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Protect Against Power Surges


Power surges are responsible for prop- erty damage each year and, over time, they can cause cumulative damage while decreasing the lifespan of TVs, comput- ers, stereo equipment, and anything else plugged into a wall outlet. Being educated is the key to choosing the best surge pro- tection for your home.


How does a power surge cause damage?


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First, what is a surge? A surge is a boost in the electrical charge over a line. This can be caused by lightning, but it can also be caused by motor-driven electrical devices, such as air conditioners and re- frigerators, that require a lot of energy for starting and stopping compressors. Some surges can also be caused by faulty wir- ing.


Power surges come in all shapes and sizes, the most extreme case being a light- ning strike because it can destroy equip- ment and appliances. The severity of a surge depends not only on the voltage and current involved but how long the event lasts. Most surges are very short in duration. It is important for people to realize that surges can hap-


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pen through any connection on your equipment. If there is a wire connected to your equipment, then it provides a path for a surge.


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How can I protect my property?


A surge protection device sold by


Lake Region Electric Cooperative pro- tects equipment inside your house or business from surges coming through “ports of entry,” such as outside elec- tric, telephone, and cable TV or satel- lite dish wires. Point-of-use surge protection devic-


es do not suppress or arrest a surge but divert it to ground. They are designed to protect your sensitive electronic ap- pliances and resemble a regular plug strip. However, do not assume your plug strip offers surge protection un- less it specifically says so. You can also install special electrical outlets that of-


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fer surge protection, which can be helpful near kitchen counter tops. One of the most effective ways to protect your property is a two- tiered approach. A Surge Shield, behind the electric meter, service entrance surge protection device reduces power surges to a lower level that protects large applianc- es, such as your stove or clothes dryer, while point-of-use power strip surge protectors defend your sensitive electronics. Lake Region Electric Coop- carries


erative commercial residential and surge protection


products. For more information on available products and prices, call 918-772-2526 or toll-free 800-364-LREC.


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