16 CFR Part 305 — Energy and Water Use Labeling for Consumer Products Under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (“Energy Labeling Rule”)

PART 305—ENERGY AND WATER USE LABELING FOR CONSUMER PRODUCTS UNDER THE ENERGY POLICY AND CONSERVATION ACT (“ENERGY LABELING RULE”) Authority: 42 U.S.C. 6294. Source: 52 FR 46894, Dec. 10, 1987, unless otherwise noted. Scope § 305.1 Scope of the regulations in this part. The rule in this part establishes requirements for consumer appliance products, as hereinafter described, in commerce, as “commerce” is defined in the Energy Policy and Conservation Act, 42 U.S.C. 6291, with respect to: (a) Labeling and/or marking the products with information required by this part indicating their operating cost (or different useful measure of energy consumption) and related information, disclosing their water use rate and related information, or stating their compliance with applicable standards under section 325 of the Energy Policy and Conservation Act, 42 U.S.C. 6295; (b) Including in printed matter displayed or distributed at the point of sale of such products, or including in any catalog from which the products may be purchased, information concerning their water use or their energy consumption; (c) Including on the labels, separately attaching to the products, or shipping with the products, additional information relating to energy consumption, energy efficiency, or energy cost; and (d) Making representations, in writing or in broadcast advertising, respecting the water use, energy consumption, or energy efficiency of the products, or the cost of water used or energy consumed by the products. [52 FR 46894, Dec. 10, 1987, as amended at 54 FR 28034, July 5, 1989] Definitions § 305.2 Definitions. (a) Act (b) ANSI (c) ASME (d) Average lamp efficacy (e) Ballast efficacy factor (f) Base (g) Bulb shape (h) Catalog (i) Color rendering index CRI (j) Commission (k) Consumer product (1) Which in operation consumes, or is designed to consume, energy or, with respect to showerheads, faucets, water closets, and urinals, water; and (2) Which, to any significant extent, is distributed in commerce for personal use or consumption by individuals; without regard to whether such article or such type is in fact distributed in commerce for personal use or consumption by an individual, except that such term includes fluorescent lamp ballasts, metal halide lamp fixtures, general service fluorescent lamps, medium base compact fluorescent lamps, general service incandescent lamps (including incandescent reflector lamps), showerheads, faucets, water closets, and urinals distributed in commerce for personal or commercial use or consumption. (l) Consumer appliance product (1) Refrigerators, refrigerator-freezers, and freezers that can be operated by alternating current electricity, excluding— (i) Any type designed to be used without doors; and (ii) Any type which does not include a compressor and condenser unit as an integral part of the cabinet assembly. (2) Dishwashers. (3) Water heaters. (4) Room air conditioners. (5) Clothes washers. (6) Clothes dryers. (7) Central air conditioners and central air conditioning heat pumps. (8) Furnaces. (9) Direct heating equipment. (10) Pool heaters. (11) Kitchen ranges and ovens. (12) Television sets. (13) Fluorescent lamp ballasts. (14) General service fluorescent lamps. (15) Medium base compact fluorescent lamps. (16) General service incandescent lamps, including incandescent reflector lamps. (17) Showerheads. (18) Faucets. (19) Water closets. (20) Urinals. (21) Metal halide lamp fixtures. (22) Ceiling fans. (23) Portable air conditioners. (24) Any other type of consumer product that the Department of Energy classifies as a covered product under section 322(b) of the Act (42 U.S.C. 6292). (m) Correlated color temperature (n) Covered product (o) Distributor (p) Energy efficiency rating (q) Estimated annual energy consumption and estimated annual operating or energy cost Estimated annual energy consumption (i) Kilowatt-hour use per year, kWh/yr., (ii) Therm use per year, therms/yr., (iii) Gallon use per year, gallons/yr., (2) Estimated annual operating or energy cost (r) Flow restricting or controlling spout end device (s) Flushometer valve (t) IES (u) Lamp efficacy (v) Lamp type (w) Life lifetime (x) Light output (y) Luminaire (z) Manufacturer (aa) New covered product (bb) Private labeler (cc) Range of comparability (dd) Range of energy efficiency ratings (ee) Range of estimated annual energy cost (ff) Retailer retailer (gg) Water use (hh) Wattage [72 FR 49965, Aug. 29, 2007, as amended at 73 FR 39225, July 9, 2008; 73 FR 63066, Oct. 23, 2008; 83 FR 7596, Feb. 22, 2018; 84 FR 58028, Oct. 30, 2019; 86 FR 9282, Feb. 12, 2021] § 305.3 Description of appliances and consumer electronics. (a) Refrigerators and refrigerator-freezers Electric refrigerator (2) Electric refrigerator-freezer (b) Freezer (c) Dishwasher (1) Water heating dishwasher (2) [Reserved] (d) Water heater (1) Storage type units which heat and store water at a thermostatically controlled temperature, including gas storage water heaters with an input of 75,000 Btu per hour or less, oil storage water heaters with an input of 105,000 Btu per hour or less, and electric storage water heaters with an input of 12 kilowatts or less; (2) Instantaneous type units that heat water but contain no more than one gallon of water per 4,000 Btu per hour of input, including gas instantaneous water heaters with an input of 200,000 Btu per hour or less, oil instantaneous water heaters with an input of 210,000 Btu per hour or less, and electric instantaneous water heaters with an input of 12 kilowatts or less; and (3) Heat pump type units, with a maximum current rating of 24 amperes at a voltage no greater than 250 volts, which are products designed to transfer thermal energy from one temperature level to a higher temperature level for the purpose of heating water, including all ancillary equipment such as fans, storage tanks, pumps, or controls necessary for the device to perform its function. (e) Room air conditioner (f) Clothes washer (1) Automatic clothes washer (2) Semi-automatic clothes washer (3) Other clothes washer (g) Ceiling fan (h) Television (i) Pool heater (j) Portable air conditioner [84 FR 58028, Oct. 30, 2019, as amended at 86 FR 9282, Feb. 12, 2021] General § 305.4 Description of furnaces and central air conditioners. (a) Furnaces Furnace (i) Is designed to be the principal heating source for the living space of a residence; (ii) Is not contained within the same cabinet with a central air conditioner whose rated cooling capacity is above 65,000 Btu per hour; (iii) Is an electric central furnace, electric boiler, forced-air central furnace, gravity central furnace, or low pressure steam or hot water boiler; and (iv) Has a heat input rate of less than 300,000 Btu per hour for electric boilers and low pressure steam or hot water boilers and less than 225,000 Btu per hour for forced-air central furnaces, gravity central furnaces, and electric central furnaces. (2) Electric central furnace (3) Forced air central furnace (4) Gravity central furnace (5) Electric boiler (6) Low pressure steam or hot water boiler (7) Outdoor furnace or boiler (8) Weatherized warm air furnace or boiler (b) Central air conditioner (1) Condenser-evaporator coil combination (2) Condensing unit (3) Evaporator coil (4) Single package unit (5) Split system (c) Heat pump [84 FR 58029, Oct. 30, 2019] § 305.5 Description of lighting products. (a) Fluorescent lamp ballast (b) Fluorescent lamp (1) A low pressure mercury electric-discharge source in which a fluorescing coating transforms some of the ultra-violet energy generated by the mercury discharge into light, including only the following: (i) Any straight-shaped lamp (commonly referred to as 4-foot medium bi-pin lamps) with medium bi-pin bases of nominal overall length of 48 inches and rated wattage of 28 or more; (ii) Any U-shaped lamp (commonly referred to as 2-foot U-shaped lamps) with medium bi-pin bases of nominal overall length between 22 and 25 inches and rated wattage of 28 or more; (iii) Any rapid start lamp as defined at 42 U.S.C. 6291(30)(A)(iii); and (iv) Any instant start lamp as defined at 42 U.S.C. 6291(30)(A)(iv); but (2) Fluorescent lamp (3) General service fluorescent lamp (i) Fluorescent lamps designed to promote plant growth; (ii) Fluorescent lamps specifically designed for cold temperature installations; (iii) Colored fluorescent lamps; (iv) Impact-resistant fluorescent lamps; (v) Reflectorized or aperture lamps; (vi) Fluorescent lamps designed for use in reprographic equipment; (vii) Lamps primarily designed to produce radiation in the ultra-violet region of the spectrum; and (viii) Lamps with a color rendering index of 82 or greater. (c) General service lamp (1) A lamp that is: (i) A medium base compact fluorescent lamp; (ii) A general service incandescent lamp; (iii) A general service light-emitting diode (LED or OLED) lamp; or (iv) Any other lamp that the Secretary of Energy determines is used to satisfy lighting applications traditionally served by general service incandescent lamps. (2) Exclusions: The term general service lamp (i) Any lighting application or bulb shape described in paragraphs (e)(3)(ii)(A) through (T) of this section; and (ii) Any general service fluorescent lamp. (d) Medium base compact fluorescent lamp (1) Any lamp that is: (i) Specifically designed to be used for special purpose applications; and (ii) Unlikely to be used in general purpose applications, such as the applications described in the definition of “General Service Incandescent Lamp” in paragraph (e)(3)(ii) of this section; or (2) Any lamp not described in the definition of “General Service Incandescent Lamp” in this section and that is excluded by the Department of Energy, by rule, because the lamp is— (i) Designed for special applications; and (ii) Unlikely to be used in general purpose applications. (e) Incandescent lamp (1) A lamp in which light is produced by a filament heated to incandescence by an electric current, including only the following: (i) Any lamp (commonly referred to as lower wattage nonreflector general service lamps, including any tungsten halogen lamp) that has a rated wattage between 30 and 199 watts, has an E26 medium screw base, has a rated voltage or voltage range that lies at least partially within 115 and 130 volts, and is not a reflector lamp; (ii) Any lamp (commonly referred to as a reflector lamp) which is not colored or designed for rough or vibration service applications, that contains an inner reflective coating on the outer bulb to direct the light, an R, PAR, ER, BR, BPAR, or similar bulb shapes with E26 medium screw bases, a rated voltage or voltage range that lies at least partially within 115 and 130 volts, a diameter which exceeds 2.25 inches, and has a rated wattage that is 40 watts or higher; (iii) Any general service incandescent lamp (commonly referred to as a high- or higher-wattage lamp) that has a rated wattage above 199 watts (above 205 watts for a high wattage reflector lamp); but (2) Incandescent lamp (3) General service incandescent lamp (i) In general, a standard incandescent, halogen, or reflector type lamp that— (A) Is intended for general service applications; (B) Has a medium screw base; (C) Has a lumen range of not less than 310 lumens and not more than 2,600 lumens; and (D) Is capable of being operated at a voltage range at least partially within 110 and 130 volts. (ii) Exclusions. The term “general service incandescent lamp” does not include the following incandescent lamps: (A) An appliance lamp as defined at 42 U.S.C. 6291(30); (B) A black light lamp; (C) A bug lamp; (D) A colored lamp as defined at 42 U.S.C. 6291(30); (E) An infrared lamp; (F) A left hand thread lamp; (G) A marine lamp; (H) A marine signal service lamp; (I) A mine service lamp; (J) A plant light lamp; (K) A rough service lamp as defined at 42 U.S.C. 6291(30); (L) A shatter resistant lamp (including a shatter-proof lamp and a shatter-protected lamp); (M) A sign service lamp; (N) A silver bowl lamp; (O) A showcase lamp; (P) A traffic signal lamp; (Q) A vibration service lamp as defined at 42 U.S.C. 6291(30); (R) A G shape lamp as defined at 42 U.S.C. 6291(30)(D)(ii)(XX); (S) A T shape lamp as defined at 42 U.S.C. 6291(30)(D)(ii)(XXI); or (T) A B, BA, CA, F, G16-1/2, G-25, G-30, S, or M-14 lamp as defined at 42 U.S.C. 6291(30)(D)(ii)(XXII). (4) Incandescent reflector lamp (5) Tungsten halogen lamp (f) Light emitting diode (LED) (1) The infrared region; (2) The visible region; or (3) The ultraviolet region. (g) Organic light emitting diode (OLED) (h) General service light-emitting diode (LED or OLED) lamp (1) Is a consumer product; (2) Is intended for general service applications; (3) Has a medium screw base; (4) Has a lumen range of not less than 310 lumens and not more than 2,600 lumens; and (5) Is capable of being operated at a voltage range at least partially within 110 and 130 volts. (i) Metal halide lamp fixture (1) Metal halide ballast (2) Metal halide lamp (j) Specialty consumer lamp (1) Any lamp that: (i) Is not included under the definition of general service lamp in this part; (ii) Has a lumen range between 310 lumens and no more than 2,600 lumens or a rated wattage between 30 and 199; (iii) Has one of the following bases: (A) A medium screw base; (B) A candelabra screw base; (C) A GU-10 base; or (D) A GU-24 base; and (iv) Is capable of being operated at a voltage range at least partially within 110 and 130 volts. (2) Inclusions: The term specialty consumer lamp (i) Vibration-service lamps as defined at 42 U.S.C. 6291(30)(AA); (ii) Rough service lamps as defined at 42 U.S.C. 6291(30)(X); (iii) Appliance lamps as defined at 42 U.S.C. 6291(30)(T); and (iv) Shatter resistant lamps (including a shatter proof lamp and a shatter protected lamp) as defined in 42 U.S.C. 6291(30)(Z). (3) Exclusions: The term specialty consumer lamp (i) A black light lamp; (ii) A bug lamp; (iii) A colored lamp; (iv) An infrared lamp; (v) A left-hand thread lamp; (vi) A marine lamp; (vii) A marine signal service lamp; (viii) A mine service lamp; (ix) A sign service lamp; (x) A silver bowl lamp; (xi) A showcase lamp; (xii) A traffic signal lamp; (xiii) A G-shape lamp with diameter of 5 inches or more; (xiv) A C7, M-14, P, RP, S, or T shape lamp; (xv) A intermediate screw-base lamp; and (xvi) A plant light lamp. [84 FR 58030, Oct. 30, 2019] § 305.6 Description of plumbing products. (a) Showerhead (b) Faucet (c) Water closet (d) Urinal [84 FR 58032, Oct. 30, 2019] § 305.7 Prohibited acts. (a) It shall be unlawful and subject to the enforcement penalties of section 333 of the Act, as adjusted for inflation pursuant to § 1.98 of this chapter, for each unit of any new covered product to which the part applies: (1) For any manufacturer or private labeler knowingly to distribute in commerce any new covered product unless such covered product is marked and/or labeled in accordance with this part with a marking, label, hang tag, or energy fact sheet which conforms to the provisions of the Act and this part. (2) For any manufacturer, distributor, retailer, or private labeler knowingly to remove or render illegible any marking or label required to be provided with such product by this part. (3) For any manufacturer or private labeler knowingly to distribute in commerce any new covered product, if there is not included (i) on the label, (ii) separately attached to the product, or (iii) shipped with the product, additional information relating to energy consumption or energy efficiency which conforms to the requirements in this part. (b) Subject to enforcement penalties assessed per model per day of violation pursuant to 42 U.S.C. 6303 and adjusted for inflation by § 1.98 of this chapter, it shall be unlawful for any manufacturer or private labeler knowingly to: (1) Refuse a request by the Commission or its designated representative for access to, or copying of, records required to be supplied under this part. (2) Refuse to make reports or provide upon request by the Commission or its designated representative any information required to be supplied under this part. (3) Refuse upon request by the Commission or its designated representative to permit a representative designated by the Commission to observe any testing required by this part while such testing is being conducted or to inspect the results of such testing. This section shall not limit the Commission from requiring additional testing under this part. (4) Refuse, when requested by the Commission or its designated representative, to supply at the manufacturer's expense, no more than two of each model of each covered product to any laboratory designated by the Commission for the purpose of ascertaining whether the information in catalogs or set out on the label or marked on the product as required by this part is accurate. This action will be taken only after review of a manufacturer's testing records and an opportunity to revalidate test data has been extended to the manufacturer. (5) Distribute in commerce any catalog containing a listing for a covered product without the information required by § 305.27 of this part. This subsection shall also apply to distributors and retailers. (6) Fail to make a label for a covered product available on a publicly accessible Web site in accordance with § 305.9. This provision applies only to manufacturers. (c) Pursuant to section 333(c) of the Act, it shall be an unfair or deceptive act or practice in violation of section 5(a)(1) of the Federal Trade Commission Act (15 U.S.C. 45(a)(1)) for any manufacturer, distributor, retailer, or private labeler in or affecting commerce to display or distribute at point of sale any printed material applicable to a covered product under this rule if such printed material does not contain the information required by § 305.26. This requirement does not apply to any broadcast advertisement or to any advertisement in a newspaper, magazine, or other periodical. (d)(1) It shall be an unfair or deceptive act or practice in violation of section 5(a)(1) of the Federal Trade Commission Act, 15 U.S.C. 45(a)(1), for any manufacturer, distributor, retailer or private labeler to make any representation in or affecting commerce, in writing (including a representation on a label) or in any broadcast advertisement, with respect to the energy use or efficiency or, in the case of showerheads, faucets, water closets, and urinals, water use of a covered product to which a test procedure is applicable under section 323 of the Act, 42 U.S.C. 6293, or the cost of energy consumed by such product, unless such product has been tested in accordance with such test procedure and such representation fairly discloses the results of such testing. (2) Effective 180 days after an amended or new test procedure applicable to a covered product is prescribed or established under section 323(b) of the Act, 42 U.S.C. 6293(b), it shall be an unfair or deceptive act or practice in violation of section 5(a)(1) of the Federal Trade Commission Act, 15 U.S.C. 45(a)(1), for any manufacturer, distributor, retailer or private labeler to make any representation in or affecting commerce, in writing (including a representation on a label) or in any broadcast advertisement, with respect to the energy use or efficiency or, in the case of showerheads, faucets, water closets and urinals, water use of such product, or cost of energy consumed by such product, unless the product has been tested in accordance with such amended or new test procedures and such representation fairly discloses the results of such testing. This requirement is not limited to consumer appliance products covered by the labeling requirements of this part. (e) This part shall not apply to: (1) Any covered product if it is manufactured, imported, sold, or held for sale for export from the United States, so long as such product is not in fact distributed in commerce for use in the United States, and such covered product or the container thereof bears a stamp or label stating that such covered product is intended for export. (2) Televisions manufactured before May 10, 2011. (3) The requirements of this part shall not apply to any portable air conditioner produced before October 1, 2022. (f) As used in paragraphs (a) and (b) of this section, the term knowingly (1) The having of actual knowledge, or (2) The presumed having of knowledge deemed to be possessed by a reasonable person who acts in the circumstances, including knowledge obtainable upon the exercise of due care. [52 FR 46894, Dec. 10, 1987, as amended at 54 FR 28035, July 5, 1989; 58 FR 54964, Oct. 25, 1993; 59 FR 49563, Sept. 28, 1994; 59 FR 67526, Dec. 29, 1994; 61 FR 54549, Oct. 21, 1996; 72 FR 49966, Aug. 29, 2007; 76 FR 1050, Jan. 6, 2011; 78 FR 2207, Jan. 10, 2013. Redesignated at 84 FR 58029, Oct. 30, 2019, as amended at 84 FR 58032, Oct. 30, 2019; 86 FR 9282, Feb. 12, 2021] Testing § 305.8 Determinations of estimated annual energy consumption, estimated annual operating cost, and energy efficiency rating, water use rate, and other required disclosure content. (a) Unless otherwise stated in paragraphs (b) and (c) of this section, the content of any disclosures required by this part must be determined in accordance with the testing and sampling provisions required by the Department of Energy as set forth in subpart B to 10 CFR part 430, 10 CFR part 431, and 10 CFR 429.11. (b) For any representations required by this part but not subject to Department of Energy requirements and not otherwise specified in this section, manufacturers and private labelers of any covered product must possess and rely upon a reasonable basis consisting of competent and reliable scientific tests and procedures substantiating the representation. (c) Representations for ceiling fans under § 305.21 and televisions under § 305.25 must be derived from applicable procedures in 10 CFR parts 429, 430, and 431. [78 FR 2207, Jan. 10, 2013, as amended at 79 FR 19467, Apr. 9, 2014; 83 FR 7596, Feb. 22, 2018. Redesignated at 84 FR 58029, Oct. 30, 2019, as amended at 84 FR 58032, Oct. 30, 2019] § 305.9 Duty to provide labels on websites. For each covered product required by this part to bear an EnergyGuide or Lighting Facts label, the manufacturer must make a copy of the label available on a publicly accessible website in a manner that allows catalog sellers to hyperlink to the label or download it for use in websites or paper catalogs. The label for each specific model must remain on the website for six months after production of that model ceases. [84 FR 58032, Oct. 30, 2019] § 305.10 Determinations of capacity. The capacity of covered products shall be determined as follows: (a) Refrigerators and refrigerator-freezers. (b) Freezers. (c) Dishwashers. (d) Water heaters. (e) Pool heaters. (f) Room air conditioners and portable air conditioners. (g) Clothes washers. (h) Furnaces. (i) Central air conditioners, cooling. (j) Central air conditioners, heating. (k) Fluorescent lamp ballasts. (l) Ceiling fans. [59 FR 34033, July 1, 1994, as amended at 59 FR 49564, Sept. 28, 1994; 70 FR 3875, Jan. 27, 2005; 73 FR 63067, Oct. 23, 2008; 78 FR 43981, July 23, 2013; 79 FR 77870, Dec. 29, 2014; 80 FR 67299, Nov. 2, 2015; 81 FR 7202, Feb. 11, 2016; 81 FR 63646, Sept. 15, 2016; 83 FR 7596, Feb. 22, 2018. Redesignated at 84 FR 58029, Oct. 30, 2019; 86 FR 9282, Feb. 12, 2021; 87 FR 61467, Oct. 12, 2022] § 305.11 Submission of data. (a)(1) Except as provided in paragraphs (a)(2) through (4) of this section, each manufacturer of a covered product subject to the disclosure requirements of this part and subject to Department of Energy certification requirements in 10 CFR part 429 shall submit annually a report for each model in current production containing the same information that must be submitted to the Department of Energy pursuant to 10 CFR part 429 for that product, and that the Department has identified as public information pursuant to 10 CFR part 429. In lieu of submitting the required information to the Commission as required by this section, manufacturers may submit such information to the Department of Energy via the CCMS at https://regulations.doe.gov/ccms (2) Manufacturers of ceiling fans shall submit annually a report containing the brand name, model number, diameter (in inches), wattage excluding any lights, airflow (capacity) for each basic model in current production, and starting serial number, date code or other means of identifying the date of manufacture with the first submission for each basic model. In lieu of submitting the required information to the Commission as required by this section, manufacturers may submit such information to the Department of Energy via the Compliance and Certification Management System (CCMS) at https://regulations.doe.gov/ccms (3) Manufacturers of televisions shall submit annually a report containing the brand name; model number; screen size (diagonal in inches); power (in watts) consumed in on mode, standby-passive mode, in standby-active mode, low mode, and off mode; and annual energy consumption (kWh/year) for each basic model in current production. The report should also include a starting serial number, date code, or other means of identifying the date of manufacture with the first submission for each basic model. In lieu of submitting the required information to the Commission as required by this section, manufacturers may submit such information to the Department of Energy via the Compliance and Certification Management System (CCMS) at https://regulations.doe.gov/ccms (4) This section does not require reports for general service light-emitting diode (LED or OLED) lamps or specialty consumer lamps. (5) Manufacturers must submit a website address for the online EnergyGuide labels covered by § 305.9 in new model and annual reports required by this section. Manufacturers may accomplish this by either submitting a specific link to a URL for each label, a link to a PDF download for each label, or a link to a website that takes users directly to a searchable database of the covered labels from which the label image or download may be accessed using the model number as certified to DOE pursuant to 10 CFR part 429 and the model number advertised in product literature. Such label information must be submitted either at the time the model is certified to DOE pursuant to 10 CFR part 429 or at some time on or before the annual report date immediately following such certification. In lieu of submitting the required information to the Commission, manufacturers may submit such information to the Department of Energy via the CCMS at https://regulations.doe.gov/ccms (b)(1) All data required by paragraph (a) of this section except serial numbers shall be submitted to the Commission annually, on or before the following dates: Table 1 to § 305.11( b Product category Deadline Refrigerators Aug. 1. Refrigerators-freezers Aug. 1. Freezers Aug. 1. Central air conditioners July 1. Heat pumps July 1. Dishwashers June 1. Water heaters May 1. Room air conditioners July 1. Portable air conditioners Feb. 1. Furnaces May 1. Pool heaters May 1. Clothes washers Oct. 1. Fluorescent lamp ballasts Mar. 1. Showerheads Mar. 1. Faucets Mar. 1. Water closets Mar. 1. Ceiling fans Mar. 1. Urinals Mar. 1. Metal halide lamp fixtures Sept. 1. General service fluorescent lamps Mar. 1. Medium base compact fluorescent lamps Mar. 1. General service incandescent lamps Mar. 1. Televisions June 1. (2) All revisions to such data (both additions to and deletions from the preceding data) shall be submitted to the Commission as part of the next annual report period. (c) All information required by paragraphs (a)(1) through (3) of this section must be submitted for new models prior to any distribution of such model. Models subject to design or retrofit alterations which change the data contained in any annual report shall be reported in the manner required for new models. Models which are discontinued shall be reported in the next annual report. [52 FR 46894, Dec. 10, 1987. Redesignated and amended at 84 FR 58029, 58032, Oct. 30, 2019] Editorial Note: For Federal Register www.govinfo.gov. § 305.12 Ranges of comparability on the required labels. (a) Range of estimated annual energy costs or energy efficiency ratings. Federal Register (b) Representative average unit energy cost. Federal Register (c) Operating costs or efficiency ratings outside current range. (1) Omit placement of such product on the scale appearing on the label, and (2) Add one of the two sentences below, as appropriate, in the space just below the scale on the label, as follows: The estimated yearly energy cost of this model was not available at the time the range was published. The energy efficiency rating of this model was not available at the time the range was published. (3) For refrigerator and refrigerator-freezer labels: (i) If the model's energy cost falls outside of either or both ranges on the label, include the language in paragraph (c)(2) of this section. (ii) If the model's energy cost only falls outside of the range for models with similar features, but is within the range for all models, include the product on the scale and place a triangle below the dollar value. (iii) If the model's energy cost falls outside of both ranges of comparability, omit the triangle beneath the yearly operating cost value. [72 FR 49967, Aug. 29, 2007, as amended at 73 FR 63067, Oct. 23, 2008; 76 FR 1050, Jan. 6, 2011; 78 FR 43981, July 23, 2013; 81 FR 7202, Feb. 11, 2016; 83 FR 7596, Feb. 22, 2018. Redesignated at 84 FR 58029, Oct. 30, 2019, as amended at 84 FR 58032, Oct. 30, 2019; 87 FR 61467, Oct. 12, 2022] § 305.13 Layout, format, and placement of labels for refrigerators, refrigerator-freezers, freezers, dishwashers, clothes washers, water heaters, room air conditioners, portable air conditioners, and pool heaters. (a) Coverage. (b) Layout. 1/4 1/2 3/8 5/8 (c) Type style and setting. (d) Colors. (e) Label types. (1) Adhesive labels. (2) Hang tags. 1/2 1/2 (3) Package labels for certain products. (f) Placement Adhesive labels. (2) Hang tags. [84 FR 58032, Oct. 30, 2019, as amended at 86 FR 9282, Feb. 12, 2021] § 305.14 Label content for refrigerators, refrigerator-freezers, and freezers. (a) Label content. (2) Name of manufacturer or private labeler shall, in the case of a corporation, be deemed to be satisfied only by the actual corporate name, which may be preceded or followed by the name of the particular division of the corporation. In the case of an individual, partnership, or association, the name under which the business is conducted shall be used. Inclusion of the name of the manufacturer or private labeler is optional at the discretion of the manufacturer or private labeler. (3) Model number(s) will be the designation given by the manufacturer or private labeler. (4) Capacity or size is that determined in accordance with this part. The capacity provided on the label shall be the model's total refrigerated volume (VT) as determined in accordance with this part and the model description must be consistent with the categories described in Appendices A and B to this part. (5) Unless otherwise indicated in this paragraph, estimated annual operating costs must be determined in accordance with this part. Labels for dual-mode refrigerator-freezers that can operate as either a refrigerator or a freezer must reflect the estimated energy cost of the model's most energy intensive configuration. (6) Unless otherwise indicated in this paragraph, ranges of comparability for estimated annual operating costs are found in the appropriate appendices accompanying this part. (7) Placement of the labeled product on the scale shall be proportionate to the lowest and highest estimated annual operating costs. (8) Labels must contain the model's estimated annual energy consumption as determined in accordance with this part and as indicated on the sample labels in appendix L. (9) Labels must contain statements as illustrated in the prototype labels in appendix L and specified as follows by product type: (i) Labels for refrigerators, refrigerator-freezers, and freezers shall contain the text and graphics illustrated in sample labels of appendix L, including the statement: Compare ONLY to other labels with yellow numbers. Labels with yellow numbers are based on the same test procedures. (ii) Labels for refrigerators and refrigerator-freezers must contain a statement as illustrated in the prototype labels in appendix L and specified as follows (fill in the blanks with the appropriate energy cost figure): Your cost will depend on your utility rates and use. Both cost ranges based on models of similar size capacity. [Insert statement required by paragraph (a)(9)(iii) of this section]. Estimated energy cost based on a national average electricity cost of ____ cents per kWh. ftc.gov/energy. (iii) Labels for refrigerators and refrigerator-freezers shall include the following as part of the statement required by paragraph (a)(9)(ii) of this section: (A) For models covered under appendix A1 to this part, the sentence shall read: Models with similar features have automatic defrost and no freezer. (B) For models covered under appendix A2 to this part, the sentence shall read: Models with similar features have manual defrost. (C) For models covered under appendix A3 to this part, the sentence shall read: Models with similar features have partial automatic defrost. (D) For models covered under appendix A4 to this part, the sentence shall read: Models with similar features have automatic defrost, top-mounted freezer, and no through-the-door ice. (E) For models covered under appendix A5 to this part, the sentence shall read: Models with similar features have automatic defrost, side-mounted freezer, and no through-the-door ice. (F) For models covered under appendix A6 to this part, the sentence shall read: Models with similar features have automatic defrost, bottom-mounted freezer, and no through-the-door ice. (G) For models covered under appendix A7 to this part, the sentence shall read: Models with similar features have automatic defrost, bottom-mounted freezer and through-the-door ice. (H) For models covered under appendix A8 to this part, the sentence shall read: Models with similar features have automatic defrost, side-mounted freezer, and through-the-door ice. (iv) Labels for freezers must contain a statement as illustrated in the prototype labels in appendix L and specified as follows (fill in the blanks with the appropriate energy cost figure): Your cost will depend on your utility rates and use. [Insert statement required by paragraph (a)(10)(v) of this section]. Estimated energy cost based on a national average electricity cost of ____cents per kWh. ftc.gov/energy. (v) For freezers, the following sentence shall be included as part of the statement required by paragraph (a)(9)(iv) of this section: (A) For models covered under appendix B1 to this part, the sentence shall read: Cost range based only on upright freezer models of similar capacity with manual defrost. (B) For models covered under appendix B2 to this part, the sentence shall read: Cost range based only on upright freezer models of similar capacity with automatic defrost. (C) For models covered under appendix B3 to this part, the sentence shall read: Cost range based only on chest and other freezer models of similar capacity. (10) The following statement shall appear on each label as illustrated in the prototype and sample labels in appendix L to this part: Federal law prohibits removal of this label before consumer purchase. (b) Additional information. (1) A part or publication number identification may be included on this label, as desired by the manufacturer. If a manufacturer elects to use a part or publication number, it must appear in the lower right-hand corner of the label and be set in 12-point type or smaller. (2) The energy use disclosure labels required by the governments of Canada or Mexico may appear directly adjoining this label, as desired by the manufacturer. (3) The manufacturer or private labeler may include the ENERGY STAR logo on the bottom right corner of the label for certified products. The logo must be 1 inch by 1 inch in size. Only manufacturers that have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Department of Energy or the Environmental Protection Agency may add the ENERGY STAR logo to labels on certified covered products; such manufacturers may add the ENERGY STAR logo to labels only on those covered products that are contemplated by the Memorandum of Understanding. [84 FR 58033, Oct. 30, 2019] § 305.15 Label content for clothes washers. (a) Label content. (2) Name of manufacturer or private labeler shall, in the case of a corporation, be deemed to be satisfied only by the actual corporate name, which may be preceded or followed by the name of the particular division of the corporation. In the case of an individual, partnership, or association, the name under which the business is conducted shall be used. Inclusion of the name of the manufacturer or private labeler is optional at the discretion of the manufacturer or private labeler. (3) Model number(s) will be the designation given by the manufacturer or private labeler. (4) Capacity or size is that determined in accordance with this part. (5) Estimated annual operating costs are as determined in accordance with this part. Labels must disclose estimated annual operating cost for both electricity and natural gas as illustrated in the sample labels in appendix L to this part. (6) Unless otherwise indicated in this paragraph, ranges of comparability for estimated annual operating costs are found in the appropriate appendices accompanying this part. (7) Placement of the labeled product on the scale shall be proportionate to the lowest and highest estimated annual operating costs. (8) Labels must contain the model's estimated annual energy consumption as determined in accordance with this part and as indicated on the sample labels in appendix L. (9) The label shall contain the text and graphics illustrated in the sample labels in appendix L, including the statement: Compare ONLY to other labels with yellow numbers. Labels with yellow numbers are based on the same test procedures. (10) Labels must contain a statement as illustrated in the prototype labels in appendix L and specified as follows (fill in the blanks with the appropriate capacity and energy cost figures): Your costs will depend on your utility rates and use. Cost range based only on [compact/standard] capacity models. Estimated energy cost is based on six wash loads a week and a national average electricity cost of ____ cents per kWh and natural gas cost of $ ____ per therm. ftc.gov/energy. (11) The following statement shall appear on each label as illustrated in the prototype and sample labels in appendix L: Federal law prohibits removal of this label before consumer purchase. (b) Additional information. (1) A part or publication number identification may be included on this label, as desired by the manufacturer. If a manufacturer elects to use a part or publication number, it must appear in the lower right-hand corner of the label and be set in 12-point type or smaller. (2) The energy use disclosure labels required by the governments of Canada or Mexico may appear directly adjoining this label, as desired by the manufacturer. (3) The manufacturer or private labeler may include the ENERGY STAR logo on the bottom right corner of the label for certified products. The logo must be 1 inch by 1 inch in size. Only manufacturers that have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Department of Energy or the Environmental Protection Agency may add the ENERGY STAR logo to labels on certified covered products; such manufacturers may add the ENERGY STAR logo to labels only on those covered products that are contemplated by the Memorandum of Understanding. [84 FR 58034, Oct. 30, 2019] § 305.16 Label content for dishwashers. (a) Label content. (2) Name of manufacturer or private labeler shall, in the case of a corporation, be deemed to be satisfied only by the actual corporate name, which may be preceded or followed by the name of the particular division of the corporation. In the case of an individual, partnership, or association, the name under which the business is conducted shall be used. Inclusion of the name of the manufacturer or private labeler is optional at the discretion of the manufacturer or private labeler. (3) Model number(s) will be the designation given by the manufacturer or private labeler. (4) Capacity or size is that determined in accordance with this part. (5) Estimated annual operating costs are as determined in accordance with this part. Labels must disclose estimated annual operating cost for both electricity and natural gas as illustrated in the sample labels in appendix L to this part. (6) Unless otherwise indicated in this paragraph, ranges of comparability for estimated annual operating costs are found in the appropriate appendices accompanying this part. (7) Placement of the labeled product on the scale shall be proportionate to the lowest and highest estimated annual operating costs. (8) Labels must contain the model's estimated annual energy consumption as determined in accordance with this part and as indicated on the sample labels in appendix L. (9) Labels must contain a statement as illustrated in the prototype labels in appendix L and specified as follows (fill in the brackets with the appropriate capacity and the energy cost figures): Your costs will depend on your utility rates and use. Cost range based only on [compact/standard] capacity models. Estimated energy cost is based on four wash loads a week, and a national average electricity cost of [____] cents per kWh and natural gas cost of $[____] per therm. For more information, visit www.ftc.gov/energy. (10) The following statement shall appear on each label as illustrated in the prototype and sample labels in appendix L to this part: Federal law prohibits removal of this label before consumer purchase. (b) Additional information. (1) A part or publication number identification may be included on this label, as desired by the manufacturer. If a manufacturer elects to use a part or publication number, it must appear in the lower right-hand corner of the label and be set in 12-point type or smaller. (2) The energy use disclosure labels required by the governments of Canada or Mexico may appear directly adjoining this label, as desired by the manufacturer. (3) The manufacturer or private labeler may include the ENERGY STAR logo on the bottom right corner of the label for certified products. The logo must be 1 inch by 1 inch in size. Only manufacturers that have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Department of Energy or the Environmental Protection Agency may add the ENERGY STAR logo to labels on certified covered products; such manufacturers may add the ENERGY STAR logo to labels only on those covered products that are contemplated by the Memorandum of Understanding. [84 FR 58035, Oct. 30, 2019] § 305.17 Label content for water heaters. (a) Label content. (2) Name of manufacturer or private labeler shall, in the case of a corporation, be deemed to be satisfied only by the actual corporate name, which may be preceded or followed by the name of the particular division of the corporation. In the case of an individual, partnership, or association, the name under which the business is conducted shall be used. Inclusion of the name of the manufacturer or private labeler is optional at the discretion of the manufacturer or private labeler. (3) Model number(s) will be the designation given by the manufacturer or private labeler. (4) Capacity or size is that determined in accordance with this part. Capacity for storage water heaters shall be presented in both rated storage volume (“tank size (storage capacity)”) and first hour rating as indicated on the sample label in appendix L to this part. (5) Estimated annual operating costs are as determined in accordance with this part. (6) Unless otherwise indicated in this paragraph, ranges of comparability for estimated annual operating costs are found in the appropriate appendices accompanying this part. (7) Placement of the labeled product on the scale shall be proportionate to the lowest and highest estimated annual operating costs. (8) Labels must contain the model's estimated annual energy consumption as determined in accordance with this part and as indicated on the sample labels in appendix L to this part. (9) Labels must contain a statement as illustrated in the prototype labels in appendix L to this part and specified as follows by product type: (i) For water heaters covered by appendices D1, D2, and D3 to this part, the statement will read as follows (fill in the blanks with the appropriate fuel type, and energy cost figures): Your costs will depend on your utility rates and use. Cost range based only on models fueled by [natural gas, oil, propane, or electricity] with a [very small, low, medium, or high] first hour rating [fewer than 18 gallons, 18-50.9 gallons, 51-74.9 gallons, or 75 gallons or more]. Estimated energy cost is based on a national average [electricity, natural gas, propane, or oil] cost of [____ cents per kWh or $____ per therm or gallon]. Estimated yearly energy use: ____ [kWh or therms]. ftc.gov/energy. (ii) For instantaneous water heaters, the statement will read as follows (fill in the blanks with the appropriate model type, and the energy cost figures): Your costs will depend on your utility rates and use. Cost range based only on [electric models or models fueled by natural gas or models fueled by propane] with a [very small, low, medium, or high] gallons per minute rating [0 to 1.6, 1.7 to 2.7, 2.8 to 3.9, or 4.0 or more]. Estimated energy cost is based on a national average [electricity, natural gas, or propane] cost of [____ cents per kWh or $____ per therm or gallon]. Estimated yearly energy use: ____ [kWh or therms]. ftc.gov/energy. (10) The following statement shall appear on each label as illustrated in the prototype and sample labels in appendix L: Federal law prohibits removal of this label before consumer purchase. (b) Additional information. (1) A part or publication number identification may be included on this label, as desired by the manufacturer. If a manufacturer elects to use a part or publication number, it must appear in the lower right-hand corner of the label and be set in 12-point type or smaller. (2) The energy use disclosure labels required by the governments of Canada or Mexico may appear directly adjoining this label, as desired by the manufacturer. (3) The manufacturer or private labeler may include the ENERGY STAR logo on the bottom right corner of the label for certified products. The logo must be 1 inch by 1 inch in size. Only manufacturers that have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Department of Energy or the Environmental Protection Agency may add the ENERGY STAR logo to labels on certified covered products; such manufacturers may add the ENERGY STAR logo to labels only on those covered products that are contemplated by the Memorandum of Understanding. [84 FR 58035, Oct. 30, 2019, as amended at 88 FR 1139, Jan. 9, 2023] § 305.18 Label content for room air conditioners and portable air conditioners. (a) Label content. (2) Name of manufacturer or private labeler shall, in the case of a corporation, be deemed to be satisfied only by the actual corporate name, which may be preceded or followed by the name of the particular division of the corporation. In the case of an individual, partnership, or association, the name under which the business is conducted shall be used. Inclusion of the name of the manufacturer or private labeler is optional at the discretion of the manufacturer or private labeler. (3) Model number(s) will be the designation given by the manufacturer or private labeler. (4) Capacity or size is that determined in accordance with this part. (5) Estimated annual operating costs are as determined in accordance with this part. (6) Unless otherwise indicated in this paragraph, ranges of comparability for estimated annual operating costs are found in the appropriate appendices accompanying this part. (7) Placement of the labeled product on the scale shall be proportionate to the lowest and highest estimated annual operating costs. (8) Labels must contain the model's estimated annual energy consumption as determined in accordance with this part and as indicated on the sample labels in appendix L. Labels must contain the model's energy efficiency rating, as applicable, as determined in accordance with this part and as indicated on the sample labels in appendix L to this part. (9) Labels must contain a statement as illustrated in the prototype labels in appendix L of this part and specified as follows (fill in the blanks with the appropriate model type, year, energy type, and energy cost figure): Your costs will depend on your utility rates and use. Cost range based only on models [of similar capacity; of similar capacity without reverse cycle and with louvered sides; of similar capacity without reverse cycle and without louvered sides; with reverse cycle and with louvered sides; or with reverse cycle and without louvered sides]. Estimated annual energy cost is based on a national average electricity cost of ____ cents per kWh and a seasonal use of 8 hours use per day over a 3-month period. For more information, visit www.ftc.gov/energy. (10) The following statement shall appear on each label as illustrated in the prototype and sample labels in appendix L: Federal law prohibits removal of this label before consumer purchase. (b) Additional information. (1) A part or publication number identification may be included on this label, as desired by the manufacturer. If a manufacturer elects to use a part or publication number, it must appear in the lower right-hand corner of the label and be set in 12-point type or smaller. (2) The energy use disclosure labels required by the governments of Canada or Mexico may appear directly adjoining this label, as desired by the manufacturer. (3) The manufacturer or private labeler may include the ENERGY STAR logo on the bottom right corner of the label for certified products. The logo must be 1 inch by 1 inch in size. Only manufacturers that have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Department of Energy or the Environmental Protection Agency may add the ENERGY STAR logo to labels on certified covered products; such manufacturers may add the ENERGY STAR logo to labels only on those covered products that are contemplated by the Memorandum of Understanding. [84 FR 58036, Oct. 30, 2019, as amended at 86 FR 9282, Feb. 12, 2021] § 305.19 Label content for pool heaters. (a) Label content. (2) Name of manufacturer or private labeler shall, in the case of a corporation, be deemed to be satisfied only by the actual corporate name, which may be preceded or followed by the name of the particular division of the corporation. In the case of an individual, partnership, or association, the name under which the business is conducted shall be used. Inclusion of the name of the manufacturer or private labeler is optional at the discretion of the manufacturer or private labeler. (3) Model number(s) will be the designation given by the manufacturer or private labeler. (4) Capacity or size is that determined in accordance with this part. (5) Thermal efficiencies are as determined in accordance with this part. (6) Unless otherwise indicated in this paragraph, ranges of comparability for thermal efficiencies are found in the appropriate appendices accompanying this part. (7) Placement of the labeled product on the scale shall be proportionate to the lowest and highest thermal efficiencies. (8) Labels must contain the model's energy efficiency rating or thermal efficiency, as applicable, as determined in accordance with this part and as indicated on the sample labels in appendix L to this part. (9) Labels must contain a statement as illustrated in the prototype labels in appendix L and specified as follows: Efficiency range based only on models fueled by [natural gas or oil]. For more information, visit www.ftc.gov/energy. (10) The following statement shall appear on each label as illustrated in the prototype and sample labels in appendix L to this part: Federal law prohibits removal of this label before consumer purchase. (b) Additional information. (1) A part or publication number identification may be included on this label, as desired by the manufacturer. If a manufacturer elects to use a part or publication number, it must appear in the lower right-hand corner of the label and be set in 12-point type or smaller. (2) The energy use disclosure labels required by the governments of Canada or Mexico may appear directly adjoining this label, as desired by the manufacturer. (3) The manufacturer or private labeler may include the ENERGY STAR logo on the bottom right corner of the label for certified products. The logo must be 1 inch by 1 inch in size. Only manufacturers that have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Department of Energy or the Environmental Protection Agency may add the ENERGY STAR logo to labels on certified covered products; such manufacturers may add the ENERGY STAR logo to labels only on those covered products that are contemplated by the Memorandum of Understanding. [84 FR 58036, Oct. 30, 2019] Required Disclosures § 305.20 Labeling for central air conditioners, heat pumps, and furnaces. (a) Layout. 1/4 1/2 3/8 5/8 (b) Type style and setting. (c) Colors. (d) Label type. (e) Placement. (2) In addition to the requirements of paragraph (e)(1), for split-system and single-package central air conditioners, and all non-weatherized and mobile home furnaces manufactured on or after the compliance date of regional efficiency standards issued by the Department of Energy for those products in 10 CFR part 430, manufacturers shall affix labels to covered product packages or the products themselves in positions that allow persons examining the packaged products to read the labels easily. Labels on packaging must be affixed via adhesive or another means sufficient to prevent their dislodgment during normal handling throughout the chain of distribution to the retailer or consumer. Labels for split-system central air conditioners should be affixed to condensing units' packages or condensing units consistent with this paragraph. (f) Content of furnace labels: Content of labels for non-weatherized furnaces, weatherized furnaces, mobile home furnaces, electric furnaces, and boilers. (2) Name of manufacturer or private labeler shall, in the case of a corporation, be deemed to be satisfied only by the actual corporate name, which may be preceded or followed by the name of the particular division of the corporation. In the case of an individual, partnership, or association, the name under which the business is conducted shall be used. Inclusion of the name of the manufacturer or private labeler is optional at the discretion of the manufacturer or private labeler. (3) The model's basic model number. The label may include multiple model numbers on a single label for models as long as the models share the same efficiency ratings and capacities and the presentation of such information is clear and prominent. (4) The model's capacity. Inclusion of capacity is optional at the discretion of the manufacturer or private labeler. (5) The annual fuel utilization efficiency (AFUE) for furnace models as determined in accordance with this part. (6) Ranges of comparability consisting of the lowest and highest annual fuel utilization efficiency (AFUE) ratings for all furnaces of the model's type consistent with the sample labels in appendix L. (7) Placement of the labeled product on the scale shall be proportionate to the lowest and highest annual fuel utilization efficiency ratings forming the scale. (8) The following statement shall appear in bold print on furnace labels adjacent to the range(s) as illustrated in the sample labels in appendix L: For energy cost info, visit productinfo.energy.gov. (9) The following statement shall appear at the top of the label as illustrated in the sample labels in appendix L to this part: Federal law prohibits removal of this label before consumer purchase. (10) No marks or information other than that specified in this part shall appear on or directly adjoining this label except that: (i) A part or publication number identification may be included on this label, as desired by the manufacturer. If a manufacturer elects to use a part or publication number, it must appear in the lower right-hand corner of the label and be set in 12-point type or smaller. (ii) The energy use disclosure labels required by the governments of Canada or Mexico may appear directly adjoining this label, as desired by the manufacturer. (iii) The manufacturer may include the ENERGY STAR logo on the label for certified products in a location consistent with the sample labels in appendix L to this part. The logo must be no larger than 1 inch by 3 inches in size. Only manufacturers that have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Department of Energy or the Environmental Protection Agency may add the ENERGY STAR logo to labels on qualifying covered products; such manufacturers may add the ENERGY STAR logo to labels only on those covered products that are contemplated by the Memorandum of Understanding. (11) Manufacturers of boilers shipped with more than one input nozzle to be installed in the field must label such boilers with the AFUE of the system when it is set up with the nozzle that results in the lowest AFUE rating. (12) Manufacturers that ship out boilers that may be set up as either steam or hot water units must label the boilers with the AFUE rating derived by conducting the required test on the boiler as a hot water unit. (13) Manufacturers of oil furnaces must label their products with the AFUE rating associated with the furnace's input capacity set by the manufacturer at shipment. The oil furnace label may also contain a chart, as illustrated in sample label 9B in appendix L to this part, indicating the efficiency rating at up to three additional input capacities offered by the manufacturer. Consistent with paragraph (f)(10)(iii) of this section, labels for oil furnaces may include the ENERGY STAR logo only if the model qualifies for that program on all input capacities displayed on the label. (14) Manufacturers of models that qualify as both furnaces and central air conditioners or heat pumps under DOE requirements may combine the disclosures required by this section on one label for models that meet all applicable DOE regional efficiency standards. (g) Content of central air conditioner labels: Content of labels for central air conditioners and heat pumps. (2) Name of manufacturer or private labeler shall, in the case of a corporation, be deemed to be satisfied only by the actual corporate name, which may be preceded or followed by the name of the particular division of the corporation. In the case of an individual, partnership, or association, the name under which the business is conducted shall be used. Inclusion of the name of the manufacturer or private labeler is optional at the discretion of the manufacturer or private labeler. (3) The model's basic model number. The label may include multiple model numbers on a single label for models as long as the models share the same efficiency ratings and capacities and the presentation of such information is clear and prominent. (4) The model's capacity. Inclusion of capacity is optional at the discretion of the manufacturer or private labeler for all models except split-system labels, which may not disclose capacity. (5) The seasonal energy efficiency ratio 2 (SEER2) for the cooling function of central air conditioners as determined in accordance with this part. For the heating function, the heating seasonal performance factor 2 (HSPF2) shall be calculated for heating Region IV for the standardized design heating requirement nearest the capacity measured in the High Temperature Test in accordance with this part. In addition, as illustrated in the sample labels in appendix L to this part, the ratings for any split-system air conditioner condenser evaporator coil combinations shall be the minimum rating of all condenser-evaporator coil combinations certified to the Department of Energy pursuant to 10 CFR part 430. The ratings for any split-system heat pump condenser-evaporator coil combinations shall include the low and high ratings of all condenser-evaporator coil combinations certified to the Department of Energy pursuant to 10 CFR part 430. (6)(i) Each cooling-only central air conditioner label shall contain a range of comparability consisting of the lowest and highest SEER2 for all cooling-only central air conditioners consistent with sample label 7 in appendix L to this part. (ii) Each heat pump label, except as noted in paragraph (g)(6)(iii) of this section, shall contain two ranges of comparability. The first range shall consist of the lowest and highest seasonal energy efficiency ratios for the cooling side of all heat pumps consistent with sample label 8 in appendix L to this part. The second range shall consist of the lowest and highest heating seasonal performance factors for the heating side of all heat pumps consistent with sample label 8 in appendix L to this part. (iii) Each heating-only heat pump label shall contain a range of comparability consisting of the lowest and highest heating seasonal performance factors for all heating-only heat pumps following the format of sample label 8 in appendix L to this part. (7) Placement of the labeled product on the scale shall be proportionate to the lowest and highest efficiency ratings forming the scale. (8) The following statement shall appear on the label in bold print as indicated in the sample labels in appendix L to this part. For energy cost info, visit productinfo.energy.gov. (9) All labels on split-system condenser units must contain one of the following three statements: (i) For labels disclosing only the seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio 2 for cooling, the statement should read: * Your air conditioner's efficiency rating may be better depending on the coil your contractor installs. (ii) For labels disclosing both the seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio 2 for cooling and the heating seasonal performance factor 2 for heating, the statement should read: This system's efficiency ratings depend on the coil your contractor installs with this unit. The heating efficiency rating varies slightly in different geographic regions. Ask your contractor for details. (iii) For labels disclosing only the heating seasonal performance factor 2 for heating, the statement should read: This system's efficiency rating depends on the coil your contractor installs with this unit. The efficiency rating varies slightly in different geographic regions. Ask your contractor for details. (10) The following statement shall appear at the top of the label as illustrated in the sample labels in appendix L of this part: Federal law prohibits removal of this label before consumer purchase. (11) For any single-package air conditioner with a minimum Energy Efficiency Ratio 2 (EER2) of at least 10.6, any split system central air conditioner with a rated cooling capacity of at least 45,000 Btu/h and minimum efficiency ratings of at least 13.8 SEER2 and 11.2 EER2 or at least 15.2 SEER2 and 9.8 EER2, and any split-system central air conditioners with a rated cooling capacity less than 45,000 Btu/h and minimum efficiency ratings of at least 14.3 SEER2 and 11.7 EER2 or at least 15.2 SEER2 and 9.8 EER2, the label must contain the following regional standards information: (i) A statement that reads: Notice Federal law allows this unit to be installed in all U.S. states and territories. (ii) For split systems, a statement that reads: Energy Efficiency Ratio 2 (EER2): The installed system's minimum EER2 is ____. (iii) For single-package air conditioners, a statement that reads: Energy Efficiency Ratio 2 (EER2): This model's EER2 is [____]. (12) For any split system central air conditioner with a rated cooling capacity of at least 45,000 Btu/h and minimum efficiency ratings of at least 13.8 SEER2 but lower than 11.2 EER2 or at least 15.2 SEER2 but lower than 9.8 EER2, and any split-system central air conditioners with a rated cooling capacity less than 45,000 Btu/h and minimum efficiency ratings of at least 14.3 SEER2 but lower than 11.7 EER2 or at least 15.2 SEER2 but lower than 9.8 EER2, the label must contain the following regional standards information: (i) A statement that reads: Notice Federal law allows this unit to be installed only in: AK, AL, AR, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IA, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, ME, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WV, WI, WY and U.S. territories. Federal law prohibits installation of this unit in other states. (ii) A map appropriate for the model and accompanying text as illustrated in the sample label 7 in appendix L of this part. (iii) A statement that reads: Energy Efficiency Ratio 2 (EER2): The installed system's minimum EER2 is ____. (13) For any split system central air conditioner with a rated cooling capacity of at least 45,000 Btu/h and a minimum rated efficiency rating less than 13.8 SEER2, and any split-system central air conditioners with a rated cooling capacity less than 45,000 Btu/h and minimum efficiency ratings of less than 14.3 SEER2, the label must contain the following regional standards information: (i) A statement that reads: Notice Federal law allows this unit to be installed only in: AK, CO, CT, ID, IL, IA, IN, KS, MA, ME, MI, MN, MO, MT, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, RI, SD, UT, VT, WA, WV, WI, and WY. Federal law prohibits installation of this unit in other states. (ii) A map appropriate for the model and accompanying text as illustrated in the sample label 7 in appendix L of this part. (iii) A statement that reads: Energy Efficiency Ratio 2 (EER2): The installed system's minimum EER2 is ____. (14) For any single-package air conditioner with a minimum EER2 below 10.6, the label must contain the following regional standards information: (i) A statement that reads: Notice Federal law allows this unit to be installed only in: AK, AL, AR, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IA, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, ME, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WV, WI, WY and U.S. territories. Federal law prohibits installation of this unit in other states. (ii) A map appropriate for the model and accompanying text as illustrated in the sample label 7 in appendix L of this part. (15) No marks or information other than that specified in this part shall appear on or directly adjoining this label except that: (i) A part or publication number identification may be included on this label, as desired by the manufacturer. If a manufacturer elects to use a part or publication number, it must appear in the lower right-hand corner of the label and be set in 12-point type or smaller. (ii) The energy use disclosure labels required by the governments of Canada or Mexico may appear directly adjoining this label, as desired by the manufacturer. (iii) The manufacturer may include the ENERGY STAR logo on the label for certified products in a location consistent with the sample labels in appendix L to this part. The logo must be no larger than 1 inch by 3 inches in size. Only manufacturers that have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Department of Energy or the Environmental Protection Agency may add the ENERGY STAR logo to labels on qualifying covered products; such manufacturers may add the ENERGY STAR logo to labels only on those covered products that are contemplated by the Memorandum of Understanding. [72 FR 49969, Aug. 29, 2007, as amended at 78 FR 2208, Jan. 10, 2013; 78 FR 8374, Feb. 6, 2013; 78 FR 43982, July 23, 2013; 79 FR 77870, Dec. 29, 2014; 81 FR 63648, Sept. 15, 2016; 83 FR 7596, Feb. 22, 2018. Redesignated at 84 FR 58029, Oct. 30, 2019, as amended at 84 FR 58037, Oct. 30, 2019; 86 FR 9283, Feb. 12, 2021] § 305.21 Labeling for ceiling fans. (a) Ceiling fans Content. (i) Headlines, including the title “EnergyGuide,” and text as illustrated in the sample label in appendix L to this part; (ii) The product's estimated yearly energy cost based on 6.4 hours use per day and 12 cents per kWh; (iii) The product's airflow expressed in cubic feet per minute and determined pursuant to § 305.8; (iv) The product's energy use expressed in watts and determined pursuant to § 305.8 as indicated in the sample label in appendix L of this part; (v) The statement “Based on 12 cents per kWh and 6.4 hours use per day”; (vi) The statement “Your cost depends on rates and use”; (vii) The statement “All estimates based on typical use, excluding lights”; (viii) The statement “The higher the airflow, the more air the fan will move”; (ix) The statement “Airflow Efficiency: ____Cubic Feet Per Minute Per Watt”; (x) The address ftc.gov/energy; (xi) For fans less than 19 inches in diameter, the label shall display a cost range of $10 to $50 along with the statement underneath the range “Cost Range of Similar Models (18″ or smaller)”; (xii) For fans from 19 or more inches and less than or equal to 84 inches in diameter, the label shall display a cost range of $3 to $34 along with the statement underneath the range “Cost Range of Similar Models (19″-84″). (xiii) Placement of the labeled product on the scale proportionate to the lowest and highest estimated annual energy costs as illustrated in the Sample Labels in appendix L. When the estimated annual energy cost of a given model falls outside the limits of the current range for that product, the manufacturer shall place the product at the end of the range closest to the model's energy cost. (xiv) The ENERGY STAR logo as illustrated on the ceiling fan label illustration in appendix L for qualified products, if desired by the manufacturer. Only manufacturers that have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Department of Energy or the Environmental Protection Agency may add the ENERGY STAR logo to labels on qualifying covered products; such manufacturers may add the ENERGY STAR logo to labels only on those products that are covered by the Memorandum of Understanding; (2) Label size, color, and text font. (3) Placement. (4) Additional information. (5) Labeling for “multi-mount” fans. (b) [Reserved] [73 FR 63068, Oct. 23, 2008, as amended at 81 FR 63649, Sept. 15, 2016; 81 FR 74917, Oct. 28, 2016; 82 FR 29236, June 28, 2017. Redesignated at 84 FR 58029, Oct. 30, 2019, as amended at 84 FR 58037, Oct. 30, 2019] § 305.22 Energy information disclosures for heating and cooling equipment. The following provisions apply to any covered central air conditioner, heat pump, or furnace. (a) Manufacturer duty to provide labels. (b) Distribution. (2) Retailers, including assemblers, who sell covered central air conditioners, heat pumps, and furnaces (including boilers) to consumers must show the labels for the products they offer to customers and let them read the labels before the customers agree to purchase the product. For example, the retailer may display labeled units in their store or direct consumers to the labels in a binder or computer at a counter or service desk. (3) Retailers, including installers and assemblers, who negotiate or make sales at a place other than their regular places of business, including sales over the telephone or through electronic communications, must show the labels for the products they offer to customers and let them read the labels before the customers agree to purchase the product. If the labels are on a Web site, retailers, including assemblers, who negotiate or make sales at a place other than their regular places of business, may choose to provide customers with instructions to access such labels in lieu of showing them a paper version of the information. Retailers who choose to use the Internet for the required label disclosures must provide customers the opportunity to read such information prior to sale of the product. (c) Oil furnace labels. [81 FR 63650, Sept. 15, 2016. Redesignated at 84 FR 58029, Oct. 30, 2019] § 305.23 Labeling for lighting products. (a) Fluorescent lamp ballasts and luminaires Contents. (2) Product labeling. (3) Package labeling. (b) General service lamps. (1) Principal display panel content. (i) The light output of each lamp included in the package, expressed as “Brightness” in average initial lumens rounded to the nearest five; and (ii) The estimated annual energy cost of each lamp included in the package, expressed as “Estimated Energy Cost” in dollars and based on usage of 3 hours per day and 11 cents ($0.11) per kWh. (2) Principal display panel format. (3) Lighting Facts label content. (i) The light output of each lamp included in the package, expressed as “Brightness” in average initial lumens rounded to the nearest five; (ii) The estimated annual energy cost of each lamp included in the package based on the average initial wattage, a usage rate of 3 hours per day and 11 cents ($0.11) per kWh and explanatory text as illustrated in Prototype Label 6 in appendix L of this part; (iii) The life, as defined in this part, of each lamp included in the package, expressed in years rounded to the nearest tenth (based on 3 hours operation per day); (iv) The correlated color temperature of each lamp included in the package, as measured in degrees Kelvin and expressed as “Light Appearance” and by a number and a marker in the form of a scale as illustrated in Prototype Label 6 to appendix L of this part placed proportionately on the scale where the left end equals 2,600 K and the right end equals 6,600 K; (v) The wattage, as defined in this part, for each lamp included in the package, expressed as energy used in average initial wattage; (vi) The ENERGY STAR logo as illustrated in Prototype Label 6 to appendix L of this part for certified products, if desired by the manufacturer or private labeler. Only manufacturers or private labelers that have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Department of Energy or the Environmental Protection Agency may add the ENERGY STAR logo to labels on certified covered products; such manufacturers or private labelers may add the ENERGY STAR logo to labels only on those products that are covered by the Memorandum of Understanding; (vii) The design voltage of each lamp included in the package, if other than 120 volts; (viii) For any general service lamp containing mercury, the following statement: “Contains Mercury For more on clean up and safe disposal, visit epa.gov/cfl.” (ix) No marks or information other than that specified in this part shall appear on the Lighting Facts label. (4) Standard Lighting Facts label format. (i) The Lighting Facts information shall be set off in a box by use of hairlines and shall be all black or one color type, printed on a white or other neutral contrasting background whenever practical. (ii) All information within the Lighting Facts label shall utilize: (A) Arial or an equivalent type style; (B) Upper and lower case letters; (C) Leading as indicated in Prototype Label 6 in appendix L of this part; (D) Letters that never touch; (E) The box and hairlines separating information as illustrated in Prototype Labels 6 in appendix L of this part; and (F) The minimum font sizes and line thicknesses as illustrated in Prototype Label 6 in appendix L of this part. (5) Lighting Facts format for small packages. (6) Bilingual labels. (7) Product labeling. (i) The lamp's average initial lumens, expressed as a number rounded to the nearest five, adjacent to the word “lumens,” both provided in minimum 8 point font; and (ii) For general service lamps containing mercury, the following statement: “Mercury disposal: epa.gov/cfl” (c) Specialty consumer lamps. (2) Specialty consumer lamp Lighting Facts label content. (i) The principal display panel of the product package shall be labeled clearly and conspicuously with the following information consistent with the Prototype Labels in Appendix L: (A) The light output of each lamp included in the package, expressed as “Brightness” in average initial lumens rounded to the nearest five; (B) The estimated annual energy cost of each lamp included in the package, expressed as “Estimated Energy Cost” in dollars and based on usage of 3 hours per day and 11 cents ($0.11) per kWh; and (C) The life, as defined in this part, of each lamp included in the package, expressed in years rounded to the nearest tenth (based on 3 hours operation per day). (ii)(A) If the lamp contains mercury, the principal display panel shall contain the following statement in minimum 10 point font: “Contains Mercury For more on clean up and safe disposal, visit epa.gov/cfl.” (B) The manufacturer may also print an “Hg[Encircled]” symbol on package after the term “Contains Mercury.” (iii) If the lamp contains mercury, the lamp shall be labeled legibly on the product with the following statement: “Mercury disposal: epa.gov/cfl” in minimum 8 point font. (iv) If the required disclosures for a lamp covered by paragraph (c)(2) of this section will not be legible on the front panel of a single-card, blister package due to the small size of the panel, the manufacturer or private labeler may print the statement “Lighting Facts see back” on the principal display panel consistent with the sample label in Appendix L as long as the Lighting Facts label required by paragraph (b)(3) of this section appears on the rear panel. (v) No marks or information other than that specified in this part shall appear on the Lighting Facts label. (3) Specialty Lighting Facts label format. (i) The Lighting Facts information shall be set off in a box by use of hairlines and shall be all black or one color type, printed on a white or other neutral contrasting background whenever practical. (ii) All information within the Lighting Facts label shall utilize: (A) Arial or an equivalent type style; (B) Upper and lower case letters; (C) Leading as indicated in the Prototype Labels in Appendix L of this part; (D) Letters that never touch; (E) The box and hairlines separating information as illustrated in the Prototype Labels in appendix L of this part; and (F) The minimum font sizes and line thicknesses as illustrated in Prototype Labels in Appendix L of this part. (iii) For small package labels covered by (c)(2)(iv) of this section, the words “Lighting Facts see back” shall appear on the primary display panel in a size and format specified in appendix L of this part. (4) Bilingual labels. (d) For lamps that do not meet the definition of general service lamp or specialty consumer lamp, manufacturers and private labelers have the discretion to label with the Lighting Facts label as long as they comply with all requirements applicable to specialty consumer lamps in this part. (e)(1) Any covered incandescent lamp that is subject to and does not comply with the January 1, 2012 or January 1, 2013 efficiency standards specified in 42 U.S.C. 6295 or the DOE standards at 10 CFR 430.32(n)(5) effective July 14, 2012 shall be labeled clearly and conspicuously on the principal display panel of the product package with the following information in lieu of the labeling requirements specified in paragraph (b): (2) The light output, energy usage and life ratings of any product covered by paragraph (c)(1) of this section shall appear in that order and with equal clarity and conspicuousness on the product's principal display panel. The light output, energy usage and life ratings shall be disclosed in terms of “lumens,” “watts,” and “hours” respectively, with the lumens, watts, and hours rating numbers each appearing in the same type style and size and with the words “lumens,” “watts,” and “hours” each appearing in the same type style and size. The words “light output,” “energy used,” and “life” shall precede and have the same conspicuousness as both the rating numbers and the words “lumens,” “watts,” and “hours,” except that the letters of the words “lumens,” “watts,” and “hours” shall be approximately 50% of the sizes of those used for the words “light output,” “energy used,” and “life,” respectively. (f)(1) The required disclosures of any covered product that is a general service lamp or specialty consumer lamp shall be measured at 120 volts, regardless of the lamp's design voltage. If a lamp's design voltage is 125 volts or 130 volts, the disclosures of the wattage, light output, energy cost, and life ratings shall in each instance be: (i) At 120 volts and followed by the phrase “at 120 volts.” In such case, the labels for such lamps also may disclose the lamp's wattage, light output, energy cost, and life at the design voltage ( e.g. (ii) At the design voltage and followed by the phrase “at (125 volts/130 volts)” if the ratings at 120 volts are disclosed clearly and conspicuously on another panel of the package, and if all panels of the package that contain a claimed light output, energy cost, wattage or lifeclearly and conspicuously identify the lamp as “(125 volt/130 volt),” and if the principal display panel clearly and conspicuously discloses the following statement: This product is designed for (125/130) volts. When used on the normal line voltage of 120 volts, the light output and energy efficiency are noticeably reduced. See (side/back) panel for 120 volt ratings. (2) For any covered product that is an incandescent reflector lamp, the required disclosures of light output shall be given for the lamp's total forward lumens. (3) For any covered product that is a compact fluorescent lamp, the required light output disclosure shall be measured at a base-up position; but, if the manufacturer or private labeler has reason to believe that the light output at a base-down position would be more than 5% different, the label also shall disclose the light output at the base-down position or, if no test data for the base-down position exist, the fact that at a base-down position the light output might be more than 5% less. (4) For any covered product that is a general service lamp or specialty consumer lamp and operates at discrete, multiple light levels ( e.g., e.g., (5) A manufacturer or private labeler who distributes general service fluorescent lamps, general service lamps, or specialty consumer lamp without labels attached to the lamps or without labels on individual retail-sale packaging for one or more lamps may meet the package disclosure requirements of this section by making the required disclosures, in the manner and form required by those paragraphs, on the bulk shipping cartons that are to be used to display the lamps for retail sale. (6) Any manufacturer or private labeler who makes any representation, other than those required by this section, on a package of any covered product that is a general service fluorescent lamp, general service lamp, or specialty consumer lamp regarding the cost of operation or life of such lamp shall clearly and conspicuously disclose in close proximity to such representation the assumptions upon which it is based, including, e.g., (g)(1) Any covered product that is a general service fluorescent lamp or an incandescent reflector lamp shall be labeled clearly and conspicuously with a capital letter “E” printed within a circle and followed by an asterisk. The label shall also clearly and conspicuously disclose, either in close proximity to that asterisk or elsewhere on the label, the following statement: *[The encircled “E”] means this bulb meets Federal minimum efficiency standards. (i) If the statement is not disclosed on the principal display panel, the asterisk shall be followed by the following statement: See [Back,Top, Side] panel for details. (ii) For purposes of this paragraph, the encircled capital letter “E” shall be clearly and conspicuously disclosed in color-contrasting ink on the label of any covered product that is a general service fluorescent lamp and will be deemed “conspicuous,” in terms of size, if it appears in typeface at least as large as either the manufacturer's name or logo or another logo disclosed on the label, such as the “UL” or “ETL” logos, whichever is larger. (2) Instead of labeling any covered product that is a general service fluorescent lamp with the encircled “E” and with the statement described in paragraph (e)(1) of this section, a manufacturer or private labeler who would not otherwise put a label on such a lamp may meet the disclosure requirements of that paragraph by permanently marking the lamp clearly and conspicuously with the encircled “E.” (3) Any cartons in which any covered products that are general service fluorescent lamps and general service lamps are shipped within the United States or imported into the United States shall disclose clearly and conspicuously the following statement: These lamps comply with Federal energy efficiency labeling requirements. (h) Metal halide lamp fixtures and metal halide ballasts Contents. (2) Product labeling. (3) Package labeling. [72 FR 49971, Aug. 29, 2007, as amended at 73 FR 63068, Oct. 23, 2008; 75 FR 41714, July 19, 2010; 76 FR 20236, Apr. 12, 2011; 78 FR 2209, Jan. 10, 2013; 82 FR 67299, Nov. 2, 2017; 83 FR 14583, Apr. 5, 2018. Redesignated at 84 FR 58029, Oct. 30, 2019, as amended at 84 FR 58037, Oct. 30, 2019] § 305.24 Labeling and marking for plumbing products. (a) Showerheads and faucets. (1) Each showerhead and flow restricting or controlling spout end device shall bear a permanent legible marking indicating the flow rate, expressed in gallons per minute (gpm) or gallons per cycle (gpc), and the flow rate value shall be the actual flow rate or the maximum flow rate specified by the standards established in subsection (j) of section 325 of the Act, 42 U.S.C. 6295(j). Except where impractical due to the size of the fitting, each flow rate disclosure shall also be given in liters per minute (L/min) or liters per cycle (L/cycle). For purposes of this section, the marking indicating the flow rate will be deemed “legible,” in terms of placement, if it is located in close proximity to the manufacturer's identification marking. (2) Each showerhead and faucet shall bear a permanent legible marking to identify the manufacturer. This marking shall be the trade name, trademark, or other mark known to identify the manufacturer. Such marking shall be located where it can be seen after installation. (3) The package for each showerhead and faucet shall disclose the manufacturer's name and the model number. (4) The package or any label attached to the package for each showerhead or faucet shall contain at least the following: The flow rate expressed in gallons per minute (gpm) or gallons per cycle (gpc), and the flow rate value shall be the actual flow rate or the maximum flow rate specified by the standards established in subsection (j) of section 325 of the Act, 42 U.S.C. 6295(j). Each flow rate disclosure shall also be given in liters per minute (L/min) or liters per cycle (L/cycle). (b) Water closets and urinals. (1) Each such fixture (and flushometer valve associated with such fixture) shall bear a permanent legible marking indicating the flow rate, expressed in gallons per flush (gpf), and the water use value shall be the actual water use or the maximum water use specified by the standards established in subsection (k) of section 325 of the Act, 42 U.S.C. 6295(k). Except where impractical due to the size of the fixture, each flow rate disclosure shall also be given in liters per flush (Lpf). For purposes of this section, the marking indicating the flow rate will be deemed “legible,” in terms of placement, if it is located in close proximity to the manufacturer's identification marking. (2) Each water closet (and each component of the water closet if the fixture is comprised of two or more components) and urinal shall be marked with the manufacturer's name or trademark or, in the case of private labeling, the name or registered trademark of the customer for whom the unit was manufactured. This mark shall be legible, readily identified, and applied so as to be permanent. The mark shall be located so as to be visible after the fixture is installed, except for fixtures built into or for a counter or cabinet. (3) The package, and any labeling attached to the package, for each water closet and urinal shall disclose the flow rate, expressed in gallons per flush (gpf), and the water use value shall be the actual water use or the maximum water use specified by the standards established in subsection (k) of section 325 of the Act, 42 U.S.C. 6295(k). Each flow rate disclosure shall also be given in liters per flush (Lpf). (c) Annual operating cost claims for covered plumbing products. [73 FR 49973, Aug. 29, 2007, as amended at 82 FR 29236, June 28, 2017; 83 FR 7597, Feb. 22, 2018. Redesignated at 84 FR 58029, Oct. 30, 2019, as amended at 84 FR 58037, Oct. 30, 2019] § 305.25 Television labeling. (a) Layout. (b) Type style and setting. (c) Colors. (d) Label types. (1) Adhesive label. (2) Cling label. (3) Alternative label. 1/2 1/2 (e) Placement In general. (2) Adhesive label. (3) Cling label. (4) Alternative label. (f) Label content. (1) Headlines, texts, and statements as illustrated in the prototype and sample labels in appendix L to this part. (2) Name of manufacturer or private labeler. This requirement shall, in the case of a corporation, be satisfied only by the actual corporate name, which may be preceded or followed by the name of a particular division of the corporation. In the case of an individual, partnership, or association, the name under which the business is conducted shall be used. (3) Model number(s) as designated by the manufacturer or private labeler. (4) Estimated annual energy costs determined in accordance with this part, and based on a usage rate of 5 hours in on mode and 19 hours in standby (sleep) mode per day, and an electricity cost rate of 16 cents per kWh. (5) The applicable ranges of comparability for estimated annual energy costs based on the labeled product's diagonal screen size, according to the following table: Table 1 to Paragraph ( f Screen size Annual energy cost ranges for Low High 16-20″ (16.0 to 20.49″) $7 $7 21-23″ (20.5 to 23.49″) (*) (*) 24-29″ (23.5 to 29.49″) 5 15 30-34″ (29.5 to 34.49″) 8 30 35-39″ (34.5 to 39.49″) 19 20 40-44″ (39.5 to 44.49″) 13 51 45-49″ (44.5 to 49.49″) 40 40 50-54″ (49.5 to 54.49″) 22 51 55-59″ (54.5 to 59.49″) 24 69 60-64″ (59.5 to 64.49″) 29 113 65-69″ (64.5 to 69.49″) 27 110 69.5″ or greater 32 155 * No data. (6) Placement of the labeled product on the scale proportionate to the lowest and highest estimated annual energy costs as illustrated in Prototype and Sample Labels in appendix L. When the estimated annual energy cost of a given television model falls outside the limits of the current range for that product, the manufacturer shall place the product at the end of the range closest to the model's energy cost. (7) The model's estimated annual energy consumption as determined in accordance with this part and based on a usage rate of 5 hours in on mode and 19 hours in sleep (standby) mode per day. (8) No marks or information other than that specified in this part shall appear on or directly adjoining this label except that: (i) A manufacturer may include a part or publication number identification on the label, as long as it appears in the lower right-hand corner of the label and is set in 6-point type or smaller. (ii) The manufacturer may include the ENERGY STAR logo on the label as illustrated in Sample Labels in appendix L. The logo must be 0.375″ wide. Only manufacturers that have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Department of Energy or the Environmental Protection Agency covering the televisions to be labeled may add the ENERGY STAR logo to those labels. (g) Distribution of labels. [76 FR 1050, Jan. 6, 2011, as amended at 78 FR 2209, Jan. 10, 2013; 78 FR 43982, July 23, 2013; 79 FR 19467, Apr. 9, 2014; 80 FR 16260, Mar. 27, 2015. Redesignated at 84 FR 58029, Oct. 30, 2019, as amended at 84 FR 58037, Oct. 30, 2019; 89 FR 7268, Feb. 2, 2024] § 305.26 Promotional material displayed or distributed at point of sale. (a)(1) Any manufacturer, distributor, retailer or private labeler who prepares printed material for display or distribution at point of sale concerning a covered product (except fluorescent lamp ballasts, metal halide lamp fixtures, general service fluorescent lamps, general service lamps, showerheads, faucets, water closets or urinals) shall clearly and conspicuously include in such printed material the following required disclosure: Before purchasing this appliance, read important information about its estimated annual energy consumption, yearly operating cost, or energy efficiency rating that is available from your retailer. (2) Any manufacturer, distributor, retailer or private labeler who prepares printed material for display or distribution at point of sale concerning a covered product that is a fluorescent lamp ballast or metal halide lamp fixture to which standards are applicable under section 325 of the Act, shall disclose conspicuously in such printed material, in each description of such product, an encircled capital letter “E”. (3) Any manufacturer, distributer, retailer, or private labeler who prepares printed material for display or distribution at point of sale concerning a covered product that is a general service fluorescent lamp, general service lamps, and who makes any representation in such promotional material regarding the cost of operation of such lamp shall clearly and conspicuously disclose in close proximity to such representation the assumptions upon which it is based, including, e.g., purchase price, unit cost of electricity, hours of use, and patterns of use. (4) Any manufacturer, distributor, retailer, or private labeler who prepares printed material for display or distribution at point-of-sale concerning a covered product that is a showerhead, faucet, water closet, or urinal shall clearly and conspicuously include in such printed material the product's water use, expressed in gallons and liters per minute (gpm and L/min) or per cycle (gpc and L/cycle) or gallons and liters per flush (gpf and Lpf) as specified in this part. (b) This section shall not apply to: (1) Written warranties. (2) Use and care manuals, installation instructions, or other printed material containing primarily post-purchase information for the purchaser. (3) Printed material containing only the identification of a covered product, pricing information and/or non-energy related representations concerning that product. (4) Any printed material distributed prior to the effective date listed in § 305.7(e). [59 FR 34036, July 1, 1994, as amended at 59 FR 67530, Dec. 29, 1994; 60 FR 14211, Mar. 16, 1995. Redesignated at 72 FR 49971, Aug. 29, 2007, as amended at 72 FR 49974, Aug. 29, 2007; 73 FR 39226, July 9, 2008; 75 FR 41716, July 19, 2010. Redesignated at 84 FR 58029, Oct. 30, 2019, as amended at 84 FR 58037, Oct. 30, 2019] § 305.27 Paper catalogs and websites. (a) Covered products offered for sale on the Internet. (1) Content. Products required to bear EnergyGuide or Lighting Facts labels. (ii) Products not required to bear EnergyGuide or Lighting Facts labels. (A) Showerheads, faucets, water closets, and urinals. (B) General service fluorescent lamps, fluorescent lamp ballasts, and metal halide lamp fixtures. (2) Format. (b) Covered products offered for sale in paper catalogs. Any manufacturer, distributor, retailer, or private labeler that advertises a covered product in a paper publication that qualifies as a catalog under this Part shall disclose energy information as follows: (1) Content. Products required to bear EnergyGuide or Lighting Facts labels. (A) Refrigerator, refrigerator-freezer, and freezer. www.ftc.gov/energy. (B) Room air conditioners, portable air conditioners, and water heaters. www.ftc.gov/energy.” (C) Clothes washers and dishwashers. www.ftc.gov/energy. (D) General service fluorescent lamps or general service lamps. www.ftc.gov/energy. (E) Ceiling fans. (F) Televisions. www.ftc.gov/energy.” (G) Central air conditioners, heat pumps, and furnaces (including boilers), and pool heaters. (ii) Products not required to bear EnergyGuide or Lighting Facts labels. All paper catalogs advertising covered products not required by this part to bear labels with specific design characteristics illustrated in appendix L (showerheads, faucets, water closets, urinals, fluorescent lamp ballasts, and metal halide lamp fixtures) must make a text disclosure for each covered product identical to those required for Internet disclosures under § 305.27(a)(1)(ii). (2) Format. [78 FR 2209, Jan. 10, 2013, as amended at 80 FR 67300, Nov. 2, 2015; 82 FR 29236, June 28, 2017. Redesignated at 84 FR 58029, Oct. 30, 2019, as amended at 84 FR 58037, Oct. 30, 2019; 86 FR 9283, Feb. 12, 2021; 87 FR 61467, Oct. 12, 2022; 89 FR 7269, Feb. 2, 2024] Additional Requirements § 305.28 Test data records. (a) Test data shall be kept on file by the manufacturer of a covered product for a period of two years after production of that model has been terminated. (b) Upon notification by the Commission or its designated representative, a manufacturer or private labeler shall provide, within 30 days of the date of such request, the underlying test data from which the water use or energy consumption rate, the energy efficiency rating, the estimated annual cost of using each basic model, or the light output, energy usage, correlated color temperature, and life ratings and, for fluorescent lamps, the color rendering index, for each basic model or lamp type were derived. [52 FR 46894, Dec. 10, 1987, as amended at 59 FR 67530, Dec. 29, 1994. Redesignated at 72 FR 49971, Aug. 29, 2007, as amended at 75 FR 41717, July 19, 2010. Redesignated at 84 FR 58029, Oct. 30, 2019] § 305.29 Required testing by designated laboratory. Upon notification by the Commission or its designated representative, a manufacturer of a covered product shall supply, at the manufacturer's expense, no more than two of each model of each product to a laboratory, which will be identified by the Commission or its designated representative in the notice, for the purpose of ascertaining whether the estimated annual energy consumption, the estimated annual operating cost, or the energy efficiency rating, or the light output, energy usage and life ratings or, for general service fluorescent lamps, the color rendering index, disclosed on the label or fact sheet or in an industry directory, or, as required in a catalog, or the representation made by the label that the product is in compliance with applicable standards in section 325 of the Act, 42 U.S.C. 6295, is accurate. Such a procedure will only be followed after the Commission or its staff has examined the underlying test data provided by the manufacturer as required by § 305.28(b) and after the manufacturer has been afforded the opportunity to reverify test results from which the estimated annual energy consumption, the estimated annual operating cost, or the energy efficiency rating for each basic model was derived, or the light output, energy usage and life ratings or, for general service fluorescent lamps, the color rendering index, for each basic model or lamp type was derived. A representative designated by the Commission shall be permitted to observe any reverification procedures required by this part, and to inspect the results of such reverification. The Commission will pay the charges for testing by designated laboratories. [59 FR 67530, Dec. 29, 1994. Redesignated at 72 FR 49971, Aug. 29, 2007, as amended at 72 FR 49974, Aug. 29, 2007. Redesignated at 84 FR 58029, Oct. 30, 2019, as amended at 84 FR 58037, Oct. 30, 2019] Effect of This Part § 305.30 Effect on other law. This regulation supersedes any State regulation to the extent required by section 327 of the Act. Pursuant to the Act, all State regulations that require the disclosure for any covered product of information with respect to energy consumption, other than the information required to be disclosed in accordance with this part, are superseded. [52 FR 46894, Dec. 10, 1987. Redesignated at 72 FR 49971, Aug. 29, 2007, and further redesignated at 84 FR 58029, Oct. 30, 2019] § 305.31 Stayed or invalid parts. If any section or portion of a section of this part is stayed or held invalid, the remainder of the part will not be affected. [52 FR 46894, Dec. 10, 1987. Redesignated at 59 FR 34036, July 1, 1994, and further redesignated at 72 FR 49974, Aug. 29, 2007, and further redesignated at 84 FR 58029, Oct. 30, 2019] § 305.32 [Reserved] Appendix A1 to Part 305—Refrigerators With Automatic Defrost Range Information Manufacturer's rated total refrigerated volume in cubic feet Range of estimated annual Low High Less than 10.5 $20 45 10.5 to 12.4 28 40 12.5 to 14.4 33 47 14.5 to 16.4 33 46 16.5 to 18.4 38 52 18.5 to 20.4 42 50 20.5 to 22.4 35 57 22.5 to 24.4 51 59 24.5 to 26.4 (*) (*) 26.5 to 28.4 (*) (*) 28.5 and over (*) (*) (*) No data. [87 FR 61468, Oct. 12, 2022] Appendix A2 to Part 305—Refrigerators and Refrigerator-Freezers With Manual Defrost Range Information Manufacturer's rated total refrigerated volume in cubic feet Range of estimated annual Low High Less than 10.5 $11 $46 10.5 to 12.4 (*) (*) 12.5 to 14.4 (*) (*) 14.5 to 16.4 (*) (*) 16.5 to 18.4 (*) (*) 18.5 to 20.4 (*) (*) 20.5 to 22.4 (*) (*) 22.5 to 24.4 (*) (*) 24.5 to 26.4 (*) (*) 26.5 to 28.4 (*) (*) 28.5 and over (*) (*) (*) No data. [87 FR 61468, Oct. 12, 2022] Appendix A3 to Part 305—Refrigerator-Freezers With Partial Automatic Defrost Range Information Manufacturer's rated total refrigerated volume in cubic feet Range of estimated annual Low High Less than 10.5 $27 $55 10.5 to 12.4 (*) (*) 12.5 to 14.4 (*) (*) 14.5 to 16.4 (*) (*) 16.5 to 18.4 53 53 18.5 to 20.4 48 55 20.5 to 22.4 (*) (*) 22.5 to 24.4 (*) (*) 24.5 to 26.4 (*) (*) 26.5 to 28.4 (*) (*) 28.5 and over (*) (*) (*) No data. [87 FR 61468, Oct. 12, 2022] Appendix A4 to Part 305—Refrigerator-Freezers With Automatic Defrost With Top-Mounted Freezer No Through-The-Door Ice Range Information Manufacturer's rated total refrigerated volume in cubic feet Range of estimated annual Low High Less than 10.5 $40 $62 10.5 to 12.4 43 61 12.5 to 14.4 44 64 14.5 to 16.4 45 66 16.5 to 18.4 49 70 18.5 to 20.4 48 72 20.5 to 22.4 51 76 22.5 to 24.4 58 78 24.5 to 26.4 66 81 26.5 to 28.4 (*) (*) 28.5 and over (*) (*) (*) No data. [87 FR 61468, Oct. 12, 2022] Appendix A5 to Part 305—Refrigerator-Freezers With Automated Defrost With Side-Mounted Freezer No Through-The-Door Ice Range Information Manufacturer's rated total refrigerated volume in cubic feet Range of estimated annual Low High Less than 10.5 $54 $82 10.5 to 12.4 (*) (*) 12.5 to 14.4 39 40 14.5 to 16.4 49 65 16.5 to 18.4 69 70 18.5 to 20.4 66 70 20.5 to 22.4 70 101 22.5 to 24.4 78 105 24.5 to 26.4 80 109 26.5 to 28.4 91 113 28.5 and over 84 118 (*) No data. [87 FR 61468, Oct. 12, 2022] Appendix A6 to Part 305—Refrigerator-Freezers With Automatic Defrost With Bottom-Mounted Freezer No Through-The-Door Ice Range Information Manufacturer's rated total refrigerated volume in cubic feet Range of estimated annual Low High Less than 10.5 $42 $73 10.5 to 12.4 47 79 12.5 to 14.4 50 77 14.5 to 16.4 $53 $84 16.5 to 18.4 60 86 18.5 to 20.4 60 91 20.5 to 22.4 62 94 22.5 to 24.4 65 98 24.5 to 26.4 74 96 26.5 to 28.4 67 95 28.5 and over 91 101 (*) No data. [87 FR 61468, Oct. 12, 2022; 88 FR 1136, Jan. 9, 2023] Appendix A7 to Part 305—Refrigerator-Freezers With Automatic Defrost With Bottom-Mounted Freezer With Through-The-Door Ice Service Range Information Manufacturer's rated total refrigerated volume in cubic feet Range of estimated annual Low High Less than 10.5 (*) (*) 10.5 to 12.4 (*) (*) 12.5 to 14.4 (*) (*) 14.5 to 16.4 (*) (*) 16.5 to 18.4 $80 $90 18.5 to 20.4 83 98 20.5 to 22.4 91 103 22.5 to 24.4 77 106 24.5 to 26.4 89 109 26.5 to 28.4 83 112 28.5 and over 90 113 (*) No data. [87 FR 61468, Oct. 12, 2022] Appendix A8 to Part 305—Refrigerator-Freezers With Automatic Defrost With Side-Mounted Freezer With Through-The-Door Ice Service Range Information Manufacturer's rated total refrigerated volume in cubic feet Range of estimated annual Low High Less than 10.5 (*) (*) 10.5 to 12.4 (*) (*) 12.5 to 14.4 (*) (*) 14.5 to 16.4 (*) (*) 16.5 to 18.4 $87 $88 18.5 to 20.4 78 110 20.5 to 22.4 72 109 22.5 to 24.4 76 115 24.5 to 26.4 81 116 26.5 to 28.4 89 122 28.5 and over 104 124 (*) No data. [87 FR 61468, Oct. 12, 2022] Appendix A9 to Part 305—All Refrigerators and Refrigerator-Freezers Range Information Manufacturer's rated total refrigerated volume in cubic feet Range of estimated annual Low High Less than 10.5 $11 $82 10.5 to 12.4 28 79 12.5 to 14.4 33 77 14.5 to 16.4 33 84 16.5 to 18.4 38 90 18.5 to 20.4 42 110 20.5 to 22.4 35 109 22.5 to 24.4 51 115 24.5 to 26.4 66 116 26.5 to 28.4 67 122 28.5 and over 84 124 (*) No data. [87 FR 61468, Oct. 12, 2022] Appendix B1 to Part 305—Upright Freezers With Manual Defrost Range Information Manufacturer's rated total refrigerated volume in cubic feet Range of estimated annual Low High Less than 5.5 $18 $43 5.5 to 7.4 35 47 34 40 7.5 to 9.4 36 36 9.5 to 11.4 (*) (*) 11.5 to 13.4 42 47 13.5 to 15.4 49 51 15.5 to 17.4 (*) (*) 17.5 to 19.4 49 56 19.5 to 21.4 (*) (*) 21.5 to 23.4 (*) (*) 23.5 to 25.4 (*) (*) 25.5 to 27.4 (*) (*) 27.5 to 29.4 (*) (*) 29.5 and over (*) No data. [87 FR 61471, Oct. 12, 2022] Appendix B2 To Part 305—Upright Freezers With Automatic Defrost Range Information Manufacturer's rated total refrigerated volume in cubic feet Range of estimated annual Low High Less than 5.5 $37 $63 5.5 to 7.4 (*) (*) 44 69 7.5 to 9.4 44 68 9.5 to 11.4 54 79 11.5 to 13.4 54 85 13.5 to 15.4 58 89 15.5 to 17.4 62 84 17.5 to 19.4 63 91 19.5 to 21.4 101 104 21.5 to 23.4 (*) (*) 23.5 to 25.4 (*) (*) 25.5 to 27.4 (*) (*) 27.5 to 29.4 (*) (*) 29.5 and over (*) No data. [87 FR 61471, Oct. 12, 2022] Appendix B3 To Part 305—Chest Freezers and All Other Freezers Range Information Manufacturer's rated total refrigerated volume in cubic feet Range of estimated annual Low High Less than 5.5 $19 $32 5.5 to 7.4 31 36 27 37 7.5 to 9.4 28 35 9.5 to 11.4 35 $38 11.5 to 13.4 39 42 13.5 to 15.4 38 46 15.5 to 17.4 46 47 17.5 to 19.4 50 53 19.5 to 21.4 48 55 21.5 to 23.4 59 59 23.5 to 25.4 (*) (*) 25.5 to 27.4 (*) (*) 27.5 to 29.4 (*) (*) 29.5 and over (*) No data. [87 FR 61471, Oct. 12, 2022] Appendix C1 to Part 305—Compact Dishwashers Range Information “Compact” includes countertop dishwasher models with a capacity of fewer than eight (8) place settings. Place settings shall be in accordance with appendix C to 10 CFR part 430, subpart B. Load patterns shall conform to the operating normal for the model being tested. Capacity Range of estimated annual Low High Compact $14 $32 [87 FR 61472, Oct. 12, 2022] Appendix C2 to Part 305—Standard Dishwashers Range Information “Standard” includes dishwasher models with a capacity of eight (8) or more place settings. Place settings shall be in accordance with appendix C to 10 CFR part 430, subpart B. Load patterns shall conform to the operating normal for the model being tested. Capacity Range of estimated annual Low High Standard $28 $43 [87 FR 61472, Oct. 12, 2022] Appendix D1 To Part 305—Water Heaters—Gas Range Information Capacity Range of estimated annual Natural gas Propane Low High Low High “Very Small”—less than 18 (*) (*) (*) (*) “Low”—18 to 50.9 162 172 (*) (*) “Medium”—51 to 74.9 179 235 361 476 “High”—75 and over 227 336 460 679 (*) No data. [88 FR 1136, Jan. 9, 2023] Appendix D2 to Part 305—Water Heaters—Electric Range Information Capacity Range of estimated annual First hour rating Low High “Very Small”—less than 18 (*) (*) “Low”—18 to 50.9 90 357 “Medium”—51 to 74.9 121 494 “High”—75 and over 173 747 (*) No data. [88 FR 1136, Jan. 9, 2023] Appendix D3 to Part 305—Water Heaters—Oil Range Information Capacity Range of estimated annual First hour rating Low High “Very Small”—less than 18 (*) (*) “Low”—18 to 50.9 (*) (*) “Medium”—51 to 74.9 (*) (*) “High”—75 and over 625 686 (*) No data. [88 FR 1136, Jan. 9, 2023] Appendix D4 to Part 305—Water Heaters—Instantaneous—Gas Range Information Capacity Range of estimated annual energy costs Capacity (maximum flow rate); gallons per minute (gpm) Natural gas Propane Low High Low High “Very Small”—less than 1.6 24 30 50 61 “Low”—1.7 to 2.7 (*) (*) (*) (*) “Medium”—2.8 to 3.9 144 170 291 343 “High”—4.0 and over 210 253 427 511 (*) No data. [88 FR 1136, Jan. 9, 2023] Appendix D5 to Part 305—Water Heaters—Instantaneous—Electric Range Information Capacity Range of estimated annual Capacity (maximum flow rate); gallons per minute (gpm) Low High “Very Small”—less than 1.6 82 90 “Low”—1.7 to 2.7 (*) (*) “Medium”—2.8 to 3.9 (*) (*) “High”—4.0 and over (*) (*) (*) No data. [88 FR 1136, Jan. 9, 2023] Appendix E1 to Part 305—Room Air Conditioners Range Information Manufacturer's rated cooling capacity in Btu/hr Range of estimated annual Low High Without Reverse Cycle and with Louvered Sides: Less than 6,000 Btu $40 $46 6,000 to 7,999 Btu 47 69 8,000 to 13,999 Btu 49 121 14,000 to 19,999 Btu 91 169 20,000 to 27,999 Btu 147 287 28,000 and more Btu 275 380 Without Reverse Cycle and without Louvered Sides: Less than 8,000 Btu (*) (*) 8,000 to 10,999 Btu 73 102 11,000 to 13,999 Btu 107 140 14,000 to 19,999 Btu 144 162 20,000 or more Btu (*) (*) With Reverse Cycle and with Louvered Sides 79 230 With Reverse Cycle, without Louvered Sides 81 117 (*) No data. [87 FR 61474, Oct. 12, 2022] Appendix E2 to Part 305—Portable Air Conditioners Range Information Seasonally adjusted cooling Range of Low High Less than 6,000 Btu $48 $98 6,000 to 7,999 Btu 87 120 8,000 or greater Btu 104 135 [86 FR 9283, Feb. 12, 2021] Appendix F1 to Part 305—Standard Clothes Washers Range Information “Standard” includes all household clothes washers with a tub capacity of 1.6 cu. ft. or more. Capacity Range of estimated annual Low High Standard $4 $48 [87 FR 61474, Oct. 12, 2022] Appendix F2 to Part 305—Compact Clothes Washers Range Information “Compact” includes all household clothes washers with a tub capacity of less than 1.6 cu. ft. Capacity Range of estimated annual Low High Compact $2 $14 (*) No data. [87 FR 61474, Oct. 12, 2022] Appendix G1 to Part 305—Furnaces—Gas Furnace type Range of annual fuel utilization efficiencies Low High Non-Weatherized Gas Furnaces—All Capacities 80.0 99.0 Weatherized Gas Furnaces—All Capacities 81.0 95.0 [87 FR 61475, Oct. 12, 2022] Appendix G2 to Part 305—Furnaces—Electric Furnace type Range of annual fuel utilization efficiencies Low High Electric Furnaces—All Capacities 100.0 100.0 [87 FR 61475, Oct. 12, 2022] Appendix G3 to Part 305—Furnaces—Oil Type Range of annual fuel utilization efficiencies Low High Non-Weatherized Oil Furnaces—All Capacities 83.0 96.7 Weatherized Oil Furnaces—All Capacities (*) (*) (*) No data. [87 FR 61475, Oct. 12, 2022] Appendix G4 to Part 305—Mobile Home Furnaces—Gas Type Range of annual fuel utilization efficiencies Low High Mobile Home Gas Furnaces—All Capacities 80.0 97.3 [87 FR 61475, Oct. 12, 2022] Appendix G5 to Part 305—Mobile Home Furnaces—Oil Type Range of annual fuel utilization efficiencies Low High Mobile Home Oil Furnaces—All Capacities 80.0 87.0 [87 FR 61475, Oct. 12, 2022] Appendix G6 to Part 305—Boilers (Gas) Type Range of annual fuel utilization efficiencies Low High Gas Boilers (except steam)—All Capacities 84 96.4 Gas Boilers (steam)—All Capacities 82 83.4 [87 FR 61475, Oct. 12, 2022] Appendix G7 to Part 305—Boilers (Oil) Type Range of annual fuel utilization efficiencies Low High Oil Boilers—All Capacities 85 88.2 [87 FR 61475, Oct. 12, 2022] Appendix G8 to Part 305—Boilers (Electric) Type Range of annual fuel utilization efficiencies Low High Electric Boilers—All Capacities 100 100 [87 FR 61475, Oct. 12, 2022] Appendix H to Part 305—Cooling Performance for Central Air Conditioners Manufacturer's rated cooling capacity Range of SEER2's Low High Single Package Units Central Air Conditioners (Cooling Only): All capacities 13.4 19 Heat Pumps (Cooling Function): All capacities 13.4 19 Split System Units Central Air Conditioner models allowed only in northern states (listed in § 305.20(g)(13)) (Cooling Only): All capacities 13.4 27 Central Air Conditioner models allowed in all states (Cooling Only): All capacities 13.8 27 Heat Pumps (Cooling Function): All capacities 14.3 42 Small-duct, high-velocity Systems 12 15 Space-Constrained Products Central Air Conditioners (Cooling Only): All capacities 11.7 13.7 Heat Pumps (Cooling Function): All capacities 11.9 13.8 [87 FR 57986, Dec. 2, 2022] Appendix I to Part 305—Heating Performance and Cost for Central Air Conditioners Manufacturer's rated heating capacity Range of HSPF2's Low High Single Package Units Heat Pumps (Heating Function): All capacities 6.7 8.4 Split System Units Heat Pumps (Heating Function): All capacities 7.5 14.6 Small-duct, high-velocity Systems 6.1 7.5 Space-Constrained Products Heat Pumps (Heating Function): All capacities 6.3 6.5 [ 86 FR 57986, Oct. 20, 2021] Appendix J1 to Part 305—Pool Heaters—Gas Range Information Manufacturer's rated heating capacities Range of thermal efficiencies Natural gas Propane Low High Low High All capacities 82.0 95.0 82.0 95.0 [87 FR 61476, Oct. 12, 2022] Appendix J2 to Part 305—Pool Heaters—Oil Range Information Manufacturer's rated heating capacities Range of thermal efficiencies Low High All capacities (*) (*) (*) No data. [87 FR 61476, Oct. 12, 2022] Appendix K1 to Part 305—Representative Average Unit Energy Costs for Refrigerators, Refrigerator-Freezers, Freezers, Clothes Washers, Dishwashers, and Water Heater Labels This table contains the representative unit energy costs that must be utilized to calculate estimated annual energy cost disclosures required under this part for refrigerators, refrigerator-freezers, freezers, clothes washers, dishwashers, and water heaters. This table is based on information published by the U.S. Department of Energy in 2022. Type of energy In commonly used terms As required by DOE test procedure Electricity ¢14/kWh 1 2 $.1400/kWh. Natural Gas $1.21/therm 3 5 6 $0.00001209/Btu. 4 No. 2 Heating Oil $3.45/gallon 7 $0.00002511/Btu. Propane $2.23/gallon 8 $0.00002446/Btu. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 [87 FR 61477, Oct. 12, 2022; 88 FR 1137, Jan. 9, 2023] Appendix K2 to Part 305—Representative Average Unit Energy Costs for Room Air Conditioner and Portable Air Conditioner Labels This table contains the representative unit energy costs that must be utilized to calculate estimated annual energy cost disclosures required under this part for room air conditioners and portable air conditioners. This table is based on information published by the U.S. Department of Energy in 2017. Type of energy In commonly used terms As required by DOE test procedure Electricity ¢13/kWh 1 $.1300/kWh. 1 [87 FR 61477, Oct. 12, 2022] Appendix L to Part 305—Sample Labels Prototype Label 8, Triangular Television Label Prototype Label 9, Horizontal Rectangular Television Label Prototype Label 10, Vertical Rectangular Television Label Sample Label 14, Triangular Television Labels Sample Label 15, Vertical Television Labels Sample Label 16, Horizontal Television Labels [59 FR 25212, May 13, 1994; 59 FR 34053, July 1, 1994. Redesignated at 59 FR 49565, Sept. 28, 1994] Editorial Note: For Federal Register www.govinfo.gov.

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