{"id":419,"date":"2020-06-22T17:57:39","date_gmt":"2020-06-22T17:57:39","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/offices.vassar.edu\/residentiallife\/?page_id=419"},"modified":"2025-09-02T21:06:17","modified_gmt":"2025-09-02T21:06:17","slug":"appliances","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/offices.vassar.edu\/residential-life\/procedures\/personal-property\/appliances\/","title":{"rendered":"Appliances"},"content":{"rendered":"<!-- Inserted by Dropdownizer plugin. Forces video embeds contained in dropdowns to have a size --><style>.dropdownizer__dropdown iframe { width: 100% !important; height: 100% !important; }<\/style>\n<p>Extension cords, hot plates, halogen lamps, immersion coils, air conditioners, freezers, dishwashers, washing machines, and open-coil appliances are <strong>prohibited<\/strong>&nbsp;in college residences as they pose a threat of electrical overload and\/or fire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Space heaters may only be used when installed by Facilities Operations. Micro-fridges, computers, stereos, televisions, radios, irons, non-commercial hairdryers, and other similar appliances are permitted unless specifically prohibited by the Office of Residential Life. All appliances must have a manufacturer\u2019s label that shows the listing by a nationally recognized testing laboratory (e.g., ETL, UL, etc.). We strongly recommend the use of a surge protector(s). Extension cords are not permitted. Care should be taken to prevent fire hazards resulting from excessive use of appliances and over-dependence on power strips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lamps: A Special Safety Advisory<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The use of halogen lamps is prohibited. Carefully read all safety instructions and warnings that accompany any lamp.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Never use bulbs of a higher wattage or of a different style than is recommended by the manufacturer\u2019s instructions. Compact fluorescent bulbs are recommended.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Never remove or discard a bulb that is hot to the touch; don\u2019t try to operate a lamp that has damaged or missing parts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do not place lamps near clothing, draperies, or bedding, as incidental contact with the lamp bulb could ignite the material. Keep lamps away from windows, bunk beds, and closets.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>NEVER place materials such as towels or clothing on top of lamps.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid placing lamps in locations where they may be knocked over.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Always remember to turn off or unplug any lamp when changing bulbs or when leaving your room\/apartment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Refrigerators<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Main House residents may only have one unit per single room, one-room double, or suite. Refrigerators may not be greater than 5 cubic feet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"425\" height=\"425\" src=\"https:\/\/offices.vassar.edu\/residential-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/50\/docs\/FridgeWithLogo.png\" alt=\"Mini refrigerator and microwave combo.\" class=\"wp-image-1555 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/offices.vassar.edu\/residential-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/50\/docs\/FridgeWithLogo.png 425w, https:\/\/offices.vassar.edu\/residential-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/50\/docs\/FridgeWithLogo-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/offices.vassar.edu\/residential-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/50\/docs\/FridgeWithLogo-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/offices.vassar.edu\/residential-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/50\/docs\/FridgeWithLogo-220x220.png 220w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 425px) 100vw, 425px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.mymicrofridge.com\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"http:\/\/www.mymicrofridge.com\/\">Order the Microfridge 3-in-1 appliance<\/a> designed for residence halls. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Watch a short <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=9zw-OQ7C9x0\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=9zw-OQ7C9x0\">informational video<\/a>. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The following appliances may be used in student rooms and apartments:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Clocks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hair dryers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sewing machines<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Electric brooms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Electric razors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Electric toothbrushes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hot pots with automatic controls<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Curling irons<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vacuum cleaners<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Home computers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fans<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Radios<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>VCR\/DVD\/Blu-ray players<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gaming consoles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Electric coffee pots with automatic controls<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Humidifiers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Record players\/CD players<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Typewriters<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tape recorders<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Televisions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Slide projectors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Irons with automatic shut-off<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The following appliances may be used in the South Commons, Town&nbsp;House or Terrace&nbsp;Apartments, but only in the kitchens:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Toasters<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Woks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Percolators<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Frying pans<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Toaster ovens<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Other hot pots<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Popcorn poppers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Microwaves<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Extension cords, hot plates, halogen lamps, immersion coils, air conditioners, freezers, dishwashers, washing machines, and open-coil appliances are prohibited&nbsp;in college residences as they pose a threat of electrical overload and\/or fire. Space heaters may only be used when installed by Facilities Operations. 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