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Power cord aging is not visible from the outside. The safe service life of an electric blanket is 6 years.
Release time:
2021-04-22
Electric blankets are a popular choice for many families during the cold winter months. However, burns and fires caused by improper use of electric blankets occur frequently each year. Recently, a Weibo post claiming that "most people don't know that electric blankets have been in use for 6 years" has attracted a lot of attention.
In the cold winter, electric blankets are a popular choice for many families. However, burns and fires caused by the incorrect use of electric blankets occur frequently every year. Recently, a Weibo post stating that "electric blankets have been in use for 6 years, and most people don't know" has attracted much attention. Clearly, there are many misunderstandings among consumers regarding the use of electric blankets. Chen Gang, vice secretary-general of the China Household Electrical Appliances Association, reminds consumers that electric blankets are "close-fitting" appliances and special attention should be paid to the following points when using them.
On December 1, 2008, the "Special Requirements for Electric Blankets, Heating Pads, and Similar Flexible Heating Appliances" stipulated that the national standard lifespan for electric blankets is 6 years from the date of manufacture. Chen Gang told reporters about the "lifespan." "The aging and cracking of the power cord inside the electric blanket are invisible from the outside, so regardless of whether it's used or not, it needs to be replaced after 6 years." Otherwise, aging and cracking of the power cord and filaments may lead to electric shock and burns, and in severe cases, may even cause fires.
Carefully inspect before use. Before using an electric blanket for the first time, carefully check the electric blanket. If the surface, power cord, thermostat, or plug is damaged or loose, there are scratches on the blanket surface, the electric blanket does not heat up when powered on, or only part of the area heats up, it means the electric blanket may be malfunctioning and should be stopped immediately!
Must be laid flat during use. The electric blanket should be spread out on the bed and must not be folded to avoid local overheating. In particular, linear electric blankets should be laid flat on a hard bed board. They are not suitable for soft beds such as Simmons beds. Otherwise, the heating wires may easily deform or break, causing electric shock and fire. When storing, it should not be curled or pressed under heavy objects; simply stack it loosely in a dry and ventilated place.
Place a thin mattress pad on top. The electric blanket should not be in direct contact with the skin. Place a towel, sheet, or thin mattress pad on the electric blanket to avoid burns. However, it should not be used under a thick mattress to prevent overheating and fire. Do not use it with a hot water bottle to prevent the heat from the hot water bottle from accelerating the aging of the insulation layer and shortening the lifespan of the electric blanket.
