MEPS DOES NOT apply to the following types of ballasts: primarily for use on DC supplies or batteries; primarily for the production of light (radiation) outside the visible spectrum; to exit signs within the scope of AS/NZS 2293; to hazardous area lighting equipment within the scope of AS/NZS 2380 AS/NZS 60079 and AS/NZS 61241.

Air conditioners that have a rated standard cooling full capacity, or for heating only products, a rated standard heating full capacity, of greater than 65kW are expected to be covered by another GEMS determination.

Front or rear projection display devices and televisions.

The reference machine is a dishwasher which specially constructed and calibrated for this purpose (Miele G590). Drying index the drying index of the test machine must exceed 50% (this is conducted as a separate test) Rated capacity all specified load items shall be supported. Water consumption shall not exceed 110% of the value stated by the manufacturer. Water pressure machine shall be capable of operating at the maximum and minimum water pressure stated by the manufacturer. "

Compliance with the above-mentioned criteria does not only improve the user friendliness but also indirectly extend the products service life.

The following do not fall under the scope of these Basic Award Criteria:  • Monoblock devices, meaning air conditioners that are described as “single duct air conditioners” or “double duct air conditioners” in Regulation (EU) No. 206/2012, and window air conditioners (“window type” and “through-the-wall” devices).  • Air conditioners that exclusively provide the functions of dehumidification, air-purification, ventilation or air-heating according to Regulation (EU) No. 206/2012.  • Air conditioners for use in vehicles.