When @mazly_dcoy came over to install my RCBO, he told me these extension sockets (I know every household has one or two or in my case, 7 of these items!); can cause overloading - when there is too many appliances on a socket outlet circuit or excessive usage of the extension socket.
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This results in cable heating within a prolonged period of time which can lead to fire! Yaiks.
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Electricity powers just about everything in your home. Quite often, we forget how much we rely on electricity until a short circuit or a stormy night knocks down a power line and you are left in the dark.
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If for any reason, that circuit is interrupted (allowing a current to travel down an unintended path)- that is called a short circuit. In high power situations, this can produce catastrophic results.
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Around the home, a short circuit can be dangerous, not to mention rather harmful to your electrical appliances and electronic devices.
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The most common cause of a short circuit in the home is worn insulation around wires allowing contact where it should not happen.
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And did you know that you can cut the risk of damage to your appliances and electronics by using some very simple yet effective methods.
1. Try unplugging electronics when not in use (saves moola too!)
2. Ensure that you have grounded your power outlets and
3. Conduct regular electrical audit
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