The heat is on as we get ready
for another scorching hot summer with beach outings, ice cream desserts and
movie dates. But for days spent at home, summer means our air conditioners will
be working longer and harder to keep us cool and comfortable. To manage your
electricity bill, try these smart energy saving tips from Electrolux.
1. Maximize natural light
The sun might be extra hot during summer, but without rain clouds
covering the sky, it also provides light that you can use to your advantage.
Arrange your space to let the light in – keep your windows unblocked, use
mirrors to reflect light to strategic places and use light-colored fabrics on
your pillows and upholstery. You don’t need light fixtures in every corner of
your house to keep it bright and colorful this summer.
2. Unplug and get rid of phantom load
Unplugging electrical devices is an easy yet effective way to reduce
energy consumption. Leaving appliances plugged in after turning them off causes
them to switch to standby mode, which still uses electricity. This is called
“phantom load” and can cost you up to PHP 270 per kilowatt hour a month
according to the Department of Energy. By simply remembering to turn off and
unplug your appliances, you can save a significant amount of money and electricity.
3. Set a timer
Keeping your home cool and comfy can be difficult during the summer, so air conditioners are a must. But this doesn’t mean that your electricity bill has to suffer. Air conditioner timers are a convenient way to save energy. Set your air conditioner timer to turn on and off at times of your choosing to maximize its cooling effect and minimize energy consumption.
4. Condition your air conditioner
Air conditioners rarely run at peak efficiency due to improper maintenance. Make cleaning your air conditioner a routine to keep it in pristine condition. Easy maintenance such as cleaning the air filters once every two months keeps your air conditioning unit from clogging up and blocking all that cool air. Have your air conditioner checked by a technician at least once a year to ensure it continues to operate at optimal levels. Electrolux’s Customer Care Hotline is open weekdays from 9 AM to 5 PM to help you keep your appliances running smoothly. Call 1-800-10-845-CARE (2273) or email wecare@electrolux.com for any questions or inquiries.
5. Switch to inverter technology
Inverter technology allows appliances to be more powerful while being
more energy efficient at the same time. Inverter air conditioners use
environment-friendly refrigerants and regulate temperature while minimizing
energy consumption and noise. Electrolux’s Vita Inverter Split Type Air Conditioner
is easy to use and keeps your home cool and clean by being eco-friendly and
energy efficient. It chills the room quickly with its Turbo Function which
enables it to reach the preset temperature in the shortest amount of time. It
also clears dust particles and bacteria-causing elements in the air with its
Active Plasma and HD Filter. The Vita Air Conditioner also comes with a
user-friendly remote control and has a self-diagnose function that makes it
convenient to identify and fix issues so maintenance won’t be an issue.
For more home care and energy saving tips, please visit
www.electrolux.com.ph and follow @ElectroluxPhilippines on Facebook and Instagram
or @ElectroluxPH on Twitter.
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Electrolux shapes living for the better by
reinventing taste, care and wellbeing experiences, making life more enjoyable
and sustainable for millions of people. As a leading global appliance
company, we place the consumer at the heart of everything we do. Through our
brands, including Electrolux, AEG, Anova, Frigidaire, Westinghouse and
Zanussi, we sell more than 60 million household and professional products in
more than 150 markets every year. In 2017 Electrolux had sales of SEK 122
billion and employed 56,000 people around the world. For
more information go to www.electroluxgroup.com.ph
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