Never plug these 9 items into a power strip!

While using power strips to connect electrical devices is incredibly convenient and cost-effective, are you aware that they come with unique hazards?

Real malfunctions can occur if you plug in extremely power-hungry devices or overload the power strip. There's the potential to start fires, damage appliances, and cut power. I don't know how to put it into words.

The only reason I included it was because it was my experience. Since then, I've been very careful in my actions... Here are nine things you should never use a power strip for.

First, check the power strip's maximum wattage.

One thing you need to know before getting the list of electrical devices that shouldn't be plugged in. You can always tell how much power a power strip can handle by looking at the cord.

So, read this information carefully before you even consider plugging in electrical devices. After that, it's simple: You just need to add up the total wattage of all the devices plugged into the power strip.

Can you tell me how to determine the wattage of this or that appliance?

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