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For retailers like Ray's Appliance in Taunton, this program is expected to be needed in increasing sales, which have suffered since the economy went into tailspin, insert the end of 2008.

"It's a win-win," said Bob Worsley, who owns and manages the store. "You're energy efficient equipment and you can get a replacement."

Worsley, but worried that it would not be enough to save funds for Great Appliance Mass. appliance Mass. appliance exchange program may boost sales program may boost sales to request a rebate program.

Exhibition-saving program, 6.2 million U.S. dollars in federal funding from American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, offering discounts ranging from $ 50 to $ 250 in equipment, including refrigerators, freezers, washing machines and dishwashers. Because of limited funds, the first-scattered discounts come, first served.

"Last week, many people called about it and come," said Worsley. "I'm concerned, they can make purchases and no discount."

He has advised clients in the rebate form immediately after their mail.

Save the size of the national energy efficiency program launched by the local distributor and some areas are safe.

To receive the discount, customers must meet the requirements of the participating units to retailers, customers get the equipment for recycling.

Store will accept from consumers with the documentation, which is the old model, according to the provisions of the recycling rebate program.

Massachusetts residents are eligible to receive $ 200 bonus for a refrigerator, $ 50 for a freezer, $ 175 for washing machines and $ 250 for a dishwasher. Every household is entitled to obtain a discount on each product group.