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They could if they have cuts in the outer layer of insulation. The outer sheath of the cord is what is used to protect the inner conductors of the cord. Any damage to it should be repaired immediately. A properly maintained electrical extension cord should give years of service.
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Why are your voices different?
Cause we all have different vocal cords
How to rectify rdi alarm?
RDI stands for Remote Defect Indication. RDI Alarms comes when a node is not receiving the signal from the corresponding Node, but only transmits. As this Alarm comes on Physical Layer, hence the Alarm can be rectify by cleaning/replacing the Patch Cords/Electrical Jumper Wires.
How do you construct a simple electric circuit?
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Taping a VCR to another which cords to use do i have to connect coaxial cords because it is not working for me can you please give me detailed info thanks Ronnie?
You probably need an RCA cable to connect the video out of one VCR to the video in of the other.
Why does TV cord get hot?
Some very old radio sets and TVs used special high resistance flexible line cords or flexes - often known informally as just "line cords" - which got very warm in normal use because they used the extra resistance in the "hot" or "live" wire to drop the voltage from the normal household voltage down to a lower value. Line cords were typically used to supply power to US- or Japanese-made sets sold in Europe or other countries where the household voltage is 220-240 Volts. The line cord was a cheap way to drop the supply voltage down to the 110-120 Volts needed by the TV or radio set. <><><> Cords, cables, and conductors get warm due to the electricity that flows through them. Most often, this happens with cords from large appliances. The amount of heat can vary due to airflow, bundling with other wires, etc. If the cable feels any more than slightly warm I would unplug it and refer to a professional electrician. It's not supposed to get really hot, or the conductor size would be bigger. There could be a low voltage condition on that receptacle. This can be caused by loose connections, excessive circuit length, etc. When the voltage is too far below what it should be, appliances suffer. They don't have enough voltage to operate properly. Typical residential voltage is 120 volts. Check for this with an actual readout meter to see what you have. Overall, if the cable is warm, that happens. If it's hot, call an electrician.
Why are damaged electrical cords dangerous?
because it can can cause fire or electrical shock.
Why should electrical cords be kept away from a sink?
They should be kept away from a sink because if water comes in contact with electrical cords, it can cause an electricity shock.
Do's and don't's of electrocution?
DOCrawl around your house for a child's-eye view of potential hazards.Place safety covers on all unused outlets.Replace -- never tape -- cracked or frayed cords.Install ground-fault circuit interrupters -- designed to switch off power if they detect changes in electrical current -- on any outlet that could be exposed to water, such as in the bathroom or kitchen.Place furniture in front of outlets to keep them out of your child's sight.Use cord covers to tuck loose electrical cords against a baseboard so children can't pull, chew, or trip on them.Know where your home's fuse boxes and circuit breakers are and how to turn them off in an emergency.DON'TUse extension cords as permanent substitutes for too few outlets.Overload an extension cord with more appliances than it is designed to accommodate.Keep appliances close to the sink or tub, where they could accidentally fall into the water.Run electrical cords under rugs. Walking over cords could fray or damage them.Allow electrical cords to hang off countertops, where a child might pull them.
Indicate the ways that an electrical fire could start in your workplace?
Overloaded circuit Defective product Damaged cords Overloaded appliance Unsafe use of ladders near overhead wires Improper maintenance of high-voltage devices
What are elastic cords good for?
They are great for convenient storage of any type of electrical cords and wires, and also for avoiding tangling of electrical cords behind your PC or televison sets.
Using The Right Cords With An Electric Generator?
When using an electric generator in the home it is important that the extension cords and cables that connect to the generator are strong enough to accept the electrical charge. Cords that are unrated or that are not designed for heavy-duty use could quickly overheat and cause a fire. It is also important to keep any flammable fuel away from the generator and the cords to prevent stray sparks from igniting the fuel.
Where do the most injuries occur in house?
From poor connections, worn electrical cords, frayed electrical cords and using larger wattage bulbs then authorized.
Why does SO electrical cord have paper inside it?
why is there string or paper in electrical cords
What is something you can spray to keep puppies away from electrical wires?
are the wires extension cords? lamp cords, gotta be careful as most products are spray on and if that wire is not shielded you may cause a fire. Move the wires or extension cords out of the way, or put puppy in a safe place away from then. There are products to spray to prevent chewing, but i don't advise it on electrical wires!
Which of these can be a hazard involving an electrical outlet?
to many electrical cords plugged into one outlet
What is the difference between neurons and electrical cords?
Neurons are in your brain, and are organic. While electrical cords are synthetic and supply electronics and many appliances or home decorating (such as lamps) with power.
Where should you never place electrical cords?
all the above
