I had a lightning strike last night and this popped and made a loud noise and then burning wire smell. Is this normal (how they die)? Fire hazard?
64209
NOt normal but lightning can cause many problems depending on how close the strike. May not be a fire hazard but anything can help. As long as the equipment was protected, the unit is worth the investment.
64210
If the protected (green light) light is off and surge protector is plugged into a live power outlet, the surge protector has done its job and must be replaced. The warranty seems to cover lightning strikes, contact Belkin International, Inc., at 12045 E. Waterfront drive, Playa Vista, CA 90094, Attn: Claims Department or call (800) 223-5546 or use self service claim form at http://www.belkin.com/support. You must be the original owner of this product.
2263360
If you hook jumper cables up to your car they will spark too. This is normal.
922380
This is common when operating electric drills. I have a rechargeable drill that throws sparks out of the cooling vents and never had problems with it and I mean big one. On this drill I see some but not excessive. This is normal. SOme more than others and other wont show much but little sparks. Could be the commuter slightly offset (not really round) when out of manufacturing. However if it runs dont fix it. New brushes with have the same effect. My cordless drill still did it when I replaced the brushes. I wouldnt worry about it, unless you dont have much torque or it seems to bog down a lot. Otherwise dont be too concerned. I am happy with mine. Was the best drill I ever used. Hope this helps for you....
2231452
Yes it would more than likely cause a fire. I recommend a heavier gauge wire for 20 AMP
2139677
Im not sure if it would be a fire hazard or not. Those lights get pretty hot... sorry, but I hope this helps!
262324
I really don't know. I've heard that lighting tends to strike the objected highest off the ground. Lightning often strikes trees which should have the same EMF as this item. There's a large oak tree beside my house. So I hope it strikes the tree rather than the house.
168108
They are designed to protect against moderate voltage spikes. A direct lightning strike will haveNo trouble jumping over to the equipment side of the unit. The only sure way is to unplug everythingOr make sure your insurance will cover any lightning damage. I was stationed at a LF transmitter stationAnd saw a lightning strike in the helix house while disconnecting the transmitter from the antenna. ThatBall of lighting dancing around the copper shielded room is permanently impressed in my memory?
1165457
I m having the same issue on EVERY outlet with or w/o surge protector and will call tomorrow Makita support and or electrician since this in only happening with the charger which I did not use now for a month since I m concerned...don't like sparks flying at all.
1089252
Yes is normal because of the spark generated from the thermostat.........it is difficult in this time to be "clear " of EMF...have a good time Alexis
599928
You bet!! Replace it as soon as you can. The hot could cause sparks, then fire! Good luck!
771657
Yes, it sparks and bugs can catch fire and burn. Completely normal, though fried fly stinks!
747679
The heated end is "submerged" - I fail to see how that would possibly constitute a fire hazard. As for the plug end - I wouldn't think it's any more a fire hazard than any other electrical item you have plugged into a socket.
1143404
I have had mine for over a year using it consistently and have only replaced two and very recently the third. I have never had any problems with sparks. Where is the sealer sparking? I have used mine on highest setting and have not had any problems though it will shorten the life of the element. You might just have a faulty unit. I would double check to see that the element is screwed in snug at both ends. Possibly take the bottom off and expose the wiring and look for soot on wires or possibly case. Always do this with the unit unplugged.
1638033
A lightning strike wouldn't surprise me at all. These units are prone to that, since they are metal and outdoors. Definitely do not mean to insult you, but did you check the breaker? Ours trips sometimes. If you did check the breaker, then your board may well be out? Do you see any dark or burn spots on the back of the board? You'd have to check with Goldline to verify, but I think the sticker contains the model and possibly the serial number. What is the code printed after "PN:" on your board?
1235684
I just came home today and saw that one of my Livewire devices burned out during a lightning storm. This is unacceptable! They tell you not to connect them to a surge protector, yet they don't protect it against surges! How very convenient, that way you have to buy more of the damned things from them.
1264800
I would report that and exchange it for a new one. That can cause an electrical fire.
378738
Apparently you did not bother to read the comment I posted. The unit I got caught on fire when it was plugged in. As in call the fire department smoke. It was returned. Good luck.