Summer 2008
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Summer Suggestions for Appliance Storage
By Bill Capman
Be careful where you leave those extra appliances. Very high temperatures can develop when a closed vehicle is left in the sun, especially at the beach or in an exposed parking lot. Appliances which are not properly protected may be unusable, and it may be at a time when you need them the most. If you must leave your supplies in a closed car for an extended period, put them in an insulated bag or cooler and keep the container covered and out of the direct sunlight. This method may not guarantee total protection but should provide adequate short term protection for day trips. Don't keep a large quantity of supplies on hand, especially in the summer. Let your supplier store them - hot and humid weather can damage appliances.
SOURCE: Worcester Ostomy Association: The Re-Route on-line, Evansville, IN May 2008, via Inside Out On-line Summer 2008.
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