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Westinghouse WGen5300DFcv
Generator. Specs from the manufacturer page (checked ).
The Westinghouse WGen5300DFcv is a dual-fuel portable generator that runs on gasoline or propane. It is rated for 5,300 running watts and 6,500 peak watts on gasoline (4,800 running and 5,800 peak on propane). It has a 4.7 gal (18 L) fuel tank and runs for up to 14.5 hours at a time.
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Running
5300W
Peak / surge
6500W
Fuel
dual-fuel
Run time @50 %
11h
Weight
61kg
Warranty
3yr
Key features
- Dual fuel: runs on gasoline (5,300 running / 6,500 peak W) or propane (4,800 running / 5,800 peak W), and switches from gas to propane without shutting off
- Up to 14.5 hours runtime on a 4.7 gal (18 L) gasoline tank, with built-in fuel gauge
- Outlets: one 120V duplex 5-20R, one 120/240V L14-30R, and one 120V TT-30R 30A RV outlet
- Transfer Switch Ready (L14-30R outlet) and RV Ready (TT-30R outlet)
- 274cc 4-Stroke OHV Westinghouse engine with cast iron sleeve, manual choke, recoil starter
- Automatic low oil shutdown, overload protection, and automatic voltage regulation
- Carbon monoxide (CO) sensor with automatic shutdown per the page text (the spec table lists CO Sensor as No)
- Hardened steel frame, foam grip handle, and never-flat wheels
What it is for
- RV
- home backup power during outages
Specifications
| Running watts | 5300 W |
|---|---|
| Peak / surge | 6500 W |
| Fuel | dual-fuel |
| Tank | 18 L (4.8 gal) |
| Run time at 50 % load | 11 h |
| AC output voltage | 120/240V |
| Weight | 61 kg (134.5 lb) |
| Dimensions | 59.0 × 51.0 × 48.5 cm (23.2 × 20.1 × 19.1 in) |
| Warranty | 3 years |
From the Westinghouse page. Values the manufacturer does not publish are left out.
What is in the box
- Oil bottle
- Oil funnel
- Spark plug wrench
- Propane regulator/hose
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Connection and wiring
We have not linked an official manual for this model yet; see the Westinghouse page.
Error codes and troubleshooting
We have not found an official code table for this model yet.
FAQ
How long does the Westinghouse WGen5300DFcv run on a tank?
The maker rates it at 11 hours at 50 % load (about 2,650 W) on a 4.8-gal tank. A light load such as a refrigerator and lights runs longer; a full load runs shorter.
Can the Westinghouse WGen5300DFcv start a sump pump or well pump?
Starting surge matters more than running watts: this unit is rated 6500 W peak. That covers a typical 1/2 HP sump pump (about 2150 W to start). Use the calculator with your exact pump.