Not a large kitchen, but many kitchen appliances can be installed: rice cooker, induction cooker, cooktop, pot, kettle, microwave oven, electric water dispenser, refrigerator, etc.
In the process of using kitchen appliances, as long as you master some methods, you can achieve the purpose of saving electricity. How to save energy in the kitchen?
Let’s take a look at the kitchen power saving method!
Save Electric Strategy
Rice Cooker
When cooking the same amount of rice, a 700-watt rice cooker is more time-saving and power-saving than a 500-watt rice cooker. The rice that has been washed and soaked for 10 minutes and then cooked is more power-efficient.
Induction Cooker
Keep the hot plate clean. Because the electric heating plate will continue to adhere to oily dirt, it will be carbonized into a film after a long time, which will affect the thermal conductivity and increase the power consumption.
Cooktop
It is best to put it in a sheltered place or add a windshield to prevent the flame from drifting out of the bottom of the pot. Adjust the size of the air inlet to allow the gas to fully burn. The judgment method is to see whether the flame is clear, whether it is pure blue, and whether it is stable in combustion.
Pot
Use the appropriate stove rack according to the height of the pot, and the height should the outer flame of the flame touches the bottom of the pot. The stove fire should be adjusted according to the size of the bottom of the pot. It is suitable for the flame to slightly bend after the flame touches the bottom of the pot. The large diameter pan is more gas-saving than the sharp bottom.
Kettle
Do not boil the water and then mix it with cold water. Instead, boil the cold water directly to the required temperature.
Microwave Oven
A non-toxic plastic film or lid is added to the processed food so that the moisture in the food is not easy to evaporate, and the taste is good and the power is saved.
Electric Water Dispenser
Long-term heat preservation consumes a lot of power. It is recommended to use a temporary vacuum flask to temporarily store it when it is not frequently used.
Refrigerator
Below, I will talk more about the refrigerator because it’s an indispensable kitchen appliance. Generally speaking, refrigerators are working 24 hours, and the power consumption accounts for a large proportion of the total household power consumption.
If the refrigerator can save electricity in some ways, then it can save a lot of electricity throughout the year. The refrigerator power saving method is actually through some small moves and small details, let’s take a look at some of the refrigerator’s power-saving life tips.
Refrigerator Power Saving Method
Refrigerator Purchase
According to the actual situation of your home, such as the amount of food you usually buy, how much space is reserved for the refrigerator, etc., choose the appropriate size. The most energy-efficient of first-level energy efficiency saves more electricity.
Refrigerator Placement
The refrigerator should avoid direct sunlight and facilitate ventilation while keeping a distance from the wall so that the heat generated during the operation of the refrigerator can be dissipated.
Check The Door
Always check the seal of the refrigerator door. If the seal is deformed, it will affect the tightness of the door and cause the cold air to leak out, thereby increasing power consumption.
Defrost Regularly
After the refrigerator is used for a period of time, it will produce some frost. If it cannot be defrosted regularly, it will affect the refrigeration effect, and the power consumption will increase, and it may even damage the compressor.
Reduce The Number Of Door Openings
Every time you open the door, there will be cold air-exposed and hot air invaded, so you must run the compressor again to cool it. So try to take out the various ingredients you need at once, and move quickly, and do not pull the door too much at an angle to minimize the loss of air conditioning.
Don’t Leave The Refrigerator Empty
The refrigerator is empty but consumes a lot of power. If there is no stock, put a few pots of water to make it freeze, or fill the 1-2 cold storage room with foam plastic blocks, which can help keep the temperature low and reduce energy consumption.
Food Storage
Avoid putting superheated food directly into the box without cooling. Foods with a lot of moisture must be packaged and put in again. These measures are beneficial to save electricity.
The storage volume of food is about 80%, and storing food too densely will increase the compressor execution time.
Proper Temperature Adjustment
Reasonably select and control the interior temperature according to the seasonal temperature. Generally speaking, the interior temperature is adjusted low, and the power consumption is large, while the temperature is adjusted high, and the power consumption is small.
Increase The Barrier
A layer of non-toxic transparent plastic film that is slightly larger than the grid is placed in front of each grid of the refrigerator compartment to reduce the loss of cold air. In the future, as long as the corner of the plastic film is opened, food can be taken in and out.
Clean Refrigerator
The surface of the compressor and condenser should be cleaned every two to three months. The more dust accumulation, the worse the heat dissipation effect, and the greater the power consumption. Unplug the power plug and clean it with a damp cloth when cleaning.
Space Placement
Don’t put food in the refrigerator densely. There should be gaps between the stored foods so that the cold air can convect and the temperature is uniform. The use of small packaging can reduce the time of cold soaking, save electricity, and facilitate access.
Conclusion
I hope the above article is able to give you some ideas on how to save energy in the kitchen. In the long term, it’s good for the earth and your pocket.
If you have any questions, please leave them below. I‘d love to hear that.
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