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Don't Place Appliances Near Thermostats

BALTIMORE (WJZ) - Don't place lamps or television sets near an air conditioning thermostat.

Mary Bubala reports the thermostat senses heat from these appliances.

That can cause the air conditioner to run longer than necessary, which wastes money and energy.

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