The all season EnerG+ HEA-20960D-1 electric Infrared Outdoor Heater ushers in a new standard in outdoor heating. Focusing the warmth precisely where you want it， this versatile infrared heater is very efficient using radiant heat. Completely safe to use outdoors in all weather conditions， safe to use in enclosed areas， and hardly affected by wind you will have instant warmth year-round. Can be used used both inside or outside. The 900 Watt infrared carbon heater is a type of infrared heating device that uses a hydrocarbon filament instead of a tungsten filament as a heating element. Such a heating element has a high thermal conductivity and， accordingly， has a higher heat transfer. The convenient carrying handle allows to carry and position the Energ+ infrared heater where you want the way you want. The cool touch coating on the heating bulb cover grill allows the heating surface to stay relatively cool to the touch， making it a safer choice in households with pets or kids. If the unit is knocked over by the wind， kids or even the family pet， it will shut off automatically to prevent any chance of fire. Just stand it back up and turn it on again. The wide & heavy base makes it difficult to knock over， but accidents happen and this feature will keep you safe even if you are not present. The IP24 rating allows you to leave this unit outside all season long and not worry about dust and water filtering in. If you accidentally spray it while watering flowers or cleaning there will be no harm done to the heater.