Savings - appliance

The Spanish households consume about 15% of total energy consumption. Of this, about 17% is due to household appliances and an 8% to enlightenment.

Therefore we should not lose sight of both the energy efficiency of these devices as their proper use and maintenance.

• Washing machine and dishwasher
  • Wash with cold temperature, 90% of the consumed electricity is used to heat water.
  • Fill completely before switch it on.
  • Use economic programs.
  • Centrifuge as little as possible, you'll save more and iron less!
  • Use the recommended dose of detergent by the manufacturer. More detergent will not be used for cleaning, but to pollute.
  • Clean filters regularly, optimum performance ensures a lower consumption.
• Fridge
  • Put it away of heat sources and with adequate ventilation.
  • Don't put in anything hot.
  • Open the door the shortest time possible.
  • Clean at least once a year, the back grid .
• Kitchens
  • When cooking don't open the oven door unnecessarily, cover the pans and uses a pressure cooker.
  • As begins to boil, down the fire to a minimum.
  • The size of the flame or heat source should not be bigger than the bottom of the pots and pans.