Kitchen

Dishwasher

• Scrape off food instead of rinsing
• Wash full loads
• Wash with energy-saver cycle
• Dry with “no heat” cycle

Electric Range

• Fit pans to burner size
• Use lids on pans to retain heat
• Use small appliances, like a crock pot or microwave
• Pre-heat oven only 5 minutes

Refrigerator

• Keep ¾ to ⅞ full for efficiency
• Set refrigerator temperature at +34° to +38° F / Freezer 0° to +5° F
• Clean coils every 3 months
• Locate away from heat sources
• Replace with Energy Star model
• Get rid of the 2nd fridge in the garage used to chill a single six pack

Freezer

• Defrost whenever ¼ inch of ice builds up
• Set thermostat 0° to +5° F
• Keep freezer at least ¾ full