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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