Electrical blankets—particularly ones older than 10 years previous—have turn out to be a bit notorious for being hearth hazards. However in relation to security, fashionable heated blankets have come leaps and bounds previous their predecessors. Search for independently examined blankets and bedding which have met security requirements (such UL or ETL). These businesses be sure that the blankets can deal with put on and tear, that they don’t get too sizzling, that they’re machine cleanable, and extra.
Make certain to deal with electrical blankets gently. You don’t need to fold them tightly, ball them up, or in any other case harm the interior electrical parts. You shouldn’t use heavy bedding on high of heated blankets or wrap them too intently round your physique—it may possibly trigger overheating. (I skilled this after I fell asleep beneath mine wrapped up like a burrito and wakened hours later drenched in sweat.)
You shouldn’t plug your blanket into an extension twine, and you need to by no means depart the blanket on should you’re not utilizing it. Preserve it out of attain of pets, youngsters, or anybody with decreased warmth sensitivity who may not have the ability to inform in the event that they’re getting too sizzling. Make certain the heated blanket is totally dry after washing earlier than you utilize it once more. And at last, be looking out for something amiss, like unusual smells or spotty efficiency. If you happen to encounter these eventualities, instantly unplug the blanket and attain out to the producer for additional directions.
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