Question

Is it normal for the plug on the cord of my electric space heater to get warm?

The cord end where it plugs into the electrical outlet is getting warm. When I went to unplug the electric space heater I noticed the plug was warm to the touch?

It's not burning hot but just warm. Is it a normal thing for a cord on a space heater to get a little warm?

Answer 1

The plug on your space heater can get a little warm but if it's getting too hot you should stop using it.

Check to see if the outlet is not holding the plug in tight. A bad electrical outlet that doesn't hold the plug in tight can cause a plug to overheat due to loose connections.

The connection between the plug and outlet should be tight.