{"id":412,"date":"2018-05-10T12:43:05","date_gmt":"2018-05-10T12:43:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/blog\/?p=412"},"modified":"2024-07-17T05:03:21","modified_gmt":"2024-07-17T05:03:21","slug":"effective-ways-to-increase-the-life-of-your-appliances","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/blog\/effective-ways-to-increase-the-life-of-your-appliances","title":{"rendered":"Effective Ways To Increase The Life Of Your Appliances"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Who does not like to save money? Everyone does, right? Be it from <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/bangalore\/rent-electronics\">renting your home appliances<\/a><\/strong> to <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/bangalore\/furniture-rental\">buying rental furniture<\/a><\/strong>; everybody would like to save money in each &amp; every aspect of their lives. Indians feel happy and accomplished if they\u2019ve saved money in one way or the other!<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/blog\/effective-ways-to-increase-the-life-of-your-appliances\/#LED_TV\" >LED TV<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/blog\/effective-ways-to-increase-the-life-of-your-appliances\/#WASHING_MACHINE\" >WASHING MACHINE<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/blog\/effective-ways-to-increase-the-life-of-your-appliances\/#REFRIGERATOR\" >REFRIGERATOR<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/blog\/effective-ways-to-increase-the-life-of-your-appliances\/#MICROWAVE_OVEN\" >MICROWAVE\u00a0 OVEN<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/blog\/effective-ways-to-increase-the-life-of-your-appliances\/#CONCLUSION\" >CONCLUSION.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>A simple way to save money is to <a href=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/shopby\/appliances-rental\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Rent Home Appliances<\/a> and leave the headache of maintenance and repairs to Cityfurnish. Now, I am going to tell you some hacks to save money on your <strong>rented home and office appliances<\/strong> as well as getting full efficiency out of them for the rental period.<\/p>\n<p>Read below for the best &amp; effective saving hacks for your <a href=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/shopby\/appliances-rental\"><strong>HOME APPLIANCES<\/strong><\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/shopby\/rent-electronics\">OFFICE APPLIANCES<\/a>. Let me take you to a world where every non living thing in your house could speak and convey it\u2019s feelings to you!<\/p>\n<p>Your <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/things\/3799\/tv-32-inches-led\">LED TV<\/a> saying<\/strong> \u201cDon\u2019t leave me on for hours, I cannot be switched on for hours without anybody paying attention to me! My battery becomes too hot and I feel like nobody wants me to stay cool &amp; happy!\u201d or\u00a0 \u201cMy light is dimming day by day, save me you silly human!\u201d.<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-414\" src=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/washing-machine-gif.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"630\" height=\"285\" \/><span style=\"color: #cc99ff; font-size: 1.125em;\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/in.pinterest.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pinterest<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Your <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/things\/3971\/semi-automatic-washing-machine\">Washing Machine<\/a> telling you<\/strong>, \u201cYou careless human! Don\u2019t you know I am allergic to hard water; my body starts rusting!\u201d or\u00a0 \u201c Please do not stuff me so much that I become unable to take any more clothes in the future!\u201d.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/blog\/renting-appliances-online-smart-decision\"><span style=\"color: #000080;\">Why Renting Home Appliances Online Is A Smart Decision<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-442 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/a8d9_GIFER.COM_.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" \/><span style=\"color: #cc99ff;\">Source: gifer.com<\/span><\/p>\n<p>The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/things\/3800\/refrigerator-single-door\">Refrigerator<\/a> saying<\/strong>\u00a0 \u201cMy precious human, can\u2019t you see I am not happy the way you keep me, unorganized and dirty; I am an Ubercool object, please keep me clean!\u201d.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-443\" src=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/TV-GIF_GFYCAT.COM_.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\" \/><span style=\"color: #cc99ff;\">Source: gfycat.com<\/span><\/p>\n<p>The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/things\/3804\/microwave-oven-solo\">Oven<\/a> in your kitchen telling you<\/strong> \u201cPlease give me some space to ventilate unless you want me to DIE soon!\u201d and\u00a0\u00a0 \u201cI am becoming smelly day by day due to the funky smelling things you put in me, I don\u2019t like it; please clean me!\u201d. Not a pretty picture, right? Your family keeps screaming at you and now even the appliances start a 3rd world war against you, demanding the rights that they \u201cobviously\u201d deserve.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/blog\/how-to-choose-best-refrigerator-for-your-home\">How To Choose Best Refrigerator For Your Home?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t you worry, my child. We\u2019re here to tell you how to save your appliances from degrading and getting the maximum efficiency out of them. Some general daily habits will help you increase the life of your <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/bangalore\/appliances-rental\">electronic home appliances<\/a><\/strong>. Even the smallest details can help you save electricity and money on your next energy bill!!<\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s start.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"LED_TV\"><\/span><strong>LED TV<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>LED TV<\/strong> is the main centerpiece for your home, where your family and friends gather to have dinner, watch various sports shows,\u00a0 have a party and just generally watch news or browse channels for entertainment. A good quality <a href=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/things\/3972\/tv-50-inches-smart-led\"><strong>LED TV<\/strong><\/a> comes at a higher price and thus, you want it to last as long as possible. Do keep in mind that the lifespan of the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/bangalore\/tv-rentals\">LED TV<\/a><\/strong> does not mean that the device just dies, after it hits a magical number. The lifespan of the LED TV refers to how bright it remains as its age increases. If the dimness increases to a level at which it becomes unwatchable, then it has reached the end of its lifespan. It is obvious, that every <strong>TV<\/strong> dims as it ages! Here are some tips on how to increase your <a href=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/hyderabad\/rent-electronics\"><strong>LED TV<\/strong> lifespan<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/medium.com\/@mohitshaarma\/smart-tv-guide-which-smart-tv-is-right-for-you-75c8be8f7e5b\"><span style=\"color: #000080;\">Smart TV Guide: Which Smart TV Is Right For You?<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Turn Off the TV When Nobody is Watching It.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This is probably the most common advice, but we usually keep it on as a source for background noise while we\u2019re busy doing other chores. Life of an <strong>LED TV<\/strong> typically ranges from 60,000-100,000 hours depending upon the manufacturer. Now, let\u2019s suppose you\u2019ve kept it on for 3-4 hours on a daily basis; which amounts for almost 1500 hours a year! So switching off the TV when nobody is watching is the most common sense advice you\u2019ll get to hear from everybody!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-452\" src=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/TV2.giphy_.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"480\" height=\"259\" \/><span style=\"color: #cc99ff;\">Source: giphy.com<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Turn Down the Brightness Levels.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>At home you don\u2019t require the brightness levels to be as high as in the <strong>LED TV<\/strong> showrooms, so calm it down. Keeping the brightness at a very high level will easily reduce the hours from 60,000 to 30,00 hours because it has to work twice as hard to keep up the brightness.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Adjust the Contrast.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Contrast refers to the difference between the brightest and the darkest colors. Higher the contrast, higher the power being used up by the LED TV. Set the level of contrast as \u201cstandard\u201d for the lowest power usage or \u201cmovie\u201d for enjoying HD broadcasts. These settings, use less energy as compared to any other setting like \u201cvivid\u201d or \u201cdynamic\u201d.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Use a Voltage Regulator.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A voltage regulator helps in keeping the voltage in a circuit at a desired value. The <a href=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/hyderabad\/appliances-rental\"><strong>Smart TV<\/strong><\/a> is not the only device consuming power, every time the AC or the washing machine starts, electricity is consumed. Due to this, other appliances like <strong>LED TV<\/strong> suffer a temporary power dip; which in turn affects the <strong>TV\u2019s<\/strong> process to function. By using a voltage regulator with a power backup will help in providing extra power during the power cuts. Thus, in turn increasing the life of the <a href=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/things\/3839\/tv-40-inches-led\"><strong>LED TV<\/strong><\/a> and protecting you from hazardous situations.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Proper Ventilation.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The <strong>LED TV<\/strong> consumes a huge amount of power in the home; this produces a lot of heat. A proper ventilated surrounding is necessary to distribute the heat leaving the <strong>LED TV<\/strong> room to breathe. Make sure the <a href=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/hyderabad\/tv-rentals\">TV<\/a> has at least 4 inches to breathe around the ventilation vents.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-474\" src=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/DQmXGvE9BXumDd4jSqsrbdJcV1V485FdW89kQ1zSQFT43Zd-1-800x476.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"476\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/DQmXGvE9BXumDd4jSqsrbdJcV1V485FdW89kQ1zSQFT43Zd-1-800x476.gif 800w, https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/DQmXGvE9BXumDd4jSqsrbdJcV1V485FdW89kQ1zSQFT43Zd-1-480x286.gif 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><span style=\"color: #cc99ff; font-size: 1.125em;\">Source: giphy.com<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"WASHING_MACHINE\"><\/span><strong>WASHING MACHINE<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Whenever there is a problem with the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/bangalore\/washing-machine-rentals\">washing machine<\/a><\/strong>, you easily blame the seller or the manufacturer on overselling you on the features. But, the main reason for the breakdown of the <strong>washing machine<\/strong> is, your carelessness! By taking a few precautions while using the <strong>washing machine<\/strong>, shall help you in saving the money you use up in the repairs, as well as the energy you lose on blaming others!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Level it Properly.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Setting the <a href=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/hyderabad\/washing-machine-rentals\"><strong>washing machine<\/strong><\/a>, at a level that is stable can help in reducing the rumble when spinning. It\u2019ll reduce the wear and tear of the <strong>washing machine<\/strong> when in use.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Don\u2019t Use Hot Water.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You can use warm or cold water for the wash and rinse cycle. Most detergents work well with warm or cold water rather than hot water. Hot water does not help in cleaning the clothes in the <strong>washing machine<\/strong>. For tough stains, pre-soaking the clothes in hot water before washing them in the <a href=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/things\/3803\/washing-machine-fully-automatic-top-load\"><strong>washing machine<\/strong><\/a> shall prove more helpful than using hot water directly in the <strong>washing machine<\/strong>!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Right Kind and Quantity Of Detergent.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Read the instructions in the manual provided with the <strong>washing machine<\/strong> showing how much detergent is required for the different levels of laundry. There are different type of detergents for <strong>top load washing machine<\/strong> and <strong>front load washing machine<\/strong>. Detergent with excess suds will hamper the washing power of <a href=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/things\/3802\/washing-machine-fully-automatic-front-load\"><strong>front load washing machines<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Don\u2019t Overload.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you overload a <strong>washing machine<\/strong>, it\u2019ll not be able to spin efficiently and consume more power than required. Too many clothes can also cause the <strong>washing machine<\/strong> to break down.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Regular Cleaning &amp; Maintenance.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Clean the residue in the <strong>washing drum<\/strong> so that there is no build up of odor and jamming of the hosepipe. You can use 2 cups of white vinegar to run on an empty washing cycle. It\u2019ll help in cleaning the <strong>washing drum<\/strong> and getting rid of the odor. Keep an eye on any type of damage regarding the water supply hoses or electrical wiring of the <strong>washing machine<\/strong>. Change the hose pipe after every 5 years.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-497\" src=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/TbVv_gifer.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" \/><span style=\"color: #cc99ff; font-size: 1.125em;\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/dribbble.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dribbble.com<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>And please, just don\u2019t attempt to repair the washing machine on your own; call an expert!!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"REFRIGERATOR\"><\/span><strong>REFRIGERATOR<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In India, we have extremes of every season. It is either too cold in winters or too hot in summers! A <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/bangalore\/refrigerator-rentals\">refrigerator<\/a><\/strong> is one of the necessary appliances needed in a <strong>home<\/strong>, at a <strong>hostel<\/strong> or <strong>Paying Guest<\/strong> and even in an <strong>office<\/strong>! Without it we won\u2019t be able to enjoy the chilled beers and ice cold \u201ckheer\u201d your mother gets you in your hostel\/PG and you need to cherish it till the last bite!<\/p>\n<p>Here are some tips and hacks to keep your <a href=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/things\/3979\/refrigerator-single-door-80-ltr\"><strong>refrigerator<\/strong><\/a> working (without any breakdown) for years:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Protect Your Refrigerator from High Heat Objects.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The compressor is the heart &amp; soul of a <a href=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/hyderabad\/refrigerator-rentals\"><strong>fridge<\/strong><\/a>. It works twice as high to keep your food at the perfect cold temperature; when kept near a high heat emitting object. In order to work efficiently keep your <strong>refrigerator<\/strong> away from the gas burner, the oven or any other heat source. This not only causes your <strong>refrigerator<\/strong> to work hard; but also reduces its efficiency.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/blog\/5-simple-steps-organize-refrigerator-effectively\"><span style=\"color: #000080;\">5 Simple Steps To Organize Your Refrigerator Effectively<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>When designing your kitchen, try not to keep your <strong>refrigerator<\/strong> under direct sunlight as it\u2019ll cause damage to the outer body of the <strong>fridge<\/strong> as well as put a lot of pressure on the compressor in order to keep the food cold.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Replace the Rubber Seal.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>We usually don\u2019t understand the importance of this plastic lining on the door of the <strong>refrigerator<\/strong> (also known as a gasket). The plastic thing helps in keeping any unwanted warm air from coming inside the <strong>fridge<\/strong>. Due to regular opening and closing of the <strong>refrigerator<\/strong>, the rubber seal loses its suction power which reduces the efficiency of your <strong>refrigerator<\/strong> because heat starts entering and the compressor has to work twice as hard. While your <strong>refrigerator<\/strong>\u00a0 can operate efficiently for years, but the gasket needs to be changed after a few years.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Cool Your Left Overs.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>After you\u2019ve had your meal, do cool off the leftovers before keeping them in your <strong>refrigerator<\/strong>. It reduces the amount of heat entering the interior of your appliance. Also, try and keep the leftovers in an airtight container or proper wrapping as it\u2019ll reduce the residual heat from coming out of it.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Clean the Condenser Coils.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The condenser coils are situated at the back of the fridge. They help in eliminating the heat from the unit. If these coils are covered in dust, it becomes difficult for them to operate at full efficiency; in order to keep up with the energy requirements the condenser coils start working twice as high thereby producing a lot of heat and consuming more energy than required. This reduces the efficiency of your refrigerator. Invest in a good quality bristle brush (even a toothbrush will work) to clean the condenser coils. There are many other ways to <a href=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/blog\/5-easy-ways-keep-furniture-appliances-clean\">keep your appliances clean.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-487\" src=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/fridge_gfycat.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"489\" height=\"270\" \/><span style=\"color: #cc99ff; font-size: 1.125em;\">Source: gfycat.com<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Don\u2019t keep opening and closing the door of your refrigerator, unnecessarily.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>I cannot stress on this point too much! You must have heard it from someone or the other! It is the most basic and cheap way to reduce energy consumption. When you open the <strong>refrigerator<\/strong>, the cold air escapes from the refrigerator and it takes time for the condenser to stabilize the intended temperature inside the appliance. Opening and closing it multiple times will put a lot of pressure on the condenser in order to keep the temperature cool inside. So, first decide what you want from the refrigerator and then open it!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Keep the temperature under check.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>By slightly increasing the temperature inside the <strong>refrigerator<\/strong> can help you save money on your electricity bill. Keep the temperature around 36-40\u00b0F\u00a0 in your refrigerator and 0-5\u00b0F in your <strong>freezer<\/strong>. If your refrigerator does not provide you with proper degree ratings, then keeping it at the midpoint of the temperature dial will help too.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-492\" src=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/GcpT_GIFER.COM_-800x451.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"451\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/GcpT_GIFER.COM_-800x451.gif 800w, https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/GcpT_GIFER.COM_-1024x577.gif 1024w, https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/GcpT_GIFER.COM_-480x270.gif 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><span style=\"color: #cc99ff; font-size: 1.125em;\">Source: gifer.com<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Organize and remove clutter.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Who does not like a <a href=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/blog\/5-simple-steps-organize-refrigerator-effectively\">clean and organized fridge<\/a>. Put your inner OCD freak to use and clean it up. It\u2019s pure common sense, if your <strong>fridge<\/strong> is organized; you won\u2019t spend much time in finding what you need and won\u2019t leave the door open for a longer duration. You\u2019ll save time and money (on your electricity bill). Remove the clutter and get rid of that funky smell in your <strong>fridge<\/strong>! To remove the smell, you can put a tablespoon of tea leaves in a small cup\/container and put it in any corner inside the fridge.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Reduce Frost Accumulation.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Frost build up is the most common reason for the breakdown of a refrigerator; and there is no science involved in removing it. Depending on the type of <strong>refrigerator<\/strong> you use, it may require manual defrosting. Build-up is accumulated on the coils inside, forcing it to consume more units of energy. If you don\u2019t defrost your refrigerator and freezer regularly; it\u2019ll be difficult for the condenser(of the fridge) to maintain a cool temperature, eventually leading to a breakdown.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"MICROWAVE_OVEN\"><\/span><strong>MICROWAVE\u00a0 OVEN<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Using a microwave oven is not as feasible as using a gas stove burner; but sometimes you just have to bake that cake, grill Chicken\/Paneer Tikka or just a Pizza. <a href=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/things\/3986\/convection-microwave-oven\"><strong>Microwave<\/strong><\/a> helps in saving time and effort of cooking on a gas stove burner which usually is not made for baking a cake or a pizza! The bachelors living in a hostel\/PG or a rented home, have mastered the art of cooking in a <strong>microwave oven<\/strong>!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-499\" src=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/42760_gif-maniac.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"273\" height=\"246\" \/><span style=\"color: #cc99ff; font-size: 1.125em;\">Source: gif-maniac.com<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Here are some tips on how to, make that <strong>microwave<\/strong> oven last for a longer duration:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Know Your Microwave Oven.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The manual being provided with the <strong>microwave oven<\/strong> is provided for your help, do not throw it away and then use your brains to figure out what is where &amp; how it works. If you have proper knowledge about the functions of the microwave; you\u2019ll save time and energy in figuring things out! But, if you do not have an idea about the functions, then you may even break down your microwave.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>While Cooking, Keep the Oven Closed.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Whenever you cook something in the <strong>microwave oven<\/strong>, do not keep opening it minute by minute. It\u2019s not magic; cooking takes time. By opening the microwave oven, heat rushes out of it and then it requires more energy to get back to the same temperature as before. The coil has to work twice as more to stabilize the temperature; thus, using\u00a0 more electricity!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-501\" src=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/a681ced047731c2c01fdfa2d3bfa-800x544.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"544\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/a681ced047731c2c01fdfa2d3bfa.jpg 800w, https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/a681ced047731c2c01fdfa2d3bfa-480x326.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Use Glass or Ceramic Dishes.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It is the most efficient way to save energy consumption, as glass and ceramic dishes reduce the temperature required for cooking, in turn reducing the energy consumptions. Also, the glass and ceramic containers do not produce any harmful chemicals when heated, unlike the <strong>microwave<\/strong> safe\u00a0 plastic containers.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Use Stainless Steel Skewers.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Stainless steel heats up quickly and helps in cooking the meat (or paneer) faster and evenly, rather than any plastic based skewer. By using, stainless steel skewers, you\u2019ll save time and energy consumed while cooking in the <strong>microwave oven<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Cook, Small Pieces of Food.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The smaller the pieces, the less time it\u2019ll take to cook. Hence, reducing the electricity consumption and not putting too much pressure on the heating coil of the <strong>microwave oven<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Keep Distance.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>While planning the design of your kitchen, make sure that the <strong>microwave oven<\/strong> is kept at least 8-10 inches away from any heat source or any object. Microwave\u2019s heating coil produces heat while cooking, thus; it requires space to distribute the heat (ventilate). If there is no space to ventilate, then the efficiency of the <strong>microwave oven<\/strong> will suffer majorly!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Clean the Microwave Inside Out at Regular Intervals.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Due to regular usage and steam being produced during the process of cooking, the interiors tend to get dirty and accumulation of grease and dirt takes place. The accumulated grease hinders the microwave oven&#8217;s ability to heat things in less time; thereby, taking a longer duration and eventually breaking down.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-502\" src=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/oven_man_drib.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/><span style=\"color: #cc99ff; font-size: 1.125em;\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/dribbble.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dribbble.com<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CONCLUSION\"><\/span><strong>CONCLUSION.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>All the tips and hacks stated above help in increasing the efficiency of your basic <strong>home appliances<\/strong>, getting the maximum output out of them for years, minimizing the energy consumptions and most importantly, saving your precious money on electricity bills!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/cityfurnish.com\/blog\/electronic-home-appliances-on-rent-a-perk-of-living-in-bangalore\"><span style=\"color: #000080;\">Why Electronic Home Appliances On Rent Is A Perk Of Living In Bangalore<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>These tips are not a rocket science, it\u2019s the smallest of details which help you in saving a lot of money you waste on electricity and repairs of such <strong>home appliances<\/strong>. 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