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The chart below lists common household appliances
and electrical devices that you might want to consider
when computing your power needs. Add together total
wattage of all appliances to determine the kW of the
generator you need. Things to remember:
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the initital start-up of the generator requires
three times the power than the actual run load
of the unit |
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appliances with different setting options (ie:
hairdryer, iron) will have a wattage range that
must be taken into account |
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actual wattage demand of your appliances will
vary slightly between brands |
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the average wattage listed is an approximation
only; it is best to double-check your calculations
by calling our office. |
| Homeowner
Sizing Chart |
| Appliances |
Average
Wattage |
| Air Conditioner
(single unit) |
1,000 - 3,000
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| Central Air
|
4,000 - 10,000
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| Clothes Dryer
|
4,600 - 8,000
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| Coffee
Maker |
600
- 1,500 |
| Computer |
700 |
| Dishwasher |
1,200 |
Furnace (oil
or gas; low end/forced hot air;
high end) |
1,200 - 2,000
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| Hair Dryer
|
500 - 1,500
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| Iron |
600 - 1,200
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| Light Bulbs |
Number of bulbs
x wattage |
| Microwave |
700 - 1,500
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| Radio |
300 |
| Stove Range
(per burner) |
1,500 |
| Refrigerator/Freezer |
1,200 |
| Sump Pump |
1,500 |
| Television |
500 |
| Toaster |
450 - 1,200
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| Water Heater
|
1,000 - 6,000
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| Washing Machine |
400 - 1,000
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| Well Pump (deep
well; low end/shallow well; high end) |
1,200 - 3,500
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