How to Buy and Use Precautions "Gas Water Heater"

With cold weather make people popular to take a bath from Water heaters more, but because water heaters have a working mechanism that involves water and fire. If purchased, installed or used incorrectly may cause more harm so for safety Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Therefore, we have suggested how to buy and choose a water heater as follows:

Purchase

Buy water heater with user manual quality assurance certificate with quality certification from TIS.
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The water heater must have an internal water tank, insulating cover and a power cut system.

Select switches and components of the machine that is waterproof

It has a plastic front cover and a metal back cover. because if the electric current leaks Current will flow through the nut. or screws that attach the back cover to the cement wall It will reduce the danger of electric leakage.

Installation

Have a skilled electrician perform the installation or relocation.

Choose a ground wire and wire that is the right size for the water heater.

Install electric shock protection Electrical breaker or circuit breaker because if the electric current leaks will flow into the ground quickly

The place where the water heater is installed must be at a higher level than the shower.

The power switch position is not under the hot water boiler. because if the hot water boiler leaks Water will drip down the light switch and flow into the water heater. to be electrocuted

Use

Do not bend or fold the shower hose. because it will damage the shower hose until causing leakage current

Do not use the water heater during thunderstorms. Because if lightning, electricity will flow along the wires. causing death by electric shock

When finished using, the power switch should be turned off immediately.

Inspection

Have a professional technician come to check the condition. Consistently hot water especially the machine that has a long service life In the event that an abnormality is detected notify the service center or a skilled technician to perform repairs

Cleaning

Always turn off the electrical control breaker. Then use a damp cloth to wring it dry. wipe clean

Do not bring wet clothes that are soaked in water. Wipe clean or spray with water. on the machine absolutely because an electric shock may occur.

In use, safety should be a priority. Do not buy equipment that does not meet safety standards. Or install a water heater yourself is strictly prohibited. Because frugality can lead to the loss of life and property.

Precautions for use "Gas water heater"

Using a gas water heater Should be used carefully from the purchase, installation, until use, because if using a non-standard gas water heater. The gas system generates carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide when inhaled causing the accumulation of toxic gases to a level that is harmful to the body may even be fatal. Therefore, you should choose to buy a water heater with a seal of industrial standard certification.

For the installation of gas water heaters the water heater should be installed outside the bathroom. Gas cylinders must be placed on a level surface and well ventilated. And should install a gas water heater in the bathroom with enough space. There is a vent or a ventilation fan. The door has a latch or any other feature that can be opened from the outside. Always take care to check for leaks and the amount of gas accumulation. As for those who use gas water heaters, especially children, the elderly, and those with congenital diseases and those who are physically weak they should be closely supervised while bathing.