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Air conditioning tips to boost energy efficiency and cut your power bill

Using the correct settings on an air conditioner can save money without compromising comfort. (Flicker: Nenad Stojkovic)

What's your magic air conditioner number? Should you switch off the aircon when you pop to the shops? And does "dry mode" actually work?

You don't need to know what all the buttons on the remote do, but some options might make humidity, and bills, more bearable.

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