Temperatures have plummeted recently
Warm "companion" before bed: electric blankets
Many have already been arranged
But use it improperly
It can be a "ticking time bomb" in your home
Fire cases
01
On December 9, 2022, a fire broke out in a private house in Guiyang, Guizhou, and fire rescue personnel rescued 1 trapped person from the scene. According to the comprehensive analysis of on-site investigation, investigation and inquiry, image analysis, etc., the fire department comprehensively determined that the cause of the fire was a short circuit of the electric blanket used in the second bedroom, which caused the combustible materials to catch fire.
02
On November 13, 2023, a fire broke out in a small area of Nantou Street, Nanshan District, Shenzhen. After receiving the alarm, the fire station in the jurisdiction immediately rushed to the scene for rescue, but fortunately there were no casualties. It is understood that the cause of the accident was that the electric blanket placed in the bedroom when the resident went out to work was not turned off in time, and the temperature was too high, resulting in the ignition of the mattress.
03
At 19 o'clock on December 11, 2023, a fire broke out in a private house in Ruichang City, Jiujiang, Jiangxi Province, and the flames soared into the sky. The house that caught fire was built by the villagers themselves, and there were no casualties at the scene. According to the head of the household, the electric blanket was on at home at that time, but no one was watching over it, which unexpectedly caused a fire.
When using electric blankets
What are the safety hazards?
Safety hazard one
When using an electric blanket, it should not be directly spread on the layer that is in direct contact with the body, but should be padded with a thinner mattress or bed sheet on top to avoid burns caused by too high temperature.
Safety hazard two
It is best not to continue to use the electric blanket in a high-grade position, as continuous high-temperature use can easily lead to the bedding ignition and danger.
Safety hazard three
The power-on time should not be too long, generally before going to bed to heat the electricity, turn off the power when falling asleep, and cannot be used overnight.
Safety hazard four
If the surface, power cord, thermostat and plug are damaged or loose, the blanket surface is charred, and the electric blanket is not hot or only partially heated after power-on, it means that the electric blanket may be faulty and should be stopped immediately.
The following tips for the safe use of electric blankets
Hurry up and take it~
electric blanket
Guidelines for safe use
01
Use products that have passed the inspection
Purchase qualified electric blankets to ensure that they have safety measures such as heat cut-off insurance and constant temperature function to prevent accidents caused by poor quality, especially improper connection of joints.
02
Code of Conduct
Before using the electric blanket, you should read the instruction manual carefully and operate it in strict accordance with the instruction manual. The voltage and frequency of the power supply used should be consistent with the rated voltage and frequency marked on the electric blanket.
03
Do not use beyond the expiration date
According to the "Special Requirements for Electric Blankets, Electric Blankets and Similar Flexible Heating Appliances" issued by the state, the safe service life of electric blankets is 6 years from the date of production. Be sure to replace it according to the service life of the manual, and the electric blanket may age and crack after the service life, causing safety accidents.
4
Do not fold when in use
It is forbidden to fold the electric blanket when in use. During use, the electric blanket should be checked frequently for piling and pleating, and if so, the folds should be flattened before use.
5
Do not go near water
Do not rub by hand or put in the washing machine to clean, if accidentally wet, moisture wet electric blanket, should be dried in time, and check the circuit safety.
6
Do not use for long periods of time
The heating time of the electric blanket should not be too long, it is absolutely forbidden to use the electricity all night, and the power should be turned off before the user goes to bed.
7
Do not use on close to the body
The electric blanket should not be in direct contact with the skin, and the correct way is to cover the electric blanket with a sheet or blanket to avoid burns.
8
Items left unattended at will
Do not place pointed or hard objects on the electric blanket, and do not use the electric blanket on protruding metal objects or other pointed and hard objects.
Hubei Fire Warmly reminds you
Everyone is heating at the same time
Don't neglect fire safety
▌Transferred from: Hubei Fire Department
Source: Ezhou City Fire Detachment