Multi-contact bars that could cause a fire
In some cases, the cable has fewer copper strands than it needs to carry the maximum rated current. This may cause a short circuit or fire. The following brands exceeded the maximum temperature in the heating test.
- OSMI, 76cm
- OSMI, 75 cm
- Sanelec, 50 cm
- Home Supplies Top Power (model DR-1512)
- Home Suppliies Top Power (model HHS-XM3G)
In case of fire the flame does not go out quickly
If the insulation fails and a flame arises, a fire can occur. In the following extensions the flame did not go out in the following 30 seconds:
- Steren (model 905-003B)
- sanelec
- shine
Purchase recommendations
Profeco recommends the following for a smart purchase:
- Buy them in the formal market: Those that are sold informally are dangerous and are not certified for sale.
- Compare prices: They vary according to their use (indoor or outdoor), their length and their electrical current capacity and remember to choose according to your needs.
- Ask for the guarantee: It will be necessary if you need to make a claim.
Recommendations for use
If you already purchased a multicontact bar, take the following into account for its use:
- Never overload its capacity.
- Read the label.
- Place the contact bar in a safe place.
- Be careful when cleaning them.
- Consider heavy-duty extensions.
- Do not remove the “spike” (It is the ground connection and prevents against currents that could damage facilities or devices that you have connected).
- Always disconnect the bar or extension by the plug and not by pulling on the cable to avoid damaging the internal connection between the cable and the plug.