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A manufacturer has issued a recall of a four-outlet, 6-foot extension cord splitter after reports that it presents a fire hazard.
According to Consumer Affairs, the Homerygardens cord splitter contains wires that cannot handle the amp load. In addition, the product reportedly does not have protective features.
Combined, these problems can cause fires.
The product was reportedly made in China and sold by Sales BSD Inc. between March 2019 and August 2020. It retailed between $11 and $23 and was sold at Walmart and Amazon, according to Yahoo Money.
Reportedly, approximately 5,700 Homerygardens extension cord splitters were sold. The product is a 6-foot cord with a four-outlet splitter and an on/off switch.
Fortunately, there have been no injuries associated with the recalled cord; however, the manufacturer says consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact Sales BSD Inc. for a full refund.
Consumers can contact the company by phone at 866-966-0606 or by email at RecallExtensionCord@gmail.com to claim a refund or to ask any questions.
Extension Cord Safety
Extension cords account for over 3,000 house fires each year, according to the Electrical Safety Foundation International. These fires have led to hundreds of injuries and 50 deaths, the foundation says.
Extension cords become a fire hazard when heat from the electrical current running through them is unable to escape, according to a State Farm publication. In addition, they present trip hazards, as well as strangulation hazards for young children.
The selection of extension cords is important for their safe use, as well.
According to State Farm, consumers should ensure that they use the proper, independently tested cords in their homes and at work.
State Farm points out cords are manufactured for indoor and outdoor uses. The length of the cord is also important; shorter cords can handle more current than longer cords of the same gauge.
Additionally, cords are rated to handle a certain wattage and consumers should read the instructions to ensure they will meet their device’s requirements.
According to State Farm, “A cord’s gauge indicates its size: The smaller the number, the larger the wire and the more electrical current the cord can safely handle.”
State Farm also recommends consumers select cords with three-prong or polarized plugs.
The safe use of these cords is important, ESFI warns, because they can overheat and cause fires when used incorrectly. The foundation recommends consumers take the following precautions when using extension cords:
- Do not plug two extension cords together
- Do not overload the cords
- Ensure the proper cord is being used for indoor or outdoor use
- Ensure the cord meets or exceeds the power needs
- Ensure the cord has been approved by an independent testing facility
- Look at the cords for damage before use
- Keep cords away from standing water or snow
- Have additional outlets installed if necessary, rather than using many extension cords
- Refrain from nailing or stapling cords to walls
The Foundation also warns against the following activities when using cords:
- Using three-prong plugs with outlets that only have two slots
- Attempting to cut off the ground prong
- Using extension cords as a substitute for permanent wiring
- Using cords or power strips with heaters or fans
- Running cords through doors or walls
Caring for extension cords is important to reduce the risk of fire, as well, State Farm notes.
State Farm recommends consumers store their extension cords inside and unplug them when not in use. Additionally, they should be pulled out by the plug, not by the cord.
Do you own a Homerygardens extension cord subject to the fire hazard recall? What are you going to do? Tell us in the comment section below.
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