Kitchen
Chest freezer running watts and starting watts
Use these values as a planning range only. The conservative default for chest freezer is 150 W running and 900 W starting.
| Load type | Low | Default | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Running watts | 80 W | 150 W | 500 W |
| Starting watts | 400 W | 900 W | 1,600 W |
Source note
DOE freezer references and manufacturer nameplates; default keeps margin for older or garage-kept units.
Never operate a fuel-burning generator indoors, in a garage, on a porch, or near open windows. Use a listed transfer switch or interlock installed by a qualified electrician for home wiring, and verify actual device nameplates before buying equipment.
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