WEN Quiet and Lightweight 4800-Watt Dual Fuel RV-Ready Electric Start Portable Inverter Generator with Fuel Shut Off and CO Watchdog (DF480iX) For Sale – Price
Original price was: $699.99.$634.94Current price is: $634.94.
Description
Remember when you had clean and quiet portable power? The WEN 4800-Watt Inverter Generator provides clean energy, free of voltage spikes and drops, without all the noise of a regular generator. Produce up to 4800 surge watts and 4000 rated watts of power on gasoline, or connect a propane tank using the tool-free quick-connector for up to 4320 surge watts and 3600 rated watts of power on LPG. The keyless electric start lets you turn on your generator at the press of a button, and includes a recoil starter as backup. The WEN Watchdog CO Shutdown Sensor helps protect both you and your family by automatically turning off the generator if dangerous levels of carbon monoxide are detected. Our 224cc engine operates at a modest 62 decibels at quarter load. This limits its invasiveness while camping, hunting, tailgating, and restoring backup power. The WEN 4800W Inverter Generator is also equipped with fuel shutoff. This feature turns off the flow of fuel, allowing for the generator to use up the remaining fuel from the carburetor before automatically shutting down. This helps fight the build-up and blockages caused by stagnant fuel inside of the carburetor, minimizing maintenance while prolonging the unit’s lifespan. Designed to mirror a pure sine wave, this generator limits total harmonic distortion to under 0.3 percent at no load and under 1.2 percent at full load, making it safe to run laptops, cellphones, monitors, tablets and other sensitive electronics. The built-in wheels and telescoping handle make for easy portability while the ultra-efficient 1.9-gallon tank provides up to 7 hours of half-load run time (or 20 hours half-load run time on a 20-pound LPG tank). The fully-packed panel comes equipped with four three-prong 120V NEMA 5-20R receptacles, one 12V DC receptacle, one 120V TT-30R RV receptacle, and two 5V USB ports. Maximize fuel economy by engaging the eco-mode switch. This allows the generator’s engine to automatically adjust its fuel consumption as items are plugged into and unplugged from the panel, preventing the unnecessary usage of gasoline. Need more energy? Easily link up any two WEN inverter generators using a WEN Parallel Connection Kit (sold separately) in order to share wattage amongst multiple units. Low-oil and low-fuel automatic shutdown combine with the built-in overload protection and indicator lights to safeguard both your generator and your electronics from damage. And because this is a WEN Product, your inverter generator comes backed by a 3-year limited warranty, a nationwide network of skilled service technicians, and a friendly customer helpline. Remember when your generator powered your electronics safely and quietly? Remember WEN.
224cc dual-fuel engine runs on both gasoline (4800 surge watts, 4000 rated watts) and propane (4320 surge watts, 3600 rated watts)
Produces clean power to prevent damage to sensitive electronics such as smartphones, tablets and laptops
The WEN Watchdog CO Shutdown Sensor helps protect both you and your family by automatically turning off the generator if dangerous levels of carbon monoxide are detected
Fuel shutoff maximizes the generator’s lifespan by using up the remaining fuel in the carburetor before shutting down
Includes fuel shut-off to help limit maintenance, onboard wheels, a telescoping pull handle, four three-prong 120V receptacles, one TT-30R RV receptacle, one 12V DC receptacle, two 5V USB ports, a tool-free LPG quick-connector, and a three-year warranty
6 reviews for WEN Quiet and Lightweight 4800-Watt Dual Fuel RV-Ready Electric Start Portable Inverter Generator with Fuel Shut Off and CO Watchdog (DF480iX) For Sale – Price
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John R. Hubbling –
Looks to be an excellent generator
I’ve only had this generator for a week now, but I wanted to report on my experience so far. I bought this unit to run my furnace in case of a power outage, but I wanted a unit that was capable of being connected to my house power panel should I decide to do so. I selected this generator because it has the most features for an excellent price: something I can lift (I’m 76), dual fuel, CO protection, quiet, etc. The only feature it does not have is an automatic switch over between fuel sources when one runs out (it appears on other models but not this one). So far, I have only done the 8 hr break in period, running with a low low1000 watt load and replacing the oil. (Do get the magnetic oil dip stick. It should come standard. There was quite a bit of metallic shards on the dip stick after the break in period.)
I used only propane which is how I intend to use the generator unless circumstances require using gasoline. I got the 8 hours with just 10 lbs of propane so a couple of 20 lb tanks should serve for most power outages. Running just with propane has a number of advantages: only minutes to connect and start, longer run times between refueling, no concerns about gas degrading in storage or in the engine, and much easier on the engine, extending its service life. I would also point out that I tested the exhaust and was unable to detect any carbon monoxide. Of course, one should always run the unit outside as instructed but clearly running with propane is safer. So far, the unit has run flawlessly.
One thing that greatly impressed me was how quiet it runs. What prompted me to write this review is an important feature missing from the manual and all videos reviewing this unit. Every video and the unit’s manual say that you must remove the oil fill plug and tilt the unit to drain out the oil. Yet, just below the fill hole is a bolt with a rubber trough below it that is clearly intended to convey liquid. In addition, there is a hole in the case directly in front of this bolt that is clearly there to allow one to insert a socket to remove the bolt. I did remove the bolt, and it is clearly an oil drain plug. Using this method of draining the oil is easier and much less messy and avoids the danger associated with trying to tilt a 60+ lb machine. I am considering replacing this drain plug with a short length of pipe and cap that will make draining the oil that much easier.
My next step will be to test out running my furnace off the generator using my modified power supply switches and electrical plugs on the furnace. So far, I could not be happier with this generator.
David B –
Quiet. Works well.
Great product. Very quiet. Used it extensively to power my RV while tailgating. Have only used it with propane. The only âcomplaintâ I have is I wish it had a 30 amp twist lock receptacle rather than a straight prong 30 amp RV receptacle, because the plug vibrated out of the receptacle. I use a bungee cord to make sure the plug doesnât come out. Definitely recommend this generator.
Karry L. –
Quiet and efficient
Worked great on our hunting expedition in the Utah mountains. Quiet, efficient and worth the price.
Major Purchaser –
Working well right out of the box.
The generator arrived in perfect condition. Time from ordering to receiving was 2 weeks. Itâs very well packaged, looks to be well made and high quality. It started easily and ran smoothly on propane. I plan to run it exclusively on propane because itâs a much cleaner-burning fuel, safer and much less likely to be contaminated.
Break in instructions call for running it at 50% load with varying loads for 8 hours. I solved this problem by connecting a small space heater and toaster oven. The data meter showed 50%. By adjusting the thermostats periodically I was able to change how often the load cycle varied.
After 8 hours the drained oil was slightly charcoal gray in color. I had purchased a magnetic dip stick prior to receiving the generator and after break-in it had a small band of dark charcoal colored residue on it – no metal filings.
I tried starting several times (on propane) without croaking and it starts right up every time, even at 38 degrees. Iâm guessing the instructions to âchokeâ are for starting on gasoline.
So far so good. Iâll update this review as my experience progresses.
Mike G. –
Quiet and Easy to Start
Bought this generator after researching many dual fuel lightweight generators after Hurricane Beyrl.
Has plenty of power to run my refrigerator and a portable 6000-8000 BTU A/C unit, as well as some lights and phone charging.
This thing is really quiet which is why I spent the money on an inverter type instead of an open frame unit which would have actually cost less but are loud as hell.
One thing about starting.
Even though it has electric starting I wanted to use the pull cord and have learned that if you place the selector on choke and pull the starter cord about 8 easy times and then put the selector on run and pull it again it will fire up with one pull each time you try hot or cold.
I changed the oil using an oil suction tube tool after the first 1 hour of run time and then again after another 3 hours of use.
I also used the Wen magnetic dipstick.
After this unit accumulates 10 full hours on it, I will switch to some 5w-30 Briggs & Stratton Synthetic oil I just ordered from Amazon.
I keep three 20-pound cylinders of full propane at the ready and intend to never use gasoline in this little gem of a generator.
brock creekmore –
WEN 4800
Everything was as advertised. Small, quiet and easy to use. The only thing is the product description leaves out the propane hose/regulator and quick connect is included. I went out and bought all that stuff before it was delivered.