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SOME NOTES ABOUT POWER CORDS
Long or thin cords can require more wattage from a generator to power an electrical device. Figure 6 shows the recommended cords according to
the power requirement of the electrical device. When using cords that exceed these specifications, allow for the electrical device to have a slightly
higher rated wattage requirement.
Device Requirements
Amps
2.5
5
7.5
10
15
20
25
30
40
GEN154 2000 Surge Watts/1500 Running Watts Portable Generator
Watts (120V)
Watts (240V)
300
600
600
1200
900
1800
1200
2400
1800
3600
2400
4800
3000
6000
3600
7200
4800
9600
Figure 6 - Maximum Extension Cord Lengths by Power Requirement
Max. Cord Length (ft) by Wire Gauge
#8 wire
#10 wire
#12 wire
NR
1000
600
NR
500
300
NR
350
200
NR
250
150
NR
150
100
175
125
75
150
100
60
125
65
NR
90
NR
NR
#14 wire
#16 wire
375
250
200
125
125
100
100
50
65
NR
50
NR
NR
NR
NR
NR
NR
NR
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