Personal Comfort - Heat Patch FAQ

FAQ - your heat patch
questions answered . . .

1. How do I use them?
Adhesive heat patches are designed to be positioned on the outside of under garments where you want the heat applied. Typical applications might be to your lower back or abdomen. The gentle adhesive will help keep them in position. For the most direct heat transfer, ensure that the clothing the heat patch is attached to is resting against the skin and not hanging loosely. To keep your hands warm, leave the adhesive cover in place and slip one into your pockets.

2. How big are they?
Our heat patch are the standard large size at 3.5 x 5 inches [approx. 10 x 14 cm and about 2 mm thick]. Weight is about 45 grams.

3. Can "Personal Comfort" heat patches cause a fire?
The oxidisation reaction has nothing to do with burning or fire and is completely safe.

4. Why is the packaging written in Japanese?
Our heat patches are supplied by manufacturers and distributors in Japan. This is the only country in the world that manufacturers them. All are supplied with full instructions in English, and additionally a translation of the Japanese packaging text.

5. How do I dispose of my used heat patches?
As soon as they have expired, simply throw them away with the rest of your rubbish. They contain no environmentally harmful chemicals or substances.

6. If they generate warmth, can they cause any burns?
No, it is not possible to get what is called a low temperature burn from heat patches, when used with reasonable care and the simple instructions followed. As with any external source of heat applied to the body, reasonable care must be taken, and the heat patch constantly monitored to ensure safe comfort levels. Do not use if there is any risk of sleep or any circumstances where heat might build up unnoticed to uncomfortable levels. This could go on to cause a heat burn. Consult a doctor if this occurs. Always follow the instructions.

7. Can I reuse a partially used heat patch?
Yes, partially used heat patches can be resealed in an airtight bag. With its oxygen supply blocked off, the heat patches oxidation reaction soon stops. To use again, take out of the bag and use as per instructions until it has fully expired. Partially used heat patches can retain their existing life for seven to ten days.

8. Can I put used heat patches into my garden compost?
While most of the patch's construction is from biodegradable materials and the contents completely natural, they also include salt and this is not good for your plants.

9. Why does my heat patch not start working when below freezing?
The package includes a small amount of water. This must be in a liquid state for the oxidation process to start. If the reaction is not starting, the water may be frozen. Warm the patch between your hands and it will do the rest of the work from there.

10. How do I know when they have finished?
At the end of its life the heat will gradually fade away. As it does so, the patches contents will change to a gravely consistency. Remove from clothing when this occurs and throw away.

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