How do I protect my fridge from power surges?
How do I protect my fridge from power surges?
The Appliance Surge Protector CSP100R offers vital surge protection for refrigerators and freezers. It prevents spikes in energy caused by storms and electrical power surges from reaching your equipment. The CSP100R provides 900 joules of protection, a surge-protected outlet and a wall tap plug.
Can you put a refrigerator on a surge protector?
We do not recommend connecting a refrigerator or freezer to a surge protector. The compressor is sensitive to temperature and current overloads, and will shut itself down with a surge. A surge protector will override this system, and if there is a power surge, your refrigerator may not restart.
How do you protect electrical appliances from power surges?
Power surges are a leading cause of electrical-related device damage….Here are some tips on how to protect your house and electrical appliances from a power surge.
- Install a Whole-House Surge Protector.
- Have Added Protection for Specific Devices.
- Upgrade Your AC Unit.
- Unplug Devices During a Storm.
- Inspect Your Wiring.
What helps to protect against damage from power surges and spikes?
Purchasing a quality surge protector, also called a surge suppressor or surge diverter, can help protect your home from damage caused by power surges. A surge protector diverts voltage spikes safely to the ground rather than letting it enter the sensitive circuits of your appliances or equipment.
What to do if your refrigerator has a surge protector?
Look for one designed for use with refrigerators or freezers, since these appliances are especially sensitive to electrical fluctuations. Plug the surge protector into the wall outlet and then plug the refrigerator into the surge protector.
Can you plug a power strip into a surge protector?
Don’t plug a surge protector into an extension cord, power strip or another surge protector. When using a surge protector with devices, such as power tools or appliances, make sure it meets the device’s amperage requirements and can handle the current the device uses. Read Power Cord Safety Tips.
Why do you need a surge protector for your computer?
Surge protectors help protect electronic equipment, including computers, televisions, home theaters, game systems and appliances, from electrical surges and spikes — increases in normal electrical line voltage. Surges carry less voltage than spikes but can last longer, up to a few seconds.
How can I protect my refrigerator from a lightning storm?
But the only way to absolutely protect your refrigerator from an electrical surge is to unplug it completely. Many electrical surges happen at random, but if you know a lightning storm is on the horizon, you can unplug your appliances as an extra precaution. Don’t forget to plug them back in once the threat passes!