Wattage and power, Caution, Using the 120 volt, 30 amp outlet – Sears 580.32601 User Manual

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1. Unplug, disconnect, or turn OFF all electrical loads. Let the engine run for a few minutes to

cool.

2. Set the Start/Stop switch to STOP position. Do not leave unit until engine has come to a com­
plete stop.

WATTAGE AND POWER

Watts is a measure of electrical POWER. In most cases, approximate watts can be found by

multiplying VOLTS times AMPS. For example, if a certain appliance requires 10 amps of current
at 120 volt:

WATTS = VOLTS

X

AMPS

WATTS = 120

X

10

WATTS = 1200

STOPPING THE ENGINE

That particular appliance requires approximately 1200 watts for its operation.

USING THE 120 VOLT, 15 AMP OUTLETS

CAUTION

Make sure extension cords are large enough. Read CORD SETS FOR 120 VOLT IS AMP
OUTLETS on Page 11.___________________________________________________________

Each of these outlets is rated at a maximum

capacity of 15 amps, or 1800 watts. Do not at­
tempt to run equipment requiring more than

15 amps or 1800 watts of power. Do not at­
tempt to run 240 volt equipment from either
outlet.

USING THE 120 VOLT, 30 AMP OUTLET

120 VOLT, 15 AMPS

1800 WATTS

120 VOLT, 15 AMPS

1800 WATTS

A 3'prong, 30 amp connector plug for this outlet is shipped with the alternator. {See PARTS

SHIPPED WITH ALTERNATOR on Page 5.) The plug must be connected to a suitable cord set
(see Page 12.)

The outlet has a 30 amp or 3600 watt capacity.

Do not attempt to run equipment requiring
more than 30 amps or 3600 watts from the
outlet.

To plug the connector plug into the outlet,

line up prongs and insert plug. Then twist
plug clockwise to lock.

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