USING THE GENERATOR
CALCULATING THE WATTAGE OF YOUR DEVICE(S) - CONTINUED
The chart below serves as a reference for the estimated wattage requirements of common electrical devices. How-
ever, do not solely rely on this chart - all electronics and appliances are built differently. Always check the wattage
listed on the electrical device before consulting this chart.
Fig. 10 - Estimated wattage requirements of common electrical devices
Fig. 11 - Control Panel
Tool or Appliance
Rated (Running) Watts
Surge (Starting) Watts
Electric water heater (40 Gal)
4000
0
Hot plate
2500
0
Saw - radial arm
2000
2000
Electric stove (each element)
1500-2800
0
Saw - circular
1500
1500
Air compressor (1 HP)
1500
3000
Window air conditioner
1200
1800
Saw - miter
1200
1200
Microwave
1000
0
Well water pump
1000
1000
Sump pump
800
1200
Refrigerator freezer
800
1200
Furnace blower
800
1300
Computer
800
0
Electric drill
600
900
Television
500
0
Deep freezer
500
500
Garage door opener
480
0
Stereo
400
0
Box fan
300
600
Clock radio
300
0
Security system
180
0
DVD player / VCR
100
0
Common light bulb
75
0
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