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The
wattages presented in this table are estimates. The actual wattage
required for your appliances can be calculated. Remember that 1kW
= 1000 watts, 2kW = 2000 watts, etc.
Running
Watts = Volts X Amps
Rule
of thumb: allow 2kW/Horse Power for appliances with motors. Some
motors can require up to 3 times the running wattage to start.
Always
use starting wattage when calculating electrical load requirements
for your generator. Select the appliances you want to operate and
add the starting wattages together to determine if they can all
be operated at the same time without exceeding the limits of your
generator. Remember that circuit breakers usually control more than
one appliance.
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