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Advice, Guides and Buying Hints:
Making Decisions: Buying a Microwave Oven
- by University of Nebraska
Over the last few decades microwaves have become increasingly prevalent in many families' cooking habits. During hot weather, microwave ovens can reduce air-conditioning costs, since they produce less heat than a conventional oven. Also, because a microwave can be easy to use, youth and people who are disabled can more safely prepare food. (Youth should be trained to microwave first.) Microwave ovens have changed through the years, and if you are shopping for a replacement for your microwave, these are some features to make decisions about:
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Making Decisions: Buying a Range
- by University of Nebraska
Almost everyone who plans to buy a range has some experience in using one. This may make selection less difficult. People who regularly use a gas range may be more comfortable with a gas range. Electric-range users may feel the same about using an electric range. There are other considerations for range selection, however, such as...
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Making Decisions: Buying a Refrigerator, NF97-336
- by University of Nebraska
It pays to make a good choice when shopping for a refrigerator. A refrigerator may cost more than any other appliance when you buy it, and it can cost more to operate because it must run frequently to keep your food cold or frozen. Plus, a refrigerator gets a lot of use %u2014 before and after every meal and between meals.
Here are some questions to ask when shopping for a refrigerator:
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Making Decisions: Buying Home Appliances, NF97-335
- by University of Nebraska
When you buy an appliance, you are buying a service that may make your life easier. You are also making a decision about saving energy and water, as well as the money they cost. When buying an appliance, consider the energy and water it will need and what they will cost month after month. For example, refrigerators and freezers have been tested to see how much energy they use, but how you use appliances will also affect their energy performance and how much impact they have on your utility bills.
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Making Decisions: EnergyGuides and Major Home Appliances, NF97-345
- by University of Nebraska
Energy conservation questions and answers you should consider before buying any home appliance -- explains energy guides and power consumption.
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Quick Tips For Buying Appliances
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Some good tips to help you buy the best household appliances for your needs.
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The EnerGuide Appliance Directory
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Find out how you can save energy costs by buying appliances displaying Canadian energuide labels. Find out also how to help save the environment when you select the right household appliances.
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