Do you know that you should NEVER to connect an electric heater to a power strip?
With the temperatures dropping, it's something you can easily do to keep yourself warmer.
But please note this:plugging an electric heater into a power strip is dangerous .
The danger is the risk of overheating that this entails.
And in this case, unfortunately, the fire is never far away...
I insist on this point:in the event of overheating, the power strip can literally catch fire.
As you can imagine... Fire can quickly spread throughout the house.
You can easily imagine the damage...
It is against this risk that these firefighters have launched an alert on their Facebook and give their advice to avoid this. Explanations:
"You shouldnever plug a heater on a power strip.
These units are not designed to handle the high current flow needed for a heater and can overheat or even catch fire due to the extra flow of energy. »
In other words, power strips are not suitable for supporting electric heaters.
And this concerns electric radiators, but also all small auxiliary heaters.
Personally, I was not aware that such a risk of fire existed.
Many Internet users have shared their experiences.
And they notably testified to fires starting due to the misuse of power strips.
In general, experts advise not to plug other electrical devices into the same socket as a radiator.
This is also what the English newspaper The Telegraph recalls.
It's true that a power strip can be a handy tool for saving electricity.
But beware of overheating!
By plugging in too many devices, the electrical voltage increases.
She can't stand excessive strain. It's guaranteed overheating!
The temperature can quickly exceed 200°C.
This is why it is not recommended to plug too many devices into a power strip or to cascade power strips.
And this, even if your power strip is guaranteed fireproof or with a switch.
According to EDF, 30% of fires have an electrical origin.
Makes you think, doesn't it?
- Be aware that normally the use of a power strip is temporary . It cannot be an electrical installation that you keep for several days.
- And in any case, it is important not to exceed the power standards.
- Avoid hiding it in a remote and inaccessible corner.
- And don't put it near the curtains.
- Regarding your electric radiator, it is best to turn off an electric heater and unplug it when you are no longer in the room.
- Always clear the space around the radiator. We recommend a free space of 90 cm around the device.
- Electric heaters must not be plugged into a power strip or extension cord. Remember to plug them directly into a wall outlet .
- Do not place your electric heater on a table, cupboard, furniture in general or carpet.
In case of overheating, the fire starts more easily. Put it on the ground, flat.
- Install a smoke detector in your apartment or on each floor of your house.
- Also get a fire extinguisher. It's not expensive and it can save your life.
