{"id":8996,"date":"2016-04-01T22:00:00","date_gmt":"2016-04-01T20:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hotfiredoor.com\/blog\/medidas-seguridad-estufas-electricas\/"},"modified":"2023-05-22T07:17:37","modified_gmt":"2023-05-22T05:17:37","slug":"safety-measures-electric-stoves","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hotfiredoor.com\/en\/blog\/safety-measures-electric-stoves\/","title":{"rendered":"Security measures for electric stoves"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Electric heaters<\/strong> are extremely practical, as they can be easily moved from one place to another, they are safer than gas heaters, and their price is relatively economical compared to other heating systems. That&#8217;s why they are usually the best-selling ones every season when the cold weather starts to be felt.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">However, it is important to take into account a series of <strong>safety measures to fully enjoy the heat from our heater<\/strong> without endangering anything or anyone. Above all, it is necessary to occasionally check the condition of the connections, as a fire could occur.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contenidos:<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d8c126754a4\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d8c126754a4\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hotfiredoor.com\/en\/blog\/safety-measures-electric-stoves\/#Electrical_risks_related_to_electric_heaters\" >Electrical risks related to electric heaters<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hotfiredoor.com\/en\/blog\/safety-measures-electric-stoves\/#Do_not_use_electric_heaters_for_things_they_are_not_prepared_for\" >Do not use electric heaters for things they are not prepared for<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hotfiredoor.com\/en\/blog\/safety-measures-electric-stoves\/#Other_safety_guidelines_to_avoid_problems_with_electric_heaters\" >Other safety guidelines to avoid problems with electric heaters<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Electrical_risks_related_to_electric_heaters\"><\/span>Electrical risks related to electric heaters<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">This, which may seem too exaggerated, is one of the main causes of fires related to electric heaters, so it should not be taken lightly.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">A poorly connected cable, a sparking plug, or a fault in the power supply can cause an accident that ends up creating a very serious danger. They can also cause direct damage by touching the heater if the cable is in contact with any of the metal parts and is not properly insulated. That&#8217;s why it is necessary to <strong>frequently check the condition of the heater&#8217;s connections, as well as the plugs where we connect it<\/strong>. The power must be appropriate for the device, and if possible, <strong>it is advisable to install an overvoltage protection device to protect the heater and prevent damage from a short circuit.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">We must also be very careful when unplugging the heater. <strong>We should never pull the cable to disconnect it from the power supply<\/strong>, as this can damage the internal connections, even stripping the cable inside and putting ourselves in danger the next time we plug it in.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_not_use_electric_heaters_for_things_they_are_not_prepared_for\"><\/span>Do not use electric heaters for things they are not prepared for<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">When it comes to using the heater for something other than warming ourselves, such as putting clothes on top to dry faster, we can only do it with electric heaters that are prepared for it. We should never cover the ventilation grilles, as it can cause overheating and the clothes may catch fire, resulting in an uncontrolled fire.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">If you are unsure if your heater can be used to dry clothes, check the instruction manual. If there is nothing indicating it, it is better not to do it to avoid potential danger.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-3157 size-full aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hotfiredoor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/Medidas-de-seguridad-en-estufas-eleectricas-2.jpg\" alt=\"Electric stoves\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hotfiredoor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/Medidas-de-seguridad-en-estufas-eleectricas-2.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.hotfiredoor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/Medidas-de-seguridad-en-estufas-eleectricas-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.hotfiredoor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/Medidas-de-seguridad-en-estufas-eleectricas-2-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_safety_guidelines_to_avoid_problems_with_electric_heaters\"><\/span>Other safety guidelines to avoid problems with electric heaters<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>The heater cable should be kept away from any heat source<\/strong>, including the heater itself. We must not allow the heat to touch it as it would melt the material covering the wires and could cause a short circuit.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>As for other flammable items such as furniture or curtains, we must also keep them away from direct heat.<\/strong> If an electric heater is too close to furniture or a curtain, the material can melt or burn even without fire, causing complete damage.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Following these safety guidelines with our electric heater will allow us to enjoy a pleasant and cozy warmth.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Electric heaters are extremely practical, as they can be easily moved from one place to another, they are safer than gas heaters, and their price is relatively economical compared to other heating systems. That&#8217;s why they are usually the best-selling ones every season when the cold weather starts to be felt. 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