Calculate Watts for Generator

Calculate Watts for Generator - Be Exact

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@MyGuyKirby Ай бұрын

Great real life exposure to power shortages, thanks for making this and the new preparedness channel. Please do touch on the subject of winter issues without power.

@aussie2uGA Ай бұрын

Loving these preparedness videos. Hope you'll touch upon the "small" generator but still needing 240V to start a well pump so the house can receive water. This was a big issue in Helene when everyone only had 120V solutions.

@HowTowithDoc Ай бұрын

Yes, we will

@GardenAquaticsReMix Ай бұрын

Great info. Thank you.Thanks Doc !! Looking forward to the next video.

@douglasbarnhart3324 Ай бұрын

Thanks Doc !! Looking forward to the next video.

@tedhall1391 Ай бұрын

Thanks for all the time and info your vidio's provide. The link to the window air conditioner is no longer working. Please provide the model number of the unit you recommend.

@raulsanchez4493 Ай бұрын

Thanks for all the great info you put out. I’ve learned so much from my KZbin dad 😂

@2005Pilot Ай бұрын

Looking forward to the new Generator!

@treytudor6206 Ай бұрын

Maybe someone has already touched on this: most electrical devices have data plates on them with all the info you need to determine load requirements. You'll generally find voltage, amps, and sometimes watts all together. In the case of say, a refrigerator, the wattage may show 400-600 watts (for example), but this does NOT take into account the inrush current of starting the compressor motor from a standstill. This is also known as Locked Rotor Current and can be 4 to 6 times the run amps for a brief period of time. It can, however, trip something if too much load is already being utilized elsewhere. Just FYI....

@rogersmith5503 Ай бұрын

@treytudor6206 that's usually in micro seconds and you need to understand that to match the spike time the circuit breaker is rated at. Exceed the breaker spike time and current and you'll trip the breaker every time.

@HowTowithDoc Ай бұрын

They get confusing and often don't provide an accurate test of running wattage we have found. I was going to address that but forgot.

@1125-CD Ай бұрын

@@HowTowithDochow can we speak to you over the phone to ask you questions on how to setup something similar to what you did on the power backups in another video. There are things like discord that allows you to chat via video without giving phone numbers and or any other personal information. This would be a great way for you to work with someone from time to time that is looking to seek a consulting services from you. We are looking to do something similar to what you did with the outdoor power box that allows you to switch from generator to the battery power station. Just hope to speak with you to seek how you went about it in more detail as well as show you our situation to see if you can help us dial this in. Thanks

@mikehouser5430 Ай бұрын

Good information

@rogersmith5503 Ай бұрын

Keep in mind when measuring a refrigerator the motor need to be supplying freezer and refrigerator to get max current

@HowTowithDoc Ай бұрын

Correct... leave both open for 10 minutes... move down the temps on both... then start. Use the MAX button and let run.

@captainbill3279 Ай бұрын

DOC, Great video but what about the communications device. Since I'm a ham, licensed FCC commercial coms license and USCGAUX license wondering what your coms device is.

@adamghazal9204 Ай бұрын

Thanks Doc

@sagmeister2234 Ай бұрын

Great info. Thank you.

@sideler7057 8 күн бұрын

Hi Doc, I'm considering buying the same generator you have in the video (slightly different rating because it's newer presumably). Champion 9000-Watt Electric Start Gasoline Powered Open Frame Inverter. Do you have an electric water heater pulling 4500 watts and have you tested it on that? I bought another brand generator and it can't handle the abrupt 4500 Watt load even though it's rated to.

@HowTowithDoc 8 күн бұрын

Yes, but sometimes if it's in ECO mode it might be a problem. Suggest turning off water heater and only turn it on a few times a day when needed.

@philbrown7197 Ай бұрын

Doc do you use an Anker system as well?

@HowTowithDoc Ай бұрын

Yes, we'll be showing Anker, Eco Flow and more

@rogersmith5503 Ай бұрын

Usually look at the motor spec will show current max current draw

@jamesmcgarity614 13 күн бұрын

Why can't I find the links

@donaldrichard1050 Ай бұрын

What’s up Doc 😂 Sorry couldn’t resist… 🙋‍♂️ what are your maintenance recommendations for a 22KW generac generator? We have natural gas feeding it so fuel not option. IS it necessary to change oil every year regardless if you use it for period of time or just for weekly test. Also, should I do a “load” test yearly on my unit? Thanks for all these helpful videos. Happy Halloween 👻

@aussie2uGA Ай бұрын

Yearly oil change is an absolute, just like in a car not used much. Oil is still slightly hygroscopic which means it absorbs moisture. Not as quickly as brake fluid but an annual change is still best for longevity of the motor.

@lmdetect Ай бұрын

I'm really hoping that you will dive into generator cords. Gage and length of cord.

@chadcochran4654 Ай бұрын

Would it be safe to say, if I have a soft start on my HVAC, and my big generator will run them, then maybe that is all my large generator should be used for and I should concentrate on smaller more efficient generators to run the rest of the house? Of course if I am running the large generator might as well run everything else off of that so maybe I should look into the window units and run those off a smaller generator. Hmmm now what do I do with my big one?

@HowTowithDoc Ай бұрын

We'll cover that.

@spyderzill Ай бұрын

Off topic doc, but what do you do about mice on your farm ??????

@HowTowithDoc Ай бұрын

Hawks

@traviswright2174 Ай бұрын

Check to see if one side of the splitter is x10 and the other x1

@HowTowithDoc Ай бұрын

Same side used

@bensexton254 Ай бұрын

Okay I want to see this new generator

@thufir8055 Ай бұрын

I'm not a fan of gas generators. The fire risk and more hazards of fuel storage are not worth it to me. If you are going to run a liquid fuel, look at diesel generators. Diesel generators are more fuel efficient that gas as a diesel motor is load based. I'm lucky enough to have natural gas connection to my home and that is what I use. Also, max current isn't just when the motor is running. You have to look at many circuits based upon power on load. While the high load is short in duration when you first apply power and turn it on, it needs to be accounted for. I also recommend hiring a good electrician to check you home electrical system. A home that's a bit older and gone through a few owners can offer a few nasty surprises like a floating ground. One last thought is that any backup power needs to be exercised on a regular basis. It does no good never test the back up. This goes for power and data. The test should be complete at least once to see how long power will last between refills.