Do you have your machine plugged into a surge protector?

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12-25-2015, 06:21 PM

#51

MarleneC

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I use an APC back-up which acts as a surge protector plus gives a backup of so much time in which to turn off the computer. I do shut it and the computer down every night. I forget what it cost but it is not as cheap as a surge protector. I have 3 of them. 1 for the computers and 2 for 2 different sewing machines.

12-25-2015, 07:05 PM

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madamekelly

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Originally Posted by osewme

I don't have a surge protector for my sewing machine but was curious as to how many of you have one & what kind do you use? In stormy weather I always unplug my machine and also my computer but think I need a "good" protector since my machine is computerized. All advice would be appreciated.

Ok, you unplug it during storms, but what happens to it if you are not at home when the storm hits? Get a good surge protector, better safe than sorry. They are much cheaper than a trip to the repair person, or worse buying a new motherboard or new machine. Protect your tools. Life is a drag when they break.

12-25-2015, 07:40 PM

#53

CMARAS1234

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I have surge protector insurance for all electronics, Got a new computer 4 yrs ago because of it..cost about 4 dollars a month.cmaras1234

12-26-2015, 07:17 AM

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jmoore

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Absolutely and if I'm traveling, I unplug everything. I am curious now about the battery backup posted earlier.

12-26-2015, 08:01 AM

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shasta5718

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I have the surge protector and for my expensive embroidery machine I was told to get a battery back up. I was told that not only surges, but variations and lower voltage can damage the machine. I picked up an inexpensive one at Best Buy for 50 and haven had any problems since.

12-26-2015, 09:12 AM

#56

tenngal

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Same with me, my machines are too precious to lose!

12-26-2015, 05:02 PM

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nstitches4u

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My machine is computerized, so I have it plugged into a UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply). It is a surge protector as well. In case of a power outage, my machine will stay on for 20 minutes allowing me time to shut it down properly.

12-26-2015, 05:17 PM

#58

quiltmaker52

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We have a whole house protector installed by the electric company. We pay $5.95 a month for this. Because we had this installed, they gave us several plug-in surge protectors, and we purchased a few more from them. If anything happens to appliances plugged into them because of a surge, the power company pays, not us.