Utilizing this technique a ceramic heater remains cool because the plastic on the outside does not absorb the heat.
Ceramic hewter fure hazard.
No need to worry about the risk of fire when you turn on the heat.
Unlike other space heaters a ceramic heater is much less prone to starting an electric fire.
This is great news for families with children and pets who may touch the space heater out of curiosity.
No injuries have been reported.
The heater s cord can overheat where it enters the base of the unit which could pose a fire hazard to consumers.
This is an important safety feature that can prevent other nearby items from catching on fire.
A ceramic space heater relies on electricity to provide constant heat.
Lasko has received 28 reports of failed power cords including six reports of minor property damage.
In 2012 we identified the optimus h 5210 as a safety.
The cool casing helps prevent burns.
Easy to move around.
Ceramic heaters have electricity pass through ceramic instead of an exposed heating element.
Although some heaters rate better than others in our fire safety tests it has been several years since a space heater failed it completely.
This is because the ceramic elements do not get overheated.
Still be sure not to put your heater next to any flammable materials and allow for clearance around the heater.
This recall involves lasko ceramic heaters manufactured in.
The ceramic element gets hot quickly inside the heater but the exterior plastic casing stays cool.