RIDGID RD903612 Series Operator's Manual page 15

ELECTRICAL
POWER MANAGEMENT
To prolong the life of the generator and attached devices,
it is important to take care when adding electrical loads to
the generator. There should be nothing connected to the
generator outlets before starting its engine. The correct and
safe way to manage generator power is to sequentially add
loads as follows:
1. With nothing connected to the generator, start the engine
as described later in this manual.
2. Plug in and turn on the first load, preferably the largest
load you have.
3. Permit the generator output to stabilize (engine runs
smoothly and attached device operates properly).
4. Plug in and turn on the next load.
5. Again, permit the generator to stabilize.
6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 for each additional load.
Never add more loads than the generator capacity. Take
special care to consider surge loads in generator capacity
as previously described.
NOTICE:
Do not overload the generator's capacity. Exceeding
the generator's wattage/amperage capacity may
damage the generator and/or electrical devices
connected to it.
Tool or Appliance
DIY/Job Site
Quartz Work Light (1000 Watt)
Circular Saw (Heavy Duty, 7
1/4")
Drill (1/2 inch, 5.4 amps)
Miter Saw (10")
Battery Charger (15 amp)
Reciprocating Saw
Air Compressor (1 HP)
Demolition hammer
Airless Sprayer (1/3 hp)
Radio
Fan (20" Box Fan)
*Wattages listed are approximate. Check tool or equipment for actual wattage.
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Estimated* Estimated*
Running Additional
Watts Starting Watts
1000 0
1400 2300
600 900
1800 1800
380 0
960 960
1600 4500
1260 1260
600 1200
200 0
60 200