Generac iQ5200
3900 W, dual-fuel
WEN 56450i
Generator · Super Quiet. Specs from the manufacturer page (checked ).
The WEN 56450i is a gasoline inverter generator rated at 3500 rated watts with up to 4500 surge watts. It uses a 212cc engine and is rated at 58 dBA at quarter load, 22 feet.
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Running
3500W
Peak / surge
4500W
Fuel
gasoline
Run time @50 %
8.5h
Noise
58dB
Warranty
3yr
Key features
- Up to 4500 surge watts and 3500 rated watts
- Fuel shutoff uses the fuel remaining in the carburetor before automatic shutdown
- 58 dBA at quarter load, 22 feet
- 2.2-gallon tank provides up to 8.5 hours of half-load run time
- Two 3-prong 120V receptacles, one RV-ready AC 120V NEMA TT-30R receptacle, and one 12V DC receptacle
- Eco-Mode adjusts fuel consumption as items are plugged in and unplugged
- Can be paralleled with a second WEN inverter generator using a WEN Parallel Connection Kit (sold separately)
- Low-oil and low-fuel automatic shutdown and overload protection
What it is for
- Home backup power
- RV use
- Camping
- Hunting and tailgating
Specifications
| Running watts | 3500 W |
|---|---|
| Peak / surge | 4500 W |
| Fuel | gasoline |
| Tank | 8.3 L (2.2 gal) |
| Run time at 50 % load | 8.5 h |
| Noise | 58 dB |
| AC output voltage | 120V |
| Warranty | 3 years |
From the WEN page. Values the manufacturer does not publish are left out.
What is in the box
- Onboard wheels and carrying handle
- Spark arrestor
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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 23 →
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 56450i run on a tank?
The maker rates it at 8.5 hours at 50 % load (about 1,750 W) on a 2.2-gal tank. A light load such as a refrigerator and lights runs longer; a full load runs shorter.
Can the WEN 56450i start a sump pump or well pump?
Starting surge matters more than running watts: this unit is rated 4500 W peak. That covers a typical 1/2 HP sump pump (about 2150 W to start). Use the calculator with your exact pump.