What is the max HP electric motor the unit will start
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Horsepower can be converted into watts by remembering 1 HP = 746.70 watts. Doing the math, 3250/746.7 = 4.35 HP. But remember, there is inrush current on a motor, the normal extra current it takes to get a motor started. I'd say the best you can probably truly expect this generator to handle is maybe a 3 HP motor. Hope that helps. Ron
1833256
The motor is 1/2 HP as stated on its label. The label also states 0.4 KW which is about 1/2 HP as well.
2112457
This is a high speed machine. The company site gives the following specs: 120 volts, 1/2 Hp, 60 HZ, 3400 Rpm
7218
as you know this info. isn't published. i would not worry about up to 12 amps. if you can switch your load over to 220 volts, you will reduce your amp. draw by half. this is just the voice of experience speaking. if you need more, i would e mail packard and ask them
1781878
that's what I saw also. I submitted my question to Poulan support via their email link on Jan 18th but have not received a response yet; will post here when/if I get one. I've tried to find a local hardware store that carries this model so that I could look at it but no luck. Its kind of confusing because there is also an ES350 model which is advertised as 3.5 hp. Also, on my 400E the part number on the motor housing lists it as 16" chain and bar which it isn't.
2068862
It's for 110VAC 60hz input, Max Load: Flourescent: 400W/3.3A, Tungsten: 500w/4.1A, Motor: 1/8 HPAs stated on the unit.
1936684
Electric motors are rated at sustained load (greater than 60 seconds), so on start-up the motor can draw more than double the rated load. I believe that the initial start would exceed the load rating for the inverter. The sustained load (running load) of the vac is approx 600 watts, so the starting load could be higher than 1200 watts for a short period of time (a second or two). I believe that it would overload the inverter. I would look of a 1500 watt inverter for that type of load.
812268
Just barely. The sticker on it said the max amperage is 17.4 amps x 115 volts = 2001watts. I would go with a larger unit so you don't burn something out. I run with a 3500 and it does good but you have to be carfull not to run any other high power appliance with it.
1958450
Thank you for contacting CPO! This item has 1 3/4 HP. It is a 115 / 230V item. The amperage on the motor is 15 / 7 Amp. If we can be of further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.Sincerely,CPO Customer Care 800-714-0918 www.CPOoutlets.com
1817239
I am not sure but I ran it for 2 hours with load continuously at 75% speed, the motor was not even warm to the touch.
790431
Huh, try this model Powermate PM0497000.04 Powermate PM0497000.04 8,750 Watt 389cc 13HP Honda GX390 Gas Powered Portable Generator My experience with lawn mowers with Honda motors is they start every first pull & run forever. But this is an electric start generator, I don't use it weekly, maybe 2 - 3 times a year. If I start it monthly, I'll know if it works or not & fix it.
947539
This is an electric chainsaw and so hp doesn't apply. As far as amps it runs on 14 amps. Only concern with electric saws is if extension cord is use it should be of proper length and guage. I burned up one motor with undersized cord but since using proper cord have had no problems. HP is associated with gas chainsaws.
1214229
I have the 3 hp motor. It runs on 220 volts and utilizes a 30amp plug. My electrician installed 20 amp breakers and I have had no problems.Unfortunately, there is nothing in the manual that covers this.
989922
9.6X120=1152, so it will "Run" it. but depending on the startup torque, it may not "start" it. Max startup torque of an electric motor could be 3X the run rating. It might work, and/or you might need some startup capacitors on the motor.
1695167
I am only DIY so don't have all info. The starter 497596 is for smaller 18-20 HP range. In visiting Briggs OEM website (such as Jacks Small Engines) the 580447 offers 3 different starters - 0.8 Red Label, 1.0 Green or Blue Label, and 1.2 KW Brown or Purple Label. You will need your full Model # including type such as 580447-0105-E1 and see which starter you need.
385577
About 6 amps is average for a 1/3 hp motor operating at 120 volt. Its a good idea to have it on a dedicated circuit or a circuit thats " known" not to have alot of load on it.
1079310
Motor Power (HP) 5Motor Phase 1Motor Voltage (V.) 230Prewired Voltage (V.) 230Motor Current (Amps.) 27I suppose you could get away with a dual 30A breaker. I have mine hook up to a dual 40A breaker