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Pictograph: Plug Major Appliances Into a Wall Outlet

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Major appliances should be plugged directly into a wall outlet. Never use an extension cord with a major appliance - it can easily overheat and start a fire.

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This pictograph shows you to plug appliances into wall outlets.
This pictograph shows you to plug appliances into wall outlets.