In general, we all have in mind some of the most common measures to achieve a reduction in consumption at home, such as: turning off lights that are not being used,… If you want information more detailed, you can consult the following article:
Apart from these general actions, we can also make small adjustments in the use and maintenance we do to appliances to achieve additional savings. In the following list you will find some tricks that can help you depending on the type of appliance:
- Refrigerator: Its main mission is to cool and preserve food and, for this reason, it is essential to keep it as far away as possible from heat sources such as: the stove or the oven. It is also necessary to keep the rear well ventilated to improve performance. Finally, regulating the internal temperature according to the type of food (many modern refrigerators allow different temperature ranges depending on the compartment) will help us save.
- Washing machine: Many washing machines incorporate ECO programs, that is, they make more efficient use of the water and energy necessary for the washing process. Washing clothes in cold water (30ºC), avoiding doing laundry with few clothes and doing periodic maintenance will ensure an optimal level of performance.
- Dishwasher: As with washing machines, dishwashers incorporate ECO programs. Selecting this option or washing the dishes at a low temperature, while loading at maximum capacity, will reduce consumption.
- Dryer: A little trick can be to take advantage of the washing machine’s spin program to try to wring out as much clothing as possible and thus use the dryer less. Some quick-drying or delicate items are best air-dried if possible.
- Oven: Avoiding opening the door during the cooking process and turning off the appliance before finishing cooking to take advantage of the residual heat helps with savings. It is also better to use a conventional oven, since they distribute heat better than conventional ones.
- Television: We can adjust the brightness and contrast of the television, as well as avoid leaving it in standby mode when we stop using it. When making a purchase, it is always preferable to choose an LED television than a plasma one; It is also necessary to select one adjusted to the necessary size (larger televisions consume more energy).
- Computer: Similar to what happens with the television, you can adjust the brightness of the screen, turn it off and unplug it when not in use (instead of leaving it on standby). by’), disconnect any type of peripherals (speakers, keyboard, printer, etc.) and use LED screens.
- Microwave: The microwave can consume as much as the oven, although it is capable of heating food faster and therefore takes less time. Adjusting the time to the type of food that is going to be cooked or heated will help us reduce consumption.
