Can I Run My Microwave And AC Unit At The Same Time On Rpod With 3,000 Watt Generator?  

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Hey Travis! I would not plan on running an RV air conditioner and microwave at the same time with the Flex Power 3,300-Watt Portable Inverter Generator # FP54FR.

The generator is rated for 3,300 starting watts and 2,700 running watts, which gives you a useful amount of power for a 30 amp camper, but RV microwaves and air conditioners are both high-draw appliances. The A/C also has startup surge when the compressor kicks on, so stacking a microwave on top of that can push the generator past its available capacity pretty quickly.

The better way to use the # FP54FR is to run one major load at a time. For example, let the A/C run by itself, then turn it off or let it cycle down before using the microwave, coffee maker, toaster, or hair dryer. If you are really wanting to keep both on at the same time, you'll need a more capable generator like the Onan 4,500-Watt # CM76MR.


What A/C and microwave models are you working with?

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