Don’t rely on Luck for safe microwave oven use
Cooking in your microwave oven can save energy and money compared with using the stovetop or oven. It’s perfectly safe to heat up food or drinks in a microwave - as long as you’re using it correctly and the appliance is in good shape. But every now and then, you’ll hear that someone got burned while heating something up. Don’t let the next report be about someone in your family. Here are a few tips to keep yourself and your family safe around this handy appliance:
• If the microwave door does not close securely and seal fully, don’t use it. Call for a repair or, if your equipment is old, replace it. An unsealed door can allow microwave radiation to leak out of the oven.
• If the fan, light or turntable operates even when the door is open, do not use it.
• If a door hinge comes loose or falls off, repair it before you use the oven.
• If the door itself is bent, warped or damaged, don’t use the device.
• Place food and liquids in microwave-safe containers before
heating. Glass, ceramic and
plastic containers labeled for microwave oven use are OK. Avoid placing metal pans and aluminum foil in the microwave. And some plastic can melt when you heat it. 392601
• Don’t overheat water. If you overheat plain water, it can explode—violently and without any warning. Some people have reported that the exploding water scalded their hands and face. A tip: Put instant coffee or sugar into the water before heating it to reduce the risk of an explosion.
• Read and follow the manufacturer’s instructions and cautions before using a microwave oven or any electric appliance.
Energy Efficiency Tip of the Month
Energy Efficiency Tip of the Month
Warmer weather is on the way! Use energy
efficient window treatments or coverings, blinds, shades and films, to reduce heat gain in your home. These devices not only improve the look of your home but also reduce energy costs.
Source: U.S. Dept. of Energy
Warmer weather is on the way! Use energy efficient window treatments or coverings, like blinds, shades and films, to reduce heat gain in your home. These devices not only improve the look of your home but also reduce energy costs.
Warmer weather is on the way! Use energy efficient window treatments or coverings, like blinds, shades and films, to reduce heat gain in your home. These devices not only improve the look of your home but also reduce energy costs.
Source: U.S. Dept. of Energy NO. OF OUTAGES
2 8 1 1
MONTHLY OUTAGE REPORT CAUSE OF OUTAGE
Scheduled Maintenance Lightning Animal
Broken Jumper Lee Cansler, working foreman, retired from Harmon
Electric Association on January 31, 2017. Lee began his career with electric cooperatives on March 3, 1970 at Southwest Rural Electric Cooperative in Tipton, Ok and continued with Harmon Electric beginning on June 3, 1974. He has been a great asset for the cooperative and takes with him a wealth of knowledge about the entire service territory that will be hard to replace.
Lee said that he always enjoyed going out on service calls,
even at night and in storms. It was like a puzzle to him, and he took pride in figuring out the problem and getting members’ electricity back on. Lee hopes the younger employees take the time to make this as enjoyable of a job for themselves as he did.
Lee and his wife Jo Ann reside in Harmon County as
members of Harmon Electric. Lee will no doubt enjoy retirement as he loves to hunt, fish, and play golf. He also loves the time he gets to spend with his two daughters and their
families...most especially the grandchildren.
We all enjoyed working with
Lee and wish him the very best as he begins this new chapter in his life.
Lee Cansler
is hanging up his hard hat for good.
NO. OF METERS AFFECTED
17 68
240 1
For the month of January Harmon Electric experienced 12 separate outages. The total members affected were 326 with an average time off of 1.83 hours. Spring storm season is near. Stay safe and never get near downed power lines. Call 580-688-3342 or 800-643-7769 to report any problems.
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