Most air conditioners, from residential to commercial, are of the highest energy class and comply with the EU energy classification regulations.
EU Energy Classification
According to the new EU regulations, energy classes are determined in the following way (EU 626/2011).
Seasonal efficiency shows the SEER and SCOP efficiency coefficients of the unit during the cooling and heating season, which better reflects actual consumption.
The new energy label also displays the sound power level.
Measurement Points
The measurement points for cooling are at outdoor temperatures of 20°, 25°, 30°, and 35°C, and the data for Strasbourg has been adopted as the reference for all of Europe.
For the heating mode, there is no single region for all of Europe; instead, it is divided into 3 climate zones, and the manufacturer independently selects a temperature point between -10°C and 2°C, for which different values are obtained at 100% heating load.
SEER and SCOP
SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio)
Indicates the seasonal efficiency coefficient in cooling mode. The higher the SEER, the more efficient the unit is at cooling and the less electrical energy it consumes.
SCOP (Seasonal Coefficient of Performance)
Indicates the seasonal performance coefficient in heating mode. The higher the SCOP, the more efficient the unit is at heating and the less electrical energy it consumes.
Operating Noise
The energy label lists the sound power levels for the indoor and outdoor unit. The noise level is expressed in dB(A) and is an important factor when choosing an air conditioner, especially for bedrooms and workspaces.
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