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Rebelgecko 4 days ago

Dunno if it's the case here, but the charger doesn't know if it's plugged into an extension cord that isn't rated for 3kW or whatever EU plugs put out

aidenn0 4 days ago | parent | next [-]

IMO it should be illegal to sell an unfused extension-cord. That would solve like 95% of the issues that get blamed on extension cords.

shawabawa3 4 days ago | parent [-]

This is the case in the UK, another win for our bulky plug socket

aidenn0 3 days ago | parent [-]

You can fit a fuse in the body of a NEMA 1-15 connector; outdoor Christmas lights, for example do this.

magicalhippo 4 days ago | parent | prev [-]

Concern over people using extension cords or splitters is a frequently cited reason, like in this news article[1].

[1]: https://www.ba.no/lader-du-elbilen-din-i-stikkontakt-det-bor...