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A space heater by itself will not cause a fire. However, not following the space heater safety guidelines may start a fire. Actions that may increase the risk of fire include, but are not limited to: Leaving blankets or clothes on the heater, leaving anything flammable near the heater, and leaving the heater on in an unattended environment.
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Is it safe to have a space heater?
It is safe to have a space heater, but it does have risks like anything else. If someone wants to use a space heater, they should be very careful.
Is it efficient to use a Valco Infrared heater as a space heater?
Valco Infrared heater can be used as a space heater. The can save you lots of money on energy costs.
How many watts does a space heater use?
Depends upon the size, but it will be listed on the space heater for whatever speed you set. Sometimes the nameplates are difficult to find and might be located on the bottom of the space heater.
Why fired heater are kept upwind in refinery?
If heater is downwind, any hydrocarbon leak can get into its fire box, potentially leading to fire and explosion
How is resistance used in a space heater?
In an electrical space heater, electrical current dissipates energy into heat, and the heat radiates from the element. In a fuel powered space heater, an orifice throttles the fuel feed (resistance to flow), which controls the heating rate. In a steam powered space heater, an orifice throttles the steam (resistance to flow), which controls the heating rate.
Do space heaters increase the risk of fire?
Yes, space heaters do increase the risk of fire. However, as long as you are safe, and the space heater is in good working condition, it will be fine to use a space heater.
What are the space limitations for space heaters?
To avoid fire from a space heater, the space heater should be set up at least five feet away from any furniture, curtains, bedding or anything flammable.
How do I make my space heater hotter?
Adjusting the controls of the heater itself is the only safe way to make a space heater hotter. Manipulation of the inner workings is a surefire way to start a fire or electrocute oneself.
Does a hissing sound coming from the wall where a space heater is plugged in indicate a problem with the wiring or cause a fire?
It might. Does the sound follow the space heater to a different outlet? If you place your head between the space heater and the outlet, does the hissing sound come from the wall, or from the heater? Sometimes different sounds come from different sides of applicances, and these sounds can reflect off the wall. A standard vacuum cleaner and some electric irons draw about the same current as a space heater. Is the sound present with either of those plugged into the same outlet instead? It might be a snake, saying "thank you" for the warmth.
How often do you need to repair or maintain your heater?
YOU SHOULD REPAIR YOUR HEATER EVERY 5 YEARS. IT IS GOOD TO CHECK YOUR HEATER MONTHLY TO MAKE SURE YOUR NOT WASTING ENERGY.NOT MAINTAING YOUR HEATER CAN ALSO CAUSE FIRE HAZZARDS.
What would cause smoke to come out of heater ac control box on 94 Chev Astro Van?
A Fire!
Is it safe to have a space heater?
It is safe to have a space heater, but it does have risks like anything else. If someone wants to use a space heater, they should be very careful.
Is it efficient to use a Valco Infrared heater as a space heater?
Valco Infrared heater can be used as a space heater. The can save you lots of money on energy costs.
Where can you get a good space heater?
The local hardware store, or online at various stores. Just google "space heater".
How many watts does a space heater use?
Depends upon the size, but it will be listed on the space heater for whatever speed you set. Sometimes the nameplates are difficult to find and might be located on the bottom of the space heater.
When is a micathermic heater required?
A micathermic heater is used where there is not much space to place a conventional heater. They can be mounted on a wall like a picture which saves foot space.
Is there fire in space?
fire can't exist in space, because there is no Oxygen in space and thats what fire feeds from
