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Budget pick · Dual fuel · 3,800 W

WEN DF472 4750W Dual Fuel review: our full analysis

Brand: WEN · Ranked 105th of 174 · Our methodology

6.9/10 Power7.0 Runtime9.4 Noise— Features4.4 Portability5.5 Watts per dollar8.5 Dotted line: average of the 174 models. Relative scores based on specs, no hands-on testing. Where to buy Today's best priceTypical price: $300–$500 Check best price Affiliate link: As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Key takeaways. With 3,800 running watts on gasoline (4,750 W starting), the WEN DF472 4750W Dual Fuel is mostly aimed at jobsites and power tools. It weighs 103.2 lb and runs about 11 hours at half load on a tank. Notable features: a 240 V transfer-switch outlet.

Not clearly published by the manufacturer, take with caution: noise level, EPA compliance.

Pros

  • 120/240 V L14-30R receptacle for a transfer switch.
  • 4-gallon tank rated 11 hours at 50% load.
  • 3,800 running W on gasoline, 3,500 on propane.

Cons

  • 103 lb open frame.
  • Recoil start only, no CO sensor, 2-year warranty.

Best for

  • Jobsites and power tools

Specifications

TypeDual fuel (open frame)
Running watts3,800 W gasoline · 3,500 W propane
Starting watts4,750 W gasoline · 4,350 W propane
FuelGasoline, propane
Fuel tank4.0 gal
Runtime11 hours at 50% load
NoiseNot published
Weight103.2 lb
Outlets2 × 120 V household outlets (5-20R) · L14-30R 30 A 120/240 V twist-lock · 12 V DC outlet
Transfer switch readyYes
StartRecoil (pull start)
CO shutoff sensorNot listed
Parallel capableNo
EmissionsNot stated
Engine224 cc
Warranty2 years
WEN DF472 4750W Dual Fuel3,800 running W · Dual fuel · typical price $300–$500 Check price and availability

Who is it for?

The WEN DF472 4750W Dual Fuel is mostly suited to:

  • Jobsites and power tools.
1

Power output: running and starting watts

The WEN DF472 4750W Dual Fuel delivers 3,800 W continuously and up to 4,750 W for a few seconds to start motors on gasoline. On propane, the manufacturer rates it at 3,500 running watts (4,350 W starting), 8% less. It handles 13 of the 14 loads on our typical list one at a time; add up the running watts of everything you run together, plus the extra starting watts of the biggest motor.

ApplianceRunning / starting wattsWill it run?
Wi-Fi router and modem20 W / 20 W✅ Yes
CPAP (no humidifier)50 W / 50 W✅ Yes
Laptop or TV150 W / 150 W✅ Yes
Full-size refrigerator700 W / 2,200 W✅ Yes
Chest freezer500 W / 1,500 W✅ Yes
Furnace blower (1/2 HP)800 W / 2,350 W✅ Yes
Sump pump (1/2 HP)1,050 W / 2,150 W✅ Yes
Microwave (1,000 W)1,000 W / 1,000 W✅ Yes
Space heater1,500 W / 1,500 W✅ Yes
Window AC (10,000 BTU)1,200 W / 3,600 W✅ Yes
RV roof AC (13,500 BTU)1,800 W / 2,800 W✅ Yes
Circular saw1,400 W / 2,300 W✅ Yes
Well pump (1 HP, 240 V)1,000 W / 4,000 W✅ Yes
Central AC (3-ton, soft start)3,800 W / 5,500 W❌ No

Typical figures; check the label of your own appliances. One load at a time: add up everything you run together.

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2

Runtime and fuel

The fuel tank holds 4 gallons of gasoline. At half load, it runs about 11 hours on a full tank. That is about 0.36 gallon per hour at half load, or 9 gallons for a full day of running, so plan your fuel storage for a multi-day outage. On propane, a standard 20 lb tank holds about 4.7 gallons of LP; propane does not go stale, which makes it the easiest fuel to stock.

Fuel tank4 galgasoline
At 50% load11 hoursmanufacturer figure
Fuel per day≈ 9 gal24 h at half load
3

Noise level

The manufacturer does not publish a noise figure for this model. Open-frame generators of this size typically run around 70 to 76 dB(A) at 23 feet; our noise score treats a missing figure as below average.

4

Can you connect it to your house?

Its panel offers 2 × 120 V household outlets (5-20R), L14-30R 30 A 120/240 V twist-lock, 12 V DC outlet. The L14-30R outlet supplies 120/240 V, which is what a manual transfer switch or an interlock kit with a power inlet box connects to, installed by a licensed electrician. Never backfeed the house through a wall outlet.

5

Start type, CO shutoff and warranty

It starts with a recoil (pull) cord. The manufacturer does not list a CO shutoff sensor: be strict about placement, 20 feet from the house with the exhaust pointed away. The warranty runs 2 years (residential use).

6

Typical price $300–$500: good value per watt?

Relative to its running watts, the WEN DF472 4750W Dual Fuel scores 8.5/10 on value: a good result. Generator prices on Amazon move a lot, especially before hurricane season: check the current price before you buy.

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Our verdict on the WEN DF472 4750W Dual Fuel

The WEN DF472 4750W Dual Fuel scores 6.9/10 and ranks 105th out of 174 generators analyzed. Its strengths: 120/240 V L14-30R receptacle for a transfer switch; 4-gallon tank rated 11 hours at 50% load. It is best suited to jobsites and power tools.

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Frequently asked questions

Will the WEN DF472 4750W Dual Fuel run a refrigerator?

Yes: its 3,800 running watts and 4,750 starting watts cover a full-size fridge, including the compressor's startup surge.

Can the WEN DF472 4750W Dual Fuel power a house?

It can back up the essentials through a transfer switch or interlock kit connected to its L14-30R outlet.

How long does the WEN DF472 4750W Dual Fuel run on a tank?

About 11 hours at half load according to the manufacturer.

Does the WEN DF472 4750W Dual Fuel run on propane?

Yes, it is dual fuel: 3,500 running watts on propane.

Is the WEN DF472 4750W Dual Fuel quiet?

The manufacturer does not publish a noise rating.

WEN DF472 4750W Dual Fuel3,800 running W · Dual fuel · typical price $300–$500 Check best price

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