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A portable source for electricity that runs on gasoline, diesel fuel, LP gas or natural gas.
Wattage outputs range from 1,850 to 8,000 watts.
To select the right generator for your needs, total the wattage of the items you need to run at the same time. This will be the minimum wattage needed in a generator.
Most models usually include two or three different outlets or receptacles to operate 12V DC and 115V AC current as well as 240V AC current.