Even though America is an affluent nation, this does not mean we need to squander our money. Consider that the price of gas approached $3.00 in some areas this summer and that energy rates will continue to climb this winter. The cost of the energy used must be counted, but the wear and tear on equipment is just as important. Mechanical timers for shutting down equipment have been around for many years, but are often short lived or not accurate and cost about $30.00. They also have to be purchased in the range needed, e.g., five minutes, one hour, and 12 hours.
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