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<p>This was going to be information regarding protection for our line of product offerings, but ,as I researched it, it is so much more encompassing than that. It not only applies to appliances, adjustable beds etc, but also water softeners, virtually everything electrical in your home!</p>
<p>In the last decade or more we have seen almost everything in appliances go from mechanical timers to electronic management of temperature, wash performance and sensors for everything.<br />While this does give more options, as our appliances get more intuitive and do more things for us, there is a downside that most people are not aware of.</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">This downside has nothing to do with the appliance manufacturer</span>, but more to do with other circumstances, such as power outages, electrical overloads, faulty wiring.</p>
<p>Power surges happen when the voltage exceeds the maximum threshold of 169 Volts.</p>
<p>Power surges, especially lightning strikes can be in the thousands of volts.</p>
<p>That spike in voltage causes power surges that have the potential to damage electrical devices and appliances.</p>
<p>When voltage increases above normal capacity, it can cause an arc of electrical current, with associated heat also posing a risk to electronic components. <span style="text-decoration: underline;">Even smaller power surges can cause damage if they happen frequently.</span></p>
<p>This could be the reason that your devices and electrical appliances stop working for no apparent reason.</p>
<h2>REASONS FOR POWER SURGES.</h2>
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<h3><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Electrical Overload</span></h3>
<p>As its name suggests, electrical overloads are when you attempt to draw too much power from a single circuit. This can happen when you overuse extension cords, plug in too many appliances, or use an appliance above the circuit&rsquo;s amperage levels. Electrical overloads can lead to power surges as the overwhelmed circuit may receive a massive spike in current due to the excessive power being drawn.</p>
<h3><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Faulty Wiring</span></h3>
<p>Wiring is essential for distributing electricity. And if it is damaged or the casing is exposed, a power surge is more likely to happen. Wiring that is damaged or exposed offers little electrical resistance, meaning any conductive material can spike the wire&rsquo;s current to dangerous levels.</p>
<h3><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Lightning</span></h3>
<p>With your electrical system designed to channel electricity, a lightning strike can easily compromise it. When lightning does strike your electrical system, it has no choice but to accept the overwhelmingly excessive current. This creates a massive spike, therefore creating a power surge. This is why it&rsquo;s recommended during severe storms to unplug any unused devices and appliances if you don&rsquo;t have surge protection.</p>
<h2>POWER OUTAGES</h2>
<p>During a storm or power grid failure, a power outage is an expected occurrence. But just because it&rsquo;s expected doesn&rsquo;t mean it won&rsquo;t be damaging to your appliances. Once the power is restored after an outage, the sudden jump in current can create a power surge, damaging any previously unpowered appliances.</p>
<h2>SURGE PROTECTION</h2>
<p>How are you supposed to prevent power surges when there are so many different reasons they occur? Fortunately, you can equip your home with whole-home surge protection.</p>
<p>As its name suggests, whole-home surge protection defends your entire home against power surges. This means whether the cause is an electrical overload, faulty wiring, lightning, or a power outage, whole-home surge protection will still act against power surges.</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Surge protectors divert excess power into the ground circuit.</span></p>
<p>Daleys BrandSource Home Furnishings.</p>

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