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Clinton News-Record, 1979-05-10, Page 44When is the best time to buy your air conditioner? When the cold winds blow, the very last thing most people think about is how to, keep the inside of their homes cool. But winter is really the best time to think ahead to spring and summer, say home economists from Whirlpool Corporation. For instance, picture this scene ... you're eating sup- per in a sticky, humid kitchen and the heat is sweltering. After a few restless nights and uncomfortable meals, you decide that you've got to get an air conditioner. According to the home eco- nomists, you've just cho- sen the worst time to buy. Buy before heatµave The best time to buy an air conditioner, they advise, is before the hottest summer days arrive. Between January and May, air con- ditioner sales are generally slower so you can shop in less crowded stores and get the full attention of `the appliance salesman. Prices may also be lower when the temperature is lower. Think about- w -hat your re- quirements are. For exam- ple, it's important to select an air conditioner of the right , capacity to meet your needs. An air conditioner cools and dehumidifies the•air. _.. A unit that's .too large cools a room too quickly, be- fore it can do enough de- humidifying,, so the room feels cold and clammy. _A too=srflaF uttit pan f coosl�ad equate ty --M--Nk '–s ife —yoir know the dimensions of the room or rooms you ,want to cool. Fans save energy Some models have a fan control that can be set for continuous fan operation or intermittent fan operation which can help save energy. During intermittent opera- tion, the fan turns on only when the room temperature begins to climb and addi- tional cooling is -needed. A variety of air direction cortrols are available. Sonie r. �x?c :w\44��.�va44�4c cis•nuc . .uow v.V.�.w�oganwu�.v4P ?o .K.Pl44a't40.C4<sm ak4O'S:4.. cJobSLobcAw.'aVaaat aiaaovtActliNi'm a atv.. ti,a.+cua�ca oaaat a$oDooeAW..<.< . ,' .,wwyru,o• F , THE BEST TIME TO BUY an air conditioner is Oefore those hot summer days get the best of you, sal home economists from Whirlpool Corporation. Between. January and May, air conditioner sales are generally slower, so you can shop in less crowded stores and get the full attention- of the appliance -salesman. Prices may - also be lower when the temperature is lower. have two-way controls that direct cool air to the left or 'right. Others offer four. way, - -controls.-that-aim•the-air••up-or down and right or left. Consider room position In making your choice, consider where in the room -'-stt�led��Krll�e�w��eled-� air directed toward or away from the door, directly toward y,qp, or in yet another direction? Some models have an air changer control with three choices: circulating room air only for fastest cooling, bringing in outside air to alle- viate that "closed -in" feel- ing, or exhausting room air to the outdoors. Before you go shopping you should know: How many rooms and .connecting halls do you want to cool? What is the size of each room .and hall? Are the rooms sunny or" shaded? How many windows are in eaeh_room...and _what size..... and type are they? Are room walls insulated? What about .the ceilings? What electric voltage is available? Beat -the heats -' T Fol#owing-tithe ogges—w. - tions offered by Whirlpool home economists can help make your air conditioner shopping trip much easier— and you'll" be a step ahead in beating those uncomfort- able hot summer days and nights that will soon be here. How to give old fireplace fresh new spring elan -up A fireplace can be the focal point of any room and an element of, beauty through- out the yeag. This spring', be sure to iude it in your cleaning and redecorating schedule. Before you start to clean your fireplace or hearth, make sure the damper is ren_ Then, brush all hearth and interior surfaces with a strong, natural bristle brush and dispose of ashes; do not use a nylon or steel brush which could harm fireplace surfaces. Don't clean the fireplace withhaiour vacuum cleaner as the air from the unit might blow dust arotuttd the entire room. The sticky soot of the fireplace can also dirty your vacuum attachments. Cleaning a well -used fire- place, is a super -size job; after removing loose soot and ashes, to remove ground -in dirt and grime use Fantastik® spray cleaner. Just spray and allow to soak for two min- utes; then scrub and rinse with fresh water. Acces- sories can also be spray cleaned using a soft sponge or clean cloth, wipe dry'and polish. A job well done deserves to be enjoyed, so become creative! Fill the clean hearth with lots of plants and big, fat, chunky candles, or try a fish tank, a bird cage or your favorite piece of sculpture, lighted with a small spotlight. Need ,yaur basement dug? Thinking of swimming pool? LET SID BRU.I.NSMA DO IT Septic Tank; Systems to? Free Estimates 5 24-8668 WE HAVE EXCITING;NEW HOMES BY BENDIX AND GLENDALE These beautiful homes come furnished or unfurnished and include 200 amp. service and electric furnace erected on your lot or basement or our lot. We now can offer Beautiful Pine Treed Lots. 150' x 100' at our new Adult Village "THE FIVE SEASONS LOT 10, BAYFIELD CONCESSION, GOD. TWP. FOR FARTHER DETAILS GIVE USA CALL (CLINTON) LIMITED 343 Victoria St. Hwy. 4 482-7066 • Maywe Suggest... These decorating ideas r for your spring renovations *Custom Made Draperies *C.I.L. Paint *Wallpaper *Kirsch Rods *Shower Curtains *Point Brushes, Rollers, Trays w . MORRIS DRAPERIES uWEST ST. 524.2551 How to give old fireplace fresh new spring elan -up A fireplace can be the focal point of any room and an element of, beauty through- out the yeag. This spring', be sure to iude it in your cleaning and redecorating schedule. Before you start to clean your fireplace or hearth, make sure the damper is ren_ Then, brush all hearth and interior surfaces with a strong, natural bristle brush and dispose of ashes; do not use a nylon or steel brush which could harm fireplace surfaces. Don't clean the fireplace withhaiour vacuum cleaner as the air from the unit might blow dust arotuttd the entire room. The sticky soot of the fireplace can also dirty your vacuum attachments. Cleaning a well -used fire- place, is a super -size job; after removing loose soot and ashes, to remove ground -in dirt and grime use Fantastik® spray cleaner. Just spray and allow to soak for two min- utes; then scrub and rinse with fresh water. Acces- sories can also be spray cleaned using a soft sponge or clean cloth, wipe dry'and polish. A job well done deserves to be enjoyed, so become creative! Fill the clean hearth with lots of plants and big, fat, chunky candles, or try a fish tank, a bird cage or your favorite piece of sculpture, lighted with a small spotlight. Need ,yaur basement dug? Thinking of swimming pool? LET SID BRU.I.NSMA DO IT Septic Tank; Systems to? Free Estimates 5 24-8668 WE HAVE EXCITING;NEW HOMES BY BENDIX AND GLENDALE These beautiful homes come furnished or unfurnished and include 200 amp. service and electric furnace erected on your lot or basement or our lot. We now can offer Beautiful Pine Treed Lots. 150' x 100' at our new Adult Village "THE FIVE SEASONS LOT 10, BAYFIELD CONCESSION, GOD. TWP. FOR FARTHER DETAILS GIVE USA CALL (CLINTON) LIMITED 343 Victoria St. Hwy. 4 482-7066 •