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Universal Range Knob Kit Includes 9 Knobs: (4) Surface, (3) Selector And (2) Oven Thermo.
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Keeping Things Cool Issue - Summer 2008
20 Tips To Keep You and Your Home Cool
Summer is the season of sun, sand and BBQs, but when your house is a sauna and it's too hot to go outside, you need some chilling ideas to keep yourself cool. We've got 20 great tips to help you survive the hot months ahead without breaking the bank.
- Use your BBQ or microwave for summer cooking. Both use less energy than a conventional oven and won’t heat up your home as much.
- Fill a jug with water and keep it refrigerated. You won’t have to waste water running the tap to get a cold drink.
- Make sure your refrigerator is not placed by windows, heat ducts, vents, radiators, or any other appliance that produces heat. Also make sure to leave a space between it and the wall so air can circulate. This will keep your fridge from working over-time in the hot summer months.
- Try preparing your meals in the morning when it’s cooler.
- Minimize using your washer and dryer or showering mid-day. This will reduce humidity in the home.
- Take showers instead of baths to reduce hot water use.
- Use a clothesline to dry your clothes instead of the dryer.
- Use portable or ceiling fans and/or open your windows instead of using your air conditioner. Even a breeze of 1 mph can make you feel three to four degrees cooler and even the most energy-draining fan costs less than $10 a month to use 12 hours a day.
- Make sure ceiling fans are blowing cool air. You should feel the air blown downward.
- To make fans more efficient, open a window in another area of your home to create a draft.
- If you can’t live without your air conditioner, try using a fan along with it to help spread the cool air around your home.
- Always make sure to keep any appliances that produce heat such as dryers, ovens, and even televisions away from your air conditioner.
- Install white window shades, drapes or blinds to keep heat away from your home.
- Replace incandescent bulbs with compact fluorescents since they use one-fifth the energy and heat but produce the same amount of light.
- Keep your air conditioner properly maintained (see our tips below). Keep in mind that a 10-year-old air conditioner is only half as efficient as newer models. Check your air conditioner’s efficiency by measuring the temperature of the discharge air from the register and the temperature of the return air at the return air grill. Leave the thermometer by each for 5 minutes. The difference between the two should be between 14 – 20 degrees.
- Use a dehumidifier to get rid of excess humidity.
- You can also apply heat-reflective window film on windows that receive direct sunlight. This is a simple and affordable way to cool the home.
- Be mindful of where heat is coming from. The most common sources of heat are appliances, electronics devices, and lighting.
- Turn off any home electronics or lighting when they’re not in use.
- You can also plant trees and shrubs for shade around your home. Three trees placed around the home can actually save $100 - $250 annually on cooling and heating costs.
Icemaker Maintenance
Most of us use our icemakers all year long, but in the summer months, icemakers get double the work out. To keep your icemaker working properly and your ice tasting fresh, follow these simple tips:
- Your icemaker should be cleaned every three months and you should never use solvents, detergents, or abrasives (check your manual for the best solution to use).
- Make sure to keep your icemaker in the upright position, keep it properly ventilated and never put the machine in water or any other liquid.
- If you notice your ice is cloudy or has a funny taste, give your icemaker a good clean by following these steps:
- Lift the power bar above the icemaker storage tray and unplug the refrigerator.
- Allow both the fridge and freezer to defrost.
- Once defrosted, remove the icemaker storage tray and dump out any water.
- Wash storage tray using warm, soapy water, then rinse and allow to dry completely.
- Sanitize your icemaker’s lines (consult your manual for the best way).
- Reassemble your icemaker and restore power.
- Remember to replace your refrigerator’s water filter at least every 6 months.
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Getting Your Air Conditioner Ready
Before reinstalling your air conditioner for the hot summer months, you should remove the access panel to inspect and clean the cooling fans and coils on the outside exhaust surface. Make sure you disconnect the power beforehand and use a brush or vacuum to get rid of all the dirt and dust. Also, check for clogs in the drain channels and clean them using a stiff wire.
Examine your air filter and if dirty, clean using warm, soapy water and let dry before reinstalling. If the filter is damaged, it’s time to purchase a new one. Once the filter is removed, you will be able to vacuum around the intake cooling coils (the most common cause of poor efficiency).
Once your air conditioner has been cleaned, try to install it in a window that does not receive much direct sunlight and make sure nothing is blocking the airflow. Always check all support structures, braces, and screws for bends, breaks, or rust.
Once the air conditioner is mounted properly, check the seal between the window frame and unit for any gaps that could allow air or moisture to get inside. Replace the gasket if necessary. If you’ve discovered that you need any of the above parts, simply locate your air conditioner’s model number and enter it into our Air Conditioner Parts search.
If you own a central air conditioner, remove the air conditioner’s outdoor heat exchange protective cover and thoroughly inspect and clean the unit. Make sure there is no brush or tall grass growing around the unit. Finally, check the furnace filters and replace if dirty since the unit uses the furnace’s blower to cool your home.
Cleaning Your Barbeque for Summer
One of summer’s greatest pleasures, and smells, is grilling on the barbeque. Here are some tips to get your grill summer ready:
- Start by dismantling your BBQ by removing any charcoal (for charcoal grill) or the briquettes, lava rocks, and metal flame shield (for gas grill) and soak your grates in warm soapy water.
- Scrub down the inside of the BBQ and the burners using a stiff wire brush and soapy water.
- Finish by wiping down the grates that have been soaking with more soap and water and spray on a coat of non-stick cooking oil. Replace everything back in the BBQ to air dry.
Keep in mind the secret to cleaning your barbeque is to do it every time you use it. Make sure not to over clean though – a coat of food oils actually keeps your grates from rusting!
Safety Tips for Summer BBQ’ing
- Prevent your grills from rusting by giving them a good scour with a wire brush, washing all parts, and spraying with cooking oil regularly
- If the outside of your BBQ is rusting, you can sand the rust spots down with steel wool and treat with a rust converter before retouching with a heat-resistant paint.
- To avoid stiff gas taps or burner knobs, remove each and spray all parts with a lubricant such as WD-40. You can also apply a drop of sewing machine oil and cover it with Vaseline to lock the oil in.
- If a burner isn’t generating flame, remove the burner from the barbeque and check to see if one of the small brass jets is clogged. If you can’t clear the blockage yourself, you can purchase new jets from a local supplier.
- You can check for gas leaks by coating all connections with a 50/50 mix of water and dishwashing liquid. If you notice bubbles forming, try tightening the connections or replace the seals.
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