IBEA IB-G3500 Manual Del Usuario página 49

7. WATTAGE INFORMATION
7.1. Some appliances need a "surge" of energy/power when starting. This is commonly
known as a "LAGGING Load".
7.2. This means that the amount of electrical power needed to start the appliance may
exceed the amount needed to maintain its use
7.3. Electrical appliances and tools normally come with a label indicating voltage,
cycles/Hz, amperage (amps) and electrical power needed to run the appliance or tool.
7.4. Check with your nearest branch with questions regarding power surges of certain
appliances or power tools.
7.5. Electrical loads such as incandescent lamps and hot plates require the same watta-
ge to start as is needed to maintain their use. This is commonly known as a "LEADING
Load".
7.6. Loads such as uorescent lamps require 1.5 to 2 times the indicated wattage during
start-up.
7.7. Electrical motors require a large starting current. Power requirements depend on
the type of motor and its use. Once enough "power" is attained to start the motor, the
appliance will require only +-50% of the wattage in order to continue running.
7.8. Most electrical tools require 1.5 to 3 times their wattage for running under load
during use. Loads such as submersible pumps and air compressors require a very large
force to start. They need 3 to 5 times the normal running wattage in order to start.
NOTE: PLEASE REFER TO THE CONSUMPTION CHART AND LOAD CALCULATOR IN THE
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE BOOKLET.