Baker County member-owners: OTEC is accepting applications for an open seat on its Board of Directors. Applications are due by 5 p.m. Tuesday, October 13. To see the qualifications and apply: Click here.
The wattage of most appliances is usually stamped on the bottom or back of the appliance or on its nameplate. The wattage listed is the maximum power drawn by the appliance.
Average Wattage for Appliances
- Air conditioner: 3,500–5,000 W
- Blender: 300–1,000 W
- Ceiling fan: 50–100 W
- Clothes dryer: 1,800–5,000 W
- Dishwasher: 1,200–2,400 W
- Electric blanket: 50–200 W
- Hair dryer: 1,200–1,875 W
- Heater (portable): 750–1500 W
- Iron: 1,000–1,800 W
- Microwave oven: 750–1100 W
- Refrigerator: 350–780 W
- Television (42" LCD/LED): 70–200 W
- Vacuum cleaner: 500–1,500 W
- Water heater (40 gallon): 4500–5500 W
