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Geyser Safety Tips: We should take some precautions while using geysers in winter, otherwise even a small mistake can cause accidents like short circuit or electric shock. Therefore, keep these things in mind before running your geyser.
In winter, if there is no hot water, it becomes difficult to take bath. Use of electric heaters and geysers is common in this season. These devices heat water instantly. There are some devices which automatically switch off as soon as we reach the set temperature.
Recently many deaths are taking place due to heaters and geysers, due to which people are worried. After all, why these electronic things are becoming so dangerous is being discussed. Why do these accidents happen due to immersion rod, gas gager, electric gager? Let us know how these can be avoided.
Electric Immersion Rods These electric heaters can be used anywhere. There is no need to install them on the wall. Simply fill a bucket with water and plug it in, and the water slowly heats up. But if the whole family needs water together then this is not the right option. It can heat only one bucket of water at a time. And to close it one has to stand there.
The water heater does not have an automatic thermostat, so if you forget to switch off, the water may become too hot and an accident may occur. If the rod becomes old, rusts or is inserted into a broken bucket, electric shock may occur. Therefore, always use only ISI marked heaters. Do not touch the bucket or water when the heater is on. Take out the heater only after unplugging it.
Gas geysers heat water very quickly. As long as the gas does not run out, they can heat water quickly. Their cost is also less as compared to electric geysers. But it is important to have a proper flue or vent for the gas fireline and cylinder. If installed indoors without proper ventilation, there is a risk of gas leaks and carbon monoxide accumulation. This can be fatal. Therefore, get regular service of burner and gas line done. Use good quality pipeline and regulator.
Electric geysers are better than gas geysers in terms of safety. These have features like thermostat, thermal cutoff and earth leakage protection. Their maintenance is also less. But if installed without proper earthing, MCB or RCCB then the risk of shock increases. Plumbing problems like bad wiring, low quality brand geysers, missing pressure valve or mixing tap can also be fatal. Therefore, always get good brand and licensed installation done.
