When and Where You Should Not Use Extension Cords
There are more don’ts than dos when it comes to using extension cords. This article will give you information about using them and the considerations you need to make while using them so that you can keep the dangers at bay. Read https://bit.ly/2AhqTYl
There are more don’ts than dos when it comes to using extension cords. This article will give you information about using them and the considerations you need to make while using them so that you can keep the dangers at bay. Read https://bit.ly/2AhqTYl
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<strong>You</strong> will rarely see light duty extension cords that are longer than 25 feet.<br />
This is because the voltage drops down before reaching the appliance.<br />
Result? The device doesn’t get enough power <strong>and</strong> will cause safety issues.<br />
This is one of the major reasons why using daisy-chain extension cords is a<br />
bad idea. Also, it is better not to install the extension power cords inside the<br />
walls as they’re unshielded <strong>and</strong> non-resistant to heat.<br />
Power Considerations<br />
It is not a good idea to use extension cords for powering high wattage<br />
applications like a hair dryer or a space heater. And several appliance<br />
manufacturers are against it as you might end up using the extension cord<br />
which electric bodies have not rated based on the appliance power. If you<br />
use the right cord, you will never face such issues.<br />
Let’s say your space heater pulls 15 amps. In this case, you will need an<br />
extension cord which can cope with 15 amps. So, you will end up buying at<br />
least a 14-gauge extension cord <strong>and</strong> sometimes cords with 11 or 12 gauge<br />
too. It is better to avoid using a light-duty extension cord which does not<br />
have the ratings for the power draw that heaters need.<br />
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