Running a 2.5KW heater through plug socket

[sidekickdmr]

Good afternoon,

I've a old cottage, apparently the wiring is relatively good and done in the last 20 years or so, but I'm looking to get a plug in 2.5 KW oil filled rad to take the chill off during this really cold period.

The gumpf states "do not plug into an extension lead due to fire risk" due to the large power consumption.

Will a old plastic double wall socket tucked away behind the sofa, at the furthest point from the fuse board really be any different to an extension lead in a new build?

Thoughts?

[sidekickdmr]

Cheers guys, my mind is at rest and its working perfectly!

[sidekickdmr]

How does that work with drum extention leads?



I have a 50 meter one so I can reach the end of the garden, thats on a drum so its "coiled" and never had it overheat despite using angle grinders and cement mixers on it.