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Fridge freezer and freezer plugged into extension cable (uk)
We currently have a fridge freezer (Beko UR584APW, manual https://media.flixcar.com/f360cdn/Beko-45855222-UR584APW.pdf ) plugged into a socket in the kitchen (only one socket).
We recently bought a new freezer (BUSH BUCF5585W UC FREEZER - https://www.argos-support.co.uk/instruction-manual/4871390-bush-bucf5585w-uc-freezer.pdf ) and plugged it into the sitting room but it seems to be tripping the TV when the freezer switches on to regulate the temperature (my friend suggesting moving to kitchen because kitchen circuits are designed for more appliances or something)
Anyway I have an extension lead which total load is 13A, would that be able to handle the fridge freezer and freezer?
All i can see of of relevance for the fridge freezer is the following
The moulded plug on this appliance incorporates a 13 A fuse
All I can see of relevance for the freezer is the following
Ensure the power socket is suitable for the maximum power of the machine (fuses in the power circuit must be 13 amp)
The appliance must be connected to a 220-240 volt 50Hz AC supply by means of a three pin socket, suitably earthed and protected by a 13 amp fuse.
4 Answers from MyBuilder Electricians
Best Answer
Hi Geoff
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.
13 amps is a maximum power load of 2990 watts (without any correction factors) so if your fridge and freezer power rating is say less than 1 kw (1000 watts) each then I’d be happy with this.
Hope this helps.
Regards
Kye
Answered 4th Jan 2020
Look for the fault on the circuit that was tripping first
Answered 6th Jan 2020
I personally wouldn’t recommend using any type of extension lead in a domestic environment. I would be more worried about the fridge/freezer tripping the electric where you had it first. If it wasn’t suitable for a 13 amp Socket it wouldn’t be supplied with a moulded plug.
Answered 4th Jan 2020
Hi, regarding the tripping of the TV, you would need to see which circuit breaker/fuse is supplying the sitting room circuit, it may have been supplied by a16a mcb, in which case when the fridge compressor starts it overloads the circuit breaker, a 13a fuse will blow a lot slower than a 16a mcb will. This issue would need resolving first. The issue of the extension lead. As electricians we need to follow the manufacturers instructions, I looked at the instructions for your particular items and it clearly states ‘ Ensure that the plug remains readily accessible. Do not use multiple adapter bar or extension cable.’ If this is what they say then I would follow their instructions.
Answered 16th Jan 2020
