Ways to save electricity for washing machines

(Baonghean.vn) - When using the washing machine properly,Not only does it save a lot on monthly electricity bills, it also helps the washing machine operate efficiently, prolonging the life of the device.

Choose the right washing machine

To save electricity for washing machines, right from the stage of choosing to buy a machine, consumers need to have appropriate calculations to suit their family's needs. Obviously, owning a washing machine with a moderate capacity according to needs will waste less electricity than having the machine operate with a capacity that is too large/too small compared to the requirements.

Another way to save energy is to buy a washing machine with an economy mode. For front-loading washing machines, you should buy one that has the ability to pause the washing cycle to add more clothes.

How to choose washing water level

Washing machines currently on the market usually have at least 3 water levels for each washing cycle. For small amounts of laundry, only use a low water level, for larger amounts of laundry, choose a suitable water level that is just enough to wash the clothes.

Choosing the right water level not only saves water used during the washing process, but also reduces the washing cycle time of the washing machine, thereby indirectly reducing the amount of electricity consumed by the family.

If the amount of laundry is always small and the washing machine is too big, it will lead to low washing efficiency and waste energy. Switch to washing machines with smaller washing capacity for better washing efficiency and energy saving in washing clothes.

Choose washing powder for machine

It is not by chance that manufacturers launch washing powders specifically for washing machines because they not only help protect the washing machine during operation, but also have better washing efficiency than other types of washing powders. Therefore, choosing washing powders specifically for washing machines is necessary.

For clothes that are too dirty, even with a lot of detergent, it is not possible to clean all the dirt. Instead, you can take steps before putting the clothes in the washing machine, such as turning the clothes inside out to remove dirt and rocks from the clothes, rubbing the very dirty areas on the clothes before putting them in the washing machine. This will both increase washing efficiency and save energy.

Washing less does not save electricity

Washing less than the machine's recommended amount of laundry each time does not make the washing machine consume less water and electricity.

Modern washing machines often have sensors that sense the weight of the laundry, adjusting the amount of water consumed accordingly, but the consumption of electricity, water and time will always be the lowest per kg of laundry if you fill the washing drum to the full. Therefore, when washing a full drum according to the manufacturer's recommended weight, it will help save the most.

And to avoid further engine damage or bearing wear (also a way to save costs), you should not wash less or divide it into many different washes.

Use cotton wash programs

New generation washing machines often have many washing programs suitable for many different fabrics from jeans, wool, elastic, cotton, etc., but it is not necessary to choose the same washing program for each type of fabric, but it also depends on the level of cleanliness and dirtiness of the laundry.

No matter what material the clothes are made of and if they are not too dirty, it is best to choose the cotton wash programme. This programme will wash more efficiently than other programmes as it uses less water and electricity per kg of laundry, and allows you to wash a full load of clothes with optimal, most economical results.

Place the machine in a dry place

The washing machine should be placed in a dry, airy and flat place, because if it is unbalanced, the washing drum may hit the machine wall, creating a lot of noise, affecting the electrical circuit and motor and wasting a lot of electricity. It is also necessary to pay attention to regularly cleaning the machine to ensure the best washing efficiency, especially the filter of the washing machine's water pump.

Turn off the washing machine when not in use.

Do not plug in the washing machine when there are too few clothes. Moreover, washing a small amount of clothes is not cleaner than washing a full load. If each family's washing machine has a hot water washing mode, when rinsing the fabric, only use cold water to save energy. When not washing, completely disconnect the power source from the washing machine.

Energy Star qualified washing machines use 50% less water than conventional washing machines.

Regularly clean and maintain the washing machine

After a long time of operation, if not cleaned, the machine will accumulate residue inside and outside the drum, leading to increased friction, causing the machine to run noisy. Moreover, if not cleaned, alum, moss, and sand will accumulate in the inlet and outlet valves, causing water to enter incorrectly, wasting electricity and making the clothes not clean.

Ngoc Anh

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