Kitchen    
Thermo Pot
Switch off the thermo pot if it is not to be used for a long time.
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Exhaust Hood
Clean the hood regularly to ensure it works better and quieter.
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Electric Kettle
Don't let the kettle over boil and keep its bottom clean.
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Microwave Oven
Ensure frozen food is properly thawed before putting it into the microwave oven.
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Make use of the timer of the microwave oven to avoid over cooking.
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Maximise the amount of food to be cooked or baked in the least amount of time required. e.g. cook food requiring high temperature first, followed by making dishes that require progressively lower temperatures.
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Use microwave oven wherever possible when cooking small portions of food. It consumes up to 60% less energy than a conventional oven.
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Regular cleaning keeps the appliance in best condition.
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Refrigerator
Select a refrigerator with "Grade I" Energy Label, which saves you 30% electricity consumption.
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Select a right size of refrigerator that suits the family needs. e.g. A refrigerator of 140 to 170 litres in capacity is good for a family of three to four persons.
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Do not over pack your refrigerator shelves and allow space for cool air to circulate.
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Allow warm/hot foods to cool to room temperature before placing them in the refrigerator.
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Cover liquids and wrap foods stored in the refrigerator. Uncovered foods release moisture that requires additional loading to compressor.
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Leave at least 30 cm gap between the top / sides of the refrigerator and the wall. A gap of at least four cm should be left between the rear and the wall.
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Keep the interior and exterior of your refrigerator neat and clean.
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Check if the door is tightly closed.
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Avoid opening the refrigerator door frequently.
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Do not locate the refrigerator under direct sunlight or put it too close to the oven.
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Conventional Oven
Ensure frozen foods have properly thawed before placing them into the cooker.
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Make use of the timer of the microwave oven to avoid over cooking.
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Pre-heat your oven 5-10 minutes before cooking and turn it off during the last 5-10 minutes when the food is almost done. You can also maximise the amount of food that requires cooking and baking in the least amount of time e.g cook food requiring higher temperatures first, followed by dishes requiring progressively lower temperatures.
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Use microwave oven wherever possible when cooking small portions of food. It consumes up to 60% less energy than conventional oven.
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A regular cleaning keeps the appliance in best condition.
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Toaster
Dust out the crumbs after use.
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Rice Cooker
Select a rice cooker bearing an Energy Label.
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Keep the rice cooker clean.
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Blender
Chop your food into smaller pieces before using the blender.
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Study / Living Room
 
 
Fax Machine
Choose models with "stand by " mode to save energy.
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Personal Computer
Switch off the CPU and the monitor when you finish your work.
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Scanner
Choose models with "stand by " mode to save energy.
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Switch off the machine after use.
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Printer
Switch off the machine after use.
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Select a printer bearing an Energy Label.
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Air-conditioner
An air-coniditioner bearing "Grade 1" Energy Label can save you 15% electricity consumption.

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Choose a model that best suits for the size of the room.
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Make sure that all windows and doors are closed when the air-conditioner is on.
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Draw your curtains or blinds to help keep sunlight out.
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Body temperature is lower when you sleep. Adjust the thermostat up by 1-2 degrees when you go to bed.
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Clean your air-conditioner filter and cooling coil regularly.
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Use a fan on cooler days. It consumes only 5-10% of electricity used by air-conditioners.
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The appliance can be more efficient and durable if it is installed under a gable roof or window, and sheltered from direct sunlight.
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Set the timer to turn off the air-conditioner an hour before you wake up.
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Affix "save energy" sticker near the switch to remind you to turn off the appliance when you leave the room.
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Relocate seats / tables from direct sunlight which requires stronger
air-conditioning for thermal comfort .
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Dehumidifier
Select a dehumidifier bearing an Energy Label.
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Keep your cooling coils at the rear clean and free from obstructions.
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Air Purifier
Replace filter as instructed.
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Electric Fan
Clean fan makes clean air.
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Heater
Do not cover the heater with wet clothes on.
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Take note of the temperature changes. Adjust the heater to optimal temperature.
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Heating up one cubic foot of space requires one watt of electricity. Check if you are adopting this simple rule of thumb.
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Keep windows and curtains closed to help prevent heat loss in the winter months.
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Switch off heaters 15-30 minutes before leaving home.
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Stereo Amplifier
Switch it off when not in use.
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Video Cassette Recorder
Keep it free from obstructions.
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Switch it off when not in use.
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Plasma TV
Keep it free from obstructions.
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Television
Keep it free from obstructions.
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Halogen Lamp
Avoid installing halogen lamps more than needed within a room. This causes rise in room temperature and thereby increase air-conditioning costs.
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Fluorescent Tube
Change to T8 or T5 energy efficient fluorescent tubes to save 10% to 30% electricity consumption.
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Energy Efficient Fluorescent Tube
Select T8 or T5 energy efficient fluorescent tubes which are 10% to 30% more energy efficient than the conventional T12 or T10 fluorescent tubes.
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Incandescent Lamp
"White" light makes the room look brighter and cleaner than the "yellowish" light.
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Change to Compact Fluorescent Lamp which is 70% to 80% more energy efficient.
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Install appropriate dimmers to adjust lighting to optimal level and save energy.
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Space out your bulbs where possible to cut down power consumption.
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If bulbs are to be used, use low wattage bulbs in areas where bright lights are not needed, such as corridors.
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Keep bulbs and fittings clean for maximum brightness and reflexivity.
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Affix "save energy" sticker near the switch to remind you to turn off the appliance when you leave the room.
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Compact Fluorescent Lamp
Compact Fluorescent Lamps are 70% to 80% more energy efficient than incandescent lamp.
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Bathroom and Utility Room
 
 
Electric Iron
Save time and energy by ironing clothes in a batch, and select the most appropriate thermostat settings for items of different material.
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Iron clothes that requires higher temperatures first and followed by other items that require progressively lower temperatures.
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Switch off the iron and use the residual heat to finish ironing items that requires careful treatment, such as silky items.
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Keep the bottom of your iron clean.
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Hair-dryer
Blow-dry your hair to almost dry and leave it to air dry. It saves energy and keeps your hair smooth and easy-to-comb.
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Vacuum Cleaner
Choose a model that is practical and suitable for the particular flooring or carpet in your home. An all-purpose model using a lot of power may not be the best choice.
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Regular cleaning or replacing the dust bag keeps the appliance in good condition.
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Washing Machine
Select a washing machine bearing
"Grade 1" Energy Label.
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Select a model that best suits your family needs.
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Use washing machine only when there is a full load.
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Use cold water for both washing and rinsing.
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Clean the lint filter after each load that keeps your machine efficient.
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Drying Machine
Select a drying machine bearing "Grade 1" Energy Label.
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Select a model that best suits your family needs.
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Use the drying machine only when there is a full load.
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Clean the lint filter after each load that keeps your machine efficient.
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Shake out your clothes before putting them into the dryer. This helps speed up the drying process.
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Line-dry your clothes under the sunlight whenever possible.
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Electric Water Heater
Select electric water heater bearing "Grade 1" Energy Label.
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Choose a water heater with the right capacity for your family size. e.g. an 18-litre model fits for a family of two to four.
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Choose a water heater with the right capacity for your family size. e.g. an 18-litre model fits for a family of two to four.
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Take showers instead of baths. They use 50% less hot water and energy.
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Set the thermostat at a lower temperature to shorten the heating time if only a small amount of hot water is needed.
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Slow down the water flow (especially on cooler days) to enjoy shower for a longer time.
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For safety and efficiency reasons, commission registered electrician to conduct regular check of your electric water heater.
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Switch it off when not in use.
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Install the heater near where you use hot water.
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