How to choose energy-saving oil heaters

During the winter cold, especially if there is not enough centralized or autonomous heating for the house, it is convenient to use various heating devices. In this regard, energy saving is very effective. oil heaterswhich help to create indoors the most comfortable microclimate.

Where devices are used

Such heating devices can be used in urban apartments, private houses, cottages or cottages. They create comfort, warm not only in winter, but also in transitional autumn-winter and spring periods and even in cool summer. Among the entire variety of heating devices, oil heaters are quite popular.Such radiators, powered by electric current, combine in themselves a lot of power with good mobility of movement, which allows you to rearrange them in any room necessary for heating. There are floor and wall models.

The principle of operation and energy consumption

The general principle of this type of radiator is convection, i.e. heating the air with its subsequent spread from the hot surface of this installation.

You can find out how much a heater can consume energy or use the functions of switching heating modes by using a special control panel, on which:

1. The light indicators of the electrical device operation are located.
2. There are thermostat knobs - to adjust the temperature level of heating.
3. In some models, timers are built in to enable them according to specified time parameters.
4. On / off toggle switches, etc.

When the heating device is operating, the oil inside its body heats up, transferring heat from the surface itself, as well as to the heat exchange elements of the air heater. Oil performs the function of a heat exchanger is not accidental - it has a large heat capacity, cools down very slowly and retains heat for a long time.

Before first switching on the oil heater (after delivery from the store or summer storage in the closet), it should stand at room temperature not less than 3 hours. The time of its first operation should last at least an hour in a well-ventilated room.

Advantages and disadvantages

Oil heater is often called energy saving, because, no matter how much electricity it consumes during heating, heat remains in the room for a long time after the device is turned off. When purchasing such heating devices for a house or apartment, you need to take into account both their disadvantages and advantages. But, despite the fact that the devices slowly heat up and are somewhat cumbersome, they are still in great demand.

When comparing energy-saving oil installations with other types of heaters, its advantages can be noted, such as:

1. Relatively low cost.
2. Equipment with built-in fan (not all models).
3. Reliability design.
4. Noiselessness in work.
5. Ease and simplicity of operation.
6. Availability of electronic shutdown system.
7. The ability to keep warm for a long time.
8. Mobility of movement.
9. Availability of special protective equipment for safety use.

Safety precautions

It must be remembered that all electrical appliances are accompanied by instructions for their proper operation. It is necessary to carefully study it and adhere to all specified rules and recommendations.

No matter how simple these heaters are in operation, it is still necessary to remember the necessary precautions, namely:

1. Do not touch the hot surfaces of the stove (it is advisable to purchase radiators equipped with a special protective cover).
2. Do not use in wet areas (bathroom, for example).
3. If possible, do not use such heaters in rooms where there are children.

During operation, ensure that the device is always in an upright position. In the case of storing it in a recumbent position, before turning it on, it is necessary that it stood upright for about 20 minutes - in order for the oil inside it to slide down.

What to consider when buying

When purchasing an oil heater, you need to pay attention to some important nuances:

1. On his power: the larger the area of ​​the heated room, the higher should be the power.
2. On thickness, number of sections (the narrower they are, the faster they heat up and less electricity is spent).
3. On availability power regulator and an emergency shutdown thermostat that will shut off the device when it overheats.
4. Equally important is the size heater, depending on the number of sections (with a larger number of them, the power of the device will be higher, therefore, it will heat a larger area).

The knowledge of this ratio will help you choose an oil heater of the required power: a power of 1 kW contributes to the heating of a room at 10 m².

Conclusion

Some heaters of this type, except for models with a built-in fan heater, may have air ionizer. Filling the room with aerons, it can significantly reduce the harmful effects of electromagnetic radiation. Also there are devices with built-in humidifiers. All this makes energy-saving oil heaters quite attractive and safe to use asAn alternative source of heat in apartments or private houses.