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Expert Tips On How To
Safely Use A Space Heater
New information from the National Fire
Protection Association tells us that heating equipment is the
leading cause of home fires during the months of December, January
and February. All types of common space heating equipment are
involved in home fires, including portable electric heaters and
portable kerosene heaters.
Here are some safety precautions you should take if you plan on
using a space heater this winter…
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Portable space heaters need a
three-foot (one meter) clearance from anything that can burn.
They should always be turned off when leaving the room or going
to sleep.
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When buying a new unit, make sure
it carries the mark of an independent testing lab.
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Portable kerosene heaters must be
fueled only in a well-ventilated area, free of flame and other
heat sources, and only when the device has cooled completely
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