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1. Test your safety switch 5. Never leave heaters unattended 9. If you smell gas, dont ignore it
Safety switches minimise the risk of electric shocks. Unattended heaters can cause fires. Keep flammable If you smell gas, move to a safe location and report
To test press the T or Test button. materials at least one metre away from the heater, the leak on 1800 808 526 (FreecallTM).
and never plug them into powerboards, double
The switch should trip to the
adaptors or extension cords with other appliances.
off position. If it doesnt, 10. Remember to service gas appliances
ask a licensed electrician to
check it. Poorly maintained gas appliances can cause fires,
6. Roll your electric blanket when storing injuries and release carbon monoxide see tip 11.
A good way to remember
Folding an electric blanket can damage the wires so Have your appliances serviced regularly or
is to test your safety switch
always roll it when storing. When using the electric immediately if you suspect they are faulty, by a
when you change your
blanket again, lay it flat and check for hot spots, a licensed gas fitter.
clocks for daylight saving.
very hot spot could signify a fault and fire risk.