Load shedding can have a devastating impact on a TV. Photo: iStock
The impact of load shedding has had a devastating effect on household appliances with many South Africans forking outs thousands of rand to replace expensive items.
From fridges to stoves and even TVs, nothing is spared from the deliberate power cuts if people do not have surge protectors.
As South Africans battle the power cuts by Eskom, there is nothing worse than getting home after a long day at work, turning on the TV and nothing happens.
Skyworth Television’s John Goosen said power surges can have devastating impact on the TV’s during load shedding.
“A power surge can occur when the electricity is restored after load shedding. The rush of electricity created from a power surge exceeds the typical voltage that is supplied to households and can result in irreparable damage to your electronics and appliances.
“Any device connected to the main power at the time, is at risk of being irreversibly damaged,” Goosen said.
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These are a few simple steps people can take to ensure their TV is adequately protected during load shedding by Eskom.
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