Paragraph 1

(1)

Sub-paragraphs (2) to (4) apply for the purposes of the measurements and calculations referred to in paragraphs 2 to 7.

(2)

Subject to sub-paragraph (4), for the measurement and calculation of the parameters in Schedule 9 and this Schedule for the eco 40-60 programme and the wash and dry cycle, the highest spin speed option for the eco 40-60 programme must be used at—

(a)

rated capacity;

(b)

half of the rated capacity; and

(c)

one quarter of the rated capacity.

(3)

For—

(a)

washing machines with a rated capacity lower than or equal to 3 kg; and

(b)

washer-dryers with a rated washing capacity lower than or equal to 3 kg;

the parameters for the eco 40-60 programme and for the wash and dry cycle must be measured at rated capacity only.

(4)

The duration of the eco 40-60 programme (t_W) and the wash and dry cycle (tWD) must be expressed in hours and minutes, and rounded to the nearest minute.