Extension for freezer?

aliasojo

I want to buy a freezer to put in the garage. There is, as far as I am aware, only one brand that specifically state their freezers can be used in such a location. This freezer only has a 1.5m long lead and it states it shouldn't be used on an extension lead.

Many, many reviews from buyers have mentioned this as being a big issue and they are having to use extension leads regardless, simply because of siting issues.

My socket is at least 3 maybe 4 metres away from where the freezer would have to sit. It's a rented house and the LL wont allow anything to be done so I can't get an extra socket put it.

Is an extension lead really a serious no-no? Is it not possible to buy a very heavy duty job that would be ok?

Be grateful for advice.

Naf

It should be absolutely fine; they probably want to deter people from using multiplier leads & plugging too much stuff in at once.
If its just a single socket extension, directly into the ring-mains wall-socket then you won't have any problems at all.

Gloomendoom

I think I would just make up an extension lead that is no longer than is necessary to reach the nearest socket.

MoneyMate

We have a Beko upright Freezer, it's rated down to -15 may sound excessive but who know what temp you may have over Winter months .
Just make sure the cable cannot to trapped.

giraffe69

We've got a freezer in the garage with an extension lead. No problems in around a year.

loracan1

I've not got mine in a garage, but it's been on an extension lead for the last 19 years without a problem, I'd probably make sure it's rated at 13amps.

cyclonebri1

Its the same message from me too, although mine was in reach, but, if it's in a the garage I would advise a different course of action.

I can't be the only one to have accidentally knocked the power of the freezer in the garage, then come back 4 or 5 days later to an almighty mess:eek:.

I didn't think my insurers would be too chuffed if it happened again, so it is now wired into a switched spur, so no temptation to plug the electric drill in the socket, "just for a second".

Just a quick money saving tip, if it's for the garage why by new?, that also means without invalidating any warranty, you, or someone capable, can actually fit a longer lead hardwired directly to the freezer

aliasojo

cyclonebri1 wrote: »

Its the same message from me too, although mine was in reach, but, if it's in a the garage I would advise a different course of action.

I can't be the only one to have accidentally knocked the power of the freezer in the garage, then come back 4 or 5 days later to an almighty mess:eek:.

I didn't think my insurers would be too chuffed if it happened again, so it is now wired into a switched spur, so no temptation to plug the electric drill in the socket, "just for a second".

Just a quick money saving tip, if it's for the garage why by new?, that also means without invalidating any warranty, you, or someone capable, can actually fit a longer lead hardwired directly to the freezer

There is only one socket in the garage, it's right at the back and right in the corner. It never gets used as it's just not easily accessible. Perfect for the freezer as no one would get near it to accidentally do anything.

I have been looking for a used freezer actually but haven't found anything similar to what I need and unfortunately I need it now so don't really have time to keep looking.

I'd been looking instore too for shop soiled or dented but needless to say there's never anything when you need it.

Thank you all, advice much appreciated. :beer:

aliasojo

MoneyMate wrote: »

We have a Beko upright Freezer, it's rated down to -15 may sound excessive but who know what temp you may have over Winter months .
Just make sure the cable cannot to trapped.

It's a Beko I was looking at purely because they use a different type of refrigerant gas and this makes it more suitable for colder situations.

Last winter we measured -17 outside at one point during a particularly cold night. Admittedly this was extreme and not the norm but we do need to consider how cold this area gets with regards to suitable appliances.

aliasojo

Another quick q please...if I make my own lead with a single heavy duty trailing socket, what size of cable should I use?

(I'm a belts and braces kinda person so I can happily live with 'overkill btw. )

Is this ok or too heavy? (2.5mm)

http://www.tlc-direct.co.uk/Products/CA2dot5F3slash50.html

Or Arctic?

http://www.tlc-direct.co.uk/Products/CA2dot5ART3B.html

There's also a 1.5mm?

Unless there is a reason not to...my preference is to use the 2.5mm arctic?

MoneyMate

aliasojo wrote: »

Another quick q please...if I make my own lead with a single heavy duty trailing socket, what size of cable should I use?

(I'm a belts and braces kinda person so I can happily live with 'overkill btw. )

Is this ok or too heavy? (2.5mm)

http://www.tlc-direct.co.uk/Products/CA2dot5F3slash50.html

Or Arctic?

http://www.tlc-direct.co.uk/Products/CA2dot5ART3B.html

There's also a 1.5mm?

Unless there is a reason not to...my preference is to use the 2.5mm arctic?

What about Toolstation FREE :money: postage on orders above £10.
http://www.toolstation.com/shop/Electrical/Extension+Leads+RCDs/Switched+Surge+Trailing+Socket+4+Way+5m+Black/d190/sd2470/p65907 :beer: