Notes: < / P> Do not touch the lamp during use and at the beginning of 10 minutes after turning off the lamp< / P> Please adjust the distance between the lamp and the animal, at least 30cm. < / P> When the heating lamp is hot, water and moisture can cause the ceramic surface to crack. < / P> IMPORTANT!! Based on its working principle, the heat emitter itself will reach a high temperature which could melt plastic, fiber, paper, etc. So please use a ceramic clamp lamp specially designed for reptiles. And to avoid burns, you should never allow anyone to touch anything when it’s running. If in doubt, please consult someone with professional knowledge before purchasing. < / P>