<\/span><\/h2>\nThe following factors determine what leads to the bill total which arrives at the end of each month:<\/p>\n
1)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Wattage of the Microwave<\/h3>\n
This depends on the size of the Microwave. For small Microwaves, the wattage starts from 600. For medium sized Microwaves, the wattage ranges from about 800 to 1200 watts. Finally, for large sized Microwaves, the wattage is 1800 watts. In case you\u2019re still not sure about the wattage your Microwave oven uses then check the manual or attached label of the machine.<\/p>\n
2)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Microwave Usage<\/h3>\n
It is pretty obvious that the more you use your Microwave, the more will be the monthly bill. Usually, Microwaves spend a small amount of energy on standby. However, majority of the energy goes into heating edible items put into it.<\/p>\n
3)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Type of Power Settings<\/h3>\n
The consumption of energy depends on the settings. A Microwave offers various settings. So, if you\u2019re always using your Microwave at maximum power then it will use a lot of wattage. To be precise, it will use the wattage close to the listed number. A handy tip would be to explore the different options provided. This includes power settings like \u2018melt\u2019 and \u2018defrost\u2019. When compared to normal settings, these use less energy.<\/p>\n
4)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Amount of Electricity used by Microwaves on Standby<\/h3>\n
A certain quantity of power is being utilized by the Microwave at all times. People who are familiar with knowledge related to energy are probably aware of this. Of course the digital clock (showcased by the Microwave) doesn\u2019t power itself!<\/p>\n
To accurately evaluate the amount of power being consumed by the Microwave, utilize an electricity monitor that can be inserted into the Microwave. Since loads of different models of Microwaves are available in the market so the standby power isn\u2019t fixed. It is usually five watts. However, there might be a slight increase or decrease.<\/p>\n
5)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 How to use a Microwave Smartly<\/h3>\n
It must be noted that power is being utilized irrespective of the time (if the plug is inserted to the electrical outlet). So, if your Microwave is on for 24 hours a day and it uses 5 watts then you\u2019ll have to pay around half a dollar a month. Multiply by 12 and on a yearly basis you\u2019ll have to pay around 6 dollars.<\/p>\n
In the long run, if this seems like a waste of hard earned money then you can turn off the switch. You won\u2019t be wasting money this way. Also, you can save up a lot of money if all the appliances are connected to a power extension. Simply turn it off so that you aren\u2019t wasting energy on appliances not in use. This includes the coffee maker<\/a>, toaster, electric kettle etc.<\/p>\n