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WEN 2800-Watt Inverter Generator, Quiet, Portable, and Lightweight with Fuel Shut Off and CO Watchdog (56280iX)

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Size: 2800W + CO Alarm


Features

  • 98cc engine generates up to 2800 surge watts and 2250 rated watts
  • Produces clean power to prevent damage to sensitive electronics such as smartphones, tablets and laptops
  • The WEN Watchdog CO Shutdown Sensor helps protect both you and your family by automatically turning off the generator if dangerous levels of carbon monoxide are detected
  • Fuel shutoff maximizes the generators lifespan by using up the remaining fuel in the carburetor before shutting down
  • Includes two three-prong 120V receptacles, one 12V DC receptacle, two 5V USB ports, and a three-year warranty

Description

Remember when you had clean and quiet portable power? The WEN 2800-Watt Inverter Generator provides clean energy, free of voltage spikes and drops, without all the noise of a regular generator. Produce up to 2800 surge watts and 2250 rated watts of power. The WEN Watchdog CO Shutdown Sensor helps protect both you and your family by automatically turning off the generator if dangerous levels of carbon monoxide are detected. Our 98cc engine operates at a quiet 60 decibels at no load. This limits its invasiveness while camping, hunting, tailgating, and restoring backup power. The WEN 2800W Inverter Generator is also equipped with fuel shutoff. This feature turns off the flow of fuel, allowing for the generator to use up the remaining fuel from the carburetor before automatically shutting down. This helps fight the build-up and blockages caused by stagnant fuel inside of the carburetor, minimizing maintenance while prolonging the unit’s lifespan. Designed to mirror a pure sine wave, this generator limits total harmonic distortion to under 0.3 percent at no load and under 1.2 percent at full load, making it safe to run laptops, cellphones, monitors, tablets and other sensitive electronics. The lightweight 45-pound design makes for easy portability while the ultra- efficient 1.58-gallon tank provides up to 9 hours of half-load run time. The fully-packed panel comes equipped with two three-prong 120V NEMA 5-20R receptacles, one 12V DC receptacle, and two 5V USB ports. Maximize fuel economy by engaging the eco-mode switch. This allows the generator's engine to automatically adjust its fuel consumption as items are plugged into and unplugged from the panel, preventing the unnecessary usage of fuel. Need more energy? Easily link up any two WEN inverter generators using a WEN Parallel Connection Kit (sold separately) in order to share wattage amongst multiple units. Low-oil and low-fuel automatic shutdown combine with the built-in overload protection and indicator lights to safeguard both your generator and your electronics from damage. And because this is a WEN Product, your inverter generator comes backed by a 3-year limited warranty, a nationwide network of skilled service technicians and a friendly customer helpline. Remember when your generator powered your electronics safely and quietly? Remember WEN.

Brand: WEN


Wattage: 2.25E+3


Fuel Type: Gasoline


Power Source: Fuel Powered


Recommended Uses For Product: Camping, Residential


Voltage: 1.2E+2 Volts


Output Wattage: 2800


Special Feature: Lightweight


Included Components: Two three-prong 120V receptacles, one 12V DC receptacle, and two 5V USB ports


Color: Orange


Brand: ‎WEN


Wattage: ‎2.25E+3


Fuel Type: ‎Gasoline


Power Source: ‎Fuel Powered


Recommended Uses For Product: ‎Camping, Residential


Voltage: ‎1.2E+2 Volts


Output Wattage: ‎2800


Special Feature: ‎Lightweight


Included Components: ‎Two three-prong 120V receptacles, one 12V DC receptacle, and two 5V USB ports


Color: ‎Orange


Product Dimensions: ‎19.7"L x 11.6"W x 18.7"H


Material: ‎Aluminium


Model Name: ‎2800-Watt Inverter Generator, Quiet, Portable, and Lightweight


Engine Type: ‎4 Stroke


Ignition System Type: ‎Recoil start


Tank Volume: ‎1.58 Gallons


Engine Displacement: ‎98 Cubic Centimeters


Total Power Outlets: ‎2


Engine Power Maximum: ‎2.8E+3 Watts


Starting Wattage: ‎2.8E+3 Watts


Running Wattage: ‎2.25E+3 Watts


UPC: ‎044459562757


Manufacturer: ‎WEN


Part Number: ‎56280iX


Item Weight: ‎49 pounds


Item model number: ‎56280iX


Size: ‎2800W + CO Alarm


Style: ‎2800W Generator + CO Sensor


Item Package Quantity: ‎1


Special Features: ‎Lightweight


Batteries Required?: ‎No


Warranty Description: ‎Three-year limited


Date First Available: September 17, 2024


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