Portable heaters are the perfect way to increase warmth and comfort in any room, without having to raise the thermostat for the whole house. It\u2019s also very important to use your heater safely. Follow the tips below for safe usage of your heater and to ensure your peace of mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Never put your heater on your bed, furniture, or in deep carpeting. Those are unstable surfaces that could cause the heater to tip over easily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ensure at least 3 feet of space between your heater and any combustible materials, including curtains, upholstered furniture, plants, books, magazines and bedding. Do not use your heater in areas where flammable substances are stored, like paint or gasoline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Heaters should never be used in bathrooms, laundry rooms or places where the heater could fall into water. For example, never place your heater where it could fall into a bathtub.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Do not drape blankets, towels or other materials over your heater. Keep objects off the top of the heater as well, including toys, drinks, magazines and electronics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Do not let children or pets play near the heater, and do not leave them unattended in a room with an operating heater. Never use a heater in a child\u2019s room without adult supervision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Plug your heater securely into a wall outlet \u2013 do not use a power strip or extension cord. If the plug does not fit snugly into the wall outlet, do not use that outlet. Do not use other devices or appliances on the same wall outlet or circuit that your heater is plugged into, as this may overload the circuit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Do not cover the heater\u2019s cord with a rug, furniture or other appliances. Keep the cord out of walking areas to avoid creating a tripping hazard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Always turn off your heater before leaving the room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
When you are finished using your heater, first turn off the heater, then grip the plug and pull it from the wall outlet. Do not pull on the cord to remove the plug from the outlet. When plugged securely and snugly into a wall outlet, it is normal for the plug to feel warm to the touch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Honeywell takes heater safety a step further with the Safety Matters\u2122 program, which helps us ensure that our products are made with innovative, tested safety features. Safety features built into our heaters include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Learn more about Safety Matters\u2122 and choose the Honeywell portable heater that\u2019s right for your family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n