Anker SOLIX Smart Generator 5500
3600 W, tri-fuel
WEN 56360i
Generator · WEN 3600-Watt Inverter Generator. Specs from the manufacturer page (checked ).
The WEN 56360i is a portable inverter generator with a 149cc engine, rated at 2900 watts with surge output up to 3600 watts. The manufacturer says it produces clean power for sensitive electronics such as smartphones, tablets and laptops, and it weighs 46 pounds.
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Running
2900W
Peak / surge
3600W
Run time @50 %
5h
Noise
65dB
Weight
20.9kg
Warranty
3yr
Key features
- Two three-prong 120V NEMA 5-20R receptacles, one 120V TT-30R RV receptacle, one 12V DC receptacle, and two 5V USB ports
- Fuel shutoff uses up the fuel remaining in the carburetor before the unit shuts down automatically
- Eco-mode switch adjusts fuel consumption as items are plugged in and unplugged
- Two WEN inverter generators can be linked with a WEN Parallel Connection Kit (sold separately) to share wattage
- Total harmonic distortion under 0.3% at no load and under 1.2% at full load
- 1.6-gallon tank provides up to 5 hours of half-load run time
- Low-oil and low-fuel automatic shutdown, built-in overload protection, and indicator lights
- Operates at 65 decibels at quarter load; 3-year limited warranty
What it is for
- Backup power
- RV use
- Camping
- Tailgating
Specifications
| Running watts | 2900 W |
|---|---|
| Peak / surge | 3600 W |
| Tank | 6 L (1.6 gal) |
| Run time at 50 % load | 5 h |
| Noise | 65 dB |
| AC output voltage | 120V |
| Weight | 20.9 kg (46.1 lb) |
| Warranty | 3 years |
From the WEN page. Values the manufacturer does not publish are left out.
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WEN 56360i comparisons
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Connection and wiring
Follow the diagrams in the WEN manual. Connecting to a home panel needs a transfer switch or interlock and a licensed electrician.
- Parallel connection, manual page 2 →
- Parallel connection, manual page 11 →
- Parallel connection, manual page 17 →
- Wiring diagram, manual page 30 →
Error codes and troubleshooting
We found no error-code table in this manual. Its troubleshooting section is the reference.
FAQ
How long does the WEN 56360i run on a tank?
The maker rates it at 5 hours at 50 % load (about 1,450 W) on a 1.6-gal tank. A light load such as a refrigerator and lights runs longer; a full load runs shorter.
Can the WEN 56360i start a sump pump or well pump?
Starting surge matters more than running watts: this unit is rated 3600 W peak. That covers a typical 1/2 HP sump pump (about 2150 W to start). Use the calculator with your exact pump.