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De’Longhi Dragon Full Room Digital Radiant Heater
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Space heaters
A space heater keeps one room, and its pipes, warm when the furnace struggles in a cold snap, if you choose and place it safely.
Used for: Cold snaps
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Lasko 22″ Ceramic Tower Space Heater with Tip-Over Switch and Remote
Tip-over switch, overheat cut-off and a 3-year warranty
US retailers$59.99–$69.99at Lasko · prices may have changedPrice checked . Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Lasko at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.Check price at Lasko (opens in a new tab)More retailers for the Lasko 22″ Ceramic Tower Space Heater with Tip-Over Switch and Remote (CT22850)$59.99–$69.99at Lasko · prices may have changedPrice checked . Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Lasko at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.Check price at Lasko (opens in a new tab)More retailers for the Lasko 22″ Ceramic Tower Space Heater with Tip-Over Switch and Remote (CT22850)
Before you buy
- Look for the safety mark Health Canada treats heaters that fail the CSA safety tests as a danger. Buy only certified models.
- Keep 3 ft clear The US CPSC says keep three feet around the heater and never leave it running unattended.
- Wall outlet only No power strips or extension cords, and no cords under rugs.
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Space heater questions
What safety mark should a space heater have?
In Canada, a recognised certification mark. Health Canada treats portable electric heaters that fail CSA C22.2 No. 46 or CAN/CSA E60335-2-30 criteria, including tip-over and abnormal-operation tests, as a danger to health or safety. In the US, look for a UL or ETL listing.
How much clearance does a space heater need?
At least 3 ft on every side from anything that can burn, says the US CPSC. Set it on a stable, level surface, never leave it running unattended, and plug it into a wall outlet, never a power strip.
Can I run a space heater from a generator in an outage?
An electric heater can run from a generator or power station big enough for it, plugged straight in with a suitable cord. Keep any fuel generator outside, at least 6 m from the house, per Health Canada. Our frozen pipes guide covers keeping warm in an outage.