Generac MEGA 2500 - Manual (Page 8)

CORD SETS FOR
RECEPTACLES
This generator is equipped with the following
receptacles:
TWO 120-VOLT, 15 AMP
RECEPTACLES
This pair of receptacles is protected against overload by
a 15-amp push-to-reset circuit breaker. Use each recep-
tacle to operate 120 volt, single phase 60 Hz, AC
electrical loads requiring up to 1800 watts (1.8 kW) at 15
amps of current. Use cord sets that are rated 125 volts
at 15 amps (or greater).
Caution: Although the generator has two 120
volt, 15 amp receptacles rated at 1800 watts
apiece, you cannot connect more than 2000
watts to the generator. Powering loads that
exceed the wattage/amperage capacity of the
generator can damage it.
DON’T OVERLOAD THE
GENERATOR
Overloading a generator in excess of its rated wattage
capacity can result in damage to generator and to con-
nected 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 volts times ampere rating to determine watts
(volts x amps = watts).
• Some electric motors, such as induction types, require
about two-and-a-half 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 gener-
ator. 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 guide below are provided to help you to
determine how many items the generator can oper-
ate at one time.
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E x t e n d e d L i f e G e n e r a t o r
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Generac Mega 2500 Extended Life Generator
RUNNING
WATTS
*Air Conditioner (12,000 Btu) ........................................1700
Battery Charger (20 amp) ...............................................500
Belt Sander (3”).............................................................1000
Chain Saw.....................................................................1200
Circular Saw (6-12/”) ..........................................800 to 1000
Coffee Maker.................................................................1000
*Compressor (1 HP)......................................................2000
*Compressor (1/2 HP)...................................................1400
Curling Iron......................................................................700
*Freezer ..........................................................................500
Disc Sander (9”) ............................................................1200
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 (1/4”)...............................................................250
Hedge Trimmer ...............................................................450
RUNNING
WATTS
*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
*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 2-1/2 times the listed watts for starting these devices.
WATTAGE REFERENCE GUIDE
Figure 9 — Connect Battery Cables
120–volt Receptacles.