The article clarifies misconceptions about electricity meters exploding due to high-power appliances like ACs, geysers, and induction stoves. Modern digital meters are designed to handle high loads safely. The primary risk of fire or short circuits comes from weak internal home wiring rather than the meter itself. Safety devices like MCBs protect homes by tripping during overloads. While overloading doesn't damage the meter, it can lead to penalties from the electricity department if it exceeds the sanctioned limit.
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