Avoid a Potential Fire Hazard: Things You Should Never Plug Into a Power Strip

conditioner through an ordinary power strip.

If an air conditioner repeatedly trips a circuit breaker, do not simply replace the breaker with one having a higher rating. The breaker may be protecting wiring that cannot safely carry additional current. A qualified electrician should identify the actual cause.

Chapter 3: Refrigerators and Freezers – Appliances That Operate Around the Clock

Refrigerators and freezers are often overlooked when people think about electrical fire hazards.

Because these appliances operate quietly and continuously, many homeowners connect them to whatever outlet is most convenient. In some