Electric Generators from Honda, Generac and Porter-Cable Gas & Diesel Power Generators

With an emergency backup power system you can be prepared for a power outage and enjoy real peace of mind! Use our "Home Wattage Calculator" to determine what size backup power system is ideal for your home and family. Step 1 of 2 - How Much Power Do You Need?
	Appliance	Rated Watts	Surge Watts
	Survival Appliances
	Enter # of light bulbs	75 each	75 each
	Refrigerator/Freezer	500	2000
	Sump Pump	800	2000
	Water Pump (1/3 HP)	1000	3000
	Heating
	Furnace Fan (1/2 HP)*	875	2300
	Electric Blanket	400	400
	Space Heater	1800	1800
	Heat Pump*	4700	12000
	Cooling
	Dehumidifier	650	800
	Attic Fan*	300	900
	Table Fan	800	2000
	Window Air Conditioner	1200	4800
	Central Air (10k BTU)*	1500	6000
	Central Air (24k BTU)*	3800	15000
	Central Air (40k BTU)*	6000	24000
	Family Room
	Computer	300	300
	CD Player	100	100
	VCR	100	100
	Radio	100	100
	Television	300	300
	Receiver	420	420
	Kitchen
	Microwave	800	800
	Blender	300	900
	Coffee Maker	1500	1500
	Electric Range (1 element)	1500	1500
	Toaster (2-slice)	1000	1600
	Dishwasher (Hot Dry)	1500	3000
	Electric Oven	3410	3410
	Laundry Room
	Iron	1200	1200
	Washing Machine	1150	3400
	Gas Clothes Dryer	700	2500
	Electric Clothes Dryer	5400	6750
	Other Important Items
	Security System*	500	500
	Deep Freezer	500	1000
	Hair Dryer	1200	1200
	Garage Door Opener (1/3 HP)	750	750
	Electric Water Heater*	4000	4000

* Hardwired to your home's electrical system Disclaimer: This wattage selection guide should be considered an estimating tool only. Most systems can run these items intermittently. Check the power demands of your appliances to determine whether they can be run simultaneously.

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