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« on: April 13, 2011, 07:36:48 PM »

I just started using the cycler April 8. My question is how much should I expect the electric bill to go up?
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« Reply #1 on: April 13, 2011, 09:16:44 PM »

I really havent had a problem. I will ask my mom though. my grandmother has never said anything about much of an increase. I will say to try to turn it off when you are done. THey do wear out. I had to get anew one on Easter Sunday a few  years back.

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« Reply #2 on: April 14, 2011, 07:39:22 AM »

I don't know where you live, but here in Southern California you can get a reduction in electricity for having to use the cycler all night.  I filled out the form, the doctor signed it, and my bill went down by $20 or so.  Worth a shot to ask.
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« Reply #3 on: April 14, 2011, 11:03:07 AM »

I did not notice much change with my electricity bill when on cycler. The extra should be a few dollars.
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« Reply #4 on: April 14, 2011, 11:21:14 AM »

I didn't find much change to my bill. I think you'll be ok.
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« Reply #5 on: April 14, 2011, 02:13:08 PM »

Thanks for the replies. I was just curious because it has to keep the bags heated all night and anything that generates heat uses up the electricity. I will contact the power company and see if they do have a program like that, peleroja, any little bit helps.
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« Reply #6 on: April 14, 2011, 04:59:28 PM »

I didn't notice an increase, but I'm glad you asked.  I'm going to look inot the suggestion and see if there is a program to reduce my bill, too.  Thanks!
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« Reply #7 on: April 15, 2011, 07:25:46 PM »

I contacted my electric company and they had no program to reduce my bill. :( The only thing they offered was an extended grace period for payment.
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