Wondering if my home's electrical system can handle a 15 amp machine like this.....or if I should just settle for the 13.5 amp model. Any thoughts?
937384
Most homes have 15 or 20 amp breakers so you should be fine with the 15. Make sure to get 15 amp cold weather extension cord so it stays flexible I the cold.
937385
If you have anything else on that 15 amp circuit, it could trip the breaker. I always plug mine into a dedicated 20 amp circuit, so if you don't have one I would go with the 13.5 model.
937386
The key is your extension cord. Be sure you use one that's rated for 15 amps or you are risking burning out the motor.
937387
I have had no problem running this machine while plugged into the wall in my garage and clearing my driveway
937388
I have not had any issues off a basic outlet from my garage. I just used my snowblower for the first time over the weekend and I am very impressed by how powerful it is for such a small machine. It handled the 8 inchese at the end of my drivemay with no issues (takign in half chunks). Great little machine!
937389
A couple thoughts. If you know what outlet in your garage you are going to use, you could find the corresponding breaker in your breaker box. It will say a number on the circuit breaker. Probably 15 or 20. ( this would tell you the size of wire going to that outlet)If it is 15 you run the risk of tripping the breaker. So buy the 13.5 amp or choose a different outlet on a 20 amp circuit. If the outlet is on 20 amp circuit, go with the bigger model
1028673
I run it on a 15 amp circuit and haven't had any problems with it. I hope this helps.
968893
I didn't find the amps listed anywhere but the wattage is listed at 1500 and it is a 110 (115) volt. Amps = Watts/volts or Amps = 1500/115 or 13 amps. Does that sound right?
1371647
My son in law is a building electrician.I asked him the same question when I bought the 8 amp.He said to get as far away as you can from the 5.9 amp motor.The 8 amp is a very good price and you won't find it on ebay because I looked. If you can afford the 10 amp get that one.You do not want to deal with the switch getting warm.That 8 amp switch I bought is working beautifully.You will burn up the 6 amp switch!!!
1309785
I would not load it to the max due to overheating which is what takes out the tranformers so I would use 13 no more than 14. Max watt 60-70.
1945381
i use mine on a daily basis on a 15 amp breaker and its alright .. but if u run it at the max setting for to long the breaker is gonna be popping every 5 min (hot welds )
403799
The unit says it will handle 15 amps at 120 volt which is 1,800 watts. My only issue with the unit is it cannot be used with a thermostatically controlled device. That fact is only mentioned on the paperwork enclosed in the package. Good luck !
1817609
I looked at several sites that discussed this. A 14 gauge 100 ft. cord can handle 13 amps. You may wish to go to a 12 gauge cord just to be on the safe side.
562253
Standard 15 amp out is fine. That's what I have mine plugged into without issue.
346404
They seem to handle between 1 - 1.5 amps no problem. Going over 2 you might fry it. You can also check out this load test video on youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DYf7qKuZF_I
1205630
Elsewhere it states the unit draws 13 amps or about 1500-1600 watts, three time the capacity of your 'converter'. Plus, it this is an electronic converter rather than a real transformer, it won't work with a motor, only a resistance load. So it sounds as if you're out of luck on two counts.
2118916
The MLCS 9400 should work, but as a general rule, it's not a good idea to run a device at it's maximum rating, in this case 15 amps. I would suggest buying the MLCS 9410 which is rated at 20 amps just to be on the safe side.
1229158
Impossible to answer this question. Either you bought a 13.5 amp or a 15 amp. Since I only bought one snow blower, I could not possibly have any idea how it compares to the other model.
358896
Hi, Works great on my 113.xxx Craftsman 1hp tablesaw. I ordered two because I am sure I will find a use for another. P.S.........I wouldn't be too concerned about the router HP rating. I think it will handle it. The max on a 15 am circuit is ....15 amps and I am sure the router is less than that.
462128
Ohms law says amps X Volts = Watts, So with the information provided the compressor runs on 120 volts at 15 amps will be 1800 watts. However when this compressor motor starts under a load I'll bet it spikes upwards of 20 amps probably around 30 amps so if your going to use a power inverter to run this compressor better be a good one ! At least 3600 watts at the minimum
1512011
Unfortunately it uses a 15 amp plug (standard No. American), but you can always contact the manufacturer to see if they make one for 13 amps.
308188
Can't say about saw but when my AC unit kicks in, the genny pops the throttle and everything just keeps humming at the higher speed. 2400 watt is peak. 15 amp is 2000 watt which is what this generator is rated for. Personally, is look a little bigger if this is the most common use. I like buffer room....your right at spec