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Osem · 03-10-2017, 12:40

Freezers don't use a lot of power so I'd think virtually any 13amp fused extension lead would be more than adequate. Although they're low powered (50-150 watts IIRC) the motor will cut in/out according to the thermostat and the resulting surges can cause 3amp and 5amp fuses to blow.

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Osem Inactive Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Right here! Posts: 22,316	Re: Regarding a chest freezer Freezers don't use a lot of power so I'd think virtually any 13amp fused extension lead would be more than adequate. Although they're low powered (50-150 watts IIRC) the motor will cut in/out according to the thermostat and the resulting surges can cause 3amp and 5amp fuses to blow. Last edited by Osem; 03-10-2017 at 12:53.