Safety measures for infrared heaters

Everyone not willing to be cold on their own patio or when enjoying service in a café knows how much a good infrared radiant heater is worth. The modern, durable heat source can be easily installed and, in most cases, even without the help of a technician. Regardless of where the device is attached - be it a wall or standing on its own post - it will eradiate sufficient heat across several square meters, withstanding the coldest days of autumn and winter. Therefore, radiant heaters have a broad range of use resulting in a large demand. Apart from the great performance what appeals to potential users is the low or rather not necessary need for maintenance as the heaters are easy to handle and maintain. In order to fully enjoy the advantages of infrared radiant heaters there are, however, a few guidelines that should be noted so that safety for the devices as well as their users is guaranteed.

What needs to be considered before of during installation?

Regarding where it will be used the right radiant heater has to chosen. In order to make the right choice it needs to be considered how large the area is that has to be heated. A device with a radius that is too small will not provide warmth throughout the area, whereas a device with a big radius might cause a heat accumulation. In that case the heat is unpleasant for people present and can even be dangerous (for example cardboard/paper and plastic). All this can be prevented by taking exact measurements of the operating range and a competent professional consultation. 

Upon installing it needs to be made sure that there are no objects sensitive to heat near the device so that any possible risk of ignation is eliminated. Furthermore it is important to mount the heater sufficiently, it should not be too loose so that it will not fall down when slightly rocked. Heaters with own post have to be installed on an even ground. Should the device still bestanding unsteady it will suffice to fixate the pillars. In both cases the cable has to be installed with great caution: it should neither be exposed the radiated heat nor become a potential tripping hazard. When it is laid in an outside area it should have an additonal cover to prevent damage through wheather or small animals.

Even though there are many specific infrared radiant heaters for outdoor areas some of them can be used indoors. If a heater is used in closed rooms it should be checked previously whether it is suitable for such an environment. Furthermore it should be kept out of reach for small children and pets.

What is important when using the device?

There should always be an adult around when the heater is switched on an in use. Children cannot be allowed to handle the device, they need to observed when being near the heat source. Pets also have to be protected from an intense warmth or heat impact. Easily inflammabale objects, materials or liquids are to be kept in adequate distance to the heat source. These safety measurements are to be applied immediately after switching on the device as it does not have a heating-up period.

Most of the commercially available radiant heaters - especially those suitable for outdoor areas - are splash and water proof which makes a safe handling possible. They are resistent to shock damage due to quick change of cold or warm in their respective envronments. However, when transporting the heater it should be switched of to eliminate risk for the user.

From a right handling to a safe heat source 

When all advice and suggestions are considered and adhered to, nothing stands in the way of starting the infrared radiant heater's usage. These modern devices are protected against many impacts and also extraordinary user-friendly. Thanks to their robust construction and design they are very durable and therefore provide warmth and cosiness for a long time - many hours at once or just for a few minutes. When handled correctly the heaters allow stays in lesser used, colder spaces as well as in outdoor areas, even during cold months as they can be easily transported from one place to another.