Posted on Sun, Jun. 01, 2008
Wattage requirements for appliances
| ITEM |
WATT USAGE |
| Lights (8 x 75 watts) |
600 |
| Refrigerator |
700 |
| Box fan |
200 |
| Microwave oven (midsize) | 1,000 |
| Coffee maker |
1,000 |
| Toaster |
850 |
| TV (27 inches) |
500 |
| Radio |
100 |
| Hair dryer |
1,200 |
| Security system |
1,200 |
| Window AC (10,000 BTU) | 1,200 |
| Central AC (10,000 BTU) |
1,500 |
| Central AC (24,000 BTU) |
3,800 |
| Well pump |
1,000 |
| Electric water heater |
4,000 |
| Electric stove |
2,100 |
| Washing machine |
2,100 |
| Computer and monitor | 800 |
| Inkjet printer |
80 |
| Copier |
1,600 |
Source: Home Depot
