Be careful of burns if you use these "winter magic tools" incorrectly!

Winter is cold, and people begin to pay attention to keeping warm. Many people have prepared various electric heating devices such as electric heaters, electric blankets, and hand warmers.

However, while bringing warmth, we must also always pay attention to hidden safety hazards. Recently, someone forgot to turn off the power after using a small solar heater for heating, which caused a fire. The entire house was burned down and thick smoke filled the entire floor.

The following "wintering magic tools" can be dangerous if used incorrectly. Let's learn how to use them correctly.

01

Electric blanket

Beware of electric shock and fire

8. Don't use it for a long time When using an electric blanket, be sure to preheat it first and then unplug it. Don't leave it on for too long and turn it off before going to bed. Too high a temperature not only poses a safety hazard, but also reduces sleep quality.

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12. Avoid getting wet. If it gets wet, there is a risk of electric shock.

13. Do not fold it. Folding it for a long time may damage the internal wires, which may cause leakage when used.

14. Regular inspection and replacement Even if the electric blanket is of good quality, it cannot be used for a long time. After a few years of use, the electric blanket will break and become dangerous. The general service life of a household electric blanket is 6 years.

02

Electric heater

Beware of fire

21. Avoid contact with open flames When using electric heaters for heating, be sure to stay away from open flames. Also, do not use air fresheners, toilet water, etc. nearby to avoid the risk of explosion.

22. Keep away from flammable items When in use, the temperature of the machine body is generally high, so keep it at least 1 meter away from flammable items, especially clothes, bedding and paper items at home.

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27. Cannot be covered or blocked: The surface of the electric heater cannot be covered with clothes during use, otherwise it may cause a fire.

28. If oil leakage or abnormal noise occurs during use, stop using it, do not disassemble it by yourself, and find a professional to repair it.

03

Hand Warmer

Beware of burns and explosions

34. Try to choose the electric heating wire style The hand warmers on the market are generally divided into electrode heating and electric heating wire heating. Try to choose the latter when buying. The electrode charging internal liquid is charged, and if the seal is not good, it is easy to leak electricity. The electric heating wire is relatively safe. If you can see a heater with a clear arc shape, it is mostly an electric heating wire type hand warmer.

35. Do not use it for a long time. Whether it is electrode heating or electric wire heating, do not use it for a long time to avoid the risk of scalding the skin.

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40. Do not use while charging When using the hand warmer, avoid using it while charging to prevent the risk of explosion.

41. Don’t put hand warmers in bedding. Try not to use hand warmers when you rest at night, and don’t put hand warmers in bedding to avoid burns and accidents.

42. Pay attention to the service life You should regularly check whether the power line is damaged and whether there is heat during the charging process. Hand warmers that have exceeded their service life should be discarded to eliminate safety hazards.

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Warm patch

Beware of low temperature burns

49. Avoid prolonged use When a part of the human body is exposed to a temperature above 45°C for a long time, the sensory nerve endings of the skin gradually adapt and will not cause a pain response. Long-term use is very likely to cause deep burns.

50. Do not use when sleeping Although the pain of low-temperature burns is not obvious, the damage is deep and the skin may become red, swollen, blistered, peeled, and white. This is especially true for the elderly, diabetics, and other groups who are not sensitive to temperature. So do not use it when sleeping to avoid burns.

51. Do not use it directly on the skin . Do not use it directly on the skin. Use it on clothes through a layer of cloth and avoid the weak skin on the hands and inner legs.

Special reminder for electrical fires in winter

56. If you encounter an electrical fire, cut off the power immediately. Never use water to put out the fire. Instead, use a dry powder fire extinguisher.
57. When using multiple heating devices at the same time, be careful not to overload the electricity.
58. In case of fire, do not be greedy for property, cover your mouth and nose to escape, and call 119 immediately. Source: CCTV News

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