Extended wiring is an indispensable equipment in the home. Especially when cleaning the floor with a vacuum cleaner, you don’t have to unplug the plug and plug it in due to socket restrictions, which greatly saves time. However, Justin Cornforth, founder of the construction company Ace Home, pointed out that extended wiring is only a temporary solution. The correct and safe way to use it is that some equipment should not be inserted into extended wiring.

Which equipment should not be inserted into extended wires

Confoss, who specializes in long-range gas engineering, said that any equipment that continuously generates heat or contains a compressor cannot be inserted into extended wires; this includes small electric heaters, ovens, electric stoves, refrigerators, microwaves, air conditioners, toasters, gas fryers, dishwashers, laundry machines and other high-power household appliances.

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Confoss said that the power consumed by the appliance exceeds the extended-line safe bearing range, which may cause heat, melting and even ignition; the extended-line is suitable for lamps or chargers. If the appliance is found to emit a humming, heat or temperature drop, the plug-in should be inserted directly into the wall socket.

What should I pay attention to when using

First, the extension should be used only for temporary use, and the plug should not be inserted into the extension socket for a long time. Although according to Confoss, there may be no problem with the lamp or charger; however, he suggested that you remember to check the power of the appliance and use the correct extension.

Basically, it is possible to avoid using extended lines every day, and the equipment inserts over time to extend the length of the line. Confoss said that the longer the use time, the higher the risk, so you should not only pay attention to how to use it, but also how long it takes to use it.

He said that unless you suck your money every day, or if your child plays a game machine that needs to be extended (you must unplug the plug after use), it is not advisable to use large household appliances for daily use to extend the operation.

Confoss emphasizes that using extended wire as a permanent socket is absolutely prohibited, and worse, using multiple power sockets together. Most home appliances are not as simple as you see on YouTube videos or DIY guides, and if you are not sure whether there are safety risks, it is best to ask for help from professionals.