Operating instructions

2 . 6 E N E R G Y E F F I C I E N C Y
Example of an appliance energy label
EU Directive 92/75/EC[1] established an energy consumption labelling scheme. The directive
was implemented by several other directives thus most white goods, light bulb packaging and
cars must have an EU Energy Label clearly displayed when offered for sale or rent. The energy
efficiency of the appliance is rated in terms of a set of energy efficiency classes from A to G on
the label, A being the most energy efficient, G the least efficient. The labels also give other useful
information to the customer as they choose between various models.
When buying a new appliance, it is recommended that you find out the energy efficiency of the
model you want to buy. Please refer to the ‘EU labelling scheme. We recommend purchasing A
rated equipment. Energy saving appliances use less energy, less water, and therefore save you
money as well as being better for the environment.
L A B E L L I N G
The energy labels are separated into at least four categories:
• The appliance's details: according to each appliance, specific details, of the model and its
materials
• Energy class: a colour code associated to a letter (from A to G) that gives an idea of the
appliance's electrical consumption
• Consumption, efficiency, capacity, etc. This section gives information according to
appliance type
• Noise: the noise emitted by the appliance is described in decibel