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Old 07-16-2013, 03:58 AM
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Maybe it was your heater ... maybe it was the powerbar
Or maybe it was splashed/dripped on ...

Here's something for you to ponder ...

Any small amount of salt on the plug in your powerbar can cause issues as it will hold moisture and create a short circuit while it's even mildly moist
Saltwater is hundreds of times more conductive than plain water and a short can happen easily

Be very careful about keeping your powerbar clean and dry, and use a drip loop
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