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Did
you know that 85 per cent of the electricity needed to run a dishwasher is used
to heat the water.
>When
shopping for a new dishwasher try looking for ones with short-cycle or econo-wash
features and energy saver switches that turn off the heating element so that the
air can dry the dishes. Refrigerators Check
the EnerGuide label: Most refrigerator models on the retail floor have automatic
defrost, so when comparing them, consider that extra features, such as through
the door ice and automatic icemakers, eat up extra energy. They add extra kilowatts
to the refrigerator's energy rating because of the
energy required to freeze the water
the energy expended by the heater that
warms the ice mold so the ice can be removed
the energy expended by the motor
that pushes the ice out of the mold
the energy required by the compressor
to remove this extra heat from the freezer.
Electric ranges
When
shopping for an electric range, look for the >EnerGuide label and compare.
You will notice that ranges with self-cleaning ovens, while they may have a higher
EnerGuide rating than an easy-clean, are better overall energy performers. The
EnerGuide rating is higher because it takes into account the energy needed for
about three self-cleanings per year. If you clean your oven only once, then the
energy consumption of your range will be a bit lower. Self-cleaning ovens are
better insulated to accommodate the high temperature for the self-cleaning cycle.
In normal use, the heat is distributed more evenly and less energy is consumed.
Clothes
Washer Buying Tips Choose
a washing machine that has several options for adjusting the water level. A small
load should have the option of using a smaller amount of water.
Choose a
model with a "mini-basket", a small tub that fits over the agitator.
This allows you to wash very small loads.
Look for pre-soaking options. Both
pre-soaking options and "suds saver" features conserve energy, although
the latter option is rare.
Choose a washing machine with faster spin speeds.
Higher spin speeds can result in better water extraction and reduce drying times | 
