Specifically, the gas technician highlighted that it is necessary to service these devices because they accumulate dust. “You have to clean them and check the state of the flame.”
“The top and bottom vents should not be obstructed,” he said.
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In relation to the water heaters, the professional explained that care must be taken, particularly in the places where they are placed. Among the most dangerous places is the bathroom.
“The heater in the bathroom is not allowed. There are many people who leave the heaters in the bathroom, but it is totally prohibited,” he said. “The heater in the bathroom is not allowed. There are many people who leave the heaters in the bathroom, but it is totally prohibited,” he said.
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Navarrete explained to Medios Andinos that For the bedroom area, it is recommended to use balanced draft heaters.which are those that maintain access to the outside.
“For installation it is always advisable to call a licensed gas fitter, not a plumber, because they are not authorized to do that type of work,” he said. In turn, he highlighted that although many people are encouraged to carry out the work to reduce costs, perhaps they do not turn out well.
“Always call a licensed gas technician to verify,” he added. “Always call a licensed gas technician to verify,” he added.
For his part, with the bottles he highlighted the need to corroborate that “the valve is in good condition”and added “not leaving them in a place where the key cannot be easily closed in case of any eventuality.”
“Generally they leave it under the counter, so before anything else you have to make sure the hose is in good condition.”
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Point by Point: Ultimate Guide to a Safe Home
- May the flame always be blue.
- Do not use the oven as a heating element.
- Review and cleaning once a year with a licensed professional.
- Water heaters: review of their location in the house.
- Rooms: balanced draft heaters.
- Bottle: check valve, hose and keep in easy access places.
- Turn off the gas valves at bedtime.
In general terms, Sandra Navarrete emphasizes that, to save, some recommendations must be followed such as “lower the device to pilot when we see that the room is already heated” and “close all gas valves when going to sleep“.
“There may be a gas leak, so what is necessary is to leave all the taps closed at night,” he concluded. “There may be a gas leak, so what is necessary is to leave all the taps closed at night,” he concluded.
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