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should be listed somewhere on the device or in its instruction manual. If this wattage cannot be found,
calculate it by multiplying the Voltage requirement by the Amperage drawn:
Watts = Volts x Amperes
If these specifications are not available, estimate the wattages requirement of the device by using the
chart in next page.
When the rated wattage requirement of each electrical device has been determined, add these numbers to
find the total rated wattage needed. If this number exceeds the rated wattage of the generator, DO NOT
connect all these devices. Select a combination of electrical devices, which have a total rated wattage
lower than or equal to the rated wattage of the generator.
CAUTION: The generator can run at its surge wattage capacity for only a short time. Connect electrical
devices requiring a rated (running) wattage equal to or less than the rated wattage of the generator. Never
connect devices requiring a rated wattage equal to the surge wattage of the generator. This can trip the
circuit protectors (circuit breakers).
Tool or appliance
Rated watts
Additional surge watts
Electric water heater (40 Gal)
4000
0
Hot plate
2500
0
Radial arm saw
2000
2000
Electric stove (each element)
1500-2800
0
Circular saw
1500
1500
Air compressor (1 HP)
1500
3000
Window air conditioner
1200
1800
Miter saw
1200
1200
Microwave
1000
0
Well water pump
1000
1000
Reciprocating saw
960
1040
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
100
0
Common light bulb
75
0
Estimated wattage requirements of common electrical devices
Note: The above wattage figures are estimates. Check the wattage listed on the electrical device before
consulting this chart. Once the electrical devices that will be powered by the generator have been
determined, connect these devices.
CAUTION: Do not connect 50Hz loads to the generator.