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Features
Grade
Emergency
Style
Portable
Run Watts
3,600 Rated Watts
Surge Watts
4,500
Starting Watts
Fuel
Gasoline
Engine
Caterpillar
- CAT® RP3600 Portable Generator
- Perfect for home, work and play
- 212cc CAT® OHV 4-Cycle Engine
- Fuel-efficient, durable design, with heavy-duty liners for extended life
- Manual fuel shut-off helps prevent carb problems
- Automatic Low-Oil Shutdown Protection
- Helps prevent damage to the engine in a low-oil event
- Automatic Voltage Regulator (AVR)
- Controls output to prevent damaging voltage spikes
- 4.5-Gallon Metal Fuel Tank w/ Fuel Gauge
- Provides up to 13.5 hours of run time @ 50% load
- Anticorrosion-treated design helps prevent rust
- TT-30 RV Receptacle
- Easily connect your 30A RV cord (Not Included) for your power needs
- Lighted Control Panel
- Provides easy, one-sided operation
- 4-In-1 Digital Display
- Displays voltage, frequency, running hours, & total hours
- Snap-Fit Rubber Outlet Covers
- Keeps dirt and debris out of outlets when not in-use
- All-Steel Construction
- Heavy-duty roll cage with steel side panels for added protection
- Never-Flat Wheels & Foldable, Padded Handle
- Makes this generator easy to move over uneven terrain
- Premium Muffler & USDA Approved Spark Arrestor
- Reduces noise levels & provide safer operation in dry conditions
- Includes Tool Kit & Engine Oil
- Provides everything you need to get up and running
- 3-Year Limited Warranty (Must Register within 30 Days)
- Standard 2-Year Limited Warranty if not registered within 30 days
- Non-CARB Compliant - Not For Sale In California
California residents see
Warning: This product can expose you to chemicals including Benzene which is known to the State of California to cause Cancer.
For more information go to: www.p65Warnings.ca.gov
Specifications
Plug Types
490-6488
Product Specs
Voltage
120 Single-Phase
Frequency
60 Hertz
Alternator
Brush
Auto Voltage Regulation
Yes
Rated Watts
3600 Watts
Surge Watts
4500 Watts
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Rated Amps
30 Amps
Portability Kit
Never Flat Wheels
Tank Size
4.5 Gallons
Run Time @ 50% Load
13.5 Hours
Fuel Tank Material
Metal
Fuel Gauge
Yes
Decibel Rating @ 7m
Not Measured by Mfg.
Idle Control
No
Hour Meter
Yes
Voltage Meter
Yes
Lifting Eye
No
Grade Type
Emergency
Engine
Engine Brand
Caterpillar
Starting System
Recoil Start
CC
212 CC
Consumer Engine Warranty
3 (Must register within 30 days - 2 Years if not) Years
Engine RPM
3600 RPM
Low Oil Alert/Shutdown
Yes
Cast Iron Sleeve
Yes
Overview
Assembly Required
Yes
Weight
112.2 Pounds
Certification
EPA
Made in USA
No
Consumer Warranty
3 Years
Product Length
28.4 Inches
Product Style
Portable Generator
Product Width
25.2 Inches
Product Height
23.0 Inches
UPC
815683020029
Additional Model Numbers
RP3600, 490-6488
Plugs
NEMA 5-20R - Wall-Type
2
RV Ready 30-Amp
1
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