Parent Talk / December 2005
Spin-Save Cycle
Appliances may appear to be running smoothly, but months of regular use takes its toll and major problems may be lurking.
Homemakers don’t want to risk returning from Grandma’s or the slopes to find their washer hoses have burst and flooded their home. Save work and worry along with energy and spending money by keeping washers and dryers in tip top shape.
Check the rubber hoses that supply water to the clothes washer. If there are any signs of wear and tear, replace them. And if they haven’t been replaced in five years, replace them anyway.
Hoses with a braided, stainless steel sheathing are the best way to replace the rubber hoses. They are constructed of much more durable materials and should last much longer.
Tumble dryers must be thoroughly cleaned of all lint to prevent fires and operate efficiently. A clogged dryer vent can increase the energy consumption of a dryer by $5 to $7 per month. Over 5 years, that would pay for a new dryer. Thoroughly clean the dryer’s vent tube and all vent ducting of any lint build-up. Lint that obstructs these airways not only makes dryers much less efficient, it also poses a potential fire hazard. A duct brush will make the task easier.
Consumers who are considering replacing their clothes washers- or hoping for a new one from Santa-might note that front-loading washing machines usually spin faster than top-loaders. This means the clothes will come out drier and take less time in the dryer. Front-loading washers also consume far less water per load. So, using warm or hot water for washing in them will save on heated water costs, about $5 per month.
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