The core of proper use and maintenance of household appliances is preventing electrical accidents and extending equipment lifespan. This requires attention to three aspects: safe operation, daily maintenance, and environmental management.
Key Points for Proper Use
Standardized Operating Procedures
When using appliances, plug them in before turning them on; after use, turn them off before unplugging them to avoid sparks from plugging and unplugging while the power is on.
Do not touch switches or plugs with wet hands to prevent electric shock due to water conductivity.
High-power appliances (such as air conditioners and electric water heaters) should use dedicated sockets to avoid overloading the circuit by sharing a single power strip with multiple high-energy-consuming devices.
Pay Attention to the Usage Environment
Maintain ventilation and heat dissipation around appliances. Keep the back of appliances such as refrigerators and air conditioners at least 10 cm away from the wall to prevent spontaneous combustion due to poor heat dissipation.
Avoid direct sunlight on televisions, computers, and other equipment, and do not use them for extended periods in west-facing rooms to prevent accelerated component aging.
During thunderstorms, be sure to unplug the power cords and signal cables of televisions, computers, and other equipment to prevent damage from induced lightning strikes.
Special Equipment Precautions
Do not store beer or sealed liquids in the freezer compartment of a refrigerator, as the expansion of ice may cause the containers to burst.
Do not open the washing machine door while it is running. Even if the stop button has been pressed, wait until the drum has come to a complete stop before operating the machine to avoid mechanical damage.
Electric blankets should not be folded for use, and it is not recommended to leave them plugged in overnight. Unplug them before leaving home or going to sleep.