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The safe extension-cord setup that overheats faster than people think

The extension-cord arrangement that feels tidy and “under control” in your living room or home office is often the one that ...
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Extension Cords and AC Units Don't Mix, an Electrician Warns

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 ...
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Avoid Fire Hazards by Never Using Space Heaters or These 7 Devices With Extension Cords

Corin Cesaric is a Flex Editor at CNET. She received her bachelor's degree in journalism from the University of Missouri-Columbia. Before joining CNET, she covered crime at People Magazine and ...
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How to Pick the Best Extension Cord at the Hardware Store

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