Gadgets safety tips: Mobiles and laptops can also catch fire due to deadly heat, if you want to be safe, take this care.
Gadgets safety tips: There have been many incidents of AC catching fire and compressor bursting due to extreme heat. Recently, a video of an AC catching fire in a society in Noida and spreading throughout the flat went viral. A similar thing happened in Indore. This is said to be the result of extremely hot weather. This year the temperature has reached a high and most parts of North India are above 50 degree Celsius. Due to this, not only people, but also electronic devices like mobiles, laptops have become a threat.
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Smartphones, laptops, TVs can overheat and sometimes even catch fire in extreme heat. The question arises as to why these devices get so hot and what causes them to catch fire. While exploring those reasons, let us also know how to keep devices safe.
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Why do electronic devices overheat?
Electronic devices like smartphones, laptops and ACs generate heat when they are working. When the ambient temperature is high, the cooling mechanisms in these devices, such as fans and heat sinks, try to reduce the heat effectively. This makes them very hot. This process may damage some internal parts and may even cause a fire.
It is for this reason that you are not allowed to carry your electronic items and power bank with other luggage while traveling by air. You are asked to keep it in your cabin baggage. If stored in luggage, changes in pressure or temperature may cause the device to catch fire. Batteries and other parts in the gadget may overheat and cause fire in hotter environments.
Similarly, if you use your smartphone or laptop indoors during the afternoon, you may find that it heats up even without electricity. This happens because of the batteries installed inside them.
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Some reasons for devices overheating
Not having enough open air – Devices like laptops and TVs have holes to let heat out. Obstructing these openings in any way or placing these devices in confined spaces can prevent free air.
Continuous use – Using the device for a long time without taking a break increases the temperature of the device. The device heats up quickly especially during tasks like gaming or video editing.
Hot environment – Extreme temperature outside makes it difficult for the device to stay cool. The temperature rises further when the device is left in direct sunlight or in a car with direct sunlight running.
Dust – Bad fans, bad thermal paste or dust accumulation in your smartphone, AC, laptop and other devices can cause their cooling system to not work properly.
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How to cool down an overheated device?
> If you feel that the device is overheating, stop using it and let it rest. Turn off the device and unplug it from the power source. This stops further heat generation and cools the internal parts.
> Close unnecessary apps and dim the screen brightness. Keeping the smartphone on flight mode can reduce heat generation.
> Keep the device in a shady, cool place, away from direct sunlight. Removing the cover of the mobile can also help it dissipate heat faster. You can place your laptop upside down so that the fan at the bottom gets air.
> For laptops, cooling pads with built-in fans can provide additional airflow. Fans can be placed around large appliances such as TVs or gaming consoles to keep them cool.
What are the emergency measures in case of fire?
> Unplug the device immediately if possible. Switch off the main power supply for large appliances.
> If the fire is small and manageable, use a fire extinguisher designed for electrical fires. Do not use water, as this may cause further damage.
> Evacuate the workplace and call emergency services immediately if the fire spreads or you cannot control it.
> Do not attempt to reuse the device after a fire. Because if it is damaged by fire, the danger can increase.
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