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1200 Generator
Wattage Reference Guide
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These are estimates only. Check your tool or appliance for
exact wattage requirements. The wattages listed are based on
estimated wattage requirements. For exact wattages, check the
data plate or owner's manual on the item you wish to power
using the generator.
Operating voltage and frequency requirement of all electronic
equipment should be checked prior to plugging to plugging them
into this generator. Damage may result if the equipment is not
designed to operate within a +/- 10% voltage variation, and +/- 3
Hz frequency variation from the generator specification plate
ratings.
Your Power Needs
Tool or Appliance
Running
Watts
Starting
Watts
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Total Running Watts
Highest
Starting
Watts
Total Running Watts
+ Highest Starting Watts
Item
Running
Watts
Starting
Watts
Essentials
Light Bulb
100
100
Refrigerator/Freezer
1200
2400
Sump Pump
600
1800
Well Pump 1HP
2000
4000
Water Heater
4000
Security System
180
AM/FM Radio
300
Garage Door Opener ½ HP
500
600
Battery Charger 12V
110
Heating and Cooling
Air Conditioner 12000 BTU
1700
2500
Fan
300
600
Furnace Fan 1/3 HP
1200
2000
Home Appliances
Microwave
1000
Electric Range – One Element
1500
Electric Skillet
1250
Coffee Maker
1500
Clothes Washer
1200
Entertainment
CD/DVD Player
100
Stereo Receiver
450
Television 27”
500
PC with 15” Monitor
800
Job Site
Belt Sander 3”
1000
1500
Bench Grinder 6”
700
1500
Circular Saw
1500
1500
Compressor 1 ½ HP
1000
1000
Edge Trimmer
500
500
Hand Drill ½”
1000
1000
Paint Sprayer
600
1200
Table Saw
2000
2000
