Westinghouse WGen3600cv - 3600/4650W Portable Generator

The Westinghouse WGen3600cv is a compact open frame generator with a rated wattage of 3,600 W and a starting wattage of 4,650 W. (Read full specs)

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The Westinghouse WGen3600cv is the newer version of the WGen3600v. It's a compact portable generator especially useful for:

• RV travellers who wish to upgrade their experience to another level
• People occasionally participating in sporting competitions, open-air performances and outdoor festivals
• Homeowners who want to be sure of their ability to power their fridges, cooking tools, heating and lighting equipment during power failures

In the forthcoming sections, you'll delve into its power characteristics, the various outlets it offers, its overall portability, and the additional features it boasts.

Power & Run Time

The Westinghouse WGen3600cv

Westinghouse WGen3600cv is equipped with a 212 cc (5.9 hp) Westinghouse OHV 4-stroke engine with cast iron sleeve, running on gasoline and providing 120V, boasting a running wattage of 3,600W alongside a starting wattage of 4,650W.

With a noise rating of 68 dBA (less noisy than background music), the generator's ignition is facilitated by a manual recoil starter system.

With a full tank, the WGen3600cv can operate for up to 14 hours (fuel consumption around 0.29 GPH), thanks to its fuel capacity of 4 gallons.

Given the WGen3600cv's high Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) of less than 23%, it is advisable to avoid using it to power sensitive electronic devices.

Outlets

The control panel features 4 AC outlets as follows:

Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R)

120V 30A (L5-30R) receptacle

120V 30A (TT-30R) receptacle

Thanks to its TT-30R receptacle (TT meaning 'Travel Trailer'), this Westinghouse generator is RV Ready, ready to power your recreational vehicle with ease.

Portability

Measuring L23.3 x W17.5 x H18.7 in, the Westinghouse WGen3600cv showcases a classic open frame layout, offering stability and simple maintenance access to components, while facilitating air circulation. The design is ideal for rough environments and demanding outdoor use.

With a dry weight of 100.6 lbs, the WGen3600cv can easily follow you wherever your power needs are. Moreover, the open frame structure of this generator makes it easy to grab and relocate.

It is also possible to purchase the official wheel kit (opens in a new tab) to help you transport the WGen3600cv more easily.

Features

The WGen3600cv's control panel

The generator includes a built-in fuel gauge, a quick, easy and convenient method of checking the device’s gas level.

As far as security is concerned, the generator can be used with a peace of mind, as it features an automatic low oil shut-off and an overload protection (circuit breaker).

It also includes a carbon monoxide sensor. This sensor is designed to monitor the level of carbon monoxide present during the generator's operation. If the generator is positioned incorrectly and carbon monoxide levels rise to an unsafe level, the generator will automatically shut down.

Alongside the standard documentation and an owner's manual (opens in a new tab) for quick setup, the Westinghouse WGen3600cv is bundled with additional accessories: oil, funnel and tool kit. The official storage cover and running cover are also available, as separate purchases.

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The Westinghouse WGen3600cv versus other generators

The following charts are provided to give you an idea of how some of the key specs of the Westinghouse WGen3600cv compare to generators of similar power (between 3500 and 4500 W).

• At a weight of 100.6 pounds, the Westinghouse WGen3600cv places in the expected weight range of the generators in the 3500-4500 rated wattage range. If you are concerned by weight, one of the champions in the above-mentioned power range is the WEN 56432iX, with a dry weight of just 52.9 pounds.
• The generator can be considered average in its noise for its power category, as it is rated at 68 dBA. If noise emissions are one of your priorities, you may be interested in the Westinghouse iGen5000DF, one of the least noisy generators similarly powerful as this one, rated for 52 dBA.
• As for its autonomy, the WGen3600cv, with an autonomy of up to 14 hours at a 25% load, is placed on the low end among the generators of its kind. If concerned with autonomy, one of the products of a comparable power output, which offers the highest run time, is the DuroMax XP4850HX, boasting with up to 23 hours.
• Even though run times are undoubtedly important, they are dependent on the fuel capacity to a large extent. For a more wholesome picture, we must take into consideration the fuel consumption of the generator. This generator is somewhat less fuel-efficient than devices of comparable output: its estimated fuel consumption reaches 0.29 GPH at a 25% load. If fuel consumption is your top priority, we suggest to check out the Champion 201319, which has a fuel consumption of only 0.16 GPH and thus, is one of the most efficient devices in our database.

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The bottom line

About Westinghouse

The US based Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment is a legacy subsidiary of the Westinghouse Electric Corporation, founded in 1886. While the company has been acquired and merged into the American CBS, the Westinghouse name remains as the brand name for many of their electrical solutions, which stretch across the scale from power plants to portable generators. Portable generators – the main product of the Outdoor Power Equipment branch of Westinghouse – used to be manufactured by Westpro Power Systems, which was bought in 2016 by Midwest Equipment. Lawn equipment, such as trimmers and blowers, is also sold under the Westinghouse brand name. All of their products are designed in the US. However, they are in many cases manufactured in China and Vietnam.

Warranty Information

The Westinghouse WGen3600cv is covered under a warranty for up to 3 years. This warranty may be limited and may not cover all parts of the generator.
For more information about the warranty of Westinghouse generators, please consult Westinghouse's warranty policies (opens in a new tab). Alternatively, you can also contact their Customer Support: 1-855-944-3571.

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