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as cylinder
stored in the body of the heater. Its use is prohibited in
most states and localities in the United States.
* Follow the manufacturer's instructions for lighting the
pilot. Gas vapors may accumulate and ignite explosively,
burning your hand or face.
* Light matches, if needed for lighting the pilot, before
turning on the gas to prevent gas buildup.
* Do not operate a vented style heater unvented. It could
allow combustion products, including carbon monoxide, to
reach dangerous levels which will result in illness and
death.
Portable Electric Heaters
The Commission estimates that half the deaths and
one-third of the injuries resulting from electric heater fires
occurred at night when family members were asleep and the
heater unattended. The Commission is also concerned about the
use of power or extension cords which can be too small to
supply the amount of current required by the typical portable
electric heater.
You should be able to respond "yes" to the following
safety statements.
Yes No
1. The heater is operated at least three
feet away from upholstered furniture,
drapes, bedding and other combustible
materials. _____ _____
2. The extension cord (if used) is
marked #14 or #12 American Wire Gauge
(AWG). _____ _____
3. The heater is used on the floor. _____ _____
4. The heater is turned off when family
members leave the house or are
sleeping. _____ _____
Recommendations:
* Operate heater away from combustible materials. Do not
place heaters where towels or the like could fall on the
appliance and trigger a fire.
* Avoid using extension cords unless absolutely necessary.
If you must use an extension cord with your electric
heater, make sure it is marked with a power rating at
least as high as that of the heater itself. Keep the cord
stretched out. Do not permit the cord to become buried
under carpeting or rugs. Do not place anything on top of
the cord.
* Never place heaters on cabinets, tables, furniture or the
like. Never use heaters to dry wearing apparel or shoes.
Cooking Equipment
Cooking equipment is estimated to be associated with more
than 100,000 fires annually, and almost 400 deaths, and 5,000
injuries. Gas cooking equipment accounts for about 30,000
fires, and electric cooking equipment for about 55,000 fires.
You should be able to respond "yes" to the following safety
statements.
Yes No
1. The storage area above the stove is
free of flammable and combustible
items. _____ _____
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