The economic crisis has forced homeowners "from a different angle" to look at the need for to save electricity .With the precise implementation of our recommendations, we guarantee an economy of 30-40%.
How to save energy: energy-saving lamps and light adjustment
With the advent of energy-saving halogen and LED lamps, it is easier to save money, but the cost of replacing one daylight lamp with an economical analog is justified on average in one year. Reduce these dates by installing modern lighting control systems. Innovative technologies allow automation of lighting control with the following devices:
- Motion sensors;
- Switches with the possibility of adjusting the intensity of lighting;
- Systems of the "smart house" type.
How to save electrical energy with intelligent systems
Motion sensors are electronic sensors that close an electrical circuit after detecting a moving object. Devices justify themselves when installing on the street, in front of the front door and in the bathrooms - that is, in places where people spend a small amount of time.
Modern touch switches have a mode of adjustment of intensity of illumination that allows not to spend the big energy if it is necessary only illumination( for example, for opening of a refrigerator in the kitchen).
With the help of technology "smart house" you can create complex programs for managing lighting at home. Using "smart house" controllers, you can set the lighting time of a separate room or object.
Use local lighting on the desktop, rather than a common lighting fixture that has many
light bulbs. Basic principles of saving on lighting:
- Explore the principles of the right combination of local and general lighting in the house. For an even supply of light, you can use not only the ceiling lights. There are local sources and common light;
- Light bulbs with a marking of -230-240 V are used for a longer time and consume less energy. They shine worse than analogues at 220 V;
- Fluorescent lamps have a light output of 4-5 times higher than fluorescent bulbs of similar power. As a consequence, it is more rational to apply these options in all rooms, except for the bathroom;
- Periodically wipe off the dust from the bulbs to improve the illumination and reduce the load during their operation;
- Do not forget about clean windows. Natural sunlight will reduce the switching on time.
Save electricity in the kitchen
Much of the electrical energy is "lost" in the kitchen when the appliances are misused. Electric stoves create a big load. When using them, the following conditions must be observed:
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- It is more economical to heat large amounts of water immediately on an electric stove, but not "small doses in frequent portions";
- When the surface of the burner is swollen, you need to buy a new one, as it will consume 2-3 times more energy to heat dishes;
- When heating, the pan should be closed with a tight lid;
- The thermal energy of the electric cooker remains for some time after the appliance has been switched off, so turn off the equipment before cooking;
- For economy, some housewives cook for a couple, when one pan is placed on top of the other, in which water is located;
- Significantly save the cooking time and power of the pressure cooker;
- Better in terms of electrical costs, tubular hobs with stepless control of heating in comparison with cast-iron analogs of a step type;
- For heating food, it is better to use microwave ovens.
How to operate the refrigerator to save electricity
To conserve electrical energy, you need to operate the refrigeration equipment correctly:
How to use the refrigerator to save electricity?
- Leave a gap of at least 10 cm between it and the wall;
- Prevent exposure to direct sunlight;
- It is desirable to tilt the equipment back at an angle of 5 degrees;
- Do not install hot food on the shelves;
- The products are located without piling to ensure optimum air circulation;
- Do not open the door without an objective reason;
- When storing, try to do so that the thermostat is in the minimum or at least the middle position;
- Defrost the equipment once every 1 month;
- Do not wash the refrigerator shelves with warm water.
Install the refrigerator in a room where the room temperature is maintained( 18-20 degrees).It is difficult to count on the economy of large refrigeration equipment, so without the need not to buy a large camera for home use.
Some tricks of energy saving
In conclusion, we add that a significant electrical load is created by various heating devices based on spirals( TEN).As a consequence, we do not recommend using heaters based on such components without the need for it.
The iron also consumes a lot of energy, but it is able to keep the heat, so for economy it is advisable to turn it off 5 minutes before ironing. For home use it is better to buy irons with automatic regulators.
