Preventing PMD fires: Tips on charging your device safely

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Preventing PMD fires: Tips on charging your device safely
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If you can do the five-step mozzie wipeout, then you can take these steps to prevent a PMD from burning your house down.

According to the Land Transport Authority , getting a UL2272 certification requires the PMD to pass a series of electrical, mechanical and environmental tests.The charred remains of a PMD in a Tampines HDB flat fire.

As such, you shouldn't charge an already fully-charged battery or to leave it charging overnight. PMD users are also advised to follow the manufacturers’ instructions for charging their devices.PMD batteries run the risk of catching fire when overheated. The PMD battery should be stored at room temperature away from combustible or flammable materials.

A personal mobility device that was placed in the kitchen was the cause of the fire in Ang Mo Kio on Jul 22, 2019, according to preliminary investigations.

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