In the cold winter, furnaces, heaters and air conditioners work extremely hard in the home and offices. The safety accidents happen sometimes. It is easy to break out fires in the dry environment.
Furnaces and heaters are the two potential fire sources. Therefore, just remember deep the safety tips for utilizing the furnaces and heaters. It is too late if the fire is broken out.
What are the tips on using the heaters?
To avoid the unwilling fires, some flammable things should stay far away from the heaters, at least three feet. The flammable things include clothing, curtains, furniture, carpeting, paper files, and so on. It is really stupid to put anything combustible on or around the heaters unless you want the fire instantly.
As to your space heater, absolutely no extension cords, no damaged or frayed cords, no broken outlet. Meanwhile, place the space heater on a flat, level surface, away from wet or damp areas.
Of course, a UL seal indicates that the heater is certified safe to use.
Then what are the tips about furnaces?
Simply speaking, keep the furnace clean.
Keep the filters clean, free of dust. It’s suggested to clean or change the filters every 1-2 months.
Keep the exhaust vent clean, away from leaves, branches, or other obstacles.
Keep the roof vent clean. No snow, no ice.
Keep the furnace closet clean. No dry clothes.
Keep the blower motor and fan clean, clear of dust.
Besides, a programmable thermostat should work smoothly.
One important point is to confirm the pilot light burns smoothly with a blue flame. If there is yellow-orange flame, it’s dangerous for there may be carbon monoxide produced. You need a detector to check whether it is safe.
Avoiding the fire and poisonous air like carbon monoxide means it’s safe to use heaters and furnaces.
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