Plugging electrical appliances into an electrical outlet is incredibly convenient and economical. But did you know that it can also pose certain risks?
Plugging in high-wattage appliances or overloading the outlet can actually lead to serious problems. It can damage household appliances, cause power outages, and even start fires! How can I be so sure?
Well, simply because it happened to me. I can say that since then I have been extremely careful about what I do… Discover 9 devices you should never plug into an electrical outlet.
First, check the maximum power of the outlet.
Before we give you the list of electrical appliances that should not be plugged in, you should know one thing. All electrical outlets have a maximum power they can handle, indicated on the power cord.
So, the first thing you should do before plugging in your electrical appliances is to check this information. Then it’s very easy. You just need to add up the power rating of each device plugged into the outlet.
How can I find out the power of a specific device, you might be wondering?
Just like with the socket, this information is printed on each electrical appliance. Let me give you a concrete example. Imagine that your socket has a maximum power of 3500 W. If you plug in your oven (2500 W), your vacuum cleaner (800 W) and your kettle (250 W) at the same time, you will exceed 3500 W (2500 + 800 + 250) = 3550 W. There is only one solution in this specific case.
Unplug one of the electrical appliances from the socket to lower the current below its maximum power level. Otherwise, it can be very dangerous. Now let’s look at all the appliances that should not be plugged into a socket.
The oven is undoubtedly one of the most energy-intensive household appliances. Even if you don’t use it regularly, you definitely shouldn’t plug it into a socket!
It is best to have a separate outlet to avoid the risk of dangerous overheating.
2. The refrigerator
So I understand what you mean. The refrigerator is not the most energy-intensive appliance. Since it is not too energy-intensive, we think it is okay.
You can easily plug it into an extension cord. No, no! Let’s not forget that a refrigerator draws power 24/7 from the socket. So plugging this type of appliance into an extension cord is out of the question. And I’m talking about refrigerators, but freezers are also included.
3. The washing machine
