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Common electrical power consumption

To select the correct size generator for your needs you should make a list of which tools and/or appliances you intend to operate with your generator. The chart below contains approximate wattages and should give you an idea of the size generator you will need. After you make your list of devices to be used, (be sure to consider starting wattages) you will add the total watts and select the generator that can supply that amount of power.

HouseHold

Running Wattage Requirements

Starting Wattage Requirements

Coffee Maker

1750

1750

Dishwasher

1450

1800

Electric Fry Pan

1300

1300

Electric Range

6 Inch Elements

1500

1500

8 Inch Elements

2100

2100

Microwave Oven 625 watts

625

800

Refrigerator or Freezer

700

2200

Toaster 2-slice

1050

1050

Toaster 4- Slice

1650

1650

Automatic Clothes Washer

1150

2300

Clothes Dryer Gas

700

1800

Dehumidifier

650

800

Electric Blanket (queen size)

650

800

Garage Door Opener ¼hp

550

1100

Garage Door Opener 1/3 hp

725

1400

Furnace Fan 1/8 hp

500

1000

Furnace Fan 1/6 hp

750

1500

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