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The three main types of fuses found in plugs are 3 amp, 5 amp and 13 amp. The table below shows the power range for each fuse type, this means that the fuse is suitable for devices within the range stated below.
Fuse | Power Range (Watts) |
3 Amp | Up to 700 Watts |
13 Amp | 700 to 3000 Watts |
The power rating for a particular device is usually written on the back of the device or if not it should be in the instruction manual.
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