Tips to save electricity

Energy conservation Tips

AGRICULTURAL

·         Substitute rusted G.I suction/delivery pipes by low friction rigid PVC pipes of correct diameter.

·         Replace substandard foot valve by ISI marked foot valve.

·         Replace substandard pump sets by energy efficient pump sets.

·         Use correct size pump sets and associated accessories.

·         Provide and maintain capacitors in good condition.

·         Avoid operation under low voltage conditions.

·         Install, repair pump set motors and wiring by competent electrical personnel.

·         Ensure adequate water availability when pump sets are operated.

·         Avoid rewinding of motors.

DOMESTIC

LIGHTING:

·         Do not forget to SWITCH OFF lights and fans when not required.

·         Utilise the SUNLIGHT wherever and whenever available.

·         A house should be designed in such a way that maximum sunlight and ventilation are obtained.

·         Light coloured walls reflect more light and hence minimum lamps are enough.

·         As far as possible, use task lighting which focuses light where it is needed.

·         Make use of Compact Fluorescent Lamps (CFL) in place of incandescent lamps.

·         36 Watt slim tube lights give equivalent light output as that of 40 Watt tube lights.

·         Use electronic ballasts / electronic choke against conventional electromagnetic ballasts tube lights for they consume less power.

·         Zero watt bulbs consume 12 to 15 Watts / hour. CFLs of 5, 7, 9 and 11 watts capacities can give better light output.

·         Many automatic devices can help in saving energy used in lighting. Consider using infrared sensors, motion sensors, automatic timers, dimmers and solar cells wherever applicable, to switch on/off lighting circuits.

·         Clean the bulbs and tube lights periodically to avoid reduction in illumination.

 FANS AND MOTORS:

·         Use light weight or energy efficient fans.

·         Use electronic regulators for fans for they consume less power and provides fine control.

·         Avoid rewinding of motors.

·         Clean fan blades periodically.

·         Lubricate bearing of motor periodically.

GRINDERS:

·         Use energy efficient motors for grinders.

·         Always use nylon belt in grinders.

·         Use grinder to its full capacity.

·         Clean and lubricate grinder parts periodically.

WASHING MACHINE:

·         Use washing machine to its full capacity.

·         Avoid using dryer in washing machines whenever possible.

AIR-CONDITIONER:

Use correct capacity air-conditioner to suit the requirement.

Avoid frequent opening and closing of air-conditioned room.

·         Clean the AC filters periodically.

·         Air-conditioned room must be leak proof.

·         Set the thermostat of room air conditioner at 25°C (77°F) to provide the most comfort at the least cost.

·         Use energy efficient star labeled new air conditioner in place of older ones which need repair.

IRONING:

·         Avoid ironing one or two clothes daily and adopt large scale ironing.

REFRIGERATOR:

·         Keep refrigerator away from the wall to allow air to circulate around the refrigerator.

·         Avoid frequent closing and opening of refrigerator door.

·         Allow heated food stuff to cool down to normal temperature before refrigerating.

·         Make sure foods are covered before they are kept in the refrigerator.

·         Defrost regularly to keep freezers working their best.

·         Thermostat control in refrigerators should be adjusted to optimum level depending upon climatic condition.

·         Use energy efficient star labeled refrigerators.

WATER PUMPS:

·         Use energy efficient water pumps.

·         Use correct size PVC piping system in water lines.

·         Arrest leakage of water in taps and joints.

·         Use capacitors for water pumps to improve power factor.

·         Use level controllers for tripping of water pumps while pumping of water to overhead tanks etc.

IX. WATER HEATERS:

·         Use solar water heaters wherever possible.

·         Avoid water leakage in taps and joints.

·         Always insulate hot water pipes to reduce heat loss.

COMPUTERS:

·         Turn off when not in use.

·         If computer must be left on, turn off the monitor as the monitor uses more energy.

·         Set computers, monitors, and copiers in sleep mode when not in use.

·         Screen savers save only computer screens. They do not save electric energy.