I am trying to determine the maximum size of an AC unit that I could safely start with the following setting without permanently turning off the switch. The SEER 10 unit with a capacity of 18,000 BTU is expected to consume about 1800 watts. But this does not explain the power surge when the compressor is turned on - I do not know how many watts it will be.
Thoughts? Do you have any recommendations for specific AC units?