Energy Labels for washing machine and washer-driers are changing. After March 1st, 2021, all energy levels will be listed from A to G rather than A+, A++, and A+++.
The new labels aim to reward energy-efficient products while in parallel setting stricter eco-design requirements and improved environmental performance - energy label reforms that fit our brand vision perfectly.
Our homes are connected to the outside world in ways we cannot imagine. Little things we do inside, can have a great impact outside. With the smallest everyday actions, we firmly believe we can create a better future. The new regulations cover not only energy efficiency but also energy consumption. The levels of energy consumption considered acceptable were lowered.
The energy efficiency class of washing machines is based on the energy consumption of new “Eco 40- 60” program. The “Eco 40-60” program is recommended to wash your normally soiled, durable cotton and linen laundry declared to be washable at 40°C or 60°C on the care label.
Here is what an energy rating label for washing machines looks like and here is what the symbols and numbers stand for:
Read on to discover what each rating and number means in more detail.
- QR code (New)
- Scale of energy efficiency classes (A-G)
- Energy efficiency class
- Weighted energy consumption in kWh per 100 cycles (New)
For the calculation of consumption values, quarter, half and full loads values are taken into consideration.
- Rated capacity in kg
- Weighted water consumption in liters per cycle (New)
For the calculation of consumption values, quarter, half and full loads values are taken into consideration.
- Duration of the “Eco 40-60” program at rated capacity (New)
The program ‘Eco 40-60’ is the basis to determine energy consumption, water consumption, washing, spinning and rinsing efficiency, residual dampness, noise and programme duration.
- Spin efficiency class
- Noise level during spin cycle in dBA*** and noise emission class (New)
Sound power level reference to 1 pW
