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Possible reasons for Air Conditioner not cooling properly

By on May 5, 2016
Possible reasons for Air Conditioner not cooling properly
We all attach a utility with every object we buy. One of the basic things we expect from an air conditioner is that it should give good cooling. Faster or slower, but it should cool well in order to get the temperatures down to comfortable levels. When it does not do so, we do not derive utility from the product and want to replace it. But these questions arise in several minds: “Why is it that my AC which was cooling well till a few months back is not cooling well

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Air Conditioners: Copper Coil vs Aluminium Coil

By on February 25, 2020
Air Conditioners: Copper Coil vs Aluminium Coil
During the scorching summer heat, cool pleasant air is just a switch away. Just turn on the air conditioner and within minutes you can feel the cold air around you. Apart from the various factors that determine which type of air conditioner is better, there is an age-old debate as to which type of coil is better - Copper or Aluminium. Before we see the pros and cons of each type, let us first understand the importance of these coils in the air conditioning process.

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Best Induction Cooker/Cooktop/Stove in India

By on January 9, 2023
Best Induction Cooker/Cooktop/Stove in India
When it comes to taking a step forward in technology that changes the traditional methods of doing a specific task, people think a lot. Here the specific task is cooking, the traditional method is using a gas stove, and the step is to start using an induction cooker. There are a lot of questions when it comes to using an induction cooker, which makes it difficult for people to take a step ahead. We at Bijli Bachao are here to answer them and help people get rid of the

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Top Air Coolers in India by Efficiency and Price

By on January 9, 2023
Top Air Coolers in India by Efficiency and Price
If you are trying to beat the summer heat, but at the same time want an affordable and effective way to do it, then air coolers will be the best option for you. Today many different types of air coolers from various brands are available. There are different types of coolers available in the market such as room coolers (used for bedrooms, small offices), duct coolers (used for central air cooling), jumbo coolers (used for large halls, bigger offices) etc. based on the

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Energy Star Qualified Laptops and Desktops; and their electricity consumption comparison

By on January 21, 2021
Energy Star Qualified Laptops and Desktops; and their electricity consumption comparison
We may talk about energy efficiency, we may research about latest trends in non-conventional energy sources, we may even implement these ideas based on our Google research. Bijli Bachao is one such effort to provide information in this field and we thank our readers for their support that encourages us to continue our efforts. But, one question we would like to ask is that how many of us have given a thought to the fact that the device through which we Google and through

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Air conditioner selection: understand Tonnage, EER, COP and Star Rating

By on May 7, 2019
Air conditioner selection: understand Tonnage, EER, COP and Star Rating
The sun is back again with its ever increasing heat. The temperature all set to hit a new record this season, yet again. Its summer again!! This is the probably the time when air conditioner industry is at its peak and most people look out for buying the best equipment in the market which suits their budget and comfort. Hence, we at Bijli Bachao, thought of providing some information which enables people to make an informed decision before buying an air conditioner.

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Comparison of various refrigerants (R-410A, R-22, R-32, R-290, R-134A, R-600A) used for Air Conditioners and Refrigerators

By on August 7, 2017
Comparison of various refrigerants (R-410A, R-22, R-32, R-290, R-134A, R-600A) used for Air Conditioners and Refrigerators
While growing up in the 1990s I used to hear a lot about CFCs (or chlorofluorocarbons) and their involvement in depletion of ozone layer. There were talks that all the refrigerants that cause environmental harm will be phased out. But as the years passed by, the thought of checking if a refrigerator or air conditioner that is being purchased has environmentally friendly refrigerant or not, vanished, as the presumption was that the CFCs have been phased out and we only

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Buying Guide & Best Voltage Stabilizers in India

By on January 9, 2023
Buying Guide & Best Voltage Stabilizers in India
Power supply is erratic at most places in India, with voltage fluctuating in both directions (up and down) at many places frequently. These voltage fluctuations can damage appliances, there by causing them to end much before their normal useful life. When voltage goes down, electric current in the appliance increase, which can result in burning of the appliance. Voltage Stabilizers have thus found place in many homes and offices in India. In this article we will talk

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Zero Watt lamp power consumption and LED bulb alternatives

By on January 31, 2020
Zero Watt lamp power consumption and LED bulb alternatives
We all are well aware of the low intensity bulbs that are run 24*7 at home around photo frames/ paintings, small temples/ religious area in the home or they may be even used as decorative lights. Some people use these bulbs as night lamps. Some astrologers  also believe that using green light night bulb will help children fare well in education. These low intensity incandescent bulbs are called zero watt bulbs. As per the term given to these bulbs, people assume

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Understand Cycle time of air conditioners – frequency with which ac compressor turns off and on

By on June 21, 2019
Understand Cycle time of air conditioners – frequency with which ac compressor turns off and on
The basic functions of an air conditioner are: Maintaining the temperature to desired level. Humidity control inside the room (De-humidification). Proper air circulation. The air conditioner attains the desired temperature according to the temperature set by its thermostat. The compressor in the air conditioner

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