ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerators

AT A GLANCE

What is ENERGY STAR?

¦	The U.S. government-backed symbol of energy efficiency.

¦	A program dedicated to identifying products that save energy without

sacrificing quality or performance.

Why Buy ENERGY STAR Refrigerators?



Save energy

¦	Qualified refrigerators are 20% more efficient than the minimum federal
standard and feature high-efficiency compressors, improved insulation, and
more precise temperature and defrost mechanisms.

Save money

¦	A new qualified refrigerator can save more than $112 on electricity bills over
its lifetime compared to a new standard model.

Save the environment

¦	By using less energy, qualified refrigerators reduce greenhouse gas emissions
caused by burning fossil fuels at power plants.

Energy Fact:

¦	If everyone purchasing a refrigerator in 2008 chooses an ENERGY STAR
qualified model, together we would reduce the greenhouse gas emissions
equivalent to 120,000 cars.

Share These Tips with Your Customers

To maximize energy savings:

¦	Position your refrigerator away from heat sources such as:

-	Ovens

-	Dishwashers

-	Direct sunlight from windows

¦	Leave space between the wail or cabinets and the refrigerator to allow coils to

¦	Keep coils clean; make sure the door seals are airtight

¦	Keep your refrigerator between 35°F and 38°F and your freezer at 0°F

¦	Minimize the time refrigerator doors are open

¦	Recycle older or second refrigerators

To LEARN MORE about ENERGY STAR and Qualified Products:

Visit www.energystar.gov/training or call 1-888-STAR-YES (1-888-782-7937)

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