Westinghouse WGen3600DF is a portable generator from Westinghouse, rated 3,600 running watts with 4,650 starting watts on gasoline (3,240 W on propane), measured at 68 dBA, with 120V output.
General
Type
portable
Fuel
gasoline, propane
Power output
Running watts (gas / LP for standby)
3600 W
Starting watts (gas)
4650 W
Running watts (propane)
3240 W
Starting watts (propane)
4180 W
Performance
Noise level
68 dBA
Runtime at 50% load (gas)
10.5 h
Runtime at 25% load (gas)
14 h
Fuel tank
4 gal
Electrical
Output voltage
120V
Features
Start type
electric
Engine
Engine displacement
212 cc
Physical
Weight
120 lb
What the numbers mean
At 3,600 running watts
on its best fuel, this unit covers outage essentials — a refrigerator, lights, electronics, and a furnace fan or sump pump via extension cords — but not large 240 V appliances.
Runs on gasoline, propane — expect lower output on propane (roughly
10%) and natural gas (roughly 20%) than on gasoline; the spec table shows the
published per-fuel ratings.
Runtime: 10.5 h at 50% load on the 4-gallon tank
— roughly 14 h at 25% load (published)
.
Estimated fuel cost for 24 h at ~50% load: about $29 on gasoline at
national average prices (assumptions).
What can the Westinghouse WGen3600DF run during an outage?
With 3,600 running watts on its best fuel, the Westinghouse WGen3600DF covers outage essentials — a refrigerator, lights, electronics, and a furnace fan or sump pump via extension cords — but not large 240 V appliances. Add up your actual loads with a sizing worksheet — the bands here are rough guidance, not a load calculation.
How long does the Westinghouse WGen3600DF run on a tank of gas?
About 10.5 hours at 50% load on its 4-gallon tank, per the manufacturer's rating. At a lighter 25% load, figure roughly 14 hours.
What does the Westinghouse WGen3600DF cost to run for a day?
Roughly $29 for 24 hours of continuous operation at about 50% load on gasoline, at national average fuel prices. The assumptions behind this estimate are documented on the methodology page; your fuel price and load change the figure.
