JAKARTA - PT Kereta Api Indonesia (Persero) Regional Operation (Daop) 1 Jakarta emphasized that the plug-in facility inside the train is only for low-powered devices, such as mobile phones, laptops, tablets, and other supporting devices.
"The electricity in the train is prioritized to support the main facilities, such as air conditioning, lighting, automatic door systems, and passenger information devices. There is no additional capacity for the use of large-capacity electrical devices," said KAI Public Relations Manager Daop 1 Jakarta Franoto Wibowo as reported by ANTARA, Friday, April 24.
Previously viral, a train passenger used an electric stove to cook instant noodles. After being 'rugged' by netizens and immediately reminded by KAI admin, the passenger apologized via Threads account.
He explained that a number of devices, such as rice cookers, hair dryers, and other heating elements, have high power consumption that can trigger overload.
If it is overloaded, the electrical system can experience interference or trip, which results in the shutdown of major facilities and disruption of travel comfort and safety.
Franoto said the use of inappropriate electrical appliances also has the potential to cause excessive heat in the installation, short circuit, fire risk, and cause smoke in a closed space, which disturbs other passengers.
The affirmation is also important following the viral incident on social media regarding the use of high-powered electrical equipment for cooking in the train.
This action, according to Franoto, is a form of abuse of facilities that can endanger travel safety.
"We emphasize that every facility at the station and on the train is part of a service system that must be maintained together. Misuse of facilities not only violates the rules, but can also endanger the safety of all customers," said Franoto.
In addition to being inside the train, KAI also provides charging facilities in the station area. In addition, a number of stations have also been equipped with coworking spaces that allow passengers to work more comfortably before departure.
Franoto hopes that all passengers will understand the importance of maintaining public facilities and not taking actions that could potentially disrupt railway operations and safety.
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