Energuide Canada for Dryers...Can it be used to calculate cost

[Ogee]

I realize the EnerGuide Canada number (898 kWh/per year in my case) is supposed to be used to compare one dryer or appliance to another and is some sense a relative number, but can I multiply it by the cost /kWh that I pay to get an approximate cost of running it for a year. I realize the usage may vary from household to household and therefore produce different results, but does anyone know if the number bears any relationship to real usage or is just a test number with the test, while the same for every dryer, not bearing any real world comparison? I tried to Google it but came up with nothing on what the test actually tested.

[Dr.Dan]

Some links that'll help answer your questions

The EnerGuide Label
http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/equipment/english/page3.cfm?attr=4

Energy Cost Calculator
http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/Equipment/english/page26.cfm?PrintView=N&Text=N

EnerGuide Appliance Buying Tips
http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/Equipment/english/page23.cfm?PrintView=N&Text=N


(http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/equipment/english/page3.cfm?attr=4)

[Ogee]

Thanks Dr Dan
I quess the answer to my question is yes...it is a rough estimate of real usage.

[AMD]

Yes, electricity consumption for billing is measured in kWh.

You might want to find out what the test criteria is; i.e. how many loads per year.

Just remember that the regulated price plan rate of 5.8cents/kwh does not including distribution, debt retirement, loss factor charges, etc. Last time I calculated it, it came to roughly $0.11/kWh in Ontario for those who don't have a smart meter or a private plan. (ex: direct energy)

[Ogee]

Yes, electricity consumption for billing is measured in kWh.

You might want to find out what the test criteria is; i.e. how many loads per year.

Just remember that the regulated price plan rate of 5.8cents/kwh does not including distribution, debt retirement, loss factor charges, etc. Last time I calculated it, it came to roughly $0.11/kWh in Ontario for those who don't have a smart meter or a private plan. (ex: direct energy)

Thanks AMD...I tried, unsucessfully, to find test criteria...thanks for the $00.11/kWh figure.

[AMD]

np. That figure may vary from municipality to municipality.