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Laundry Tips |
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Quick tips for reducing usage
- Wash your clothes in cold water using special detergents that are specially designed for cold water loads.
- Wash and dry full loads when possible. Always use the appropriate setting for the size of the load.
- Clean the lint filter in the dryer after each load.
- Periodically inspect the dryer vent to make sure there are no blockages.
- Consider air-drying clothing on warm days on clothes lines or drying racks.
Typical usage details
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Watts
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Cost per load
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Clothes dryer
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4,350 to 5,500 watts
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26 to 46 cents
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| Clothes washer
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500 watts
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3 to 4 cents
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| Water heating for washer
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N/A
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15 to 22 cents
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