Determining the right size generator John （确定合适的大小发生器约翰）.pdf

Determining the right size generator To select an engine-driven generator, you’ll tools, or other equipment to be connected to lights, heaters, and small appliances, simply need to determine the power (kilowatt) the generator. add the nameplate ratings or see Chart 1 for requirements which must be met under average wattage requirements. For portable Check the nameplates to determine wattage. operating conditions. electric tools and equipment, check the If wattage is not shown, but amps and volts nameplate rating or use Chart 2 for average Undersizing the generator can be avoided are given, the following simplified formula requirements. If watts and/or amps are not by considering all of the loads that will be may be used: given and only the horsepower is shown, connected to the generator, and by deter- Amps x Volts = Watts use Chart 3 to determine the starting and mining the starting requirements (motor (Ex. 12.5 amps x 120 volts = 1,500 watts) running watts. start) of electric motor-operated devices. To determine kilowatts (kW), u