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  • Chiro Harper
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    Also lay the bottle flat while u fill it, and u only need to fill it about halfway and let out the air before u seal….hold away from body when doing this., obviously…

  • Chiro Harper
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    Yeah, accidents happen so quickly, i always tell my kids, SO please replace hot water bottles every year, its not expensive ….

  • Evel Genius
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    @RoundupResistance has obviously never been burnt by one of these! These things are DANGEROUS!!!!! WANNA SEE THE SCARS??? I'll post 'em on YouTube if you like! "Utter Nonsense" is utter nonsense!
    Have a nice day non-burn victims, I hope Karma doesn't get you :)

  • bluefoxicy
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    5000 deaths by fire in 62 million people from electric blanket, in England. 200 non-fatal burns in 22 million people in Australia. Which is a bigger risk?

    Other statistics: 150 people in the UK stab themselves by accident with kitchen knives EVERY DAY. The air you breathe inside your house is also about as likely to give you cancer (yes, indoor air is relatively more carcinogenic than outdoor air….)

    Hot water is dangerous. Don't be cheap, but don't be so damn scared of everything.

  • Bryce Cherry
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    Two things which are utter nonsense: replacing the bottle each year (only needs to be replaced when signs of wear appear) and removing the bottle before you get into bed (can still remain there safely as long as it has a cover)

  • rollstuhlmeister
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    They can cause burns even without leaking. Best advice is, make sure the water's not too hot. Don't use the kettle if you can help it.

  • MegaMissfitz
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    im off to bed now with a hot water bottle on my face to help my toothache! hope my cheeks are still sweet in the morning wish me luck !!!

  • ACCCProductSafety
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    The ACCC's advice in this film is based on our experience in the area of product safety. Wear to your hot water bottle is not always visible and Australians – such as the woman in this film – have been seriously burned by hot water bottles while sitting or lying in bed.