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Posted on Sunday, 06.01.08

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

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