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It depends on a number of factors, such as the current rating of the cooker, the distance from the s...
View full answerThere is no specific requirement for a distance between electrical outlets and sources of water like...
View full answerWe advise against storing a freezer on top of the washing machine. Aside from the risk of the freeze...
View full answerYou should avoid using adaptors for items like kettles and toasters. They generate a considerable am...
View full answerIt sounds like you have a problem with your lighting circuit and therefore we suggest that you get a...
View full answerThere is not a legal requirement for a specific distance but, we advise that you should have at leas...
View full answerOnly metal items supplied with the microwave, such as a wire rack, can be placed in a microwave. Unl...
View full answerYou should only ever microwave things which clearly state that they are microwave safe. Do not use a...
View full answerYou can heat up water in a microwave, but overheating can cause the water to become superheated and ...
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