![]() ![]() Precautions for Pre-Scheduled Power Outages Be careful of the water temperature if you have tropical fish. Move fish from aquariums to a live-box or use a battery-powered air pump.Check settings of electrical appliances with a timer function, such as rice cookers and televisions (timer recording) after the power is restored because the time might become incorrect and timer settings might be cleared.Check the time display on remote controls and other devices after the power is restored because time settings of remote controls for EcoCute and electric water heaters might be cleared depending on the model.Water pipes and water heater pipes might freeze during the winter in cold areas.Gas and water supply might also be stopped in addition to the power.* After power is restored, first turn on the breakers and then plug in the appliances. You can safely and easily prevent accidents due to forgetting to turn off the power by turning off the breakers of the distribution board before leaving your home.Unplug any rotating appliances and equipment such as hand mixers, and electric drills and saws from the outlet in order to prevent an accident when the power is restored.Unplug any electrical appliances or devices that generate heat such as irons, hair driers, and sheath heaters from the outlet in order to prevent fire when the power is restored. ![]() Crime prevention systems and gas leakage alarm devices might not function.Be careful in office and apartment buildings as equipment such as elevators, automatic doors, auto-locks, and multistory parking garages will not be able to function.Provide periodic ventilation in the same manner if using any sort of combustion appliance such as an oil heater.If you must use one, be sure to periodically provide sufficient ventilation in order to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning. Avoid using briquette or charcoal-fueled cooking stoves for heating or making food indoors.Be careful of fire when using candles or similar items as light during a power outage.Prepare alternate means, such as a mobile phone, as well as a backup power source.You cannot generally use most land-line, IP, or subscription telephones during a power outage.Be careful of heatstroke in the summer because air conditioners and electric fans cannot be used during a power outage.Be very careful when crossing intersections as traffic signals might suddenly stop working. ![]()
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