Avoid fire hazards at home by keeping appliances plugged into a dedicated wall outlet and not an extension cord.

Extension cords provide power to devices when their own cable is too short to reach an outlet. This makes it easier to use gadgets across the room or tap into an outdoor receptacle. However, extension ...

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I read than unless the UPS is directly connected to the wall the warranty is voided. Why? I'm connecting the UPS through a heavy duty appliance extension cord. Installing a new outlet in the office ...

Before using an extension cord, make sure you're using it safely and within its specifications. Refrain from using extension cords to power devices and appliances with significant power demands. Don't ...

If you're one of the millions experiencing the current heat wave happening in the Midwest and Northeast, you probably have your AC units cranked up to fight the scorching temps. But there's a very ...

Officials shared a reminder to the public after a smoker plugged into an outlet via an extension cord sparked a fire.

For many of us, extension cords are an essential piece of equipment in our homes. Because you don’t always have an outlet exactly where you need it to run this thing or that device, extension cords ...

It has probably happened to you if you've ever owned a desktop LCD or desktop tower: the curse of the not-quite-long-enough extension cable. It's pretty difficult to move a whole desk once you've got ...