ENERGY
STARR Program Requirements for
Residential Light Fixtures
r1 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 light fixtures. The ENERGY
STAR Partner must adhere to the following program requirements:
¡E 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 light fixtures and specifying the testing criteria for
Residential Light Fixtures. 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 request;
¡E comply with current ENERGY STAR Identity Guidelines, describing how
the ENERGY STAR labels 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;
¡E qualify at least one ENERGY STAR labeled residential light fixture model
within one year of activating the residential light fixtures portion of the
agreement. When Partner qualifies the product, it must meet the specification
(e.g., Tier 1 or 2) in effect at that time;
¡E provide clear and consistent labeling of ENERGY STAR qualified residential
light fixtures. The ENERGY STAR label must be clearly displayed on the product
packaging, in product literature (i.e., user manuals, spec sheets, etc.), and
on the manufacturer Internet site where information about ENERGY STAR qualified
models is displayed;
provide ENERGY STAR sales training to all sales staff. This training shall
include: a) identification of ENERGY STAR labeled products within the store, b)
tips for selling ENERGY STAR labeled products, and c) tips for answering
questions about ENERGY STAR;
provide to EPA, on an annual basis, an updated list of ENERGY STAR qualifying
residential light fixture models. Once the Partner submits its first list of
ENERGY STAR labeled residential light fixture 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;
¡E for each qualifying residential light fixture model, provide to EPA test
data to certify that the fixture has met the required safety acceptance and
performance tests. EPA will only add models to its Qualifying Product List
after reviewing and approving the product test results;
¡E 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 light fixtures 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
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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 (FdA),
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 Light Fixtures within 30 days.
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:
¡E consider energy efficiency improvements in company facilities and pursue the
ENERGY STAR label for buildings;
¡E purchase ENERGY STAR labeled 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 labeled product information to employees for use
when purchasing products for their homes;
¡E 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;
¡E 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 labeled product models;
¡E feature the ENERGY STAR label(s) 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.enerqystar.qov), EPA may provide links where appropriate to
the Partner Web site;
¡E 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 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 labeled 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 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;
¡E 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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Table of Contents
Section 1: Definitions 2
Section 2: Qualifying Products 4
Section 3: Energy Efficiency Specifications for Qualifying Products 4
Table 1: Indoor Fixtures 4
Table
Table
Table 2B: Outdoor Fixtures: Compliance Through Reduced Operating Time 12
Section 4: Qualification Process, Testing Facilities, Standards &
Documentation 13
Table 3: Reference Standards and Required Documentation 15
Section 5: Additional Quality Assurance Requirements 28
Section 6: Effective Date 29
Section 7: Future Specification Revisions 29
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_________ Eligibility Criteria ? Version 4.0
Below is the product
specification (Version 4.0) for ENERGY STAR qualified residential light
fixtures. A product must meet all of the identified criteria if it is to be
labeled as ENERGY STAR by its manufacturer.
The intent of ENERGY STAR for Residential Light Fixtures is to move consumers
from traditional incandescent fixtures to fixtures that use high-quality
fluorescent or other energy-efficient technologies, including motion-sensors
and daylight-sensors for outdoor fixtures.
1) Definitions: Below is a brief definition of a light fixture and other
related terms as relevant to ENERGY
STAR:
B. ANSI: American National Standards Institute.
C. APLAC:
D. Automatic Daylight Shutoff: A photocell device that automatically
prevents operation of a fixture during daylight hours.
E. Ballast: A device used with an electric-discharge lamp to obtain the
necessary circuit conditions (voltage, current, and waveform) for starting and
operating.
F. Ballast Freciuency: The frequency at which the ballast operates the
lamp, measured in Hertz (Hz) or Kilohertz (kHz).
G. CIE: Commission Internationale de I clairage.
H. Color Renderinc: The effect that the spectral characteristics of the
light emitted by the lamp has on the color appearance of the objects
illuminated by the lamp. Color Rendering Index is measured on a scale of zero
to 100, and is defined in terms of a comparison of the spectral tn-stimulus values
of the objects under test illumination and a reference or standard illumination
according to the recommendations of CIE Publication No. 13.3.
I. Compact Fluorescent Lamp: A single based fluorescent lamp with a
plug-in lamp base, including multi-tube, multibend, spiral, and circline types.
J. Correlated Color Temperature (CCT): The actual color of the lamp is
called the color temperature and is defined in terms of the spectral
tn-stimulus values (color coordinates) according to the recommendations of
IESNA LM-16. For color coordinates near the Black Body loci, the correlated
color temperature, measured in Kelvin (K), is used.
K. Electronic Ballast: A ballast which uses semi-conductor components to
increase the frequency of fluorescent lamp operation. Fluorescent system
efficiency is increased due to the higher frequency.
L. IEC: International Electrotechnical Commission.
M. IESNA: Illuminating Engineering Society of
N. ILAC: International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (NVLAP MRA Signatory).
0. Input Power: The actual total power used by all lamp(s) and
ballast(s) of the light fixture during operation, as measured in watts (W).
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P. Lamp:
A generic term for a manufactured source of light. By extension, the term
is also used to denote sources that radiate in the visible spectrum.
Q. Lamp Ballast Platform: A pairing of one ballast with one or more
lamps that can operate simultaneously on that ballast. A unique platform is
defined by the manufacturer and model number of the ballast and lamp(s) and the
quantity of lamps that operate on the ballast.
R. Lamp Current Crest Factor: For 60Hz operation, the ratio of peak lamp
current to the root mean square (RMS) lamp current. For high-frequency (HF)
operation, the highest peak lamp current of the modulation envelope (when
evaluated over a full line voltage cycle) to the root mean square (RMS) of the
lamp current.
S. Lampholder: A component of a fixture, which supplies power to the
lamp and also holds the lamp in place.
T. Light Fixture (Luminaire): A complete lighting unit consisting of a
lamp or lamps and ballasting (when applicable) together with the parts designed
to distribute the light, position and protect the lamps, and connect the lamps
to the power supply.
U. Linear Fluorescent Lamp: A double based fluorescent lamp with a
plug-in lamp base, including straight shaped or U-bent types.
V. Magnetic Ballast: A ballast which uses a magnetic core and copper
winding and operates at the frequency of the line voltage.
W. MRA: Mutual Recognition Arrangement.
X. NACLA: National Cooperation for Laboratory Accreditation (NVLAP MRA
Signatory).
Y. NEMA: National Electrical Manufacturers Association.
Z. NFPA: The National Fire Protection Association (
AA. NRTL: Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory as recognized by OSHA
NRTL Program, which is a part of OSHA Directorate of Technical Support.
BB. NVLAP: National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program.
CC. Optics: Include reflectors, baffles, lenses and/or diffusers, all
which control the light distribution and the appearance of the lighted fixture.
DD. OSHA: Occupational Safety & Health Administration.
EE. Pigtail: A short piece of cable with two connectors on each end for
converting between one connector type and another; also referred to as a
screw-based adapter and socket adapter.
FF. Power Factor: The active power divided by the apparent power (i.e., the
product of the rms input voltage and rms input current of a ballast).
GG. Recessed downliqht retrofit kit: A non-linear lighting unit
consisting of lamp(s), ballasting, optics, trim, and power supply connection
designed to convert an incandescent or halogen type Insulated Ceiling (IC) or
non-IC recessed downlight into an air-tight fixture that uses an
energy-efficient light source.
HH. Standardized Color Ellipse: An elliptical region of chromaticity
coordinates that is defined using a centroid, a tilt angle relative to a
horizontal axis, and a defined level of variance. Such a region defines what
chromaticity coordinates can be acceptably associated with a target Correlated
Color Temperature. For this specification, standardized color ellipses are defined
using centroids based upon objective chromaticities (x,y) and tilt angles (?
specified in Table 1 and 2 of ANSI C78.376- 2001, and a defined variance of
seven steps.
II. Thm: Trim is the part of the downlight that covers the ragged edge of the
ceiling cut-out. The trim may be a separate ring, or trim ring, or it may be
integrated with the optics (i.e., a self-flanged reflector). Airtight or
non-airtight.
JJ. UL: Underwriters Laboratories.
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2) Qualifying
Products: The ENERGY STAR Residential Light Fixture specification covers
the requirements for indoor and outdoor light fixtures and recessed downlight
retrofit kits intended primarily for residential type applications. For the
purposes of this ENERGY STAR specification, residential applications include
single-family and multi-family dwellings (such as houses and apartments),
dormitories, public or military housing, assisted-living facilities, motels and
hotels, and some light commercial applications.
Exclusion of magnetic
ballasts: Indoor fixtures
that use magnetic ballasts cannot be ENERGY STAR qualified under this Version
4.0 specification. Only outdoor fixtures that use high intensity discharge
(HID) lamps, such as metal halide and high pressure sodium, may continue to use
magnetic ballasts.
Allowance of self-ballasted
pin based lamps: Indoor
and outdoor fixtures that use self-ballasted pin based lamp can be ENERGY STAR
qualified fixtures if all applicable requirements for qualifying products
(Table 1 &
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Temporary allowance for
decorative LED5: EPA
encourages the use of innovative light source technologies such as LED5. LED5
used as decorative lighting elements in residential lighting fixtures and
ceiling fan light kits are allowed as long as the total wattage of the LED5
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. The ENERGY STAR Partner
must supply the following LED information to EPA: total wattage consumed by all
the LED5, manufacturer warranty, an LED manufacturer specification sheet that
shows wattage, efficacy, LED life, color, and lumen depreciation. This is a
temporary allowance for the use of LED5; EPA plans to develop more
comprehensive specifications for LED performance as the technology advances and
becomes more widely used in residential applications.
3) Enercw-Efficiency Specifications for Qualitvinc Products: Only those
products listed in Section 2 that meet the criteria below may qualify as ENERGY
STAR. Specifications for qualifying indoor fixtures can be found in Table 1. Specifications for qualifying
recessed downlight retrofit kits can be found in Table
Table I - Indoor Fixtures
Performance
Characteristic ENERGY STAR Specification
Note: Only electronic
ballasts may be used to meet the requirements of this table. In addition,
fixtures 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.
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Combined Lamo & Ballast Reauirements:
1 Efficacy shall be determined by the
following equation:
Efficacy [Lumens per Watt] = Measured Lamp Lumens FLumensi
Measured Input Power [Watts]
Lamp Lumens: Lamp lumens must be measured using the lamp and ballast
that are shipped with the fixture. Input Power: Input power must be
measured with the lamp and ballast that are shipped with the fixture
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System Efficacy Per Lamp Ballast Platform in Lumens Per Watt (LPW)1, |
>
50 LPW for all lamp
types below 30 total listed lamp watts. |
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Lamp Requirements: |
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Lamp Life |
For
lamps shipped with the fixtures, the average rated life of the lamp must
be> 10,000 hours. |
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Lumen Maintenance |
For lamps indicated on the fixture packaging or shipped with the fixtures, the 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. |
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Color Rendering Index |
For
lamps shipped with the fixtures, the color rendering index must meet the
following requirements: |
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Correlated Color Temperature |
For
lamps shipped with the fixtures, the lamps must have one of the following
designated correlated color temperatures (CCT): 2700K, 3000K, 3500K, 4100K,
5000K, or 6500K. |
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Lamp/Lampholder Compatibility |
For
lamps indicated on the fixture packaging or shipped with the fixtures, lamps
must utilize an ANSI/IEC standardized lamp base configuration, as defined
byANSI C81.61 and 1EC60061-1. |
all
three applicable wattages.
In addition, lamps shall either:
¡E 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,
¡E 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. Specific lamp characteristics that should be included in the lamp
specification sheet are detailed in Table 3.
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Lamp Labeling Requirement |
For lamps shipped with fixtures, 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. |
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Electronic Ballast Requirement |
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(Note: Magnetic Ballasts May N |
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General |
Per
ANSI C82.11 Section 5 except paragraph |
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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. |
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Power Factor |
> 0.5 |
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Lamp Current Crest Factor |
< 1.7 |
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Maximum
Measured Ballast |
Not
to exceed the ballast manufacturer maximum recommended ballast case
temperature during normal operation inside a fixture. |
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Electromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference |
Ballast must meet FCC requirements for consumer use (FCC 47 CFR Part 18 Consumer Emission Limits) |
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Ballast Frequency |
20 to 33 kHz or> 40 kHz |
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Transient Protection |
Per
ANSI C82.llb, paragraph |
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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 fixture with one ballast and five lamps must not shut down more than the lamp that has reached end of life plus one additional lamp. |
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Dimming |
Torchiere style portable fixtures 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. |
Other fixture types 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.
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Safety
- Ballasts and on |
The cover page of a safety test report ora general coverage statement must be provided to demonstrate compliance with ANSI/UL 935 or UL 1993, as appropriate. |
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Fixture Requirements |
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Fixture Warranty |
A
written warranty must be included with fixture packaging at the time |
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Noise |
Class A sound rating for electronic ballasts within the fixture, not to exceed a measured level of 24 dBA (audible) when the ballast is installed in the fixture. |
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Lamp Shipment Requirement |
All
indoor fixtures must be shipped with a lamp, except for the following fixture
types: |
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Replaceable ballast |
Ballasts in all fixtures (including portables) must be accessible and removable by an electrician without the cutting of wires and without damage to the fixture housing, trim, decorative elements or the carpentry (e.g., ceiling drywall) to which the fixture is attached. |
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Safety - Portable Fixtures |
The cover page of a safety test report or a general coverage statement must be provided to demonstrate compliance with ANSI/UL 153. |
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Safety - Hardwired Fixtures |
The cover page of a safety test report or a general coverage statement must be provided to demonstrate compliance with UL 1598. |
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Recessed Downlight Fixtures- Insulation Contact (IC)-Rated |
Recessed downlight fixtures that are either IC-Rated for direct contact with insulation or non IC-Rated may qualify as ENERGY STAR. For fixtures to be considered IC-Rated they must be approved for zero clearance insulation cover (IC) by an OSHA NRTL laboratory. Recessed downlight fixtures that are IC-Rated must also meet the requirements for air tight fixtures, listed below. |
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Recessed
Downlight Fixtures- |
Recessed
downlight fixtures that are either air tight or not air tight may qualify as
ENERGY STAR. For fixtures to be considered airtight, the housing or
certified/listed accessory must have leakage less than 2.0 cubic feet per
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3.
Installation instructions must be included listing all components of the
assembly that will be necessary to ensure an airtight installation and how the
components should be properly installed. For example, depending on the method
used to achieve air-tight operation, the instructions should alternatively show
how a gasket is to be attached, what type of caulk to use and how it should be
applied, or which certified airtight trim kits are designed to be installed
with the luminaire housing.
Product Packaging for For fixtures that are not shipped with lamps, product
packaging must
Consumer Awareness include a list of lamps types that would ensure ENERGY STAR
quality
Requirements and performance when paired with the qualifying fixture. This list
must be clearly visible to the consumer on the fixture packaging.
Manufacturers are not required to provide specific lamp manufacturer names and
model numbers on the packaging. Rather, generic lamp listings, such as the NEMA
or ANSI generic descriptions including a color designation (e.g., F32T81830 or CFQ26W/G24q/827), will suffice. In addition,
packaging should suggest that consumers select a lamp with a rated life of
10,000 hours or more. Note: only recessed downlight fixtures, recessed
downlight retrofit kits, and fixtures using linear lamps may ship without a
lamp.
For fixtures that are shipped with lamps, 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, or 6500K).
For recessed downlight fixtures that are IC-Rated, product packaging
must clearly state this rating. The language must be clearly visible on the
product packaging. The IC-Rated designation will also be included in the
fixture description included in the Qualified Product list posted on the ENERGY
STAR Web site. Sample language: C-Rated for direct contact with insulation?
For recessed downlight fixtures that are Air-Tight (AT) rated, product
packaging must clearly show that the fixture produces less air leakage than 2.0
CFM at 75 Pascals when tested in accordance with ASTM E283. The language must
be clearly visible on the product packaging. The ir tight? or similar,
designation will also be included in the fixture description included in the
Qualified Product list posted on the ENERGY STAR Web site. Sample language:
ertified Air Tight per ASTM E283.?
Table IA ? Additional Requirements for Indoor
Recessed Downlight Retrofit Kits
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Performance Characteristic |
ENERGY STAR Specification |
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Note: The following ENERGY STAR performance requirements must be met by recessed downlight retrofit kits in addition to those listed in Table 1 ? Indoor Fixtures, above. |
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Reflectors |
Reflectors must be included to maximize fixture efficiency. |
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Aperture |
Maximum 7.0¡¨ |
Air
Tight For Restricted Air Only recessed downlight retrofit kits that are air
tight may qualify as Movement ENERGY STAR. For fixtures to be considered air
tight, the housing or
certified/listed accessory must have leakage less than 2.0 cubic feet per
minute (CFM) at 75 Pascals (or
For recessed downlight retrofit fixtures, the following measures must be
taken to ensure that fixtures can be properly installed and inspected:
1. Product packaging must meet the requirements set forth in the roduct
Packaging for Consumer Awareness?section within
this table, below.
2. The fixture itself must include a label certifying airtight or similar
designation to show air leakage less than 2.0 CFM at 75 Pascals when tested in
accordance with ASTM E283. The label must be clearly visible to a building
inspector.
3. Installation instructions must be included listing all components of the
assembly that will be necessary to ensure an airtight installation and how the
components should be properly installed. For example, depending on the method
used to achieve air-tight operation, the instructions should alternatively show
how a gasket is to be attached, what type of caulk to use and how it should be
applied, or which certified airtight trim kits are designed to be installed
with the luminaire housing.
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Electrical Connections |
Edison lamp socket with wire igtail?to the ballast. |
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Safety - Fixture Conversions, Retrofits |
Fixtures
must be tested and listed by an OSHA NRTL laboratory as acceptable for
compliance with NFPA 70, National Electrical Code |
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Product
Packaging for |
Recessed
downlight retrofit kit packaging and instructions must clearly indicate: |
Table
Performance Characteristic
ENERGY STAR Specification
Note:
Only electronic ballasts may be used to meet the requirements of this table with the exception of high
intensity discharge lamps, such as metal halide or high pressure sodium lamps.
In these cases magnetic ballasts can still be used. In addition, fixtures 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.
For example, a screw-based compact fluorescent lamp may not be used, though a
metal halide lamp may be used.
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System
Efficacy Per Lamp Ballast |
>
40 LPW for all lamp
types below 15 total listed lamp watts. |
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Lamp Requirements: |
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Lamp Life |
For
lamps shipped with the fixtures, the average rated life of the lamp must be
>10,000 hours. |
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Lamp/Lampholder Compatibility |
For
lamps indicated on the fixture packaging or shipped with the fixtures, lamps
must utilize an ANSI/IEC standardized lamp base configuration, as defined by
ANSI C81 .61 and IEC 60061-1. |
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Ballast Requirements: |
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Electromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference |
Ballast must be FCC rated for consumer use (FCC 47 CFR Part 18 Consumer Emission Limits). |
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End of Life (EOL) Protection |
All ballasts that operate lamps sized T5 and smaller must contain an end of life protection circuit, per ANSI/IEC requirements. 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 fixture with one ballast and five lamps must not shut down more than the lamp that has reached end of life plus one additional lamp. |
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Fixture Requirements: |
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Maximum Input Power |
150 watts |
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Automatic Daylight Shutoff |
The fixture must contain an integrated photosensor that automatically prevents operation during daylight hours. In addition, the control must automatically reactivate within 24 hours of a manual override or testing operation. |
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Fixture Warranty |
A written warranty must be included with fixture packaging at shipment, which covers repair or replacement of defective parts of the fixture housing or electronics (excluding the lamp) for a minimum of two years from the date of purchase. |
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Replaceable ballast |
Ballasts must be accessible to and removable by an electrician without the cutting of wires and without damage to the fixture housing, trim, decorative elements or the carpentry (e.g. ceiling drywall) to which the fixture is attached. |
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Safety |
Fixtures
must be compliant with NFPA 70, the National Electrical Code (NEC), including
requirements for wet or damp locations (Articles 410 |
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Product
Packaging for |
For
fixtures that are not shipped with lamps, product packaging must include a
list of lamp types that would provide ENERGY STAR quality and performance
when paired with the qualifying fixtures. This list must be clearly visible
to the consumer on the fixture packaging. |
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Fixtures: Compliance Through Reduced Operating Time
Performance
Characteristic ENERGY STAR Specification
Note: All lamp types (fluorescent, incandescent, etc.) may be used to meet the
requirements set forth
in this table.
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Fixture Requirements: |
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Maximum Input Power |
250 watts |
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Automatic Daylight Shutoff |
The fixture must contain an integrated photosensor that automatically prevents operation during daylight hours. In addition, the control must automatically reactivate within 24 hours of a manual override or testing operation. |
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Motion Control |
The
fixture must contain an integrated motion sensor that employs infrared
sensing technology. |
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Fixture Warranty |
A written warranty must be included with fixture packaging at shipment, which covers repair or replacement of defective parts of the fixture housing or electronics (excluding the lamp) for a minimum of two years from the date of purchase. |
|
Replaceable ballast |
If a ballast is present in the fixture, it must be accessible to and removable by an electrician without the cutting of wires and without damage to the fixture housing, trim, decorative elements or the carpentry (e.g., ceiling drywall) to which the fixture is attached. |
|
Safety |
Fixtures
must be compliant with NFPA 70, the National Electrical Code |
|
Product
Packaging for |
If
the automatic daylight shutoff control can be adjusted such that the fixture
can operate during full daylight, or automatic reactivation will not occur
within 24 hours of a manual override or testing operation, product packaging
language is required that provides a range of settings that will result in
the fixture complying with the specification. The language must be clearly
visible to the consumer on the fixture packaging and in the fixture
manual. Sample language: o meet ENERGY STAR requirements the photosensor
control knob must be set to x, y, or z to prevent operation during full
daylight. |
the
consumer on the fixture packaging and in the fixture
manual. Sample language: o meet ENERGY STAR requirements, the motion sensor
control knob must be set to x, y, or z to allow automatic reset of the sensor?
In addition, the fixture must include instructions within the packaging that
outlines step-by-step calibration instructions for the motion sensor.
4) Qualification Process, Acceptable Sources of Documentation, Reference
Standards & Required
Documentation:
The following section describes the steps required to qualify residential light
fixtures as ENERGY STAR, provides information about acceptable sources of
documentation, and states the testing standards and documentation required for
each performance characteristic.
Qualification Process:
To qualify a residential lighting fixture as ENERGY STAR, it must be tested
according to the protocol outlined below. Note: EPA reserves
the right to require additional documentation, at any time, in order to determine compliance with all
performance characteristics.
A. Partner must test
qualifying products and obtain required documentation to meet the performance
characteristics listed in Section 3 of this specification. Refer to Table 3,
below, to determine the reference standard and required documentation
applicable to each performance characteristic.
The following stipulations apply:
¡E For multiple fixture models that use the same lamp/ballast combination, only
one set of test results is required. For example, two fixtures that use the
same lamp and ballast combination, but have different trim, lens and/or chasse
need only be tested once.
¡E For fixture models that may use different ballasts (either in terms of the
type of ballast or manufacturer), each lamp/ballast combination must undergo
testing and the test results must be submitted for qualification. For example,
if a residential light fixture partner plans to use ballasts from several
manufacturers in any one fixture, the fixture must be tested with each
manufacturer ballast.
¡E For fixture models with one ballast type that can work with multiple lamp
types, the fixtures need only be tested with one lamp type. The lamp type must
either be the one supplied with the fixture at shipment or, if a lamp is not
supplied, one of the lamp types listed on the packaging. Please note that EPA
expects all lamps listed on the packaging to comply with the specification when
operating on the fixture ballast. To ease the burden on the manufacturer,
however, test data need be submitted for only one lamp type operating on the
fixture ballast.
B. Submit a completed and signed copy of the ENERGY STAR Residential Light
Fixture Qualified Product Information (QPI) form, along with required
documentation, to the address listed on the QPI form. To obtain the current
version of the QPI form, visit the ighting?section of the ENERGY STAR Web site
at www.enerqystar.qov/partners and click on roduct Specifications.
Acceptable Sources of Documentation:
A. A variety of acceptable sources of documentation are referenced for each
performance characteristic within Table 3. For clarity, these sources are
summarized below:
A test report from a laboratory accredited by NVLAP or one of its MRA signatories
? Both public and private
accredited laboratories may be used. NVLAP MRA signatory partners include ILAC,
APLAC, and NACLA. Note that if the laboratory used for the lumen output, CR1,
CCT, or lamp life test is accredited by NVLAP or one of its MRA signatories, it
must also have a
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scope
of accreditation that includes the method of measurement reference standard for
this performance characteristic. Partners should obtain from the laboratory
both its certificate of accreditation and its scope of accreditation and submit
them to ENERGY STAR.
¡E An EPA-approved Platform
Letter of Qualification ?
These letters are provided from EPA to manufacturers who have pre-approved
specific performance characteristics for their lamp and/or ballast. When using
this type of documentation, Partners should obtain a copy of the applicable
letter from the manufacturer and include it with the ENERGY STAR submittal.
¡E EPA-approved
documentation from an industry association ? In certain instances, EPA has approved documentation
from industry associations who take responsibility for specific performance
characteristics of lamps and/or ballasts. When using this type of
documentation, Partners should contact the industry association to obtain the
EPA-approved documentation that is required for use with ENERGY STAR submittals.
Note: Partners may use the NEMA-ALA Lamp and Ballast Matrices as a source for
obtaining required information to qualify fixtures. These matrices can be found
at http://www.nema.org/lampballastmatrix/.
¡E A test report from an OSHA NRTL laboratory ? Documentation for safety requirements
must come from an OSHA NRTL laboratory. OSHA NRTL laboratories may also be used
to obtain certain additional performance characteristics, as specified in Table
3.
¡E Manufacturer
documentation ?
Documentation for certain performance characteristics (such as product
packaging requirements) may come directly from the original equipment
manufacturer.
B. The information below may be used to locate an accredited testing facility:
¡E For a list of NVLAP accredited laboratories, visit the NVLAP Web site at
http://www.nist.qov/nvlap or call (301) 975-4016.
¡E For a list of signatories to the ILAC MRA, visit the ILAC Web site at www.ilac.org.
¡E For a list of signatories to the APLAC MRA, visit the APLAC Web site at
http ://www. ianz.qovt. nz/aplac/.
¡E For a list of signatories to the NACLA MRA, visit the NACLA Web site at www.nacla.net.
¡E For a list of accredited OSHA NRTL laboratories, visit http://www.osha.qov/dts/otpca/nrtl/
or call (202) 693-2110.
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Reference
Standards & Required Documentation:
Table 3 ? Reference Standards and Required Documentation
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Performance
|
Methods of Measurement Reference Standards |
Required
Documentation |
|
System
Efficacy: |
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 fixture. 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 |
|
Reflectors (Table 1A) |
No Standard Available (Use manufacturer protocol) |
No supplemental documentation required. |
Lamp
Start Time ANSI C82.1 1-5.2 Laboratory test results must be produced
(Table 1) using the specific lamp and ballast
combination that will operate in the fixture.
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 fixture 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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Lamp
Life IESNA LM-40-01; LM-65-01; Laboratory test results must be produced
(Tables 1, 2A) IEC 60091; IEC 60901; using the specific lamp that will operate
in
ANSI C82 1 ANSI C82 11 the fixture and either the ballast that will
operate in the fixture or a commercially available ballast that meets the
applicable ANSI ballast requirements for the lamp being tested. For this test,
a sample of ten 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 fixture 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
fixture 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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Lumen Maintenance (Table 1)
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
fixture. For this test, a sample of ten or more lamps must be used to
demonstrate that at least 80% of the samples achieved the required lumen
maintenance value.
Provide:
Color Rendering Index (Table 1)
IESNA LM-58; CIE 13.3
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 fixture 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.
Laboratory test results must be produced using the specific lamp that will
operate in the fixture. For this test, a sample of ten 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 fixture 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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Correlated
Color Temperature
(Table 1)
IESNA LM-58; LM-16
Laboratory
test results must be produced using the specific lamp that will operate in the
fixture. For this test, a sample of ten 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 fixture 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 color quality control program must maintain
the following information for a 3-year period:
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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 No supplemental documentation required.
electronic ballasts within the
(Table 1) fixture, not to exceed a
measured level of 24 dBA Note: A laboratory test report must be
(audible) when the ballast is submitted upon EPA request. installed in the
fixture and is
measured using a sound
meter (similar in
performance to B&K type
2209) where the microphone
is located 12 inches from the
fixture in any direction.
Lam
p/Lam pholder
Compatibility:
(Tables 1, 2A)
Lamp Base ANSI C81.61; IEC 60061-1 Provide manufacturer data indicating the
Configuration lamp base type used.
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Fixture Warranty (Tables 1, 2A, 2B) |
No Standard Available (Use manufacturer protocol) |
Provide a copy of the actual two-year fixture manufacturer written warranty that is included with product packaging. |
|
Dimming (Table 1) |
No Standard Available (Use manufacturer protocol) |
No
supplemental documentation required. |
Lamps
Compliant with an ANSI-IEC Standard (for lamp dimensions and electrical
parameters)
Lamps Not Compliant with an ANSI-IEC Standard (for lamp dimensions and
electrical parameters)
ANSI
C78.901-2001; ANSI
C78.81-2001; IEC 60901;
IEC 60081
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
manufacturer data indicating applicable ANSI-IEC lamp data sheet number.
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:
¡E Lamp
Model Number
¡E Nominal Wattage
¡E Bulb Designation I Lamp Size (i.e., T4, T5, T8, etc.)
¡E Lamp Base Type as defined by ANSI C81.61 or IEC 60061-1 (i.e.,
2G13, GR1Oq, etc.)
¡E Starting Circuit Application (i.e., rapid start, preheat, etc.)
2. Dimensional Characteristics, including diagram
3. Lamp Operating Characteristics, including:
¡E Approximate wattage (W)
¡E Voltage( V)
¡E Current (A)
Safety: Indoor
¡E
Portable Fixtures (Table 1)
¡E Hardwired Fixtures (Table 1)
ANSI/UL 153 UL 1598
Provide
the cover page of a safety test report or a general coverage statement from an
OSHA NRTL laboratory.
Provide the cover page of a safety test report or a general coverage statement
from an OSHA NRTL laboratory.
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Lamp
Labeling |
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 (Tables 1, 2A, 2B) |
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 ualified electrician.¡¨ |
¡E
Ballasts and on- ANSI/UL 935 or UL 1993 Provide the cover page of a safety test
report
Edison based or a general coverage statement from an
Fluorescent OSHA NRTL laboratory.
Adapters
(Table 1)
¡E Fixture Conversions, UL 1598 and UL 1598B Provide the cover page of a safety
test report
Retrofits or a general coverage statement from an
(Table 1A) OSHA NRTL laboratory.
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Safety: Outdoor (Tables 2A & 2B) |
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 (Table 1) |
ANSI C82.11-3.3.1 |
Laboratory
test results must be produced using the specific ballast that will operate in
the fixture. 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. |
Lamp
Current ANSI C82.1 1-3.3.3 and 5.6 Laboratory test results must be produced
Crest Factor ANSI C82.1-5.6.1 using the specific ballast that will operate in
T bI 1 the fixture. For this test, a sample of three or
a e 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 fixture 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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Measured
Maximum
Ballast Case
Temperature During
Normal Operation
Inside Fixture(s)
(Table 1)
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) roposed Durability Testing Method:
Temperature?available at http://www.lrc.rpi.edu/progra
ms/liqhtinqTransformation/p df/d urabilityTestinqFinalRep ort.pdf
Note: All qualified fixtures are expected to meet the Measured Maximum
Ballast Case Temperature During Normal Operation Inside Fixture(s) requirement.
This includes every qualified fixture including linear, suspended,
close-to-ceiling, IC, ICAT and Non-IC recessed canisters, etc. as well as those
fixtures that may be exempt from
UL1598.
Laboratory
test results must be produced using the fixture with the highest operating
temperature among all fixtures being qualified, the specific ballast that will
operate in the fixture, and a lamp with the same wattage and lamp type (e.g.,
triple-tube, quad tube, spiral) that will operate in the fixture. For this
test, a sample of one or more fixtures must be used.
The supplemental documentation should include the following:
¡E Fixture model(s) tested
¡E Lamp model(s) and ballast model(s) tested
¡E Measured maximum ballast case temperatures
¡E Ambient temperature
¡E Test procedure, including description of fixture installation, thermocouple
location(s), and time that elapsed before readings were taken.
¡E Ballast Manufacturer Maximum
Recommended Case Temperature
During Normal Operation Inside the
Fixture(s)
¡E 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 fixture or ballast manufacturer
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Electromagnetic and |
Consumer Li |
mits Per FCC |
No supplemental documentation required. |
|
Radio Frequency |
47 CFR Part |
18.305 and |
|
|
Interference
|
18.307 |
|
Note: A laboratory test report must be submitted upon EPA request. |
Ballast
Frequency Oscilloscope instruction Laboratory test results must be produced
(Table 1) manual using the specific ballast that will operate in
the fixture. 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 fixture 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 C82.1 1 b, paragraph Laboratory test results must be
produced
(Table 1) 5.10.1 using the specific ballast that will operate in
the fixture. 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 fixture 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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IEC
61347-2-3 Amendment Laboratory test results must be produced
1 to Edition 1 2004-06 (or using the specific ballast that will operate in
ANSI C82.11-2005, upon its the fixture. For this test, a sample of one or
release) 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 fixture 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.
End of Life Protection (Table 1)
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Aperture (Table 1A) |
No Standard Available (Use manufacturer protocol) |
No supplemental documentation required. |
|
Restricted
Air |
ASTM E283 |
Laboratory
test results must be produced using each specific fixture that will be
qualified. For this test, a sample of one or more fixtures must be used. |
|
Electrical Connections (Table 1A) |
No Standard Available (Use manufacturer protocol) |
Supply engineering description and/or schematic. |
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|
Product
Packaging for |
No Standard Available (Use manufacturer protocol) |
Provide a written copy or a PDF graphic of the language that will be displayed on product packaging and within the packaging, as required (i.e., installation instructions for air-tight rated fixtures). |
|
Automatic
Daylight |
No Standard Available (Use manufacturer protocol) |
Provide
applicable sections of fixture manual(s) that demonstrate controls exist for
each fixture being submitted. |
|
Motion Control (Table 2B) |
No Standard Available (Use manufacturer protocol) |
Provide
applicable sections of fixture manual(s) that demonstrate controls exist for
each fixture being submitted. |
5) Additional
Quality Assurance Requirements: The following requirements outline a
manufacturer- financed quality assurance system that will allow for independent
evaluation of ENERGY STAR qualified fixtures. These requirements will go into
effect on October 1, 2005. Upon the effective date, EPA may start requesting manufacturers
to submit products for quality assurance testing as described below. EPA
reserves the right to modify these procedures based on experience gained in
their implementation.
1. Quality Assurance
Testing: EPA will select
fixtures each year for quality assurance testing. The manufacturer of each
selected fixture will be required to commission third-party testing of the
specified fixture by a manufacturer-independent NVLAP accredited testing lab.
The testing lab will procure three (3) samples of each fixture on the open
market (if possible), with the first sample used for initial testing.
If all performance parameters are met during initial testing, the second and
third sample will not be tested, unless the first sample becomes damaged or is
otherwise unavailable for testing.
If the first sample fails one of the consumer informational parameters, EPA
will contact the manufacturer to resolve the failure.
If the first sample fails one of the performance parameters, the second and
third samples will be tested for all of the performance parameters.
Performance Parameters
¡E Efficacy
¡E Lamp Start Time
¡E Correlated Color Temperature
¡E Color Rendering Index
¡E Lamp Base Type
¡E Lumen Maintenance
¡E Maximum Ballast Operating Case Temperature
Consumer Informational Parameters
¡E Product Packaging
¡E Lamp labeling information as written on the lamp or lamp base (manufacturer
designation that encompasses the lamp manufacturer name, wattage, correlated
color temperature, and color rendering index)
Schedule Requirements:
Initial testing must commence within 30 days of EPA notification to the
manufacturer. Testing on the first sample must be completed within 270 days of
initial notification by EPA. If the second and third samples need to be tested,
testing needs to be completed within 240 days of failure of the first sample.
If two or three samples fail to meet the same performance parameter of the
ENERGY STAR specification, the product will be addressed under EPA delisting
protocol.
Note: EPA will select no more than two (2)
lamp/ballast platforms from any given manufacturer per year. Having selected
the lamp/ballast platform, EPA will then select for testing one specific
fixture that contains each platform.
2. Challenge Testing: Any party who believes that a non-compliant fixture is
using the ENERGY STAR mark may initiate a challenge test. (If the compliance
failure is related to one of the consumer informational parameters, the
challenger should contact EPA, which will handle the problem without resort to
a challenge test.) The challenger shall initiate the challenge by informing EPA
or its designated agent of the challenge in writing; the challenge must include
the manufacturer and model number of the challenged product as well as the
parameter or parameters of the specification that are under challenge. EPA or
its agent will select a manufacturer-independent NVLAP-accredited
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testing
lab to conduct the testing and obtain a price quote from the lab for testing
the challenged parameter(s). EPA will then request that the challenger and the
manufacturer both make the necessary financial and contractual arrangements
with the testing lab. The challenger failure to do so will cancel the challenge
test; the manufacturer failure to do so will be deemed a challenge failure. The
two parties must finalize testing arrangements with the selected laboratory
within 30 days of EPA final selection of the laboratory.
The testing lab will procure three samples of each fixture on the open market
(if possible), with the first sample used for initial testing.
If the challenged performance parameters are met during initial testing, the
second and third sample will not be tested, unless the first sample becomes
damaged or is otherwise unavailable for testing.
If the first sample fails one of the challenged performance parameters, the
second and third samples will be tested for the challenged parameters.
If two or three samples fail to meet the same performance parameter of the
ENERGY STAR specification, the product will be addressed under EPA delisting
protocol.
The testing lab will report its findings to EPA, which will forward the data to
the challenger and the manufacturer. If the fixture is subjected to EPA
delisting protocol, the challenged manufacturer shall pay for the testing. If
the fixture is NOT subjected to EPA delisting protocol, the challenger shall
pay for the testing.
6) Effective Date: The date that all ENERGY STAR qualified residential
lighting fixtures must meet Version
4.0 will be defined as the effective
date of the agreement. The
ENERGY STAR Version 4.0 Eligibility Criteria (aka Specification) for
Residential Light Fixtures shall go into effect on October 1, 2005. Any
previously executed agreement on the subject of ENERGY STAR qualified
residential light fixtures shall be terminated effective September 30, 2005.
A. Qualifying and Labeling Products under the Version 4.0 Specification: All
products, including models originally qualified prior to Version 4.0 with a
date of manufacture after October 1, 2005, must meet
the new Version 4.0 requirements in order to use the ENERGY STAR 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) of which a unit is considered to be
completely assembled. Manufacturers may begin to test and submit products under
Version 4.0 upon EPA release of the final specification document. It is EPA
intent that all inventory of fixtures qualified prior to Version 4.0 and with a
date of manufacture before October 1, 2005 will be sold by the manufacturer
within six months after the effective date.
B. Elimination of Automatic Grandfathering: EPA does not allow
grandfathering under this Version 4.0 specification. Therefore, any product
sold, marketed, or identified by the manufacturing partner as ENERGY STAR must
meet the current specification in effect at that time.
7) 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 will be arrived at through industry
discussions.
Expiration of ENERGY STAR
Qualification: During
future specification revisions EPA may choose to require complete new test data
(i.e., test data that has been obtained within the six months prior to
submitting the fixture for re-qualification) and documentation for all
performance characteristics in order for the fixture to remain ENERGY STAR
qualified. New test data may be required for new, revised and/or existing
ENERGY STAR performance characteristics.
Ballast Accelerated Life
Testing: To further
guarantee that electronic ballasts achieve their potential life, EPA intends to
work with industry to develop and implement a ballast accelerated life test
requirement in future revisions of the specification.
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Line-Voltage
Socket Standarization: EPA
has worked with industry to develop a line-voltage socket standard design for
use in residential lighting fixtures for ballasts that drive lamps 26 watts and
lower. Under this Version 4.0 specification the use of this standard design is
voluntary for compliance with ENERGY STAR. EPA encourages manufacturers to
adopt this standard design for use with replacable ballasts and intends to
include a standard line-voltage socket requirement in future specification
revisions (e.g V4.1).
Specific technical details are located at:
http://www.lrc.rpi.edu/proqrams/liqhtinqTransformation/lineVoltaqe/index.asp
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