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Phantom Loads Energy Loss, February 28 2007

Homes "Leak" on Average of:
450 kWh/year $3.00- $9.00/month Over $100.00/year!!

All costs are estimates. Actual costs may vary.

Dollars Lost Per Month

Battery chargers $.11- $.25
Cable TV box $.72
Clock $.20
Door bell  $.28
Gas stove w/electronic ignition $.80
Fax machine $.80
Big screen TV $4.28
Small TV $.30- $1.61
VCR $.93
Hi-Fi Stereo $1.15
Computer Monitor $.40- $2.28
Inkjet Printer $.43
Cordless phones $.25
All costs are estimates. Actual costs may vary.

What to do:
Be aware of what is using power
Unplug appliances not needed
If needed on a regular basis, put on a surge strip with an on/off switch
Boone Electric Cooperative
573-449-4181
www.booneelectric.com

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