Honda Power Equipment TPG-7000H-DXE, TPG-2900H-DX Tsurumi’s Operation, Service, and Repair Manual

Tsurumi’s Operation, Service, and Repair Manual

Electrical loads such as incandescent lamps and hot plates require the same wattage to start as need- ed to maintain use.

Loads such as fluorescent and mercury lamps require 1.2 to 2 times the indicated wattage to start. Electric motors require a large starting current. Power requirements depend on the type of motor and its use. Once enough “surge” is attained to start the motor, the appliance will require only 50% to 30% of the wattage to continue running.

CAUTION:

• Check motor starting current and power factor carefully.

Most electrical tools require 1.2 to 3 times their wattage for running. For example, the 5,000 watts gen- erated could power an 1800-watt to a 4000-watt electric drill.

Loads such as submersible pumps and air compressors require a very large force to start. They need 3 to 5 times the wattage needed to maintain the tool in order to start. For example, a 5,000 watt gen- erator would only be able to drive a 1,000 watt to 1,700 watt pump.

NOTE:

The wattage chart (Table 4) is a guide only. Refer to your specific appliance for correct wattage.

To determine the total wattage required for operating a particular electrical appliance or tool, multiply the wattage figure of the appliance/tool by the tool’s amperage (amps). The voltage and amperage (amps) information can usually be found on a data plate or label, which is normally attached to elec- tric appliances and tools.

Table 4

Wattage Chart

		Applicable Wattage (w)
Applicable Wattage (W)	TPG-2900H-DX	TPG-4300H-DX	TPG-6000H-DX	TPG-7000H-DXE
	60 Hz	60 Hz	60 Hz	60 Hz
Incandescent Lamp, Heater	2000	3300	4500	5300
Fluorescent Lamp, Mercury Lamp	1200	1900	2800	3100
Electric Tool	1200	1900	2800	3100
Pump, Compressor	500	700	1000	1500

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