Generac 11400 manual DON’T Overload the Generator, Running Watts

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Generac Portable Products PP5000T Generator

DON’T OVERLOAD THE GENERATOR

Overloading a generator in excess of its rated wattage capacity can result in damage to the generator and/or connected electrical devices. Observe the following, to prevent overloading the unit:

Add up the total wattage of all electrical devices to be connected at one time. This total should NOT be greater than the generator’s wattage capacity.

The rated wattage of lights can be taken from light bulbs. The rated wattage of tools, appliances and motors can usually be found on a data plate or decal affixed to the device.

If the appliance, tool or motor does not give wattage, multiply 120 Volts times ampere rating to determine watts (volts x amps = watts).

Some electric motors, such as induction types, require about three times more watts of power for starting than for running. This surge of power lasts for only a few seconds when starting such motors. Be sure you allow for this high starting wattage when selecting electrical devices to connect to your generator. First figure the watts needed to start the largest motor. Add to that figure the running watts of all other connected loads.

Items in the wattage reference guide (Figure 10) are provided to help you to determine how many items the generator can operate at one time.

Figure 10 — Wattage Reference Guide

 

RUNNING WATTS

*Air Conditioner (12,000 Btu)

1700

Battery Charger (20 amp)

500

Belt Sander (3”)

1000

Chain Saw

1200

Circular Saw (6-1/2”)

800 to 1000

Coffee Maker

1000

*Compressor (1 HP)

2000

*Compressor (3/4 HP)

1800

*Compressor (1/2 HP)

1400

Curling Iron

700

*Freezer

500

Disc Sander (9”)

1200

Edge Trimmer

500

Electric Nail Gun

1200

Electric Range (one element)

1500

Electric Skillet

1250

*Furnace Fan (1/3 HP)

1200

Hair Dryer

1200

Hand Drill (1”)

1100

Hand Drill (1/2”)

750 to 1000

Hand Drill (3/8”)

500

Hand Drill (1/4”)

250

Hedge Trimmer

450

 

RUNNING WATTS

Impact Wrench

500

*Jet Pump

800

Lawn Mower

1200

Light Bulb

100

Microwave Oven

700

*Milk Cooler

1100

Oil Burner on Furnace

300

Oil Fired Space Heater (140,000 Btu)

400

Oil Fired Space Heater (85,000 Btu)

225

Oil Fired Space Heater (30,000 Btu)

150

*Paint Sprayer, Airless (1/3 HP)

600

Paint Sprayer, Airless (handheld)

150

Radio

50 to 200

*Refrigerator

600

Slow Cooker

200

*Submersible Pump (1-1/2 HP)

2800

*Submersible Pump (1 HP)

2000

*Submersible Pump (1/2 HP)

1500

Sump Pump

600

*Table Saw (10”)

1750 to 2000

Television

200 to 500

Weed Trimmer

500

* Allow 3 times the listed watts for starting these devices.

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Contents PP5000T Contents Safety RulesEquipment Description Grounding Wing Nut Grounding GeneratorKnow Your Generator SpecificationsWheel KIT Installation Before Starting UnitAdd Oil Add Gasoline Operating GeneratorStarting the Engine No ChokeConnecting Electrical Loads Cold Weather OperationStopping the Engine Volt, 20 Amp Duplex Receptacle ReceptaclesVolt, 30 Amp Locking Receptacle 120/240 Volt, 20 Amp Locking ReceptacleRunning Watts DON’T Overload the GeneratorStorage Instructions General Maintenance RecommendationsTroubleshooting Schematic & Wiring Diagram Qty Description Wheel KIT Exploded View & Parts ListUnit Exploded View Optional Items Available Accessories Not IllustratedCompany Limited Warranty for Portable Generators