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Give Space Heaters their space- Keep them at least� 3 feet away from combustibles-walls,
sofas and anything else that will burn
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Space heaters should always be placed on the floor
● Never leave children alone in a room with a space heater and
do not let children adjust the controls or move the heater
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Open-faced heaters should have a proper screen and grates in place-never
operate a defective heater
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Provide adequate ventilation, opening a window slightly (one inch) to prevent
carbon monoxide buildup
● Never overload outlets or breakers
● Don�t hide cords under rugs or carpets. Placing anything on
top of the cord could cause it to overheat and can cause a fire
● Don�t use an extension cord with the heater. if the cord is hot to the touch, turn off the heater and
unplug it!
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Electric heaters permanently installed in the wall or ceiling should have lint
and dust removed regularly. Lint and dust will burn!
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Have your heating system professionally inspected and serviced every year
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Purchase a Carbon Monoxide detector if you use gas or a fireplace for your
heating
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Install a Carbon Monoxide dectector in the hallway near every separate sleeping
area of the home
● If you use a gas space heater, light the match before you
turn on the gas. This avoids the risk of flashback caused by accumulating gas
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According to Houston Fire Department statistics, about 100 fires every year are
blamed on faulty furnaces or space heaters