Originally Posted by
kathidahl
I have to think about this...I use surge protectors..expensive ones rated for high capacity, but.....
"I know that lightning can follow wires even if the switches are off"
....isn't this true of ANY electrical product...I don't unplug my fridge, my washer, my humidifier, my lamps...where lies the difference?
I think you are making a correct assumption. I see a lot of people unplug almost everything. But my computerized sewing machine is precious to me, and I think is very touchy. Other things are not quite so expensive to replace either. We have our TV and everything connected to it plugged into outlets that are controlled by a light switch on the other side of the room. I suppose that should be unplugged too, but we never do.