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4 | sun lakes lifestyles | OCtOBeR 2015 | The Operations Department suggests preparing your furnace for the cooler temperatures, that's on its way. Here are a few suggestions from The U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency: Replace the air filter in your furnace each month. Locate the filter and pull it out. Slide the new filter into the slot, follow the arrows on the frame of the filter. Consider upgrading the filter if your current filter is a flat filter. Upgrading to a pleated filter, HEPA filter or electrostatic filter increases the energy efficiency of your furnace and allows the warm air to flow unimpeded through your home. Clean your air vents and ducts. Remove the vent covers with a screwdriver. Use the extension hose of your vacuum to remove dust. Engage your programmable thermostat so it automatically lowers the temperature while you are asleep or away from the home. According to the Consumer Energy Center, you could save from 20 to 75 percent on your furnace's operating costs by using this type of thermostat. Inspect the exhaust flue outdoors to ensure it is free of obstructions such as branches or animal nests. Keep the area around your furnace unit free of debris and clutter. We hope this information is helpful, while you enjoy the cool autumn weather here at Sun Lakes. ~ Mark Schleiden, Director of Operation Preparing for fall Districts 21, 22 and 23 invite you to the annual tri-district fashion show and luncheon, Mystique of Fashion, on October 30. Doors to the Main Clubhouse Ballroom will open at 10:30 am. The models from the three districts will be wearing fashions featuring the latest styles from Stein Mart. Tickets are only $25; checks should be made payable to District 23. Ticket sales will be in the Main Clubhouse lobby on the following days and times: Mon., Oct. 12, 2 - 4 pm; Tues., Oct. 13, 2 - 6 pm; Wed., Oct. 14, Thurs., Oct. 15, Fri., Oct. 16, 2 - 4 pm. If there are remaining tickets, sales will continue Mon., Oct. 19, 10 am - 4 pm; Tues., Oct. 20, 2 - 6 pm; Wed., Oct. 21, 2 - 4 pm. As with all popular events, tickets will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis. To avoid being disappointed, buy your tickets as soon as possible. For additional information, contact Carol Munnelly at (951) 769-1787.

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