Westinghouse iGen2500

Inverter generator, 2,200 W running. Made by Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment.

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The iGen2500 puts out 2,200 W continuously and up to 2,500 W for a few seconds when a motor starts. It runs up to 12 h at 25% load on a full 1 gal3.8 L tank. It weighs 46.3 lb21 kg. It takes 0.37 qt0.35 L of engine oil, and the source recommends 10W-30. The spark plug is E6RTC, gap 0.032 in (0.80 mm).

Specifications

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Power
Running output2,200 W 1
Starting output2,500 W 1Westinghouse calls this peak watts.
Voltage120 V 1
Inverter (clean power for electronics)Yes 1
Engine
Displacement98 cc 1
FuelUnleaded gasoline, 87 octane or higher, up to 10% ethanol 1
StartingRecoil 1
Fuel and run time
Tank1 gal3.8 L 1
Run time12 h 2at 25% load
Size and noise
Weight46.3 lb21 kg 2Dry weight.
Outlets
Outlets
1 × 120 V 20 A duplex (5-20R)
USB duplex, 5 V DC (1 A and 2.1 A)

Oil, spark plug and service

What to have on the bench before an oil change or tune-up.

Oil capacity0.37 qt0.35 L 1
Oil type10W-30 1
Spark plugE6RTC, gap 0.032 in (0.80 mm) 1
Change oil everyAfter the first 20 hours or first month, then every 50 hours or 6 months 1

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Model numbers

This page covers model number iGen2500. Brands often sell the same name under several numbers with small differences, so check the label on the frame.

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Questions people ask

How much oil does the Westinghouse iGen2500 take?

0.37 qt0.35 L. Oil type: 10W-30. Oil change: After the first 20 hours or first month, then every 50 hours or 6 months.

What spark plug does the Westinghouse iGen2500 use?

E6RTC, gap 0.032 in (0.80 mm), according to the source. Check the plug in your unit before you buy a replacement.

How long does the Westinghouse iGen2500 run on a tank?

12 h. That's at 25% load, according to the source. More load means less time.

How much does the Westinghouse iGen2500 weigh?

46.3 lb21 kg. Dry weight.

What's the difference between 2,200 W and 2,500 W?

2,200 W is what it can supply continuously. 2,500 W is a short burst for the moment a motor (a fridge, a pump, an AC unit) starts up.

Sources

  1. Westinghouse user manual for iGen1200, iGen2000, iGen2500 and iPro2500. Owner's manual, accessed November 12, 2026.
  2. Westinghouse iGen2500 product page (archived copy). Manufacturer, accessed November 12, 2026.

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