dangers of heaters in an enclosed area

Post by **robcaz** » Sat Jun 13, 2015 7:17 pm

Hi all,

Extreme caution should be used when thinking of using a gas, dual fuel, a kerosene heater, heat beads or even a stove for that matter inside an enclosed area such as a tent, camper trailer or caravan to keep warm on a cold night camping.

PLEASE ONLY USE IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA. MAKE SURE YOU HAVE WINDOWS OPEN SO FUMES DO NOT BUILD UP.

Carbon monoxide is a colourless and odourless gas, slightly lighter than air. It is formed whenever any carbon-based substance, which is most substances, is burned with an inadequate supply of air. Even when there is adequate air, carbon monoxide is produced if the burning reaction is only partly complete.

Even in small amounts, carbon monoxide is deadly to all warm-blooded animals. A 0.2% concentration can kill within 30 minutes.

DO NOT USE A GAS HEATER IN THE TENT AREA WHILE SLEEPING.

More info can be found in an article on the tech tips page http://www.campertrailers.org/heater_dangers.htm

happy camping
Rob & Carol