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WEN DF1200X 12000-Watt 120-Volt/240-Volt Dual Fuel Transfer-Switch Ready Electric Start Portable Generator with Wheel Kit and CO Shutdown Sensor

WEN DF1200X 12000-Watt 120-Volt/240-Volt Dual Fuel Transfer-Switch Ready Electric Start Portable Generator with Wheel Kit and CO Shutdown Sensor

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  • Last seen at $832.99 at StandingStartLLC on Nov 12.

Our take on the WEN DF1200X 12000-Watt 120-Volt/240-Volt Dual Fuel Transfer-Switch Ready Electric Start Portable Generator with Wheel Kit and CO Shutdown Sensor

The WEN DF1200X is a 12,000-watt dual-fuel portable generator that runs on gasoline or propane, selected with a dial. Gasoline gives 12,000 surge and 9,500 running watts; propane gives 11,000 surge and 9,000 running. A 500cc OHV engine starts with a key, and a Watchdog CO sensor shuts the unit down if carbon monoxide builds up. It has a 9-gallon tank, a transfer-switch-ready L14-30R outlet, a 50A L14-50R outlet and four GFCI household outlets, plus a wheel kit. It suits homeowners who want whole-home backup or heavy job-site power and are willing to handle a large, loud, heavy unit. Against smaller inverter generators it trades quiet, clean power and portability for far more output and dual-fuel flexibility.

Best forHome backup during outagesJob sites running large toolsCampers and tailgaters needing high wattageBuyers who want gasoline or propane flexibility
Pros
  • Dual fuel: switch between gasoline and propane with a dial
  • High output: 12,000 surge watts on gasoline, 11,000 on propane
  • Electric key start on a 500cc OHV engine
  • Watchdog CO shutdown sensor cuts power at dangerous carbon monoxide levels
  • Transfer-switch-ready L14-30R and 50A L14-50R outlets
  • Wheel and handle kit included
Cons
  • Heavy and bulky; not a carry-by-hand unit
  • Loud compared with inverter generators
  • Short run time at high load: about 7.5 hours at half load on a 9-gallon tank
  • Produces conventional, not clean inverter power, so sensitive electronics need care
  • Propane output is lower than gasoline output

WEN DF1200X 12000-Watt 120-Volt/240-Volt Dual Fuel Transfer-Switch Ready Electric Start Portable Generator with Wheel Kit and CO Shutdown Sensor prices at every store

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What reviewers say

Owners of WEN's large dual-fuel generators generally report reliable starting and strong output for the money, and they value the propane option during long outages. Common complaints center on noise, weight and fuel consumption under heavy load.

What people mention
  • NoiseCriticisedOwners say it is loud, as expected for a large conventional generator, and not suited to quiet campgrounds.
  • WeightCriticisedThe unit is very heavy, and the wheel kit helps but moving it over rough ground is still hard work.
  • Dual fuelPraisedBuyers like being able to run on propane when gasoline is hard to get during an outage.
  • StartingPraisedThe electric key start is reported to fire the engine quickly and save pulling a recoil cord.
  • Fuel useMixedRun time is fine at light loads but drops fast when large loads are running.
  • CO shutdownMixedThe safety shutoff is valued, though some owners find it triggers and cuts power in partly enclosed spaces.

About the WEN DF1200X 12000-Watt 120-Volt/240-Volt Dual Fuel Transfer-Switch Ready Electric Start Portable Generator with Wheel Kit and CO Shutdown Sensor

The WEN DF1200X is a portable dual fuel generator that runs on gasoline or propane. A selection dial switches between the two fuels. It starts with a key through its electric start and is powered by a 500cc 4-stroke OHV engine.

On gasoline it produces 12000 surge watts and 9500 running watts. On propane it produces 11000 surge watts and 9000 running watts. The panel has four 120V GFCI outlets, a 120V/240V transfer-switch-ready twist lock outlet, a 120V/240V 50A outlet and a 12V DC cigarette-lighter-style plug.

The WEN Watchdog CO Shutdown Sensor automatically turns the generator off if it detects dangerous levels of carbon monoxide. A wheel and handle kit helps with moving the generator. The included LPG hose connects it to a propane tank.

Fuel type
Dual fuel: gasoline or propane (LPG)
Gasoline power
12000 surge watts, 9500 running watts
Propane power
11000 surge watts, 9000 running watts
Voltage
120V/240V
Engine
500cc 4-stroke OHV
Starting
Electric start with key
Fuel tank
9 gallons
Run time
Up to 7.5 hours at half load
Outlets
4 x 120V GFCI 5-20R, 1 x 120V/240V NEMA L14-30R twist lock (transfer-switch-ready), 1 x 120V/240V 50A NEMA L14-50R
DC output
12V DC cigarette-lighter-style plug
Safety
WEN Watchdog CO Shutdown Sensor
Emissions

Questions and answers

Is the WEN DF1200X good for whole-home backup?
It can carry a lot: 9,500 running watts on gasoline and 9,000 on propane. That covers a well pump, furnace, refrigerator and lights, but not every appliance at once. A transfer switch is needed for safe hookup.
How does propane compare with gasoline on this generator?
Propane gives 11,000 surge and 9,000 running watts, below the 12,000 and 9,500 on gasoline. Propane also avoids carburetor gumming during long storage.
Does it produce clean power for electronics?
It is a conventional generator, not an inverter, so power is not as clean as inverter output. Computers and sensitive devices are better run through a surge protector or a UPS.
What comes in the box?
The generator, a wheel and handle kit, an LPG connection hose, a bottle of oil and the manual. A battery for the electric start is not included.
How long does it run on a full tank?
About 7.5 hours at half load on the 9-gallon tank. Expect much shorter run times when drawing near full output.
Can it connect to a transfer switch?
Yes. The L14-30R outlet is transfer-switch ready, and there is also a 50A L14-50R outlet for heavier hookups.
Where is the WEN DF1200X 12000-Watt 120-Volt/240-Volt Dual Fuel Transfer-Switch Ready Electric Start Portable Generator with Wheel Kit and CO Shutdown Sensor cheapest?
At StandingStartLLC, for $832.99, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the WEN DF1200X 12000-Watt 120-Volt/240-Volt Dual Fuel Transfer-Switch Ready Electric Start Portable Generator with Wheel Kit and CO Shutdown Sensor?
2 stores we checked sell it, including StandingStartLLC, WEN Products.

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