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Due to the simplicity of hair dryer usage, people often use it carelessly, lacking caution, leading to accidents such as electric shocks and dangerous explosions, posing a severe threat to human lives.
1. Common Mistakes in Using Hair Dryers Leading to Life-threatening Risks
Hair dryers are easy to use, but people tend to be too casual, lacking caution, leading to accidents such as electric shocks and dangerous explosions, posing a threat to human lives.
The article outlines some essential tips when using a hair dryer to prevent unfortunate incidents:
Avoid continuous hair drying
Many people have the habit of running the hair dryer continuously until their hair is completely dry. However, this not only damages your hair but also puts excessive load on the hair dryer, making it prone to malfunction or even catching fire.
Therefore, limit the continuous operation of the hair dryer to a maximum of 20 minutes. If the device feels too hot, turn it off, let it cool down before resuming use.
Some high-end hair dryers have a safety auto-shutoff feature. When the machine's temperature becomes too high, this feature activates, cutting off power. This not only extends the product's lifespan but also prevents the risk of fire, ensuring user safety.
(Using a hair dryer in unhygienic conditions indoors can easily result in dangerous electric shocks threatening lives)
Avoid Plugging Hair Dryers in the Bathroom
Many individuals have the habit of plugging in their hair dryers in the bathroom for immediate use after washing their hair. While this may seem normal and convenient, it conceals many unforeseen dangers. If the electrical socket is installed near a water source or if water accidentally splashes onto the socket, any electrical leakage can be extremely hazardous to users touching the socket.
Also, if the plug of the hair dryer accidentally comes into contact with water and is then plugged into the socket, users are at risk of electric shock, endangering their lives and health.
Therefore, for your safety and that of your family, it's best not to plug in hair dryers in the bathroom.
Stop Using if the Appliance Makes Unusual Sounds
While using a hair dryer, if you hear strange sounds coming from the appliance, such as foreign objects trapped in the fan blades, stop using it immediately. Continuing to use it may lead to unexpected explosions, posing a high risk of injury to the user.
Subsequently, take the appliance to an authorized service center or electronic repair shops to remove the foreign object from the fan blades. If it's impossible to remove the object or if the internal motor is affected, damaged, and difficult to repair, it's advisable to purchase a new hair dryer for use.
Additionally, if the strange sound is due to the appliance being too old, consider buying a new one to ensure safety.
(Low-quality hair dryers are highly prone to electrical malfunctions)
Avoid Purchasing Low-Quality, Unclear Origin Hair Dryers
When selecting a hair dryer for your family, consumers should research and purchase high-quality machines with a clear origin and from reputable brands.
Counterfeit or low-quality hair dryers, products imitating well-known brands, or those with unclear origins do not guarantee safety during usage. The internal and external components of these machines are made from unreliable materials, lacking the ability to withstand heat during use, and are prone to damage. The power cords of low-quality machines can easily melt during continuous use, leading to the risk of electric shock and explosions.
