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Routinely check your electrical appliances and wiring.

Frayed wires can cause fires. Replace all worn, old or damaged appliance cords immediately.

Use electrical extension cords wisely and don't overload them.

Keep electrical appliances away from wet floors and counters; pay special care to electrical appliances in the bathroom and kitchen.

Whey buying electrical appliances look for products evaluated by a nationally recognized laboratory, such as

Underwriters Laboratories (UL).

Don't allow children to play with or around electrical appliances like space heaters, irons and hair dryers.

Keep clothes, curtains and other potentially combustible items at least three feet from all heaters.

If an appliance has a three-prong plug, use it only in a three-slot outlet. Never force it to fit into a two-slot outlet or extension cord.

Never overload extension cords or wall sockets. Immediately shut off, then professionally replace, light switches that are hot to the touch and lights that flicker. Use safety closures to "child-proof" electrical outlets.

Check your electrical tools regularly for signs of wear. If the cords are frayed or cracked, replace them. Replace any tool if it causes even small electrical shocks, overheats, shorts out or gives off smoke or sparks.

If you get involved in electrical repairs which you are not familiar and experienced with, it can be dangerous. This is because you deal with electricity and mechanical systems, so you can easily injure yourself. The information above and on the following pages is only for educational purpose and we don’t advise anyone to do your own electrical repair. For professional help call us to schedule your repair appointment.

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