
9
WEEE (WASTE ELECTRICAL AND
ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT)
On 13
th
August 2005, the new European Directive on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)
came into force.
The Directive's aim is to regulate the disposal of electronic waste by separating its treatment from that
of household waste.
Selective collection systems are being put in place to recover all WEEE with the view to recycling.
This Directive requires air conditioning appliance manufacturers and distributors to:
• Mark certain models marketed after 13
th
August 2005.
• Meet financial obligations associated with end-of-life appliance recycling.
As users of our products, and on those products covered by the Directive, you will observe a pictogram (see
illustration below) on the Maker's plate representing a "crossed-out refuse bin". This pictogram is intended to inform
the user that the appliance in question must be disposed of separately from household waste.
As part of its sustainable development policy, along with the entire profession, Airwell is committed to abiding by
this new European initiative. Our environment is precious, let's preserve it.
The labelling classifies air conditioning systems in 7 categories (from A to G) in relation to their energy consumption. Those
appliances with the best energy efficiency are awarded an A label (Green colour arrow on the label) those with the lowest energy
efficiency a G label (Red colour arrow).
This label also includes a certain number of details (Brand, Model, Cooling and heating capacity, Noise level) and allows the
user to compare the efficiency of different products.
Energy
Manufacturer
Outside unit
Annual energy consumption
kWh in cooling mode
Cooling output kW
(Actual consumption will depend
on how the appliance is used
and climate)
Energy efficiency ratio
Ful load (the higher the better)
Type
Cooling only
Cooling + Heating
Air-conditioner
Air cooled
Water cooled
Heat output kW
Heating performance
A: higher G: lower
Noise
(dB(A) re 1 pW)
Further information is contained
in product brochures
Norm EN 814
Air-conditioner
Energy Label Directive 2002/31/EC
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
GC 9 DCI R410
ST FLO 9 DCI
2.5
295
4.2
26
A
3.4
A
Unside unit
More efficient
Less efficient
COOLING CAPACITY
The refrigerating capacity is defined as the cooling capacity in kW of an
appliance, running in Cooling mode under full load.
EER OR ENERGY EFFICIENCY RATIO
This is the ratio between the refrigerating capacity and the amount of
electricity consumed to attain it. In other words, the higher the EER, the better
the energy efficiency.
ENERGY EFFICIENCY CATEGORIES*
IN COOLING MODE
A EER
> 3.2
B 3.2 > EER > 3.0
C 3.0 > EER > 2.8
D 2.8 > EER > 2.6
E 2.6 > EER > 2.4
F 2.4 > EER > 2.2
G 2.2 > EER
* Only for splits and multisplits.
HEATING CAPACITY
Heating capacity is defined as the Heating capacity in kW of an appliance
running in Heating mode and under full load.
COP OR COEFFICIENT OF PERFORMANCE
This is the ratio between the Heating capacity and the quantity of electricity
consumed to attain it. In other words, the higher the COP, the better the energy
efficiency.
ENERGY EFFICIENCY CATEGORIES*
IN HEATING MODE
A COP
> 3.6
B 3.6 > COP > 3.4
C 3.4 > COP > 3.2
D 3.2 > COP > 2.8
E 2.8 > COP > 2.6
F 2.6 > COP > 2.4
G 2.4 > COP
* Only for splits and multisplits.
Indication of annual energy consumption
Based on a standard model, this annual consumption is calculated by
multiplying the total capacity by an average running time of 500 hours per
annum in Cooling mode and under full load.
ENERGY LABEL
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