Common questions
Why the change?
To provide consumers with more information about expected energy use for Fujitsu air conditioners, based on where they live. The
new label will assist consumers in evaluating the energy use of various air conditioning products in order to help them save money
on their energy bills.
The new labels provide estimated performance information about likely energy use by the air conditioner over the course of the
year.
Labels on ducted systems are voluntary, so not all products will have one.
Star Rating
Are the stars the same? Can I compare the stars on a product with the old label and another product with the new label?
No, they are not the same. Due to the different methods of calculating the star ratings, you should not compare the star rating on
the old label versus the new Zoned Energy Rating Labels.
The star ratings on the old label measured how much cooling or heating output was achieved per unit of power. It related to the
efficiency of the air conditioner at a particular temperature, but did not take into account consumer usage patterns or climate to
determine typical electricity use.
How loud is that noise level on the label?
For comparison, here are some common sound power levels
(in decibles)
30dBA: typical noise in a quiet home
50dBA: inside of a quiet car while driving
60dBA: having a typical conversation
75dBA: an operating vacuum cleaner
The noise levels on the label are measured with the air conditioner running at full capacity in cooling mode. For much of the time
an air conditioner is running, its noise level will be lower than the level indicated on the label.