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6 Tips to Ensure Your Electronic Equipment Lasts Longer

Last Updated on July 15,2017 by Kevin Chen


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We live in a technology-driven world and depend on a variety of electronic equipment to get through the day. Take your mobile phone, for example. Your life will come to a halt without this tiny, but indispensable electronic gadget. In other words, each electronic appliance, whether it is a laptop or a microwave oven, plays a vital role in improving your personal as well as professional life.

 

As a result, one tends to invest a significant amount of money in electronic equipment. But, to redeem your investment, you need to ensure that these gadgets can last longer. Most companies also have good exchange offers that you can avail only if your electronic equipment is in excellent working condition.

 

The following six tips will help you increase the lifespan of your electronic equipment so you can get the most out of your investment.

Read the User Manual

The user manual is your most reliable source to learn to use a product. Unfortunately, most people throw it away without even opening it. Proper use of the equipment will certainly lead to its longer life, thus reducing the repairing and maintenance expenses related to it. However, this is not the only benefit of reading user manuals. Doing so can also protect you from potentially life threatening situations.

 

In fact, some high-voltage electronic appliances can cause serious injuries or even death when used inappropriately. So, whether you have bought an expensive air conditioner or a water purifier, make sure to read the user manual carefully before operating it.

Maintain the Right Operating Temperature

Most electronic gadgets work best under a certain range of operating temperature. Forcing the equipment to operate under too hot or too cold conditions will cause wear and tear in the long term. For example, placing your refrigerator or deep freezer next to a heat source such as a stove or a radiator or in direct sunlight will force it to work harder, resulting in the consumption of more energy and a reduced life span.

 

In short, you must prevent any electronic equipment from overheating or over-freezing. However, it is the overheating you need to be more worried about as cold is usually less harmful to appliances than heat. So, make sure your electronic devices are kept in areas that are well-ventilated. For example, making sure that the air around the back of your fridge or microwave can circulate properly will increase the efficiency and the longevity of these devices. As mentioned in the previous point, reading the user manual is the best way to know about the right operating environment of an electronic appliance.

 

Check for Signs of Wear and Tear

Every electronic equipment undergoes normal wear and tear. Despite regular maintenance, some of the components may wear down more frequently than others. So, you need to take preventive measures to ensure that such components jeopardize neither the appliance's performance nor user's safety.

 

Several red flags such as vibration, shock, overheating, and friction indicate the wear and tear of your appliances. Excessive vibration is a sign of gears and belts being out of alignment. Electric shock indicates inappropriate setup or damaged wiring. Overheating may be a sign of a damaged key component that needs replacement or simply the lack of overall maintenance. The moment you notice any of these signs, identify the faulty components and replace them with genuine ones immediately. Consult an expert if necessary.

 

Clean Your Appliances Regularly


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Even the simplest home appliances are vulnerable to infestation by dust, germs, mold, and corrosion. In other words, maintaining cleanliness is crucial for extending their life. For example, emptying your electric iron’s water tank after each use can ensure that it lasts longer.

 

Clean the interior as well as the exterior of each instrument. For example, when cleaning the refrigerator, make sure to clean the condenser coil on the back of the machine as well along with the interior. Over accumulation of dust on the condenser can make the machine work harder, increasing your energy consumption while reducing the overall cooling efficiency.

Most household appliances such as vacuum cleaners, coffee makers, and even air conditioners use a variety of filters. Make sure to replace them on a regular basis. Clogged filters will not only reduce efficiency, but may also lead to potentially dangerous accidents. Check out this article to learn more about keeping your home appliances clean.

Use Surge Protectors

 

One of the most common factors that can cause your appliances to malfunction is an unexpected voltage spike or a power surge. That's why every household and office should have surge protectors. These cheap, compact instruments help to even-out sudden peaks of electricity, particularly safeguarding sensitive electronic equipment.

 

Surge protectors are available as power strips or as whole-house surge protection devices (SPD). Usually, people use power strips or plug-in surge protectors to protect electronic equipment such as TVs, laptops, computers, and printers. However, most power strips are not capable of handling high-voltage spikes, thus putting your heavy-duty appliances at risk. A whole-house surge protection device, on the other hand, can protect all your home appliances, even from big power surges. Plus, with an SPD installed, you need not worry about using multiple devices simultaneously.

 

Use It or Lose It

Most electronic appliances not only degrade during use, they also start losing efficiency if kept idle, particularly the ones that work on battery. So, if you have a computer that you haven't used in a while, you either need to start using it immediately or lose it. In short, avoid investing your money in something that you expect to use a long time from now.

Conclusion

Technology helps make our life so much easier. However, we have become so dependent on it that all hell breaks loose if any electronic equipment stops working. Even worst, the repairing costs may end up putting a big dent in your monthly budget. Besides, poorly maintained equipment consumes more energy, sending your power bills through the roof. That's why you need to keep your household appliances in good working condition. These six tips can significantly extend the life of electronic equipment in your office and home.

 


Author
Kevin Chen
Founder / Writer at Rantle East Electronic Trading Co.,Limited
I am Kevin Chen, I graduated from University of Electronic Science and Technology of China in 2000. I am an electrical and electronic engineer with 23 years of experience, in charge of writting content for ICRFQ. I am willing use my experiences to create reliable and necessary electronic information to help our readers. We welcome readers to engage with us on various topics related to electronics such as IC chips, Diode, Transistor, Module, Relay, opticalcoupler, Connectors etc. Please feel free to share your thoughts and questions on these subjects with us. We look forward to hearing from you!
Home > 6 Tips to Ensure Your Electronic Equipment Lasts Longer

6 Tips to Ensure Your Electronic Equipment Lasts Longer


Source - https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Small_appliance.jpg

 

We live in a technology-driven world and depend on a variety of electronic equipment to get through the day. Take your mobile phone, for example. Your life will come to a halt without this tiny, but indispensable electronic gadget. In other words, each electronic appliance, whether it is a laptop or a microwave oven, plays a vital role in improving your personal as well as professional life.

 

As a result, one tends to invest a significant amount of money in electronic equipment. But, to redeem your investment, you need to ensure that these gadgets can last longer. Most companies also have good exchange offers that you can avail only if your electronic equipment is in excellent working condition.

 

The following six tips will help you increase the lifespan of your electronic equipment so you can get the most out of your investment.

Read the User Manual

The user manual is your most reliable source to learn to use a product. Unfortunately, most people throw it away without even opening it. Proper use of the equipment will certainly lead to its longer life, thus reducing the repairing and maintenance expenses related to it. However, this is not the only benefit of reading user manuals. Doing so can also protect you from potentially life threatening situations.

 

In fact, some high-voltage electronic appliances can cause serious injuries or even death when used inappropriately. So, whether you have bought an expensive air conditioner or a water purifier, make sure to read the user manual carefully before operating it.

Maintain the Right Operating Temperature

Most electronic gadgets work best under a certain range of operating temperature. Forcing the equipment to operate under too hot or too cold conditions will cause wear and tear in the long term. For example, placing your refrigerator or deep freezer next to a heat source such as a stove or a radiator or in direct sunlight will force it to work harder, resulting in the consumption of more energy and a reduced life span.

 

In short, you must prevent any electronic equipment from overheating or over-freezing. However, it is the overheating you need to be more worried about as cold is usually less harmful to appliances than heat. So, make sure your electronic devices are kept in areas that are well-ventilated. For example, making sure that the air around the back of your fridge or microwave can circulate properly will increase the efficiency and the longevity of these devices. As mentioned in the previous point, reading the user manual is the best way to know about the right operating environment of an electronic appliance.

 

Check for Signs of Wear and Tear

Every electronic equipment undergoes normal wear and tear. Despite regular maintenance, some of the components may wear down more frequently than others. So, you need to take preventive measures to ensure that such components jeopardize neither the appliance's performance nor user's safety.

 

Several red flags such as vibration, shock, overheating, and friction indicate the wear and tear of your appliances. Excessive vibration is a sign of gears and belts being out of alignment. Electric shock indicates inappropriate setup or damaged wiring. Overheating may be a sign of a damaged key component that needs replacement or simply the lack of overall maintenance. The moment you notice any of these signs, identify the faulty components and replace them with genuine ones immediately. Consult an expert if necessary.

 

Clean Your Appliances Regularly


   Source – http://maxpixel.freegreatpicture.com/Kitchen-Microwave-Appliances-Oven-Refrigerator-993782

 

Even the simplest home appliances are vulnerable to infestation by dust, germs, mold, and corrosion. In other words, maintaining cleanliness is crucial for extending their life. For example, emptying your electric iron’s water tank after each use can ensure that it lasts longer.

 

Clean the interior as well as the exterior of each instrument. For example, when cleaning the refrigerator, make sure to clean the condenser coil on the back of the machine as well along with the interior. Over accumulation of dust on the condenser can make the machine work harder, increasing your energy consumption while reducing the overall cooling efficiency.

Most household appliances such as vacuum cleaners, coffee makers, and even air conditioners use a variety of filters. Make sure to replace them on a regular basis. Clogged filters will not only reduce efficiency, but may also lead to potentially dangerous accidents. Check out this article to learn more about keeping your home appliances clean.

Use Surge Protectors

 

One of the most common factors that can cause your appliances to malfunction is an unexpected voltage spike or a power surge. That's why every household and office should have surge protectors. These cheap, compact instruments help to even-out sudden peaks of electricity, particularly safeguarding sensitive electronic equipment.

 

Surge protectors are available as power strips or as whole-house surge protection devices (SPD). Usually, people use power strips or plug-in surge protectors to protect electronic equipment such as TVs, laptops, computers, and printers. However, most power strips are not capable of handling high-voltage spikes, thus putting your heavy-duty appliances at risk. A whole-house surge protection device, on the other hand, can protect all your home appliances, even from big power surges. Plus, with an SPD installed, you need not worry about using multiple devices simultaneously.

 

Use It or Lose It

Most electronic appliances not only degrade during use, they also start losing efficiency if kept idle, particularly the ones that work on battery. So, if you have a computer that you haven't used in a while, you either need to start using it immediately or lose it. In short, avoid investing your money in something that you expect to use a long time from now.

Conclusion

Technology helps make our life so much easier. However, we have become so dependent on it that all hell breaks loose if any electronic equipment stops working. Even worst, the repairing costs may end up putting a big dent in your monthly budget. Besides, poorly maintained equipment consumes more energy, sending your power bills through the roof. That's why you need to keep your household appliances in good working condition. These six tips can significantly extend the life of electronic equipment in your office and home.