What Makes Energy Efficient Washing Machines?
That old, innocent washing machine in your basement might be the reason why your electricity bills go sky high every month
. Sure you can pay for these bills but they gave you a headache, didn't they? If you want to conserve energy and if your washing machine is quite old, chances are you have to find another one.
Why?
Why? More and more laundry machines today have been designed to conserve energy. They don't tend to use as much power as their older cousins do. In fact, energy efficiency has become one of the basic characteristics your washing machine could have.
So as much as it hurts, if you really want an energy conserving, not to mention penny saving, washing machine, you have to get rid of that power eater you have in your house. Try to think of it as an investment. Yes you will have to dole out some cash but in the long run, the monthly savings you get out of this deal will have a lot more value.
Dramatic changes in energy costs, here we come!
How will I know if a washing machine is efficient?
Not just efficient, energy efficient. Most brands of energy efficient washing machines come with an Energy Star label. That is a surefire sign that the washing machine was proven and tested by experts. Models coming with this label are proven to conserve 30 percent less energy and even 50 percent less water.
However, there are some who put on fake Energy Star labels on their models. This is why you also have to know what features a laundry machine should have in order to conserve energy. Here are some tips:
First, you're better off with a front load machine.
As compared to top load washing machines, front loaders have recently gained popularity because of its ability to conserve water and energy. While top loaders can finish your laundry more quickly, front loaders use only about half or even a third of the water you have to use in top loaders. This is because front loaders use the natural force of gravity to spin the clothes around the tub. Front loaders have more capacity than their counterpart so you will be able to do a few large loads rather than doing several small loads.
Also, front loaders have just an average of 600 to 650 rpm while top loaders generally have 1000 rpm. Less water is retained in front loaders and so you will also save energy in drying them. Front load washers cost more than traditional top loaders but if you consider the amount of operational costs you will be saving, that would be a great deal.
Find a washing machine that has a sensor.
Again, thanks to modern technology, today, most models of energy efficient laundry appliances come with a load sensor. You can buy washing machines that have sensors which can determine the size of your load. It tells you the right amount of water to be added which allows the user to save on both energy and water. Though you can adjust the sensor according to the size of your load (small, medium, large), most users put the large option on default.
Most sensors are targeted on conserving energy and optimizing water consumption. However, some washing machine models also come with sensors that will help you determine the right amount of laundry to be put. It will tell you if the amount of detergent you have added is either too little or too much. So you don't just save on energy and water but also on your detergent!
Your machine should not have a central agitator.
Central agitators are usually found in most traditional top load washers. This is another reason why you have to invest on a high quality front loader. Anyway, the agitator is the one responsible for moving the clothes (quite violently, if I may add) to remove the dirt. However, there are many reasons why you should not use one.
First, the agitator takes up much space in the tub. This is one reason why we usually make smaller loads when using a top loader. Second, agitators are power monsters. They need much energy for them to be able to perform properly. Third, central agitators are notorious for causing wear and tear on our clothes. So if you want to save energy and at the same time your clothes, do your self a favor and avoid central agitators.
These are only few of the good characteristics you should look for in finding a new laundry appliance. These are also just a few of the good reasons why you have to make sure your washing machine is energy efficient. Good luck!
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What Makes Energy Efficient Washing Machines?
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