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home-improvement2 days ago•2 min saved

Home Depot’s Wi-Fi Enabled 6000-Watt Garage Heater Offers Remote Control but Requires Hardwiring

Home Depot is selling the HEAT STORM 6000-watt garage heater for under $400, a ceiling-mounted unit that produces 20,000 BTUs to heat spaces up to 1,000 square feet. The device features Wi-Fi connectivity, allowing users to control temperature and set schedules via a smartphone app. While it saves floor space and operates quietly, installation requires a professional electrician to set up a 240-volt hardwired connection, as wiring is not included. Buyers report fast heating and ease of installation, though some note limitations in fan power and heating capacity for poorly insulated areas.

via House Digest|

#garage-heater #heat-storm #home-depot

home-maintenance2 years ago•1 min saved

"Essential Home Prep for Winter's Freezing Temperatures"

Heating and plumbing experts advise homeowners to prepare for the upcoming coldest temperatures by checking vents, changing filters, and ensuring that no obstructions are blocking PVC pipes for high-efficiency furnaces. Signs that may indicate the need for a technician include a thermostat not maintaining the set temperature and unusual furnace noises or smells. Additionally, steps to prevent frozen pipes include leaving cabinet doors open and letting faucets drip when the temperature drops below freezing.

via WCPO 9 Cincinnati|

#furnace-maintenance #home-heating #home-maintenance

aviation3 years ago•2 min saved

"Delta Air Lines employees undergo intense boot camp to master plane de-icing"

Delta Air Lines holds a three-day summer de-ice "boot camp" in Minneapolis, training around 400 employees on how to de-ice planes using water instead of de-icing fluid. The workers then return to their home bases to train 6,000 co-workers before October. De-icing is crucial to ensure safe aircraft operations during winter, as ice build-up can affect performance and even cause planes to stall. Delta de-iced approximately 30,000 planes last winter, with 13,000 in Minneapolis alone. The training program includes employees from various locations, including those not typically associated with winter weather.

via Times of India|

#aviation #de-icing #delta-air-lines