Recommended generator
3,500–4,500W portable generator
- Running watts: 1,600W typical (range 1,400W–2,000W)
- Peak (starting) requirement: 3,600W (starting range 3,200W–4,500W)
- With 25% headroom: 4,500W minimum rating
⚡ 240V required — this load needs a 240V-capable generator (e.g. an L14-30R outlet). Standard 120V-only inverters cannot run it at any wattage.
Planning estimates from the sourced ranges below — check your appliance’s nameplate first. Surge model assumes staggered starts (largest motor last); see how we calculate.