3) Large appliances
Whether it is a washing machine, an oven or a dryer, the average consumption of this type of appliance is very high. For example, a washing machine consumes an average of 191 kWh per year, or more depending on the model. As with the fridge or freezer, it is best to have an individual wall socket to minimise the risk of dangerous overheating.
4) Additional or electric heating
Additional heating and electric heating have no place in a power strip or extension cord. These appliances consume too much energy. In addition, these units are not designed to handle the high current flow necessary for the proper operation of this type of installation. Due to the flow of energy, the risk of overheating and fire is very high.
5) The coffee maker, will also be connected elsewhere
Small appliances can also consume a lot of energy. This is especially true for the coffee maker, which is used several times a day, with the consequent risk of overheating. Remember that this type of appliance has a resistance system so it heats much more.
6) Microwaves
Like coffee makers, microwaves have no place in your power strips, as they also consume a lot of energy. This is especially true for devices with a grill function, which consume a lot of resources.
7) Toasters
Your ally at breakfast and snack also consumes a lot of energy. It can also be dangerous to plug it into one of your power strips and thus multiply the number of connections.
Normally, the use of power strips is temporary. If you can’t do anything else, at least make sure you comply with the feeding rules and turn them off or unplug them when not in use. Also remember to place them in a visible corner and away from the curtains. And above all, replace them when they show signs of wear or are too old (old power strips do not necessarily meet safety standards). And don’t forget to dust them off: it’s not a luxury! Finally, install a smoke detector and make sure you have a fire extinguisher.
