43 | P a g eDG65M-R62Wattage Reference ChartDo not exceed your generator’s capacity: Exceeding the wattage or amperage capacity can damageyour generator and any devices attached to it.1. Identify all of the devices you would like to power by your generator at the same time.2. Calculate the total watts for all items (amps x volts = watts).3. Note that electric motors typically require substantially more wattage (2 – 3 times more) to start thedevices than the rated wattage required to run the devices.Below is a chart to help you estimate the required wattage for starting and running appliances:WATTAGE CHARTAppliance Running Wattage Startup WattagePortable Heater 1500 1800Small Refrigerator 500 2000Television 400 0Microwave 750 0Air Conditioner (20,000 BTU) 3300 0Coffee Maker 1200 0Furnace Fan 1100 2000Refrigerator/Freezer 1200 30003/8” Hand Drill 500 7507 ¼” Circular Saw 1500 1900