Common sense and safety precautions for the use of electric blankets

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Common sense in the use of electric blankets
Other Matters About Electric Blanket Safety

Common sense in the use of electric blankets

1, can only be used for a maximum of 6 years

The aging and cracking of the power cord inside the electric blanket cannot be seen from the outside, so no matter if it is used or not, it must be replaced after 6 years of purchase. Otherwise, once the power cord ages and cracks, it will cause electric injury, burns, and even fire in serious cases.

For the service life of electric blankets, there are relevant regulations in the country, usually only 6 years at most, which will be indicated in the manual of electric blankets. This is because, with the growth of the use time of the electric blanket, the inner heating wire and the outer insulating material will experience different degrees of aging. The electric blanket itself is a product with low safety. If the expired electric blanket is used, it is likely to cause dangerous accidents such as electric leakage, electric shock, and burns.

2. Check carefully before use

Before using the electric blanket for the first time, you should check the electric blanket carefully. If the surface, power cord, thermostat, and plug are damaged or loose, the surface of the blanket is charred, and the electric blanket is not hot or only partially heated after power-on, it means that the electric blanket may be damaged or loose. If there is a fault, stop using it immediately.

3. It must be flattened when used

The electric blanket should be laid flat on the bed and cannot be folded to avoid local overheating. In particular, straight-line electric heating blankets are best laid flat on a hard bed, not on a softer bed such as a Simmons bed, otherwise, the heating wire will be easily deformed or broken, causing electric shock and fire. When storing, it should not be curled or pressed under other heavy objects, and it can be gently stacked in a dry and ventilated place.

4. Electric blanket laying matters

When using electric blankets, pay attention to the laying points. First, it is not allowed to directly contact human skin. It is best to lay a thin blanket and sheets on the electric blanket, which will neither affect the heat transfer effect of the electric blanket nor increase the safety hazard.

The second is not to fold, do not fold the electric blanket when using it, because there are many heating wires inside the electric blanket. Folding will cause creases in the heating wire and accelerate aging, so the probability of safety hazards will increase. If the heating wire is disconnected, it will cause leakage and eventually harm the human body.

It is best not to contact the electric blanket directly with the skin. Laying a towel, bed sheet or thin mattress on the electric blanket is not only more comfortable but also avoids burns. However, it cannot be used under a thick mattress to prevent burning components and causing fires. Do not use it together with a hot water bottle, so as not to accelerate the aging of the insulation layer due to the heat of the hot water bottle and shorten the service life of the electric blanket.

5. Electric blankets are afraid of getting wet

If the electric blanket is dirty, use a dry cloth or a soft brush to clean the stains, never rub it by hand or wash it in the washing machine. When using the electric blanket for children, the elderly, and the sick, it is necessary to prevent the electric blanket from wetting the bed or sweat, which may cause a short circuit of the heating wire. If the electric blanket accidentally gets wet or damp, it should be dried in time and checked for safety before use.

Other Matters About Electric Blanket Safety

1. Purchase items

Before talking about the precautions for the use of electric blankets, it is necessary to mention the points that need to be paid attention to when purchasing electric blankets. Be sure to buy brand products, so that the quality of the heating wire and insulating materials of the electric heating blanket will be more guaranteed, and it will be safer and more secure to use. Brands such as Antarctic, Oaks, and Emmet are also worth choosing.

3. Turn it off before going to bed

Also, note that electric blankets are not actually suitable for overnight use. On the one hand, it will make the human body feel dry mouth, dry skin, and stuffy, and on the other hand, there will be certain safety hazards. Therefore, the correct way to use it should be to turn on the electric blanket to preheat before entering the quilt, and then turn off the electric blanket when you want to fall asleep, or use it in sleep mode.

The above is all about the service life of the electric blanket and the precautions for the use of the electric blanket. I hope it will be helpful to everyone.

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