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Results of LPG Sample Analysis
Starting from January 2010, EMSD takes LPG samples from LPG filling stations and LPG terminals for analysis, please click here for details of the results..
(post date : 2.9.2010)
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Removal of Reference Numbers under Energy Efficiency (Labelling of Products) Ordinance, Cap. 598
With effect from 27 August 2010, the reference numbers of three “SUNSHINE” compact fluorescent lamp models (S20 20W E14 2900K, S20 20W B22 2900K and S20 20W E27 2900K) have been removed as these models do not conform with their rated average lives. As a result, these models are not allowed to be supplied in Hong Kong. According to the importer’s confirmation, these models have not been supplied in Hong Kong. Please click here for details.
(post date : 27.8.2010)
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Voluntary recall of “Bonaqua 900” hot & cold mini water dispenser
Echo Rich Industries Ltd announced a voluntary recall of “Bonaqua 900” hot & cold mini water dispensers. The concerned hot & cold mini water dispensers were supplied by SWIRE COCA COLA HK to the local market between October 2006 and December 2007. The thermostat connector of the concerned hot & cold mini water dispenser might overheat if exposed to sources of heat over a prolonged period of time.
Consumers are advised to stop using these hot & cold mini water dispensers immediately and contact the supplier for replacement as soon as possible. For details of the recall, please call Swire’s hotline on 2210 3166. Please click here for a view of the hot & cold mini water dispenser concerned.
(post date : 19.8.2010)
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Ceiling Prices of Auto-LPG for Dedicated LPG Filling Stations
On 19 August 2010, the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department announced an adjustment to the ceiling prices of auto-LPG (liquefied petroleum gas) for dedicated LPG filling stations with effect from 1 September 2010 to 30 September 2010. Please click here to see the press release for details.
(post date : 19.8.2010)
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Symposium on Electrical and Mechanical Safety & Energy Efficiency – Engineering a Safe and Low-carbon Environment (24-25 January 2011)
A one-and-a half-day Symposium on Electrical and Mechanical Safety & Energy Efficiency organised by the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department will be held on 24 – 25 January 2011. Please click here to access the programme and registration details of the Symposium [PDF format (763KB)].
(post date : 5.8.2010)
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Voluntary recall of "Aqua Cooler YLR0.7-5-X(HC36TD/B)" bottled water dispenser
Hong Kong Tak Wai Company Ltd. has recently announced voluntary recall on a bottled water dispenser with Brand and Model as Aqua Cooler YLR0.7-5-X(HC36TD/B). The water dispenser was supplied in the period between June 2008 and March 2010. According to information collected, the distance between the high and low voltage outputs of the cooling transformer failed the creepage distance requirement, posing a potential risk of electric short circuit. Consumers in possession of the water dispenser are advised to approach the concerned supplier to arrange for the refund and or a new model replacement. For details, please call Hong Kong Tak Wai Customer Services Hotline at 2498 6619. Please click here for a view of the concerned water dispenser [PDF format (498KB)].
(post date : 28.7.2010)
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Voluntary recall of "Mika YR-5T" bottled water dispenser
Mountain Holding Ltd. has recently announced voluntary recall on a bottled water dispenser with Brand and Model as Mika YR-5T. The water dispenser was supplied in the period between March 2008 and March 2010. According to information collected, the distance between heater terminal and earth failed the creepage distance requirement, posing a potential risk of electric short circuit. Consumers in possession of the water dispenser are advised to approach the concerned supplier to arrange for the refund. For details, please call Mountain Holding Customer Services Hotline at 2455 2155. Please click here for a view of the concerned water dispenser [PDF format (1.16MB)].
(post date : 28.7.2010)
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Voluntary free preventive maintenance services on one model of "SANYO" washing machine
SANYO Electric (Hong Kong) Ltd. announced a voluntary free preventive maintenance services on one model of "SANYO" washing machine (Model Nos. ASW-U951T) supplied between September 2007 and July 2008. According to information collected, the internal motor power cables of these washing machines may be damaged after prolonged usage, posing a potential risk of electric short circuit.
Consumers, who are in possession of the washing machines, are advised to stop using them immediately and contact SANYO to arrange for the free preventive maintenance services. For details, please call SANYO's customer service hotline at 8106 8303. Please click here for a view of the washing machines concerned [PDF format (177KB)].
(post date : 22.7.2010)
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E&M Young Ambassador Programme
This Scheme is organised by the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department (EMSD) to empower youngsters to become ambassadors of E&M safety and energy efficiency in their daily lives.The Scheme is now open to recruitment. Once registered as an Ambassador, you will be eligible to take part in on-line training and a fun quiz on E&M safety and energy efficiency, and other activities in future. Please click here to register.
(post date : 16.7.2010)
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Compliance Monitoring Testing under Energy Efficiency (Labelling of Products) Ordinance, Cap. 598
EMSD has recently selected 17 listed models of compact fluorescent lamp for compliance monitoring testing by an independent accredited laboratory. Please click here for details of the test results.
(post date : 30.6.2010)
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Free replacement schemes for eighteen models of compact fluorescent lamps
With effect from 30 June 2010, the reference numbers of eighteen compact fluorescent lamp models (brands PALLAS, Silon, MASTAR and LIGHTPRO) have been removed from the record of listed models. As a result, these models are not allowed to be supplied in Hong Kong. Please click here to see the press release. For details of the free replacement schemes, please contact the respective importers (Chip Kwong Electrical and Surewin Electrical). Their contact details are shown in the press release.
(post date : 30.6.2010)
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Removal of Reference Numbers under Energy Efficiency (Labelling of Products) Ordinance, Cap. 598
With effect from 4 June 2010, the reference numbers of fifteen compact fluorescent lamp models (brands SUPER ELECTRO, COMBO, Ukase, Terminator and MEIJITIEN LIGHTING) have been removed as these models do not conform with their rated average lives. As a result, these models are not allowed to be supplied in Hong Kong. According to the importer’s confirmation, these models have not been supplied in Hong Kong. Please click here for details.
(post date : 4.6.2010)
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Compliance Monitoring Testing under Energy Efficiency (Labelling of Products) Ordinance, Cap. 598
EMSD has recently selected 28 listed models of compact fluorescent lamp for compliance monitoring testing by an independent accredited laboratory. Please click here for details of the test results.
(post date : 28.5.2010)
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Removal of Reference Number under Energy Efficiency (Labelling of Products) Ordinance, Cap. 598
With effect from 28 May 2010, the reference numbers (L090998 and L091004) of two“U Land”compact fluorescent lamp (CFL) models (SRE-13 8W E27 2700K and EUG-24 18W E27 2700K) have been removed as these models failed in the compliance monitoring testing under the Mandatory Energy Efficiency Labelling Scheme. As a result, these CFL models are not allowed to be supplied in Hong Kong. Please click here for details.
(post date : 28.5.2010)
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Guidelines on Inspection, Adjustment and Maintenance of LPG Vehicle Vaporisers, Mixers and Components
With a view to facilitating the trade on knowing how to properly inspect, adjust and maintain LPG vehicle vaporisers, mixers and components, the vehicle manufacturer has prepared a set of guidelines for trade's reference. Please click here for details of the guidelines (Traditional Chinese version only) [PDF format (1.74MB)].
(post date : 25.5.2010)
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Compliance Monitoring Testing under Energy Efficiency (Labelling of Products) Ordinance, Cap. 598
EMSD has recently selected 14 listed models of room air conditioner for compliance monitoring testing by independent accredited laboratories. Please click here for details of the test results.
(post date : 14.5.2010)
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Removal of Reference Number under Energy Efficiency (Labelling of Products) Ordinance, Cap. 598
With effect from 14 May 2010, the reference number (C090121) of "Fuji Electric" room air conditioner (model no. RKA07CBT) has been removed from the record of listed models. As a result, this model is not allowed to be supplied in Hong Kong. Please click here for details.
(post date : 14.5.2010)
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Gas Safety Advisory Committee Meeting
The 30th meeting of the Gas Safety Advisory Committee will be held on 18 May 2010. Please click here for the agenda and click here for the draft minutes of 29th meeting.
(post date : 13.5.2010)
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Free replacement scheme for twelve models of “STARWISE” compact fluorescent lamps
EMSD has served notices under the Energy Efficiency (Labelling of Products) Ordinance to Starwise Industrial (Hong Kong) Ltd. and Starwise Enterprise (Asia) Ltd. to remove the reference numbers of twelve “STARWISE” compact fluorescent lamp models with effect from 29 April 2010. As a result, these models are not allowed to be supplied in Hong Kong. Please click here to see the press release and details of the models. The two companies have initiated a free replacement scheme for the concerned products. Please contact Starwise Industrial (Hong Kong) Ltd.’s customer service hotline at 2411 2422 or email via to info@starwise.com.hk.
(post date : 29.4.2010)
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Pamphlets on Heat Pump Water Heaters and Variable Flow Control for Condensing Water Pumps
The Electrical and Mechanical Services Department has recently published 2 booklets titled "Variable Flow Control for Condensing Water Pumps" [PDF format (3.81MB)] and "Heat Pump Water Heaters" [PDF format (3.21MB)].
The condensing water pump control booklet provides information on variable flow control for condensing water pumps and its potential in energy saving.
The heat pump booklet provides information on applying heat pumps in daily water heating applications to save energy. For details, please click here to read / download the booklets.
(post date : 1.4.2010)
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Electrical Safety Advisory Committee Meeting
The 20th meeting of the Electrical Safety Advisory Committee will be held on 31 March 2010. Please click here for the agenda of the meeting.
(post date : 30.3.2010)
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Voluntary free preventive maintenance services on 2 models of "SANYO" washing machine
SANYO Electric (Hong Kong) Ltd. announced a voluntary free preventive maintenance services on 2 models of "SANYO" washing machine (Model Nos. ASW-F110AP and ASW-F115AP) supplied between June 2007 and March 2009. According to information collected, the internal motor power cables of these washing machines may be damaged after prolonged usage, posing a potential risk of electric short circuit.
Consumers, who are in possession of the washing machines, are advised to stop using them immediately and contact SANYO to arrange for the free preventive maintenance services. For details, please call SANYO's customer service hotline at 8106 8303. Please click here for a view of the washing machines concerned [PDF format (883KB)].
(post date : 25.3.2010)
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Second phase of Mandatory Energy Efficiency Labelling Scheme comes into operation on 19 March 2010
The 2nd phase of the Mandatory Energy Efficiency Labelling Scheme (MEELS) comes into operation today (March 19) with a grace period of 18 months. Please click here for the press release.
For implementation of the 2nd phase of the MEELS, the Director of Electrical and Mechanical Services has revised an approved Code of Practice on Energy Labelling of Products under the Energy Efficiency (Labelling of Products) Ordinance. Please click here for the Gazette Notice. To download the Code of Practice, please click here [PDF format (3.23MB)] .
(post date : 19.3.2010)
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OSRAM offers free replacement for five models of compact fluorescent lamps
EMSD has served a notice under the Energy Efficiency (Labelling of Products) Ordinance to Osram Prosperity Company Limited (OSRAM) to remove the reference numbers (L090609, L090610, L090611, L091205 and L091206) of the five “OSRAM” compact fluorescent lamp models (DULUXSTAR 20W/827 E27, DULUXSTAR 20W/840 E27, DULUXSTAR 20W/865 E27, DULUXSTAR 20W/827 B22d and DULUXSTAR 20W/865 B22d) with effect from 5 March 2010. As a result, these models are not allowed to be supplied in Hong Kong. Please click here to see the press release. OSRAM has initiated a free replacement scheme for the concerned products. Please contact OSRAM’s customer service hotline at 2511 2268 or email at info@osram.com.hk.
(post date : 5.3.2010)
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Recall of 3 Models of "British Design" Extension Units
EMSD announced a mandatory recall of 3 models “British Design” extension units supplied by Phos Trading Company Ltd. The models of these “British Design” extension units are UK104S, UK03 and UK06 which were supplied through DSC shops between October 2009 and January 2010. The extension units might have overheating problem during use, posing a risk of fire hazard to users. Consumers are advised to stop using the extension units immediately and return them to the supplier for refund. For details of the recall, please call the supplier’s customer services hotline on 2453 1015. Please click here [PDF format (1245KB)] for a view of the extension units concerned.
(post date : 25.2.2010)
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Technical Guidelines on Charging Facilities for Electric Vehicles
To ensure safe operation of charging facilities for electric vehicles (EV), EMSD has issued technical guidelines on the installation of charging facilities for the trade to follow. Please click here to read or download the guidelines.
(post date : 12.2.2010)
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