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Popular Mechanics
January 2007
Norman Becker, P.E. |
DIY Water Heater Anode Swap: Homeowners Clinic You can replace the anode, but it's not easy. Most water heater tanks are located somewhere without enough headroom to easily remove the old rod or insert a new one.   |
Popular Mechanics
December 5, 2008
Roy Berendsohn |
Hot Water Heater Woes: How to Make Sure There's Enough Hot Water in Winter If your home always seems to run out of hot water quickly, your first approach should be to take a few energy-conserving steps. |
Popular Mechanics
December 2003
Mike Allen |
Changing Your Oil And Filter The line at the quick-lube goes around the building and nearly to the street. But the auto parts store parking lot is empty -- now's your chance to show the wife that it really is cheaper and easier to change your own oil. |
U.S. CPSC
April 5, 2005 |
DESA Heating Products and Scheu Manufacturing Co. Recall of Propane Heaters The plastic ring on the heater's regulator can crack, causing gas to leak out if the propane tank and heater regulator are turned on. This can create a fire hazard if an ignition source is present. |
Popular Mechanics
April 2006
Norman Becker |
Homeowners Clinic Expert Q & A Solving homeowner dilemmas, from adding a second doorbell chime to finding out what those turquoise color deposits are in you water heater. |
This Old House
Leland Stone |
Water Heater Safety 101 Your water heater may look benign, but if it's improperly handled, it could erupt... |
U.S. CPSC
August 21, 2003 |
Hayward Pool Products Recall of Pool Heaters A malfunctioning circuit board can cause these gas pool heaters to fail to ignite, allowing gas to accumulate in the heater cover. Delayed ignition of built-up gas can result in a fire or explosion causing property damage and injuries. |
Popular Mechanics
December 2005
Merle Henkenius |
Toilet Troubleshooting Residential toilets are remarkably simple, and most can be fixed for under $25. The trick is in diagnosing the problem. |
U.S. CPSC
November 9, 2004 |
Aloha Housewares Inc. Voluntary Recall of Radiant Heaters Recessed thermal protector may cause a fire hazard if heater is left on while covered by a blanket or similar item. |
Popular Mechanics
April 2006
Joseph Truini |
My Dream Remodeling Nightmare A veteran do-it-yourselfer frames out his new whirlpool bath and answers the question, "How hard can it be?" |
U.S. CPSC
July 6, 2010 |
Marley Engineered Products Recalls Baseboard Heaters Sold at Grainger Due to Fire Hazard The baseboard heaters are labeled for 240 or 208 volt use. However, some of the heaters have an internal heater built for a maximum of 120 volts. If the heater is connected to a 240 or 208 volt electrical circuit as directed, the unit could catch fire. |
This Old House
John D. Wagner |
Fixing a Leaky Toilet Put an end to the gurgles, ripples and hissing. |
U.S. CPSC
April 28, 2004 |
White-Rodgers Recall of LP and Convertible Gas Water Heater Temperature Controls The gas water heater controls can gradually open instead of snapping open to full flow, which can cause soot to build up on the water heater burner, presenting a fire hazard. |
U.S. CPSC
August 30, 2007 |
Berko Electric Toe-Space Heaters Recalled Due to Fire Hazard If the fan stops working and the heater continues to run, the unit can overheat, posing a fire hazard. |
U.S. CPSC
December 16, 2003 |
CPSC Offers Tips to Prevent Home Fires From Space Heaters The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission reminds consumers to follow safety precautions when purchasing and using electric or fuel-fired space heaters. In a recent year, there were about 10,900 residential fires and about 190 deaths associated with portable or fixed local heaters. |
U.S. CPSC
July 8, 2003 |
New Technology In Gas Water Heaters Can Save Lives CPSC, GAMA Say New Heaters Will Prevent Fires from Flammable Vapors |
U.S. CPSC
January 15, 2002 |
Tips to Prevent Home Fires Caused by Space Heaters CPSC estimates that space heaters, including both fixed and portable heaters, are associated with about 21,800 residential fires every year. About 300 people die each year in fires started by these heaters. |
Popular Mechanics
August 1998
Thomas Klenck |
Water Softeners They make hard water easy to get along with... |
National Gardening
Barbara Richardson |
El Nino Forecast for Gardeners With drought conditions prevailing in nearly half the country this year, it's been a tough time for gardeners. There is some relief in sight for the southern half of the U.S. as the El Nino weather system moves in this fall and winter. |
U.S. CPSC
February 8, 2011 |
Portable Space Heaters Recalled by PD Sixty Distributor Due to Fire Hazard The space heater can overheat due to loose electrical connections, posing a fire hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC
June 13, 2002 |
Outdoor Tabletop Propane Heaters Recalled by Brinkmann The heaters can emit high levels of carbon monoxide (CO), which poses a risk of CO poisoning to consumers. |
Popular Mechanics
June 2006
Ben Hewitt |
Sun Showers To slash water-heating bills, start with sunlight and lots of copper tubing. Here's how. |
This Old House
Roseann Henry |
Expect the Unexpected A septic tank turns up in a surprising spot, which may mean a bit more digging than we'd planned on. |
U.S. CPSC
March 4, 2004 |
Lasko Products Inc. Recall of Space Heaters The power cord connection can overheat and cause the cord to separate from the space heater. This poses a fire, burn and shock hazard. |
U.S. CPSC
February 15, 2005 |
Brave Products Recall of Log Splitters The log splitter's hydraulic cylinders can have defective rod retention, causing the seals to leak and the rods to detach. This can result in serious injury to the operator, as the rod can rapidly and unexpectedly extend the splitting wedge. |
This Old House
February 4, 2001
Joe Hurst-Wajszczuk |
Packing Heat Portable space heaters can warm your bones in a hurry, but how economical -- and safe -- are they? |
