OH

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
So Far So Good!

I decided to buy a generator after seeing the problems that people were having after Hurricane Sandy and even where I live, the power outages from that storm lasted nearly a week in some areas.

I did a lot of research and really feel like the Generac 7500 will serve my needs well. The setup of this generator is extremely easy and I have no doubt will do an exceptional job. This is unfortunately where my review must end because I haven't fired the thing up yet. The reason you ask? My transfer switch is still on back order and I really don't feel the need to fire it up to see if I can pl... more


December 04, 2012

Phil W.
Greenfield, MA

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Took Me 2 Years To Decide

I live in Western Massachusetts, and we don't often get slammed with power outages, but they have been occuring with more frequency.

With the October snowstorm last year, then the hurricane this year, I decided to take action and buy a generator. I like to research things to death, and after weighing all the pros and cons with other makes and sizes, I settled upon the Generac 7500 (GP7500E).

It was a good fit for the frequency of outages we have, and I can run the vast majority of my house on it. But my main goal was to make sure we could keep the furnace on in winter and the fridge i... more


November 29, 2012

Glenn


3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

Made In China

Just got my new Generac from the local dealer. To my surprise the serial # plate says "MADE IN CHINA". I specifically paid the extra $ for a Generac because it was made in USA. What a waste. All I did was pay for the high salary of some marketing VP who shipped the jobs to China. If I had wanted to buy a product from China and save 30% I would have done it directly. Angry Patriot!

November 27, 2012

Daniel


1 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 5



Verified Customer
The Storm With A Generator That Didn't Work

We were very excited about our new generator. Two weeks later we had a chance to try it out with Hurricane Sandy.

It worked for a little bit and then died on us. The same thing happened every time we put it on for the week that we didn't have electricity.

We had to bring it in to one of the service dealers who repaired it for us. There was something defective, which shouldn't have happened to a brand new generator. Hopefully it will work better next time.

EGD RESPONDS: We're glad you came safely through a difficult time. Every item we sell has a Factory Warranty to cover situations ... more


November 22, 2012

Jesse


5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Generac 5943 - Gp7500e 7500 Watt Electric Start Portable Generator Review

The generator shipped as advertised, with easy delivery. No issues upon delivery.

It was very easy to set up, it started easily, and so far has performed flawlessly. I ran 4 rooms of lights, microwave, refrigerator, garage door, hot water heater, and furnace without even a change in the RPM.

My house is 1692 square feet and we should have no issue powering what we need during an outage.

November 22, 2012

Mike


5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Great Service, Great Generator

The generator was delivered as promised. There was an issue with the freight carrier charges, but a representative from EGD got on the phone with me and the carrier and resolved it immediately.

The generator works great. It started right up and powered most of the house.

I definitely recommend this generator and Electric Generators Direct.

November 21, 2012

Jack


3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5



Verified Customer
Disappointed - But I'll Live !!

I bought the GP7500E. There was no sign at all of any freight damage pertaining to the box. I opened it to get it up and running, and did the oil, gas etc.

I tried to start it with electric start and there was nothing. The wiring harness (male, female plug ) was broken and dangling by a strand of wire. So just to start it I used the pull start - it fired up on first pull which was cool.

Anyway I called Generac, they told me to take it to an authorized repair dealer. I couldn't return because I put gas in it. Besides the harness being busted I was informed it needs a starter which they'r... more


November 20, 2012

Paul
Woodbridge, CT

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

7500 Watts Of Fun

After experiencing another agonizing power outage, we finally bit the bullet and got our house wired for a generator.

The search was on, then, for a generator. I looked at home standby and determined that the few steps involved with firing up a gas-powered, mobile unit was a fair tradeoff for the significantly reduced price.

This unit was easy to assemble, offered sufficient bang for the buck, and offered an electric startup which I really wanted. It was easy to assemble, fires up easily and rolls well. I highly recommend it.

November 20, 2012

Bob
Yardley, PA

4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5



Verified Customer
Good Purchase

I first decided to buy the Generac 5500, but after thinking about what I would like to power up if we lose power I switched to the 7500.

It was a great buy- we were able to run two refrigerators, two space heaters and a bunch of lights. I'm planning to have an electrician put in a second box to hook the generator up in order to have heat, hot water, and refrigerators as well as a few lights running if we lose power again.

Always buy more than you think you will need.

November 20, 2012

John


5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

Followup To My July 19th Review - Excellent

When I first purchased this unit in July, I rated it as satisfied by my initial testing. Now I can say it is excellent.

As with many other people I was impacted with the storm Sandy here on LI. To say this generator made our life bearable would be an understatement. When we arrived back to our house after 4 days, we found no power, and fortunately no damage to the house itself.

For the next week, the only source of heat and power was through this unit connected via a transfer switch. It was a pleasure using the unit, and it was reliable. As with my original review, I would highl... more


November 19, 2012

Chris


5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Sandy Purchase

I bought this generator just before Sandy hit NY. Since I live in Long Island it was nice to have- we were without power for 10 days.

This generator came at day 7 and it was nice to get a few things online. It went together quickly and started right up via the battery start. I did a 5 hour break-in and changed the oil. It wasn't documented, but I thought it good to do so.

I'm glad to see it have a fuel cut-off to prevent the carb issues I read about.

It's a great unit so far, although there has been no serious load on it yet.

Great delivery, too!

November 18, 2012

Peter E.
West Warwick, RI

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Great Company

I had no problems with Electric Generators Direct. They are a very good company to deal with, and shipping was great.
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November 18, 2012

Joe


5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Fired Right Up

This is a great generator so far. It fired right up after I put it together.

I haven't had to use it yet.

November 18, 2012

Denis A.
Scarsdale, NY

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
This Generator Was A Life Saver

I was without power during Hurricane Sandy for 3 days. The house was at 57°F and the temperature was dropping. W got the generator on the 4th day.

The delivery guy dropped off the generator exactly where I asked him to. Assembly took about 10 minutes. I put in the oil and gas and it fired up no problem.

I ran it for about 15 hours total until we finally got power back. No problems - what a life saver.

I had the transfer switch installed before the generator arrived so everything was smooth. The furnace powered up and all the lights were on, with plenty of power still left.

EGD R... more


November 17, 2012

Tony
Tullytown, PA

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Emptying The Tank

In response to a post:

It runs great but here are some minor issues, they tell you drain the tank when storing the generator but you can't get a siphon hose in the gas tank filler cap due to the filter blocking the access.

Removing the fuel tank screen is easy although I don't empty my tank as I run my 5943 once a month using fuel stabilizer. I have removed it to clean it out due to particles laying in the filter. They either came from the gas or a metal 5 gallon can I had that I should have rinsed out 1st. Lift it straight up via the white plastic rim, then gently squeeze it inward (it'... more


November 17, 2012

Humbert
Coventry, RI

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Thanks

Thanks for sending my generator right on time as you promised. It was delivered right to my door by a professional truck driver.

I will not hesitate to buy again from your company, and I am telling all my friends about the great service and products that you sell.

Thanks again.

November 17, 2012

Earl
Moneta, VA

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Smooth

A most pleasant purchase. Everything happened exactly as EGD stated. Online purchases don't work this smoothly a large part of the time. I would recomen EGD to my best of friends.

November 16, 2012

Rich


5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Arrived!

After a less than an hour of setup (wheels, handle, oil, gas and battery) my generator was ready to go. It started right up and work well. No surprises!

A great product.

November 15, 2012

Ed K.
Trumbull, CT

4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5



Verified Customer
Received With Bent Escutcheon, But Not A Problem

Shipping went well except for a bent escutcheon that has no effect on the operation of the unit which worked flawlessly for 6 days straight during the Hurricane Sandy power outage here in Connecticut.

It runs great but here are some minor issues

1. They tell you drain the tank when storing generator but you can't get a siphon hose in the gas tank filler cap due to the filter blocking the access;
2. The battery is dinky, and the connections are poorly designed;
3. The manual is not well done... it misses many important issues.

The generator ran like a horse though & I would re... more


November 12, 2012

MIKE S.
El Paso, TX

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Very Pleased

I purchased this generator for emergency back-up in case of bad weather or other related issues. Thus far I HAVE BEEN VERY PLEASED.

November 07, 2012

Joe
Commack, NY

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Hurricane Sandy

After purchasing this unit after Hurricane Irene last year and finally installing the transfer switch in July, we gave it the ultimate test this past week during Hurricane Sandy.

I was not disappointed at all. I lost power for 9 days and clocked over 100 hours while I enjoyed my heat, lights, stove, TV, and Internet.

I am extremely happy with the quality. The only issue I had was getting gas, as most stations had no power either. I would definitely recommend this unit and I highly recommend the transfer switch.

November 05, 2012

Donna
Wilton, CT

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Excellent Product And Service From Egd.com

This excellent generator made our lives bearable during the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy!

It is easy to move into place and the electric start is effortless. This website is extremely efficient and shipped immediately after I ordered using the expedited shipping; it arrived as promised at the R&L facility about an hour from my home. (We were unable to wait for home delivery because the storm had started.)

I cannot say enough wonderful things about R&L the shipping company! I called numerous times to track the generator and they were always courteous, professional and very pa... more


November 05, 2012

Tony
Bucks County, PA

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Hurricane Sandy From Pa Continued

I would like to add an addition to my November 5, 2012 post:

If your considering a Transfer switch to buddy up with the Generac 7500 model, the Reliance Q310C is the way to go. It has interchangeable breakers, which helped us power all the rooms and circuits I mentioned in the previous post.

We did use the 20amp double pole for a 24,000 BTU wall AC but the 30-amp breaker in the transfer switch was not needed since we don't have an electric hot water tank. So it was pulled out and two 20-amp single pole breakers were put in its place, adding to a variety of either rooms or appliances ... more


November 05, 2012

Tony R.
Bucks County, PA

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Hurricane Sandy From Pennsylvania

Well, we all know the damage that was done here in PA and the Jersey shore...fortunately, no damage to our home.

I bought the 7500 watt, electric-start model last year after the Tropical storm which caused flooding in our basement and power outage for couple days. I also hooked up the 10 breaker/interchangeable transfer switch at the same time. Needless to say, both pieces of equipment worked flawlessly... We lost power for 4 full days.

After this LIVE test run for 3 days, this is my assessment of what I bought and actually needed:

We energized our whole 2nd floor, 1st floor dining ro... more


November 05, 2012

Jacob S.
Woodmere, NY

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

Great Generator

Excellent Generator. It's very heavy duty - it weighs over 200 pounds.

I installed the Generator on a whim, a month before Sandy roared through. We lost power for 20 Hours, and it ran great with the excellent Reliance 10-switch 31410 CRK switch.

The machine is very loud, like a motorcycle, but it has lots of power and runs great.

Highly Recommended Generator as well as Electric Generators Direct.

November 04, 2012

David Rudolph
Pound Ridge, NY

2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5



Verified Customer
Unreliable During Hurricane Sandy!

Having just purchased it and using it for the first time during this past week during Hurricane Sandy, I was extremely upset when it stopped running in the middle of night six. I checked all areas of it and finally was able to reach a Generac Rep at a local hardware store. I got the number from Google. The Generac site told me they were available Monday thru Friday even in the midst of the biggest storm to ever hit the Northeast Coast! Unbelievable! The Rep walked me through a troubleshooting process until we came to the oil sensor possibly being bad. He said he has been finding this lately... more


November 03, 2012

Randy
Oakdale, CT

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Worth The Investment

I decided to upgrade to a newer, more powerful unit after dealing with two major power outages last fall. I made the purchase in September 2012 and used it for several days in October during Sandy.

I installed a switch panel and this made it so much easier. It's a well made machine- I am very happy with it and glad I did not hesitate any longer.

November 01, 2012

Arvin
Sussex, NJ

4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

Please Read. (not Our Customer)

I am pleased with the generator so far only ran it 1.4 hours hard to tell. Pro: 20 mins in the dark with only flashlight to assemble, screen in filler area for gas. Cons: The adjustable handle is a joke...! Plug covers seem lower quality, louder than i thought it might be.I would recommend this generator, but if you have extra money buy a diesel! Fuel storage is longer and can use home oil if need be.

November 01, 2012

Rich


5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Excellent Generator

Well, I bought this beast just in time for Hurricane Sandy to come knocking on my door. It arrived 3 days before the storm hit and I have to say it was a life saver.

I immediately installed it and the install was an absolute cinch. I hooked this bad boy up, gave it some oil and gas, and it ran like a champ.

Thankfully it was powerful enough to run basically everything in my house; but in order to conserve gas I only ran the essentials. I'm actually writing this review right now thanks to this generator. The entire eastern seaboard is still suffering without power.

This is a great... more


October 30, 2012

John
Woodbridge, VA

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Excellent Generator!

My wife and I purchased this generator, along with an inlet box and an interlock kit to be able to plug it in to our house, after losing power for several days this spring to the famous "Derecho" in the DC area.

When Hurricane Sandy hit, we had two different power outages due to fallen trees, and this generator performed with flying colors. We have a rather large house, and we decided against a whole-house system due to the massive installation costs and propane usage. This generator runs on gas, and ran for 12 hours overnight and still had a quarter tank of gas.

We... more


October 24, 2012

Thomas N.
Olympia, WA

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Smooth Fit

The cord came a couple of days before the generator, and when I tried it out it fit perfectly.

October 24, 2012

Thomas N.
Olympia, WA

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Works Like A Charm

The generator arrived on time and the driver's truck came equipped with a lift gate and a dolly. He rolled it into my garage and he and my neighbor lifted it out of the box to inspect it. It was in perfect shape after its long trip.

I put the stand, wheels and handle on in a very short time and rolled it out into the driveway for a test run, after I put oil and gas in of course. It started immediately and I ran it for a few minutes.

The following day I plugged the cord into my newly installed generator panel kit and started up the generator. I went into the garage and started flip... more


October 12, 2012

Sam


5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Very Happy Customer

We lost power 2 different times, for a week each time, last year in Connecticut. We decided to be prepared if there is a next time.

I researched all the brands & found Generac's model 5943 to be the best for our needs. We researched where to buy it & we found Electric Generators Direct to be the best price.

We ordered it & it came a day before it was promised, & was delivered right into our garage & uncrated by the driver. It took me no more than 15 minutes to put it together.

When we lose electricity, we lose WATER since we have well water, and NO ELECTRICITY me... more


October 09, 2012

Blair


5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
So Far... So Good!

Ordering the 5943 was as easy as can be. The shippers got it down here to South Louisiana in 4 days from date of order and the Generator arrived in perfect shape.

It took about 15 minutes to assemble, fill with oil and gas and hit the starter. Voila!

This gen is quieter than most other brands I have been around and seems to be a very well built piece of equipment. All outlets provided the proper voltage during a test run of one hour. During this test we ran a 25,000 BTU, 220 volt window unit and a couple of lamps plus one TV. This thing handled it like a champ.

This gen is for emerge... more


October 07, 2012

Richard


4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5



Verified Customer
Good Experience...

The purchase and delivery was a good experience. The generator was delivered on time. The set up and assembly was easy. I added a little gas, pushed the starter and I had my own electric company.

I tested each of the four outlets and the output was consistent at 122 volts. My plan is to use the generator during extended power outages to run key appliances, heaters, TV, and some lights.

The only flaw, upon reading the instruction booklet, is that Generac recommends 20 amp. extension cords. They were pricy and difficult to find. The local Generac dealer (who sells the same machine for ab... more


October 03, 2012

Richard M.
Westford, MA

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Family Loves It

So far, my family loves the Generac 5943 portable generator! It was delivered on time and setup (wheels & handle) only took about 15 minutes.

One push on the electric starter and it was running perfectly. I tested a few electric tools with no problems.

The electrician is coming tomorrow to install the transfer box. Overall a very pleasant buying experience and you certainly can't beat the cost for this 7500 watt generator.

October 03, 2012

Joey T.
Merrick, NY

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Built With Top Quality Materials

This is a great generator for the price. 15 min assembling time, started right away, no leaking at the fuel shut off.

The noise level is acceptable, it's about the same as a lawn mower. I do hear a noise inside the house with the generator running 20 ft away from the window. I am looking forward to building or buying a soundproof box if I need to.

At this point the generator delivery is what it says on the website! As for reliability, will have to wait for a real-life usage when we come to it.

To be honest, I will not perform the weekly start, it's way too much work, I have other be... more


October 03, 2012

Joey T.
Merrick, NY

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Easy To Install And Easy To Use

Coded wires make it extremely easy to install. The unit is built with top quality materials. The cable is nice and solid.

However, the cable that came with the package is only 20 ft. long, but the specs say 25 ft. When I searched Reliance brand cables, they actually don’t have a 25 ft size. I think the description on the website is a typo.

EGD RESPONDS: We checked with the folks at Reliance, and they apologize for the error- that kit is supposed to come with a 25 foot cable. We've already emailed you, asking you to give us a call so Reliance can ship the longer cable out to you with a re... more


September 28, 2012

Kenyon
Kensington, MD

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
A Good Product

The generator arrived at my driveway undamaged. The transfer switch, power inlet box and 30 amp cable had been delivered a few days earlier.

After the transfer switch and power inlet box had been installed the cable was connected to the box and the generator. Since the power company was still functioning, major loads were taken off line at the main circuit breaker panel.

The generator started easily with the "charged on arrival" battery. After a warm-up period the transfer switch was switched to generator and a refrigerator circuit turned on. Next the small central AC was c... more


September 25, 2012

Don


5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

Good Experience

I was unsure of what size generator to buy, but settled on the 5943.

The delivery guy as really nice and even brought it around the back of my house. We got it assembled, oiled up and filled with gas. It was ready to go. I hit the electric start and wham- it was going great. We were very pleased.

About a month later, we took it out and we wanted to try the pull start. We tried it once, and then again. It started via the pull start. That is a really nice feature as we found out the battery had gone low and needed to be recharged.

I have friends that have larger generators without t... more


September 20, 2012

Charles Desporte
Metairie, LA

1 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 5



Verified Customer
Generac Gp7500e Generator Backfires !

The instaat I started up my new Generac generator, it backfired through the muffler at shutdown. It continued to do so after several starts and stopos.

After speaking with Electric Generators Direct customer service, I felt that my concerns were not taken seriously and in fact I found her comment dismiisive when she told me to take it to a service center for repair.

I do not want a repaired generator - I want a new one that operates correctly. This unit should have never passed inspection at the factory.

I will never purchase another product from EGD or Generac.

9/26/12

September 18, 2012

Steve


3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5



Verified Customer
Well, It Makes Electricity

The generator arrived, I easily assembled it, gassed it up, started right up. Works exactly as expected, with one small defect. The gas gauge is pinned on empty no matter how much gas is in the tank. It is a small issue, but I would prefer not opening the tank each time I need to check the level.

September 16, 2012

James F.
Harrison, NY

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Generac 7500e

I recently bought a Generac 7500E Generator from Electric Generators Direct. I could not be happier.

It was delivered on time. The driver helped me move it to my site. I gassed it up, put oil in it and it started up immediately. I installed it with a manual transfer switch. (I suggest a Reliance Switch, not a Generac switch. The Reliance is very simple to hook up).

Now I'm ready for a black out!

September 15, 2012

Dino
Shelton, CT

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Nice Gen

Generator was delivered very quickly and with no complications. I put gas in, opened the fuel shut off and gas began to leak from the carb gasket. I started the unit, no problem, and let it run. Turned the generator off and left the shut-off open- no more leak.

It seems the gasket needs to get wet and expand. it's been over a month and I have checked it periodically and still no leak.

Over all this is a great generator. I ran some power tools and the fridge with no problems what so ever.

September 11, 2012

Harry
Barboursville, WV

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Generac 7500

I was supposed to get this delivered to my door but when the carrier called they didn't seem to have a lift truck that could get to my home and they wanted to meet me someplace else or go to my work where there is a loading dock.

After thinking about it for awhile I decided just to drive to their depot and pick it up myself. It was about an 80 mile trip but at least I had it home.

Once home everything went well, added oil and gas hit the start button and fired it right up. I ran about half an hour and then let the gas run out of the carb and drained what was left out of the tank. Now i... more


September 08, 2012

Fred Z.
Goshen, CT

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
The Power Cord

The 5943 does not come with accessories, therefore I was required to purchase the subject cord. It was delivered on a timely basis and performed as expected.

September 08, 2012

Fred Z.
Goshen, CT

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
My Generator

Was delivered on a timely basis, the delivery man was helpful, the unit assembled very easily and it started at the first touch of the starter switch; and then at the first pull of the recoil starter.

It worked fine at first test of my installation. I hope that I don't ever have to use it for its intended purpose, but I feel confident that it will perform.

September 05, 2012

L.A.


5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Hurricane Isaac Survivor

The 5943 provided power for several rooms in the house, running almost continuously from early Wednesday morning until late Saturday night, with no problems.

At one point it was running two refrigerators and an ice maker for 16 hours on one tank of gas. I'm impressed by the performance and would highly recommend this unit.

The Reliance Q310A Transfer Switch also worked perfectly and made managing the circuits a breeze.

September 02, 2012

Art


5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

Great Buy

I had Power Boss 5500 watt generator and it barely lasted the last power outage. I took the advice of my electrician and got a Generac 7500 watt automatic start generator.

Although we have not had a power outage recently, I feel comfortable knowing I having such a highly rated machine, according to Consumer Reports, which gave it a "Best Buy" rating.

August 29, 2012

Martin
Orlando, FL

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Pleasantly Surprised

The generator I recently purchased is all that I had expected, based on the information that was supplied online.

It runs smoothly, is not very loud, but would be better if the decibel level could be reduced even lower.

It is easy to start because of the electric start system and it is being used on a welded base located on a food truck bumper.

The only thing that would make the purchase even better would be if your company sold a more heavy duty weatherproof generator cover. I am going to have a cover custom made because of the poor reviews I read on the Generac forum.

August 29, 2012

Paul


2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5



Verified Customer
Had The Carb Leak Gas As Well

I was hesitant to buy this one because of a few reviews that mentioned a carb fuel leak. But I knew this had received favorable reviews for the majority and it was the right price and size. Plus I figured that the carb leak had been reported enough that they probably would have corrected it in the manufacturing process by now. Well not so. I got this 8/29/2012 and am sorry to say I happened to be one of the proud few to have the leaky carb. I pulled it out of the box, did the minimal bit of assemply for the handle and wheels, poured the oil, put a little gas, turned the fule knob to the o... more


August 27, 2012

Gordon


5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Business Owner

I needed a quality generator at a fair price and quickly. EGD FILLED THAT NEED IMMEDIATELY and I couldn't be happier with it.

It fired up right out of the crate, it's a good bit quieter then my old one, and it's easy to move around.

August 24, 2012

Mark
Barkhamsted, CT

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
One Happy Little Man

A great buying experience! This purchase was pleasant from the time I placed the ordered from a friendly, knowledgeable person to the time it was delivered, on time, to my home.

I put it together in about 15 minutes, put gas in it & it started up after the first time pushing the Start button. It ran flawlessly for 45 minutes until the unit ran out of gas.

Now it sits in my garage cleaned, waxed & ready for anything. I hope I never have to use it but I know it will be there if I do.

What a pretty little insurance policy.

August 21, 2012

Denis
Westfield, NJ

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Seems To Work Very Well. I Hope I Never Have To Use It.

Our town had some significant power outages over the past year and I was very lucky to not have any issues during that time.

I had put off getting a generator for quite some time but just got lucky, so finally it was time to put together a solution. After talking to my electrician about what I would need, I found EGD online and ordered through them.

The generator came quickly from EGD and the time to put it together is minimum. The unit cranked right over on the first try. I also bought a transfer switch that I had installed so that I can easily run the basics in my home should the ... more


August 21, 2012

Paul


5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Low Cost, High Value, Emergency Power

We lose power for about five days, once a year for the last four years. Whole house generators are a tad expensive ($12,000) but very nice.

This combination cost about 1/10 of that (excluding installation). The 7.5 kW/manual transfer switch has a lot of power to run refrigerator, heaters(gas), TV, computer, stove(gas), micowave, lights, laundry and computer.

I converted the 2- 220VAC to 4 -110VAC by replacing breakers and removing the switch connecting bar (described in the booklet). The transfer switch allows me to monitor the power and selection of circuits (10). It is nice to swit... more


August 21, 2012

Douglas
Southeastern, TN

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Wish I Had Bought It Years Ago!

Couldn't find a better price, PLUS free shipping and ZERO tax. It arrived on time; I picked it up at the terminal to save a day (I live in a remote area).

There was very little assembly and what there is, is easy enough. With the first push on the starter switch, it cranked right up and has done the same ever since.

I have HAD to use it for power outages; it started right up and ran all night.It seems to have great gas efficiency.

You can plug battery charger directly into generator which would be perfect but mine vibrates out pretty quickly. I'm sure I'll find a fix to that!

Over... more


August 19, 2012

John


5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Pleased With Generac Gp6500e 5943

We live on a dead-end road, heavily wooded, and we experience our fair share of outages due to trees falling on the overhead power lines. I can safely say that we are not novices when it comes to being out of power and using a generator for back up.

Our most recent multi-day outage occurred in the late-June/early-July time period. We endured a 4.5 day outage from the storm that hit the mid-Atlantic states using our old green 10HP Coleman Powermate 5kw generator. During this latest outage I had to repair the old machine 3 times, to keep it running. Enough was enough! It had seen it's ... more


August 16, 2012

Jim


5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Fine Machine

The generator was shipped promptly and arrived intact with no damage or missing parts. Assembly required was minor and simple. The motor fired up quickly and ran smoothly. So far, I've only checked out the operation of the generator by putting a load (circular saw) on all the 120V outlet connections. Got in case of a hurricane this fall.

A common design drawback of most generator motors including the Generac is that the oil drain and fill are not located so that interference with the housing frame is avoided. Also, the Generac motor intake screen is difficult to keep in place while you... more


August 15, 2012

Jeffery


4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5



Verified Customer
I Like It

I am happy with it.

August 13, 2012

Greg C.


5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

Peace Of Mind

After the two 2011 Northeast storms that left my family without electricity for 15 days, I purchased the Generac 7500E from Electric Generators Direct.com.

I utilized both the phone service and the online service for my order and both were easy to use. Once the generator was ordered, it came on time and as advertised.

The wheels and handle of the generator were easily assembled. Once fueled and oiled, the generator worked on the first start. Additionally, I connected the generator to my sub-panel, which was installed by an electrician, and it powered all 12 circuits without a hitch.
... more


August 12, 2012

Christina


5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Fast Set-up

My Generator arrived within a week & the truck driver was very courteous - loaded it into the back of my SUV since the truck was unable to climb my driveway. He rode up the driveway in my car and carefully put the box in my garage.

When my husband got home e completed the set-up (wheels, handle, gas, etc). One push of the button and the Generator fired up!!! All in about 20 minutes.

Once the electrician adds my connection I will be all set for the next storm. NOT that I am looking forward to it BUT I feel prepared and will never again have to worry about living without heat for 4 ... more


August 11, 2012

Serge H.
Chicopee, MA

4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5



Verified Customer
Awesome

Works Awesome!!
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August 11, 2012

Hoyt


5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Set Up Was A Snap

We are very happy with our generator. The set up was a snap, and by definition of owning one, we never expect to lose power again!

August 08, 2012

Bob


5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Upgraded To An Electric Start

Had bought a generator in 2005 due to an ice storm that put us without power for several days. I only used the generator 2 or 3 times since. The storm that came through this year caused wide spread damage and power outages.

I was not home when the storm hit and my wife could not start the generator. When I got home I started the generator (after several hard pulls) and ran the extension cords to get us by.

After the power was restored I sold the generator to a fellow worker who's home was still without power. I went online and found your website. Though some research and reading ... more


August 08, 2012

Lisa


5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Great Deal!!

I did a lot of research and chose this website and generator. We tested it out and are thrilled!

SO much of our house is able to be hooked up on it!! It's quieter than I thought it would be. We're actually not dreading the next NE storm, because we have our Generac!!

Great service and quick shipping!

July 26, 2012

Dave


4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5



Verified Customer
Cautiously Optimistic

I researched many many generators before settling on this unit. The unit shipped as planned and the few parts that need assembling when together fairly easily. I charged the battery and once the fuel valve and choke were properly set, the unit started right up. My electrician tested the voltage output (as I had read some people had problems in this area) and he found everything was correct. We did a load test by connecting it to my transfer switch and ran a few heavy loads with no problem. Transferred my house back to utility power and went outside to find that the generator had stalled!?... more


July 20, 2012

Alan
Clifton Park, NY

4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5



Verified Customer
Generac Gp7500e

It started right away. No problems. A little more noisy than expected.

July 19, 2012

John


5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Fast Shipping, Well Worth It

I ordered this generator as a home backup primarily for heat (oil fired burner), refrigerator, and a few lights. It arrived promptly, and shipped with more than adequate packing. Assembly of the few parts took about 20 minutes. It powered up without any issue, and I tested it out with a few appliances. The battery start is a plus, but even the pull chord started it up easily. I now feel a little bit more at ease knowing the next time power goes out, I will still have a refrigerator,and some basic necessities. It was a pleasure dealing with this company, and I would recommend them.

July 18, 2012

Scott


5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Seems Like A Solid Piece Of Equipment!

I haven't needed to use my generator yet, but it's all set-to-go. Assembly was easy, and it started up on the first try. I run it every 2 weeks just to keep it ready. I'm not anxious to NEED it, but it's comforting to have it in my garage.

July 17, 2012

Gay


5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
My Comments

Can't beat, no tax and no shipping charges. Generator arrived in record time and in perfect shape. It is installed and ready to go. Right now this area is in a drought, like so many parts of the country.

July 15, 2012

Joe
Commack, NY

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Newly Installed

I purchased the generator several months ago. I finally purchased and installed the transfer switch. Directions were straight forward and very easy to understand. Very satisfied with quality. Now I'm waiting for my first power outage to test everything.

June 29, 2012

Domenic
Lagrange, NY

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

Excellent Generator

I researched portable generators on-line and decided on this one. Great choice! This generator is currently being used to power vendor booths at our local Carnival, running refrigerators, freezers, deep fryers , etc. It has run continuously for hours and runs like a champ. All the other vendors are impressed with my generator and I keep getting comments on how great this thing is. I recently bought the Reliance Control 10 circuit transfer switch to hook up to my house and I'm sure it will work just as flawlessly at my house as the Carnival. I highly recommend this generator.

May 23, 2012

Ken
Doylestown, PA

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
No Problems So Far!

I received my generator in four days after ordering. 20 minutes to set up and test run was flawless. Will give update after a couple of extended run times.

May 17, 2012

Scott


5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Power

The power recently went out for a day. Our Generac ran perfectly and produced enough power to run the whole house without interuption.

May 13, 2012

Kathy
Monroe Township, NJ

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
So Far, So Good

Delivery was great(free including pallet delivery from the truck!)) - on time, placed right in the driveway near the garage. Put the wheels and handle on in minutes and rolled the generator to the backyard where it will be kept. Today we started it up and that process was easy too. I feel comfortable starting this up even without my husband around. Directions are clear and easy to follow.

Machine seems to be of excellent quality. Even if the battery isn't charged, the pull start was easy, chugging to start with just one pull.We even plugged in a hairdryer to "test" it Adjusting t... more


February 14, 2012

Christine
Monroeville, OH

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Generac Emergency Generator

I bought one for my husband and one for my son. They are very happy with them. Also loved the price. We haven't had to use them yet with such a mild winter. The ease with starting it up is so easy that a woman can do it by herself. (I REALLY LIKED THAT). Pretty happy with my purchases!!!!

February 13, 2012

Stephen
Renton, WA

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Performance

So far it started right up. We installed a transfer kit and the next day we did a dry run. Everything worked perfectly.

February 03, 2012

Rimas


5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Never Missed A Beat

I bought this unit right after tropical storm Irene hit Ct in the summer of '11. Figured after I bought it, I would never need it, right. Well, Ct then had a freak snow storm in October that dropped 15" of wet heavy snow on trees that still had leaves.

Well, I ran this unit for 130 hours non-stop before I had power restored. I ran a 58" plasma tv, direct tv receiver, 1400 watt surround system, microwave, stove/oven, dishwasher, washer, dryer, lights, fridge, freezer! I refilled the tank twice a day-so it did use a bit of gas, which would be the only negative, but hey-you cant hav... more


January 25, 2012

Terina


5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Peace Of Mind

Well, I have to say I had a very good experience with the delivery & coordination. Great communication of when it would arrive so I could be home. It was shipped earlier than originally expected (was told Jan 11, & shipped Jan. 6). I had electricians do electrical work to have ease of use (I guess it wouldn't be necessary, but depends on what you plan to hook up to it).
Anyway, I used it while the electricians were there & it was soooo easy, I was amazed! I feel comfortable using it in an emergency. I've not had to 'really' use it but feel a peace of mind that it's there & ea... more


January 21, 2012

David


3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5



Verified Customer
Happy, But!!!!!!!!!!

I purchased the 7500e and obtained a swift delivery. It was ordered sight unseen and I was happy on arrival with the appearance. It was assembled as instructed and I tried the electric start. It was completely dead so I used the supplied charger to charge the battery thinking this was the problem. Well after three or so hours of charging, same result, dead! I started to troubleshoot as I have an understanding of how it should work. Low and behold the wire from the start switch to the solenoid was "open". On closer investigation I found a lug crimped on the insulation and not on the w... more


January 20, 2012

Dan


5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

Great Generator

We ordered the generator after Irene left us hungry for power. Delivery was extremely fast, generator arrived in great condition. After 20 min of minor assembly (wheels, handle, etc), filled with gas and it was running. Smooth starts, reliable power.....it's a great machine. Powers our whole house (except heavy appliances like clothes dryer and range).

January 17, 2012

Kenneth
Clarkson, KY

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Very Good Generator

Ordered Generac GP7500E on Jan 12 2012 in AM it was shipped in the PM same day. I received it on Jan 17 2012 in the AM. Assembled as per direct push start button it started right up haven't used it yet but I'm ready for snow if it happens.

January 12, 2012

Mike


5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Very Happy With My Generac Gp7500e

I am very happy with my recent purchase of my Generac GP7500E generator. When I ordered it in December it was on back order which was not a problem but it shipped a week earlier than promised which was a happy surprise. R&L delivered it on time with no damage. I unpacked it, assembled the wheels and handle, filled it with oil/gas and started it. It started with NO problems. I ran it for about a half an hour with various loads on it. I even checked the voltage output - all with NO problems. While I have not really tested it under a sever power outage, I am very happy with the generator. Gre... more


January 09, 2012

Thomas
Stow, MA

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
I Finally Stopped Procrastinating

I have lived in New England all my life. Stamford, Connecticut until 1963 and then to Stow, Massachusetts until present time. Stow is a relatively small town of population about 6,500. We have private wells and septic systems. So first off, no power, no water.

For years I kept saying I need to get a generator and that's about all that happened. Well, when the hurricane came through in mid 2011, I lost power for 2 1/2 days. I get my power from Hudson Light & Power, a small local electric company. These people really hustle and the service is head and shoulders above anything that Nation... more


January 06, 2012

Mike
Katonah, NY

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

Great Generator From Great Vendor

After two major power outages last Fall, we will now be able to keep well-pump, furnace and lights ON. This unit is really well built and has the power to run all critical circuits in the house. It was received PROMPTLY and SECURELY and started right up and ran flawlessly. Thank you Electric Generators Direct.

January 06, 2012

Walter
Brunswick, ME

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Good Gen

Good generator for the $. The electric start makes life much more simple.

January 03, 2012

Paul
Hartsdale, NY

2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5



Verified Customer
Faulty Generator

My story is not good---I received a generator that registers empty when the gas tank is full---also when the throttle is set at full, the machine runs exactly like when I turn off the gas at the end of use just before it goes off..I was told by generac that they will not send a new machine...rather that i should have the unit serviced....I have not used the unit for any emergencies...NOT HAPPY

December 31, 2011

John V.
Colchester, CT

1 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 5



Verified Customer
Very Upset

I purchased a generator from your company, model no. GP7500NG, days after Hurricane Irene in September, 2011. It was not used until the following snow storm on October 29, 2011. I had the generator professionally installed according to the manufacturer instructions. Minutes after the generator was running, I noticed the lights were brightly lit and our laptop started to smoke. I IMMEDIATELY shut the generator down only to find that it had shorted my refrigerator, furnace and laptop all out. I then contacted a local service provider and learned that the voltage regulator was defective.

December 30, 2011

Mikey
Cumberland, RI

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

Great Backup Generator!!

I'm tired of not having power during outages that last for days. I called ElectricGeneratorsDirect and discussed my situation. They were very knowledgeable and took the time to recommend a transfer switch and generator combination that would fit my needs. I ordered both. They also provided the instruction that I needed to install the exterior house outlet, run the wire to my electrical box area, mount the transfer switch and map the circuits that I wanted to power. I did it all and then just had an electrician come by to check my work and make the final connections from the transfer switc... more


December 29, 2011

Walter
Tewksbury, MA

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

Great So Far

Took about 1/2 hour to put the wheels and handle on. Filled it with oil, hooked up the battery and it started instantly. We bought this unit as a back up for the horrible New England weather and so far have not had to use it.

December 28, 2011

Eugene
Lanoka Harbor, NJ

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Good Generator, Good Service

I purchased my generator to prepare for an upcoming hurricane earlier this year. I was late in ordering and it came after the storm had passed. Fortunately, I never lost power.

I am very pleased with the Generac and, dare I say, look forward to a power outage to test this unit out. I spent the extra $100 an ordered the electric start. I have started it with the electric and by pull start and it fires up easily either way. I wanted the electric start in the event I'm not around and my wife had to run it.

December 27, 2011

Larry
Ewing, NJ

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Great So Far!

Ordered and received generator after August 2011 storm ripped through NJ and had our power out for 25 hours. Had to use gasoline powered pump (every 15 freaking minutes) to keep the sump pit clear.

Generator arrived timely and very minor assembly (wheels and handle) took maybe 20 minutes. Started right up (with integrated electric start) and powered several tools (compressor, leaf blower, drill press and hedge clippers at the same time) in the garage without breathing hard in the least.

Installed Reliance manual transfer switch (very easy with helpful DVD included) and tested running t... more


December 27, 2011

Kurt
Southeast, NY

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

Hurricane And October Snowstorm

For years my wife and I had discussed whether or not we needed a generator. Each time we concluded that it was not a necessity. Then in late August, hurricane Irene came to town here in the northeast. With the destruction she delivered to the power lines in our area, we were without power for days. With 5 kids, an aging mother-in-law living with us, and two refrigerators and one full sized freezer, I made the decision and purchased a generator in September.

Along with the 7500 watt Generac, I ordered a transfer station to take full advantage of the generator's capability. Being the procras... more


December 27, 2011

Daniel
Ellington, CT

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
I Love This Generator

I bought this generator to replace one that failed during a power outage earlier this Fall. My Generac 5943 GP7500E was delivered during nice weather. Everything checked out fine. I really liked the electric start.

A few days before Halloween the weather forecast was for heavy snow. Come on now, this is Connecticut and only the end of October. It started snowing Oct. 29 Saturday afternoon. It snowed hard all night. It was a heavy wet snow that stuck to everything. The leaves were still on the trees. You could hear Tree limbs breaking all over. We still had power until Sunday Oct. 30th at ... more


December 27, 2011

John
Unionville, CT

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Power Outage

I got this Generac about 2 or 3 weeks before the big north east snow storm on 10/30/2011. I was without power for 11 days. Thank God I had this generator. It worked great, All 11 days full time. This thing is really worth the money. You guys are great! Thank You for all your help!

December 24, 2011

Tom
Yorktown Heights, NY

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
So Far, Everything Is Great

So far everything is great with this generator! Assembly took about 45 minutes which included wheels, handle and added oil. Started up on the first pull and started up with the touch of a switch when I used the electric start. Still waiting for my electrician to come over and hook up the transfer box but all is well so far.

December 12, 2011

Dan
Brookfield, MA

2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

High Voltage

I read a review on Amazon.com about high voltage...so that was the first item I checked after assembly. Looks like it's not random as I measured 150 volts and 300 volts. Immediately contacted Generac, still no reply after 24 hrs. I'll post the outcome.

December 11, 2011

Victor
New Providence, NJ

4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

Generac 5943 7500w

I bought the generator but it was on backorder due to recent storms in NJ. They stated that it would arrive sometime in the end of Dec 2011. However, the shipping company called up to say they can deliver it earlier which was great. I set a date with them for Friday between 9-5. The shipping company called and stated they couldnt make it and wanted to sched for Saturday or the next Monday. Pretty much killed my Friday. The generator itself worked with one pull. I tried the battery but it was dead, so am charging it up now to see if it works(the instruction stated that the battery comes ... more


December 11, 2011

John
Hartland, CT

2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5



Verified Customer
First Start & Fuel Leak

I received my new generator about 30 days ahead of the promised date. The research and buying experience with Electric Generators Direct and the delivery was very good. The delivery person placed it in my garage and waited until I checked for damages. He was very friendly. The assembly was easy. It took only about 1 hour to unpack and assemble. The machine seems well built and rugged however I was very disappointed to see fuel leaking from the air filter on my first fuel fill up. After I fill the tank with gasoline to start it for the first time, I noticed fuel leaking from the bottom o... more


December 05, 2011

David
Chepachet, RI

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

Great Insurance Against A Power Outage

I never thought of buying a generator until being out of power for 7 days after Irene and then the October snow storm here in New England. I searched everywhere in my local area and could not find any generators at the stores. This turned out to be a good thing as I took time to learn about generators and research popular brands, sizes and pricing.

The selection, reviews and pricing on the EGD website were very good. I purchased a Reliance Controls 31410crk transfer switch and a Generac GP7500e. Both were received timely and in good condition.

I completed the assembly, added full s... more


November 29, 2011

Chris
Northampton, PA

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Very Please So Far

Just received my 7500E as promised. Very happy with R&L Carriers, they not only delivered the unit but took it off the truck and placed it in my garage, also waited until I checked for damages, driver was very polite. Everything was just great. Followed the assembly instructions couldn't be any easier. Unit is well built very sturdy It fired right up on first try, all outlets working fine. So far so good, waiting for a transfer switch on back order, Very good company to deal with I will recommend.

November 25, 2011

Adam
Mahopac, NY

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Great Experience

From start to finish and outstanding process. Quick, affordable, dependable. The unit itself was simple to assemble (not a lot to do either). Topped off the oil, filled the gas tank, and it started right up. Used it the same day and ran it for 18 hours straight. By far the best deals on generators. After a really bad experience with a "Big Box" home improvement store, this purchase went flawlessly and in no time at all.

November 24, 2011

Martin
Hershey, PA

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

Bulk Order

After living through Tropical Storm Lee and losing power, several colleagues got together and worked with Jim B. to get pricing and delivery on 7 generators. Jim was excellent to work with, we negotiated fair pricing and delivery was when stated. All said, a pleasant experience with PED!

November 24, 2011

Jerry
Meriden, CT

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

Looked Like A Genius!

Ordered this generator after Irene but before the October snowstorm. Bailed my basement out with coffee can and five gallon buckets after Irene. Vowed to never have to do that again, hence the purchase. Smooth, easy purchase and delivery from Generators Direct. Set up night before storm, and we were in business for five days without power. Ran my house and neighbors without a problem. This generator is a beast! Only wish I has a transfer panel installed to make life easier. Will have that done soon. Great product. Great seller.

November 23, 2011

Bob
Middletown, CT

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
No Power Interruptions

Having an October snow storm which devastated the east coast this year, with many people losing power for more than a week is no fun.We also had a hurricane come through a month earlier which had some people without power for a week also
With this in mind I decided that I was not going through this again.

My Buddy told me about your site and told me to check you out. After checking out your products and comparing them with other distributors you were the best choice for my needs. I am very pleased with products along with the speed of delivery. If I have a need for the products you sell yo... more


November 15, 2011

Earl
Colts Neck, NJ

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

Re Installation

My order was easy...I asked for help in understanding the differences between products. I asked that everything be sent for installation as I was having an electrician do the install. The installer did not call me at work to complain about the product or the lack of other elements he needed to complete the job. Just the fact i did not have gas available...LOL...My wife was home and she told me how to start up the generator and switch over. Of course now that I bought the darn thing we won't ever lose power. All in all no complaints and would recommend.

November 08, 2011

Clayton
Palmyra, PA

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Working Well

We lost our power 5 times in a matter of 2 weeks. I decided it was time to get a portable generator. I ordered a Generac model 5943 7500E. The experience was great with Electric Generators Direct. I received the generator two days later. The delivery experience was great with R and L carriers.

I just had a total knee replacement two weeks earlier so I couldn't do much. The delivery driver put the generator in my garage for me. I had to get out there and put the wheels and handle on the generator. Even with my limited capabilities I put the wheels on, the handle on and hooked up the... more


November 06, 2011

Anthony
Tullytown, PA

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
2nd Review: Refueling Tip

Got this unit a month ago and have run it for 20 minutes every couple weeks.

When refueling a generator the safest way is to shut it down...
The problem that arises for many is "Do I choke, Half choke, or No choke on re-starting the "HOT" unit again"? Some have problems restarting it due to not knowing where to leave or move the choke..

The best way I found, since I do not know the correct way either is to SHUT THE FUEL LINE OFF when you are about to refuel....The generator will die out after a few minutes.

Re-fuel, then start over same as when you 1st kicked it... more


November 01, 2011

Jon
New City, NY

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

Wow, Envy Of The Neighbors!

After much research, purchased this 7500 after Irene. While we didn't have many issues (thankfully), many of our neighbors did, flooded basements everywhere bc of no power and sumps being useless without juice.

Grabbed this unit about 2 months ago. Put it together fairly easily and had the oil and fuel in. Started right up without issue. Ran it a few times for a few minutes every few weeks, then right back into the garage.

Well...in comes the unexpected snow storm last Saturday. With the leaves on the trees still, the snow snapped branches everywhere, causing outages all over the place, ... more


November 01, 2011

Jack
New Milford, NJ

1 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 5



Verified Customer
Fuel Leaks

I originally gave this generator high marks. I bought 2 7500E units. One for my house and one for my mother's house. The one at my mother's house ran fine for 4 days during the October snow storm here in NJ. I was running the units for approx. 12 hours on and 12 hours off. On the fourth day I shut the unit down and waited an hour to let it cool off while I went out to run some errands. When I came back the gas was leaking onto the ground through the air filter housing from the carburetor. Now, after being absolutely exhausted from 4 days of hell and little sleep, I have to deal with f... more


October 26, 2011

Jack
Chittenden, VT

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

Happy Customer

I am very satisfied with my Generac generator. It arrived at my driveway in five days with free shipping. I put the wheels and the pull handle on, added the oil that was sent with it, put in a gallon of gas and started it up with 2 pulls of the recoil start. Plugged the power cord to the house and ran my water pump and the furnace. This was to test it out because we still had power. The test went great.

October 23, 2011

Lily
Washingtonville, NY

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

Very Nice Generator

I order the Generator after Hurricane Irene. We have dodge the bullet two times and now it was time not to take any more chance's. I had a electrician come install a transfer switch. The electrician made sure everything works. He said the Generac makes a very good generator for what I want it for.

When I order the generator. Electric Generator Direct said the shipping would be 3 days. It came on the third day. The only problem was the dispatcher from the shipping company. He was rude and tried to push me off. I was told I would get the generator by 11am and got it by 7pm. The truck driver... more


October 21, 2011

Kenneth
Highland, MD

1 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 5

Bad Generator & Bad Service From Generac

My experience with Electric Generators was a pleasant experience. They offered fast shipping and good customer service. However, for the Generac generator itself, highly disappointed! My disappointment is with both the product and the service. All of the fuel leaked out of the carburetor onto my garage floor. I should mention that this is a brand new, never used generator!

Generac directed me to one of their approved service centers. The service center held the generator for over 2-1/2 weeks before even looking at it. They then charged me a $50 diagnostic fee to tell me they didn't w... more

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October 15, 2011

Thomas
Mahopac, NY

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Nice Machine

Needed an emergency power source, wanted electric start in-case my wife needed to start it, the 5943 fit the bill.

Delivery took longer than promised, but very satisfied. Generac makes a great product. Thank you PED for your expertise and pricing.

October 11, 2011

Stephanie
Bridgewater, MA

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

Great Generator & Great Company

The generator was shipped really quickly although UPS wasn't the easiest to deal with in terms of estimated time of arrival. We ended up sitting around for 3 hours beyond the delivery time I was given that afternoon. But that has nothing to do with Electric Generators Direct - I'm sure there are limited shipping companies available for this size & weight package.

We had an electrician set up a transfer panel and put pretty much everything other than AC, the stove, washer & dryer on it. Started it up and everything ran great. Haven't had to use it with a power outage yet but bein... more


October 11, 2011

George
Vernon, NJ

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

Good Generator

Good running generator. Not happy to find out it was made in China.

October 04, 2011

John
North Scituate, RI

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

Hurrah

I had an old 7000W generator fail during Irene. Annoying sure, but the weather wasn't bad so I took my time replacing it. I researched and narrowed choice down to two makers B&S and Generac. I was comparing the appropriate size models they offered and saw that EGD had a sale on this model. Ta da, I was done shopping. Ordering was as easy as it should be, and they knew to have a delivery liftgate option right at checkout instead of having to call and arrange it.

Updates came through timely on the order processing. Delivery time was estimated and I picked the day I'd could shoot home... more


October 02, 2011

Jack
Bergen County, NJ

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

Great Generators

I bought 2 Generac 7500 watt generators with the electric start and the powermate cord. I bought one for my house and also one for my mothers house. I spent weeks after hurricane Irene calling all the big box stores asking when they will be getting new generators in. They could not give me an answer due to the high demand they were experiencing. The morning after the storm I went to the local big box store and there was a line of about 50 people waiting for the store to open. Then 2 patrol cars showed up and they brought the cops inside before opening the store so that the police would be... more


September 30, 2011

Gary
North Attleboro, MA

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

No Disappointment What So Ever

Purchased to connect to a house backup system for freezer, frig, furnace, sumps, etc. Order filled the same day. Delivery in 4 days and rolled up a 200 foot driveway into my garage. Read the manual and had it up and running in 25 minutes. Even though 200+ pounds, very easy to move around. The unit is pristine and I would not question Chinese quality. Much more quiet then I expected though it is still on the loud side. Not like a Honda in sound but less than 50% of the cost.

Looking forward to a long relationship though I hope to never have to use it if you know what I mean.

Overal... more


September 27, 2011

Tony
Tullytown, PA

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Excellent Online Expirience.

Ordered the Generac 7500 Watt electric start model after doing many hrs of latenight research and comparisons. Wanted a unit that was big enough to run everything but our electric stove and electric dryer and washer. Very simple online procedure after that.

Truck delivered it to my driveway within a week or so as it was a back order item..I was home alone that day and since it weighed 200 lbs, there was no way I was going to get it up our 30 foot handicap ramp to our back porch. So, being a nice sunny day, I cut open the box, installed the wheels and handle within 20 minutes, then wheel... more


September 22, 2011

Dan
Ellington, CT

4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5



Verified Customer
User From Ct

I unpacked the generator while the driver was still there. I couldn't see any damage. I put on the wheels. One went on fine, the other one had a misaligned mounting bracket. The wheel went on but it is at an angle. I put the oil into the engine, connected the battery cable and pressed the starter and it fired right up. The voltage was correct. The muffler was not a quiet as I hoped, (on the loud side).

September 21, 2011

Gene
Rockland, NY

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

Good Transfer Switch

GenTran 3028 seems to be well made. Hookup is a breeze (as long as you have some sort of electrical understanding of circuit panels). The blue flex conduit is 3 4 inch. The wires are a tight squeeze in it. If you remove the blue flex conduit from the wires, prepare for a struggle to get them all to slide back through without some sort of lube.

I added 2 extra circuits to make it 10 total. That was done by removing the 20amp double pole and replacing it with 4 half sized breakers. If your gonna add the 2 extra circuits, forget about getting those 2 extra wires through the already cramed fle... more


September 21, 2011

Martin
Newtown, CT

3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

Needed It Quick

Not sure how good the unit is yet, but it did start immediately - electric start is nice!

September 15, 2011

Dog
Southbury, CT

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Storm Story

I ordered the generator just before storm Irene, it was to be here on a Monday....arrived on Thursday which was the same day the power came back on. No one is to blame....Rail lines and trucking all messed up. I really like the generator and a local electric company is installing a transfer switch. The fellow who I spoke to at the purchase time was very helpful, all in all a pleasant deal.

September 13, 2011

John
Broken Arrow, OK

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

Order, Delivery, Startup And Use Of Generator

Delivered right on time. Truck driver very helpful in moving gen. into garage. Generator loaded on to Penske Truck and moved to Alabama. Un-packed, operating instructions read, oil (provided) installed, correct octane gas and purchased Stabil added, battery cable attached, starter switch pressed and BINGO started right up. Great generator. Runs very very well. Perfect for the use intended. Great price, great shipment schedule, one of the most satisfied purchases I have made.

September 12, 2011

Michael
Downers Grove, IL

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Bring It On!

And ComEd didn't let me down. Four days after having transfer switch installed, ComEd is down for six hours. Our neighborhood is cursed. My one practice run through after installation made things go perfectly. Generator fired right up, flipped a few switches and we had lights, TV, fans, freezer and fridge and peace of mind. Only house in neighborhood that had power. And I was worrying that I had talked my wife into a big ticket item that we would hardly use. She's Generac's biggest fan now.

Only two concerns: I was told in a q and a with your firm that unit was made in the U.S. Not t... more


September 09, 2011

Evan
Nazareth, PA

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Great Generator So Far

Wanted a generator for many years and Irene came our way just North of Philly. It was a wake up call and we found this WONDERFUL website and GREAT prices as well !

Generator came on day as promised - very easy to put together - only wish it had an oil level gauge - but that's the only option I wish it really had. Started up after a charge of the battery (it wasn't fully charged when it arrived) and ran it for a few hours
for testing etc etc. No problem !

By luck I actually called when they had a big sale and got a great discount which is now not as low !

Wanted it primarily for th... more


September 08, 2011

Xandra
Largo, FL

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

Ran Like A Champ

My dad bought the generator on 830 and was delivered on 92 as promised. He set it up and had it running within 20 minutes, since he was replacing a Craftsman generator he ran a test, using the manual transfer switch installed for the other generator. Everything on that circuit worked as required, two window units, refrigerator, freezer, lights, tv and satellite system. He generator ran it under load for four hours, ran like a champ, no overloading problem or bogging down like the Craftsman did.

Thank you, Electric Generators Direct and R& L Trucking, for the professional service an... more


September 03, 2011

Lenny
Whitestone, NY

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

Great Product And Service

I purchased two of these - one for myself and one for a coworker.

From ordering to delivery in 3 days, the whole transaction was flawless.

It took about 15 minutes to get it set up and running. The electric start is a great feature to have since I was upgrading to a larger generator after Hurricane Irene visited NY.

Another coworker had seen what I ordered and immediately got online and ordered one also!

Tax free and free freight alone was a couple hundred dollar savings in itself. Get them while you still can!

The price and service like this is nowhere else to be found. ... more


September 01, 2011

Chuck
Guilford, CT

4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

Online On The Shoreline

I bought this generator for my home on the shoreline and have almost no complaints. It came almost on schedule, it was 1 day late but we've just had a hurricane pass through so its actually impressive that its only one-day late. The unit was assembled quickly and put to the test. The only issue I see is that the 240v cable has "walked-out" twice in 15 hours. Other than that it runs smoothly, starts right up, and isn't as loud as others I hear running in the neighborhood.

August 06, 2011

Dan
Cullman, AL

2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

Hot, Hot, Hot

Got the unit without problems, assembly was straight forward, fired up and ran without any problems. Had house upgraded to 200 amps and transfer switch installed.

Had estimated watts and felt good that except for central AC we were more than covered. Like another reviewer stated the recent tornadoes prompted the purchase and I felt satisfied we could do all the necessary basics.

Got ready to test fired it up, connected the transfer wire but before I flipped the main off and the transfer switch in decided to get the volt meter out. Good thing 170 volts. Way too hot to hook up.

Loaded u... more


July 21, 2011

Stanley
Monroeville, NJ

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

Runs Just Fine

The new 7500 watt Generac runs just fine started the first try. I tested it it ran everything that I need lights, well, 2 refrigerators, TV and ceiling fans. It is much quieter than my old one. It was delivered by R&L freight and the did perfect job on delivery. I would recommend this gen without a thought. I was disappointed that it was made in China.

July 20, 2011

Paul
Norfolk, VA

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Do Your Home Work

My Generac generator is all I had learned in my research. The unit started on the first pull and when I connected the battery, it also fired right up.

Since I brought this equipment for emergency reasons, I can only wait for the next power outage to really test its performance. However, except for my central AC, I am sure I have all the wattage I might require.

July 14, 2011

Alma
Nevada, IA

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
"one Worry Eliminated"

I purchased a 7500 Watt Electric Start Portable Generator (5943) in May 2011. I was treated with courtesy and knowledge as I asked many questions making the decision on what to buy. I am 91 years old, living by myself and that is why I wanted an electric start. My real concern for need of a generator was because my sump pump runs almost all the time and electricity would go out during a wind or ice storm. I thought of this purchase to be insurance and hoped I would never have to use it.

I had an electrician install a Generator Safety Transfer Switch so it was very easy for me to start ... more


July 14, 2011

Clinton
Deer Park, TX

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
I'm Ready

I purchased a 7500w Generac in June. After receiving it, I put on the tires, handle, and hooked up the battery wire to the post (about 20 minutes of work). I put in the oil, which came with the generator, put some gas in the tank and hit the start button. Without hesitation it started right up. I also ordered a transfer box to feed my generator straight into my home along with a 30amp 25' cord to connect it to the generator. I was totally satisfied with the service that I received from Generators Direct. I e-mailed a question asking what I would need to make this a turn key project. I wa... more


July 08, 2011

Stanley
Monroeville, NJ

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Fine Unit

I just purchased the Generac 7500E, R&L was on time and did a fine job.The unit started right-away, and the noise level was much lower than my old unit.The only thing that I was disappointed with was in the ads they never said it was made in China, other than that it looks like it will be a fine unit.

June 27, 2011

Mike
Chelsea, MI

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

Peace Of Mind

Experiencing a power failure is never pleasant. Worrying about loss of property and/or resulting damage is even less pleasant. Gaining a sense of security through the purchase of 'insurance' in the form of a generator was thus crucial in our family's case.

Dealing with Electric Generators Direct was as easy and painless as can be, from the prompt customer service response to my initial question to the satisfaction of the 7500E starting with the first push of a button (after minor assembly). While we haven't had a loss of power since the unit was delivered we are confident that the secu... more


June 22, 2011

Ray
Kalkaska, MI

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

Industrial Use

This 7500 watt generator is one of the best I've ever used in the liner industry. I've been in it for 22 years. It runs all the equipment I have at the same time without any problems. It starts up quickly and gives me all the power I need. Thank you for a great product.

June 21, 2011

Steve
Owens Cross Roads, AL

3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5



Verified Customer
Great Generator

Due to the tornadoes that took lives, destroyed homes & businesses, and took out power for a week. We decided to buy a portable generator. I went around the house to figure what wattage generator I needed, researched as many stores and online websites for pricing. Once I settled on Electric Generators Direct, I ordered the Generac 5943, 7500E.

Contract delivery was not up to par. The delivery contractor were short a driver so I had to go and meet the delivery truck in order to get the generator on time.

At home this well built generator was easy to put together and fired immediat... more


May 26, 2011

Jeffrey
Kingwood, TX

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Have Not Had A Chance To Use It Yet But!

The review is not about the quality or performance of the Gen but it does appear to be solid and well built, assembly was a snap. Basically wheel, handle and base support less than an hour. I have not had a chance to really burn it in. I purchased it because I was wout power for 11 days during hurricane Ike.

I bought this gen set based on many hours of research based on commercial experience and reviews. Yes I know a hole house gen set with a transfer switch would be the sweet deal but I don't own a company, just work for one.

The performance reviews were among the best for my needs of ... more


May 25, 2011

Walter
Little Compton, RI

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

Generator So Far - Great

I have not had to use my new generator. So far, I am pleased. Ordering was easy, delivery prompt, and the unit started right up.

I expect to be pleased when events necessitate having to use the generator.

April 06, 2011

Joan
Rockville, MD

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Ready For Power Outage

Our generator purchase experience was great. The savings by buying direct was substantial and the delivery man unloaded it in the garage. That night I surprised my husband with it as his early birthday and father's day present. He's been wanting one for years.

Once we finally took the step of upgrading our electric panel and adding a transfer box, buying the generator was easy. My husband and son jumped right into unpacking and assembling it.

We gained lots of security knowing we have emergency power at the push of a button.

April 06, 2011

Donald
Dyersville, IA

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Great Generator

R&L carriers delivered it in perfect condition, they put it in my garage , I put it together in about 45minutes, it started on the second pull.

I just finished wiring the inlet box up, I shut the main power off to the house fired up the generator for a test run, it ran everything I needed it to. I'm ready for Iowa weather. The 7500 has plenty of power.

I love it!

April 01, 2011

Joseph
Catawissa, PA

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5



Verified Customer
Well Built Model For The Price

Unit was sized to match the 30 amp 240 volt backup generator power system my electrician installed when my house was upgraded from 60 amp service (house built in 1958) to now 200 amps recently. Test run all the basic's (heat, water pump, light's, fridge, sump pump, TV, etc.) and no problems.

I wanted a generator that had enough power, but not over-sized which will be wasting gasoline and unusable watts.

If I was running the generator for more than a backup house power system like a contractor, then I would have purchased the commercial version of this model.

Final choice came down to... more


January 04, 2011

ROB LEMIRE
Manchester, NH

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

Gp7500e Generator

As a licensed contractor I choose this generator to sell to my customers that just don’t want the hassle of running around and trying to find the best deal or the confusion of which generator is best.

My electrical warehouse stocks this brand, sells this brand and puts their reputation on the line by selling a brand like Generac. My electrical warehouse is very large, larger than my company!

So I take a ton of consideration in that fact alone before I sell this to one of my customers. Not one of my customers has ever complained and all have had success with them.

Electric start is ... more

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