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EU Energy efficiency labelling scheme, explained
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Energy labelling is a useful tool to determine the environmental performance of washing machines and tumble dryers A labelling system within the European Union was introduced in 1995 and now covers all appliances. Labels ranging from A+++ for the most energy efficient to D for the least efficient are currently applied to Washing machines, Combined washer-dryers, Tumble-dryers, Refrigerators and Dishwashers. |
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The EU introduced maximum permissible limits for energy consumption in Refrigerators and Freezers in September 1999.
All appliance manufacturers have to do
the same EU Energy efficiency calculation in the same way; enabling the consumer
to compare straight away which washing machine or tumble dryer is the more
efficient appliances.
A+++
being the most efficient and
D
the least Washing machine's energy efficiency
rating is calculated
using a cotton wash cycle at 60°C with a maximum load; this load is
typically 6 kg.
Water consumption in litres Capacity in kilograms
Spin performance
(A -
G)
Noise
level in decibels
Also on the label you'll find symbols
showing
The
condensation efficiency of a condenser dryer is rated A to G
Tumble drying
clothes in an electric dryer has never been considered an energy
efficient way of drying clothes.
The majority of
tumble dryers are rated
C for
energy efficiency
– there are very few A rated dryers available.. The Label must be displayed on all new appliances
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By law, the Label must be displayed on all new washing machines and
tumble-dryers displayed for sale, hire or hire-purchase.
You should expect to be provided with this information however you buy these
products: Mail
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