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Some appliance need a ”surge” or “in rush” of power at start up. This means that the amount of electrical
power needed to start the appliance may exceed the amount needed to maintain its use. Refer to the
appliance for its maximum starting power.
Electrical appliances and tools normally come with a label indicating voltage, cycle (Hz), amperage and
electrical power needed to run the appliance or tool. If the appliance does not have this information in watts
– but does have it in voltage & amperage – simply multiply them together to get the power in watts. (Power
in watts= voltage x amperage)
Wattage information