How Does the Power-Save Unit Work?
The Power-Save reduces the amount of power drawn from the utility by storing (in its capacitors) otherwise lost electricity (watts) caused by the inductive motors in your home. (Some examples of inductive motors are air conditioning units, refrigerators, freezers, washers, dryers, dishwashers, pool pumps, vacuum cleaners, furnace blower motors, fans etc.) The technology applied by the Power-Save 1200™ Unit supplies that stored electricity back to your inductive loads, thus causing you to decrease your demand from the utility. If you decrease your demand from the utility, your meter slows down, and you use less electricity. The thought is, you’ve already paid for that electricity, why pay for it and waste it when you can pay for it, store it, and reuse it again. This whole process is called power factor optimization.
What is Power Factor?
Power factor is the percentage of electricity that’s delivered to your house and used effectively, compared to what is wasted. For example, a 1.0 power factor means that all the electricity that´s being delivered to your home is being used effectively for its purpose. However, most homes in America today have a .77 power factor or less. This means that 77% of the electricity that is coming thru your meter at your home or business is being used effectively, the other 23% is being wasted by your inductive load. With a low power factor, the utility has to deliver more electricity to do the same work. However, the Power-Save unit increases that power factor in most cases to .97 or .98, thus increasing the effective use of your electricity and lowering your usage.
Yeah, but residential customers are NOT charged for power factor.
This is true. However, the Power-Save 1200™ reduces the amount of energy consumed by inductive loads, therefore saving you money by reducing your total energy consumption.
How do I know if the Power-Save 1200™ will save me money?
If you say "yes" to two or more of the following, then you could be saving a significant amount of money on your electric bill right now!
- Is your home over 2500 Square feet?
- Is your central air conditioner / heat pump unit 3 years or older?
- Is your forced air furnace 3 years or older?
- Do you have a pool?
- Do you have a well?
- Do you use an air conditioner?
- If your refrigerator / freezer is not EnergyStar rated.
- Do you have more than one refrigerator / freezer?
- If your washer / dryer is not EnergyStar rated.
- Do you have a hot tub or a jacuzzi?
- If your dishwasher is not EnergyStar rated.
- Do you have several appliances in your home?
Does the Power-Save 1200™ work in any home?
Yes it does, as long as you have a circuit breaker panel with breaker switches and not the old screw in type fuses, the unit will work on any single-phase electric application for homes.
Will the Power-Save affect any of my appliances and their normal use?
No, if anything, your motors will run about 10% cooler, which is good for a motor because heat is the enemy of a motor.
Is the Power-Save tested and approved by independent labs?
Yes, the Power-Save 1200™ is UL listed & tested, CSA certified and has been tested by the University of Santa Clara California´s Electrical Engineering department. Additionally, the technology is recognized by the U.S. Department of Energy.
How much can I expect to save per month by using the Power-Save?
That depends on many factors. The size of your home, the amount of inductive motor load, and the amount you are paying per kilowatt-hour for electricity etc. However, generally speaking residential customers throughout the U.S. and Canada could see a realized savings of 8% - 10% typically and as much as 25% on their electrical power bills.
How long will it take for the Power-Save to pay for itself?
Generally about 6-12 months, but again, the same factors above apply, some will see sooner (6 months), some will see later (12 months).
Is the Power-Save easy to Install?
We recommend installation by a qualified electrician. The unit comes with complete installation instructions or you may download them from the link below.
Download the Power Save 1200™ Installation Instructions here
How long will the Power-Save last?
It has a predicted lifespan of up to 20 years.
Why haven´t I heard of this product until now?
That´s easy, two words "cost effectiveness". Up until recently, electric rates throughout the U.S. and Canada were cheap, costing us 2, 3 or 4 cents per kilowatt-hour. Now, electric rates are 8, 10, 12, 14, and 19 and in some cases New York City is 22 cents per Kwh, and Hawaii is 33.5 cents per Kwh. At the cheaper rates the Power-Save didn´t make sense, but at the current rates, it makes all the sense in the world.
What About Power-Save for Surge Protection?
The Power-Save also protects the entire home against power surges. The unit provides a broad range of protection for hardwired appliances and most home electronics such as televisions, satellite equipment, entertainment systems, etc. The unit protects from power line surges as well as spikes caused by internal wiring problems, loose connections and fluctuating demand from large motors such as appliances, vacuum cleaners, heating and cooling equipment, etc.
What Size Electrical Service Will This Work On?
The Power-Save 1200™ will work on all 120/240 volt, single phase residential and commercial electrical services rated at 200 amps or less in the U.S. & Canada.
Is the Power-Save 1200™ Unit Warranted? Is there a "Money Back Guarantee"?
Yes, there is a 5 year Manufacturers Warranty for full replacement.
What About Taxes and Import Fees for Canadians?
You are responsible for all taxes and fees associated with importing this unit into Canada.
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