We do not recommend connecting a refrigerator or freezer to a surge protector. The reason we do not recommend this is explained below: The compressor is sensitive to temperature and current overloads and will shut itself down with a power surge.
How do I protect my fridge from a power surge?
How To Protect Your Appliances During A Power Outage
Use surge protecting power strips in your home. Install a whole-house surge protector in your electrical panel. Contact your electricity provider about meter-mounted surge protection. Install GFCI outlets throughout your home.
Can a power surge ruin a refrigerator?
When there is an increase in voltage from a power surge, it causes an inrush of electrical current within the refrigerator. This surge generates an excessive amount of heat, which can damage multiple parts of the refrigerator.
Can you plug a refrigerator into a surge protector strip?
Rule two: never plug high power capacity appliances, like space heaters, refrigerators, or microwave and toaster ovens into power strips or extension cords. These appliances have higher power capacity and need to be plugged into a wall outlet directly.
How much surge protection does a refrigerator need?
A surge protector with 1000 to 2000 joules will provide sufficient protection for refrigerators, washing machines & dryers, office equipment, and power tools. Consider the highest joule rating (2000+) for expensive gaming consoles, home theater systems, and any computer that stores important data.
Do kitchen appliances need surge protectors?
But bigger or more important items, as well as appliances that require constant power, such as computers, printers, televisions, and refrigerators, should all use surge protectors. Any device that you don’t want to lose in the event of a power surge, or that would be expensive to replace, should be protected.
What appliances need surge protectors?
The devices and appliances you want to make sure you plug in, are the expensive ones with microprocessors into your surge protector. This includes TVs, refrigerators, dishwashers, ranges, AC units, PCs, laptops, game systems, and phones.
Do I need a surge protector for my Whirlpool refrigerator?
Surge protectors for fridges are recommended to be nil. Electric motors are not very delicate, and a fridge is just a compressor motor. The only thing that’s impervious to drops or surges in your house is the burner in an electric stove.
Should I unplug my refrigerator during a power outage?
Unplug Appliances
Laptops, freezers, air conditioning units, electric fans, and stoves should be unplugged. If left plugged in, refrigerators and air conditioning units become susceptible to damage from the tidal wave of electricity once power is restored.
Should you unplug your refrigerator in a power outage?
In advance of the storm, prepare your home by unplugging unnecessary appliances as they could be damaged when power is restored. Using high-quality surge protectors can help with protecting appliances.
Can you use an extension cord with a fridge?
While most small appliances can be plugged in to an extension cord with no problem, that isn’t the case with a refrigerator. Refrigerators are huge and need a lot of energy to run and thus a regular extension cord may not be able to take on the job and be a fire hazard to boot.
Can you plug a refrigerator in the garage?
Most refrigerators stop working at some point during the winter months in an unheated garage, depending on climate and how well the garage is insulated. Most manufacturers do not recommend placing a refrigerator in temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
Is it OK to use an extension cord with a freezer?
GE strongly recommends that an extension cord not be used with a freezer due to the potential safety hazards under certain conditions.
Should I use a surge protector for my LG refrigerator?
No, it is not needed. The fridge works fine without surge protector. It should be on a dedicated circuit breaker, that’s all you need.
How many joules should a surge protector have for a refrigerator?
The highest joule ratings for home appliances are 2000 and above, but a surge protector with 1000 to 2000 joules will provide enough protection. Power is one of the most important characteristics of modern surge protectors.
