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ENERGY STAR® Program Requirements for
Residential Ceiling Fans
Partner Commitments
Commitment
The following are the terms of the ENERGY STAR Partnership Agreement as it pertains to the
manufacturing of ENERGY STAR qualified residential ceiling fans. The ENERGY STAR Partner must
adhere to the following program requirements:
• comply with current ENERGY STAR Eligibility Criteria, defining the performance criteria that must be
met for use of the ENERGY STAR certification mark on residential ceiling fans and specifying the
testing criteria for residential ceiling fans. EPA may, at its discretion, conduct tests on products that
are referred to as ENERGY STAR qualified. These products may be obtained on the open market, or
voluntarily supplied by Partner at EPA's request;
• comply with current ENERGY STAR Identity Guidelines, describing how the ENERGY STAR logos
and name may be used. Partner is responsible for adhering to these guidelines and for ensuring that
its authorized representatives, such as advertising agencies, dealers, and distributors, are also in
compliance;
• qualify at least one residential ceiling fan model within one year of activating the residential ceiling
fans portion of the agreement. When Partner qualifies the product, it must meet the specification
(e.g., Tier 1 or 2, if applicable) in effect at that time;
• provide clear and consistent labeling of ENERGY STAR qualified residential ceilings fans. The
ENERGY STAR mark must be clearly displayed on product packaging, in product literature (i.e., user
manuals, spec sheets, etc.), and on the manufacturer's Internet site where information about
ENERGY STAR qualified models is displayed;
• provide to EPA, on an annual basis an updated list of ENERGY STAR qualifying residential ceiling
fan models. Once the Partner submits its first list of ENERGY STAR qualified residential ceiling fan
models, the Partner will be listed as an ENERGY STAR Partner. Partner must provide annual
updates in order to remain on the list of participating product manufacturers;
• provide to EPA, on an annual basis, unit shipment data or other market indicators to assist in
determining the market penetration of ENERGY STAR. Specifically, Partner must submit the total
number of ENERGY STAR qualified residential ceiling fans shipped (in units by model) or an
equivalent measurement as agreed to in advance by EPA and Partner. Partner is also encouraged to
provide ENERGY STAR qualified unit shipment data segmented by meaningful product
characteristics (e.g., capacity, size, speed, or other as relevant), total unit shipments for each model
in its product line, and percent of total unit shipments that qualify as ENERGY STAR. The data for
each calendar year should be submitted to EPA, preferably in electronic format, no later than the
following March and may be provided directly from the Partner or through a third party. The data will
be used by EPA only for program evaluation purposes and will be closely controlled. If requested
under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), EPA will argue that the data is exempt. Any
information used will be masked by EPA so as to protect the confidentiality of the Partner;
• notify EPA of a change in the designated responsible party or contacts for residential ceiling fans
within 30 days.
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Performance for Special Distinction
In order to receive additional recognition and/or support from EPA for its efforts within the
Partnership, the ENERGY STAR Partner may consider the following voluntary measures and should keep
EPA informed on the progress of these efforts:
• consider energy efficiency improvements in company facilities and pursue the ENERGY STAR label
for buildings;
• purchase ENERGY STAR qualified products. Revise the company purchasing or procurement
specifications to include ENERGY STAR. Provide procurement officials' contact information to EPA
for periodic updates and coordination. Circulate general ENERGY STAR qualified product
information to employees for use when purchasing products for their homes;
• ensure the power management feature is enabled on all ENERGY STAR qualified monitors in use in
company facilities, particularly upon installation and after service is performed;
• provide general information about the ENERGY STAR program to employees whose jobs are relevant
to the development, marketing, sales, and service of current ENERGY STAR qualified product
models;
• feature the ENERGY STAR on Partner Web site and in other promotional materials. If information
concerning ENERGY STAR is provided on the Partner Web site as specified by the ENERGY STAR
Web Linking Policy (this document can be found in the Partner Resources section on the ENERGY
STAR Web site at www.enerqvstar.gov). EPA may provide links where appropriate to the Partner
Web site;
• provide a simple plan to EPA outlining specific measures Partner plans to undertake beyond the
program requirements listed above. By doing so, EPA may be able to coordinate, communicate,
and/or promote Partner's activities, provide an EPA representative, or include news about the event
in the ENERGY STAR newsletter, on the ENERGY STAR Web pages, etc. The plan may be as
simple as providing a list of planned activities or planned milestones that Partner would like EPA to be
aware of. For example, activities may include: (1) increase the availability of ENERGY STAR
qualified products by converting the entire product line within two years to meet ENERGY STAR
guidelines; (2) demonstrate the economic and environmental benefits of energy efficiency through
special in-store displays twice a year; (3) provide information to users (via the Web site and user's
manual) about energy-saving features and operating characteristics of ENERGY STAR qualified
products, and (4) build awareness of the ENERGY STAR Partnership and brand identity by
collaborating with EPA on one print advertorial and one live press event;
• provide quarterly, written updates to EPA as to the efforts undertaken by Partner to increase
availability of ENERGY STAR qualified products, and to promote awareness of ENERGY STAR and
its message.
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ENERGY STAR® Program Requirements for
Residential Ceiling Fans
Eligibility Criteria
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Below is the Version 2.2 product specification for ENERGY STAR qualified residential ceiling fans. A
product must meet all of the identified criteria to earn the ENERGY STAR.
1) Definitions: Below are the definitions of the relevant terms in this document. For lighting or light kit
related terminology and definitions, refer to section 1) Definitions in the ENERGY STAR Version 4.2
Specification for Residential Light Fixtures.
A. Residential Ceiling Fan: A non-portable device designed for home use that is suspended from the
ceiling for circulating air via the rotation of fan blades. Some ceiling fans also have an integral or
attachable light kit.
B. Light Kit: A complete lighting unit consisting of lamp(s) and ballasting (when applicable) or LED
Light Engine(s), together with the parts designed to distribute the light, position and protect the
lamps, and connect the lamps to the mains. Light kits can be:
• Integral - the light kit is attached to the ceiling fan housing at the time of purchase. This
type of a light kit is integrated into the bottom cap of the fan and cannot be removed or
replaced with another light kit.
• Attachable - the light kit is not, at the time of sale, physically attached to the fan. The
light kit must be attached to the ceiling fan for the lights to work. Attachable light kits
might be included inside the ceiling fan box at the time of sale or sold separately for
subsequent attachment to the fan.
C. Controls: Controls enable the user to turn on/off or adjust the lighting and fan movement.
Controls may be in the form of pull chain, slide switch, wall switch/panel, or remote control.
D. Airflow: The rate of air movement at a specific fan setting expressed in cubic feet per minute
(CFM). Airflow is determined from testing done using the Solid State Test Method as defined in
EPA's ENERGY STAR Testing Facility Guidance Manual: Building a Testing Facility and
Performing the Solid State Test Method for ENERGY STAR Qualified Ceiling Fans.
E. Airflow Efficiency: The ratio of airflow divided by power at a specific residential ceiling fan setting
expressed in CFM per watt (CFM/watt). Airflow and power are determined from testing done
using the Solid State Test Method as defined in EPA's ENERGY STAR Testing Facility Guidance
Manual: Building a Testing Facility and Performing the Solid State Test Method for ENERGY
STAR Qualified Ceiling Fans.
F. Power Consumption: Defined as the active power and expressed in watts. Power consumption is
measured during residential ceiling fan testing at a specific speed using the test procedure
described in EPA's ENERGY STAR Testing Facility Guidance Manual: Building a Testing Facility
and Performing the Solid State Test Method for ENERGY STAR Qualified Ceiling Fans.
G. Solid State Test Method: A test method that specifies the apparatus and testing protocol for
measuring a residential ceiling fan's airflow and power consumption. The method utilizes a hot-
wire anemometer and requires a temperature controlled room and computer for recording test
data.
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H. Hugger Fan: A fan style where the motor mounts directly to the ceiling. Hugger fans are most
commonly used in rooms with low ceilings. Hugger fans are manufactured and marketed as
such and should not be confused with multi-mount (traditional) fans that can be hung without the
down rod, giving the same effect as a hugger fan. Hugger fans are designed to allow installations
on 7'6" - 8' height ceilings when using a fan light kit in a location where walking under the fan will
occur.
2) Qualifying Products: In order to qualify as ENERGY STAR, a residential ceiling fan must meet the
definition in Section 1A and the specification requirements provided in Sections 3 through 7, below.
Ceiling fan light kits, integral and attachable, must meet the definition in Section 1B and the
requirements provided in Appendix A. Hugger fans cannot qualify as ENERGY STAR under this
Version 2.2 specification.
3) Performance Specification and Lighting Requirements for Qualifying Products:
A. Airflow Efficiency
Qualifying products shall meet or exceed the following minimum requirements for total airflow and
airflow efficiency when operating in a downward-blowing direction. Models sold with light kits or
integrated light sources must be tested with those light sources mounted in their intended position
and switched off. The representative model's (i.e, unit shipped to test facility) measured performance
may vary by 5 percent of the performance levels provided in Table 1, below, at the time of testing and
still be deemed compliant with this specification. These test results may then be used to represent
the performance of all individual units sold under the same brand and model name, including those
units sold with different finishes (as listed on the ENERGY STAR qualifying product list). Each
individual unit must perform within 5 percent of the tested representative model to be compliant with
this specification.
As of October 1, 2004, tested representative model (i.e., unit shipped to test facility) must meet the
minimum requirements listed in Table 1, below, without the assistance of the 5 percent tolerance at
the time of testing. Once a representative model has qualified as ENERGY STAR, all additional units
manufactured under the same model name/number, and found in the distribution channel (i.e., retail),
must perform within 5 percent of the tested performance levels submitted to EPA and listed on the
ENERGY STAR Web site.
Table 1 -Air Flow Efficiency Requirements
Fan Speed
Minimum Airflow
Efficiency Requirement
Low
1,250 CFM
155 CFM/watt
Medium
3,000 CFM
100 CFM/watt
High
5,000 CFM
75 CFM/watt
This specification defines residential ceiling fan airflow efficiency on a performance basis: CFM of
airflow per watt of power consumed by the motor and controls. This treats the motor, blades, and
controls as a system, allowing multiple approaches to reach a given efficiency level. Efficiency is to
be measured on each of three fan speeds (low, medium, high) using the "Solid State Test Method,"
which is explained in more detail in EPA's ENERGY STAR Testing Facility Guidance Manual: Building
a Testing Facility and Performing the Solid State Test Method for ENERGY STAR Qualified Ceiling
Fans.
For those ceiling fan models that offer more than three speeds (e.g., low, medium, high),
manufacturer may choose the three individual speed settings that should be used to comply with the
performance levels set forth in Table 1 above. However, at the time of testing measurements should
be taken and reported for all discrete operating speeds. If more than three speeds are listed in the
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Performance Table, required in Section 7 of this specification, manufacturer should indicate which
speeds qualify as ENERGY STAR.
B. Lighting
All integral and attachable light kits must meet the requirements found in Appendix A of this ENERGY
STAR specification. Partner should use the Ceiling Fan Qualified Product Information (QPI) form to
report qualifying light kits.
Qualifying residential ceiling fans sold without integral or attachable light kits must provide information
on product packaging or with product instructions regarding ENERGY STAR qualifying light kits that
may be used with that particular residential ceiling fan.
4) Controls: Qualifying products shall permit convenient consumer adjustment of fan speed. This may
be accomplished by means of one or more wall-mounted switch(es), a remote control, or readily
accessible pull chains. For purposes of this specification, "readily accessible" shall be defined as a
length sufficient to reach a height of no more than 80 inches (203 cm) above the floor when the
residential ceiling fan is mounted according to the residential ceiling fan's installation instructions. For
those residential ceiling fans that can accommodate light kits, the lights and the fans must be able to
be controlled separately, allowing users to switch off lights during fan operation or operate the lights
without using the residential ceiling fan.
Qualifying products shall also provide for consumer adjustment of airflow direction (upward or
downward) by one of the following means:
• A vertically or horizontally mounted slide switch on the motor housing. For vertically
mounted switches, the downward position must correspond to downward airflow. For
horizontally mounted switches, airflow direction must be clearly identified on the switch
housing or within the product literature.
• A wall-mounted switch
• A remote control
• A readily accessible pull chain
5) Sound: No requirements at this time.
6) Minimum Warranty: Qualifying products shall provide a warranty of at least 30 years for the motor
and at least one year for all other components of qualifying residential ceiling fans. All ceiling fan light
kits (i.e., integral and sold separately) also shall meet applicable warranty requirements as listed in
Appendix A.
7) Consumer Information: In addition to the ENERGY STAR mark, packaging of ENERGY STAR
qualified residential ceiling fan models shall also state airflow, fan power consumption, and airflow
efficiency at each of their three operating speeds, as determined by the test procedures specified in
Section 3A, Airflow Efficiency. If the ceiling fan model offers more than three speeds, performance
results should be provided for all speeds on the packaging, indicating which three speeds were used
to qualify the fan as ENERGY STAR. This information shall appear in the following form on the
outside portion of the package:
Fan Speed
Airflow
Fan Power Consumption
(without lights)
Airflow Efficiency
(higher is better)
Low
CFM
watts
CFM/watt
Medium
CFM
watts
CFM/watt
High
CFM
watts
CFM/watt
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Product operating and installation instructions shall include a short list of standardized information
regarding how to operate the products efficiently. This list shall include, at a minimum, information
about the following topics:
• adjusting fan speed and direction for season and room occupancy to maximize energy
savings
• HVAC thermostat adjustment for energy savings when a ceiling fan is in use
• proper mounting distance from the ceiling to maximize efficient operation
• how to find proper replacement lamps for the light kit, if included
8) Testing and Reporting Procedures: Manufacturers are required to perform tests and self-certify
each representative model that they intend to qualify as ENERGY STAR. In performing these tests,
laboratories must use the test method described in EPA's ENERGY STAR Testing Facility Guidance
Manual: Building a Testing Facility and Performing the Solid State Test Method for ENERGY STAR
Qualified Ceiling Fans. When testing ceiling fan light kits, manufacturers must meet the testing and
documentation requirements included in Appendix A.
A. Laboratory Testing
Under this specification, ceiling fans may only be tested by those laboratories that meet the
guidelines provided in EPA's ENERGY STAR Testing Facility Guidance Manual and have been
approved to test for ENERGY STAR qualification. EPA will conduct annual "round-robin" testing of
these laboratories (i.e. calibrations), to verify that test results fall within +/- 5 percent of each other.
This process will be performed using a reference fan provided by EPA. Laboratories that can test
and qualify ceiling fans under ENERGY STAR, can be downloaded from the ENERGY STAR Web
site at www.enerqvstar.gov/partners. Additional direction regarding the laboratory calibration
procedure is provided in EPA's ENERGY STAR Testing Facility Guidance Manual: Building a Testing
Facility and Performing the Solid State Test Method for ENERGY STAR Qualified Ceiling Fans.
B. Reporting Reguirements
The company whose brand name appears on the product packaging shall, for purposes of this
specification, be considered the manufacturer. Manufacturers must complete a QPI form when
submitting qualified products to EPA. This form must be accompanied by reports from a qualified
laboratory containing airflow, power consumption, airflow efficiency data, and lighting test results
(where applicable) for each residential ceiling fan model and light kits proposed for qualification.
Families of residential ceiling fan models that are identical in every respect but finish may be qualified
through submission of test data for a single representative model. Likewise, models that are
unchanged or that differ only in finish from those sold in a previous year may remain qualified without
the submission of new test data, assuming the specification remains unchanged. However, separate
test data are required for all models that differ in any of the following characteristics:
• motor type or size
• rotational speed
• control type (if included with fan)
• blade weight, number, size, or pitch
• housing (i.e., size, design, ventilation)
C. Product Performance Review Process
To the extent ENERGY STAR is a self-certification program, EPA relies on the integrity of
participating companies to ensure all products for which ENERGY STAR claims are made, meet all
aspects of the ENERGY STAR performance specification. When mistakes are made and products
are mislabeled or fail to perform as expected, EPA is committed to ensuring prompt corrective action.
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In the event EPA is provided test data or other product information indicating a performance problem
or mislabeling situation, EPA will take the following steps:
1. Inform the product manufacturer about the apparent performance and/or labeling problem.
2. Ask the product manufacturer to withdraw the product (i.e. model number) from the ENERGY
STAR qualified product list and stop labeling -OR- affirm the basis for qualification by supplying
any relevant test data not already provided.
3. In the event that a definitive conclusion cannot be reached based on the manufacturer's
response, EPA will make every effort to test the product in question as part of its in-use screening
initiative.
4. If EPA concludes, based on testing performed on behalf of EPA in accordance with the ENERGY
STAR specified test procedure, that the product in question does not fully qualify with the
ENERGY STAR performance criteria, the product manufacturer will be asked to provide a
"corrective action" plan to EPA outlining the process by which the product will be modified and
retested so that qualification with the specification will be demonstrated within 90 days. If the
product manufacturer fails to submit a corrective action plan or exceeds the deadline for
implementing it, the product in question will be removed from the Qualified Product List on the
ENERGY STAR Web site.
9) Effective Date: The date that manufacturers may begin to qualify products as ENERGY STAR, under
the Version 2.2 specification, will be defined as the effective date of the agreement. The ENERGY
STAR Residential Ceiling Fan (Version 2.2) specification shall become effective on June 2, 2008.
Products qualified under Version 2.1 remain qualified under Version 2.2.
A. Qualifying and Labeling Products Under the Version 2.2 Specification: All products, including
models originally qualified under Version 2.1, with a date of manufacture on or after June 2'
2008, must meet the Version 2.2 requirements in order to bear the ENERGY STAR mark on the
product or in product literature. The date of manufacture is specific to each unit and is the date
(e.g., month and year) on which a unit is considered to be completely assembled.
B. Elimination of Grandfathering: EPA will not allow grandfathering under this Version 2.2 ENERGY
STAR specification. ENERGY STAR qualification under Version 2.2 is not automatically
granted for the life of the product model. Therefore any product sold, marketed, or identified
by the manufacturing partner as ENERGY STAR qualified must meet the current specification in
effect at that time.
10) Future Specification Revisions: ENERGY STAR reserves the right to change the specification
should technological and/or market changes affect its usefulness to consumers, industry, or the
environment. In keeping with current policy, revisions to the specification are arrived at through
industry discussions.
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APPENDIX A: Ceiling Fan Light Kit Requirements
Exclusion of magnetic ballasts: Light kits that use magnetic ballasts cannot be ENERGY STAR
qualified under this specification.
Self-ballasted pin based lamps: Light kits that use a self-ballasted pin based lamp can be ENERGY
STAR qualified light kits if all applicable requirements for qualifying products are met. This includes the
requirement that the average rated life of the lamp must meet or exceed 10,000 hours and that the
maximum measured ballast case temperature during normal operation inside the light kit does not exceed
the ballast manufacturer maximum recommended temperature.
Allowance for decorative-only LEDs (LED Hybrid Light Kits): LEDs used only as decorative lighting
elements in ceiling fan light kits are allowed as long as the total wattage of the LEDs does not exceed five
(5) watts, the average LED system (LED and driver) efficacy is at least 20 lumens per watt, and the LED
is used to supplement a primary light source that meets all of the applicable performance characteristics
outlined in the Eligibility Criteria. This requirement applies to LED "hybrid" light kits. For documentation
requirements, please send an email request to RLF@icfi.com.
Table 1 - Ceiling Fan Light Kits: Requirements for Light Kits Employing Conventional Lighting
Technologies (see table 3 for kits employing LED light kits)
Performance Characteristic
ENERGY STAR Specification
Note: Only electronic ballasts may be used to meet the requirements of this table. In addition, light kits that
utilize compact fluorescent lamps that do not have a plug-in base (i.e use a mogul, medium, or other screw
base) are not eligible to earn the ENERGY STAR.
Combined Lamp & Ballast Requirements:
System Efficacy Per Lamp
Ballast Platform in Lumens Per
Watt (LPW)1,
> 50 LPW for all lamp types below 30 total listed lamp watts.
> 60 LPW for all lamp types that are < 24 inches and > 30 total listed
lamp watts.
> 70 LPW for all lamp types that are > 24 inches and > 30 total listed
lamp watts.
1 Efficacy shall be determined by the following equation:
Efficacy [Lumens per Watt] = Measured Lamp Lumens fLumensl
Measured Input Power [Watts]
Lamp Lumens: Lamp lumens must be measured using the lamp and ballast that are shipped with the light
kit.
Input Power: Input power must be measured with the lamp and ballast that are shipped with the light kit.
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Performance Characteristic
ENERGY STAR Specification
Lamp Requirements:
Lamp Life
For lamps shipped with the light kits, the average rated life of the lamp
must be > 10,000 hours.
Lumen Maintenance
Lamp shall have an average rated lumen maintenance of at least 80%
of initial lamp lumens at 40% (4,000 hours minimum) rated lamp life.
Color Rendering Index (CRI)
CRI for lamps used in light kit must be > 80.
Correlated Color Temperature
Lamps must have one of the following designated correlated color
temperatures (CCT): 2700K, 3000K, 3500K, 4100K, 5000K, or6500K.
Lamp/Lampholder Compatibility
Lamps must utilize an ANSI/IEC standardized lamp base configuration,
as defined by ANSI C81.61 and IEC 60061-1.
The lampholder must be designed to accept lamps with ANSI/IEC
standardized lamp base configurations for all applicable wattages. For
example, if the ballast can operate lamps with multiple wattages (e.g.,
an 18W, 26W, or 32W lamp) then the lampholder must be designed to
accept lamps with ANSI/IEC standardized lamp base configurations for
all three applicable wattages.
In addition, lamps shall either:
• Meet the requirements of an ANSI/IEC standardized lamp
specification sheet, as defined by ANSI C78.901-2001 and IEC
60901 (for compact fluorescent lamps) or ANSI C78.81-2001
and IEC 60081 (for linear lamps) if an applicable standard
exists, or,
• If no ANSI/IEC lamp standard exists (e.g., a spiral compact
fluorescent lamp), a custom lamp specification sheet must be
provided at the time of submittal
Lamp Labeling Requirement
A manufacturer designation that encompasses the lamp manufacturer
name, wattage, correlated color temperature, and color rendering index
must be labeled on the lamp or lamp base.
Electronic Ballast Reauirements
(Note: Maanetic Ballasts Mav Not Be Used in Liqht Kits):
General
Per ANSI C82.11 Section 5 except paragraph 5.3.1.
Lamp Start Time
The time needed after switching on the lamp to start continuously and
remain illuminated must be an average of one second or less.
Power Factor
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Lamp Current Crest Factor
< 1.7
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Performance Characteristic
ENERGY STAR Specification
Maximum Measured Ballast
Case Temperature During
Normal Operation Inside Light
kit(s)
Not to exceed the ballast manufacturer maximum recommended ballast
case temperature during normal operation inside a light kit.
Note: This performance characteristic is separate and distinct from
thermal requirements established by UL, which governs safety rather
than longevity of the ballast. All qualified light kits are expected to meet
this requirement
Electromagnetic and Radio
Frequency Interference
Ballast must meet FCC requirements for consumer use (FCC 47 CFR
Part 18 Consumer Emission Limits)
Ballast Frequency
20 to 33 kHz or >40 kHz
Transient Protection
Per ANSI C82.11b, paragraph 5.10.1 (100kHz Ring Wave, 2.5kV, both
common mode and differential mode, 7 strikes)
End of Life Protection
All ballasts that operate lamps sized T5 and smaller must contain an
end of life protection circuit. For ballasts that operate multiple lamps
and are required to have end of life protection, the ballast must shut
down no more than two lamps when one of the lamps has reached end
of life. For example, a light kit with one ballast and five lamps must not
shut down more than the lamp that has reached end of life plus one
additional lamp.
Dimming
Light kits that utilize dimmable ballasts shall be dimmable from 100% to
30%, or less, of maximum light output, or be switchable to three levels
of brightness, not including the off position.
Safety - Ballasts and "Non
Edison base Fluorescent
Adapters"
The cover page of a safety test report or a general coverage statement
must be provided to demonstrate compliance with ANSI/UL 935 or UL
1993, as appropriate.
Liaht Kit Reauirements
Light Kit Warranty
A written warranty must be included with light kit packaging at the time
of shipment, which covers repair or replacement of defective parts of
the light kit housing and electronics (excluding the lamp) for a minimum
of two years from the date of purchase.
Noise
Class A sound rating for electronic ballasts within the light kit, not to
exceed a measured level of 24 dBA (audible) when the ballast is
installed in the light kit.
Lamp Shipment Requirement
All light kits must be shipped with the lamp(s).
Replaceable ballast
Ballasts in all light kits must be accessible and removable by an
electrician without the cutting of wires and without damage to the
housing or decorative elements of the light kit.
Safety - Hardwired Light kits^
The cover page of a safety test report or a general coverage statement
must be provided to demonstrate compliance with UL 1598.
Product Packaging for
Consumer Awareness
Requirements
Product packaging language is required that clearly describes the
nominal color designation of the lamp in units of Kelvin (i.e., 2700K,
3000K, 3500K, 4100K, 5000K, or6500K).
2 Regarding ceiling fans that are intended to be used outdoors, light kits must be compliant with NFPA 70, the
National Electrical Code (NEC), including requirements for damp locations (Articles 410-4a and Article 100).
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Table 2 - Reference Standards and Required Documentation for Light Kits Employing
Conventional Lighting Technologies (see table 3 for kits employing LED light kits)
Performance
Characteristic
Methods of Measurement
Reference Standards
Required Documentation
(to be attached to QPI Form)
Note: refer to Appendix A, Table 1, as appropriate.
System Efficacy:
Lamp Lumens
Input Power
IESNA LM-9; LM-66;
ANSI C82.2
Laboratory test results must be produced
using the specific lamp and ballast
combination that will operate in the light kit.
For this test, a sample of three or more
lamps must be used. Two of the three
samples must pass in order to qualify for
ENERGY STAR.
Provide:
1. a test report from a laboratory accredited
by NVLAP or one of its MRA signatories;
or
2. an EPA approved Platform Letter of
Qualification that lists the lamp/ballast
combination used in the light kit and the
test result for this performance
characteristic; or
3. EPA-approved documentation from an
industry association, such as the
NEMA/ALA matrices.
Note: If the laboratory used for this test is
accredited by NVLAP or one of its MRA
signatories it must also have a scope of
accreditation that includes the method of
measurement reference standard for this
performance characteristic.
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Performance
Characteristic
Methods of Measurement
Reference Standards
Required Documentation
(to be attached to QPI Form)
Lamp Start Time
ANSI C82.11-5.2
Laboratory test results must be produced
using the specific lamp and ballast
combination that will operate in the light kit.
For this test, a sample of three or more
lamps must be used. Two of the three
samples must pass in order to qualify for
ENERGY STAR.
Provide:
1. a test report from a laboratory accredited
by NVLAP or one of its MRA signatories;
or
2. an EPA approved Platform Letter of
Qualification that lists the lamp/ballast
combination used in the light kit and the
test result for this performance
characteristic; or
3. EPA-approved documentation from an
industry association, such as the
NEMA/ALA matrices; or
4. a test report from an OSHA NRTL
laboratory.
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Performance
Characteristic
Methods of Measurement
Reference Standards
Required Documentation
(to be attached to QPI Form)
Lamp Life
IESNA LM-40-01; LM-65-01;
IEC 60091; IEC 60901;
ANSI C82.1; ANSI C82.11
Laboratory test results must be produced
using the specific lamp that will operate in
the light kit and either the ballast that will
operate in the light kit or a commercially
available ballast that meets the applicable
ANSI ballast requirements for the lamp being
tested. For this test, a sample often or more
lamps must be used.
Provide:
1. a test report from a laboratory accredited
by NVLAP or one of its MRA signatories;
or
2. an EPA approved Platform Letter of
Qualification that lists the lamp/ballast
combination used in the light kit and the
test result for this performance
characteristic; or
3. EPA-approved documentation from an
industry association, such as the
NEMA/ALA matrices; or
4. a test report from an ISO 9000 registered
facility.
Manufacturers may obtain ENERGY STAR
conditional qualification for their light kit if all
of the following items are provided:
1) A letter on letterhead from a NVLAP
laboratory, one of its MRA signatories, or an
ISO 9000 registered facility demonstrating
lamp life testing has begun.
2) A laboratory report proving that testing has
been completed for at least 40% of rated life.
3) The date for testing completion.
Conditional approval will only be granted for
a period of no longer than 325 days.
Note: If the laboratory used for this test is
accredited by NVLAP or one of its MRA
signatories it must also have a scope of
accreditation that includes the method of
measurement reference standard for this
performance characteristic.
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Performance
Characteristic
Methods of Measurement
Reference Standards
Required Documentation
(to be attached to QPI Form)
Lumen Maintenance
IESNA LM-40-01; IESNA
LM-9-99; IESNA LM-65-01;
IESNA LM-66-00; ANSI
C78.5
Laboratory test results must be produced
using the specific lamp that will operate in
the light kit. For this test, a sample often or
more lamps must be used to demonstrate
that at least 80% of the samples achieved
the required lumen maintenance value.
Provide:
1. a test report from a laboratory accredited
by NVLAP, one of its MRA signatories;
or
2. an EPA approved Platform Letter of
Qualification that lists the lamp/ballast
combination used in the light kit and the
test result for this performance
characteristic; or
3. EPA-approved documentation from an
industry association, such as the
NEMA/ALA matrices; or
4. a test report from an ISO 9000 registered
facility.
Color Rendering Index
IESNA LM-58; CIE 13.3
Laboratory test results must be produced
using the specific lamp that will operate in
the light kit. For this test, a sample often or
more lamps must be used to demonstrate
that at least 80% of the samples achieved
the required color rendering index value.
Provide:
1. a test report from a laboratory accredited
by NVLAP or one of its MRA signatories;
or
2. an EPA approved Platform Letter of
Qualification that lists the lamp/ballast
combination used in the light kit and the
test result for this performance
characteristic; or
3. EPA-approved documentation from an
industry association, such as the
NEMA/ALA matrices.
Note: If the laboratory used for this test is
accredited by NVLAP or one of its MRA
signatories it must also have a scope of
accreditation that includes the method of
measurement reference standard for this
performance characteristic.
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Performance
Characteristic
Methods of Measurement
Reference Standards
Required Documentation
(to be attached to QPI Form)
Correlated Color
Temperature
IESNA LM-58; LM-16
ENERGY STAR Program Require nents for Residential Ceiling Fans: V
Laboratory test results must be produced
using the specific lamp that will operate in
the light kit. For this test, a sample often or
more lamps must be used. Test results must
demonstrate that at least 90% of the lamps
tested fall within a 7-step ANSI Mac Adam
ellipse.
Provide:
1. a test report from a laboratory accredited
by NVLAP, one of its MRA signatories;
or
2. an EPA approved Platform Letter of
Qualification that lists the lamp/ballast
combination used in the light kit and the
test result for this performance
characteristic; or
3. EPA-approved documentation from an
industry association, such as the
NEMA/ALA matrices; or
4. a test report from an ISO 9000 registered
facility.
It is also intended that the lamp manufacturer
will meet the following quality requirements
during the production runs of each lamp
model:
1. The lamp manufacturer is required to
maintain color control such that a
minimum of 90 percent of the
ongoing production (as represented
by samples tested from each
production shift for the same color
and when typically evaluated over 12
month period) will fall within the 7
step Mac Adam color ellipse
associated with the designated
(manufacturer declared) target color.
2. For the purposes of meeting color
control the lamp manufacturer must
maintain testing equipment
calibrated to international practices
and standards and must compile the
ongoing color control data in a
manner so that is can be easily
reviewed upon EPA request.
3. At a minimum, the manufacturer's
color quality control program must
maintain the following information for
a 3-year period:
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Performance
Characteristic
Methods of Measurement
Reference Standards
Required Documentation
(to be attached to QPI Form)
a. Test dates and sample size
(minimum of two lamps per
production shift)
b. Test results (x,y) for each
sample lamp measured
c. Test results (all x,y data) for
sample lamps plotted
graphically against the
designated seven step color
ellipse and available for
review at least on a quarterly
basis
d. Records to substantiate that
90 percent of the (x,y) data
points fall within the
applicable seven (7) step
Mac Adam ellipse.
Manufacturers are
encouraged to exceed this
target.
Noise
Class A sound rating for
electronic ballasts within the
light kit, not to exceed a
measured level of 24 dBA
(audible) when the ballast is
installed in the light kit and is
measured using a sound
meter (similar in
performance to B&K type
2209) where the microphone
is located 12 inches from the
light kit in any direction.
No supplemental documentation required.
Note: A laboratory test report must be
submitted upon EPA request.
Light Kit Warranty
No Standard Available
(Use manufacturer protocol)
Provide a copy of the actual two-year light kit
manufacturer written warranty that is
included with product packaging.
Dimming
No Standard Available
(Use manufacturer protocol)
No supplemental documentation required.
Note: A laboratory test report proving the
light kit is dimmable from 100% to 30% must
be submitted upon EPA request.
Lamp/Lampholder
Compatibility:
Lamp Base Configuration
ANSI C81.61; IEC 60061-1
Provide manufacturer data indicating the
lamp base type used.
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Performance
Characteristic
Methods of Measurement
Reference Standards
Required Documentation
(to be attached to QPI Form)
Lamps Compliant with an
ANSI-IEC Standard (for
lamp dimensions and
electrical parameters)
ANSI C78.901-2001; ANSI
C78.81-2001; IEC 60901;
IEC 60081
Provide manufacturer data indicating
applicable ANSI-IEC lamp data sheet
number.
Lamps Not Compliant with
an ANSI-IEC Standard (for
lamp dimensions and
electrical parameters)
ANSI C78.901-2001; ANSI
C78.81-2001 (used as a
reference for the format and
type of information required
on a custom lamp
specification sheet)
Provide a manufacturer lamp specification
sheet that describes the following (use the
ANSI lamp data sheets found in ANSI
C78.901 and C78.81 as a reference for the
format and type of information requested):
1. Lamp Description, including:
• Lamp Model Number
• Nominal Wattage
• Bulb Designation / Lamp Size (i.e.,
T4, T5, T8, etc.)
• Lamp Base Type as defined by
ANSI C81.61 or IEC 60061-1 (i.e.,
2G13, GR10q, etc.)
• Starting Circuit Application (i.e.,
rapid start, preheat, etc.)
2. Dimensional Characteristics, including
diagram
3. Lamp Operating Characteristics,
including:
• Approximate wattage (W)
• Voltage( V)
• Current (A)
Lamp Labeling
Requirement
No Standard Available
(Use manufacturer protocol)
Provide a copy of the actual language that
will be included on the base of the lamp.
Replaceable Ballast
No Standard Available
(Use manufacturer protocol)
Provide a copy of the language that includes
guidance on ballast replacement and states
that the ballast is replaceable with the use of
a "qualified electrician."
Safety: Indoor
• Hardwired Light kits
• Ballasts and "Non-
Edison based
Fluorescent Adapters"
UL1598
ANSI/UL 935 or UL 1993
Provide the cover page of a safety test report
or a general coverage statement from an
OSHA NRTL laboratory.
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Performance
Characteristic
Methods of Measurement
Reference Standards
Required Documentation
(to be attached to QPI Form)
Safety: Outdoor
NFPA 70, the National
Electrical Code (NEC),
including requirements for
wet locations when
applicable (Articles 410-4a
and Article 100)
Provide the cover page of a safety test report
or a general coverage statement from an
OSHA NRTL laboratory. Include evidence of
a Rain Test for Wet Locations, when
applicable.
Power Factor
ANSI C82.11-3.3.1
Laboratory test results must be produced
using the specific ballast that will operate in
the light kit. For this test, a sample of three
or more ballasts must be used. At least two
of the three samples must pass in order to
qualify for ENERGY STAR.
Provide:
1. a test report from a laboratory accredited
by NVLAP or one of its MRA signatories;
or
2. an EPA approved Platform Letter of
Qualification that lists the lamp/ballast
combination used in the light kit and the
test result for this performance
characteristic; or
3. EPA-approved documentation from an
industry association, such as the
NEMA/ALA matrices; or
4. a test report from the manufacturer
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Performance
Characteristic
Methods of Measurement
Reference Standards
Required Documentation
(to be attached to QPI Form)
Lamp Current
Crest Factor
ANSI C82.11-3.3.3 and 5.6
ANSI C82.1-5.6.1
Laboratory test results must be produced
using the specific ballast that will operate in
the light kit. For this test, a sample of three
or more ballasts must be used. At least two
of the three samples must pass in order to
qualify for ENERGY STAR.
Provide:
1. a test report from a laboratory accredited
by NVLAP or one of its MRA signatories;
or
2. an EPA approved Platform Letter of
Qualification that lists the lamp/ballast
combination used in the light kit and the
test result for this performance
characteristic; or
3. EPA-approved documentation from an
industry association, such as the
NEMA/ALA matrices; or
4. a test report from an OSHA NRTL
laboratory.
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Performance
Characteristic
Methods of Measurement
Reference Standards
Required Documentation
(to be attached to QPI Form)
Measured Maximum Ballast
Case Temperature During
Normal Operation Inside
Light kit(s)
UL 1598, Section 11
(Acceptable when the
thermocouple is placed at
the hot-spot location
indicated by the ballast
manufacturer.)
-OR-
Lighting Research Center
(LRC) "Proposed Durability
Testing Method:
Temperature" available at
htto://www. lrc.roi.edu/Droara
ms/liahtinaTransformation/o
df/durabilitvTestinaFinalReo
ort.odf
Note: All qualified light kits
are expected to meet the
Measured Maximum Ballast
Case Temperature During
Normal Operation Inside
Light kit(s) requirement.
Laboratory test results must be produced
using the light kit with the highest operating
temperature among all light kits being
qualified, the specific ballast that will operate
in the light kit, and a lamp with the same
wattage and lamp type (e.g., triple-tube,
quad tube, spiral) that will operate in the light
kit. For this test, a sample of one or more
light kits must be used.
The supplemental documentation should
include the following:
• Light kit model(s) tested
• Lamp model(s) and ballast model(s)
tested
• Measured maximum ballast case
temperatures
• Ambient temperature
• Test procedure, including description
of light kit installation, thermocouple
location(s), and time that elapsed
before readings were taken.
• Ballast Manufacturer Maximum
Recommended Case Temperature
During Normal Operation Inside the
Light kit(s)
• Ballast Hot Spot Location Diagram
from the ballast manufacturer
Provide a test report from:
1. a laboratory accredited by NVLAP or one
of its MRA signatories; or
2. an OSHA NRTL laboratory; or
3. the light kit or ballast manufacturer
Electromagnetic and Radio
Frequency Interference
Consumer Limits Per FCC
47CFR Part 18.305 and
18.307
No supplemental documentation required.
Note: A laboratory test report must be
submitted upon EPA request.
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Performance
Characteristic
Methods of Measurement
Reference Standards
Required Documentation
(to be attached to QPI Form)
Ballast Frequency
Oscilloscope instruction
manual
Laboratory test results must be produced
using the specific ballast that will operate in
the light kit. At least two of the three
samples must pass in order to qualify for
ENERGY STAR.
Provide:
1. a test report from a laboratory accredited
by NVLAP or one of its MRA signatories;
or
2. an EPA approved Platform Letter of
Qualification that lists the lamp/ballast
combination used in the light kit and the
test result for this performance
characteristic; or
3. EPA-approved documentation from an
industry association, such as the
NEMA/ALA matrices; or
4. a test report from the manufacturer
Transient Protection
ANSI C82.11b, paragraph
5.10.1
Laboratory test results must be produced
using the specific ballast that will operate in
the light kit. For this test, a sample of three
or more ballasts must be used. All samples
must pass in order to qualify for ENERGY
STAR.
Provide:
1. a test report from a laboratory accredited
by NVLAP or one of its MRA signatories;
or
2. an EPA approved Platform Letter of
Qualification that lists the lamp/ballast
combination used in the light kit and the
test result for this performance
characteristic; or
3. EPA-approved documentation from an
industry association, such as the
NEMA/ALA matrices; or
4. a test report from the manufacturer
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Performance
Characteristic
Methods of Measurement
Reference Standards
Required Documentation
(to be attached to QPI Form)
End of Life Protection
IEC 61347-2-3 Amendment
1 to Edition 1 2004-06 (or
ANSI C82.11-2005, upon its
release)
Laboratory test results must be produced
using the specific ballast that will operate in
the light kit. For this test, a sample of one or
more ballasts must be used.
For all ballasts that that operate T4 and/or T5
sized lamps, demonstrate that the ballast is
in compliance with the referenced standards
by providing:
1. a test report from a laboratory accredited
by NVLAP or one of its MRA signatories;
or
2. an EPA approved Platform Letter of
Qualification that lists the lamp/ballast
combination used in the light kit and the
test result for this performance
characteristic; or
3. EPA-approved documentation from an
industry association, such as the
NEMA/ALA matrices; or
4. a test report from the ballast
manufacturer
For all ballasts that operate T3 and smaller
sized lamps, provide from the ballast
manufacturer a circuit diagram and an
accompanying engineering description
outlining the scheme that is used to achieve
the end of life function within the ballast.
Product Packaging for
Consumer Awareness
Requirements
No Standard Available
(Use manufacturer protocol)
Provide a written copy or a PDF graphic of
the language that will be displayed on the
product packaging.
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Table 3 - Ceiling Fan Light Kits: Requirements for Light Kits Employing LED Light Engines
Performance
Characteristic
ENERGY STAR Requirements
Methods of Measurement
Reference Standards
Note: These requirements apply only to light kits to be qualified using LED light engines.
LED Light Engine Requirements
LED Light Engine
Efficacy
Per LED light engine in
lumens per watt (LPW)
> 50 LPW for uncovered LED light
engines
> 40 LPM for covered LED light
engines (engines featuring integral
secondary optics)
ASSIST Recommends:
Recommendations for Testing and
Evaluating White LED Light Engines and
Integrated LED Lamps Used in
Decorative Lighting Luminaires. Vol 4,
Issue 1, May 2008. (ASSIST, May 2008)
1, 2
LED Light Engine
Color Rendering
Index (CRI)
Required for indoor
light kits only
> 75
ASSIST, May 2008; ANSI C78.377-2008
LED Light Engine
Correlated Color
Temperature (CCT)
Required for indoor
light kits only
Light output must meet one of the
following nominal correlated color
temperature (CCT) values: 2700K,
3000K, 3500K, 4000K, 4500K,
5000K, 5700K, 6500K.
ASSIST, May 2008; ANSI C78.377-2008
LED Light Engine
Maximum Measured
Driver/Driver Case
Temperature (During
in situ Operation)
Tc not to exceed the LED driver
manufacturer maximum
recommended case temperature
when measured during in situ
operation.
Note: This performance
characteristic is separate and
distinct from safety requirements.
ASSIST, May 2008 (see page 8)
Lumen Maintenance
Indoor light kits: > 25,000 hours to
70% Lumen Maintenance (L70)
Outdoor light kits: > 35,000 hours
to 70% Lumen Maintenance (L70)
ASSIST Recommends:
LED Life for General Lighting Vol. 1,
February 2005, rev. August 2007
(ASSIST, rev. August 2007) 3'4
Color Stability
Chromaticity shift for LED packages
overtime shall not exceed 0.007 on
the CIE 1976 (u', v') diagram
(corresponds with a 7-step
MacAdam ellipse).
Power Factor
> 0.7
ANSI C82.77
1 ASSIST, May 2008: Available at http://www.lrc.rpi.edu/proqrams/solidstate/assist/pdf/AR-
LEDLiqhtEnqine-Mav2008.pdf.
1 Note: EPA understands that IESNA LM-79 ("IESNA Approved Method for the Electrical and Photometric
Measurements of Solid-State Lighting Products") may in the future incorporate LED light engine test
procedures; as such EPA may reference LM-79 in future revisions of this specification.
ASSIST, rev. Auqust 2007: Available at http://www.lrc.rpi.edu/proqrams/solidstate/assist/pdf/ASSIST-
LEDLife-revised2007.pdf.
4 Note: EPA understands IESNA LM-80 ('IESNA Approved Method For Measuring Lumen Maintenance of
LED Light Sources") to be under development as of June 2008, and may reference LM-80 in future
revisions of this specification.
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Performance
Characteristic
ENERGY STAR Requirements
Methods of Measurement
Reference Standards
Output Operating
Frequency
> 120 Hz
Note: This performance
characteristic addresses problems
with visible flicker due to low
frequency operation and applies to
steady-state as well as dimmed
operation. Dimming operation shall
meet the requirement at all light
output levels.
Oscilloscope instruction manual
Noise
Class A sound rating for power
supplies within the light kit, not to
exceed a measured level of 24 dBA
(audible) when the power supplies
are installed in the light kit.
Class A sound rating for power supplies
within the light kit, not to exceed a
measured level of 24 dBA (audible) when
the power supplies are installed in the
light kit and are measured using a sound
meter (similar in performance to B&K type
2209) where the microphone is located
12 inches from the light kit in any
direction.
Transient Protection
Power supply shall comply with
ANSI/IEEE C62.41, Class A
operation.
The line transient shall consist of
seven strikes of a 100 kHz ring
wave,
2.5 kV level, for both common
mode and differential mode.
ANSI/IEEE C62.41
Electromagnetic and
Radio
Frequency
Interference
Power supplies must meet FCC
requirements for consumer use
(FCC 47 CFR Part 15/18 Consumer
Emission Limits)
Consumer Limits per FCC 47 CFR Part
15/18
Light Kit Requirements
Minimum Operating
Temperature
Required for Outdoor
Light Kits Only
Light kit shall have a minimum
operating temperature of-20°C or
below.
No Standard Available
(Use manufacturer protocol)
Warranty
A written warranty must be included
with packaging at the time of
shipment, covering repair or
replacement of replaceable
defective electrical parts:
Indoor light kits: for a minimum of
three years from the date of
purchase.
Outdoor light kits: for a minimum
of four years from the date of
purchase.
No Standard Available
(Use manufacturer protocol)
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Performance
Characteristic
ENERGY STAR Requirements
Methods of Measurement
Reference Standards
Additional
Requirements for
Light Kits
Light kits must also meet the
following performance
characteristics outlined in Appendix
A, table 1:
• Safety - Hardwired Light
kits
Refer to Appendix A, table 1.
Product Packaging
for Consumer
Awareness
CCT Labelina:
Product packaging language is
required that clearly describes the
nominal color designation of the
LED light engine in units of Kelvin.
Dimmina Capability and
Compatibility:
External packaging must state any
known incompatibilities with
dimmers, occupancy or vacancy
sensors, timing
devices or any other external
lighting controls. For LED light kits
that are dimmable, external
packaging must clearly state the
percentage range of dimming.
Minimum Ooeratina Temperature
(outdoor liaht kits only):
Product packaging must indicate
the minimum (lowest) starting
temperature of the light kit.
No Standard Available
(Use manufacturer protocol)
Incandescent Eauivalencv:
Light kits incorporating LED light
engines generating < 800 lumens
must clearly state on product
packaging the incandescent light
output equivalency of the LED light
engine based on the table below:
Note: EPA seeks to ensure that light kits
for qualified ceiling fans meet consumer
expectations for light output. This
consumer awareness requirement is
intended to help consumers understand
the limitations of LED light engines
producing less than 800 lumens
Luminous Flux
(Lumens)
Incandescent
Equivalency
(W)
(equivalent to 60 watts incandescent).
>40
6
> 70
10
>250
25
>450
40
Example packaging declaration:
"This light kit produces light
equivalent to a 25 watt
incandescent bulb."
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Performance
Characteristic
Required Documentation
• Efficacy
• Color Rendering
Index (CRI)
• Correlated Color
Temperature (CCT)
Provide:
A test report from a laboratory:
• trained by a representative of the Lighting Research Center (RPI) on
behalf of the Alliance for Solid-State Illumination Systems and
Technologies (ASSIST); or
• qualified to participate in the Department of Energy's CALiPER
program.
Note: Upon availability of NVLAP accreditation for LED test methods, EPA will
investigate test procedures under the proposed NVLAP scope and evaluate for
inclusion here as an additional test report option.
Sample Size:
• 1 complete light kit sample (light engine installed); and
• 2 additional light engine samples external to the light kit; and
• Any components and/or materials required to install additional LED
light engines in light kit.
• Lumen Maintenance
• Color Stability
Provide:
• Lumen maintenance and color stability data declared by LED package
manufacturer, in accordance with ASSIST Sample Data Sheet for
High-Power LEDs (Issue 4); or
• LED package datasheets conforming to IESNA LM-80 protocols, once
the metric is available.
• Maximum Measured
Driver/Driver Case
Temperature
• Power Factor
• Transient Protection
Provide:
• Laboratory test report
Sample Size:
• One light engine sample must be tested.
Warranty
Provide:
A copy of the actual light kit manufacturer written warranty that is included with
product packaging.
Additional
Requirements for Light
Kits
Refer to Appendix A, table 1 - light kit requirements:
• Safety - Hardwired Light kits
Product Packaging for
Consumer Awareness
Provide:
A written copy or a PDF graphic of the language that will be displayed on
product packaging, and within the packaging as required.
If product is marketed as dimmable, a copy of the language that includes
dimming range and known lighting control incompatibilities.
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