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If you, like other people, have the habit of, after finishing charging your cell phone, leaving your charger still plugged in, it’s a good idea to be careful with this. (Read more below)
One of the risks is starting a fire, have you ever imagined how scary and extremely harmful this could be, both to you and to other people in the area? (Read more below)
To find out more details, continue reading the text and see the opinion of an electrician. (Read more below)
Tips from a professional – The charger’s function is nothing more than to convert alternating current into direct current to recharge the smartphone’s battery. (Read more below)
According to Rafael Silva, electrical engineer, when an individual stops charging their cell phone and still leaves the charger connected, the chance of bad things happening is very high, as the item continues to perform its function. In this situation, it is expected that the device will become very hot and lose its usefulness. (Read more below)
Another major problem is a short circuit, which generates interference in the device’s battery, reducing its useful life, and worst of all, a fire can be caused. (Read more below)
An action as easy as unplugging the charger from the socket serves to protect homes and the people who live there.(Read more below)
Charger Tips
In addition to unplugging the charger after use, it is worth giving preference to original chargers. (Read more below)
Although they have a higher price, they will help your device maintain a longer useful life and prevent damage. (Read more below)
Keep an eye on wires of dubious origin, as they can also harm your device. (Read more below)
When disconnected from the socket, do not pull them by the cables, as this can damage and corrupt the connections.
Source: Escola Educação
