Which appliances need to be unplugged and which not?

Why unplug the plug?

The device connected to the network consumes energy even if it is not used, but is idle. Therefore, it is more economical to de-energize the devices, especially if you want to save the family budget.

Another reason to unplug your plug is for safety. Small fluctuations in electricity do not carry any harm, but if the voltage rises sharply, the equipment may fail. The jump should be more than 1000 volts - this is possible if lightning strikes power lines during a thunderstorm.

Also, electrical appliances must be de-energized during a long trip. This will help protect the equipment from fire during a power surge and protect the house from fire. The risk is especially high if you are using cheap, low-quality devices with low protection against voltage fluctuations.

Which appliances should always be turned off?

Some electrical appliances work constantly, while others only intermittently. If the instructions state that the device must be disconnected after each use, it must be followed. This technique includes:

• Iron - if it is not equipped with an auto-off function, the device may burn through the fabric and cause a fire.
• Heater - this is one of the most "gluttonous" devices that cannot be left unattended and kept on for a long time.
• Hair dryer - a small malfunction can cause a short circuit in the wiring.
• Smartphone - after it is fully charged, long-term connection to the network is fraught with damage to the battery.
• Electric shaver and brush - when charged in a damp bath, they increase the risk of short circuits.
• A vacuum cleaner - the device is not used for long and does not turn on every day, but a wire from the outlet stretched across the floor increases the likelihood of injury and spoils the interior.

Which ones can you not turn off?

Do not remove the refrigerator, router and air conditioner from the outlet, which work around the clock. Manufacturers make this technique with the expectation that it will be on all the time.

To make sure of your safety, read the instructions for the device: the rules for use will indicate whether the device needs to be turned off and whether the products comply with GOST. Certified technology shouldn't cause concern.

As for the surge protectors, they should not be de-energized, since they are not consumers. It is better not to turn off expensive devices from trusted manufacturers with a button so as not to create current surges.

What about the TV and the computer? They have their own feedback circuitry, so they do not consume power when not in use. Devices can be safely left in the socket, moreover, frequent pulling out of the plug will wear out the device faster.

You can also keep a smartphone charger in the socket: nothing will happen with a quality device. It is easy to check the "charging": the case of a dangerous fake heats up even when the smartphone is not connected.

Some electrical appliances do not suffer at all if they do not "rest", while others need frequent disconnection. The main document that should be followed when using the technique is its instruction.