Extension cables have become an integral part of our daily lives. Whether at home or at work, it is not uncommon for several devices to be operated at the same time. On the other hand, many vacationers use it in their motorhome. However, special care must be taken when using an extension cord. In fact, many devices should not be connected to it at the risk of causing serious damage!
Find out now which devices should not be connected to an extension cable.
These devices should not be connected to an extension cord.
Connecting devices to an extension cable.
Although useful, the extension cord can become dangerous if overloaded or used incorrectly. This can damage your devices, cause a power outage, or even cause a fire .
It is therefore better to avoid overloading your extension cord by connecting energy-consuming devices . You will find labels on all extension cords, or power strips as many people like to call them, that indicate the maximum power in watts (W) that they can support. Before you choose an extension cable, be sure to find out about its maximum power. Additionally, it is advisable to be aware of the power of the devices you are going to connect to it. If they are found to be consuming energy, do not connect them to your extension cord to avoid the risks mentioned above.
Here are the electrical devices that should not be connected to your extension cord to avoid risks
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