USING YOUR 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.
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
Table 2 - Estimated Wattages of Common Electrical Appliances
NOTE:
Become familiar with the functions and capacity of each component on the control panel before con-
necting electrical devices. See page 24 for more information about the components of the control panel. Do not
overload generator or individual panel receptacles. Do not connect 50Hz or 3-phase loads to the generator.
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