What is the generator load?
The generator load is the maximum amount of energy that the generator can provide. Knowledge of the generator load is important for the safe operation of the generator and all devices that run from the generator. Generators should be purchased with a sufficiently high load to handle all appliances that will run from the generator at any time. To determine the required load of the generator, it is important to determine what level of voltage is required.
The selection of an electric generator or a gas generator with the appropriate load capacity has several advantages. During the power failure, only the appliance is continued to operate only a proper size generator. Operation under the load of the generator also means that there is no chance of overloading the system. The generator lasts longer and requires less maintenance if the size of the size that will be used for operation is correct.
Most household appliances work on 120 volts of electricity, although some domestic appliance such as clothing and kitchen dryersFurnaces could work on 240 volts. The houses are connected to special circuits that can handle the needs of 240 in the device. If any of these appliances were needed during the power failure, the generator must be able to handle this level of load. Generators without 240 in the circuit should only be considered to be purchased if it is never necessary to operate the device that needs this current level.
To determine the necessary load on the generator, it is important that one will evaluate what device will be needed in case of energy loss. Some appliances may have to run without stopping and others could only be needed occasionally. For example, the lights in the house or building may be required throughout the energy loss, but the radio, dishwasher, television and other appliances or devices may only be needed.
After the inventory is completed, it is possible to determine the maximum amount of voltagethat will be needed at any time. A generator should be purchased that is sufficient to meet the highest electrical load that will be necessary at once. It is important that while the generator is in operation, the amount of demand laid on the generator is monitored. The overload of the generator could result in damage to the generator for appliances that are connected to it.