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1. Consequences of Incorrect Fan Usage
After sitting in front of a fan for a long time, sweat evaporates quickly, leading to a significant decrease in skin temperature. In shaded areas, sweat evaporates slowly, causing the skin temperature to rise, blood vessels to dilate, disrupting blood circulation and sweat excretion. Users may experience headaches or even catch a cold.
Users turning on the fan immediately when the body is sweaty can lead to illnesses due to sudden temperature changes. Falling asleep with the fan on can result in feeling cold or catching a cold.
2. Mistakes in Electric Fan Usage Affecting Health
Using a fan when the body is sweating heavily can lead to health issues.
Many individuals have the habit of engaging in sports or being outdoors in the sun while sweating heavily, promptly adjusting the fan speed to cool themselves down. However, it's advised to steer clear of this habit.
Adjusting the fan to high speed
In environments with temperatures below 30 degrees Celsius, similar to body temperature, the fan's air will also be at a high temperature. Therefore, setting the fan to the highest level will reduce the skin surface temperature, causing pores to clog and sweat not to escape. As a result, users may feel hotter, exhausted, and experience back pain.
You should regularly clean the fan components such as the blades and the cage if you use the fan frequently.
Placing the fan in the wrong position
Incorrect fan placement can reduce cooling effectiveness.
For desk, box, or pedestal fans: On hot sunny days, avoid placing them in the direction of the sun as they will blow hot air, raising the surrounding temperature. You can place a bowl of water or use ice cubes in front of the fan to create a cool breeze and soothe the atmosphere.
Misting fans: Avoid placing the fan in bedrooms or rooms with electronic devices. Instead, place it in the living room or areas with balconies for better air circulation. You can place misting fans near the house to enjoy cool air.
Wall-mounted fans: Avoid installing them too high as it will affect cooling efficiency. If installed too low, the cooling range will be affected.
Continuous use of fans for extended periods
The main function of a fan is to cool the air and lower the room temperature. Leaving the fan on in one position for a long time can cause the fan motor to overheat or even damage it.
Allow the fan to rest for about 30 minutes after running it for 4 to 4 hours. This will prolong the lifespan of the electric fan as well as promote health for users. Continuously adjust the fan to rotate in different directions to soothe the room air instead of using multiple fans, which consumes electricity without effectively cooling the room.
Avoid directing the fan airflow directly towards yourself or above your head.
This is a common mistake many people make. When the fan blows air directly at high speed onto the body, it accelerates sweat evaporation, rapidly lowering body temperature. However, areas without airflow experience slower sweat evaporation, leading to higher skin temperature and dilated blood vessels. You can sit further away and set the fan to rotate evenly to avoid catching a cold.
Engaging in vigorous physical activity can lead to dilation of blood vessels and increased sweating. The wind from the fan can cause sweat to stop, leading to sudden constriction of blood vessels, posing a health risk. You can use a towel to wipe off sweat and then gradually increase fan speed to ensure health.
These are the mistakes in using electric fans that affect health that you should be aware of. For any inquiries about products or to place an order, please contact the hotline: 1900 6788 for the best support and advice.
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