Mistakes to avoid while using a room heater: - Do you use a room heater? Don't make these mistakes even by mistake

You must have also heard the discussions about Delhi's winter... Well, this winter is wreaking havoc not only in Delhi but in other places too. December and January are counted among the coldest months. In such a situation, no matter how much you try to keep the house cosy, if any window remains open, then understand that the room has become cold.

In such a situation, room heaters have been made to help us, which are very useful for heating the room. In winter, heaters are generally used in every second house. This is why you should invest in a good room heater.

Room heaters may heat your room, but you should also take special care while using them. If they are not used properly, you may suffer loss instead of profit. Let us tell you what things you should keep in mind while using the heater and what mistakes you should not make at all.

Buy only good and certified room heaters

Most of us, to buy a cheap heater, buy a local heater with no certificate, which does not last long and can be dangerous. Let us tell you that all electric appliances get certificates for testing from the Bureau of Indian Standards. They are obtained based on their safety criteria. The details of the appliances are written in it, which is required to be given to its manufacturer. Therefore, you should always buy BIS-certified room heaters, because there is no risk in them and they are secure.

Keep heaters at a distance of one meter

Do you also have a habit of sitting on the bed with the heaters on? Many people do this by sitting very close to the heater to warm their hands and feet. But this should not be done at all. Place the heater a little away from you to heat the room and get the full feeling of warmth. You should keep the heater at a distance of at least one meter from yourself. The reason for this is that there can be a risk of fire around the bed or in any place in the room where there are clothes etc.

Many people also use it to dry clothes. Do not use it at all to dry socks, towels and small clothes. This can be dangerous.

Don't let children around at all

Whenever you use an electric heater, keep in mind that it should not be kept near children. If the heater is on, keep children away from the room as small children can often go around it while playing.

Try to turn on the heater only when the children are not in the room or feed them outside for some time. When the room becomes warm, remove the heater from the switchboard and keep it out of reach. Do this even if you have pets in your house.

Do not keep heaters near the kitchen and bathroom

Some people keep a heater near their feet even while working in the kitchen. If you also have this habit, then do not do this at all. Heaters should not be used in any place where water is used. Water splashing into the heater can be dangerous. This is an electrical system where water can cause a spark. There may be a risk of fire in it. It may also cause electric shock.

Pay attention to the safety measures of the heater

As we told you a good heater is BIS certified, so choose such a heater for yourself. BIS-certified room heaters have good safety features and guarantee that no damage will occur in case of danger. For example, suppose the heater falls, gets damaged or suddenly increases while moving. If its temperature increases, its safety measures will guarantee these things and it will have an overheating sensor which will not allow any kind of danger to arise in such a situation.

Do not use a faulty heater at all

Anyone uses the heater only for a month or two. Only when the cold increases too much. After this, it is packed and kept in the store. Whenever you remove the heater next winter or during winter, do not plug it directly in but check it carefully first.

Check that the cord has not become loose or is not cut anywhere. The cord is not getting warm when the heater is running. Use a clean cloth to remove dust from the heater. Keep the heater in a dry place to avoid any risk of rusting. Keep them wrapped in plastic wrap to protect them from dust. If after running the heater, you smell a burning smell, wait a few seconds. If this smell becomes strong, turn off the heater. Show it immediately and then use it. Make sure to get the heater serviced before using it.

When it comes to room heaters, it is necessary to follow these safety measures. These will be useful in protecting you from any kind of danger in future.

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