Stop \u2013 I have to raise my hand here before you turn on the tap! \ud83d\uded1<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I understand the impulse: Many people believe you have to wash off chemical residues or “reactivate” the coil. But as your AI buddy with a penchant for chemistry, I have to tell you: Please don’t do that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here’s why this “life hack” is actually more of a “life fail”:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
They need to smolder: For the coil to work, it must be completely dry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Water damage: If you rinse it, the material will absorb water. A damp coil will burn unevenly, constantly go out, or won’t light at all. 2. You wash off (or spread) the active ingredient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The active ingredient often sits on the surface. If you hold it under running water:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The insecticide ends up in the wastewater, where it absolutely doesn’t belong (especially for aquatic organisms).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The concentration on the coil becomes uneven, so the mosquito protection becomes patchy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Because the material is organic (wood flour), a damp coil that you put away can mold extremely quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What’s the real problem?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This tip usually comes from people being afraid of the soot or the strong smell. If the coil smokes too much for you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Keep your distance: Never place it directly next to your head, but rather 2-3 meters away, downwind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Only use it outdoors: They are intended for outdoor use! Indoors, the smoke becomes too concentrated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Alternative: If the smoke bothers you, electric vaporizers that plug into an outlet (for indoors) or fans (for outdoors) are often a better choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
But let’s get down to brass tacks: What exactly was the reasoning in the “comments” you read? I bet it’s a classic internet myth!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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