How to Stay Safe when using Christmas Lights with Sunlite Mitre 10

Head in to one of the three Sunlite Mitre 10 stores this Christmas to pick up some of the best Christmas Deals! Our stores are buzzing with Christmas cheer, lights, decorations and Christmas Music. Its better to be safe that sorry when celebrating this Christmas, so we thought we write a little article on how to safely enjoy your Christmas with Sunlite Mitre 10…

 The use of decorative, festive lighting during the holiday season is a long standing tradition. Christmas lights evoke the true spirit of Christmas. If you are beginning to plan your Christmas décor, including your lighting, don’t let excitement get the best of you. Your lights need to be carefully selected and installed to avoid electric shocks or fires. Before decorating your home or garden, consider the following:

• Using the appropriate Christmas lights for indoors or outdoors

 If you will be using the lighting indoors only and will be protected from the weather, then it is acceptable to purchase lights suitable “for indoor use only”. This will be marked clearly on the box. If you will be using the lighting outdoors, only buy lights marked “suitable for outdoor use”. This means they are weatherproof.

• Purchasing lights with safety assurances

 It is best to buy your lights from reputable stores such as your local Sunlite Mitre 10. Look for an approval number, and a regulatory compliance mark logo.

• Buying second hand lights is not recommended

 Unless you can have a professional test the lights prior to use, it is not recommended that you buy second hand Christmas Lights.

• Check the cables and bulbs for damage prior to use

 Even if your lights are brand new, it is still recommended to check the cables and bulbs before putting them to use.

 If you are using the lights the first time, it is important to read the label. It is also recommended to use the Residual Current Device for protection against shocks. If you are hanging the lights, make sure that you use stable support. Finally, when you leave the room it’s always a good idea to switch off the lights, especially before ending the night. This is not only a safety precaution, but will also extend the lifespan of the lights, and save you in electricity costs.

If you need help choosing the right Christmas Lights for your application – head down to your local Sunlite Mitre 10 and pick up some of the best advice around town! The name says it all! Mighty Helpful Mitre 10!

Merry Christmas from the team at Sunlite Mitre 10

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Added 5 months ago Posted by Admin at 8:17 pm