Generac 5943 - GP7500E 7500 Watt Electric Start Portable Generator

Jim Baugher,
Product Expert
Electric Generators Direct

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 would purchased from them again.

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

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 far as electric power is concerned, but I hope I never have to use the generator. It is comforting to know that, if the power lines go down again, I will have well water, heat, hot water, and lights.

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

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 about a 12 inch neck to fill it without spilling. Also, the protective hoods don't fit very well over the terminal connections.

One improvement would be if it re-charged the battery while running. It comes with a separate trickle charger, though, and this is only a very minor inconvenience.

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

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 carburetor. Now I run it on a little bit of gas every couple of months until the tank goes dry, then I close off the fuel valve. Also, make sure you torque up the mounting hardware for the generator wheels, feet, and handle when you put it together. When operating, it vibrates enough to shake this hardware loose. And yes, it is quite noisy.

Now for the good parts. When Superstorm Sandy hit, we lost power here in upstate New York for five days. The generator fired right up and I plugged it into my transfer panel. It ran two freezers, a refrigerator, a wine cooler, a well pump, the furnace, my dog fence, two garage door openers, a microwave, and numerous lights and receptacles continuously for almost five days with no problem at all. Not the whole house, but enough to live civilized. I shut it down at night when we went to bed, and cranked it up in the morning so we could have a hot shower. Fortunately, I had stockpiled about twenty gallons of gas just for the generator before the storm, and I used up most of it. If you're serious about buying a generator, make sure you make provisions for safely storing enough gas to run it. I have four five gallon gas containers that I keep full, with added fuel stabilizer, and I rotate it through my lawn equipment to make sure it stays fresh. Keep in mind that the gas stations lose power too, and the few don't will run out of fuel quickly. Another suggestion is that if you are expecting a weather related power loss, set your freezer/refrigerator to its coldest setting before you lose power. Your refrigerator and freezers should hold for eight to ten hours with no power if you don't open them.

Overall, I am very pleased with my Generac generator, and I would recommend it.

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

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...and I like saying it, orange!

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

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 everything and I am ready to go. I told my wife that even if we never lose power again I will be happy with my purchase. That's because my generator has become my lucky rabbit's foot. OK here. As it turns out, we are expecting another nor'easter today. The weather people are predicting a major storm and to expect power outages. This time I'm prepared. Thanks!

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

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 - the generator had all other parts in the package. Once the unit was together, it started on the first try - very pleased. It ran smooth and quieter than expected

To be fully prepared have an electrical switching panel installed ahead of time, so if you have a power outage you can easily engage the generator. Otherwise you are trying to run extension cords and that is awful. The electrician also help advise on the correct size of unit to run all the equipment connected to the emergency panel.

Overall I am very pleased with my purchase, the unit was a good value for the amount of power I needed. I have recommended this unit to others and would purchase again.

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

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 generators I've heard. I would highly recommend this setup to anyone!

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

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 said it would be available. Great price, excellent delivery and product.

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

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 helpful. They probably called the shipping company to make sure generator would be delivered that day, even if driver had to retrace his steps.

Set up was straightforward, but the design of the oil fill location is such that it is difficult to pour from the bottle, and a regular funnel won't fit, so basically you need a container with a long spout or a funnel with a long spout to be able to easily pour oil into motor. Generator's electric start started the motor right up. I am used to a smaller unit, so the noise will take some getting used to. Generator also vibrates a fair amount, but as long as it powers up my transfer panel in the next outage, that's all I really care about.

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

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 time as the storm had passed.

I placed the order and received it 10 days early.I also ordered the 25. ft. 30 amp. Power Cable W/4 outlets. Lift gate delivery was well worth it. Uncrated and put wheels on, gas&oil, put cables on battery and pushed the start button. BINGO! I only ran it for 5 min. to test operation. Everything seemed to function OK. Ordering process and delivery was a pleasure. Waiting to give it a real test.

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

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 they are very helpful. Just type in "transfer switch" in the search and they should come right up. Actually looking forward to my first power outage to see how smoothly everything goes.

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

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 hours on a tank of gas. We are very happy to have it. But we are not going to wish for a power outage to see how well it works. I would recommend the Generac 7500E to my friends.

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

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 and it worked perfectly. Probably due to movement during shipping. Had similar issue with the transfer switch where two of the circuits had come loose. Nothing broke just needed to be secured. Be sure to check all connections!

If you think about it, the cost of a generator is erased once you have one or two outages of 2 days or more. Think about the cost to replace the contents of your refrigerator.

Good investment.

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

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 as to keep the generator away from the house. I saw a great idea for making a shelter for the generator on Youtube, and I can't wait to get started.

Electric Generators Direct is great at what they do, and the service is also exemplary.
Looking forward to doing business with them again.

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

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 choke - press the start button. It's that easy. Hard to say how long it ran on a full tank but it's definitely not a gas hog.
I have no issues with the unit except the rubber feet on the front. They seemed a little flimsy and if you don't really lift the front up when you're moving it and drag the front feet they will break or get damaged.
I would like to see 4 wheels so you can just pull or push it without lifting.

Really glad I went with the Generac

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

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 the exact same generator (through a local supplier) and had nothing but problems. It repeatedly shut itself down. They think it had faulty oil sensor which I’ve read about in some of the other reviews.

I pulled my 5943 out of the box, put it together in the garage (took about 20min) and filled it w/Gas and Oil. Pushed the start button and it fired right up. I have it hooked up via the 30Amp twist lock into my panel. We ran it almost non-stop (I did change the oil at the required stop) Friday night until Sunday night when the power returned. It powered the following day with no problem: Freezer in the basement, Fridge, Well Pump, Boiler, Sump Pump, 42” TV with movies for the kids and enough lights to get by. I was impressed at how quiet the Generac was. Much better muffler than our old Powermate.

I wondered how long the battery charge would last since the manual states it does NOT charge while running. Well, in early December, I pushed the button and it fired right up without having to charge it from early November. I’m going to try to start it monthly (something I did not do with the Coleman) and see if it lasts.

A very good experience from EGD and I would recommend the 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

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 plug something in. When the transfer switch arrives and I get everything hooked up, I'm sure I'll be testing away.

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

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 in summer, all the rest to me is just gravy. Like others have said, it arrived and the driver rolled it into my garage.

Mounting the wheels, etc. was simple, the oil provided was exactly what the engine required as far as quantity, and once I filled it with gas, and hooked up the battery, it started right up. I shut down the fuel valves and ran it dry, then stuck it in the corner of my garage. I'll start it up once a month to keep things fresh and to make sure the battery is still charged, but it is well built - I'm pleased.

I also wanted a generator that I can take with me if I ever move, although I've lived in my current house over 20 years...but you never know, I may downsize someday and why buy another? My only advice is to really weigh your needs for power to get a ballpark on the size you will need, then it's just a matter of preference some like Honda, etc., I happened to like Generac and am very happy with my choice.

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

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 like this, which is why it's so important to test equipment before it's needed.

Please accept our apologies for the inconvenience you experienced. It's fortunate that your service dealer survived the storm and took good care of your generator.

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

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're waiting for at the shop.

I'm glad at this point there's no storms or the like in the near future. I guess things happen, but it's frustrating when you spend a lot of money and you get somewhat of a lemon Overall I'd still stick with the Generac and wish people better luck with their purchase !!!!

EGD RESPONDS: It's against Federal Law to ship an engine that has had gasoline in it. We apologize for the inconvenience, and we're glad the Factory Warranty was there to back-stop your purchase.

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

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 highly recommend both the generator and the company.

EGD RESPONDS: We are glad you made it safely through a difficult time!

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

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 RESPONDS: Please remember to do the oil changes described in your Owner's Manual.

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

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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's quite flexible) and lift it up as it clears the metal tank rim. You might have to tilt it but it does come out easy enough.

Personally, I rather like having the filter since I have witnessed trapped particles that never made it into the carburetor.

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

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 recommend it despite the minor drawbacks.

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

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 patient when we picked it up.

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

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 to run.

Take some time and map out what you want to run during an outage and definitely go with the interchangeable model.

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

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 room, living room, microwave, oil furnace for heat/hot water, fridge, basement lights/outlets, HD TV and complete entertainment system of DVD player, surround sound system, and most of the kitchen.

We excluded wasting breakers for the electric stove and washer/dryer. I don't think we ever were using more than a couple thousand watts at the same time; so in order to conserve gas (we didn't know if any gas stations would have power) we only ran the Generac for a couple hours at a time. Since a 7500 watt unit is gas hog as it runs full throttle, I was beginning to think that I should have bought a smaller unit, say 4,000 watts or so.

Then it struck me why I bought this beast in the 1st place....Last year's tropical storm caused flooding and I borrowed a generator- a small 3500 watt model- to run my fridge and a pump for my flooded basement, which is something I didn't have to run this past week.

I also remember that I wanted to be able to run our 24,000BTU wall AC in the event that we lose power in 100-degree weather along with the rest of the house like we just did minus Heating.

So,I think a summer outage will need more wattage and I have No Doubt this unit will handle it all.

Now about that underground gas storage tank I want.........

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

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 on numerous machines and it would prevent the generator from starting. He told me to cut the oil sensor wire which I did and the generator started immediately. He told me to monitor the oil at every gas fillup until I replace the sensor.

At 5 o'clock the same afternoon, the generator stops running again! Gas is half full, air cleaner is clean, fresh gas, no smell of gas in air cleaner! I remove the gas line from the petcock, no gas is flowing! I remove the bottom of the petcock to check the gas filter only to find out it is a built in screen, not a removable filter that you can easily clean! My option at this point was to drain a full tank of gas in the cold and dark and then clean the petcock and built in screen or use a siphon in the tank, directly over the petcock outlet and try and suck up some of the debris. I chose the siphon and it worked, clearing the petcock and returning the flow of gas to the carb. I still will be without power for most of this coming week and I'm not feeling really comfortable with how reliable my Generac is going to be through the rest of this storm.

EGD RESPONDS: We're glad you made it through a difficult time in safety.

We hope you followed the Owner's Manual instruction to change the oil after the first 30 hour break-in period (page 11), and changed the oil every 100 hours of operation (page 10 & 11), as well as checking the oil every time you added gas. Skipping the recommended service intervals may affect the performance of the generator and the low oil sensor system.

You will also need to clean the air filter at 200 hours (page 10)- about 8 days into 24/7 operation.

You may also want to add a filter screen to your gas supply to keep debris from clogging the system again.

These steps will go a long way towards getting the best performance from your generator.

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

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 generator, and I would recommend it to anyone that wants peace of mind.

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

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 have 2x 200 Amp breaker panels, and fortunately, all of the essential breakers were located on one panel. There were one or two we moved from one panel to another, but for installation we only needed to add a 30 Amp breaker for an inlet, an interlock kit, and wiring to the inlet box.

When the power went out, we turned on our Septic, Well, Sump Pump, 30 cu.ft. Fridge, FIOS, LCD TV, Microwave, and a set of outlets. We had no problems at all.

This thing is a beast and works very well. I looked at the 10,000 Watt version also just for some extra juice, but this has run everything I threw at it so far!

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

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 flipping on the breakers until I had almost everything in the house powered up. It worked great, and now I'm ready for winter storms.

No more sitting in a dark, cold house for 7 days this year!

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

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 means NO HEAT too. Getting a generator will help us cope with any more disasters to come. God willing, I will not have to use this generator, but we are prepared if anything happens.

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

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 emergency power for one of my daughters and should carry all of her essentials after installation of a transfer switch.

I am a businessman and so far I like the way PED handles their business.

Hopefully I will not have a need anytime soon for a followup review, but down here it is only a question of WHEN, not IF.

The best advice I can give is for fellow shoppers to do your research now, make a decision and take the plunge. I have been the big box store route before and this gen looks, sounds and feels like a definite step up.

5 stars so far!

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

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 about $200 more) suggested that good 12 gauge, 15 amp cords will work just fine. They never provide 20 amp cables. Problem solved!

EGD RESPONDS: We need to remind folks that not using the cables recommended by Generac may pose a safety hazard, and may affect your warranty; please be careful!

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

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 better things to do :-. But I will test-run it seasonally, and drain the fuel after all the test runs. So I hope this generator will not fail me when I need it!

Right now, it's as good as 5 stars!

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

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 return tag for the short cable.

Reliance is also working to update their website to include the 25 foot cable- thank you for letting them know!

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

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 connected. Finally a 2nd refrigerator circuit was connected. These loads did not appear to cause any strain on the generator.

I expect additional modest loads in moderation, such as fluorescent lighting, will be handled well. The generator now awaits a need, gassed up with "Stabilized" gasoline.

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

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 the pull start and at least one was stuck recharging their battery. We will do the extension cord for now but are eyeing a whole house transfer switch to do it via our panel.

One last thing, I had a question that I sent via e-mail and Jim responded the next day! That was an added bonus getting the decision information so fast.

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

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 it's stored away until needed...

EGD RESPONDS: If you click on Free Shipping on our web pages, you will see:
"Curb Side Delivery
All products greater than 100 lbs. ship via semi-truck. We recommend ordering "Lift Gate Service" to safely lower the product to the curb.

We currently do NOT offer White Glove Service. In other words, you are responsible for getting the products from the curb to your garage.

The trucking company is not obligated to assist, but many are kind enough to help."

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

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 on position and then watched it steadily dump gas in my driveway without even attempting to start it - and it is not a small leak. Search Youtube, ther's a good video of the exact same problem I had. Turning the fuel knob off quickly stopped the leak and now its off to my local authorized service center. Fun day and I don't even know if the thing starts.

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

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 power go out for any extended period.

Every thing seems to work as smoothly as advertised. I am now ready for the power to go out but as my electrician said " You really hope that you never have to use it!"

EGD is a pleasure to deal with and I would certainly buy from them in the future if necessary.

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

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 switch in the laundry every now and then to keep up with dirty clothes pile.

The transfer switch was not difficult to install. I did find generator for slightly less but add in sales tax and getting it home
negated any cost savings. Your no sales tax and free tailgate delivery was fast and pleasant.

The delivery trucker put the unit in my garage and opened box to inspect the unit for visible damage (none). I ordered the unit on Monday and it was working on Saturday.

My neighbor is going to buy one.

EGD RESPONDS: Please be aware that some towns & insurance companies require that changes made to your electrical panel are certified by a registered electrician. Be sure to check your local building codes, and with your insurance agent.

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

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!

Overall, I would buy it again. I wish I would have bought it a few 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

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 better days, and I knew what I didn't like about this old base model generator versus what I would be looking for in a new portable generator.

BUYING: Electric Generators Direct was a pleasure to deal with, they had the competitive pricing and the free shipping is great. I ordered the Generac 5943 on a Saturday and had it by the following Friday, less than 1 week, to my door. I would use EGD again without hesitation.

UPGRADING: The 7500w Generac GP7500E (5943) is a good value for the dollar. The features we desired were all contained in the 5943 model. Our 5000w machine could only run our well pump when everything else was unplugged so I wanted more power than 5kw, but, not so much larger that it would guzzle a lot more fuel. Fuel is the hidden cost that some buyers do not consider. So far, based on the ratings and my test runs, the 5943 appears that it won't burn much more fuel than my old 5kw machine, while providing the higher output. So our fuel costs will, at most, only be slightly higher, while getting 50% more output available.

SET UP: Pretty easy. Install the wheels, bolt on the handle, connect the battery, and fill the motor oil which is provided. I checked the power output with a Fluke meter and it was well within spec as far voltage and hertz.

FUEL: Along with hauling fuel, refueling a generator often is something the user will tire of during a long power outage. Another feature that we needed was longer run time between fueling, so the fuel tank size and overall efficiency of the 5943 was important. The fuel gauge on top of the Generac tank is also appreciated, as the old generator needed to be shut down, and cap unscrewed to check fuel level. The Generac's fuel gauge may not give pinpoint accuracy, but will be fine for purposes of determining whether to refill or not.

STARTING: Electric start is great! It fired up the first time at the press of the start switch. Nice. But just as important is the ability to pull start the machine in a pinch and the 5943 delivers on this requirement. Some people have made note that the Generac does not charge the small starting battery while running. This is true. At first I wasn't pleased with this, but given the amount of time a generator can sit, without usage, and the need to charge/maintain the battery while in storage, I made peace with this issue.

If cycling the machine on & off a lot during a power failure, you can simply plug in the provided small charger for a while to bring the battery back up. I am going to make a jumper cable so I can jump it from my tractor should the battery have problems, such as during extremely low temps in winter.

PORTABILITY: The old machine did not have a wheel kit. Though it was lighter than the 5943, it was still a cumbersome affair to carry/drag around. The flat-free wheels and folding handle of the Generac take care of that requirement nicely.

NOISE: The old green generator was a loud beast! It had a straight-piped spark arrestor sticking out, no real muffler. This is one of the biggest complaints by users with "base" model generators that come from Big Box stores, they are LOUD. And not loud just due to the exhaust. The old machine was simply a rattle-trap, a lot of noise from vibration, metal shrouds rattling and such. The new Generac has a real honest-to-goodness muffler on it! The muffler is obviously designed along the lines of an oval automobile muffler, it's very nice! As well, when you look at the overall construction, you see that that it was built to reduce the noise from vibration with rubber dampening pads in several places.

The difference between the old green generator and the Generac is truly night and day as far as noise. Generac does not provide dB levels in their specs, but I can tell you, in this price range you would be hard pressed to find an overall quieter machine of the same HP/output. I have friends and neighbors with various econo-brands, and the Generac is noticeably quieter with a lower tone.

MAINTENANCE: If you are buying any generator for emergency back up (when dependability counts the most) don't overlook routine maintenance. In our case, we ran for approximately 110 hours, after the storm hit. This would have meant a minimum of one oil change for the Generac during the outage (oil change every 100 hours). So after receiving the Generac GP7500E and reading the maintenance section, I started putting together a maintenance kit. I ordered a spare air filter element, spare spark plug, and bought enough motor oil for numerous oil changes. I cut the top off a one gallon Arizona ice tea bottle and fashioned it into an oil drain pan that fits under the drain plug area and put it in the "maintenance kit" also. I even included a funnel for filling the fresh motor oil. It is all contained in a storage container with a lid.

I have done generator oil changes in cold weather, snow, ice and 100+ degree heat. I would strongly suggest everyone keep this in mind, as power failures don't typically occur on beautiful days. You may be refueling and doing oil changes in inclement weather. Having everything at the ready can mean the difference between a 5 to 10 minute oil change, and a 30 minute oil change as you hunt for funnels, drain pans, oil, etc. Be Prepared.

Final Thoughts: I can usually find something wrong with most products. In the case of the Generac GP7500E, unless I were to nitpick, I cannot offer any major downside in it's price range.

I am pleased with the value for the dollar, the features, and the buying experience dealing with PED/EGD.

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

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're trying to reinstall the filter housing cover.

This appears to be a fine machine and should provide the power to keep the household functioning in the event of an extended power outage.

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

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.

Having this piece of equipment gives me piece of mind that my family can remain home during multi-day power outages.

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.
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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 days.

The price was right and everything about this experience so far has been positive.

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

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 the reviews I ordered my Generac 5943 ELECTRIC start generator.

I placed the order on July 3rd and the generator was delivered on July 6th. My grandson helped my unpack the generator and he took care of the assembly (wheels & handle). When I came home from work the next day I connected the battery, added oil & gasoline. I ht the start button and the generator started instantly.

I am going to have a friend who is an electrician put in a transfer switch to be better prepared for the next outage.

I can not say enough about the quick service, shipping and delivery.

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

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!? My electrician is also an authorized Generac service technician. We decided to load test it again and this time the unit didn't stall. When I did shut off the unit it let out a mighty backfire! I am hoping these items are one off start up items and the generator won't leave me stranded when I really need it. I plan to test it once a month until I get some confidence in the unit.

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

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 the choke once running quiets down the machine. Now if things go as well during a power outage, in a storm, after a hurricane or during a flood, we're in business. Just went out to get some long power cords to have on hand so we can run power to the sump pumps, freezer and refrigerator. Will be checking with an electrician to see what we need to do to power up the furnace in an outage....but we can wait a few months for that.

The price of this generator was very good considering there was NO TAX and delivery was included. I had researched generators on line and compared with neighbors as to size, brand and amount of power I needed. Generac is well known and has a good reputation. Of course I would have liked a Honda but for the money this generator has more power without making the jump to Honda's commercial line(and much more money) The electric start is also nice even though the pull start was very easy. It will be nice to just push a button in the middle of a snow or rain storm.

Thanks for a great shopping experience!

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

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 have everything. The electric start is very convenient.

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

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 & easy when necessary. Thank you!!

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

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 wire. I repaired it and it started right up. I now wonder about the quality control side of manufacture.

Still in early stages of running so cannot comment , so far so good.

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

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. Great job by Electric Generators Direct.

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

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 National Grid, etc, provides. Without water things really suck. I went to my brother's for showers, eat what didn't need to be cooked. Had to throw out everything in the refrigerator, generally felt grimey. Not fun. When power came back I decided to stopped screwing around.

I went on line and located a place that sold Generac generators (info I picked up from people was that Generac was the one to get). Well, I had the worst experience with the first company I found such that I canceled the order and would never deal with these idiots again. I have never been treated so badly in my life. Back to the internet and I found your place and placed the order.

The person I talked to was polite and knowledgeable about the product. The unit was shipped promptly. The only kink in this process was UPS. They told me that it would be delivered between noon and 3 pm on the day I selected. It didn't get there until 6 pm which really pissed me off as I had to take a day off from work. This is not a reflection on you people but frankly, UPS was lying on the delivery time.

So I got the generator, wired it in, found a location for it and we were ready to go. This was good timing at it's best. A day or so later we had a surprise snow storm at the end of October. Wet, heavy crap that did a lot of damage. I lost four trees and had enough downed limbs to last a lifetime.

Power was out for 4 days in my area and much longer in some neighboring towns. That generator never skipped a beat. Ran continuously for 4+ days and I had no problems. Noise level was surprisingly low. I followed the starting and shut down procedures to a T. I can't say enough good about it. It's feels good to know that I have it ready for any power outage. I think that is about all for now. Thank you again for a great product.

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

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 switch to my electrical circuit breaker box. I saved alot of money installing 90% myself and my electrician was very impressed by my work and the guidance given to me by ElectricGeneratorsDirect.com. The Generac starts easily and performs great! I highly recommend it!

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

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 the fridge, sump pump, a few lights, etc. with no problem at all. By rotating a fresh 10-gallon gasoline supply through lawn mowers and other tools throughout the year and occasional recharge of the generator battery, we should be ready for the next outage.

Hopefully, if this works like the three years without significant snow after I bought a snow-blower, we should be set for a while.

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

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 procrastinator I am, I did not hook up the transfer switch until the next bad storm came along. We received 14 inches of heavy wet snow just before Halloween this year. The damage to the trees and power lines was unbelievable. It looked as though we would be without power for a long time. It took me a day to wired up the transfer switch and get the power flowing. I am running the refrigerators, the freezer, the heating system, the basement, and the family room. I feel much better knowing I am prepared for the next power outage. The money saved from not having food spoil will pay for the investment after one more outage.

I am very happy with the purchase I made. The generator was delivered on schedule. It started up right away on the first attempt. The transfer switch installation was straight forward. It is a little louder than I expected, so I purchased a longer cord so I can move it farther from the house.

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

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 4:40 pm, just as I was hitting the start button on the microwave.

I went out to start the generator. It started right up. I plugged in the power cable for my house which gave me power to the furnace, the refrigerator, water pumps, and several lights in the house including TV. Our power was out until November 9th at 7pm. I was glad that I bought this generator. It ran the whole time without any problems. I start it once a week now just to be sure its ready to go. 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

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 fully charged?). The only weird thing about it was when I followed the instruction to close it, there was a big bang sound. Tried starting it up again and it worked.

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

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 of the air filter. I quickly turned the shutoff valve to the off position. The dripping stopped so I then proceeded to start the machine. It started just fine so I turned the valve to the ON position. I ran it for about 15 minutes with no further issues. To be on the safe side, I shut down the machine by turning the valve to the off position until the engine cut off. I am going to call customer service to get their input and update my review as I proceed to find out the cause of the leakage.

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

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 synthetic 5W30 oil and gas. The generator started with no problems. I installed the transfer switch in one afternoon. The system works great and handles all my emergency needs and more.

I have had the generator for one month now with one hour of run time. The only negatives I have are that this unit is very heavy and the wheel size and single handle make it difficult to move up grass inclines and across a stone driveway. I will be buying or making a small shed to store the unit closer to the house so I don’t have to struggle wheeling it around. Loudness was as expected. It is very loud if you stand by it but tolerable inside the house.

Overall I am very satisfied and recommend this purchase. This is great insurance and peace of mind knowing I will be ready for the next 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

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 you will be my first choice.

Thank you from a very satisfied customer!

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

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 battery in approximately 1/2 hr.

I put the gas in and followed the directions on the generator and it started up without a problem.
About a week later we lost our power again. I started the generator and put a power cord thru my door into the house. It was snowing so I took my hunters blind out and set it up. It kept the generator dry plus cut down most of the engine noise. We had power in the living room and also tv and a ceramic heater. It didn't phase the generator.

Since then I ordered a Reliance Controls 10 circuit manual transfer switch from Electric Generators direct and received it in two days. I am not an electrician but I got it hooked up and it is working well. I am now ready for the next power outage. Thank you Electric generators Direct, R and L carriers, and Fed Ex ground for making my buying experience a good one.

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

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 off.....the carb is out of fuel set the choke, pull or electric start, after it runs a minute, move the choke same as when 1st started...now there is no guessing about where to set the choke..

btw: Never dawned on me to plug the battery charger into the generator outlet when running... duh.

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

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, 2 million homes with no power. I'm in NY, we were hit hard, as I write this 20k homes in our area still w/o power. Anyhow, lost the juice, and set up the generac, which started right up. After figuring out what we needed, and getting enough extension cables, we were pretty set. On day 2 without power, we arranged to have the boiler pump hooked up as well thanks to our electrician. YES, I KNOW, getting a transfer switch installed this month to alleviate the cords and make sure heat will be available.

Our power came on at 5 p.m. today, we were out for over 72 hours with 30 degree temps at night..not good.

My Generac ran flawlessly for over 55 hours on and off. Changed the oil at 30 hours, which can't be easier to complete. TONS of neighbors asking about the unit. Warned the 2 neighbors that stuck around about the noise, they didn't care. When inside, you really don't hear it much. Starter kinda died out after 2 days of use, but no big deal bc the unit starts with the pull VERY easily.

The only issue is the charger for the battery. The charger is so fat that it won't stay in the unit's own outlets, it shakes loose. Would be great if you could charge the unit's own battery with the unit itself! Other than that,I LOVE THIS GENERATOR. It literally saved us not only money for hotels, spoiled food, etc, but it let us stay home and enjoy the comforts like tv, frig, lights, heat, cable (FIOS), and some more. I know I can load it up more, but I'll wait for the transfer switch with the meters.

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.....Thanks! Oh yeah...fellas, my wife was VERY thankful that I picked the unit up...although I did get a bit of flack when I purchased it....now, she brags to everyone how we are OK for this power outage...love it!

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

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 finding someone to fix this machine. This was the first time using the unit and already it needs repairs. You get what you pay for. $1100.00 x 2 = wasted money. I should have bought a Honda.

EGD Responds: The GP7500E comes with a 2-Year Warranty from Generac. Always remember to turn your fuel supply off prior to shutting down your generator.

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

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 was very nice. All in all I did get the Generator
on time and it works. Now we feel better if the electric should go out.

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

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 what caused the leak. I am now left with a generator that still leaks!!!!

Take my advice, spend the extra money and buy a Honda!

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

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 being in the northeast and with winter coming I'm sure we'll have a chance to try it out for real!

Electric Generators Direct was great to work with - I called with a couple of questions and the gentleman I spoke with was very helpful. I've already recommended them to several friends who are interested in getting a generator.

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

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. I was ready to bust my hump bringing it up a steep driveway. To their credit, UPS freight helped my petite gal push that bugger up, but since they were supposed to call me 30 minutes before delivery and didn't I am going to call it even. Well maybe more than even for me, I didn't move it but ten feet and I weigh more than the generator.

Assembly was straight forward, 2 wheels, 1 handle, liter of oil and connect the battery. I have had more of a hassle assembling kids toys. It started right up, ran smooth and shut down. I already have back my piece of mind and I'm forward to several more years of running water, lights and really crappy TV during storms.

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

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 able to control the crowd when they rolled out the few generators that they had left.

People had to take a number and wait. Apparently, the night before there was a near riot and panic in the store as people were fighting over the limited number of generators left on the shelves. I shopped around on the internet and was a bit hesitant to make such a big purchase sight unseen.

Generac had an excellent review as did Electric Generators.Com. I made a 10 minute phone call and spoke with the guy who has his picture on the website and asked him a half dozen questions. I had every question answered politely and professionally plus he educated me on what I needed to know as a first time generator buyer. Five days later, UPS dropped delivered the 2 generators to my garage, he helped me pick one up and put it in my SUV so that I could bring it to my mother's house.

The generator is all steel. No plastic junk. It is solid. The gas tank is all metal with a corrosive-free coating on the inside of the tank. The battery was already charged. Bolt on the wheels, bolt on the heavy - duty handle, fill it with gas and the oil that comes with it. 20 minutes later, one press of a button and it started right up.

A Honda generator at 7500 watts would probably cost about $5000.00. I paid $1024.00 for each generator including the tailgate lift charge - no tax here in NJ-. I can go back to the big orange box store and buy some ridgid insulation and build a dog house for this generator for under a $100.00 and it will be as quiet as a Honda.

I work as a police sergeant and I have already recommended this generator and EG.com to my fellow officers. No hassles and very simple reliable ordering and delivery. I am not a person easily impressed and I can be quite demanding as a consumer.

I give Generac and Electric Generators. com 5 gold stars. I can't recommend them enough. I love the feeling of the peace of mind that I now have if the power goes out next time, which for whatever reason seems to be getting more and more frequently.

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

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.

Overall - great insurance.

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

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 wheeled it up the ramp and onto the porch..

Connected the battery, added the oil which came with it, couple gallons of fresh gas, and electric start kicked it on right away... not as loud as I expected it to be..but my older generators never had a muffler like this one.

I also ordered the Reliance 30 amp, 10 interchangeable breaker power transfer box and power inlet box.

Note: I saw a Generac 7000 watt manual start at a major Box store and including tax, was more than what I paid for the 7500 with electric start so I know this was the best deal and the best choice on where to buy all of this from.....A great deal all around and I would recommend this company to everyone.

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