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Generator Capacity and Starting Load Calculator

Sum appliance running and starting loads to estimate a generator rating.

BACKLOG-002

Generator capacity and starting load

Method and boundaries

Running and starting watts are multiplied by quantity. Simultaneity applies to running load; margin applies to the larger running or starting demand.

Fuel, harmonics, motor sequencing and code compliance are not evaluated.