[Federal Register Volume 73, Number 50 (Thursday, March 13, 2008)]
[Proposed Rules]
[Pages 13465-13480]
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Federal Register / Vol. 73, No. 50 / Thursday, March 13, 2008 /
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY
10 CFR Part 430
[Docket No. EERE-2007-BT-TP-0013]
RIN 1904-AB72
Energy Conservation Program: Test Procedures for General Service
Fluorescent Lamps, Incandescent Reflector Lamps, and General Service
Incandescent Lamps
AGENCY: Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, Department of
Energy.
ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking.
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SUMMARY: The Department of Energy (DOE) is proposing amendments to its
test procedures for fluorescent and incandescent lamps, which lamp
manufacturers are required to use to certify compliance with energy
conservation standards mandated under the Energy Policy and
Conservation Act (EPCA). Specifically, these amendments update the
citations and references to the most recent version of the industry
standards currently referenced in DOE's test procedures, as well as
make a small number of technical modifications. DOE notes that this
notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) is being issued concurrently with
an energy conservation standards advance notice of proposed rulemaking
(ANOPR) on general service fluorescent lamps (GSFL) and incandescent
reflector lamps (IRL). The energy conservation standards ANOPR starts
the process for evaluating the existing standards for certain GSFL and
IRL to determine whether higher standard levels would be
technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result
in significant conservation of energy. The ANOPR also discusses whether
the scope of standards should be expanded to cover additional GSFL. In
addition, the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (EISA 2007)
extended energy conservation standards coverage to general service
incandescent lamps (GSIL). Accordingly, this notice also proposes other
amendments to DOE's test procedures for fluorescent and incandescent
lamps in order to provide appropriate methods to test these additional
lamps. DOE intends to use these amendments to the fluorescent lamp test
procedure (with modifications possible based upon agency review of
public comments), if it adopts standards for the additional lamps.
DATES: DOE held a public meeting in Washington, DC that began on March
10, 2008. The agenda for the public meeting covered both this test
procedure rulemaking and the concurrent energy conservation standards
rulemaking for these lighting products.
DOE began accepting comments, data, and information regarding the
NOPR at the public meeting, and will continue to accept comments until
no later than May 27, 2008. See Section IV, ``Public Participation,''
of this NOPR for details.
ADDRESSES: The public meeting was held at the U.S. Department of
Energy, Forrestal Building, Room 8E-089, 1000 Independence Avenue, SW.,
Washington, DC 20585-0121.
Any comments submitted must identify the Notice of Proposed
Rulemaking on Test Procedures for General Service Fluorescent Lamps,
Incandescent Reflector Lamps and General Service Incandescent Lamps,
and provide the docket number EERE-2007-BT-TP-0013 and/or Regulation
Identifier Number (RIN) 1904-AB72. Comments may be submitted using any
of the following methods:
Federal eRulemaking Portal: http://www.regulations.gov.
Follow the instructions for submitting comments.
E-mail: [email protected]. Include the
docket number EERE-2007-BT-TP-0013 and/or RIN 1904-AB72 in the subject
line of the message.
Postal Mail: Ms. Brenda Edwards, U.S. Department of
Energy, Building Technologies Program, Mailstop EE-2J, 1000
Independence Avenue, SW., Washington, DC 20585-0121. Please submit one
signed paper original.
Hand Delivery/Courier: Ms. Brenda Edwards, U.S. Department
of Energy, Building Technologies Program, 6th Floor, 950 L'Enfant
Plaza, SW., Washington, DC 20024. Telephone: (202) 586-2945. Please
submit one signed paper original.
For detailed instructions on submitting comments and additional
information on the rulemaking process, see Section IV, ``Public
Participation,'' of this document.
Docket: For access to the docket to read background documents or
comments received, visit the U.S. Department of Energy, 6th Floor, 950
L'Enfant Plaza, SW., Washington, DC 20024, (202) 586-2945, between 9
a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. Please
call Ms. Brenda Edwards at (202) 586-2945 for additional information
regarding visiting the Resource Room.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Ms. Linda Graves, U.S. Department of
Energy, Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, Building
Technologies Program, EE-2J, 1000 Independence Avenue, SW., Washington,
DC 20585-0121. Telephone: (202) 586-1851. E-mail:
[email protected].
Ms. Francine Pinto or Mr. Eric Stas, U.S. Department of Energy,
Office of the General Counsel, GC-72, 1000 Independence Avenue, SW.,
Washington, DC 20585. Telephone: (202) 586-9507. E-mail:
[email protected] or [email protected].
For information on how to submit or review public comments, contact
Ms. Brenda Edwards, U.S. Department of Energy, Office of Energy
Efficiency and Renewable Energy, Building Technologies Program, EE-2J,
1000 Independence Avenue, SW., Washington, DC 20585-0121. Telephone:
(202) 586-2945. E-mail: [email protected].
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Table of Contents
I. Background
II. Summary of the Proposal
A. Updates to Standards Incorporated by Reference
B. Technical Amendments
C. Amendments Related to Testing of Potentially Added Coverage
D. Off Mode and Standby Mode Energy Consumption
III. Discussion
A. Updates to Test Procedure References
1. General Service Fluorescent Lamps
2. Incandescent Reflector Lamps and General Service Incandescent
Lamps
3. Medium-Based Compact Fluorescent Lamps
4. General Information Standards
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B. High-Frequency Fluorescent Ballast Testing
C. Calculation of Fluorescent Lamp Efficacy
D. Measurement and Calculation of Correlated Color Temperature
E. General Service Fluorescent Lamp Basic Model
F. Reference Ballast Settings for Added Fluorescent Lamp
Coverage
1. 4-Foot Medium Bipin Lamps
2. 2-Foot U-shaped Lamps
3. 8-Foot Slimline Lamps
4. 8-Foot High Output Lamps
5. 8-Foot Very High Output Lamps
6. T5 Fluorescent Lamps
G. Test Procedures for Added General Service Incandescent Lamp
Coverage
H. Off Mode and Standby Mode Energy Consumption
IV. Public Participation
A. Submission of Comments
B. Issues on Which DOE Seeks Comment
1. Test Procedure Reference Updates
2. High-frequency Fluorescent Ballast Testing
3. Calculation of Fluorescent Lamp Efficacy
4. Measurement and Calculation of Correlated Color Temperature
5. General Service Fluorescent Lamp Basic Model
6. Reference Ballast Settings for Added Fluorescent Lamp
Coverage
7. Additions to the General Service Incandescent Lamp Test
Procedure
8. Off Mode and Standby Mode Energy Consumption
V. Regulatory Review
A. Executive Order 12866
B. National Environmental Policy Act
C. Regulatory Flexibility Act
D. Paperwork Reduction Act
E. Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 1995
F. Treasury and General Government Appropriations Act, 1999
G. Executive Order 13132
H. Executive Order 12988
I. Treasury and General Government Appropriations Act, 2001
J. Executive Order 13211
K. Executive Order 12630
L. Section 32 of the Federal Energy Administration Act of 1974
VI. Approval of the Office of the Secretary
I. Background
Title III of the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (42 U.S.C. 6291
et seq.; EPCA) sets forth a variety of provisions designed to improve
energy efficiency. Part B of Title III (42 U.S.C. 6291-6309)
establishes the ``Energy Conservation Program for Consumer Products
Other Than Automobiles.'' The consumer and commercial products
currently subject to this program (hereinafter referred to as ``covered
products'') include GSFL, IRL, and GSIL. Manufacturers of covered
products are required to use the relevant DOE test procedures to
certify compliance with the energy conservation standards adopted under
EPCA. The statutory provisions of particular relevance to the present
rulemaking are discussed immediately below.
Under section 323(b) of EPCA, DOE is authorized to amend or
establish new test procedures as appropriate for each of the covered
products. (42 U.S.C. 6293(b)) EPCA states that ``[a]ny test procedures
prescribed or amended under this section shall be reasonably designed
to produce test results which measure energy efficiency, energy use,
water use (in the case of showerheads, faucets, water closets and
urinals), or estimated annual operating cost of a covered product
during a representative average use cycle or period of use, as
determined by the Secretary [of Energy], and shall not be unduly
burdensome to conduct.'' (42 U.S.C. 6293(b)(3)) In addition, EPCA
states that ``* * * the Secretary shall determine, in the rulemaking
carried out with respect to prescribing such procedure, to what extent,
if any, the proposed test procedure would alter the measured energy
efficiency, measured energy use, or measured water use of any covered
product as determined under the existing test procedure.'' (42 U.S.C.
6293(e)(1))
Of particular relevance to the present rulemaking, section
323(b)(6) of EPCA directs the Secretary of Energy (the Secretary) to
prescribe test procedures for fluorescent lamps and IRL to which energy
conservation standards are applicable, taking into consideration the
applicable standards of the Illuminating Engineering Society of North
America (IESNA) or American National Standards Institute (ANSI). (42
U.S.C. 6293(b)(6)) The applicable test procedures appear at Title 10 of
the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 430, Subpart B, Appendix R
(``Uniform Test Method for Measuring Average Lamp Efficiency (LE) and
Color Rendering Index (CRI) of Electric Lamps'').
Furthermore, section 325(i)(5) of EPCA directs the Secretary to
consider whether the standards in effect for fluorescent lamps and
incandescent lamps should be amended so that they would be applicable
to additional GSFL, and, if so, to adopt standards for such lamps. (42
U.S.C. 6295(i)(5)) DOE is addressing these requirements concurrently in
a separate energy conservation standard rulemaking for which an ANOPR
is published in today's Federal Register.\1\ For those lamps being
considered for coverage and for which DOE currently does not have test
procedures, DOE is proposing test procedures for these products in this
NOPR.
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\1\ Energy Conservation Standards for General Service
Fluorescent Lamps and Incandescent Reflector Lamps; Docket No. EE-
2006-STD-0131; RIN 1904-AA92.
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To address the EPCA requirements for lamps discussed above, DOE
undertook a number of rulemaking actions pertaining to test procedures.
On September 28, 1994, DOE issued an Interim Final Rule on Test
Procedures for Fluorescent and Incandescent Lamps (hereinafter referred
to as the September 1994 Interim Final Rule), that established test
procedures for GSFL, medium-based compact fluorescent lamps, and GSIL.
59 FR 49468 (September 28, 1994) (establishing 10 CFR part 430, Subpart
B, Appendix R). The test procedures incorporated by reference in the
September 1994 Interim Final Rule are as follows:
ANSI Standards \2\
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\2\ The ANSI standards listed may be obtained from the American
National Standards Institute, 25 W. 43rd Street, 4th Floor, New
York, NY 10036. Telephone: (212) 642-4900.
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C78.1-1991, ``Fluorescent Lamps--Rapid-Start Types--
Dimensional and Electrical Characteristics'';
C78.2-1991, ``Fluorescent Lamps--Preheat-Start Types--
Dimensional and Electrical Characteristics'';
C78.3-1991, ``Fluorescent Lamps--Instant-Start and Cold-
Cathode Types--Dimensional and Electrical Characteristics'';
C78.375-1991, ``Fluorescent Lamps--Guide for Electrical
Measurements''; and
C82.3-1983, ``Reference Ballasts for Fluorescent Lamps''
International Commission on Illumination \3\
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\3\ The CIE standard listed in this paragraph may be obtained
from the International Commission on Illumination, CIE Bureau
Central, Kegelgasse 27, A-1030, Vienna, Austria. Telephone: +43 1-
714 31 87 0. E-mail: [email protected]; Web site: http://www.cie.co.at/cie/.
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Publication 13.2-1974, corrected reprint 1993, ``Method of
Measuring and Specifying Color Rendering Properties of Light Sources''
IESNA Standards \4\
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\4\ The IESNA standards listed may be obtained from the
Illuminating Engineering Society of North America, 120 Wall Street,
Floor 17, New York, NY 10005-4001. Telephone: (212) 248-5000.
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LM-9-1988, ``Approved Method for the Electrical and
Photometric Measurements of Fluorescent Lamps'';
LM-16-1984, ``Practical Guide to Colorimetry of Light
Sources'';
LM-20-1982, ``Approved Method for Photometric Measuring
and Reporting Tests on Reflector Type Lamps'';
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LM-45-1991, ``Approved Method for Electrical and
Photometric Measurements of General Service Incandescent Filament
Lamps'';
LM-58-1983, ``Guide to Spectroradiometric Measurements'';
and
LM-66-1991, ``Approved Method for the Electrical and
Photometric Measurements of Single-Ended Compact Fluorescent Lamps''
In addition, the September 1994 Interim Final Rule included the
energy conservation standards for GSFL and IRL prescribed in EPCA
section 325(i)(1)(A), (42 U.S.C. 6295(i)(1)(A)), as well as definitions
of terms related to standards and test procedures for lamps, and
procedures for manufacturer compliance and certification with the
standards.
After considering public comments, on May 29, 1997, DOE published a
final rule on Test Procedures for Fluorescent and Incandescent Lamps
(hereinafter referred to as the May 1997 Final Rule) that revised some
of the definitions and calculation methods in the September 1994
Interim Final Rule. 62 FR 29221 (May 29, 1997). In addition to (or in
some cases in substitution for) those standards referenced above, the
May 1997 Final Rule incorporated by reference the following standards:
ANSI Standards
C78.21-1989, ``Incandescent Lamps--PAR and R Shapes''; and
C79.1-1994, ``Nomenclature for Glass Bulbs--Intended for
Use with Electric Lamps''
IESNA Standards and Publications
LM-16-1993, ``Practical Guide to Colorimetry of Light
Sources'';
LM-20-1994, ``Approved Method for Photometric Testing of
Reflector-Type Lamps'';
LM-58-1994, ``Guide to Spectroradiometric Measurements'';
and
Chapter 6 (Light Sources) of Illuminating Engineering
Society of North America Lighting Handbook, Reference and Application,
8th Edition, 1993.
The May 1997 Final Rule incorporated the IESNA Standard LM-66-1991
in its entirety, but removed the standard's test requirement to use a
reference ballast so that an integrally ballasted compact fluorescent
lamp can be tested. 62 FR 29221, 29234 (May 29, 1997).
To implement recent amendments to EPCA contained in the Energy
Policy Act of 2005 (Pub. L. 109-58) (EPACT 2005), DOE published a final
rule in the Federal Register (hereinafter referred to as the December
2006 Final Rule), which prescribed test procedures for eleven types of
products for which EPACT 2005 identified specific test procedures
(including medium screw-based compact fluorescent lamps) on which the
Federally-mandated test procedures are to be based. 71 FR 71340
(December 8, 2006). Specifically, the December 2006 Final Rule
incorporated test procedures for medium-based compact fluorescent lamps
(CFL) by adopting the August 9, 2001 version of the ENERGY STAR program
requirements for CFL (version 2.0).
On December 19, 2007, the President signed the Energy Independence
and Security Act of 2007 (Pub. L. 110-140), which makes numerous
amendments to EPCA and directs DOE to undertake several new rulemakings
for appliance energy efficiency standards. EISA 2007 amends energy
conservation standards for IRL and provides new energy conservation
standards for GSIL. In addition, EISA 2007 provides several definitions
related to products covered by this rulemaking. Furthermore, for all
covered products, EISA 2007 directs DOE to amend its test procedure to
incorporate a measure of standby mode and off mode energy consumption,
if feasible. (42 U.S.C. 6295(gg)(2))
II. Summary of the Proposal
This NOPR proposes to modify DOE's current test procedures for
electric lamps in order to achieve three objectives: (1) To update a
number of lighting industry standards incorporated by reference; (2) to
adopt certain technical changes and clarifications; (3) to expand the
test procedures to accommodate new classes of lamps being considered
for coverage under an amended energy conservation standard or
additional lamps for which EISA 2007 established energy conservation
standards; and (4) to address the statutory requirement to expand test
procedures to incorporate a measure of standby mode and off mode energy
consumption. These proposed changes are summarized below.
A. Updates to Standards Incorporated by Reference
In seeking to implement recent amendments to EPCA, DOE determined
that several of the lighting industry standards referenced in 10 CFR
part 430 have been superseded by new editions, have been withdrawn,
and, in many cases, are no longer commercially available. Today's NOPR
discusses the proposed updates to standards applicable to the test
procedures for GSFL, IRL, GSIL, and CFL, and it also describes DOE's
basis for proposing to update the CFR with the most recent versions of
certain industry testing references in its regulations to the most
recent versions. DOE requests comments on these proposed revisions,
including any impacts associated with migration to the most recent
version of standard currently incorporated by reference.
Specifically, today's notice proposes the incorporation by
reference of the ANSI C78.375-1997, ``American National Standard for
Fluorescent Lamps--Guide for Electrical Measurements''; ANSI C78.81-
2005, ``American National Standard for Electric Lamps--Double-Capped
Fluorescent Lamps--Dimensional and Electrical Characteristics'' and
ANSI C78.901-2005, ``American National Standard for Electric Lamps--
Single-Based Fluorescent Lamps--Dimensional and Electrical
Characteristics''; and ANSI C82.3-2002, ``American National Standard
for Reference Ballasts for Fluorescent Lamps.'' These revisions of ANSI
standards replace the older standards, C78.375-1991, C78.1-1991, C78.2-
1991, C78.3-1991, and C82.3-1983, incorporated by reference in the
September 1994 Interim Final Rule.
This notice also proposes the incorporation by reference of the
IESNA LM-9-1999 and IESNA LM-45-2000 for measuring the electrical and
photometric attributes of fluorescent lamps and general service
incandescent filament lamps, respectively. These versions of the IESNA
standards would replace the older standards, IESNA LM-9-1988 and IESNA
LM-45-1991, that were incorporated by reference in the September 1994
Interim Final Rule.
Additionally, this notice proposes to remove the reference to IESNA
LM-16-1993, which is a guide to the colorimetry of light sources, and
IESNA LM-66-1991, which concerns the testing of medium-based compact
fluorescent lamps. Both of these standards were incorporated by
reference in the May 1997 Final Rule. DOE considers IESNA LM-66 testing
standard superseded by the compact fluorescent lamp test method adopted
in 10 CFR 430, Subpart B, Appendix W (``Uniform Test Method for
Measuring the Energy Consumption of Medium Base Compact Fluorescent
Lamps'') as part of the December 2006 Final Rule.
This notice also proposes to incorporate by reference the method
for measuring and specifying color rendering properties of light
sources, found in the International Commission on Illumination (CIE)
Publication 13.3-1995, which replaces the older publication, CIE
Publication No. 13.2-1974 (corrected reprint 1993), incorporated by
reference in the September 1994 Interim Final Rule.
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B. Technical Amendments
In addition to incorporation by reference updates, this notice
proposes to continue to require that testing of GSFL be based on low-
frequency reference ballasts, except for those lamps which can only be
tested on high-frequency ballasts. That is to say, where the newly-
referenced ANSI standards allow for both low- and high-frequency
measurement, DOE proposes to require that manufacturers continue to
report on the lamp performance using the low-frequency reference
ballast. By maintaining fluorescent lamp testing on low-frequency
ballasts when possible, DOE believes that the proposed updates to more
current ANSI standards would not alter the measured efficacy of
fluorescent lamps.
DOE is also proposing to amend certain provisions in its
regulations for calculating and reporting lamp efficacy. Specifically,
DOE proposes that lamp efficacy for GSFL be rounded to the nearest
tenth of a lumen per watt rather than the nearest whole number, as it
is now. DOE notes that the fluorescent lamp standards established by
EPACT 1992 set efficacy requirements that are to the tenths decimal
place (e.g., 75.0 lumens per watt for 4-foot medium bipin lamps). DOE
proposes changing the rounding practice for GSFL efficacy measurements
to round to the nearest tenth of a lumen per watt for two reasons.
First, the measured efficacy for the sample of lamps tested would be
reported to the same degree of accuracy as the standard prescribed in
EPACT 1992. Second, in conducting analyses for the energy conservation
standards ANOPR, DOE found that in order to have standard levels for
GSFL that are best able to maximize energy savings, it must utilize the
tenths decimal place for the ANOPR analysis. Furthermore, DOE's
proposed approach would promote consistency with other lamp types
already tested (e.g., lamp efficacy for IRL is rounded to the nearest
tenth of a lumen per watt).
Additionally, DOE is proposing in this NOPR to adopt a test method
for the measurement and calculation of correlated color temperature
(CCT) for fluorescent lamps and incandescent lamps. CCT is used as a
metric to define ``colored fluorescent lamp'' in 10 CFR 430.2 and to
define ``colored incandescent lamp'' in 42 U.S.C. 6291(30)(EE). This
proposed amendment supports the energy conservation standards
rulemaking ANOPR published in today's Federal Register, in which DOE
considers establishing separate product classes for fluorescent lamps
based on their CCT. Also, in support of this consideration of separate
product classes based on CCT, DOE is proposing in this NOPR to revise
the definition of ``basic model'' such that all GSFL that are
considered to be the same basic model have similar CCTs.
C. Amendments Related to Testing of Potentially Added Coverage
DOE is aware that the introduction of new 4-foot medium bipin and
2-foot U-shaped fluorescent lamps into the lighting market has
effectively increased the number and types of lamps subject to DOE
regulation under the existing definition of ``fluorescent lamp.'' In
addition, DOE is aware that certain 8-foot slimline and 8-foot high
output lamps, as well as 8-foot very high output lamps and T5
fluorescent lamps, are not presently part of DOE's scope of coverage.
In the energy conservation standards ANOPR published in today's Federal
Register, DOE discusses its consideration of whether to adopt energy
conservation standards for some of these additional fluorescent lamps.
In order not to delay the rulemaking process, in this test procedures
rulemaking, DOE is proposing to adopt test procedures for all of these
additional fluorescent lamps that are under consideration.
DOE is also proposing to insert language in the CFR regarding the
test procedure for GSIL. As stated earlier, EISA 2007 establishes
energy conservation standards for GSIL. Consequently, the several
necessary portions of the GSIL test procedure (e.g., specification of
units to be tested and efficacy calculation methods) are not
incorporated into DOE's existing test procedure, as these lamp types
were not previously regulated. Therefore, in this NOPR, DOE is
proposing to include these GSIL test procedure provisions in a manner
consistent with the existing IRL test procedure.
D. Off Mode and Standby Mode Energy Consumption
As stated earlier, EISA 2007 directs DOE to amend its test
procedure to incorporate a measure of off mode and standby mode energy
consumption, if feasible. (42 U.S.C. 6295(gg)(2)) As discussed in
further detail below, DOE believes that off mode and standby mode
energy consumption of GSFL, IRL, and GSIL are inapplicable at the
current state of the technologies. Because lamp operation in these two
modes is not feasible, DOE proposes to not expand the test procedure to
incorporate measurement methods for off mode or standby mode energy
consumption of GSFL, IRL, and GSIL.
III. Discussion
A. Updates to Test Procedure References
As part of the DOE's rulemaking regarding energy conservation
standards for lamps, DOE held a public meeting on June 15, 2006, to
present and discuss the Rulemaking Framework Document for General
Service Fluorescent Lamps, Incandescent Reflector Lamps, and General
Service Incandescent Lamps \5\ (hereinafter Framework Document). 71 FR
30834 (May 31, 2006) (announcing public meeting and availability of
Framework Document). Participants at the public meeting included energy
and environmental groups, lamp manufacturers, State energy offices,
electric utilities, and lighting consultants and designers.
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\5\ A copy of the Framework Document, ``Rulemaking Framework
Document for General Service Fluorescent Lamps, Incandescent
Reflector Lamps, and General Service Incandescent Lamps'' can be
found on DOE's Web site at: http://www.eere.energy.gov/buildings/appliance_standards/residential/pdfs/lamps_framework.pdf.
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In the Framework Document, DOE stated that it did not intend to
update its test procedures in the lamps rulemaking. (Framework
Document, No. 1.2 at pp. 8-9) At that time, DOE did not believe an
update to the test procedures for lamps was necessary, as no
stakeholder or manufacturer had raised this as an issue either directly
with DOE or in the context of the certification reports submitted
periodically for covered lamps. In Appendix D of the Framework
Document, however, DOE did provide a list of the industry standards
incorporated by reference in its regulations, as codified in the CFR.
In response to the Framework Document, the National Electrical
Manufacturers Association (NEMA) commented that several of the methods
and standards for test procedures listed in Appendix D of the Framework
Document had been withdrawn and were no longer commercially available,
while others had been superseded with new editions or updated in
accordance with ANSI policy. NEMA urged DOE to update its regulations
to use the current editions of the referenced test procedures, arguing
that such action is important to minimize the administrative burden on
those who conduct the testing. (NEMA, No. 8 at p. 2) \6\ GE Consumer
and Industrial (GE)
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also commented that DOE should update the testing standards
incorporated by reference. GE stated that of the eleven standards
incorporated by reference, three have been consolidated and superseded;
one has been withdrawn; five have been superseded, and only two are
still current. (Public Meeting Transcript, No. 4.5 at p. 30) GE
asserted that having DOE regulations reference industry standards that
are obsolete, withdrawn, revised, and consolidated makes compliance
more problematic for regulated entities. (Public Meeting Transcript,
No. 4.5 at p. 29)
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\6\ A notation in the form ``NEMA, No. 8 at p. 2'' identifies a
written comment that DOE has received and has included in the docket
of its energy conservation standards rulemaking for GSFL and IRL
(Docket No. EE-2006-STD-0131; RIN number 1904-AA92). This particular
notation refers to a comment: (1) by the National Electrical
Manufacturers Association; (2) in document number 8 in the docket of
energy conservation standards rulemaking; and (3) appearing on page
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As part of its comments, NEMA prepared a table which listed each of
the ANSI Lamp and Ballast Standards, IESNA Test Methods,\7\ and CIE
Technical Reports and Guides that DOE included in Appendix D of the
Framework Document. NEMA then listed the current relevant standard,
method, or guide being used by industry today. (NEMA, No. 12 at pp. 3-
4) This comment very clearly presented the changes NEMA was requesting
to the lighting test procedures incorporated by reference in the CFR.
Specifically, NEMA identified the following references as needing
revision or deletion: (1) ANSI C78.1-1991 (``For Fluorescent Lamps--
Rapid Start Types--Dimensional and Electrical Characteristics''); (2)
ANSI C78.2-1991 (``For Fluorescent Lamps--Preheat Start Types--
Dimensional and Electrical Characteristics''); (3) ANSI C78.3-1991
(``For Fluorescent Lamps--Instant-Start and Cold-Cathode Types--
Dimensional and Electrical Characteristics''); (4) ANSI C78.375-1991
(``For Fluorescent Lamps--Guide for Electrical Measurements''); (5)
ANSI C82.3-1983 (``Reference Ballasts for Fluorescent Lamps''); (6)
IESNA LM-9-88 (``IES Approved Method for the Electrical and Photometric
Measurements of Fluorescent Lamps''); (7) IESNA LM-16-1993 (``IESNA
Practical Guide to the Colorimetry of Light Sources''); (8) IESNA LM-
45-1991 (``IES Approved Method for Electrical and Photometric
Measurements of General Service Incandescent Filament Lamps''); and (9)
the CIE Publication No. 13.2 1974, corrected reprint 1993 (``Method of
Measuring and Specifying Color Rendering Properties of Light Sources,
ISBN 3 900 734 39 9''). (NEMA, No. 12 at p. 2 and pp. 3-4) Finally,
NEMA also identified a referenced standard for compact fluorescent
lamps, IESNA LM-66-1991 (``Electrical and Photometric Measurements of
Single Ended Compact Fluorescent Lamps'') which requires updating. NEMA
noted that EPACT 2005 established minimum standards for single ended
CFL, and the IESNA LM-66 reference needs to be updated as part of this
process. (NEMA, No. 12 at p. 4)
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\7\ In its table, NEMA also included an IESNA testing standard
for medium-based compact fluorescent lamps, which, though not
included by DOE in Appendix D of the Framework Document, is
incorporated by reference in DOE's test procedures for Electric
Lamps. (10 CFR 430, Subpart B, Appendix R, paragraph 4.4)
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In response, DOE has tentatively decided to update several industry
standards incorporated by reference in DOE's lighting regulations in
order to ensure their availability and to facilitate testing. DOE notes
that various industry lighting standards are referenced in its
regulations, as codified in 10 CFR 430.2 and 430.22 and 10 CFR part
430, Subpart B, Appendix R. Although references to incorporated
industry standards are generally found in the test procedures contained
in DOE's regulations, this rulemaking document also addresses other
provisions of DOE's lighting regulations where references to the
identical standards require updating. Initiating such changes at one
time in the context of this test procedure rulemaking is more efficient
and promotes consistency across DOE's lighting regulations. However,
where it was determined that updating to a more recent version of an
incorporated industry standard would effect a significant change in the
scope of coverage of the regulation or other compliance requirements
(e.g., changing the definition of ``rated wattage'' in 10 CFR 430.2),
DOE reserved consideration of such updates for the standard-setting
ANOPR because it believes that rulemaking to be the appropriate context
for making substantive changes to energy conservation standard levels
and their scope of coverage.
When considering an updated standard, DOE examines each one to
ensure that a revision to DOE's regulations would not result in a test
procedure that is unduly burdensome to conduct. DOE also examines an
updated standard to determine whether the amended test procedure would
significantly change the measured lamp efficacy (thereby necessitating
amendments to the energy conservation standard itself). Unless
otherwise stated, DOE has determined that none of the referenced test
procedures is burdensome to conduct, nor would they result in a change
in measured energy efficiency. Thus, DOE proposes to update the
standards incorporated by reference to the more recent versions
recommended by stakeholders. The updated references are discussed in
detail below.
1. General Service Fluorescent Lamps
NEMA commented that the ANSI C78.1-1991, C78.2-1991, and C78.3-1991
have been collectively superseded by the 2005 edition of ANSI C78.81.
These 1991 standards are referenced in DOE's definitions of ``cold-
temperature fluorescent lamp,'' ``fluorescent lamp,'' and ``rated
wattage.'' (See 10 CFR 430.2) In addition, the test methods and
measurements for GSFL incorporate elements of each of these standards.
(See 10 CFR 430, Subpart B, Appendix R, paragraph 4.1.1)
Since the time of their incorporation, these industry standards
have undergone several rounds of revision. The 1991 standards were
consolidated in 2001 as ANSI C78.81 and ANSI C78.901. ANSI C78.81 was
later revised in 2003. Both ANSI C78.81 and ANSI C78.901 were then
revised in 2005. ANSI C78.81-2005, addressing dimensional and
electrical characteristics for double-capped fluorescent lamps,
combines and is an updated version of ANSI C78.2-1991 (which addresses
dimensional and electrical characteristics for preheat start
fluorescent lamps), ANSI C78.3-1991 (which addresses dimensional and
electrical characteristics for instant start and cold-cathode type
fluorescent lamps), and portions of ANSI C78.1-1991 (which addresses
dimensional and electrical characteristics for rapid start fluorescent
lamps). ANSI C78.901-2005 provides dimensional and electrical
characteristics for single-based fluorescent lamps and incorporates
specifications for the U-shaped lamps that were previously covered by
ANSI C78.1-1991.
In a review and comparison of the 1991 and 2005 ANSI standards, DOE
found that both ANSI C78.81-2005 and ANSI C78.901-2005 add a
requirement that the average wattage not exceed the rated wattage by 5
percent plus 0.5 watts. In the 1991 ANSI standards, the relationship
between the average and rated wattage was not defined. The new ANSI
standards, with this tolerance on average wattage, would allow a lamp
listed in a catalogue as being nominally 32 watts (rated at 32.5 watts
in ANSI C78.81) to actually have a power as high as 34.6 watts and
still be listed as nominally 32 watts. However, DOE notes that
manufacturers do not use the rated wattage when calculating efficacy.
Instead, they use the measured (or ``average'') wattage, following the
steps in DOE's test procedure. Therefore, this new requirement that the
average wattage shall not exceed the rated
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wattage by 5 percent plus 0.5 watts would not change the represented
efficacy of lamps tested. In other words, the efficacy represented by a
lamp tested under the 1991 ANSI standards and under the 2005 ANSI
standards would not differ due to this new tolerance requirement on
rated wattage.
A noteworthy difference between ANSI C78.1 and ANSI C78.81 is each
document's content under Annex A.2, which is referenced in DOE's
definition of ``rated wattage'' \8\ (See 10 CFR 430.2). As mentioned
earlier, in the context of ``rated wattage,'' this difference could
result in a change in coverage under the energy conservation standards.
Specifically, Annex A.2 of ANSI C78.1 indicates that the lamp
abbreviation may include either the rated wattage or nominal wattage
for a particular lamp. However, Annex A.2 of ANSI C78.81 no longer
refers to the rated wattage, specifying that the lamp abbreviation
incorporates only the nominal wattage. Although Annex A.2 of ANSI
C78.81 does not provide a definition of rated wattage, Clause 11.1 of
the standard does identify rated wattage by referring to the rated
values in the specific lamp data sheets contained in ANSI C78.81.
Because the rated wattage values referred to in Annex A.2 of the
outdated ANSI C78.1-1991 are different from those values identified by
either Annex A.2 or Clause 11.1 of ANSI 78.81-2005, implementing this
reference update in the definition of ``rated wattage'' (i.e.,
substituting ANSI C78.1 with ANSI C78.81) would substantively change
that definition. Due to the fact that rated wattage is used in the
definition of ``fluorescent lamps,'' updating ANSI C78.1 to ANSI C78.81
would alter the scope of coverage for fluorescent lamps under the
applicable DOE regulations (scope may increase or decrease, depending
on the nominal and rated wattage of the fluorescent lamp). For this
reason, DOE is not proposing to update the relevant incorporation by
reference in the definition of ``rated wattage'' in the context of this
test procedure NOPR. Instead, DOE discusses potential revisions to the
``rated wattage'' definition in the energy conservation standards
rulemaking, for which an ANOPR is published in today's Federal
Register. In the ANOPR, DOE has a section where it discusses scope of
coverage, including the updating of the reference from ANSI C78.1 to
C78.81 in the definition of ``rated wattage.''
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\8\ 10 CFR 430.2 defines ``rated wattage'' as: ``Rated wattage,
with respect to 4-foot medium bipin T8, T10 or T12 lamps, means: (1)
If the lamp is listed in ANSI C78.1-1991, the nominal wattage of a
lamp determined by the lamp designation in Annex A.2 of ANSI C78.1-
1991; or (2) If the lamp is a residential straight-shaped lamp, the
wattage a lamp consumes when operated on a reference ballast for
which the lamp is designed; or (3) If the lamp is neither listed in
ANSI C78.1-1991 nor a residential straight-shaped lamp, the wattage
a lamp consumes when using reference ballast characteristics of 236
volts, 0.43 amps and 439 ohms for T10 or T12 lamps or reference
ballast characteristics of 300 volts, 0.265 amps and 910 ohms for T8
lamps.''
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It is important to note that while DOE is not proposing to update
the ANSI C78.1-1991 reference in the definition of ``rated wattage'' in
10 CFR 430.2, the term ``rated wattage'' is not used in DOE's
fluorescent and incandescent lamp test procedure. Therefore, the
updated fluorescent and incandescent lamp test procedure, as proposed
in this NOPR, would incorporate all the most up-to-date industry
standards and practices.
For several covered lamps listed in ANSI C78.1-1991, the updated
ANSI C78.81-2005 adds high-frequency reference ballast settings for
lamps without cathode heating. Because DOE references ANSI standard
C78.1 in the test methods and measurements of GSFL, this additional
option for testing may introduce a significant change in the test
procedure and change in the measured efficacy. (See 10 CFR 430, Subpart
B, Appendix R, paragraph 4.1.1) Fluorescent lamp operation without
cathode heating generally results in a higher measured efficacy than
operation with cathode heating. In addition, DOE recognizes that lamp
operation on a high-frequency ballast results in significantly
different lamp efficacy than lamp operation on a low-frequency ballast.
Due to the fact that these lamps can be operated on both low- and high-
frequency ballasts, DOE is proposing to require all lamps have their
efficacy tested using the low-frequency reference ballasts. This
proposal is consistent with the existing test procedure and referenced
1991 ANSI standard and will ensure that all testing will result in
consistent lamp efficacy measurements. For those lamps which can only
be tested on a high-frequency reference ballast (e.g., 86-Watt 8-foot
T8 high output or T5 fluorescent lamps, though neither are currently
covered products), DOE is proposing that manufacturers would test and
report their performance using the high-frequency reference ballast
settings contained in the updated 2005 ANSI standard. This issue of
lamp testing on high-frequency ballasts is discussed in detail in
Section III.B of this NOPR.
Finally, in 10 CFR 430.2, paragraphs (3) and (4) of the definition
of ``fluorescent lamp'' define the scope of coverage for such lamps
that are subject to energy efficiency standards by referencing the
lamps contained in ANSI C78.1 and ANSI C78.3. In paragraph (3) of the
definition, the scope of ``8-foot high output lamps'' is limited to
those lamps identified in ANSI C78.1-1991. Substituting ANSI C78.1-1991
with ANSI C78.81-2005 in paragraph (3) would not alter the scope of
coverage of 8-foot high output lamps, as no additional lamps of this
type are listed in ANSI C78.81. Therefore, DOE proposes in this NOPR to
replace the reference to ANSI C78.1-1991 with a reference to ANSI
C78.81-2005 in paragraph (3) of DOE's definition of a ``fluorescent
lamp.''
Similarly, paragraph (4) of the definition of ``fluorescent lamp''
defines ``8-foot slimline lamps'' by referencing ANSI C78.3-1991. The
updated ANSI C78.81-2005 provides lamp specification data for one
additional fluorescent lamp if the reference to ANSI C78.3 was
substituted with the 2005 ANSI standard in paragraph (4) of the
definition. Specifically, ANSI C78.81-2005 provides lamp specification
data for a 59-watt, 8-foot, T8, single pin, instant start fluorescent
lamp that would fall under the definition of ``8-foot slimline lamps.''
Thus, if DOE were to update this reference to ANSI C78.3-1991 by
substituting it with ANSI C78.81-2005, DOE would be expanding its scope
of coverage to additional 8-foot slimline lamps. Therefore, DOE is not
proposing in this proposed rule to update the referencing of ANSI
C78.3-1991 in paragraph (4) of the definition of ``fluorescent lamp''
in this rulemaking proceeding. However, in this test procedure NOPR,
DOE is proposing to update all references to ANSI C78.3-1991 appearing
in 10 CFR 430, Subpart B, Appendix R.\9\ Today's proposal, if adopted,
would ensure that DOE has a test procedure for fluorescent lamps
incorporating all the most up-to-date industry standards. DOE is
considering the issue of the reference to the outdated ANSI C78.3-1991
in the definition of ``fluorescent lamp'' (and the associated expansion
of coverage) in the energy conservation standard ANOPR for GSFL, IRL,
and GSIL published in today's Federal Register.
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\9\ By referencing ANSI C78.81 and ANSI C78.901 in 10 CFR 430,
Subpart B, Appendix R, DOE recognizes that the GSFL test procedure
provides testing methods for all GSFL currently regulated by DOE as
well as other lamps not included in the scope of coverage of DOE's
regulations.
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For all the reasons set forth in the preceding paragraphs, DOE is
proposing to incorporate by reference ANSI C78.81-2005 and ANSI
C78.901-2005 and to delete the references to ANSI C78.1-1991 in the
definition of ``cold-temperature fluorescent lamp'' and in
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paragraph (3) of the definition of ``fluorescent lamp'' in 10 CFR
430.2. In addition, DOE proposes to incorporate by reference ANSI
C78.81-2005 and ANSI C78.901-2005. DOE also proposes to delete the
references to ANSI C78.1, ANSI C78.2, and ANSI C78.3 in the test
methods and measurements of GSFL. (10 CFR 430, Subpart B, Appendix R,
paragraph 4.1.1) DOE believes that by continuing to require that all
lamps be tested on low-frequency ballasts (except those that cannot
be), the revisions proposed above would not result in any additional
testing burden or significant change in measured lamp efficacy.
NEMA commented that ANSI C78.375-1991 has been updated to ANSI
C78.375-1997. (NEMA, No. 12 at p. 3) ANSI C78.375-1991, which is
incorporated by reference, describes procedures for obtaining
electrical measurements for these lamps. (See 10 CFR 430, Subpart B,
Appendix R) DOE reviewed the test procedure and the ANSI updates, and
it was found that the 1997 revision provides less restrictive
requirements for supply voltage than the 1991 version, and it removes
specifications for instrumentation usage and correction determination.
These updates are based on changes in technology, and DOE believes that
these revisions would not change the measured lamp efficacy. The
revised 1997 ANSI standard requires that lamp testing be performed in a
draft-free environment and that the test instruments are of true root
mean square type.\10\ DOE has tentatively concluded that both of these
updates would help to reduce errors and produce more consistent,
accurate representations of lamp performance, without resulting in any
additional testing burden or change in measured lamp efficacies.
Therefore, DOE is proposing to amend the reference to ANSI C78.375-1991
by replacing it with ANSI C78.375-1997 in 10 CFR 430.22 and 10 CFR part
430, Subpart B, Appendix R.
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from the measured waveform, rather than basing the calculation on
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Next, NEMA suggested that DOE amend references to ANSI C82.3-1983,
which provides design features and operating characteristics for
fluorescent lamp reference ballasts, by replacing it with the latest
version of that standard, ANSI C82.3-2002. (NEMA, No. 12 at p. 3) ANSI
C82.3-1983 is currently referenced in the test methods and measurements
section of the GSFL test procedure (see 10 CFR part 430, Subpart B,
Appendix R, paragraph 4.1.1). ANSI C82.3-2002 updates instrument/
calibration requirements reflective of the changes over time in the
instrumentation used to test lamps. Instrumentation used today no
longer requires many of the calibrations and adjustments dictated in
the 1983 standard. DOE believes that the revised ANSI standard (ANSI
C82.3-2002), though simplifying calibration and adjustment techniques,
does not alter the measured efficacies of lamps tested vis-[agrave]-vis
those reported in ANSI C82.3-1983. In addition, ANSI C82.3-2002
introduces high-frequency (i.e., 25 kHz) specifications for reference
test ballasts. However, as stated above, DOE is proposing to require
all lamps to be tested using low-frequency ballasts (except those which
can only be tested with high-frequency ballasts). Because all currently
covered lamps have corresponding low-frequency ballast specifications
provided, DOE concludes that this revision to the ANSI standard does
not affect the efficacy measurement for the relevant lamps or introduce
any additional testing burden. Therefore, DOE is proposing to replace
the reference to ANSI C82.3-1983 with ANSI C82.3-2002 in 10 CFR 430.22
and 10 CFR part 430, Subpart B, Appendix R.
Furthermore, NEMA commented that IESNA LM-9-99 is the current
version of IESNA LM-9-88, and that the references to LM-9-88 in 10 CFR
part 430, Subpart B, Appendix R should be updated to the more recent
version of the IESNA standard. (NEMA, No. 12 at p. 3) These two
standards describe the procedures for assessing electrical and
photometric characteristics of fluorescent lamps. The 1999 version of
IESNA LM-9 adds specifications for self-absorption correction when
taking light output measurements. Although this addition could raise
efficacy by as much as 5 or 10 percent, the degree of this change
depends on the integrating-sphere configuration and the laboratory
conducting the testing. However, because some laboratories already
account for self-absorption in their light output measurements, these
added specifications would only affect those laboratories not presently
performing this practice. If DOE adopts this revision and concludes
that the update does significantly affect measured lamp efficacy, then
in accordance with 42 U.S.C. 6293(e), DOE would be required to ``amend
the applicable energy conservation standard during the rulemaking
carried out with respect to such test procedure.'' In this case, DOE
will revise and develop new or amended efficacy standards for
fluorescent lamps in its energy conservation standards rulemaking,
taking into consideration the updated standard, IESNA LM-9-1999. DOE
invites comment on this issue.
Another difference between IESNA LM-9-1999 and the earlier version
of that standard concerns the electrical settings used during lamp
measurements. The updated IESNA standard allows measurements to be
taken with the lamp operating and stabilized under one of three
conditions: (1) At the specified input voltage to the reference
circuit; (2) at the rated lamp power; or (3) at a specified current. In
contrast, the 1988 version of the IESNA standard requires that
measurements be taken at the input voltage specified by the reference
circuit. Though all three measurement techniques are valid methods to
test fluorescent lamps, DOE believes that testing under each of the
three measurement techniques could result in significantly different
efficacies. Therefore, in order to ensure consistent lamp efficacy
measurements, DOE proposes to limit the testing of lamps by using one
particular method, with the lamp operating and stabilized at the
specified input voltage to the reference circuit. By retaining this
single method of testing lamps, DOE makes certain that updating to
IESNA LM-9-1999 will not change the measured lamp efficacy or cause
additional testing burden. Other changes to the revised version
standardize methods of testing by providing clearer guidelines. DOE
believes that these updates will result in more consistent and accurate
efficacy measuring and reporting. Therefore, DOE proposes to update the
references to IESNA LM-9 in 10 CFR 430.22 and 10 CFR part 430, Subpart
B, Appendix R, by substituting the test method in IESNA LM-9-1999, with
a limitation that the testing conditions are to be that the lamp must
be operating and stabilized at the specified input voltage to the
reference circuit.
2. Incandescent Reflector Lamps and General Service Incandescent Lamps
NEMA commented that IESNA LM-45-1991 is out of date and has been
updated to IESNA LM-45-2000. (NEMA, No. 12 at pp. 3-4) IESNA LM-45-
1991, which is incorporated by reference in 10 CFR part 430, Subpart B,
Appendix R, describes the procedures to be followed for measurement of
the electrical and photometric characteristics of general service
incandescent filament lamps. In addition, IESNA LM-20 (the referenced
standard regarding the photometric testing of reflector-type lamps)
incorporates IESNA LM-45-1991 by reference. DOE's review of these
testing
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standards indicates that revising the test procedure to incorporate
IESNA LM-45-2000 by reference would update testing instrumentation
specifications, test procedure information, and mechanisms for
determining measurement errors.
DOE believes that substituting IESNA LM-45-2000 for the version
currently incorporated would provide clarification in the test
procedure, which would reduce variability without significantly
affecting measured lamp efficacy. Specifically, the revised IESNA
standard provides a detailed procedure for establishing lamp
stabilization. The revised IESNA standard also explains the origin of
measurement errors caused by the deviation in system response from the
photopic luminous efficacy function (V([lambda])) when determining
illuminance and total luminous flux. Furthermore, the revised IESNA
standard requires a tighter bound of uncertainty measurements for
voltage and current. It is DOE's understanding that these modifications
could reduce uncertainty and variability in efficacy measurements. DOE
believes that the changes are necessary because the previous
methodology incorporates measurement techniques that could result in
different efficacy values for the same lamp. In addition, DOE believes
that testing under an amended test procedure that incorporates the 2000
version of the IESNA standard would not be unduly burdensome to
conduct. Therefore, DOE is proposing to incorporate by reference IESNA
LM-45-2000 under 10 CFR 430.22 and 10 CFR part 430, Subpart B, Appendix
R.
3. Medium-Based Compact Fluorescent Lamps
DOE is proposing to delete references to test procedures for
medium-based compact fluorescent lamps from 10 CFR part 430, Subpart B,
Appendix R, because test procedures conforming with EPACT 2005 were
added by the December 2006 Final Rule. Section 323(b)(12)(A) of EPCA,
as amended, requires test procedures for medium-based CFL to be based
on the August 9, 2001, version of the ENERGY STAR program requirements
for CFL (version 2.0). Accordingly, the December 2006 Final Rule
incorporated the version 2.0 as DOE's test procedure for CFL. (10 CFR
part 430, Subpart B, Appendix W) This statutory directive supersedes
the testing procedures adopted by the September 1994 Interim Final
Rule. Therefore, DOE proposes to delete references to testing medium-
based compact fluorescent lamps from 10 CFR 430.22 and 10 CFR part 430,
Subpart B, Appendix R. In addition, DOE proposes to reference Appendix
W of Subpart B instead of Appendix R of Subpart B in 10 CFR part 430
when indicating the appropriate test procedure for medium base compact
fluorescent lamps.
4. General Information Standards
NEMA commented that IESNA LM-16-1993, a guide to colorimetry of
light sources, has been withdrawn and is commercially unavailable.
Accordingly, NEMA requested that this reference be eliminated from
DOE's regulations. (NEMA, No. 12 at pp. 3-4) IESNA LM-16-1993, which is
referenced in 10 CFR part 430, Subpart B, Appendix R, is not a specific
test method and does not provide any detail associated with the test
procedures contained in Appendix R. IESNA LM-16 provides only
educational information and refers to testing standards already
referenced by other incorporated ANSI, IESNA, and CIE references.
Therefore, DOE is proposing to delete the reference to IESNA LM-16-1993
from Appendix R because it has been withdrawn by industry and is
superfluous to DOE's test procedure. Correspondingly, DOE is proposing
to delete the reference to IESNA LM-16-1993 from 10 CFR 430.22(b)(2).
DOE believes that these amendments would not result in any change in
the testing method or measured efficacies of fluorescent or
incandescent lamps.
In its comments, NEMA urged DOE to incorporate by reference CIE
Publication 13.3-1995, which is the updated version of CIE Publication
13.2-1974 (corrected reprint 1993). CIE Publication 13.2 is cited in 10
CFR 430.2, 10 CFR 430.22(b)(3), and 10 CFR part 430, Subpart B,
Appendix R. CIE Publication 13.2 is referenced in the definition of
``colored fluorescent lamp'' (10 CFR 430.2) and in the test methods and
measurements of GSFL (10 CFR 430, Subpart B, Appendix R, paragraph
4.5.1).\11\ CIE Publication 13.2 presents the procedure for measuring
and specifying color rendering properties of light sources. Relative to
CIE Publication 13.2, data tables have been modified in CIE Publication
13.3 to be representative of current spectroradiometric practices. A
smaller interval for the color rendering index (CRI) is required due to
changes in current practices. However, the technical method for
determining CRI has not changed from the 1974 edition of the CIE
publication. DOE believes the proposed amendments to this document
would not significantly impact the measurement of lamp efficacy or add
additional testing burden because these changes have already been
widely adopted in practice and are now standardized across
laboratories. Therefore, DOE is proposing to update the relevant CFR
provisions to incorporate by reference CIE Publication 13.3-1995, in
place of CIE Publication 13.2-1974 (corrected reprint 1993).
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\11\ CIE Publication 13.2 is also referenced in the DOE
definition of ``colored incandescent lamp'' as developed and
codified in the May 1997 Final Rule. 62 FR 29221,29228 (May 29,
1997) However, section 321(a)(1) of EISA 2007 establishes a new
definition (superseding DOE's previous definition) that references
the updated CIE Publication 13.3.
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In addition, DOE is also proposing in this notice to delete the
reference to TLA Lighting Consultants from 10 CFR 430.22(b)(3), and
instead is inserting both an e-mail address and Web site for CIE. DOE
is proposing this amendment for the following reasons: (1) DOE no
longer believes it is necessary to list a private company as the source
of CIE documents when CIE documents can be purchased online directly
from CIE; and (2) as discussed in 10 CFR 430.22(a)(2), the CIE document
and all referenced standards are made publicly available through both
the National Archives and Records Administration and the U.S.
Department of Energy headquarters in Washington, DC.
B. High-Frequency Fluorescent Ballast Testing
As discussed in Section III.A above, DOE is proposing to
incorporate by reference ANSI C78.81 and ANSI C78.901 (which replaced
ANSI C78.1, ANSI C78.2, and ANSI C78.3) in 10 CFR part 430, Subpart B,
Appendix R, paragraph 4.1.1. ANSI C78.81 allows several lamps to be
tested on high-frequency ballasts. Philips commented that the same lamp
tested on different reference ballasts may have different reported
efficacies. (Philips, No. 11 at p. 3) The Philips comment raises a
significant point. DOE believes that having a fluorescent lamp efficacy
standard which allows manufacturers to determine compliance by using
either of two different methods would introduce inconsistencies in the
measured efficacies for those products. At this time, while high-
frequency testing specifications are available for some lamps, they are
not yet available for all of DOE's covered fluorescent lamp types. ANSI
C78.81 does provide low-frequency reference ballast specifications for
all of DOE's covered fluorescent lamps. Therefore, consistent with the
current test procedure, DOE is proposing in this NOPR to require
testing of GSFL using low-frequency reference ballasts when possible.
If, as discussed in the energy conservation standards ANOPR, DOE were
to extend its coverage to certain additional
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fluorescent lamps for which only high-frequency reference ballast
specifications are available, then DOE proposes to require that testing
of those lamps would be conducted using the specified high-frequency
reference ballast. By continuing to test fluorescent lamps on low-
frequency ballasts when possible, DOE ensures consistent and repeatable
efficacy measurements. In addition, as this proposal does not represent
a divergence from the current testing practices, DOE believes that the
proposed test procedure would neither increase testing burden nor alter
the measured efficacy of fluorescent lamps.
DOE is aware that the fluorescent ballast market is shifting toward
high-frequency (i.e., electronic) ballasts. Therefore, if industry
standards are amended in the future so as to provide high-frequency
testing specifications for a more comprehensive list of covered lamps,
DOE will consider reevaluating its test procedures. In such a case, DOE
may propose allowing manufacturers the option of choosing either low-
frequency reference balance testing or high-frequency reference ballast
testing. DOE notes that if it allows manufacturers to test and
represent the efficacy of their lamps using a high-frequency reference
ballast, DOE would need to adjust the table of fluorescent lamp
efficacy requirements (which currently includes low-frequency ballasts
efficacy levels) so as to also include high-frequency ballast efficacy
levels, in accordance with 42 U.S.C. 6293(e). In other words, DOE would
scale its efficacy requirements to reflect the performance of a lamp on
a low-frequency ballast to that same lamp's performance on a high-
frequency ballast. DOE invites stakeholders to comment on this issue.
C. Calculation of Fluorescent Lamp Efficacy
DOE's current test procedures for fluorescent and incandescent
lamps contain an inconsistency between the definition of ``lamp
efficacy'' and the minimum efficacy standards established by the Energy
Policy Act of 1992 (Pub. L. 102-486) (EPACT 1992). Under 10 CFR part
430, Subpart B, Appendix R, paragraph 2.6, lamp efficacy for all lamps
is defined as: ``the ratio of measured lamp lumen output in to the
measured lamp electrical power input in watts, rounded to the nearest
whole number, in units of lumens per watt.'' Similarly, the GSFL test
procedure states that lamp efficacy measurements should be rounded to
the nearest lumen per watt (10 CFR 430.23(r)(2)). However, in 10 CFR
430.23(r)(3), lamp efficacy for IRL is defined as the ratio of lumens
emitted over watts consumed, rounded to the nearest tenth of a lumen
per watt. DOE believes that accuracy of efficacy measurements is
crucial in order to maximize energy savings under DOE regulations. DOE
further notes that average lamp efficacy requirements for GSFL, as
listed in EPCA, are specified to the nearest tenth of a lumen per watt.
(42 U.S.C. 6295(i)(1)(A)) Therefore, DOE is proposing to revise the
GSFL test procedure (10 CFR 430.23(r)(2)) and the test procedure
definition of ``lamp efficacy'' (10 CFR part 430, Subpart B, Appendix
R, paragraph 2.6), such that all efficacy measurements for lamps are
rounded to the nearest tenth of a lumen per watt. This proposal is
consistent with DOE's approach in the May 1997 Final Rule regarding the
rounding practice required for the calculation of IRL efficacy. In the
May 1997 Final Rule, DOE stated that IRL lamp efficacy should be
rounded to the nearest tenth of a lumen per watt in order to retain the
significant figures in the EPCA standard for IRL. (42 U.S.C.
6295(i)(1)(A)) 62 FR 29221, 29234 (May 29, 1997) This proposed revision
to the efficacy rounding practice for GSFL does not alter the method of
taking test measurements, but only the calculation of lamp efficacy.
Therefore, DOE believes that requiring average lamp efficacy
measurements of GSFL be rounded to the nearest tenth of a lumen per
watt would not be unduly burdensome.
In sum, DOE believes that these amendments to the test procedure
would neither be unduly burdensome to implement nor alter the measured
efficacy of covered fluorescent lamps. DOE invites stakeholders to
comment on this issue.
D. Measurement and Calculation of Correlated Color Temperature
DOE uses CCT as a metric to define ``colored fluorescent lamp'' and
``colored incandescent lamp.'' \12\ In both cases, CCT is used to
determine whether a lamp that operates with a particular CCT should be
classified as a colored lamp, and therefore not be subject to
regulation as a covered product. The existing test procedures for
fluorescent and incandescent lamps in the CFR do not provide guidance
or methodologies for determining or calculating CCT. In today's Federal
Register, DOE is publishing an ANOPR for the energy conservation
standards rulemaking on GSFL and IRL that takes into consideration CCT.
In the energy conservation standards ANOPR, DOE is requesting comment
on the development of separate product classes and efficacy standards
for fluorescent lamps based on CCT. In order that manufacturers may all
use the same reference document for determining their fluorescent lamp
CCT values, DOE is proposing to incorporate by reference in this
proceeding IESNA LM-9-1999, titled ``IESNA Approved Method for the
Electrical and Photometric Measurements of Fluorescent Lamps.'' IESNA
LM-9-1999 provides a clear and adequate methodology for the measurement
and calculation of the CCT of a fluorescent lamp. Under IESNA LM-9-
1999, CCT is determined by measuring the spectral power distribution
and then calculating the chromaticity coordinates which correspond to a
particular CCT. DOE does not believe the adoption of this IESNA
standard imposes an additional burden on fluorescent lamp manufacturers
because manufacturers already calculate chromaticity coordinates to
report an industry-standardized CCT for these lamps in their product
catalogs and marketing literature. Therefore, DOE is proposing to
include IESNA LM-9-1999 in the definition of ``colored fluorescent
lamp'' under 10 CFR 430.2 and in 10 CFR part 430, Subpart B, Appendix R
as a test method for the measurement and calculation of CCT for
fluorescent lamps.
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\12\ The following is the definition of ``colored fluorescent
lamp'' set forth in 10 CFR 430.2: ``Colored fluorescent lamp means a
fluorescent lamp designated and marketed as a colored lamp, and with
either of the following characteristics: a CRI less than 40, as
determined according to the method given in CIE Publication 13.2
(see 10 CFR 430.22), or a lamp correlated color temperature less
than 2,500K or greater than 6,600K.''
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Section 321(a)(1)(B) of EISA 2007 introduces a new statutory
definition for ``colored incandescent lamp,'' stating that a colored
incandescent lamp is, in part, an incandescent lamp with ``a correlated
color temperature less than 2,500K, or greater than 4,600K, where
correlated temperature is computed according to the Journal of Optical
Society of America, Vol. 58, pages 1528-1595 (1986).'' \13\ As this
statutory definition explicitly prescribes the method for calculation
of CCT for incandescent lamps, in this NOPR, DOE proposes to
incorporate this same reference into the incandescent lamp test
procedure. DOE does not consider this action to be unduly burdensome,
as no manufacturer is required to determine the CCT of their
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lamps. However, if a manufacturer intends to seek an exclusion from the
regulatory requirements because a particular lamp is less than 2500K or
greater than 4600K, then the manufacturer would need to use the Journal
of Optical Society of America, Vol. 58, pages 1528-1595 (1968) \14\ in
order to make that determination.
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\13\ This statutory definition supersedes the previous
definition for ``colored incandescent lamp'' which DOE developed and
incorporated into 10 CFR 430.2 in the May 1997 Final Rule. 62 FR
29221, 29228 (May 29, 1997)
\14\ DOE notes that the publication year of the referenced
article in the definition of ``colored incandescent lamp,'' as
printed in section 321(a)(1)(B) of EISA, contains a typographical
error. When incorporating this reference into the CFR, DOE makes the
technical correction of replacing ``1986'' with ``1968.''
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E. General Service Fluorescent Lamp Basic Model
As mentioned above, in today's Federal Register, DOE is publishing
an ANOPR for the energy conservation standards rulemaking that
considers separate product classes and efficacy standards for GSFL
based on CCT. In order to demonstrate compliance to that potential
efficacy standard, manufacturers would have to test and report on a
basic model. A ``basic model'' involves defining a lamp or class of
lamps which do not have any differentiating electrical, physical, or
functional features that affect efficacy. In the May 1997 Final Rule,
DOE stated that the definition of ``basic model'' for GSFL includes all
lamps with essentially identical light output, power input, and
luminous efficacy, regardless of their CCT. 62 FR 29221, 29232 (May 29,
1997). However, given DOE's consideration in the ANOPR of establishing
product classes based on CCT, in this NOPR, DOE proposes to amend the
definition of ``basic model'' for GSFL in 10 CFR 430.2 so as to require
that the lamps have similar CCTs. DOE invites comment from stakeholders
on this revision to the definition of ``basic model.''
F. Reference Ballast Settings for Added Fluorescent Lamp Coverage
DOE is aware that the recent introduction of new 4-foot medium
bipin and 2-foot U-Shaped fluorescent lamps into the lighting market
has effectively expanded DOE's scope of regulation under the existing
definition of ``fluorescent lamp.'' In addition, in the energy
conservation standards ANOPR published in today's Federal Register, DOE
is considering expanding coverage of the fluorescent lamp standard to
include additional 4-foot medium bipin, 2-foot U-shaped, 8-foot single
pin slimline, and 8-foot recessed double contact high output lamps.
Some of the recently introduced fluorescent lamps or the additional
fluorescent lamps require additional test procedure specifications
(i.e., reference ballast settings) because the current test procedure
is not adequate for this purpose. Specifically, DOE is proposing to
adopt a process for determining ballast settings for those lamps which
are covered but do not yet have ANSI-approved reference ballast
settings. Accordingly, in this document, DOE is proposing test
procedures for these additional lamps not contained in the industry
test procedures incorporated by reference in DOE's test procedure. The
proposed test procedure amendments are as follows:
1. 4-Foot Medium Bipin Lamps
The current test procedure for 4-foot medium bipin fluorescent
lamps does not specify reference ballast settings for lamps that are
not included in ANSI C78.1-1991. DOE is aware of several 4-foot medium
bipin lamps that have been introduced since 1991 and, therefore, are
not covered in ANSI C78.1-1991. Therefore, DOE proposes to add
reference ballast settings for these lamps. For any 4-foot medium bipin
lamp not listed in ANSI C78.81-2005 (i.e., the updated version DOE is
proposing to adopt in this notice), the lamp should be tested using the
following reference ballast settings:
T10 and T12 lamps: 236 volts, 0.430 amps, and 439 ohms.
T8 lamps: 300 volts, 0.265 amps, and 910 ohms.
DOE invites comment on these proposed reference ballast settings
for 4-foot medium bipin lamps.
2. 2-Foot U-Shaped Lamps
Similarly, for 2-foot U-shaped lamps, DOE is aware of several
products that have been introduced since 1991 and are not covered in
ANSI 78.1-1991. Therefore, DOE is proposing to also add reference
ballast settings for these lamps. For T12 and T8 lamps, DOE determines
the appropriate lamp replacement that exists in the C78.901-2005 (i.e.,
the updated version that contains U-shaped lamps and that DOE is
proposing to adopt in this NOPR), and then uses the corresponding
reference ballast settings for all lamps that fall into that category.
For lamps not listed in ANSI C78.901-2005, these lamps should be tested
using the following reference ballast settings:
T12 lamps: 236 volts, 0.430 amps, and 439 ohms.
T8 lamps: 300 volts, 0.265 amps, and 910 ohms.
DOE invites comment on these proposed reference ballast settings
for 2-foot U-shaped lamps.
3. 8-Foot Slimline Lamps
In the energy conservation standards ANOPR published in today's
Federal Register, DOE is considering expansion of coverage of GSFL to
include ``8-foot, single pin, instant start, slimline lamps, with a
rated wattage >= 52, not defined in ANSI Standard C78.3-1991.'' If DOE
decides to adopt standards for these lamps, amendments to the existing
test procedures will be required for them as well. However, since these
lamps are not contained in ANSI C78.3-1991, there are no reference
ballast settings available with which to test them. Therefore, DOE is
proposing to develop reference ballast settings for these lamps, which
may be used in the event they become ``covered products'' (i.e.,
covered by standards). For any 8-foot slimline lamp not listed in the
updated ANSI C78.81-2005, DOE is proposing the following reference
ballast settings:
T12 lamps: 625 volts, 0.425 amps, and 1280 ohms.
T8 lamps: 625 volts, 0.260 amps, and 1960 ohms.
DOE invites comment on these proposed reference ballast settings
for 8-foot slimline lamps.
4. 8-Foot High Output Lamps
Similarly, for 8-foot high output lamps, in the energy conservation
standards ANOPR, DOE is considering expansion of coverage of GSFL to
include ``8-foot, recessed double-contact, rapid start, HO lamps, not
defined in ANSI Standard C78.1-1991.'' If DOE decides to adopt
standards for these lamps, amendments to the existing test procedures
will be required for them as well. However, since these lamps are not
contained in ANSI C78.1-1991, there are no reference ballast settings
available with which to test them. Therefore, DOE is proposing to
develop reference ballast settings for these lamps, which may be used
in the event they become covered products. For any 8-foot HO lamp not
listed in the updated ANSI C78.81-2005, DOE is proposing testing the
lamp using the following reference ballast settings:
T12 lamps: 400 volts, 0.800 amps, and 415 ohms.
T8 lamps: 450 volts, 0.395 amps, and 595 ohms.
DOE invites comment on these proposed reference ballast settings
for 8-foot HO lamps.
5. 8-Foot Very High Output Lamps
For the reasons explained in today's energy conservation standards
ANOPR, DOE is not considering expansion of coverage of the energy
conservation standards to 8-foot recessed double
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contact very high output (VHO) fluorescent lamps. However, if DOE
decides to cover these lamps during a future energy conservation
standards rulemaking, a test procedure to accommodate them would be
required. Therefore, DOE reviewed the existing DOE test procedure and
updated industry test procedures to determine if the current test
procedures for GSFL are adequate for 8-foot VHO lamps. With regard to
the specifications of the physical and electrical characteristics of
these lamps, DOE notes that ANSI C78.81-2005, which DOE proposes to
incorporate by reference through this document, already includes the
ballast setting specifications for some VHO lamps. For other VHO lamps
that are not listed in ANSI C78.81-2005, DOE is proposing reference
ballast settings which could be used if these lamps become covered
products. Thus, for any VHO lamp not listed in ANSI C78.81-2005, DOE
proposes testing the lamp using the following reference ballast
settings:
T12 lamps: 400 volts, 1.500 amps, and 215 ohms.
DOE invites comment on these proposed reference ballast settings
for VHO lamps.
6. T5 Fluorescent Lamps
For the reasons explained in today's energy conservation standards
ANOPR, DOE is not considering expansion of coverage of the energy
conservation standards to T5 fluorescent lamps. However, if DOE decides
to cover these lamps during a future energy conservation standards
rulemaking, a test procedure to accommodate them would be required.
Therefore, DOE reviewed the existing DOE test procedure and updated
industry test procedures and determined that the current test
procedures for GSFL are adequate for some T5 lamps. In addition, with
regard to the specifications of the physical and electrical
characteristics of T5 lamps, DOE notes that ANSI C78.81-2005, which DOE
is already proposing to incorporate by reference, includes the ballast
setting specifications for some T5 lamps. However, for other T5 lamps
not listed in ANSI C78.81-2005, DOE is proposing reference ballast
settings which could be used if these lamps become covered products.
Thus, for any normal or high output T5 lamp with a nominal length of
four feet that is not listed in ANSI C78.81-2005, DOE proposes testing
the lamp using the following reference ballast settings:
Normal Ouptut T5: 329 volts, 0.170 amps, and 950 ohms.
High Output T5: 235 volts, 0.460 amps, and 255 ohms.
Should DOE decide to extend coverage to and evaluate energy
conservation standards for other T5 lamps that may subsequently be
developed, DOE would establish reference ballast settings in the same
manner as normal output and high output T5 lamps addressed above,
namely, deriving the reference ballast settings from International
Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 60081.\15\ DOE would determine the
appropriate lamp replacement that exists in the industry standard and
use the corresponding reference ballast settings for all lamps that
fall into that category. DOE invites comment on this issue and the
proposed reference ballast settings for T5 lamps.
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\15\ IEC 60081 is a publication of the International
Electrotechnical Commission in Switzerland. This technical
publication is cross-referenced by ANSI C78.81-2005 as the source
for reference ballast settings of T5 lamps that are not listed in
ANSI C78.81-2005. The title of IEC 60081 is Double-capped
fluorescent lamps--Performance specifications. Available for
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G. Test Procedures for Added General Service Incandescent Lamp Coverage
As stated earlier, EISA 2007 established energy conservation
standards for GSIL. Currently, for the purpose of Federal Trade
Commission (FTC) labeling requirements, a limited test procedure for
GSIL is provided in the CFR. In this NOPR, DOE proposes to amend the
existing test procedure in order to: (1) Specify the units to be tested
in 10 CFR 430.24(r)(1); (2) define the ``basic model'' for GSIL in 10
CFR 430.2; and (3) provide a method for calculating GSIL annual energy
consumption and efficacy in 10 CFR 430.23(r). Because of the similarity
in technology of GSIL and IRL, DOE is proposing that the above
additions to the GSIL test procedure be implemented in the same manner
as the corresponding IRL test procedure. DOE invites comment on the
proposed amendments to the GSIL test procedure.
H. Off Mode and Standby Mode Energy Consumption
Section 310(3) of EISA 2007 directs DOE to amend its test
procedures for all covered products to incorporate a measure of off
mode and standby mode energy consumption, if feasible. (42 U.S.C.
6295(gg)(2)) After careful review, DOE has preliminarily concluded that
for the GSFL, IRL, and GSIL which are the subject of this rulemaking,
current technologies for these products do not employ a standby mode or
off mode. Therefore, DOE believes establishing a test procedure for
such features, is infeasible. Given EISA 2007's definitions of ``active
mode,'' ``off mode,'' and ``standby mode,'' \16\ the lamp must be
entirely disconnected from the main power source (i.e., the lamp is
switched off) in order to not provide any active mode function (i.e.,
emit light), thereby meeting the second provision in the definition of
``off mode.'' However, if the lamp is disconnected from the main power
source, the lamp clearly does not satisfy the requirements of operating
in off mode. In addition, DOE believes that all covered products that
meet the definitions of ``GSFL,'' ``IRL,'' and ``GSIL'' are single-
function products and do not offer any secondary user-oriented or
protective functions. Therefore, DOE believes that it is not feasible
to incorporate off mode or standby mode energy use into its test
procedures for GSFL, IRL, and GSIL. DOE invites stakeholder comment on
the issue of off mode and standby mode energy consumption for the
products addressed in this rulemaking.
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EISA 2007 defines ``active mode,'' ``off mode,'' and ``standby
mode'' as follows: `` The term `active mode' means the condition in
which an energy-using product--(I) is connected to a main power
source; (II) has been activated; and (III) provides 1 or more main
functions.'' `` The term `off mode' means the condition in which an
energy-using product--(I) is connected to a main power source; and
(II) is not providing any stand-by or active mode function.'' ``The
term `standby mode' means the condition in which an energy-using
product--(I) is connected to a main power source; and (II) offers 1
or more of the following user-oriented or protective functions: (aa)
To facilitate the activation or deactivation of other functions
(including active mode) by remote switch (including remote control),
internal sensor, or timer. (bb) Continuous functions including
information or status displays (including clocks) or sensor-based
functions.''
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IV. Public Participation
DOE will make the entire record of this proposed rulemaking,
including the transcript from the public meeting, available for
inspection at the U.S. Department of Energy, 6th Floor, 950 L'Enfant
Plaza, SW., Washington, DC 20024, (202) 586-9127, between 9 a.m. and 4
p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. Anyone may
purchase a copy of the transcript from the transcribing reporter.
A. Submission of Comments
DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this
notice, the proceeding of the public meeting, or any aspect of the
rulemaking, until no later than the date provided at the beginning of
this notice. Comments, data, and information submitted to DOE's e-mail
address for this rulemaking should be
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provided in WordPerfect, Microsoft Word, PDF, or text (ASCII) file
format. Stakeholders should avoid the use of special characters or any
form of encryption, and wherever possible, comments should include the
electronic signature of the author. Absent an electronic signature,
comments submitted electronically must be followed and authenticated by
submitting a signed original paper document to the address provided at
the beginning of this notice. Comments, data, and information submitted
to DOE via mail or hand delivery/courier should include one signed
original paper copy. No telefacsimiles (faxes) will be accepted.
According to 10 CFR 1004.11, any person submitting information that
he or she believes to be confidential and exempt by law from public
disclosure should submit two copies: one copy of the document including
all the information believed to be confidential, and one copy of the
document with the information believed to be confidential deleted. DOE
will make its own determination as to the confidential status of the
information and treat it according to its determination.
Factors of interest to DOE when evaluating requests to treat
submitted information as confidential include: (1) A description of the
items; (2) whether and why such items are customarily treated as
confidential within the industry; (3) whether the information is
generally known or available from public sources; (4) whether the
information has previously been made available to others without
obligation concerning its confidentiality; (5) an explanation of the
competitive injury to the submitting person which would result from
public disclosure; (6) a date after which such information might no
longer be considered confidential; and (7) why disclosure of the
information would be contrary to the public interest.
After the public meeting and the expiration of the period for
submission of written statements, DOE will begin conducting the
analyses as discussed at the public meeting and reviewing the comments
received.
B. Issues on Which DOE Seeks Comment
Although comments are welcome on all aspects of this rulemaking,
DOE is particularly interested in receiving comments and views of
interested parties concerning the following issues:
1. Test Procedure Reference Updates
DOE seeks comment on the proposed test procedure reference updates,
specifically, whether these updates to ANSI, IESNA, and CIE standards
would introduce an additional testing burden or change the measurement
of lamp efficacy. (See Section 0 for further detail.)
2. High-Frequency Fluorescent Ballast Testing
DOE seeks comment on whether it should limit fluorescent lamp
testing to low-frequency ballasts when both low- and high-frequency
reference ballast settings are available in ANSI C78.81-2005 or ANSI
C78.901. (See Section 0 for further detail.)
3. Calculation of Fluorescent Lamp Efficacy
DOE seeks comment on whether fluorescent lamp efficacy should be
calculated to the nearest tenth of a lumen per watt. (See Section 0 for
further detail.)
4. Measurement and Calculation of Correlated Color Temperature
DOE seeks comment on the proposed incorporation by reference of the
industry standard LM-9-1999 for measuring and determining CCT for
fluorescent lamps. (See Section 0 for further detail.)
5. General Service Fluorescent Lamp Basic Model
DOE seeks comment on the proposed requirement that all GSFL that
are considered to be the same basic model must have similar CCTs. (See
Section 0 for further detail.)
6. Reference Ballast Settings for Added Fluorescent Lamp Coverage
DOE seeks comment on the proposed reference ballast settings for 4-
foot medium bipin lamps, 2-foot U-shaped lamps, 8-foot single pin
slimline lamps, 8-foot high output lamps, 8-foot very high output
lamps, and T5 fluorescent lamps. (See Section 0 for further detail.)
7. Additions to the General Service Incandescent Lamp Test Procedure
DOE seeks comment on the proposed additions to the GSIL test
procedure: (1) Specifying the units to be tested in 10 CFR
430.24(r)(1), (2) defining the ``basic model'' for GSIL in 10 CFR
430.2, and (3) providing a method for calculating GSIL annual energy
consumption and efficacy in 10 CFR 430.23(r). (See Section 0 for
further detail.)
8. Off Mode and Standby Mode Energy Consumption
DOE seeks comment on its proposal to not include test procedures
off mode and standby mode energy consumption of GSFL, IRL, and GSIL.
(See Section 0 for further detail.)
V. Regulatory Review
A. Executive Order 12866
Today's proposed rule has been determined to not be a ``significant
regulatory action'' under Executive Order 12866, ``Regulatory Planning
and Review,'' 58 FR 51735 (October 4, 1993). Accordingly, this action
was not subject to review under that Executive Order by the Office of
Information and Regulatory Affairs of the Office of Management and
Budget.
B. National Environmental Policy Act
DOE has determined that this proposed rule is covered under the
Categorical Exclusion A6 found in DOE's National Environmental Policy
Act regulation at Appendix A to Subpart D, 10 CFR part 1021, which
applies because this rule is establishing revisions to existing test
procedures that will not affect the quality or distribution of energy
and will not result in any environmental impacts.\17\ Accordingly,
neither an environmental assessment nor an environmental impact
statement is required.
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\17\ Categorical Exclusion A6 provides, ``Rulemakings that are
strictly procedural, such as rulemaking (under 48 CFR part 9)
establishing procedures for technical and pricing proposals and
establishing contract clauses and contracting practices for the
purchase of goods and services, and rulemaking (under 10 CFR part
600) establishing application and review procedures for, and
administration, audit, and closeout of, grants and cooperative
agreements.''
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C. Regulatory Flexibility Act
The Regulatory Flexibility Act (5 U.S.C. 601 et seq.) requires
preparation of an initial regulatory flexibility analysis for any rule
that by law must be proposed for public comment, unless the agency
certifies that the rule, if promulgated, will not have a significant
economic impact on a substantial number of small entities. As required
by Executive Order 13272, ``Proper Consideration of Small Entities in
Agency Rulemaking,'' 67 FR 53461 (August 16, 2002), DOE published
procedures and policies on February 19, 2003, to ensure that the
potential impacts of its rules on small entities are properly
considered during the DOE rulemaking process. 68 FR 7990. DOE has made
its procedures and policies available on the Office of the General
Counsel's Web site: http://www.gc.doe.gov.
EPACT 2005 amended EPCA to incorporate into DOE's energy
conservation program certain consumer products and commercial and
industrial equipment, including the products for which DOE is proposing
test procedures in this notice. On October 18, 2005,
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DOE published in the Federal Register a technical amendment to place in
the CFR the energy conservation standards, and related definitions,
that Congress prescribed in EPACT 2005. 70 FR 60407. Today, DOE is
publishing further technical amendments to certain energy conservation
standards for lamps previously published in the Federal Register on May
29, 1997.
DOE has reviewed today's proposed rule under the provisions of the
Regulatory Flexibility Act and the policies and procedures published on
February 19, 2003. As part of this rulemaking, DOE examined the
existing compliance costs already borne by manufacturers and compared
them to the revised compliance costs, based on the proposed revisions
to the test procedure. DOE does not find that the costs imposed by the
revisions proposed in this document would result in any significant
increase in testing or compliance costs. On the basis of the foregoing,
DOE tentatively concludes and certifies that this proposed rule would
not have a significant impact on a substantial number of small
entities. Accordingly, DOE has not prepared a regulatory flexibility
analysis for this rulemaking. DOE's certification and supporting
statement of factual basis will be provided to the Chief Counsel for
Advocacy of the Small Business Administration pursuant to 5 U.S.C.
605(b).
D. Paperwork Reduction Act
Under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA) (44 U.S.C. 3501 et
seq.), a person is not required to respond to a collection of
information unless the collection displays a valid OMB control number.
This NOPR would not impose any new information or recordkeeping
requirements, since it does not change the existing manufacturer
certification and reporting requirements adopted in DOE's May 29, 1997,
final rule. Accordingly, no OMB clearance is required under the PRA.
E. Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 1995
Title II of the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 1995 (UMRA) (Pub.
L. 104-4) requires each Federal agency to assess the effects of Federal
regulatory actions on State, local, and Tribal governments and the
private sector. For proposed regulatory actions likely to result in a
rule that may cause expenditures by State, local, and Tribal
governments, in the aggregate, or by the private sector of $100 million
or more (adjusted annually for inflation), section 202 of UMRA requires
a Federal agency to publish estimates of the resulting costs, benefits,
and other effects on the national economy (2 U.S.C. 1532(a), (b)). The
UMRA also requires a Federal agency to develop an effective process to
permit timely input by elected officers of State, local, and Tribal
governments on a proposed ``significant intergovernmental mandate.''
UMRA also requires an agency plan for giving notice and opportunity for
timely input to small governments that may be affected before
establishing a requirement that might significantly or uniquely affect
them. On March 18, 1997, DOE published a statement of policy on its
process for intergovernmental consultation under UMRA (62 FR 12820)
(also available at http://www.gc.doe.gov). Today's proposed rule
contains neither an intergovernmental mandate, nor a mandate that may
result in the expenditure of $100 million or more in any year, so these
requirements do not apply.
F. Treasury and General Government Appropriations Act, 1999
Section 654 of the Treasury and General Government Appropriations
Act, 1999 (Pub. L. 105-277) requires Federal agencies to issue a Family
Policymaking Assessment for any proposed rule that may affect family
well-being. Today's proposed rule would not have any impact on the
autonomy or integrity of the family as an institution. Accordingly, DOE
has concluded that it is unnecessary to prepare a Family Policymaking
Assessment.
G. Executive Order 13132
Executive Order 13132, ``Federalism,'' 64 FR 43255 (August 4, 1999)
imposes certain requirements on agencies formulating and implementing
policies or regulations that preempt State law or that have Federalism
implications. Agencies are required to examine the constitutional and
statutory authority supporting any action that would limit the
policymaking discretion of the States and to carefully assess the
necessity for such actions. DOE has examined this proposed rule and has
determined that it would not preempt State law and would not have a
substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship between
the national government and the States, or on the distribution of power
and responsibilities among the various levels of government. No further
action is required by Executive Order 13132.
H. Executive Order 12988
With respect to the review of existing regulations and the
promulgation of new regulations, section 3(a) of Executive Order 12988,
``Civil Justice Reform,'' 61 FR 4729 (February 7, 1996), imposes on
Federal agencies the general duty to adhere to the following
requirements: (1) Eliminate drafting errors and ambiguity; (2) write
regulations to minimize litigation; (3) provide a clear legal standard
for affected conduct rather than a general standard; and promote
simplification and burden reduction. With regard to the review required
by Section 3(a), Section 3(b) of Executive Order 12988 specifically
requires that Executive agencies make every reasonable effort to ensure
that the regulation: (1) Clearly specifies the preemptive effect, if
any; (2) clearly specifies any effect on existing Federal law or
regulation; (3) provides a clear legal standard for affected conduct
while promoting simplification and burden reduction; (4) specifies the
retroactive effect, if any; (5) adequately defines key terms; and (6)
addresses other important issues affecting clarity and general
draftsmanship under any guidelines issued by the Attorney General.
Section 3(c) of Executive Order 12988 requires Executive agencies to
review regulations in light of applicable standards in sections 3(a)
and 3(b) to determine whether they are met or it is unreasonable to
meet one or more of them. DOE has completed the required review and
determined that, to the extent permitted by law, the proposed rule
meets the relevant standards of Executive Order 12988.
I. Treasury and General Government Appropriations Act, 2001
The Treasury and General Government Appropriations Act, 2001 (44
U.S.C. 3516 note) provides for agencies to review most disseminations
of information to the public under guidelines established by each
agency pursuant to general guidelines issued by OMB.
OMB's guidelines were published at 67 FR 8452 (February 22, 2002),
and DOE's guidelines were published at 67 FR 62446 (October 7, 2002).
DOE has reviewed today's proposed rule under the OMB and DOE guidelines
and has concluded that it is consistent with applicable policies in
those guidelines.
J. Executive Order 13211
Executive Order 13211, ``Actions Concerning Regulations That
Significantly Affect Energy Supply, Distribution, or Use,'' 66 FR 28355
(May 22, 2001) requires Federal agencies to prepare and submit to OMB,
a Statement of Energy Effects for any proposed significant energy
action. A
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``significant energy action'' is defined as any action by an agency
that promulgated or is expected to lead to promulgation of a final
rule, and that: (1) Is a significant regulatory action under Executive
Order 12866, or any successor order; and (2) is likely to have a
significant adverse effect on the supply, distribution, or use of
energy; or (3) is designated by the Administrator of OIRA as a
significant energy action. For any proposed significant energy action,
the agency must give a detailed statement of any adverse effects on
energy supply, distribution, or use should the proposal be implemented,
and of reasonable alternatives to the action and their expected
benefits on energy supply, distribution, and use. Today's regulatory
action would not have a significant adverse effect on the supply,
distribution, or use of energy, and is therefore, not a significant
energy action. Accordingly, DOE has not prepared a Statement of Energy
Effects.
K. Executive Order 12630
Pursuant to Executive Order 12630, ``Governmental Actions and
Interference with Constitutionally Protected Property Rights,'' 53 FR
8859 (March 15, 1988), DOE has determined that this rule would not
result in any takings that might require compensation under the Fifth
Amendment to the United States Constitution.
L. Section 32 of the Federal Energy Administration Act of 1974
Under section 301 of the Department of Energy Organization Act
(Pub. L. 95-91), the Department of Energy must comply with section 32
of the Federal Energy Administration Act of 1974 (Pub. L. 93-275), as
amended by the Federal Energy Administration Authorization Act of 1977
(Pub. L. 95-70) 15 U.S.C. 788. Section 32 provides, in essence that,
where a proposed rule authorizes or requires use of commercial
standards, the notice of proposed rulemaking must inform the public of
the use and background of such standards. In addition, section 32(c)
requires DOE to consult with the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the
FTC concerning the impact of the commercial or industry standards on
competition.
The amendments and revisions proposed in this notice incorporate
updates to certain commercial standards already codified in the CFR.
The Department has evaluated these revised standards and is unable to
conclude whether they fully comply with the requirements of section
32(b) of the Federal Energy Administration Act, (i.e., that they were
developed in a manner that fully provides for public participation,
comment, and review). DOE will consult with the Attorney General and
the Chairman of the FTC concerning the impact of these test procedures
on competition, prior to prescribing a final rule.
IV. Approval of the Office of the Secretary
The Secretary of Energy has approved publication of this proposed
rule.
List of Subjects in 10 CFR Part 430
Administrative practice and procedure, Confidential business
information, Energy conservation, Household appliances, Imports,
Incorporation by reference, Intergovernmental relations, Small
businesses.
Issued in Washington, DC on February 21, 2008.
Alexander A. Karsner,
Assistant Secretary, Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy.
For the reasons stated in the preamble, DOE is proposing to amend
10 CFR part 430 as set forth below:
PART 430--ENERGY CONSERVATION PROGRAM FOR CONSUMER PRODUCTS
1. The authority citation for part 430 continues to read as
follows:
Authority: 42 U.S.C. 6291-6309; 28 U.S.C. 2461 note.
2. Section 430.2 is amended by:
a. Revising paragraph (15), redesignating paragraphs (16) through
(26) as paragraphs (17) through (27) and by adding a new paragraph
(16), in the definition for ``Basic Model,''
b. Revising the definition for ``Cold temperature fluorescent
lamp,''
c. Revising the definition for ``Colored fluorescent lamp,''
d. Revising paragraph (3) in the definition for ``Fluorescent
lamp.''
The revisions and additions read as follows:
Sec. 430.2 Definitions.
* * * * *
Basic Model * * *
(15) With respect to general service fluorescent lamps, means lamps
that have essentially identical light output and electrical
characteristics--including lumens per watt, color rendering index
(CRI), and correlated color temperature (CCT)--and that do not have any
differing physical or functional characteristics that affect energy
consumption or efficacy.
(16) With respect to general service incandescent lamps, means
lamps that have essentially identical light output and electrical
characteristics--including lumens per watt--and that do not have any
differing physical or functional characteristics that affect energy
consumption or efficacy. * * *
* * * * *
Cold temperature fluorescent lamp means a fluorescent lamp
specifically designed to start at -20 [deg]F when used with a ballast
conforming to the requirements of ANSI Standard C78.81-2005 and
C78.901-2005 (see 10 CFR 430.22), and is expressly designated as a cold
temperature lamp both in markings on the lamp and in marketing
materials, including but not limited to catalogs, sales literature, and
promotional material.
Colored fluorescent lamp means a fluorescent lamp designated and
marketed as a colored lamp, and with either of the following
characteristics: A CRI less than 40, as determined according to the
method given in CIE Publication 13.3 (see 10 CFR 430.22), or a lamp
correlated color temperature less than 2,500K or greater than 6,600K,
as determined according to the method set forth in IESNA LM-9-99 (see
10 CFR 430.22).
* * * * *
Fluorescent lamp * * *
(3) Any rapid start lamp (commonly referred to as 8-foot high
output lamps) with recessed double contact bases of nominal overall
length of 96 inches and 0.800 nominal amperes, as defined in ANSI
C78.81-2005 (see 10 CFR 430.22). * * *
* * * * *
3. Section 430.22 is amended by revising paragraphs (b)(1), (b)(2),
and (b)(3) and adding a new paragraph (b)(12) to read as follows:
Sec. 430.22 Reference sources.
* * * * *
(b)(1) American National Standards Institute (ANSI). The ANSI
standards listed in this paragraph may be obtained from the American
National Standards Institute, 25 W. 43rd Street, 4th Floor, New York,
NY 10036, (212) 642-4900.
1. ANSI C78.1-1991, ``for Fluorescent Lamps--Rapid-Start Types--
Dimensional and Electrical Characteristics''
2. ANSI C78.3-1991, ``for Fluorescent Lamps--Instant-Start and
Cold-Cathode Types--Dimensional and Electrical Characteristics''
3. ANSI C78.375-1997, ``for Fluorescent Lamps--Guide for Electrical
Measurements''
4. ANSI C78.81-2005, ``for Electric Lamps--Double-Capped
Fluorescent Lamps--Dimensional and Electrical Characteristics''
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5. ANSI C78.901-2005, ``for Electric Lamps--Single-Based
Fluorescent Lamps--Dimensional and Electrical Characteristics''
6. ANSI C82.3-2002 ``for Reference Ballasts for Fluorescent Lamps''
7. ANSI C79.1-1994, ``Nomenclature for Glass Bulbs--Intended for
Use with Electric Lamps''
8. ANSI C78.21-1989, ``Incandescent Lamps--PAR and R Shapes''
9. ANSI Standard Z21.56-1994, ``Gas-Fired Pool Heaters,'' section
2.9
(2) Illuminating Engineering Society of North America (IESNA). The
IESNA standards listed in this paragraph may be obtained from the
Illuminating Engineering Society of North America, 120 Wall Street,
Floor 17, New York, NY 10005-4001, (212) 248-5000.
1. Illuminating Engineering Society LM-9-99, ``IES Approved Method
for the Electrical and Photometric Measurements of Fluorescent Lamps''
2. Illuminating Engineering Society of North America LM-20-1994,
``IESNA Approved Method for Photometric Testing of Reflector-Type
Lamps''
3. Illuminating Engineering Society of North America LM-45-00,
``IES Approved Method for Electrical and Photometric Measurements of
General Service Incandescent Filament Lamps''
4. Illuminating Engineering Society of North America LM-58-1994,
``IESNA Guide to Spectroradiometric Measurements''
5. Illuminating Engineering Society of North America Lighting
Handbook, Reference and Application, 8th Edition, 1993, Chapter 6,
Light Sources
(3) International Commission on Illumination (CIE). The CIE
standard listed in this paragraph may be obtained from the
International Commission on Illumination, CIE Bureau Central,
Kegelgasse 27, A-1030, Vienna, Austria; Telephone: +43 1-714 31 87 0;
e-mail: [email protected]; Web site: http://www.cie.co.at/cie/.
1. International Commission on Illumination (CIE) Publication No.
13.3-1995, ``Method of Measuring and Specifying Color Rendering
Properties of Light Sources,'' ISBN 3 900 734 57 7
* * * * *
(12) Optical Society of America (OSA). The OSA journal article
listed in this paragraph may be obtained from the Optical Society of
America, 2010 Massachusetts Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20036-1012, (202)
223-8130; Web site: http://www.osa.org/.
1. Journal of Optical Society of America, Vol. 58, pages 1528-1595
(1968).
* * * * *
4. Section 430.23 is amended by revising paragraph (r) to read as
follows:
Sec. 430.23 Test procedures for the measurement of energy and water
consumption.
* * * * *
(r) General Service Fluorescent Lamps, General Service Incandescent
Lamps, and Incandescent Reflector Lamps. (1) The estimated annual
energy consumption for general service fluorescent lamps, general
service incandescent lamps, and incandescent reflector lamps, expressed
in kilowatt-hours per year, shall be the product of the input power in
kilowatts as determined in accordance with section 4 of Appendix R to
this subpart and an average annual use specified by the manufacturer,
with the resulting product rounded off to the nearest kilowatt-hour per
year. Manufacturers must provide a clear and accurate description of
the assumptions used for the estimated annual energy consumption.
(2) The lamp efficacy for general service fluorescent lamps shall
be equal to the average lumen output divided by the average lamp
wattage as determined in section 4 of Appendix R of this subpart, with
the resulting quotient rounded off to the nearest tenth of a lumen per
watt.
(3) The lamp efficacy for general service incandescent lamps shall
be equal to the average lumen output divided by the average lamp
wattage as determined in section 4 of Appendix R of this subpart, with
the resulting quotient rounded off to the nearest tenth of a lumen per
watt.
(4) The lamp efficacy for incandescent reflector lamps shall be
equal to the average lumen output divided by the average lamp wattage
as determined in section 4 of Appendix R of this subpart, with the
resulting quotient rounded off to the nearest tenth of a lumen per
watt.
(5) The color rendering index and correlated color temperature of a
general service fluorescent lamp shall be tested and determined in
accordance with section 4.4 of Appendix R of this subpart and rounded
off to the nearest unit.
* * * * *
5. Section 430.24 is amended by revising the first sentence of
paragraph (r)(1) introductory text, is revised to read as follows:
Sec. 430.24 Units to be tested.
* * * * *
(r)(1) For each basic model of general service fluorescent lamp,
general service incandescent lamp, and incandescent reflector lamp
samples of production lamps shall be tested and the results for all
samples shall be averaged for a 12-month period. * * *
* * * * *
5. Section 430.25 is revised to read as follows:
Sec. 430.25 Laboratory Accreditation Program.
The testing for general service fluorescent lamps, general service
incandescent lamps, and incandescent reflector lamps shall be performed
in accordance with Appendix R to this subpart. The testing for medium
base compact fluorescent lamps shall be performed in accordance with
Appendix W of this subpart. This testing shall be conducted by test
laboratories accredited by the National Voluntary Laboratory
Accreditation Program (NVLAP) or by an accrediting organization
recognized by NVLAP. NVLAP is a program of the National Institute of
Standards and Technology, U.S. Department of Commerce. NVLAP standards
for accreditation of laboratories that test for compliance with
standards for lamp efficacy and CRI are set forth in 15 CFR part 285 as
supplemented by NVLAP Handbook 150-01, ``Energy Efficient Lighting
Products, Lamps and Luminaires.'' A manufacturer's or importer's own
laboratory, if accredited, may conduct the applicable testing.
6. Appendix R to Subpart B of Part 430 is amended by:
a. Revising the title of Appendix R;
b. Revising sections 1 and 2.1;
c. Removing in section 2.6 ``whole number'' and add in its place
``tenth decimal place'';
d. Removing in section 2.9, ``and in IESNA LM-66 for medium base
compact fluorescent lamps.'';
e. Removing section 3.4;
f. Revising sections 4.1.1;
g. Redesignating section 4.1.2 as 4.1.3;
h. Adding new sections 4.1.2, 4.1.2.1, 4.1.2.2, 4.1.2.3, 4.1.2.4,
4.1.2.5, and 4.1.2.6;
i. Revising section 4.2.2;
j. Removing section 4.4; and
k. Redesignating section 4.5 as 4.4 and revise the title for
redesignated section 4.4 and text for redesignated sections 4.4.1 and
4.4.2.
The revisions and additions read as follows:
Appendix R to Subpart B of Part 430--Uniform Test Method for Measuring
Average Lamp Efficacy (LE), Color Rendering Index (CRI), and Correlated
Color Temperature (CCT) of Electric Lamps
1. Scope: This appendix applies to the measurement of lamp
lumens, electrical characteristics, CRI, and CCT for general
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service fluorescent lamps, and to the measurement of lamp lumens,
electrical characteristics for general service incandescent lamps
and incandescent reflector lamps.
2. Definitions
2.1 To the extent that definitions in the referenced IESNA and
CIE standards do not conflict with the DOE definitions, the
definitions specified in Sec. 1.2 of IESNA LM-9, Sec. 3.0 of IESNA
LM-20, Sec. 1.2 and the Glossary of IESNA LM-45, Sec. 2 of IESNA
LM-58, and Appendix 1 of CIE Publication No. 13.3 shall be included.
* * * * *
4. Test Methods and Measurements
* * * * *
4.1 General Service Fluorescent Lamps
4.1.1 The measurement procedure shall be as described in IESNA
LM-9, except that lamps shall be operated at the appropriate voltage
and current conditions as described in ANSI C78.375 and in ANSI
C78.81 or C78.901, and lamps shall be operated using the appropriate
reference ballast at input voltage specified by the reference
circuit as described in ANSI C82.3 (see 10 CFR 430.22). If, for a
lamp, both low-frequency and high-frequency reference ballast
settings are included in the ANSI standard, the lamp shall be
operated using the low-frequency reference ballast.
4.1.2 For lamps not listed in ANSI C78.81 nor in C78.901, the
lamp shall be operated using the following reference ballast
settings:
4.1.2.1 4-Foot medium bi-pin lamps shall be operated using the
following reference ballast settings: T10 or T12 lamps are to use
236 volts, 0.43 amps, and 439 ohms; T8 lamps are to use 300 volts,
0.265 amps, and 910 ohms.
4.1.2.2 2-Foot U-shaped lamps shall be operated using the
following reference ballast settings: T12 lamps are to use 236
volts, 0.430 amps, and 439 ohms; T8 lamps are to use 300 volts,
0.265 amps, and 910 ohms.
4.1.2.3 8-Foot high output lamps shall be operated using the
following reference ballast settings: T12 lamps are to use 400
volts, 0.800 amps, and 415 ohms; T8 lamps are to use 450 volts,
0.395 amps, and 595 ohms.
4.1.2.4 8-Foot slimline lamps shall be operated using the
following reference ballast settings: T12 lamps are to use 625
volts, 0.425 amps, and 1280 ohms; T8 lamps are to use 625 volts,
0.260 amps, and 1960 ohms.
4.1.2.5 8-Foot very high output lamps shall be operated using
the following reference ballast settings: T12 lamps are to use 400
volts, 1.500 amps, and 215 ohms.
4.1.2.6 Nominal 4-Foot T5 lamps shall be operated using the
following reference ballast settings: Normal output lamps are to use
329 volts, 0.170 amps, and 950 ohms; high output lamps are to use
235 volts, 0.460 amps, and 255 ohms.
4.1.3 Lamp lumen output (lumens) and lamp electrical power input
(watts), at the reference condition, shall be measured and recorded.
Lamp efficacy shall be determined by computing the ratio of the
measured lamp lumen output and lamp electrical power input at
equilibrium for the reference condition.
4.2 General Service Incandescent Lamps
* * * * *
4.2.2 The test procedure shall conform with sections 5 and 9 of
IESNA LM-45 and the lumen output of the lamp shall be determined in
accordance with section 9 of IESNA LM-45. Lamp electrical power
input in watts shall be measured and recorded. Lamp efficacy shall
be determined by computing the ratio of the measured lamp lumen
output and lamp electrical power input at equilibrium for the
reference condition. The test report shall conform to Sec. 11 of
IESNA LM-45 (see 10 CFR 430.22).
* * * * *
4.4 Determination of Color Rendering Index and Correlated Color
Temperature
4.4.1 The CRI shall be determined in accordance with the method
specified in CIE Publication 13.3 for general service fluorescent
lamps. The CCT shall be determined in accordance with the method
specified in IESNA LM-9 for general service fluorescent lamps. The
CCT shall be determined in accordance with the Journal of Optical
Society of America, Vol. 58, pages 1528-1595 (1968) for incandescent
lamps. The required spectroradiometric measurement and
characterization shall be conducted in accordance with the methods
set forth in IESNA LM-58 (see 10 CFR 430.22).
4.4.2 The test report shall include a description of the test
conditions, equipment, measured lamps, spectroradiometric
measurement results, and CRI and CCT determinations.
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