How an Electric Fireplace Works

!±8± How an Electric Fireplace Works

Electric fireplaces have become a popular choice of product for many homeowners who cannot have an actual fireplace in their home. Many people grew up with fireplaces crackling in their homes, but they may have purchased a home or live in an apartment that doesn't have a model. Fireplaces are not only less common these days, but are also expensive and very dirty at times. People still nonetheless desire to have the warmth and sound of a beautiful fire in their homes and electric fireplaces provide this opportunity without the expense and hassle of having to clean up afterwards. These products have become more popular over time and many people have already completely substituted their existing fireplace for these products as well.

An electric fireplace does not have any real fire in it. Instead it's an electrical imitation of a fire that still expels heat and has the ambiance of a real fire. With such a setup, families and individuals can still enjoy the feeling of a fire without the problems associated with it. These products are fun to have around and even provide the random snaps and crackles that you get with a regular fire. For many people, these products are indistinguishable from a regular fire when not look directly at. And they don't even need to be maintained, just turn them on or off with a simple flip of a switch.

These products work using a couple different components that work together in concert to create the illusion of a fire. The heat is probably the most important aspect and works just like an electrical coil heater does. A coil is heated and then a fan blows the air out to create warmth in a room. Most models also feature a finger guard, which prevents curious children from sticking their fingers inside the vent and getting burned.

Two other effects - sound and visual - complete the effect. The sound is provided by a speaker system that plays, usually, a randomly generated sequence of sounds to give a unique experience every time the unit is used. The visual effects vary wildly depending upon the actual model. Some are simply the drawing of a fire that glows red and orange. Others are complete videos of fires burning. Either one creates the sense of a fire's glow, and each person can determine what effect they like best for their own model. Regardless, all models will provide the same great benefits without the need for a chimney sweep.

How an Electric Fireplace Works

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Energy Conservation for a New Era

!±8± Energy Conservation for a New Era

There are energy costs that we can control, and others we cannot. This video takes a look at those energy costs we have control over, in and around the residence...the central air conditioning and heating system, the water heater, the refrigerator and freezer. These major-use appliances will offer the greatest opportunities to save money on an electric bill.

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Property For Sale Valencia Province Spain abreast Montroy P0157

!±8± Property For Sale Valencia Province Spain abreast Montroy P0157

Reference:P0157 | m2:153 | Bedrooms: 3 | Baths: 3 A stunning country chalet of 153m2 on a fully fenced and very private plot of 2650m2 located in an excellent residential area close to Montroy. The chalet is entered from a corner covered terrace that has been glazed in like a conservatory. From here you pass through an archway to the fitted kitchen and then into a bright, spacious living room which is an unusual bow shape design. There is an attractive corner wood burner stove and a wide archway leads you to a separate dining area. Off either side of this area is a double bedroom with a bathroom en suite. There is also a further room currently fitted up as a study with a computer desk and book shelves that is accessed from an archway off another side of the lounge. This room has exterior access to the pool side terrace via sliding patio doors. There is a lovely 6m x 4m sunken and tiled swimming pool with a filtration system and featuring an apsidal end with roman steps and paved areas for sun loungers and seating surrounded with borders that have been gravelled for easy maintenance, but that have been furnished with a variety of plants, trees and shrubs, and there is plenty of space for car parking space. An exterior staircase leads from this area to a roof terrace which commands spectacular 360 degree views of the surrounding countryside. The ground falls away to the rear of the chalet and on the lower level is a guest apartment with a double bedroom and bathroom and ...

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Install an Auxiliary Fuel Tank in Your Pickup, Then Buy Gas or Fuel on Your Schedule

!±8± Install an Auxiliary Fuel Tank in Your Pickup, Then Buy Gas or Fuel on Your Schedule

RVers who pull travel trailers or fifth-wheel trailers with their pickup trucks know that their range is somewhat limited. Maybe it's 300 miles; maybe even less.

They also know or will soon learn that they must think well ahead regarding that required fuel stop. How far before they will run empty should they stop to fill up? Where is there a station which they can get into and out of the pumps without damage? Where is a station of the desired brand or which will take the desired credit card? What is the price, compared to other locations along the route? And so on.

It's not a simple question to answer. Coming up with the answer often requires significant mental energy and creates stress. Stress which no RVer needs.

I'll use my F-350 Power Stroke as am example. The factory tank holds 38 gallons. That means that while towing my trailer I can almost always get 300 miles on a tank full, and under the most ideal conditions I might be able to get 400 miles.

Here in the Midwest, finding stations at appropriate spots is not a problem. But how about more sparsely populated areas, where it can easily be 100 miles between towns? And do those towns have acceptable places to fuel? It can be a problem!

With my wife's encouragement, I added a combination toolbox/tank. It holds 45 gallons in the lower part while the upper seven inches or so is a toolbox. That's a great place for a pair of battery jumper cables, a tow chain, a supply of diesel fuel additive, spare oil and oil filter, a lug wrench, and tie-down straps.

This tank has been great for our marriage! Now planning fuel stops is a non-issue because we have enough range that we can easily plan to stop at our favorite places to fill up. With this setup, I tell people that I can run 400 miles, then must find a place to fuel up within the next 300 miles!

Now it is relatively easy to avoid buying fuel in cities or even entire states where the price is "too high."

The results of adding this auxiliary tank are simple: Now we buy fuel on our terms, not when we must. It makes a world of difference in the expenditure of mental energy regarding fueling.

There are several different approaches to aux tanks, from the rather sophisticated to the brutally simple.

The simplest version is just a tank with a pump and a hose. When you want to use fuel from the aux tank, you stop, take the end of the hose, stick it in the filler pipe of the main tank, and turn the pump on. This is simple, easy to install, and easy to understand. And potentially messy! Don't forget to turn the pump off!

The most sophisticated one of which I am aware is the system sold by Transfer Flow. With this system, fuel is automatically transferred from the aux to the main tank. A "control panel" in the cab provides a digital readout of the amount of fuel in each tank. Because of the automation and information provided, this system is considered by many to be the top of the line in auxiliary fuel tank systems.

I chose the middle ground and, as they say, "It works for me!"

The system I installed has a switch in the cab labeled "Main" or "Auxiliary." When in the "Auxiliary" position, fuel feeds from the aux tank directly to the engine. The standard fuel gauge indicates the amount of fuel in the aux tank.

When switched to the "Main" position, fuel flows from the main tank directly to the engine and the fuel gauge indicates the amount of fuel in the main tank.

For me, this system is great: Simple, not messy, uncomplicated fuel gauge readout. And simple fuel management. It serves us well.

There's an added benefit which no one mentions. It provides a back-up fuel pump! I've not heard of fuel pumps going bad in pickups, but I have replaced fuel pumps in two cars. A failed fuel pump can leave you stranded and be expensive to replace. With many auxiliary fuel tank systems, you have a second fuel pump! This creates a redundant system, just like many of the systems in airplanes where the results of a failure of the main system are simply unacceptable.

If your spouse or you spend too much time considering fuel stops or if you simply have to stop too often, you are a great candidate for an auxiliary fuel tank. It puts you in the drivers seat!

Copyright 2007 Keith A. Williams

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Can an Electric Fireplace Heat the Whole House?

!±8± Can an Electric Fireplace Heat the Whole House?

I was hanging out at the local pub the other night when a friend of mine told me he was thinking about buying an electric fireplace for his home. Inevitably he asked me about their heating capabilities. Like many people, he was thinking about putting the unit into his bedroom, and using that as a main source of heat, and turn down, or even off, the heat in the rest of his place.

Now as you know, I'm a big, big fan of electric fireplaces. I love Dimplex and Classic Flame fireplaces the most-with ChimneyFree fast becoming my 'best value' choice. But as a primary source of heat in a home? Well, it's a good question...but...so here are some facts....

To do this right, if you're thinking of heating the whole house with an electric, then we should take a look at a couple of different sized models to see how they stack up. We'll look at the Classic Flame Augusta 33" Antique Mahogany Electric Fireplace, a larger, high-end model, (pictured left) and the ChimneyFree Ashbury 23" Premium Cherry Media Console Electric Fireplace, a beautiful, real cherry-wood, mid-sized, mid-market model, pictured right.

The ChimneyFree Ashbury has fan-forced heat with up to 4,600 BTUs/hr (1350 watts) of heating power.  I don't think I have to say anything more as I note that the ChimneyFree sales materials state that this model "provides supplemental heat for up to 400 sq ft", key word being 'supplemental. So, the manufacturer is not saying this should be a primary heating source. As for a 400 square foot room, that's a 20 x 20 space, so it's not small-but remember-'supplemental'.

As for the Classic Flame Augusta, interestingly enough, the sales literature also says fan-forced heat quietly provides up to 4,600 BTUs/hr for 'supplemental' heat for up to 400 sq ft.

Frankly, sales people in the fireplace business don't seem to have much imagination...

But I digress...the bottom line is that the makers of these fireplaces don't even market them as a primary heating source. And with good reason. Electricity is the most expensive way to heat a home. You have to figure you'll spend at least 10 cents an hour for a unit, and that would be in one room. You still have to heat the rest of the house, at least where I live in the northeast. So, 10 cents an hour, every hour, for a month, comes out to...hmmm....carry the 2......not bad-except that it only heats one room...put one in every room and and your paying more than you even pay to the oil company...oh well...

The Electric Fireplace Reviewer's final say: One large, one medium sized, but both with the same size heater. Fireplaces like the ChimneyFree Ashbury electric fireplace and the Classic Flame August electric fireplace are furniture-beautiful and functional-but they just aren't primary heaters. Still, they do provide enough warmth, and great ambiance, and, with such realistic flames and long, to make them worth every penny.

Can an Electric Fireplace Heat the Whole House?

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Cobra CJIC 350 500 Amp Portable Jump-Start/Air Compressor with A/C and D/C Power Outlets

!±8± Cobra CJIC 350 500 Amp Portable Jump-Start/Air Compressor with A/C and D/C Power Outlets

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Cobra CJIC 350 500 Amp Portable Jump-Start/Air Compressor with A/C and D/C Power Outlets

The Cobra CJIC 350 Jumpstarter/PowerPack is a portable all-in-one solution for dead batteries, power outages, and charging on the go. Compact and easy to use, this power station ensures you always have the charge you need to keep your car and electrical devices up and running. More than just a jump starter for dead car batteries, the CJIC 350 features an AC outlet to power household appliances, a DC power outlet to charge mobile accessories, a USB port for charging cell phones and electronic devices, and an air compressor for inflating tires, air mattresses, and sporting equipment. Ideal for emergencies, outdoor trips, and blackouts, the Cobra CJIC 350 delivers versatile, portable power.

CJIC 350 Jumpstarter/PowerPack At a Glance: Compact, portable design is ideal for powering and charging on the go Heavy-duty cables supplying 900 peak amps will jump-start most cars AC, DC, and USB outlets power virtually any appliance or mobile device 260-psi air compressor inflates flat tires with ease Backed by a limited one-year warranty

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An Essential Tool for Your Car
With its compact design, the CJIC 350 Jumpstarter/PowerPack fits easily in your car's trunk and ensures that you'll never be stranded with a dead battery. Operating at 900 peak amps of power and using heavy-duty cables, the CJIC 350 will instantly jump-start most vehicle batteries, including V8 engines.

In the event of a flat tire, a 260-psi air compressor provides easy, quick inflation. The air compressor is also handy for inflating air mattresses, sports equipment, and inner tubes--making it ideal for camping trips and other outdoor adventures. If you're stuck in the dark, a bright LED light located on the front of the CJIC 350 will illuminate your work area or act as an emergency light.

Portable Power for Appliances and Mobile Devices
The CJIC 350 features multiple charging outputs for appliances and devices of all sizes. A multipurpose 400-watt AC outlet gives you the ability to power anything from a refrigerator during a blackout to a boom box at a cookout in the park. In addition, any portable electronic device with a car adapter can be charged using the 12-volt DC socket.

Cell phones, iPods, and PDAs are supported as well, thanks to a useful 5-volt USB output. Whether used as a power source on camping trips or stored away for emergencies, the CJIC 350 is an invaluable, versatile resource.

Safe and Easy to Use
Charging the CJIC 350's maintenance-free, high-efficiency battery is as simple as plugging the unit into a standard AC wall outlet. A colored battery status LED lets you know when the charge is complete (charging may take up to 23 hours if the CJIC 350's battery is dead).

For added safety measures, the CJIC 350 features a jump-starter safety switch, which ensures that power is safely transferred to the jumper cables. The CJIC 350 also includes a reverse polarity indicator to alert you if the battery is not properly connected.

The Cobra CJIC 350 Jumpstarter/PowerPack is backed by a limited one-year warranty.

What's in the Box
Cobra CJIC 350 Jumpstarter/PowerPack, charging adapter, inflation nozzles, and instructions.

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Eccotemp L5 Portable Tankless Water Heater and Outdoor Shower

!±8±Eccotemp L5 Portable Tankless Water Heater and Outdoor Shower

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Endless hot water, in a FLASH! LP - powered Portable Tankless Water Heater. Hot water, instantly and exactly where you need it! Great for camping, cabin use, washing boats and cars, etc. Switch this Heater on and an intense flame instantly heats the water as it passes through. There's no reservoir to deplete like at home, as long as you feed water in, HOT water is coming out! Battery ignition starts flame ONLY when water is running, no overheating! Delivers 1 gallon of hot water per minute; Adjustable water temp from 80 to 150 degrees F; Adapter attaches to any standard garden hose style nozzle; Shower nozzle with on / off control; Includes hose and regulator for attaching to standard LP tank; For outdoor use only; Folding handles; Uses 2 D batteries for ignition (not included); 1 standard LP tank is good for approx. 18 hrs. of continuous use, depending on set temperature; 12 x 15 x 4", 10 lbs. Order Today! Portable Tankless Water Heater

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