Can a 2000 watt generator run a portable air conditioner?

A 2000 watt generator won't be able to power your hot water heater. A 2000 watt handle the load of a 15000 BTU RV air conditioner with a higher starting wattage capacity could let you run a 10,000 BTU window air conditioner during a summer blackout. Once it is running, you have roughly 1800 watts left to work with.

Similarly, you may ask, what size generator do I need to run a portable air conditioner?

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Buying a Portable RV Generator.

Size of Air Conditioner	Approximate Starting Watts	Approximate Running Watts
13,500 btu	2800-3000W	1500-2000W
15,000 btu	3300-3500W	1300-1800W

One may also ask, how many watts does a portable air conditioner use? For objective numbers, compare Frigidaire's portable AC to the company's window unit with the same capability—8,000 BTUs to cool 350 square feet. The window unit uses 6.2 amps and 708 watts in cool mode. The portable, 8 amps and 895 watts.

Just so, can I run a portable air conditioner on a generator?

Most portable generators can handle at least a 6,000 BTU air conditioner, which needs between 500 and 600 watts. Even a 1,000 watt rated output generator will be adequate. You just can't plug in additional loads that, when added to the requirements of the air conditioner, will exceed the generator's surge rating.

What can you run on a 2000 watt inverter generator?

In layman's terms, a 2000 watt generator can run almost any small household, RV or recreational appliances, including:

Portable light source.
Small space heater.
Coffee maker.
Microwave oven.
Modern fridge with a freezer.
Laptop.
TV.
VCR / DVD Player.

39 Related Question Answers Found

How many watts does it take to run a 3 ton air conditioner?

3500 watts

What size generator do I need to run a 5000 BTU air conditioner?

Honestly to be able to run any 5000 BTU A/C at any altitude you should have a 2000 series inverter generator, at least a 1500 running watt open frame.

What can you run on a 3000 watt generator?

Below is a group of items you can run on a 3500-watt generator.

Energy saving LED or CFL lights which consume about 14 watts each.
A freezer, which on average consumes about 700 watts and needs 2100 to start.
A refrigerator which needs 2100 to start and on average consumes 700 watts.

What will a 10000 watt generator run?

A 10,000 watt generator is ideal for running a refrigerator and other kitchen appliances, even at the same time. You can also use one to power a furnace, large window air conditioning unit, and even clothes washers and dryers.

How do you hook up a portable generator to an RV?

How to Connect a Portable Generator to an RV

Drive the grounding rod into the ground at the location you wish to place the generator.
Connect the copper wire from the grounding rod to the portable generator.
Route the portable generator's exhaust away from the RV.
Plug the RV's generator connector cable into the portable generator.

Will a 900 watt generator run a 5000 BTU air conditioner?

Startup wattage for any new 5000 BTU AC will surge to 1200 watts to 1500 watts momentarily, and will average 900-1000 watts typically whenever its compressor kicks on.

What size generator do I need to run a 12000 BTU air conditioner?

Wattage / Engine / Run Time / Starting / Mobility

Appliance	Running (Rated) Watts	Additional Starting Watts
Furnace Fan Blower – 1/3HP	700	1400
Window AC – 10,000 BTU	1200	3600
Window AC – 12,000 BTU	3250	9750
Central AC – 10,000 BTU	1500	4500

Will a 2000 watt generator run a 8000 BTU air conditioner?

A 2000 watt generator won't be able to power your hot water heater. A 2000 watt handle the load of a 15000 BTU RV air conditioner with a higher starting wattage capacity could let you run a 10,000 BTU window air conditioner during a summer blackout. Once it is running, you have roughly 1800 watts left to work with.

How many watts does it take to run a 15000 BTU air conditioner?

Wattage Chart

Motorhome 5th Wheel and Camp Trailer Roof Top Air Conditioners	Watts Required for start up	Average wattage once running
7000 btu RV air conditioner	1700	600
10,000 btu RV air conditioner	2000	700
13,500 btu RV air conditioner	2750	1250
15,000 btu RV air conditioner	3500	1500

How many watts is a 6000 BTU air conditioner?

560 watts

What can I run with a 5000 watt generator?

A 5,000 watt generator is capable of running a lamp, fan, radio, television, water pump, hair dryer, portable electric heater and electric blanket. The generator is able to power any small appliance with a wattage rating below 5,000 watts.

Can a portable generator power the whole house?

Portable generators can (and should) be connected to your home's circuit breaker panel with a transfer switch or interlock device, which allows the generator to power an entire circuit rather than plugging in devices à la carte.

What size generator do I need to run my AC and refrigerator?

For example, if you want a generator to run a refrigerator and a freezer, the wattage (table 2) of the refrigerator would be 800 and the freezer would be 1,000. To select the correct size generator, you decide if both refrigerator and freezer are to start at the same time. If so, you would need (1,800 X 4) 7,200 watts.

Will a 7000 watt generator run central air?

Although a 7,000 watt generator might not be able to run a large central air conditioning system, you should know that it can easily run a sump pump, a ½ horsepower furnace and other appliances or equipment that run on an electric motor.

How many watts does it take to run a house?

Homeowners can often power most household appliances using between 3000 and 6500 watts. If your home has a smaller furnace and city water, you can generally expect that 3000-5000 watts will cover your needs. If you have a larger furnace and/or a well pump, you will likely need a 5000 to 6500 watt generator.

How many appliances can a 5500 watt generator run?

A 5500 watt generator provides approximately 45 amps, in case of 120 volts or 23 amps in case of 240 volts.

Household Appliances.

Essential Appliances	Rated (Running) Watts	Additional Surge Watts
Well Water Pump (1/2 HP)	1,000 W	2,100 W
Window AC (10,000 BTU)	1,200 W	3,600 W

How much will a portable AC raise my electric bill?

Conclusion. For normal usage and average electricity cost it's around $40 a month to run a 12,000 BTU air conditioner.