If you're planning to purchase a major appliance, look
for the yellow and Black Energy Guide label. This
label shows you the yearly energy cost of operating the
appliance and allows you to compare it with other brands
of similar sizes and features. This figure is based
on a national average and will vary with the local
electric rate energy costs. Labels are required on all
refrigerators, freezers, water heaters, dishwashers and clothes
washers. A message from your Virginia Cooperative Extension Service 10 --> A:middle L:90% .