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16 C.F.R. §§ 305.14–305.19

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§305.14. Label content for refrigerators, refrigerator-freezers, and freezers.

16 C.F.R. § 305.14

(a)
Label content.
(1)
Headlines and texts, as illustrated in the prototype and sample labels in appendix L to this part, are standard for all labels.
(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):
(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:
(B)
For models covered under appendix A2 to this part, the sentence shall read:
(C)
For models covered under appendix A3 to this part, the sentence shall read:
(D)
For models covered under appendix A4 to this part, the sentence shall read:
(E)
For models covered under appendix A5 to this part, the sentence shall read:
(F)
For models covered under appendix A6 to this part, the sentence shall read:
(G)
For models covered under appendix A7 to this part, the sentence shall read:
(H)
For models covered under appendix A8 to this part, the sentence shall read:
(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):
(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:
(B)
For models covered under appendix B2 to this part, the sentence shall read:
(C)
For models covered under appendix B3 to this part, the sentence shall read:
(10)
The following statement shall appear on each label as illustrated in the prototype and sample labels in appendix L to this part:
(b)
Additional information. No marks or information other than that specified in this part shall appear on or directly adjoining this label except that:
(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.
Notes, amendments, and revision history

Amendments

[84 FR 58033, Oct. 30, 2019]

Authority

Authority: 42 U.S.C. 6294.

Source

Source: 52 FR 46894, Dec. 10, 1987, unless otherwise noted.

Amendments

[84 FR 58033, Oct. 30, 2019]

§305.15. Label content for clothes washers.

16 C.F.R. § 305.15

(a)
Label content.
(1)
Headlines and texts, as illustrated in the prototype and sample labels in appendix L to this part, are standard for all labels.
(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:
(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):
(11)
The following statement shall appear on each label as illustrated in the prototype and sample labels in appendix L:
(b)
Additional information. No marks or information other than that specified in this part shall appear on or directly adjoining this label except that:
(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.
Notes, amendments, and revision history

Amendments

[84 FR 58034, Oct. 30, 2019]

Authority

Authority: 42 U.S.C. 6294.

Source

Source: 52 FR 46894, Dec. 10, 1987, unless otherwise noted.

Amendments

[84 FR 58034, Oct. 30, 2019]

§305.16. Label content for dishwashers.

16 C.F.R. § 305.16

(a)
Label content.
(1)
Headlines and texts, as illustrated in the prototype and sample labels in appendix L to this part, are standard for all labels.
(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):
(10)
The following statement shall appear on each label as illustrated in the prototype and sample labels in appendix L to this part:
(b)
Additional information. No marks or information other than that specified in this part shall appear on or directly adjoining this label except that:
(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.
Notes, amendments, and revision history

Amendments

[84 FR 58035, Oct. 30, 2019]

Authority

Authority: 42 U.S.C. 6294.

Source

Source: 52 FR 46894, Dec. 10, 1987, unless otherwise noted.

Amendments

[84 FR 58035, Oct. 30, 2019]

§305.17. Label content for water heaters.

16 C.F.R. § 305.17

(a)
Label content.
(1)
Headlines and texts, as illustrated in the prototype and sample labels in appendix L to this part, are standard for all labels.
(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):
(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):
(10)
The following statement shall appear on each label as illustrated in the prototype and sample labels in appendix L:
(b)
Additional information. No marks or information other than that specified in this part shall appear on or directly adjoining this label except that:
(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.
Notes, amendments, and revision history

Amendments

[84 FR 58035, Oct. 30, 2019, as amended at 88 FR 1139, Jan. 9, 2023]

Authority

Authority: 42 U.S.C. 6294.

Source

Source: 52 FR 46894, Dec. 10, 1987, unless otherwise noted.

Amendments

[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.

16 C.F.R. § 305.18

(a)
Label content.
(1)
Headlines and texts, as illustrated in the prototype and sample labels in appendix L to this part, are standard for all labels.
(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):
(10)
The following statement shall appear on each label as illustrated in the prototype and sample labels in appendix L:
(b)
Additional information. No marks or information other than that specified in this part shall appear on or directly adjoining this label except that:
(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.
Notes, amendments, and revision history

Amendments

[84 FR 58036, Oct. 30, 2019, as amended at 86 FR 9282, Feb. 12, 2021]

Authority

Authority: 42 U.S.C. 6294.

Source

Source: 52 FR 46894, Dec. 10, 1987, unless otherwise noted.

Amendments

[84 FR 58036, Oct. 30, 2019, as amended at 86 FR 9282, Feb. 12, 2021]

§305.19. Label content for pool heaters.

16 C.F.R. § 305.19

(a)
Label content.
(1)
Headlines and texts, as illustrated in the prototype and sample labels in appendix L to this part, are standard for all labels.
(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. No marks or information other than that specified in this part shall appear on or directly adjoining this label except that:
(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.
Notes, amendments, and revision history

Amendments

[84 FR 58036, Oct. 30, 2019]

Authority

Authority: 42 U.S.C. 6294.

Source

Source: 52 FR 46894, Dec. 10, 1987, unless otherwise noted.

Amendments

[84 FR 58036, Oct. 30, 2019]