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Heating Information
National Fire Protection Association Information:
Heating equipment is the second leading cause of home fires in the
United States). Most heating equipment fires start as a result of misuse or
improper maintenance.
Portable/Space Heaters
- Maintain a 36" clearance around all heating devices.
- Never leave children or pets unsupervised around portable
heaters.
- Never place clothes close to or on a portable heater to dry.
- Always check to see that electrical wires are in good condition
and not frayed.
- Purchase portable heaters that have been listed by a nationally
recognized testing laboratory.
- Follow manufacturer's instructions for installation, maintenance
and use.
Portable Kerosene Heaters
- Use only the recommended fuel. NEVER USE GASOLINE, it will cause
an explosion.
- Always turn the portable heater off before refueling.
- Allow the heater time to cool before refueling.
- Always refuel your kerosene heater outside to keep from spilling
fuel in the house.
- Store your gasoline away from open flame or heat in an approved
container that is clearly marked as to its contents.
- Keep anything that can burn at least 3 feet away from heater
Fireplaces/Wood stoves
- Have your chimney/flue inspected by a professional before every
heating season, cleaned if necessary.
- Always have a sturdy screen in place in front of your fireplace
- Burn only wood (dry, well seasoned hardwood)
- Do NOT burn newspaper, wrapping paper, or dried greenery.
- NEVER use flammable liquids for any reason in a fireplace.
- Keep anything that can burn at least 3 feet away from fireplace.
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