Yes it will be fine, as long as you keep within the current ratings of both the main socket and the extension. As the current draw of the lights is minimal this isn’t going to be a problem. This is what extensions are made for, and there’s nothing particularly special about a fridge/freezer.
Can you use a short extension cord on a refrigerator?
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 use a short extension cord on a freezer?
Using the Right Gauge
The extra current overheats smaller 16- and 18-gauge extension cords, which are intended for lamps and small appliances, and you should never use one for a refrigerator or freezer.
Is it OK to run a refrigerator on an extension cord?
Using a grounded extension cord with a three-prong plug is always the best choice for major appliances including refrigerators. When it comes to amperage, check the owner’s manual for your refrigerator to determine the amperage rating and then choose an extension cord with an equivalent rating.
Can you plug a freezer into an extension cord UK?
Yes you can connect both an fridge and freezer as long as you don’t exceed 13 amps load and the extension lead is fully un wound if it’s a reel type lead.
What amp extension cord do I need for a refrigerator?
15 amperes
However, if an extension cord is used, it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL® listed 3-wire grounding appliance extension cord and that the current carry rating of the cord be a minimum of 15 amperes.
Is it OK to plug a refrigerator into a power 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. Rule number three: always plug power strips directly into the wall.
Can I plug my freezer into a surge protector?
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.
Can you plug freezer into power strip?
Refrigerator and freezer.
These appliances pull too much current for a power strip because they are continuously cycling on and off. That will quickly overload a power strip. These items need to be plugged directly into a wall outlet dedicated solely to that appliance.
Why should you not use an extension lead with a freezer?
Nearly every fridge and freezer manufacturer says do not use an extension lead. The reason is volt drop can cause the overloads to fail on the compressor motor.
