The Great Refrigerator Roundup
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Newer refrigerators, freezers and window air conditioners cost much less to operate than older units. For example, replacing a 20-year-old 18 cubic feet
refrigerator with a new Energy Star® refrigerator will result in an annual energy cost savings of about $130. At this rate, the savings will pay for the cost
of the new refrigerator in five to seven years.
If you're planning to buy a new refrigerator or freezer please consider these Energy Efficiency Tips:
Choose the right size
The larger the appliance the more electricity it will use so consider the number of people that will be using the appliance.
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One or two people - 340L or 12 cubic feet
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Three or four people - 395 to 480L or 14 to 17 cubic feet
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Each additional person - add 55L or 2 cubic feet
Configuration Counts
Top freezer models are the most efficient, followed by bottom freezers, with side-by-side models being the least efficient.
Look for the ENERGY STAR®
ENERGY STAR® symbol is a simple way for you to identify products that are among the most energy-efficient on the market. Only manufacturers and retailers whose
products meet the ENERGY STAR® criteria can label their products with this symbol. Find out more about qualified ENERGY STAR® products at www.oee.nrcan.gc.ca/energystar
Look for a low EnerGuide rating
The EnerGuide label is a tool to help you make an energy-wise choice when buying a new appliance. It shows how much energy appliances consume in a year of
normal service and makes it easy to compare the energy efficiency of each model to others of the same size and class.
When shopping for a new appliance look for a low EnerGuide rating. Find out about EnerGuide at: www.oee.nrcan.gc.ca/energuide
Once you have selected a new fridge or freezer, here are some additional energy efficiency tips you can follow:
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Don't overfill the refrigerator - this blocks air circulation.
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A full freezer will perform better than an empty one.
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Clean your refrigerator's coils (in the back) and air intake grill (below the doors) every 3 months.
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Allow hot foods to cool before putting them in the refrigerator.
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Keep refrigerators and freezers out of direct sunlight, and allow at least 5 cm all around the unit.
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