Nevera: The refrigerator and freezer are two of the appliances that consume the most since they are connected all day. However, some money can be saved taking full advantage of its volume, adjusting the thermostat between 4 and 6 degrees Celsius and not leaving the door open for a long time. The most recommended that the fridge is not located in the kitchen near the oven, a radiator or a sunny window.
Dishwasher: Our light invoice can be modified by changing the dishwasher program. According to the OCU, consumers can save up to 20% if they use an economic program (at 50 ° C instead of 60 ° C) and reserving the intense washing program only when the vaijilla is very dirty. At the contrary of what could be thought, the medium load program does not save much energy, so it is better to wait to fill the dishwasher completely to start it.
Washing machine and dryer: To save on light consumption for putting the washing machine and dryer, it is advisable to use the coldest possible program in washing, as well as the fastest centrifugation. In addition, if you are going to iron the clothes, it is advisable to finish the drying program before.
Television: How many times do we leave the television on without even listening? This daily gesture can make the light of light more expensive. On average, the Spaniards spend more than three and a half hours a day in front of the small screen, which represents an energy consumption of up to 12%. To save the solution, it does not go through television or leave it in ‘Standby’, but to disconnect it when it is not being used. If not, it can reach consumer as much as a computer at full performance even if it is not on.
Oven: “It is a large energy consumer (5.1%) by generating heat at high temperatures in a very short period of time.” These three tips are basic to reduce spending: it is not necessary to preheat it for cooking above one hour, the door should not be opened to check the food and it is convenient to turn it off before time to take advantage of the residual heat.
Small appliances: small appliances that beat or chop usually have low powers; But that those that produce heat, such as the kitchen robot, the iron or the dryer, “have greater powers and give rise to important consumption.”
