Extension Cord Cable Size - Ryobi RGN2500 Original Instructions Manual

ELECTRICAL

EXTENSION CORD CABLE SIZE

Refer to the table below to ensure the cable size of the extension cords you use are capable of carrying the required load.
Inadequate size cables can cause a voltage drop, which can damage the appliance and overheat the cord.
Load in Watts
Current in
Amperes
At 230 V
2.5
5 1200
7.5 1800
10 2400
15 3600
20 4800
25 6000
30 7200
40 9600
ELECTRICAL MOTOR LOADS
It is characteristic of common electric motors in normal operation to draw up to six times their full load running current while
starting. This table may be used to estimate the watts required to start electric motors; however, if an electric motor fails
to start or reach running speed, turn off the appliance or tool immediately to avoid equipment damage. Always check the
requirements of the tool or appliance being used compared to the rated output of the generator.
Motor Size (H.P.) Running Watts
1/8
1/6
1/4
1/3
1/2
3/4
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Operating voltage and frequency requirement of all electronic equipment should be checked prior to plugging them
into this generator. Damage may result if the equipment is not designed to operate within a ±10% voltage variation,
and ±3 Hz frequency variation from the generator name plate ratings. To avoid damage, always have an additional
load plugged into the generator if solid state equipment (such as a television set) is used. A power line conditioner is
recommended for some solid state applications.
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6.0 mm² Wire
600 300 m
150 m
100 m
75 m
45 m
40 m
30 m
20 m
Universal
275 not applicable
275
400
450
600
850
1100 not applicable
Maximum Allowable Cord Length
4.0 mm² Wire 1.5 mm² Wire
180 m
90 m
60 m
45 m
30 m
20 m
Watts Required to Start Motor
Capacitor
850
600 850
800 1050
950 1350
1000 1800
1200 2600
3300
CAUTION
1.0 mm² Wire
120 m 75 m
60 m 40 m
40 m 30 m
30 m 15 m
20 m
Split Phase
1200
2050
2400
2700
3600
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