The definition of a solar-only system in Regulation (EU) 812/2013:
‘solar-only system’ means a device that is equipped with one or more solar collectors and solar hot water storage tanks and possibly pumps in the collector loop and other parts, which is placed on the market as one unit and is not equipped with any heat generator except possibly one or more back-up immersion heaters;
‘back-up immersion heater’ means a Joule effect electric resistance heater that is part of a hot water storage tank and generates heat only when the external heat source is disrupted (including during maintenance periods) or out of order, or that is part of a solar hot water storage tank and provides heat when the solar heat source is not sufficient to satisfy required comfort levels;
According to the definitions this product is a solar-only system.
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The format of the label shall be respected, the symbol cannot be removed. The transitional methods (2014/C 207/3) provide information about the determination of the sound power level of different types of water heaters.
If no sound power level is applicable then a dash (-) must be inserted as the value for this symbol.
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An assessment of the contribution from the discharged air from the ventilation unit (after the passive heat exchanger) is not defined in the regulations.
As such, the combined unit needs to be tested as prescribed by the regulations on space heaters, water heaters and ventilation units and the relevant standards. If the mentioned contribution is not considered in the Regulation or harmonised standards, then it cannot be taken into account.
Disclaimer: Please note that the European Commission cannot provide a legally binding interpretation of the EU legislation, as this is the sole competence of the European Court of Justice. Any remarks from the European Commission services are without prejudice to the position the Commission might take should related cases arise in a procedure before the Court of Justice.
In the case of heat pump water heaters using indoor air, exhaust air, brine or water as a heat source, there is no possible differentiation according to climate conditions. However, to determine the efficiency, different loads might apply.
As such, the efficiency for each 43 climates could be different and in this case, data for use of climate zones is needed. In cases where there is no differentiation between climates, all 3 fields can be filled with the same values.
Disclaimer: Please note that the European Commission cannot provide a legally binding interpretation of the EU legislation, as this is the sole competence of the European Court of Justice. Any remarks from the European Commission services are without prejudice to the position the Commission might take should related cases arise in a procedure before the Court of Justice.
As indicated in the transitional methods, water heaters have to be tested in the “out of the box” mode. This means that if the water heater is delivered with the mixing valve or it is indicated that it must be used, the water heater should be tested with the mixing valve.
Disclaimer: Please note that the European Commission cannot provide a legally binding interpretation of the EU legislation, as this is the sole competence of the European Court of Justice. Any remarks from the European Commission services are without prejudice to the position the Commission might take should related cases arise in a procedure before the Court of Justice.
The definition of a solar-only system in Regulation (EU) 812/2013:
‘solar-only system’ means a device that is equipped with one or more solar collectors and solar hot water storage tanks and possibly pumps in the collector loop and other parts, which is placed on the market as one unit and is not equipped with any heat generator except possibly one or more back-up immersion heaters;
‘back-up immersion heater’ means a Joule effect electric resistance heater that is part of a hot water storage tank and generates heat only when the external heat source is disrupted (including during maintenance periods) or out of order, or that is part of a solar hot water storage tank and provides heat when the solar heat source is not sufficient to satisfy required comfort levels;
According to the definitions this product is a solar-only system.
Disclaimer: Please note that the European Commission cannot provide a legally binding interpretation of the EU legislation, as this is the sole competence of the European Court of Justice. Any remarks from the European Commission services are without prejudice to the position the Commission might take should related cases arise in a procedure before the Court of Justice.
The water heater is in the scope of Regulation (EU) 814/2013 and in consequence needs to meet the minimum requirements set. The water heater is to be tested with the highest declared tapping profile (e.g. 4XL).
Disclaimer: Please note that the European Commission cannot provide a legally binding interpretation of the EU legislation, as this is the sole competence of the European Court of Justice. Any remarks from the European Commission services are without prejudice to the position the Commission might take should related cases arise in a procedure before the Court of Justice.