Larger small appliances are no exception, of course. Microwaves are another no-no for extension cords because, like toasters, they tend to use more power than the average cord can handle.

That's because they typically produce around 5,120 BTUs per hour, easily strong enough to melt an extension cord plug. 7. Extension cords. We've all done it: connecting one extension cord to ...

Extension cords help outlet-powered devices with short cords reach a receptacle. Unfortunately, the amount of power they supply can vary from a direct wall outlet. Here are the 5 things you should ...

We consulted with Conforth about proper and safe extension cord usage—including what not to plug into an extension cord. Meet The Expert. Justin Cornforth is the founder of Ace Home Co.

The device's wattage is the main factor to consider before using an extension cord. General electrical safety guidelines specify that any device with a wattage above 1500 watts should always be ...

EXTENSION leads are helpful pieces of kit – but there are certain devices you must avoid plugging into them. A pretty good rule of thumb is to avoid plugging in any electronics that are const… ...

Although toasters are smaller kitchen appliances, they use a lot of energy and can also pose a fire threat if connected to an extension cord. Toaster ovens need even more power to operate with ...

Besides being three feet from anything that can catch fire, you need to make sure your space heater is plugged into the wall outlet. Don’t use an extension cord or a power strip, even if it's a ...

Despite how tempting — almost necessary — it might feel to use an extension cord with an air conditioner or space heater, these are both things you absolutely should not do that with.