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Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety -- Part 2-90: Particular requirements
for commercial microwave ovens
Sicherheit elektrischer Geräte für den Hausgebrauch und ähnliche Zwecke - Teil 2-90:
Besondere Anforderungen für gewerbliche Mikrowellenkochgeräte
Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues - Sécurité -- Partie 2-90: Règles particulières
pour les fours à micro-ondes à usage commercial
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EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN 60335-2-90
NORME EUROPÉENNE
May 2006
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 97.040.20 Supersedes EN 60335-2-90:2002 + A1:2003

English version
Household and similar electrical appliances –
Safety
Part 2-90: Particular requirements
for commercial microwave ovens
(IEC 60335-2-90:2006)
Appareils électrodomestiques et Sicherheit elektrischer Geräte für den
analogues – Hausgebrauch und ähnliche Zwecke
Sécurité Teil 2-90: Besondere Anforderungen
Partie 2-90: Règles particulières für gewerbliche Mikrowellenkochgeräte
pour les fours à micro-ondes (IEC 60335-2-90:2006)
à usage commercial
(CEI 60335-2-90:2006)
This European Standard was approved by CENELEC on 2006-03-01. CENELEC members are bound to comply
with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this European Standard
the status of a national standard without any alteration.

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Foreword
The text of document 61B/306/FDIS, future edition 3 of IEC 60335-2-90, prepared by SC 61B of the IEC
Technical Committee 61, was submitted to the IEC-CENELEC parallel vote and was approved by
CENELEC as EN 60335-2-90 on 2006-03-01.
This European Standard replaces EN 60335-2-90:2002 + A1:2003.
Changes compared to EN 60335-2-90:2002 concern requirements for microwave ovens without a cavity
door and with transportation means that are intended for commercial use only for the heating of food and
beverages.
The following dates are applicable:
- latest date by which the EN has to be implemented
at national level by publication of an identical
national standard or by endorsement (dop) 2006-12-01
- date on which national standards
conflicting with the EN have to be withdrawn (dow) 2009-03-01
This part 2 has to be used in conjunction with EN 60335-1, Household and similar electrical appliances –
Safety – Part 1: General requirements. It was established on the basis of the 2002 edition of that standard.
Amendments and revisions of Part 1 have also to be taken into account and the dates when such
changes become applicable will be stated in the relevant amendment or revision of Part 1.
This part 2 supplements or modifies the corresponding clauses of EN 60335-1, so as to convert it into the
European Standard: Safety requirements for commercial microwave ovens.
When a particular subclause of Part 1 is not mentioned in this part 2, that subclause applies as far as is
reasonable. When this standard states "addition", "modification" or "replacement", the relevant text of
Part 1 is to be adapted accordingly.
NOTE 1 The following numbering system is used:
- subclauses, tables and figures that are numbered starting from 101 are additional to those in Part 1;
- unless notes are in a new subclause or involve notes in Part 1, they are numbered starting from 101, including those in a
replaced clause or subclause;
- additional annexes are lettered AA, BB, etc.;
- subclauses, notes and annexes that are additional to those in the IEC standard are prefixed with the letter Z.
NOTE 2 The following print types are used:
- requirements: in roman type;
- test specifications: in italic type;
- notes: in small roman type.
Words in bold in the text are defined in Clause 3. When a definition concerns an adjective, the adjective and the associated noun
are also in bold.
There are no special national conditions causing a deviation from this European Standard, other than
those listed in Annex ZA to EN 60335-1.
There are no national deviations from this European Standard, other than those listed in Annex ZB to
EN 60335-1.
p NOTE  In this document, p is used in the margin to indicate instructions for preparing the printed version.
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Introduction
p Add:
An investigation by CENELEC TC 61 has shown that all risks from products within the scope of this
standard are fully covered by the Low Voltage Directive, 73/23/EEC. For products having mechanical
moving parts, a risk assessment in accordance with the Machinery Directive, 98/37/EC, has shown that
the risks are mainly of electrical origin and consequently this directive is not applicable. However, the
relevant essential safety requirements of the Machinery Directive are covered by this standard together
with the principal objectives of the Low Voltage Directive.
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Endorsement notice
The text of the International Standard IEC 60335-2-90:2006 was approved by CENELEC as a European
Standard without any modification.
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60335-2-90
INTERNATIONAL
Troisième édition
STANDARD
Third edition
2006-02
Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues –
Sécurité –
Partie 2-90:
Règles particulières pour les fours à micro-ondes
à usage commercial
Household and similar electrical appliances –
Safety –
Part 2-90:
Particular requirements for commercial
microwave ovens
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CONTENTS
FOREWORD.7
INTRODUCTION.13

1 Scope.15
2 Normative references.17
3 Definitions .17
4 General requirement .23
5 General conditions for the tests.23
6 Classification .23
7 Marking and instructions .25
8 Protection against access to live parts .27
9 Starting of motor-operated appliances.27
10 Power input and current .27
11 Heating.27
12 Void.29
13 Leakage current and electric strength at operating temperature.29
14 Transient overvoltages.29
15 Moisture resistance.29
16 Leakage current and electric strength .31
17 Overload protection of transformers and associated circuits .31
18 Endurance .33
19 Abnormal operation.33
20 Stability and mechanical hazards .37
21 Mechanical strength.37
22 Construction .41
23 Internal wiring .51
24 Components .51
25 Supply connection and external flexible cords .51
26 Terminals for external conductors .53
27 Provision for earthing.53
28 Screws and connections .53
29 Clearances, creepage distances and solid insulation .53
30 Resistance to heat and fire .55
31 Resistance to rusting .55
32 Radiation, toxicity and similar hazards.55

Annex AA (normative) Combination microwave ovens.57
Annex BB (normative) Requirements for commercial microwave ovens without a cavity
door and with conveyor-type means.61

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Annex CC (informative) Overview of the requirements for covers, means of access
and similar .89
Annex DD (informative) Rationales for the microwave barrier and associated leakage
tests .91

Bibliography . 105

Figure 101 – Test rod for interlock concealment .55
Figure BB.1 – Splash apparatus .83
Figure BB.2 – Arrangement for measurement of microwave leakage from access openings .85
Figure BB.3 – Examples of Definitions of clause 3 and clause BB.3 .87

Table 101 – Number of potatoes .35
Table BB.101 – Specifications for microwave barriers.75

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HOUSEHOLD AND SIMILAR ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES –
SAFETY –
Part 2-90: Particular requirements for
commercial microwave ovens
FOREWORD
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This part of international standard IEC 60335 has been prepared by subcommittee 61B: Safety
of microwave ovens, of IEC technical committee 61: Safety of household and similar electrical
appliances.
This third edition cancels and replaces the second edition published in 2002 and its
Amendment 1 (2003). It constitutes a technical revision. Changes in this edition concern
requirements for microwave ovens without a cavity door and with transportation means that are
intended for commercial use only for the heating of food and beverages.

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The text of this part of IEC 60335 is based on the following documents:
FDIS Report on voting
61B/306/FDIS 61B/311/RVD
Full information on the voting for the approval of this standard can be found in the report on
voting indicated in the above table.
This part 2 is to be used in conjunction with the latest edition of IEC 60335-1 and its
amendments. It was established on the basis of the fourth edition (2001) of that standard.
NOTE 1 When “Part 1” is mentioned in this standard, it refers to IEC 60335-1.
This part 2 supplements or modifies the corresponding clauses in IEC 60335-1, so as to
convert that publication into the IEC standard: Safety requirements for commercial microwave
ovens.
When a particular subclause of Part 1 is not mentioned in this part 2, that subclause applies as
far as is reasonable. When this standard states "addition", "modification" or "replacement", the
relevant text in Part 1 is to be adapted accordingly.
NOTE 2 The following numbering system is used:
– subclauses, tables and figures that are numbered starting from 101 are additional to those in Part 1;
– unless notes are in a new subclause or involve notes in Part 1, they are numbered starting from 101, including
those in a replaced clause or subclause;
– additional annexes are lettered AA, BB, etc.
NOTE 3 The following print types are used:
– requirements: in roman type
– test specifications: in italic type;
– notes: in small roman type.
Words in bold type in the text are defined in Clause 3. When a definition concerns an adjective, the adjective and
the associated noun are also in bold.
The following differences exist in the countries indicated below.
– 5.3: Microwave leakage is not to exceed 10 W/m during the initial test (Japan, USA and Canada).
– 6.1: Microwave ovens may be class OI if the rated voltage does not exceed more than 150 V (Japan).
– 7.12: Some warnings have to be marked on the appliance and be visible to the user (Canada).
– Clause 18: The test is carried out on two appliances (USA).
– 19.11.2: The input voltage variation is not applied (USA).
– 19.13: Microwave leakage is only measured at the end of each test (USA).
– 21.102: The applied force is 222 N (USA).
– 21.105: Microwave leakage is not to exceed 50 W/m (Japan and USA).
– 22.111: Microwave leakage is only measured at the end of the test (USA).
– 22.112: Microwave leakage is not to exceed 50 W/m (Japan and USA).
– 22.116: All access to the cavity has to be prevented (USA).
– 27.2: A terminal for an external equipotential conductor is not required (Japan).

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The committee has decided that the contents of this publication will remain unchanged until the
maintenance result date indicated on the IEC web site under "http://webstore.iec.ch" in the data
related to the specific publication. At this date, the publication will be
• reconfirmed;
• withdrawn;
• replaced by a revised edition, or
• amended.
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INTRODUCTION
It has been assumed in the drafting of this international standard that the execution of its
provisions is entrusted to appropriately qualified and experienced persons.
This standard recognizes the internationally accepted level of protection against hazards such
as electrical, mechanical, thermal, fire and radiation of appliances when operated as in normal
use taking into account the manufacturer's instructions. It also covers abnormal situations that
can be expected in practice and takes into account the way in which electromagnetic
phenomena can affect the safe operation of appliances.
This standard takes into account the requirements of IEC 60364 as far as possible so that
there is compatibility with the wiring rules when the appliance is connected to the supply mains.
However, national wiring rules may differ.
If an appliance within the scope of this standard also incorporates functions that are covered by
another part 2 of IEC 60335, the relevant part 2 is applied to each function separately, as far as
is reasonable. If applicable, the influence of one function on the other is taken into account.
This standard is a product family standard dealing with the safety of appliances and takes
precedence over horizontal and generic standards covering the same subject.
An appliance that complies with the text of this standard will not necessarily be considered to
comply with the safety principles of the standard if, when examined and tested, it is found to
have other features which impair the level of safety covered by these requirements.
An appliance employing materials or having forms of construction differing from those detailed
in the requirements of this standard may be examined and tested according to the intent of the
requirements and, if found to be substantially equivalent, may be considered to comply with the
standard.
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HOUSEHOLD AND SIMILAR ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES –
SAFETY –
Part 2-90: Particular requirements for
commercial microwave ovens
1 Scope
This clause of Part 1 is replaced by the following.
This International Standard deals with:
• the safety of microwave ovens with a cavity door intended for commercial use, their rated
voltage being not more than 250 V for single-phase appliances connected between one
phase and neutral and 480 V for other appliances.
• the safety of combination microwave ovens with a cavity door, the requirements for
which are contained in Annex AA.
• the safety of microwave ovens without a cavity door and with transportation means that
are intended for commercial use only, for the heating of food and beverages, the
requirements for which are contained in Annex BB.
Microwave ovens, covered by annex BB, have transportation means for moving the
microwave load through the microwave oven. Requirements for tunnel microwave ovens and
several types of microwave vending machines are covered.
NOTE 101 In annex BB a microwave oven without a cavity door and with transportation means is described as a
microwave oven. All clauses of this standard apply to these appliances unless otherwise specified in Annex BB.
This international standard also takes into account ordinary persons having access to the
removing area of the vending machine.
NOTE 102 The appliance may be built into a vending machine, in which case IEC 60335-2-75 may also be
applicable.
NOTE 103 Appliances that use non-electrical energy are within the scope of this standard.
In general, this standard does not take into account
– the use of appliances by young children or infirm persons without supervision;
– playing with the appliance by young children.
This international standard does not take into account the use of a microwave oven without a
cavity door and with transportation means by ordinary persons except in the vicinity of
entrance and exit ports.
NOTE 104 The rationales for particular microwave exposure conditions and measures related to microwave energy
being confined by an open structure are in Annex BB.
NOTE 105 Attention is drawn to the fact that
– for appliances intended to be used in vehicles or on board ships or aircraft, additional requirements may be
necessary;
– for appliances intended to be used in tropical countries, special requirements may be necessary;

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– in many countries, the national health authorities, the national authorities responsible for the protection of
labour and similar authorities specify additional requirements;
– in many countries, national authorities specify additional requirements to BB 22.119.1;
– responsible for the protection of labour and similar authorities
NOTE 106 This standard does not apply to,
– household microwave ovens including combination microwave ovens (IEC 60335-2-25)
– industrial microwave heating equipment (IEC 60519-6)
– appliances for medical purposes (IEC 60601)
– appliances intended to be used in locations where special conditions prevail, such as the presence of a
corrosive or explosive atmosphere (dust, vapour or gas).
2 Normative references
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
3 Definitions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
3.1.7 Addition:
NOTE 101 The rated frequency is the input frequency.
3.1.9 Replacement:
normal operation
operation of the appliance under the following conditions
The appliance is operated with 1 000 g ± 50 g of potable water at an initial temperature of
20 °C ± 2 °C in a cylindrical borosilicate glass vessel having a maximum thickness of 3 mm
and an outside diameter of approximately 190 mm. The vessel is placed on the centre of the
shelf. If the rated microwave power output exceeds 2 200 W, two such vessels are used and
placed contiguously in the cavity.
3.101
microwave oven
appliance using electromagnetic energy in one or several of the ISM frequency bands between
300 MHz and 30 GHz, for heating food and beverages in a cavity
3.102
rated microwave power output
microwave power output assigned to the appliance by the manufacturer
3.103
cavity
space enclosed by the inner walls and the door in which the load is placed
3.104
shelf
horizontal support in the cavity on which the load is placed
3.105
door interlock
device or system that prevents the operation of the magnetron unless the oven door is closed
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ISM frequency bands are the electromagnetic frequencies established by the ITU and reproduced in CISPR 11.

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3.106
monitored door interlock
door interlock system that incorporates a supervision device
3.107
temperature-sensing probe
device that is inserted into the food to measure its temperature and is a part of an oven control
Addition:
NOTE For more details see figure 104.
3.108
instructed person
person who is sufficiently instructed and monitored to know how to avoid any danger caused by
the operation of microwave ovens
3.109
skilled person
person with suitable professional education, knowledge and experience to discern and to avoid
any danger caused by the operation of microwave ovens
3.110
ordinary person
person who is neither a skilled person nor an instructed person
3.111
transportation means
means to transport the microwave load through the microwave oven
NOTE An example of a transportation means is a belt, an arm or an inclined plane.
3.112
load
food and beverages that can be heated up in a microwave oven
3.113
microwave enclosure
structure that is intended to confine microwave energy to a defined region
NOTE 1 Barriers mounted outside the microwave enclosure are not considered a part of the microwave enclosure.
NOTE 2 A microwave enclosure may consist of a cavity, quarter wave chokes (acting by impedance trans-
formation), mode chokes (acting by field pattern mismatching) and microwave energy absorbers.
3.114
microwave barrier
physical barrier, which is microwave transparent, limiting access to the microwave enclosure,
mounted outside the microwave enclosure and can only be removed with the aid of tools
NOTE 1 A microwave barrier may be mounted between the microwave enclosure and the external cover of the
appliance.
NOTE 2 Devices such as an array of metal chains or hinged metal plates at entrance and exit ports intended to
reduce microwave leakage are not considered microwave barriers.
NOTE 3 Construction requirements are in BB.22.119.

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3.115
entrance and exit ports
openings in the microwave enclosure through which microwave loads move
3.116
loading area
area on which the microwave load is placed
3.117
means of monitored microwave interlock
means of microwave interlock that incorporates a supervision device
3.118
protective blocking structure
movable mechanical structure located in the removing area limiting access to the microwave
enclosure
3.119
removing area
area from which the microwave load is removed
3.120
viewing opening
opening in the cavity through which the warm up process can be visually monitored
3.121
fixed means of connection
all parts of the microwave enclosure that are permanently open with the exception of
entrance and exit ports and viewing openings
NOTE Fixed means of connection may be used for venting and water flushing.
3.122
detachable means of access
all parts of the microwave enclosure that can be opened or removed without the aid of tools
to get access to the inside for maintenance, with the exception of entrance and exit ports and
viewing openings
NOTE Examples of detachable means of access are tunnels that are opened by drop down or sliding action and
cavity lamp covers.
3.123
means of microwave interlock
mechanical or electrical safety devices or systems that operate when certain conditions are not
fulfilled (e.g. an interlock system that prevents the operation of the microwave generator
when a means of access is open)
3.124
maintenance cover
structural feature of any part of the equipment that can be opened or removed by the use of a
tool to provide access for routine maintenance, service, replacement of expendable parts etc.
in microwave containing areas
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3.125
cleaning cover
part of the microwave enclosure that can be opened or removed, only with the aid of a tool, for
frequent cleaning purposes, during operation
3.126
reference surface
surface in the vicinity of entrance and exits ports defined depending on the reading of
microwave leakage of BB 32
NOTE 1 If the leakage reading is less or equal to 50 W/m , the reference surface is the surface of the geometric
opening of the microwave enclosure without microwave barrier.
NOTE 2 If the leakage reading exceeds 50 W/m , the reference surface is an artificial surface located 50 mm
away from the locations where the sensor of the instrument measures leakage readings of 50 W/m straight
inwards towards the appliance.
NOTE 3 For further explanation refer to BB 32.
3.127
combination microwave oven
microwave oven in which heat is also provided in the cavity by simultaneous or consecutive
operation of resistive heating elements
NOTE The resistive heating elements are used to provide radiant heat, convection heat or steam.
4 General requirement
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
5 General conditions for the tests
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
5.2 Addition:
NOTE 101 An additional sample may be required for the test of 19.104. Six samples of the interlocks are required
for the test of 24.1.4.
5.3 Modification:
Instead of carrying out the tests in the order of clauses, the following sequence of clauses and
subclauses applies: 32, 22.113, 22.108, 22.116, 7 to 17, 20, 21 (except 21.101 to 21.105), 18, 19
(except 19.104), 22 (except 22.108, 22.113 and 22.116), 23 to 31, 21.101 to 21.105 and 19.104.
5.101 Microwave ovens are tested as motor-operated appliances.
5.102 Class III temperature-sensing probes are only subjected to the tests of 22.112.
6 Classification
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
6.1 Modification:
Microwave ovens shall be class I.

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7 Marking and instructions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
7.1 Addition:
Appliances shall be marked with the nominal frequency in megahertz of the ISM band in which
they operate.
If the removal of any cover results in microwave leakage exceeding the value specified in
Clause 32, the cover shall be marked with the substance of the following:
WARNING: Microwave energy – Do not remove this cover
If an appliance incorporates a socket-outlet protected by means of fuses other than D-type
fuses, it shall be marked with the rated current of the relevant fuse. When a miniature fuse-link
is provided, this marking shall indicate that the fuse-link is to have a high breaking capacity.
7.6 Addition:
Add the following symbol:
[symbol 5021 of IEC 60417]  equipotentiality

7.12 Addition:
The instructions shall include the substance of the following:
– WARNING: If the door or door seals are damaged, the oven must not be operated until it
has been repaired by a competent person;
– WARNING: It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent person to carry out any
service or repair operation that involves the removal of any cover which gives protection
against exposure to microwave energy;
– WARNING: Liquids or other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are
liable to explode;
– WARNING: Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive boiling,
therefore care must be taken when handling the container;
– WARNING: The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars must be stirred or shaken
and the temperature checked before consumption, in order to avoid burns;
– the minimum height of free space necessary above the top surface of the oven;
− only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave ovens;
– when heating food in plastic or paper containers, keep an eye on the oven due to the
possibility of ignition;
– if smoke is observed, switch off or unplug the appliance and keep the door closed in order
to stifle any flames;
– eggs in their shell and whole hard-boiled eggs should not be heated in microwave ovens
since they may explode even after microwave heating has ended;
– details for cleaning door seals, cavities and adjacent parts;

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– the oven should be cleaned regularly and any food deposits removed;
– failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of the surface
that could adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous
situation;
– only use the temperature probe recommended for this oven (for appliances having a facility
to use a temperature-sensing probe);
– the appliance should not be cleaned with a water jet (for appliances intended to stand on
the floor and which are not at least IPX5).
NOTE 101 If the oven is incorporated in a vending machine, these warnings and instructions may not be relevant
and therefore not required.
7.14 Addition:
The warning specified in 7.1 shall be in lettering at least 3 mm high.
The warning specified in 7.101 shall be in lettering at least 5 mm high.
7.101 A label shall be provided, together with instructions for fixing it in a conspicuous place
close to the appliance. The label shall state the substance of the following.
– WARNING: Liquids or other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are
liable to explode;
– WARNING: Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive boiling,
therefore care must be taken when handling the container;
– WARNING: The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars must be stirred or shaken
and the temperature checked before consumption, in order to avoid burns.
Compliance is checked by inspection.
8 Protection against access to live parts
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
9 Starting of motor-operated appliances
This clause of Part 1 is not applicable.
10 Power input and current
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
11 Heating
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
11.2 Addition:
Appliances, other than built-in appliances, are positioned as specified for heating appliances.

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A ceiling is placed over the appliance at the minimum height stated in the instructions. The
ceiling has a depth of 300 mm from the back wall of the test corner and a length at least
150 mm in excess of the width of the appliance.
Appliances intended to be fixed to the floor, and appliances with a mass greater than 40 kg and
not provided with rollers, castors or similar means, are installed in accordance with the
installation instructions. If no instructions are supplied, these appliances are placed on the floor
as near as possible to the walls of the test corner.
11.7 Replacement:
Appliances are operated in cycles, each cycle consisting of a heating period of 4 min followed
by a rest period of 1 min until steady conditions are established. Boiling water is added to the
water load when half of the water load has evaporated.
11.8 Addition:
The temperature rises of external surfaces are only measured on the surfaces that are not
placed against the wall and the floor of the test corner.
There are no temperature limits for air-outlet grilles and for surfaces up to a distance of 25 mm
from them.
12 Void
13 Leakage current and electric strength at operating temperature
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
14 Transient overvoltages
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
15 Moisture resistance
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
15.2 Addition:
A quantity of 0,5 l of water containing approximately 1 % NaCl is poured steadily over the shelf
over a period of 1 min. If the shelf can collect spilled liquid, it is filled with the saline solution
and a further 0,5 l is then added over a period of 1 min.
15.101 Temperature-sensing probes shall be constructed so that their insulation is not
affected by water.
Compliance is checked by the following test.
The probe is completely immersed in water containing approximately 1 % NaCl and having a
temperature of 20 °C ± 5 °C. The water is heated to the boiling point in approximately 15 min.
The probe is then removed from the boiling water and immersed in water having a temperature
of 20 °C ± 5 °C for 30 min.
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This procedure is carried out five times, after which the probe is removed from the water. All
traces of liquid are then removed from the surface.
The probe shall then withstand the leakage current test of 16.2.
NOTE Detachable temperature-sensing probes are not connected to the appliance for this test. Non-
detachable temperature-sensing probes are tested in the oven, the probe being immersed as much as possible.
16 Leakage current and electric strength
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
16.101 The windings of the power transformer that supplies the magnetron shall have
adequate insulation.
Compliance is checked by the test of 16.101.1 for switch-mode power supplies and by the test
of 16.101.2 for other power transformers.
16.101.1 The insulation between the primary and secondary windings of switch-mode power
supply transformers is subjected for 1 min to a voltage of substantially sinusoidal waveform
and having a frequency of 50 Hz or 60 Hz. The value of the voltage is 1,414 times the peak
value of the secondary working voltage plus 750 V, with a minimum of 1 250 V.
There shall be no breakdown between windings or between adjacent turns of the same
winding.
16.101.2 Twice the working voltage is induced in the secondary winding of the transformer
by applying a sinusoidal voltage having a frequency higher than rated frequency to the
primary terminals.
The duration of the test is
– 60 s, for frequencies up to twice the rated frequency, or
rated frequency
– 120 × s, with a minimum of 15 s, for higher frequencies.
testfrequency
NOTE The frequency of the test voltage is higher than the rated frequency to avoid excessive excitation current.
A maximum of one-third of the test voltage is applied and is then rapidly increased without
creating transients. At the end of the test, the voltage is decreased in a similar manner to
approximately one-third of its full value before switching off.
There shall be no breakdown between windings or between adjacent turns of the same
winding.
17 Overload protection of transformers and associated circuits
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
Addition:
The tests are not carried out on the power transformer that supplies the magnetron and its
associated circuits, these are checked during the tests of Clause 19.

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18 Endurance
This clause of Part 1 is replaced by the following.
The door system, including hinges, microwave seals and other associated parts, shall be
constructed to withstand wear that may be expected in normal use.
Compliance is checked by the following test.
The door system is subjected to 10 000 cycles of operation with the appliance supplied at
rated voltage and containing an appropriate microwave-absorbing load. It is then subjected to
10 000 cycles of operation without microwave generation.
The door is opened and closed as in normal use. It is opened from the closed position to an
angle between 135° and 180° or the maximum possible angle if this is less. The rate of
operation is six cycles per minute.
If a dry load is used, before starting the test and after each 10 000 cycles of operation, 100 g of
water is added and the appliance operated until the water has evaporated.
This sequence is repeated until the door system has been subjected to a total of 200 000
cycles of operation.
After the test, the microwave leakage shall not exceed the limit specified in Clause 32 and the
door system shall
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