Tool or Appliance Rated (Running) Watts Surge (Starting) Watts
Hot plate 2500 0
Electric stove (each element) 1500-2800 0
Saw - circular 1500 1500
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
USING THE GENERATOR
The chart below serves as a reference
for the estimated wattage requirements of common electrical de-
vices.
However, 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.
Once the total wattage of your electronic device(s) have been calculated, follow the instructions on
the following pages to properly connect the device(s) to the generator.
Fig. 13 -
Estimated wattage requirements of common electrical devices
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