Using The Generator - Wen 56202i Manual

2000w inverter generator

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DETERMINING ELECTRICAL LOAD

Rated (Running) Wattage: 1700W. The rated wattage is the wattage that the generator can produce on a con-

tinuous basis. The total running wattage requirement of the electrical devices connected to the generator should not

exceed the rated wattage of 1700W.

Surge Wattage: 2000W. The surge wattage is the maximum amount of power the generator can produce for an

extremely short period of time (seconds). Many electrical devices such as refrigerators require short bursts of extra

power in addition to the rated wattage listed by the device to start their motors. The surge wattage ability of the gen-

erator covers this extra power requirement.

The wattage of each electrical device should be listed 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 Am-

peres. The chart below serves as an estimated reference. However, do not solely rely on this chart - all electronics

and appliances are built differently. These are not standard wattages across the board, only estimations. Always

check the wattage listed on the electrical device before consulting this chart.

Tool or Appliance

Saw - circular

Air compressor (1 HP)

Window air conditioner

Saw - miter

Microwave

Well water pump

Saw - reciprocating

Sump pump

Refrigerator freezer

Furnace blower

Computer

Electric drill

Television

Deep freezer

Garage door opener

Stereo

Box fan

Clock radio

Security system

DVD player / VCR

Common light bulb