Re: Use of Extension Cord

On Sun, 20 Nov 2005 22:20:58 -0000, Big Mouth Billy Bass <nannerbac@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:

On 19 Nov 2005 21:25:40 -0800, via
<1132464340.190007.178930@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>,
littleboyblu87@xxxxxxxxx spake thusly:

I don't see what the problem would be with using a regular extension
cord with a vcr, tv, or cordless telephone since they're often located
in areas of a room where the cord is not exposed. One of my problems is
that my tv, vcr, and cable box can only be put in one area of the room
and there is only one outlet there. This means that I can only plug in
the tv and cable box. Where am I supposed to plug in the vcr at? That's
why I need an extension cord. But of course, the manual says not to use
it (and the same thing for the cordless telephone).


The best thing to do is to buy a switched outlet strip with a 15 amp
circuit breaker.  By design, it will likely also include some minimal
surge suppression.  The typical extension cord is not meant for
permanent applications.  Too wimpy; too subject to abuse by overload.


In the UK, I simply buy a 4 way strip for £2.99 - it's got a 13A fuse both in the plug and in the strip (they all do, or they're illegal).  For a quid extra I can get one with basic surge suppression.

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