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Tip #136
Turn off lights and appliances when not in use.
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Tip #137
Use power-management software on your computer.
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Tip #139
Close fireplace damper and doors when not in use.
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Tip #140
Lower water-heater temperature to the lowest comfortable setting.
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Tip #141
Wash clothes in cold or warm water and rinse in cold water.
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Tip #142
Wash full loads of clothes.
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Tip #143
When washing smaller loads, select appropriate water level setting.
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Tip #144
Dry clothes on a clothesline.
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Tip #145
Clean dryer lint filter after every load.
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Tip #146
Make sure dryer vent pipe is not kinked or blocked.
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Tip #147
Run dishwasher only when full; select 'energy saver' cycle on energy-efficient models.
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Tip #148
Use microwave oven for warming, reheating or cooking food.
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Tip #149
Make sure the air flow around your refrigerator is not obstructed.
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Tip #150
Check temperatures in your refrigerator (recommended 38-40 degrees Fahrenheit) and freezer (recommended 0 degrees Fahrenheit); adjust as needed.
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Tip #151
Recycle a second refrigerator or freezer through Utilities' refrigerator/freezer recycling program.
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Tip #152
Keep water beds covered (comforters work well).
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Tip #153
Change your hot tub setting to "economy mode".
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Tip #154
Borrow an "appliance meter" from Utilities to learn how appliances use electricity.
For more information, contact Utilities.
