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Living Room Electrical Safety
From TipThePlanet
- Keep TV sets away from windows. Rain that enters the TV housing may damage the set and cause electric shock. Don't put vases or drnking glasses on top of TV sets as water may spill into the TV set.
- Keep small metal objects away from TV sets. Paper clips, nails and other small metal objects re conductors of electricity. They will cause electric shock.
- If an appliance repeatedly blows a fuse, trips a circuit breaker or causes an electric shock, unplug it and have it replaced immediately.
- Don't run electrical cords under rugs, carpets or furniture. Walking on cords can break wiring and possibly cause a fire.
- Check all entertainment and computer equipment. Make sure all equipment and electrical appliances are in good condition and working properly. Look for cracks in or damage to wiring, plugs and connectors.
