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If your blanket is more than 10 years old, you should consider disposing of it safely and buying a new one. However you should take care of how you dispose of it.

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Disposing of your blanket should comply with EU legislation under the WEEE Directive. This means that you should not dispose of your blanket with general domestic waste. As a consequence it should not be placed in any general refuse bin.

Blankets for disposal should be taken to an authorised recycling centre which accepts electric and electronic appliances.

For your nearest recycling centre check with your Local Authority.

If you have any questions or would like a quotation call me or drop me a line at The Poole Electrician.

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When your blanket is not being used make sure you store as the manufacturer recommends. In the main:

•       Leave your blanket on the bed all year or place it flat on your spare bed

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•       Let the blanket cool down before folding

•       Loosely fold or roll your blanket in a plastic bag or towel and store it in a dry cool place

•       Don’t use any moth proofing chemicals

•       Don’t place any heavy items on top of your blanket while it is being stored

If you would like to discuss any aspect of your electrics call me or drop me a line at The Poole Electrician.

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You should consider disposing of your blanket safely and buying a new one if it is more than 10 years old.

When purchasing, using, storing and disposing of your electric blanket it is recommended that you follow these simple steps

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Using your electric blanket

•       Do follow the manufacturer’s instructions before use

•       Do remember to keep the instructions in a safe place for future reference

•       Do examine your blanket regularly for signs of wear or damage

•       Do use your blankets only for the purposes the manufacturer intended them for i.e. over blankets must only be used above the occupant of the bed, under-blankets must only be put under the occupant.

•       Do check manufacturer’s instructions for suitability to wash your blanket

•       Do carry out a check of the blanket to ensure the blanket is intact with no signs of damage caused in transport when first purchased

•       If the fuse in the blanket 13 amp plug needs changing use a 3 amp BS 1362 fuse must be fitted

•       Don’t use the blanket whilst it is folded, rucked or creased

•       Don’t use a hot water bottle when using your electric blanket

•       Don’t touch the blanket with wet feet or hands

•       Don’t use the blanket when wet or damp

•       Don’t insert or use pins to hold the blanket in place on the bed

•       Don’t use under blankets on adjustable beds, or if used on an adjustable bed check that the blanket and cord do not become trapped or rucked for example in the hinges

•       Don’t use an electric blanket on the bed of an elderly or helpless person, an infant or someone who may have a condition that makes them susceptible to heat

•       Don’t allow the appliance to be used by young children unless the controls have been pre-set by a parent/carer or that you are satisfied that the child is able to use the appliance safely

•       Don’t allow anyone with a pacemaker fitted to use heated bedding for all night use

Visually Checking

Before putting your electric blanket on the bed to use over the winter months, take a few minutes to check that the blanket is safe for continued use. Replace your blanket if

•       Fabric is frayed or worn

•       There are scorch marks or burns, or discolouration areas can be seen on the fabric

•       Wires can be seen or are poking through the fabric

•       There is damage to the flexible cord between the supply plug and the control and/or the control to the blanket

•       The control is making a smell or buzzing sound when switched on or off.

•       The control fitted to the blanket is damaged or overheating

If you have any doubts about your blanket you should contact the manufacturer before using further to check with them that the blanket is safe for further use.

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It might appear there is little you can do to cut your electricity usage – few of would want to function without a fridge or washing machine but making energy-efficient choices when buying appliances can massively cut your electricity bills. 

A large chunk of the average annual electricity bill comes from domestic appliances which make up 47% of total domestic electricity consumption. There are plenty of ways to cut the costs. Cooking appliances account for 15% of the electricity bill, washing machines, tumble-dryers and dishwashers a further 14% while fridges and freezers account for 18%. Buying more energy efficient appliances could save you up to £200 per year!

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Most common kitchen appliances have an energy-efficiency rating. Washing machines and dishwashers are rated from A to G while cooling appliances (like fridges and freezers) are rated from A++ to G. The table below shows the approximate cost per year of appliances at the highest and lowest efficiency rating

Average Annual Cost (Approximate)

Kitchen Appliance Efficiency Rating

A++ A G

Fridge-Freezer £15 £25 £61

Dishwasher n/a £20 £46

Tumble Dryer n/a £20 £42

Washing Machine n/a £20 £41

A fridge-freezer can last over ten years. The saving between the highest and lowest rating over that period is £450 on average so it should be worth considering the better rated products. Other appliances can be expected to last over 7 years which again saves up to £210 over that period.

Some types of TV are more power hungry than others. A conventional TV is the most energy efficient, followed by LCD, with plasma being the least efficient. In addition generally the bigger your TV, the more power it consumes. This table shows the average cost for 5 hours viewing per day.

Type of TV Average Annual Cost (Approximate)

Plasma (42”) £85

LCD (32”) £52

Traditional (32”) £27

If you have any questions or would like a quotation call me or drop me a line at The Poole Electrician.

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Wrongly selected, fitted or damaged 230 V outdoor lighting may cause a risk of electric shock which may result in injury or even death.
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For 230V garden lighting:

•       buy from a reputable retailer good quality electrical outdoor lighting equipment

•       make sure outdoor lighting fittings (luminaires) are weatherproof

•       make sure lighting fittings for water features are waterproof

•       have it installed by a competent electrician in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions and the national safety standard for electrical installation work

•       check for broken or damaged light fittings, cables and connections

•       remove foliage and dirt from light fittings

If any faults are found, switch off the electrical supply immediately, and have them repaired by a registered installer.

If you would like to discuss any aspect of your electrics call me or drop me a line at The Poole Electrician.

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Damian Bennett Electrical, The Poole Electrician, is a family business based in Poole offering a complete electrical contracting service to Domestic clients in their own homes and Commercial and Industrial clients.

Contact us here:

Telephone :         0793 255 7563    

  Damian@DamianBennettElectrical.co.uk

Small or large jobs call us today!!

If you’re looking for a well qualified, thoroughly professional electrician in Poole or the wider Dorset area, look no further. We here at Damian Bennett Electricians are committed to providing top quality customer service and workmanship, and will never leave a job until the client is 100% satisfied.

Whether you’re a domestic, commercial or industrial customer, whether you require new lighting or fuse boards in Poole, we can help you. Why not contact us today and arrange for an initial consultation?

All work guaranteed, Damian Bennett Electrical are proud to offer the very best in electrical services including a 24 hour call-out.

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