Handy household tips

(Refer also to the Home Information Manual)

ELECTRIC PLUGS

Checking Fuses

Remove the base of a metal cased torch. Place one end of the fuse on the bottom of the battery and the other end on the torch casing. If the bulb fails to light the torch when it is switched on, the fuse has blown.

Choosing Fuses

To select the correct size of fuse you must know the wattage (W) of the appliance. This is usually marked on the rating place of the appliance.

Some appliances such as refrigerators and vacuum cleaners need a size larger fuse than the wattage indicates. Always follow the manufacturers instructions.

For example

3 amp fuse for most appliances up to 720 watts (W)

• Radios
  
• Table lamps
  
• Soldering irons
  
• Televisions (some TV manufacturers may recommend a 5 amp fuse)
  
• Electric blankets
  
• Audio and hi fi systems
  
• Slow cookers

• Irons
  
• Kettles
  
• Fan heaters
  
• Electric fires
  
• Lawn mowers
  
• Toasters
  
• Deep fryers
  
• Refrigerators
  
• Freezers
  
• Washing machines
  
• Tumble dryers
  
• Spin dryers
  
• Vacuum cleaners
  
• Dishwashers