Heating & Cooling

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Has a sealed firebox and a tight-fitting door An air intake damper allows air to circulate around the firebox and controls the rate of fuel...

The andiron is a pair of metal bars with decorative front shafts that hold the logs. Using a grate and andiron allow air to circulate and feed...

A convection-type heater. The heating elements are completely enclosed, so they are safe for use around small children, but they do not give...

Radiates warmth through the firebox to the surrounding air. Draws air for combustion through the door. Door is not tightly sealed, has no...

Creates a gentle indoor breeze and supports heating and air conditioning systems by using less energy than a 100-watt light bulb...

A convection-type heater. Uses a ceramic disk heating element. Ideal for spot heating. Lightweight and easy to carry. Safe alternative to...

Cleans creosote, a potential fire hazard, out of chimneys. Soot destroyers can be used in wood- gas- coal or oil-burning fireplaces. They come...

Cooking grates are used in grills. This is what the food is placed on so that it doesn't fall into the fire/burners. Some grills have multiple...

Removes excess moisture from the air by blowing humid air over cold evaporator coils in a refrigerator system. Moisture collects in a pan, and...

Controls the temperature in a room turning on or off the furnace or air-conditioner. Temperature is set manually by a dial. One type is...

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