Generac iQ5200
3900 W, dual-fuel
WEN GN6000
Generator. Specs from the manufacturer page (checked ).
The WEN GN6000 is a gasoline inverter generator rated at 5000 running watts and 6000 starting watts, with a 3.4 gallon fuel tank. It provides up to 7.5 hours of runtime at half load.
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Running
5000W
Peak / surge
6000W
Fuel
gasoline
Run time @50 %
7.5h
Warranty
2yr
Key features
- Up to 6000 starting watts and 5000 running watts
- 3.4 gallon fuel tank with up to 7.5 hours of half-load runtime
- Two standard 120V household outlets (5-20R), one 30A TT-30R RV outlet, one 120V/240V L14-30R outlet, and one 12V DC outlet
- 120V to 240V voltage selector
- 272cc 4-stroke OHV engine
- Digital readout shows voltage, frequency and runtime
- Wheel and handle kit for transport
- Two-year warranty
What it is for
- Emergency backup
- Recreational power
- RV use
Specifications
| Running watts | 5000 W |
|---|---|
| Peak / surge | 6000 W |
| Fuel | gasoline |
| Tank | 12.9 L (3.4 gal) |
| Run time at 50 % load | 7.5 h |
| AC output voltage | 120V/240V |
| Warranty | 2 years |
From the WEN page. Values the manufacturer does not publish are left out.
What is in the box
- Wheel and handle kit
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WEN GN6000 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.
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 GN6000 run on a tank?
The maker rates it at 7.5 hours at 50 % load (about 2,500 W) on a 3.4-gal tank. A light load such as a refrigerator and lights runs longer; a full load runs shorter.
Can the WEN GN6000 start a sump pump or well pump?
Starting surge matters more than running watts: this unit is rated 6000 W peak. That covers a typical 1/2 HP sump pump (about 2150 W to start). Use the calculator with your exact pump.