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| How
to choose Refrigerators? |
| (1) |
Decide on the size,
category and features you want - see Table 2. |
| (2) |
Use the energy label
to help you select an energy efficient model. |
| (3) |
Choose one of better
efficiency grading. |
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| Energy
saving tips for Refrigerators... |
| (1) |
Allow food to cool before
loading it into the refrigerator. |
| (2) |
Don't set temperature
excessively low. |
| (3) |
Put your refrigerator
in a shaded, cool place. Keep away from the oven. |
| (4) |
Defrost regularly to
avoid thick ice in the freezer compartment. |
| (5) |
Don't open door too
often and check that door seal is tight. |
| (6) |
Check that ventilation
is not restricted at the back of the refrigerator. |
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| Table 2: Refrigerator Categories |
| Types |
Category |
Description |
| Refrigerator |
1. |
A refrigerator without a frozen
food compartment |
| 2. |
A refrigerator with a 1-star(1)
frozen food compartment |
| 3. |
A refrigerator with a 2-star(2)
frozen food compartment |
| 4. |
A refrigerator with a 3-star(3)
frozen food compartment |
| Refrigerator-freezer |
5. |
A refrigerator with a 4-star(4)
frozen food compartment |
| 6. |
A Category 5 refrigerator
incorporating means to prevent the formation of frost on contents
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| Freezer |
7. |
A refrigeration appliance
in which the entire storage volume is intended for freezing food |
| 8. |
A Category 7 refrigeration
appliance incorporating means to prevent the formation of frost |
| (1) |
A 1-Star frozen food compartment
means a compartment in which the storage temperature is not warmer
than -6 degree |
| (2) |
A 2-Star frozen food compartment
means a compartment in which the storage temperature is not warmer
than -12 degree |
| (3) |
A 3-Star frozen food compartment
means a compartment in which the storage temperature is not warmer
than -18 degree |
| (4) |
A 4-Star frozen food compartment
means a 3-Star frozen food compartment with added capacity of freezing
a specific amount of foodstuff within 24 hours |
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| How to
choose Washing Machines? |
| (1) |
Decide on the right size and
type you need. Don't buy a machine larger than necessary as it will
use more energy and water. |
| (2) |
Choose a machine that has
a cold wash and cold rinse option. |
| (3) |
Choose one with half-load
function. This allows you to save water and energy for small loads. |
| (4) |
Use the energy label to help
you select an energy-efficient model. |
| (5) |
Choose one of better efficiency
grading. |
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| Energy
Saving Tips for Washing Machines... |
| (1) |
Use cold wash cycle whenever
possible, and don't use excessive detergent. |
| (2) |
Group clothes by fabric, colour
and by how dirty they are for a full load wash. Follow the manufacturer's
instructions to select appropriate wash cycle programme that will
save more energy and water. |
| (3) |
Use half-load function to
limit water for small load. |
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| Table 3: Washing Machine
Categories |
| Function |
Category
|
Description |
| Horizontal Drum |
1. |
A drum type washing
machine in which each process of washing, rinsing and water extraction
is shifted automatically or semi-automatically, and with built-in
water heating devices to heat the supply cold water to suit designed
washing programmes. |
| Impeller or Agitator |
2. |
An impeller or
agitator washing machine in which each process of washing, rinsing
and water extraction is shifted automatically or semi-automatically,
and with built-in water heating devices to heat the supply cold water
to suit designed washing programmes. |
| 3. |
An impeller or
agitator washing machine in which each process of washing, rinsing
and water extraction is shifted automatically or semi-automatically,
and without built-in water heating devices to heat the supply cold
water to suit designed washing programmes. |
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| How to
choose Electric Clothes Dryers ? |
| (1) |
Decide on the category and
feature you need. (SeeTable 4) |
| (2) |
Choose the rigth type for
heat removal according to the location of your room. |
| (3) |
Use the energy label to help
you select an energy-efficient model. |
| (4) |
Choose one of better efficiency
grading. |
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| Energy
Saving Tips for Clothes Dryers... |
| (1) |
Whenever possible, hang-dry
your washed clothes outside. |
| (2) |
Clean the lint filter before
use. |
| (3) |
Soaking wet clothes should
have as much moisture removed as possible before putting into a dryer.
This will help shorten drying time and use less electricity. |
| (4) |
It is helpful to sort clothes
and other items according to their thickness and dry a full load at
a time. |
| (5) |
Don't overload : this blocks
the airflow and drastically reduces drying efficiency. |
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| Table
4: Electric Clothes Dryer Categories |
| Category |
Description |
| 1. |
Air Vent type tumbler
dryer with automatic stoppage function |
| 2. |
Air Vent type tumbler
dryer with non-automatic stoppage function |
| 3. |
Condenser type tumbler
dryer with automatic stoppage function |
| 4. |
Condenser type tumbler
dryer with non-automatic stoppage function |
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| For more information about the
scheme, contact the Energy Efficiency Office at 2881 1562 Electrical
& Mechanical Service Department |
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