Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-49: Particular requirements for commercial electric appliances for keeping food and crockery warm

IEC 60335-2-49:2021 deals with the safety of electrically operated commercial appliances for keeping food and crockery warm, 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.
Examples of appliances that are within the scope of this standard are:
– hot cupboards, with or without heated tops;
– heated tops;
– heated display cases;
– heated crockery dispensers;
– heated tables;
– radiant heaters.
These appliances are not intended for household and similar purposes. They are used for commercial purposes, processing of food, also in areas open to the public, for example in kitchens of restaurants, canteens, hospitals and in commercial enterprises, such as bakeries and butcheries.
The electrical part of appliances making use of other forms of energy is also within the scope of this standard.
As far as is practicable, this standard deals with the common hazards presented by these types of appliances.
Attention is drawn to the fact that:
– for appliances intended to be used in vehicles or on board ships or aircraft, additional requirements can be necessary;
– in many countries, additional requirements are specified by the national health authorities, the national authorities responsible for the protection of labour, the national water supply authorities and similar authorities;
– in many countries, additional requirements are specified for pressure appliances.
This standard does not apply to:
– appliances designed exclusively for industrial purposes;
– 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);
– appliances for continuous mass production of food;
– commercial electric bains-marie (IEC 60335-2-50);
– battery-operated appliances;
– warming plates and similar appliances for household use covered by IEC 60335-2-12 used in the following environments by laymen: staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments, farm houses, hotels, motels and other residential type environments, bed and breakfast type environments.
This fifth edition cancels and replaces the fourth edition published in 2002, Amendment 1:2008 and Amendment 2:2017. This edition constitutes a technical revision.
This edition includes the following significant technical changes with respect to the previous edition:
a) the text has been aligned with IEC 60335-1:2020;
b) introduction of requirements for appliances intended for use in areas open to the public, including external accessible surface temperatures (Clause 1, 7.12, 11.8, Table 102);
c) exclusion of battery-operated appliances (Clause 1);
d) clarification of applicable standard for appliances for use by laymen (Clause 1, 7.12);
e) relocation of cleaning instructions from 7.12.1 to 7.12;
f) relocation of 24.101 to 22.106;
g) conciliation of the text of IEC 60335-2-49 with other standards under IEC/TC61/MT32;
h) some notes have been converted to normative text, modified or deleted (Clause 1, 7.1, 7.15, 11.3, 11.7, 15.2, 19.2, 22.101, 23.3);
i) additional requirements for measurement of input current;
j) clarification of the testing procedure in 15.1.1;
k) clarification of the test conditions in 20.1 and 23.3;
l) clarifications of the requirements in 25.3.
This Part 2 is to be used in conjunction with the latest edition of IEC 60335-1 and its amendments unless that edition precludes it; in that case, the latest edition that does not preclude it is used. It was established on the basis of the sixth edition (2020) of that standard.

Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues - Sécurité - Partie 2-49: Exigences particulières pour les appareils électriques à usage commercial destinés à maintenir au chaud les aliments et la vaisselle

L'IEC 60335-2-49:2021 traite de la sécurité des appareils électriques à usage commercial destinés à maintenir au chaud les aliments et la vaisselle, dont la tension assignée est inférieure ou égale à 250 V pour les appareils monophasés raccordés entre un conducteur de phase et le conducteur de neutre, et à 480 V pour les autres appareils.
La liste suivante répertorie les exemples d'appareils qui relèvent du domaine d'application de la présente norme:
– les armoires chauffantes, avec ou sans dessus chauffants;
– les dessus chauffants;
– les comptoirs de distribution chauffants;
– les distributeurs de vaisselle chaude;
– les tables chauffantes;
– les appareils de chauffage rayonnants.
Ces appareils ne sont pas destinés à un usage domestique ou analogue. Ils sont destinés à un usage commercial pour le traitement des aliments dans des lieux ouverts au public, par exemple dans les cuisines de restaurants, les cantines, les hôpitaux et les entreprises commerciales, telles que les boulangeries et les boucheries.
La partie électrique des appareils qui utilisent d'autres formes d'énergie est également comprise dans le domaine d'application de la présente norme.
Dans la mesure du possible, la présente norme traite des dangers courants que présentent ces types d'appareils.
L'attention est attirée sur le fait que:
– pour les appareils destinés à être utilisés dans des véhicules ou à bord de navires ou d'avions, des exigences supplémentaires peuvent être nécessaires;
– dans de nombreux pays, des exigences supplémentaires sont spécifiées par les organismes nationaux de la santé, par les organismes nationaux responsables de la protection des travailleurs, par les organismes nationaux responsables de l'alimentation en eau et par des organismes similaires;
– dans de nombreux pays, des exigences supplémentaires sont spécifiées pour les appareils sous pression.
La présente norme ne s'applique pas:
– aux appareils prévus exclusivement pour des usages industriels;
– aux appareils destinés à être utilisés dans des locaux qui présentent des conditions particulières, telles que la présence d'une atmosphère corrosive ou explosive (poussière, vapeur ou gaz);
– aux appareils conçus pour la production continue en masse d'aliments;
– aux bains-marie électriques à usage commercial (IEC 60335-2-50);
– aux appareils alimentés par batteries;
– aux plaques chauffantes et appareils analogues destinés à un usage domestique couverts par l'IEC 60335-2-12 et utilisés par des usagers non avertis dans les environnements suivants:
• les coins cuisines réservés au personnel des magasins, bureaux et autres environnements professionnels;
• les fermes;
• les hôtels, les motels et autres environnements résidentiels;
• les environnements de type chambres d'hôtes.
Cette cinquième édition annule et remplace la quatrième édition parue en 2002, l'Amendement 1:2008 et l'Amendement 2:2017. Cette édition constitue une révision technique.
Cette édition inclut les modifications techniques majeures suivantes par rapport à l'édition précédente:
a) alignement du texte sur l'IEC 60335-1:2020;
b) introduction d'exigences pour les appareils destinés à être utilisés dans des lieux ouverts au public, y compris les températures des surfaces accessibles extérieures (Article 1, 7.12, 11.8, Tableau 102);
c) exclusion des appareils alimentés par batteries (Article 1);
d) clarification de la norme applicable aux appareils destinés à être utilisés par des usagers non avertis (Article 1, 7.12);
e) déplacement des instructions pour le nettoyage du 7.12.1 au 7.12;
f) déplacement du 24.101 au 22.106;
g) alignement du texte de l'IEC 60335-2-49 sur d'autres normes sous l'IEC/TC61/MT32;
h) conversion en texte normatif, modification ou suppression de certaines notes (Article 1, 7.1, 7.15, 11.3, 11.7, 15.2, 19.2, 22.101, 23.3);
i) ajout d'exigences pour le mesurage du courant d'entrée;
j) clarification de la procédure d'essai en 15.1.1;
k) clarification des conditions

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Overview - IEC 60335-2-49:2021 (Edition 5, consolidated with AMD1:2025)

IEC 60335-2-49:2021 is the Part 2 safety standard for commercial electric appliances for keeping food and crockery warm. It applies to electrically operated commercial appliances with rated voltages up to 250 V for single-phase (phase–neutral) appliances and 480 V for other appliances. Typical appliances in scope include hot cupboards, heated tops, heated display cases, heated crockery dispensers, heated tables and radiant heaters used in restaurants, canteens, hospitals, bakeries and similar commercial environments. This fifth edition (aligned with IEC 60335-1:2020) and its 2025 amendment provide technical revisions and updated test/measurements requirements.

Key topics and technical requirements

  • Scope and exclusions
    • Covers commercial warming appliances and the electrical parts of appliances using other energy forms.
    • Excludes appliances designed exclusively for industrial use, battery-operated units, continuous mass-production equipment, certain pressure appliances and appliances for corrosive/explosive atmospheres.
  • Safety and testing focus
    • Electrical safety (leakage current, dielectric strength, transient overvoltages).
    • Heating performance and external accessible surface temperature limits (see Table 101/102 for maximum rises).
    • Mechanical safety (stability, mechanical strength, guarding against access to live parts).
    • Endurance, abnormal operation and moisture resistance tests.
    • Requirements for input current measurement and clarified test procedures (e.g., Clauses 15.1.1, 20.1, 23.3).
  • Marking, instructions and cleaning
    • Manufacturer marking and user instructions, including cleaning procedures and applicability for appliances used by laymen or in public areas.
  • Construction and components
    • Internal wiring, terminals, earthing continuity, clearances/creepage distances and component selection (including torque requirements for earthing screws).
  • Alignment and normative references
    • This Part 2 is to be used together with the latest applicable edition of IEC 60335-1.

Practical applications - who uses this standard

  • Appliance manufacturers and design engineers developing commercial warming equipment.
  • Test laboratories and conformity assessment bodies performing safety and type testing.
  • Product safety and compliance engineers preparing technical files for certification and market access.
  • Procurement/specification teams in food service, hospitality, healthcare and retail specifying compliant equipment.
  • Regulators and national authorities referencing international safety benchmarks (note: some countries impose additional health, labour or pressure-related requirements).

Related standards and notes

  • Must be used in conjunction with IEC 60335-1 (general requirements).
  • Excludes appliances covered by other Part 2 standards (e.g., IEC 60335-2-50 for commercial bains-marie; IEC 60335-2-12 for certain household warming plates).
  • National wiring rules (e.g., IEC 60364) and health or labour regulations may impose additional requirements.

Quick takeaway: IEC 60335-2-49 is the authoritative safety specification for commercial food- and crockery-warming electrical appliances - essential for compliant product design, testing and market entry.

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CONTENTS
FOREWORD . 4
INTRODUCTION . 7
1 Scope . 8
2 Normative references . 9
3 Terms and definitions . 9
4 General requirement . 11
5 General conditions for the tests . 11
6 Classification . 12
7 Marking and instructions . 12
8 Protection against access to live parts . 16
9 Starting of motor-operated appliances . 16
10 Power input and current . 16
11 Heating . 17
12  Void Charging of metal-ion batteries . 20
13 Leakage current and electric strength at operating temperature . 20
14 Transient overvoltages . 21
15 Moisture resistance . 21
16 Leakage current and electric strength . 23
17 Overload protection of transformers and associated circuits . 23
18 Endurance . 23
19 Abnormal operation . 23
20 Stability and mechanical hazards . 25
21 Mechanical strength . 26
22 Construction . 26
23 Internal wiring . 27
24 Components . 28
25 Supply connection and external flexible cords . 28
26 Terminals for external conductors . 29
27 Provision for earthing . 29
28 Screws and connections . 29
29 Clearances, creepage distances and solid insulation . 30
30 Resistance to heat and fire . 30
31 Resistance to rusting . 30
32 Radiation, toxicity and similar hazards . 30
Annexes . 35
Annex B (normative) Battery-operated appliances, separable batteries and detachable
batteries for battery-operated appliances . 36
Annex N (normative) Proof tracking test .
Annex P (informative) Guidance for the application of this standard to appliances used
in tropical climates . 38
Bibliography . 39

Figure 103 101 – Probe for measuring surface temperatures . 31
Figure 102 – Identification of surfaces for temperature measurement . 32
Figure 101 103 – Splash apparatus. 34

Table 101 – Maximum temperature rises for specified external accessible surfaces
under normal operating conditions . 19
Table 102 – Maximum temperature rises of external accessible surfaces for appliances

intended to be installed in areas open to the public under normal operating conditions . 20
Table 102 103 – Assembling torques for screwed connections providing earthing
continuity . 30

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IEC 60335-2-49 has been prepared by IEC technical committee 61: Safety of household and
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This fifth edition cancels and replaces the fourth edition published in 2002, Amendment 1:2008
and Amendment 2:2017. This edition constitutes a technical revision.
This edition includes the following significant technical changes with respect to the previous
edition:
a) the text has been aligned with IEC 60335-1:2020;
b) introduction of requirements for appliances intended for use in areas open to the public,
including external accessible surface temperatures (Clause 1, 7.12, 11.8, Table 102);
c) exclusion of battery-operated appliances (Clause 1);
d) clarification of applicable standard for appliances for use by laymen (Clause 1, 7.12);
e) relocation of cleaning instructions from 7.12.1 to 7.12;
f) relocation of 24.101 to 22.106;
g) conciliation of the text of IEC 60335-2-49 with other standards under IEC/TC61/MT32;
h) some notes have been converted to normative text, modified or deleted (Clause 1, 7.1, 7.15,
11.3, 11.7, 15.2, 19.2, 22.101, 23.3);
i) additional requirements for measurement of input current;
j) clarification of the testing procedure in 15.1.1;
k) clarification of the test conditions in 20.1 and 23.3;
l) clarifications of the requirements in 25.3.
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A list of all parts in the IEC 60335 series, published under the general title Household and
similar electrical appliances – Safety, can be found on the IEC website.
This Part 2 is to be used in conjunction with the latest edition of IEC 60335-1 and its
amendments unless that edition precludes it; in that case, the latest edition that does not
preclude it is used. It was established on the basis of the sixth edition (2020) 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: Particular requirements for commercial electric
appliances for keeping food and crockery warm.

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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.
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which to make products in accordance with the new requirements and to equip themselves for conducting new or
revised tests.
It is the recommendation of the committee that the content of this publication be adopted for implementation nationally
not earlier than 12 months or later than 36 months from the date of publication.
The following differences exist in the countries indicated below.
– 6.1: Class 01 appliances are allowed (Japan).
– 13.2: Leakage current limits are different (Japan).

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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.
Guidance documents concerning the application of the safety requirements for appliances can
be accessed via TC 61 supporting documents on the IEC website:
https://www.iec.ch/tc61/supportingdocuments
This information is given for the convenience of users of this International Standard and does
not constitute a replacement for the normative text in this standard.
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.
When a Part 2 standard does not include additional requirements to cover hazards dealt with
in Part 1, Part 1 applies.
NOTE 1 This means that the technical committees responsible for the Part 2 standards have determined that it is
not necessary to specify particular requirements for the appliance in question over and above the general
requirements.
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.
NOTE 2 Horizontal publications, basic safety publications and generic standards group safety publications covering
a hazard are not applicable since they have been taken into consideration when developing the general and particular
requirements for the IEC 60335 series of standards. For example, in the case of temperature requirements for
surfaces on many appliances, generic standards, such as ISO 13732-1 for hot surfaces, are not applicable in addition
to Part 1 or part 2 standards.
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 that 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.
NOTE 3 Standards dealing with non-safety aspects of household appliances are:
– IEC standards published by TC 59 concerning methods for measuring performance;
– CISPR 11, CISPR 14-1 and relevant IEC 61000-3 series standards concerning electromagnetic emissions;
– CISPR 14-2 concerning electromagnetic immunity;
– IEC standards published by TC 111 concerning environmental matters.

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1 Scope
This clause of Part 1 is replaced by the following:
This part of IEC 60335 deals with the safety of electrically operated commercial appliances for
keeping food and crockery warm not intended for household and similar 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.
Examples of appliances that are within the scope of this standard are:
– hot cupboards, with or without heated tops;
– heated tops;
– heated display cases;
– heated crockery dispensers;
– heated tables;
– radiant heaters.
NOTE 101 These appliances are not intended for household and similar purposes. They are
used for commercial purposes, processing of food and/or rethermalising it, also in areas open
to the public, for example in kitchens of restaurants, canteens, hospitals and in commercial
enterprises, such as bakeries, and butcheries, etc.
The electrical part of appliances making use of other forms of energy is also within the scope
of this standard.
As far as is practicable, this standard deals with the common hazards presented by these types
of appliances.
NOTE 102 Attention is drawn to the fact that:
– for appliances intended to be used in vehicles or on board ships or aircraft, additional
requirements may can be necessary;
– in many countries, additional requirements are specified by the national health authorities,
the national authorities responsible for the protection of labour, the national water supply
authorities and similar authorities;
− for appliances intended to be used outdoors, additional requirements may be necessary.
– in many countries, additional requirements are specified for pressure appliances.
NOTE 103 This standard does not apply to:
– appliances designed exclusively for industrial purposes;
– 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);
– appliances for continuous mass production of food;

– commercial electric bains-marie (IEC 60335-2-50);
– battery-operated appliances;
– warming plates and similar appliances for household use covered by IEC 60335-2-12 used
in the following environments by laymen:
• staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
• farm houses;
• hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
• bed and breakfast type environments.
2 Normative references
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
Addition:
IEC 60436, Electric dishwashers for household use – Methods for measuring the performance
IEC 60584-1, Thermocouples – Part 1: EMF specifications and tolerances
ISO 898-1, Mechanical properties of fasteners made of carbon steel and alloy steel – Part 1:
Bolts, screws and studs with specified property classes – Coarse thread and fine pitch thread
ISO 3506-1, Fasteners – Mechanical properties of corrosion-resistant stainless steel fasteners
– Part 1: Bolts, screws and studs with specified grade and property classes
ISO 3506-2, Fasteners – Mechanical properties of corrosion-resistant stainless steel fasteners
– Part 2: Nuts with specified grade and property classes
ISO 3506-3, Mechanical properties of corrosion-resistant stainless steel fasteners – Part 3: Set
screws and similar fasteners not under tensile stress
ISO 3506-4, Mechanical properties of corrosion-resistant stainless steel fasteners – Part 4:
Tapping screws
3 Terms and definitions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
3.1 Definitions relating to physical characteristics
3.1.4 Addition:
Note 101 to entry: The rated power input is the sum of the power inputs of all the individual elements in the
appliance that can be on at one time; where there are several such combinations possible, that giving the highest
power input is used in determining the rated power input.
3.1.9 Replacement:
normal operation
operation of the appliance under the following conditions
Appliances are operated empty and with any controls intended to be operated by the user set
at the maximum.
If the appliance cannot be operated empty, then the manufacturer's instructions are taken into
account.
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Doors, covers or lids, if any, are placed in their intended positions.
Motors and detachable electrical parts incorporated in the appliance are operated in the
intended manner under the most severe unfavourable conditions that can be expected in normal
use taking into account the manufacturer's instructions.
Appliances incorporating induction heating sources are operated with the induction
crockery placed on induction trays. All tray supports are loaded, but partial up to full load
shall be possible.
All controls are set to maximum, and the induction crockery is half-filled with initially cold
water. Covers (cloches) are in their position.
The appliances consist of several units, which can form up to three separated modules; they
are connected together during operation. These units are the heating module with the induction
heating source, the rack with the coil carriers and the enclosure with the supports for the
induction trays including the induction crockery.
3.5 Definitions relating to types of appliances
3.5.101
hot cupboard
appliance that is used for maintaining the temperature of hot food and for the warming of
crockery
3.102
heated top
the top surface of a hot cupboard, that is designed to maintain the required temperature. It
may be heated indirectly by the hot cupboard heating elements or directly by separate heating
elements
3.1035.102
heated display case
hot cupboard in which food is displayed, the heated food being served from the display
3.1045.103
heated crockery dispenser
appliance designed specifically for the storage, warming and dispensing of plates, etc.
3.105
installation wall
a special fixed construction containing supply facilities for appliances installed in conjunction
with it
3.1065.104
heated table
appliance designed for warm-holding on the surface
3.1075.105
radiant heater
stationary appliance for keeping food and crockery warm by means of radiant heat
Note 1 to entry: A part of the appliance can be swivelling.
3.6 Definitions relating to parts of an appliance
3.1086.101
heating unit
any part of an appliance that fulfils an independent cooking or heating function

3.1096.102
induction heating source
heating source that operates by inducing eddy currents in induction crockery
3.1106.103
coil carrier
insulation device containing the induction winding
3.1116.104
induction crockery
crockery suitable to be heated by induction for heating up or keeping food warm
3.1126.105
induction tray
tray adapted to induction crockery, as recommended by the manufacturer
3.1136.106
functional surface
surface that is intentionally heated by an internal heat source and has to be hot to carry out the
function for which the appliance is intended
Note 1 to entry: An example is the heated sheath of a tubular heating element.
3.1146.107
adjacent surface
surface that is adjacent to a functional surface and which can become hot through conduction
3.6.108
heated top
top surface of a hot cupboard, that is designed to maintain the required temperature.
Note 1 to entry: The heated top can be heated indirectly by the hot cupboard heating elements or directly by
separate heating elements.
3.8 Definitions relating to miscellaneous matters
3.8.101
area open to the public
area in which the general public, including children, can have access
Note 1 to entry: Examples are canteens and self-service restaurants.
3.8.102
installation wall
special fixed construction containing supply facilities for appliances installed in conjunction with
it
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.
5.10 Addition:
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Appliances intended for installation in a bank of other appliances and appliances intended to
be fixed to an installation wall are enclosed to obtain protection against electric shock and
harmful ingress of water equivalent to that obtained when installed in accordance with the
instructions provided with the appliance.
NOTE 101 Appropriate enclosures or additional appliances may can be needed for test purposes.
5.101 Appliances are tested as heating appliances, even if they incorporate a motor when
during a mode of operation electrical heaters are energized. If no electrical heaters are
energized, the appliances are tested as motor-operated appliances.
5.102 Appliances, when assembled in combination with or incorporating other appliances, are
tested in accordance with the requirements of this standard. The other appliances are operated
simultaneously in accordance with the requirements of the relevant standards.
6 Classification
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
6.1 Replacement:
Appliances shall be class I or class II.
Compliance is checked by inspection and by the relevant tests.
6.2 Addition:
Appliances normally used on a table shall be at least IPX3. Other appliances shall be at least
IPX4.
7 Marking and instructions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
7.1 Addition:
Appliances incorporating induction heating sources shall also be marked with:
– the operating frequency or operating frequency range, in kilohertz (kHz) of the induction
heating sources;
– the total power input of all the induction heating units that can operate simultaneously, in
watts (W) or kilowatts (kW), unless this is indicated in the instructions;
– the total power input of all the non-induction heating units that can operate simultaneously,
in watts (W) or kilowatts (kW), unless this is indicated in the instructions.
NOTE 101 The total power input to be marked or declared indicated in the instructions is the
highest power input that any switch arrangement will allow.
Covers giving, that if removed, can give direct access to induction coils shall be marked with
symbol IEC 60417-5140 (2003-04), or with the substance of the following warning:
Caution – MAGNETIC FIELD
Caution: Magnetic field
NOTE 102 If it is not possible to mark these warnings the symbol or caution on the cover, they
may it can be placed close to the cover-retaining screws.

If appliances have external accessible surfaces, for which temperature rise limits are specified
in Table 101 or Table 102 and for which the provisions of footnote b to Table 101 or Table 102
apply, then the appliance shall be marked with symbol IEC 60417-5041 (2002-10), or with the
substance of the following:
Caution: Hot surfaces.
7.6 Addition:
[symbol IEC 60417-5041 (2002-10)] caution, hot surface

[symbol IEC 60417-5140 (2003-04)] non-ionizing electromagnetic radiation

7.12 Addition:
The manufacturer shall declare that the appliance is also intended to be used in an area open
to the public or, if the appliance is not suitable for use in an area open to the public, the
instruction shall include the substance of the following warning:
WARNING: This appliance shall not be installed where the public has access.
The instructions of appliances provided with wheels or similar means shall also state the
maximum load, in kilograms (kg), of the appliance.
Instructions for user maintenance, for example cleaning, shall also be given. They shall include
a statement that the appliance is not to be cleaned with a water jet or a steam cleaner.
If any of the symbols IEC 60417-5021 (2002-10) or IEC 60417-5041 (2002-10) and
IEC 60417-5140 (2003-04) is are marked on the appliance, its meaning shall be explained.
The instructions for appliances incorporating induction heating sources shall include the
substance of the following warning and information:
– WARNING: If the surface of coil carriers changes to darker colour or shows cracks,
immediately disconnect the appliance from the supply.
– metallic objects such as kitchen utensils, cutlery, etc., shall not be placed on the induction
tray within zones provided for the induction crockery since they could get hot;
– only use induction crockery and induction trays recommended by the manufacturer;
– users with heart pacemakers should consult with the manufacturer (unless specific details
are given).
The instructions shall also include the substance of the following:
These appliances are intended to be used for commercial applications, for example in
kitchens of restaurants, canteens, hospitals and in commercial enterprises such as bakeries,
and butcheries, etc., but not for continuous mass production of food.
If the manufacturer wants to limit the use of the appliance to less than the above, this has to be
clearly stated in the instructions.
The instructions shall include the substance of the following:
– This appliance is not intended to be used by laymen in household and similar applications
such as:
• staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;

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• farm houses;
• in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
• bed and breakfast type environments.
Modification:
The instruction concerning persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge and children playing with the appliance
is not applicable.
7.12.1 Replacement Addition:
The appliance shall be accompanied by instructions detailing any special precautions necessary
for installation. For appliances intended for installation in a bank of other appliances and
appliances intended to be fixed to an installation wall, details of how to ensure appropriate
protection against electric shock and harmful ingress of water shall be supplied. If the controls
of more than one appliance are combined in a separate enclosure, detailed installation
instructions shall be supplied. Instructions for user maintenance, for example cleaning, shall
also be given. They shall include a statement that the appliance is not to be cleaned with a
water jet or a steam cleaner.
For appliances incorporating swivelling radiant heaters, the installation instructions shall
include detailed information concerning the area of swivelling with regard to the surrounding
conditions. Information shall be given on how to limit the swivelling area by the installer.
The operation of appliances incorporating induction heating sources requires an increased
instruction of the personnel. In addition, the instructions shall state that any repairs shall be
carried out only by persons trained or recommended by the manufacturer.
For class I appliances that are permanently connected to fixed wiring and for which leakage
currents may can exceed 10 mA, particularly if disconnected or not used for long periods, or
during initial installation, the instruction sheet shall give recommendations regarding the rating
of protective devices, such as earth leakage relays residual current devices (RCD), to be
installed.
Compliance is checked by inspection.
7.12.4 Addition:
The instructions for built-in appliances having a separate control panel for several appliances
shall state that the control panel is only to be connected to the specified appliances in order to
avoid a possible hazard.
7.12.9 Not applicable.
7.14 Addition:
The height of the triangle used with in symbol IEC 60417-5041 (2002-10) shall be at least
15 mm.
The height of symbol IEC 60417-5140 (2003-04) shall be at least 10 mm.
7.15 Addition:
When it is not practical to place the marking of fixed appliances so that it is visible after the
appliance has been installed, the relevant information shall also be included in the instructions
for use or on an additional label that can be fixed near the appliance after installation.
NOTE 101 An example of such a fixed appliance is a built-in appliance.
For appliances incorporating induction heating sources in modular design, the additional label
shall be fixed to the heating module (generator).
The marking specified for external accessible surfaces shall be visible when the appliance is
operated as in normal use, including when actuating any switch, adjusting any control or
opening a lid or door. It shall not be placed on a functional surface or adjacent surface.
7.101 Equipotential bonding terminals shall be marked with symbol 5021 of IEC 60417-1
IEC 60417-5021 (2005-06).
These markings shall not be placed on screws, removable washers or other parts that can be
removed when conductors are being connected.
Compliance is checked by inspection.
7.102 If a swivel radiant heater can be swung over adjacent areas or appliances, the
instructions for use and installation shall indicate this range. If the temperature rise of the top
of the adjacent area or appliance exceeds 65 K during the tests of Clause 11, or 125 K during
the tests of Clause 19, the installation instructions provided by the manufacturer shall include
the substance of the following warning, that shall also be included on a non-permanent label
attached to the appliance:
WARNING: If this radiant heater is positioned adjacent to other areas or appliances, it is
recommended that, within the range of the radiation, these areas or appliances be
made of non-combustible material, otherwise, they shall be clad with a non-
combustible heat-insulating material, and attention is to be paid to fire prevention
regulations.
Where this appliance is to be positioned so that walls, partitions, kitchen furniture,
decorative finishes, etc., are in the range of the heat radiated from the adjustable
heater, it is recommended that they are made of non-combustible material. If not,
they shall be clad with a suitable non-combustible heat-insulating material.
Compliance is checked by inspection.
7.103 Food warming areas of radiant heaters adjacent to the appliance shall be permanently
marked if the temperature rise during Clause 11 exceeds 65 K. This marking is not required if
the swivelling area is between a bank of other appliances.
Compliance is checked by inspection.
7.104 The side of the radiant heater case facing the user (front side) shall be permanently
marked with symbol IEC 60417-5041 (2002-10).
Compliance is checked by inspection.
7.105 The zones on induction trays where the induction crockery is to be placed shall be
marked permanently, e.g. by an appropriate design.
Compliance is checked by inspection.

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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 applicable except as follows.
9.101 Fan motors providing a cooling effect in order to comply with the requirements of
Clause 11 shall start under all voltage conditions that may can occur in use.
Compliance is checked by starting the motor three times at a voltage equal to 0,85 times rated
voltage, the motor being at room temperature at the beginning of the test.
Compliance is checked by the following tests using a supply source such that its drop in voltage
does not exceed 1 % during the tests. The appliance is returned to room temperature after
each test.
The motor appliance is started each time under the conditions occurring at the beginning of
normal operation or, for automatic appliances, at the beginning of the normal cycle of operation,
the motor being allowed to come to rest between successive starts a voltage equal to 0,85 times
rated voltage being applied to the input terminals of the appliance.
For appliances provided with motors having other than centrifugal starting switches, this test is
repeated at a voltage equal to 1,06 times rated voltage being applied to the input terminals of
the appliance.
The tests are carried out three times.
In all cases, the motor shall start and it shall function in such a way that safety is not affected,
and the overload protective devices of the motor shall not operate.
NOTE The supply source is such that, during the test, the drop in voltage does not exceed 1 %.
10 Power input and current
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
10.1 Modification:
Instead of the first paragraph of the requirement, the following applies:
The power input of appliances without induction heating sources, at rated voltage and at
normal operating temperature, shall not deviate from the rated power input by more than the
deviation shown in Table 1.
The power input of appliances having only induction heating sources, at rated voltage and
at normal operating temperature, shall not deviate from the rated power input by more than
10 %.
The measurement is made before the controls are adjusted to the reduced setting.
For appliances incorporating induction heating sources and non-induction heating sources,
the following applies:
The power input of the induction heating sources and the non-induction heating sources is
measured separately, in each case using a combination of heating units that can be on at the
same time to give the highest power input. For the induction heating sources, the
measurement is made before the controls are adjusted to the reduced setting.
For induction heating sources, the power input so measured shall not deviate from the rated
power input marked or declared by the manufacturer (see 7.1) by more than 10 % . For and in
the case of non-induction heating sources,
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IEC 60335-2-49 ®
Edition 5.1 2025-08
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
CONSOLIDATED VERSION
Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety -
Part 2-49: Particular requirements for commercial electric appliances for keeping
food and crockery warm
ICS 97.030 ISBN 978-2-8327-0702-9
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CONTENTS
FOREWORD . 3
INTRODUCTION . 6
1 Scope . 7
2 Normative references . 8
3 Terms and definitions . 8
4 General requirement . 10
5 General conditions for the tests . 10
6 Classification . 11
7 Marking and instructions . 11
8 Protection against access to live parts . 14
9 Starting of motor-operated appliances . 14
10 Power input and current . 15
11 Heating . 16
12 Charging of metal-ion batteries . 19
13 Leakage current and electric strength at operating temperature . 19
14 Transient overvoltages . 20
15 Moisture resistance . 20
16 Leakage current and electric strength . 21
17 Overload protection of transformers and associated circuits . 21
18 Endurance . 21
19 Abnormal operation . 21
20 Stability and mechanical hazards . 23
21 Mechanical strength . 24
22 Construction . 24
23 Internal wiring . 25
24 Components . 26
25 Supply connection and external flexible cords . 26
26 Terminals for external conductors . 26
27 Provision for earthing . 26
28 Screws and connections . 27
29 Clearances, creepage distances and solid insulation . 28
30 Resistance to heat and fire . 28
31 Resistance to rusting . 28
32 Radiation, toxicity and similar hazards . 28
Annexes . 31
Annex B (normative) Battery-operated appliances, separable batteries and detachable
batteries for battery-operated appliances .
Annex P (informative) Guidance for the application of this standard to appliances used
in tropical climates . 33
Bibliography . 34

Figure 101 – Probe for measuring surface temperatures . 28
Figure 102 – Identification of surfaces for temperature measurement . 29
Figure 103 – Splash apparatus . 30

Table 101 – Maximum temperature rises for specified external accessible surfaces
under normal operating conditions . 18
Table 102 – Maximum temperature rises of external accessible surfaces for appliances
intended to be installed in areas open to the public under normal operating conditions . 19
Table 103 – Assembling torques for screwed connections providing earthing continuity . 27

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Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety -
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IEC 60335-2-49 has been prepared by IEC technical committee 61: Safety of household and
similar electrical appliances. It is an International Standard.
This fifth edition cancels and replaces the fourth edition published in 2002, Amendment 1:2008
and Amendment 2:2017. This edition constitutes a technical revision.
This edition includes the following significant technical changes with respect to the previous
edition:
a) the text has been aligned with IEC 60335-1:2020;
b) introduction of requirements for appliances intended for use in areas open to the public,
including external accessible surface temperatures (Clause 1, 7.12, 11.8, Table 102);
c) exclusion of battery-operated appliances (Clause 1);
d) clarification of applicable standard for appliances for use by laymen (Clause 1, 7.12);
e) relocation of cleaning instructions from 7.12.1 to 7.12;
f) relocation of 24.101 to 22.106;
g) conciliation of the text of IEC 60335-2-49 with other standards under IEC/TC61/MT32;
h) some notes have been converted to normative text, modified or deleted (Clause 1, 7.1, 7.15,
11.3, 11.7, 15.2, 19.2, 22.101, 23.3);
i) additional requirements for measurement of input current;
j) clarification of the testing procedure in 15.1.1;
k) clarification of the test conditions in 20.1 and 23.3;
l) clarifications of the requirements in 25.3.
The text of this International Standard is based on the following documents:
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A list of all parts in the IEC 60335 series, published under the general title Household and
similar electrical appliances – Safety, can be found on the IEC website.
This Part 2 is to be used in conjunction with the latest edition of IEC 60335-1 and its
amendments unless that edition precludes it; in that case, the latest edition that does not
preclude it is used. It was established on the basis of the sixth edition (2020) 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: Particular requirements for commercial electric
appliances for keeping food and crockery warm.
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.

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– withdrawn, or
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organizations may need a transitional period following publication of a new, amended or revised IEC publication in
which to make products in accordance with the new requirements and to equip themselves for conducting new or
revised tests.
It is the recommendation of the committee that the content of this publication be adopted for implementation nationally
not earlier than 12 months or later than 36 months from the date of publication.
The following differences exist in the countries indicated below.
– 6.1: Class 01 appliances are allowed (Japan).
– 13.2: Leakage current limits are different (Japan).

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.
Guidance documents concerning the application of the safety requirements for appliances can
be accessed via TC 61 supporting documents on the IEC website:
https://www.iec.ch/tc61/supportingdocuments
This information is given for the convenience of users of this International Standard and does
not constitute a replacement for the normative text in this standard.
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.
When a Part 2 standard does not include additional requirements to cover hazards dealt with
in Part 1, Part 1 applies.
NOTE 1 This means that the technical committees responsible for the Part 2 standards have determined that it is
not necessary to specify particular requirements for the appliance in question over and above the general
requirements.
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.
NOTE 2 Horizontal publications, basic safety publications and group safety publications covering a hazard are not
applicable since they have been taken into consideration when developing the general and particular requirements
for the IEC 60335 series of standards.
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 that 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.
NOTE 3 Standards dealing with non-safety aspects of household appliances are:
– IEC standards published by TC 59 concerning methods for measuring performance;
– CISPR 11, CISPR 14-1 and relevant IEC 61000-3 series standards concerning electromagnetic emissions;
– CISPR 14-2 concerning electromagnetic immunity;
– IEC standards published by TC 111 concerning environmental matters.

1 Scope
This clause of Part 1 is replaced by the following:
This part of IEC 60335 deals with the safety of electrically operated commercial appliances for
keeping food and crockery warm, 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.
Examples of appliances that are within the scope of this standard are:
– hot cupboards, with or without heated tops;
– heated tops;
– heated display cases;
– heated crockery dispensers;
– heated tables;
– radiant heaters.
These appliances are not intended for household and similar purposes. They are used for
commercial purposes, processing of food, also in areas open to the public, for example in
kitchens of restaurants, canteens, hospitals and in commercial enterprises, such as bakeries
and butcheries.
These appliances are not intended for household and similar purposes. They are used:
– by experts or instructed persons for commercial processing of food in areas that are not
areas open to the public, for example in kitchens of restaurants, canteens, hospitals and
in commercial enterprises such as bakeries and butcheries; or
– by laypersons in areas open to the public, for example hotel/motel common areas,
canteens and self-service restaurants.
The electrical part of appliances making use of other forms of energy is also within the scope
of this standard.
As far as is practicable, this standard deals with the common hazards presented by these types
of appliances.
Attention is drawn to the fact that:
– for appliances intended to be used in vehicles or on board ships or aircraft, additional
requirements can be necessary;
– in many countries, additional requirements are specified by the national health authorities,
the national authorities responsible for the protection of labour, the national water supply
authorities and similar authorities;
– in many countries, additional requirements are specified for pressure appliances.
This standard does not apply to:
– appliances designed exclusively for industrial purposes;
– 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);
– appliances for continuous mass production of food;
– commercial electric bains-marie (IEC 60335-2-50);
– battery-operated appliances;
– warming plates and similar appliances for household use covered by IEC 60335-2-12 used
in the following environments by laymen:
• staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
• farm houses;
• hotels rooms, motels rooms and other residential type environments;
• bed and breakfast type environments.
2 Normative references
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
Addition:
IEC 60436, Electric dishwashers for household use – Methods for measuring the performance
IEC 60584-1, Thermocouples – Part 1: EMF specifications and tolerances
ISO 898-1, Mechanical properties of fasteners made of carbon steel and alloy steel – Part 1:
Bolts, screws and studs with specified property classes – Coarse thread and fine pitch thread
ISO 3506-1, Fasteners – Mechanical properties of corrosion-resistant stainless steel fasteners
– Part 1: Bolts, screws and studs with specified grade and property classes
ISO 3506-2, Fasteners – Mechanical properties of corrosion-resistant stainless steel fasteners
– Part 2: Nuts with specified grade and property classes
ISO 3506-3, Mechanical properties of corrosion-resistant stainless steel fasteners – Part 3: Set
screws and similar fasteners not under tensile stress
ISO 3506-4, Mechanical properties of corrosion-resistant stainless steel fasteners – Part 4:
Tapping screws
3 Terms and definitions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
3.1 Definitions relating to physical characteristics
3.1.4 Addition:
Note 101 to entry: The rated power input is the sum of the power inputs of all the individual elements in the
appliance that can be on at one time; where there are several such combinations possible, that giving the highest
power input is used in determining the rated power input.
3.1.9 Replacement
Modification:
Replace the first paragraph with the following:
operation of the appliance under the following conditions
Appliances are operated empty and with any controls intended to be operated by the user set
at the maximum.
If the appliance cannot be operated empty, then the manufacturer's instructions are taken into
account.
Doors, covers or lids, if any, are placed in their intended positions.
Motors and detachable electrical parts incorporated in the appliance are operated under the
most unfavourable conditions that can be expected in normal use taking into account the
manufacturer's instructions.
Appliances incorporating induction heating sources are operated with the induction
crockery placed on induction trays. All tray supports are loaded, but partial up to full load
shall be possible.
All controls are set to maximum, and the induction crockery is half-filled with initially cold
water. Covers (cloches) are in their position.
The appliances consist of several units, which can form up to three separated modules; they
are connected together during operation. These units are the heating module with the induction
heating source, the rack with the coil carriers and the enclosure with the supports for the
induction trays including the induction crockery.
3.5 Definitions relating to types of appliances
3.5.101
hot cupboard
appliance that is used for maintaining the temperature of hot food and for the warming of
crockery
3.5.102
heated display case
hot cupboard in which food is displayed, the heated food being served from the display
3.5.103
heated crockery dispenser
appliance designed specifically for the storage, warming and dispensing of plates, etc.
3.5.104
heated table
appliance designed for warm-holding on the surface
3.5.105
radiant heater
stationary appliance for keeping food and crockery warm by means of radiant heat
Note 1 to entry: A part of the appliance can be swivelling.
3.6 Definitions relating to parts of an appliance
3.6.101
heating unit
any part of an appliance that fulfils an independent cooking or heating function
3.6.102
induction heating source
heating source that operates by inducing eddy currents in induction crockery
3.6.103
coil carrier
insulation device containing the induction winding
3.6.104
induction crockery
crockery suitable to be heated by induction for heating up or keeping food warm
3.6.105
induction tray
tray adapted to induction crockery, as recommended by the manufacturer
3.6.106
functional surface
surface that is intentionally heated by an internal heat source and has to be hot to carry out the
function for which the appliance is intended
Note 1 to entry: An example is the heated sheath of a tubular heating element.
3.6.107
adjacent surface
surface that is adjacent to a functional surface and which can become hot through conduction
3.6.108
heated top
top surface of a hot cupboard, that is designed to maintain the required temperature.
Note 1 to entry: The heated top can be heated indirectly by the hot cupboard heating elements or directly by
separate heating elements.
3.8 Definitions relating to miscellaneous matters
3.8.101
area open to the public
area in which the general public, including children, can have access
Note 1 to entry: Examples are canteens and self-service restaurants.
3.8.102
installation wall
special fixed construction containing supply facilities for appliances installed in conjunction with
it
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.
5.10 Addition:
Appliances intended for installation in a bank of other appliances and appliances intended to
be fixed to an installation wall are enclosed to obtain protection against electric shock and
harmful ingress of water equivalent to that obtained when installed in accordance with the
instructions provided with the appliance.
NOTE Appropriate enclosures or additional appliances can be needed for test purposes.
5.101 Appliances are tested as heating appliances, when during a mode of operation
electrical heaters are energized. If no electrical heaters are energized, the appliances are tested
as motor-operated appliances.
5.102 Appliances, when assembled in combination with or incorporating other appliances, are
tested in accordance with the requirements of this standard. The other appliances are operated
simultaneously in accordance with the requirements of the relevant standards.
6 Classification
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
6.1 Replacement:
Appliances shall be class I or class II.
Compliance is checked by inspection and by the relevant tests.
6.2 Addition:
Appliances normally used on a table shall be at least IPX3. Other appliances shall be at least
IPX4.
7 Marking and instructions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
7.1 Addition:
Appliances incorporating induction heating sources shall be marked with:
– the operating frequency or operating frequency range, in kilohertz (kHz) of the induction
heating sources;
– the total power input of all the induction heating units that can operate simultaneously, in
watts (W) or kilowatts (kW), unless this is indicated in the instructions;
– the total power input of all the non-induction heating units that can operate simultaneously,
in watts (W) or kilowatts (kW), unless this is indicated in the instructions.
The total power input to be marked or indicated in the instructions is the highest power input
that any switch arrangement will allow.
Covers, that if removed, can give direct access to induction coils shall be marked with symbol
IEC 60417-5140 (2003-04), or with the substance of the following:
Caution: Magnetic field
If it is not possible to mark the symbol or caution on the cover, it can be placed close to the
cover-retaining screws.
If appliances have external accessible surfaces, for which temperature rise limits are specified
in Table 101 or Table 102 and for which the provisions of footnote b to Table 101 or Table 102
apply, then the appliance shall be marked with symbol IEC 60417-5041 (2002-10), or with the
substance of the following:
Caution: Hot surfaces.
7.6 Addition:
[symbol IEC 60417-5041 (2002-10)] caution, hot surface

[symbol IEC 60417-5140 (2003-04)] non-ionizing electromagnetic radiation

7.12 Addition:
The manufacturer shall declare that the appliance is also intended to be used in an area open
to the public or, if the appliance is not suitable for use in an area open to the public, the
instruction shall include the substance of the following warning:
WARNING: This appliance shall not be installed where the public has access.
The instructions of appliances provided with wheels or similar means shall also state the
maximum load, in kilograms (kg), of the appliance.
Instructions for user maintenance, for example cleaning, shall also be given. They shall include
a statement that the appliance is not to be cleaned with a water jet or a steam cleaner.
If any of the symbols IEC 60417-5021 (2002-10) or IEC 60417-5041 (2002-10) and
IEC 60417-5140 (2003-04) are marked on the appliance, its meaning shall be explained.
The instructions for appliances incorporating induction heating sources shall include the
substance of the following warning and information:
– WARNING: If the surface of coil carriers changes to darker colour or shows cracks,
immediately disconnect the appliance from the supply.
– metallic objects such as kitchen utensils, cutlery, etc., shall not be placed on the induction
tray within zones provided for the induction crockery since they could get hot;
– only use induction crockery and induction trays recommended by the manufacturer;
– users with heart pacemakers should consult the manufacturer (unless specific details are
given).
The instructions shall also include the substance of the following:
These appliances are intended to be used for commercial applications, for example in
kitchens of restaurants, canteens, hospitals and in commercial enterprises such as bakeries
and butcheries, but not for continuous mass production of food.
If the manufacturer wants to limit the use of the appliance to less than the above, this has to be
clearly stated in the instructions.
The instructions shall include the substance of the following:
– This appliance is not intended to be used by laymen in household and similar applications
such as:
• staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
• farm houses;
• in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
• bed and breakfast type environments.
Modification:
The instruction concerning persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge and children playing with the appliance
is not applicable.
7.12.1 Addition:
The appliance shall be accompanied by instructions detailing any special precautions
necessary for installation. For appliances intended for installation in a bank of other appliances
and appliances intended to be fixed to an installation wall, details of how to ensure appropriate
protection against electric shock and harmful ingress of water shall be supplied. If the controls
of more than one appliance are combined in a separate enclosure, detailed installation
instructions shall be supplied.
For appliances incorporating swivelling radiant heaters, the installation instructions shall
include detailed information concerning the area of swivelling with regard to the surrounding
conditions. Information shall be given on how to limit the swivelling area by the installer.
The operation of appliances incorporating induction heating sources requires an increased
instruction of the personnel. In addition, the instructions shall state that any repairs shall be
carried out only by persons trained or recommended by the manufacturer.
For class I appliances that are permanently connected to fixed wiring and for which leakage
currents can exceed 10 mA, particularly if disconnected or not used for long periods, or during
initial installation, the instruction sheet shall give recommendations regarding the rating of
protective devices, such as residual current devices (RCD), to be installed.
Compliance is checked by inspection.
7.12.4 Addition:
The instructions for built-in appliances having a separate control panel for several appliances
shall state that the control panel is only to be connected to the specified appliances in order to
avoid a possible hazard.
7.12.9 Not applicable.
7.14 Addition:
The height of the triangle in symbol IEC 60417-5041 (2002-10) shall be at least 15 mm.
The height of symbol IEC 60417-5140 (2003-04) shall be at least 10 mm.
7.15 Addition:
When it is not practical to place the marking of fixed appliances so that it is visible after the
appliance has been installed, the relevant information shall also be included in the instructions
for use or on an additional label that can be fixed near the appliance after installation.
For appliances incorporating induction heating sources in modular design, the additional label
shall be fixed to the heating module (generator).
The marking specified for external accessible surfaces shall be visible when the appliance is
operated as in normal use, including when actuating any switch, adjusting any control or
opening a lid or door. It shall not be placed on a functional surface or adjacent surface.
7.101 Equipotential bonding terminals shall be marked with symbol IEC 60417-5021
(2005-06).
These markings shall not be placed on screws, removable washers or other parts that can be
removed when conductors are being connected.
Compliance is checked by inspection.
7.102 If a swivel radiant heater can be swung over adjacent areas or appliances, the
instructions for use and installation shall indicate this range. If the temperature rise of the top
of the adjacent area or appliance exceeds 65 K during the tests of Clause 11, or 125 K during
the tests of Clause 19, the installation instructions provided by the manufacturer shall include
the substance of the following warning, that shall also be included on a permanent label
attached to the appliance:
WARNING: Where this appliance is to be positioned so that walls, partitions, kitchen furniture,
decorative finishes, etc., are in the range of the heat radiated from the adjustable
heater, it is recommended that they are made of non-combustible material. If not,
they shall be clad with a suitable non-combustible heat-insulating material.
Compliance is checked by inspection.
7.103 Food warming areas of radiant heaters adjacent to the appliance shall be permanently
marked if the temperature rise during Clause 11 exceeds 65 K. This marking is not required if
the swivelling area is between a bank of other appliances.
Compliance is checked by inspection.
7.104 The side of the radiant heater case facing the user (front side) shall be permanently
marked with symbol IEC 60417-5041 (2002-10).
Compliance is checked by inspection.
7.105 The zones on induction trays where the induction crockery is to be placed shall be
marked permanently, e.g. by an appropriate design.
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 applicable except as follows.
9.101 Fan motors providing a cooling effect in order to comply with the requirements of
Clause 11 shall start under all voltage conditions that can occur in use.
Compliance is checked by the following tests using a supply source such that its drop in voltage
does not exceed 1 % during the tests. The appliance is returned to room temperature after
each test.
The appliance is started under the conditions occurring at the beginning of normal operation or,
for automatic appliances, at the beginning of the normal cycle of operation, a voltage equal to
0,85 times rated voltage being applied to the input terminals of the appliance.
For appliances provided with motors having other than centrifugal starting switches, this test is
repeated at a voltage equal to 1,06 times rated voltage being applied to the input terminals of
the appliance.
The tests are carried out three times.
In all cases, the motor shall start and it shall function in such a way that safety is not affected
and overload protective devices of the motor shall not operate.
10 Power input and current
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
10.1 Modification:
Instead of the first paragraph of the requirement, the following applies:
The power input of appliances without induction heating sources, at rated voltage and at
normal operating temperature, shall not deviate from the rated power input by more than the
deviation shown in Table 1.
The power input of appliances having only induction heating sources, at rated voltage and
at normal operating temperature, shall not deviate from the rated power input by more than
10 %.
The measurement is made before the controls are adjusted to the reduced setting.
For appliances incorporating induction heating sources and non-induction heating sources,
the following applies:
The power input of the induction heating sources and the non-induction heating sources is
measured separately, in each case using a combination of heating units that can be on at the
same time to give the highest power input. For the induction heating sources, the
measurement is made before the controls are adjusted to the reduced setting.
For induction heating sources, the power input so measured shall not deviate from the rated
power input marked or declared by the manufacturer (see 7.1) by more than 10 % and in the
case of non-induction heating sources deviate from the rated power input marked or declared
by the manufacturer (see 7.1) by more than the deviation shown in Table 1 for heating
appliances.
In addition, the power input of the appliance when the induction heating sources and non-
induction heating sources are operated simultaneously shall not deviate from the rated power
input by more than 10 %.
Addition:
For appliances having more than one heating unit, the total power input may be determined
by measuring the power input of each heating unit separately (see also 3.1.4).
10.2 Modification:
Instead of the first paragraph of the requirement, the following applies:
The current of appliances without induction heating sources, at rated voltage and at normal
operating temperature, shall not deviate from the rated current by more than the deviation
shown in Table 2.
For appliances incorporating induction heating sources and non-induction heating sources,
the following applies.
The current of the induction heating sources and the non-induction heating sources is
measured separately, in each case using a combination of heating units that can be on at the
same time to give the highest current. For the induction heating sources, the measurement
is made before the controls are adjusted to the reduced setting.
For non-induction heating sources, the current so measured shall not deviate from the rated
current marked or declared by the manufacturer (see 7.1) by more than the deviation shown in
Table 2 for heating appliances.
In addition, the c
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INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
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Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety –

Part 2-49: Particular requirements for commercial electric appliances for

keeping food and crockery warm

Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues – Sécurité –

Partie 2-49: Exigences particulières pour les appareils électriques à usage

commercial destinés à maintenir au chaud les aliments et la vaisselle

INTERNATIONAL
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ELECTROTECHNIQUE
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ICS 97.030 ISBN 978-2-8322-1039-6

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CONTENTS
FOREWORD . 4
INTRODUCTION . 7
1 Scope . 8
2 Normative references . 9
3 Terms and definitions . 9
4 General requirement . 11
5 General conditions for the tests . 11
6 Classification . 12
7 Marking and instructions . 12
8 Protection against access to live parts . 15
9 Starting of motor-operated appliances . 15
10 Power input and current . 16
11 Heating . 17
12 Charging of metal-ion batteries . 20
13 Leakage current and electric strength at operating temperature . 20
14 Transient overvoltages . 21
15 Moisture resistance . 21
16 Leakage current and electric strength . 22
17 Overload protection of transformers and associated circuits . 22
18 Endurance . 22
19 Abnormal operation . 22
20 Stability and mechanical hazards . 24
21 Mechanical strength . 25
22 Construction . 25
23 Internal wiring . 26
24 Components . 27
25 Supply connection and external flexible cords . 27
26 Terminals for external conductors . 27
27 Provision for earthing . 27
28 Screws and connections . 28
29 Clearances, creepage distances and solid insulation . 28
30 Resistance to heat and fire . 29
31 Resistance to rusting . 29
32 Radiation, toxicity and similar hazards . 29
Annexes . 32
Annex B (normative) Battery-operated appliances, separable batteries and detachable
batteries for battery-operated appliances . 33
Annex P (informative) Guidance for the application of this standard to appliances used
in tropical climates . 34
Bibliography . 35

Figure 101 – Probe for measuring surface temperatures . 29

Figure 102 – Identification of surfaces for temperature measurement . 30
Figure 103 – Splash apparatus . 31

Table 101 – Maximum temperature rises for specified external accessible surfaces
under normal operating conditions . 19
Table 102 – Maximum temperature rises of external accessible surfaces for appliances
intended to be installed in areas open to the public under normal operating conditions . 20
Table 103 – Assembling torques for screwed connections providing earthing continuity . 28

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IEC 60335-2-49 has been prepared by IEC technical committee 61: Safety of household and
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This fifth edition cancels and replaces the fourth edition published in 2002, Amendment 1:2008
and Amendment 2:2017. This edition constitutes a technical revision.
This edition includes the following significant technical changes with respect to the previous
edition:
a) the text has been aligned with IEC 60335-1:2020;
b) introduction of requirements for appliances intended for use in areas open to the public,
including external accessible surface temperatures (Clause 1, 7.12, 11.8, Table 102);
c) exclusion of battery-operated appliances (Clause 1);
d) clarification of applicable standard for appliances for use by laymen (Clause 1, 7.12);

e) relocation of cleaning instructions from 7.12.1 to 7.12;
f) relocation of 24.101 to 22.106;
g) conciliation of the text of IEC 60335-2-49 with other standards under IEC/TC61/MT32;
h) some notes have been converted to normative text, modified or deleted (Clause 1, 7.1, 7.15,
11.3, 11.7, 15.2, 19.2, 22.101, 23.3);
i) additional requirements for measurement of input current;
j) clarification of the testing procedure in 15.1.1;
k) clarification of the test conditions in 20.1 and 23.3;
l) clarifications of the requirements in 25.3.
The text of this International Standard is based on the following documents:
FDIS Report on voting
61/6365/FDIS 61/6411/RVD
Full information on the voting for its approval can be found in the report on voting indicated in
the above table.
The language used for the development of this International Standard is English.
This document was drafted in accordance with ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2, and developed in
accordance with ISO/IEC Directives, Part 1 and ISO/IEC Directives, IEC Supplement, available
at www.iec.ch/members_experts/refdocs. The main document types developed by IEC are
described in greater detail at www.iec.ch/standardsdev/publications.
A list of all parts in the IEC 60335 series, published under the general title Household and
similar electrical appliances – Safety, can be found on the IEC website.
This Part 2 is to be used in conjunction with the latest edition of IEC 60335-1 and its
amendments unless that edition precludes it; in that case, the latest edition that does not
preclude it is used. It was established on the basis of the sixth edition (2020) 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: Particular requirements for commercial electric
appliances for keeping food and crockery warm.
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 in the text are defined in Clause 3. When a definition concerns an adjective, the adjective and the
associated noun are also in bold.

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The committee has decided that the contents of this document will remain unchanged until the
stability date indicated on the IEC website under webstore.iec.ch in the data related to the
specific document. At this date, the document will be
• reconfirmed,
• withdrawn,
• replaced by a revised edition, or
• amended.
NOTE 4 The attention of National Committees is drawn to the fact that equipment manufacturers and testing
organizations may need a transitional period following publication of a new, amended or revised IEC publication in
which to make products in accordance with the new requirements and to equip themselves for conducting new or
revised tests.
It is the recommendation of the committee that the content of this publication be adopted for implementation nationally
not earlier than 12 months or later than 36 months from the date of publication.
The following differences exist in the countries indicated below.
– 6.1: Class 01 appliances are allowed (Japan).
– 13.2: Leakage current limits are different (Japan).

IMPORTANT – The "colour inside" logo on the cover page of this document indicates that it
contains colours which are considered to be useful for the correct understanding of its
contents. Users should therefore print this document using a colour printer.

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.
Guidance documents concerning the application of the safety requirements for appliances can
be accessed via TC 61 supporting documents on the IEC website:
https://www.iec.ch/tc61/supportingdocuments
This information is given for the convenience of users of this International Standard and does
not constitute a replacement for the normative text in this standard.
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.
When a Part 2 standard does not include additional requirements to cover hazards dealt with
in Part 1, Part 1 applies.
NOTE 1 This means that the technical committees responsible for the Part 2 standards have determined that it is
not necessary to specify particular requirements for the appliance in question over and above the general
requirements.
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.
NOTE 2 Horizontal publications, basic safety publications and group safety publications covering a hazard are not
applicable since they have been taken into consideration when developing the general and particular requirements
for the IEC 60335 series of standards.
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 that 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.
NOTE 3 Standards dealing with non-safety aspects of household appliances are:
– IEC standards published by TC 59 concerning methods for measuring performance;
– CISPR 11, CISPR 14-1 and relevant IEC 61000-3 series standards concerning electromagnetic emissions;
– CISPR 14-2 concerning electromagnetic immunity;
– IEC standards published by TC 111 concerning environmental matters.

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HOUSEHOLD AND SIMILAR ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES –
SAFETY –
Part 2-49: Particular requirements for commercial electric
appliances for keeping food and crockery warm

1 Scope
This clause of Part 1 is replaced by the following:
This part of IEC 60335 deals with the safety of electrically operated commercial appliances for
keeping food and crockery warm, 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.
Examples of appliances that are within the scope of this standard are:
– hot cupboards, with or without heated tops;
– heated tops;
– heated display cases;
– heated crockery dispensers;
– heated tables;
– radiant heaters.
These appliances are not intended for household and similar purposes. They are used for
commercial purposes, processing of food, also in areas open to the public, for example in
kitchens of restaurants, canteens, hospitals and in commercial enterprises, such as bakeries
and butcheries.
The electrical part of appliances making use of other forms of energy is also within the scope
of this standard.
As far as is practicable, this standard deals with the common hazards presented by these types
of appliances.
Attention is drawn to the fact that:
– for appliances intended to be used in vehicles or on board ships or aircraft, additional
requirements can be necessary;
– in many countries, additional requirements are specified by the national health authorities,
the national authorities responsible for the protection of labour, the national water supply
authorities and similar authorities;
– in many countries, additional requirements are specified for pressure appliances.
This standard does not apply to:
– appliances designed exclusively for industrial purposes;
– 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);
– appliances for continuous mass production of food;
– commercial electric bains-marie (IEC 60335-2-50);
– battery-operated appliances;

– warming plates and similar appliances for household use covered by IEC 60335-2-12 used
in the following environments by laymen:
• staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
• farm houses;
• hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
• bed and breakfast type environments.
2 Normative references
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
Addition:
IEC 60436, Electric dishwashers for household use – Methods for measuring the performance
IEC 60584-1, Thermocouples – Part 1: EMF specifications and tolerances
ISO 898-1, Mechanical properties of fasteners made of carbon steel and alloy steel – Part 1:
Bolts, screws and studs with specified property classes – Coarse thread and fine pitch thread
ISO 3506-1, Fasteners – Mechanical properties of corrosion-resistant stainless steel fasteners
– Part 1: Bolts, screws and studs with specified grade and property classes
ISO 3506-2, Fasteners – Mechanical properties of corrosion-resistant stainless steel fasteners
– Part 2: Nuts with specified grade and property classes
ISO 3506-3, Mechanical properties of corrosion-resistant stainless steel fasteners – Part 3: Set
screws and similar fasteners not under tensile stress
ISO 3506-4, Mechanical properties of corrosion-resistant stainless steel fasteners – Part 4:
Tapping screws
3 Terms and definitions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
3.1 Definitions relating to physical characteristics
3.1.4 Addition:
Note 101 to entry: The rated power input is the sum of the power inputs of all the individual elements in the
appliance that can be on at one time; where there are several such combinations possible, that giving the highest
power input is used in determining the rated power input.
3.1.9 Replacement:
operation of the appliance under the following conditions
Appliances are operated empty and with any controls intended to be operated by the user set
at the maximum.
If the appliance cannot be operated empty, then the manufacturer's instructions are taken into
account.
Doors, covers or lids, if any, are placed in their intended positions.

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Motors and detachable electrical parts incorporated in the appliance are operated under the
most unfavourable conditions that can be expected in normal use taking into account the
manufacturer's instructions.
Appliances incorporating induction heating sources are operated with the induction
crockery placed on induction trays. All tray supports are loaded, but partial up to full load
shall be possible.
All controls are set to maximum, and the induction crockery is half-filled with initially cold
water. Covers (cloches) are in their position.
The appliances consist of several units, which can form up to three separated modules; they
are connected together during operation. These units are the heating module with the induction
heating source, the rack with the coil carriers and the enclosure with the supports for the
induction trays including the induction crockery.
3.5 Definitions relating to types of appliances
3.5.101
hot cupboard
appliance that is used for maintaining the temperature of hot food and for the warming of
crockery
3.5.102
heated display case
hot cupboard in which food is displayed, the heated food being served from the display
3.5.103
heated crockery dispenser
appliance designed specifically for the storage, warming and dispensing of plates, etc.
3.5.104
heated table
appliance designed for warm-holding on the surface
3.5.105
radiant heater
stationary appliance for keeping food and crockery warm by means of radiant heat
Note 1 to entry: A part of the appliance can be swivelling.
3.6 Definitions relating to parts of an appliance
3.6.101
heating unit
any part of an appliance that fulfils an independent cooking or heating function
3.6.102
induction heating source
heating source that operates by inducing eddy currents in induction crockery
3.6.103
coil carrier
insulation device containing the induction winding
3.6.104
induction crockery
crockery suitable to be heated by induction for heating up or keeping food warm

3.6.105
induction tray
tray adapted to induction crockery, as recommended by the manufacturer
3.6.106
functional surface
surface that is intentionally heated by an internal heat source and has to be hot to carry out the
function for which the appliance is intended
Note 1 to entry: An example is the heated sheath of a tubular heating element.
3.6.107
adjacent surface
surface that is adjacent to a functional surface and which can become hot through conduction
3.6.108
heated top
top surface of a hot cupboard, that is designed to maintain the required temperature.
Note 1 to entry: The heated top can be heated indirectly by the hot cupboard heating elements or directly by
separate heating elements.
3.8 Definitions relating to miscellaneous matters
3.8.101
area open to the public
area in which the general public, including children, can have access
Note 1 to entry: Examples are canteens and self-service restaurants.
3.8.102
installation wall
special fixed construction containing supply facilities for appliances installed in conjunction with
it
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.
5.10 Addition:
Appliances intended for installation in a bank of other appliances and appliances intended to
be fixed to an installation wall are enclosed to obtain protection against electric shock and
harmful ingress of water equivalent to that obtained when installed in accordance with the
instructions provided with the appliance.
NOTE Appropriate enclosures or additional appliances can be needed for test purposes.
5.101 Appliances are tested as heating appliances, when during a mode of operation
electrical heaters are energized. If no electrical heaters are energized, the appliances are tested
as motor-operated appliances.
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5.102 Appliances, when assembled in combination with or incorporating other appliances, are
tested in accordance with the requirements of this standard. The other appliances are operated
simultaneously in accordance with the requirements of the relevant standards.
6 Classification
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
6.1 Replacement:
Appliances shall be class I or class II.
Compliance is checked by inspection and by the relevant tests.
6.2 Addition:
Appliances normally used on a table shall be at least IPX3. Other appliances shall be at least
IPX4.
7 Marking and instructions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
7.1 Addition:
Appliances incorporating induction heating sources shall be marked with:
– the operating frequency or operating frequency range, in kilohertz (kHz) of the induction
heating sources;
– the total power input of all the induction heating units that can operate simultaneously, in
watts (W) or kilowatts (kW), unless this is indicated in the instructions;
– the total power input of all the non-induction heating units that can operate simultaneously,
in watts (W) or kilowatts (kW), unless this is indicated in the instructions.
The total power input to be marked or indicated in the instructions is the highest power input
that any switch arrangement will allow.
Covers, that if removed, can give direct access to induction coils shall be marked with symbol
IEC 60417-5140 (2003-04), or with the substance of the following:
Caution: Magnetic field
If it is not possible to mark the symbol or caution on the cover, it can be placed close to the
cover-retaining screws.
If appliances have external accessible surfaces, for which temperature rise limits are specified
in Table 101 or Table 102 and for which the provisions of footnote b to Table 101 or Table 102
apply, then the appliance shall be marked with symbol IEC 60417-5041 (2002-10), or with the
substance of the following:
Caution: Hot surfaces.
7.6 Addition:
[symbol IEC 60417-5041 (2002-10)] caution, hot surface

[symbol IEC 60417-5140 (2003-04)] non-ionizing electromagnetic radiation

7.12 Addition:
The manufacturer shall declare that the appliance is also intended to be used in an area open
to the public or, if the appliance is not suitable for use in an area open to the public, the
instruction shall include the substance of the following warning:
WARNING: This appliance shall not be installed where the public has access.
The instructions of appliances provided with wheels or similar means shall also state the
maximum load, in kilograms (kg), of the appliance.
Instructions for user maintenance, for example cleaning, shall also be given. They shall include
a statement that the appliance is not to be cleaned with a water jet or a steam cleaner.
If any of the symbols IEC 60417-5021 (2002-10) or IEC 60417-5041 (2002-10) and
IEC 60417-5140 (2003-04) are marked on the appliance, its meaning shall be explained.
The instructions for appliances incorporating induction heating sources shall include the
substance of the following warning and information:
– WARNING: If the surface of coil carriers changes to darker colour or shows cracks,
immediately disconnect the appliance from the supply.
– metallic objects such as kitchen utensils, cutlery, etc., shall not be placed on the induction
tray within zones provided for the induction crockery since they could get hot;
– only use induction crockery and induction trays recommended by the manufacturer;
– users with heart pacemakers should consult the manufacturer (unless specific details are
given).
The instructions shall also include the substance of the following:
These appliances are intended to be used for commercial applications, for example in
kitchens of restaurants, canteens, hospitals and in commercial enterprises such as bakeries
and butcheries, but not for continuous mass production of food.
If the manufacturer wants to limit the use of the appliance to less than the above, this has to be
clearly stated in the instructions.
The instructions shall include the substance of the following:
– This appliance is not intended to be used by laymen in household and similar applications
such as:
• staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
• farm houses;
• in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
• bed and breakfast type environments.

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Modification:
The instruction concerning persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge and children playing with the appliance
is not applicable.
7.12.1 Addition:
The appliance shall be accompanied by instructions detailing any special precautions necessary
for installation. For appliances intended for installation in a bank of other appliances and
appliances intended to be fixed to an installation wall, details of how to ensure appropriate
protection against electric shock and harmful ingress of water shall be supplied. If the controls
of more than one appliance are combined in a separate enclosure, detailed installation
instructions shall be supplied.
For appliances incorporating swivelling radiant heaters, the installation instructions shall
include detailed information concerning the area of swivelling with regard to the surrounding
conditions. Information shall be given on how to limit the swivelling area by the installer.
The operation of appliances incorporating induction heating sources requires an increased
instruction of the personnel. In addition, the instructions shall state that any repairs shall be
carried out only by persons trained or recommended by the manufacturer.
For class I appliances that are permanently connected to fixed wiring and for which leakage
currents can exceed 10 mA, particularly if disconnected or not used for long periods, or during
initial installation, the instruction sheet shall give recommendations regarding the rating of
protective devices, such as residual current devices (RCD), to be installed.
Compliance is checked by inspection.
7.12.4 Addition:
The instructions for built-in appliances having a separate control panel for several appliances
shall state that the control panel is only to be connected to the specified appliances in order to
avoid a possible hazard.
7.12.9 Not applicable.
7.14 Addition:
The height of the triangle in symbol IEC 60417-5041 (2002-10) shall be at least 15 mm.
The height of symbol IEC 60417-5140 (2003-04) shall be at least 10 mm.
7.15 Addition:
When it is not practical to place the marking of fixed appliances so that it is visible after the
appliance has been installed, the relevant information shall also be included in the instructions
for use or on an additional label that can be fixed near the appliance after installation.
For appliances incorporating induction heating sources in modular design, the additional label
shall be fixed to the heating module (generator).
The marking specified for external accessible surfaces shall be visible when the appliance is
operated as in normal use, including when actuating any switch, adjusting any control or
opening a lid or door. It shall not be placed on a functional surface or adjacent surface.

7.101 Equipotential bonding terminals shall be marked with symbol IEC 60417-5021
(2005-06).
These markings shall not be placed on screws, removable washers or other parts that can be
removed when conductors are being connected.
Compliance is checked by inspection.
7.102 If a swivel radiant heater can be swung over adjacent areas or appliances, the
instructions for use and installation shall indicate this range. If the temperature rise of the top
of the adjacent area or appliance exceeds 65 K during the tests of Clause 11, or 125 K during
the tests of Clause 19, the installation instructions provided by the manufacturer shall include
the substance of the following warning, that shall also be included on a permanent label
attached to the appliance:
WARNING: Where this appliance is to be positioned so that walls, partitions, kitchen furniture,
decorative finishes, etc., are in the range of the heat radiated from the adjustable
heater, it is recommended that they are made of non-combustible material. If not,
they shall be clad with a suitable non-combustible heat-insulating material.
Compliance is checked by inspection.
7.103 Food warming areas of radiant heaters adjacent to the appliance shall be permanently
marked if the temperature rise during Clause 11 exceeds 65 K. This marking is not required if
the swivelling area is between a bank of other appliances.
Compliance is checked by inspection.
7.104 The side of the radiant heater case facing the user (front side) shall be permanently
marked with symbol IEC 60417-5041 (2002-10).
Compliance is checked by inspection.
7.105 The zones on induction trays where the induction crockery is to be placed shall be
marked permanently, e.g. by an appropriate design.
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 applicable except as follows.
9.101 Fan motors providing a cooling effect in order to comply with the requirements of
Clause 11 shall start under all voltage conditions that can occur in use.
Compliance is checked by the following tests using a supply source such that its drop in voltage
does not exceed 1 % during the tests. The appliance is returned to room temperature after
each test.
The appliance is started under the conditions occurring at the beginning of normal operation or,
for automatic appliances, at the beginning of the normal cycle of operation, a voltage equal to
0,85 times rated voltage being applied to the input terminals of the appliance.

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For appliances provided with motors having other than centrifugal starting switches, this test is
repeated at a voltage equal to 1,06 times rated voltage being applied to the input terminals of
the appliance.
The tests are carried out three times.
In all cases, the motor shall start and it shall function in such a way that safety is not affected
and overload protective devices of the motor shall not operate.
10 Power input and current
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
10.1 Modification:
Instead of the first paragraph of the requirement, the following applies:
The power input of appliances without induction heating sources, at rated voltage and at
normal operating temperature, shall not deviate from the rated power input by more than the
deviation shown in Table 1.
The power input of appliances having only induction heating sources, at rated voltage and
at normal operating temperature, shall not deviate from the rated power input by more than
10 %.
The measurement is made before the controls are adjusted to the reduced setting.
For appliances incorporating induction heating sources and non-induction heating sources,
the following applies:
The power input of the induction heating sources and the non-induction heating sources is
measured separately, in each case using a combination of heating units that can be on at the
same time to give the highest power input. For the induction heating sour
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IEC 60335-2-49:2021 is a standard published by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). Its full title is "Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-49: Particular requirements for commercial electric appliances for keeping food and crockery warm". This standard covers: IEC 60335-2-49:2021 deals with the safety of electrically operated commercial appliances for keeping food and crockery warm, 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. Examples of appliances that are within the scope of this standard are: – hot cupboards, with or without heated tops; – heated tops; – heated display cases; – heated crockery dispensers; – heated tables; – radiant heaters. These appliances are not intended for household and similar purposes. They are used for commercial purposes, processing of food, also in areas open to the public, for example in kitchens of restaurants, canteens, hospitals and in commercial enterprises, such as bakeries and butcheries. The electrical part of appliances making use of other forms of energy is also within the scope of this standard. As far as is practicable, this standard deals with the common hazards presented by these types of appliances. Attention is drawn to the fact that: – for appliances intended to be used in vehicles or on board ships or aircraft, additional requirements can be necessary; – in many countries, additional requirements are specified by the national health authorities, the national authorities responsible for the protection of labour, the national water supply authorities and similar authorities; – in many countries, additional requirements are specified for pressure appliances. This standard does not apply to: – appliances designed exclusively for industrial purposes; – 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); – appliances for continuous mass production of food; – commercial electric bains-marie (IEC 60335-2-50); – battery-operated appliances; – warming plates and similar appliances for household use covered by IEC 60335-2-12 used in the following environments by laymen: staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments, farm houses, hotels, motels and other residential type environments, bed and breakfast type environments. This fifth edition cancels and replaces the fourth edition published in 2002, Amendment 1:2008 and Amendment 2:2017. This edition constitutes a technical revision. This edition includes the following significant technical changes with respect to the previous edition: a) the text has been aligned with IEC 60335-1:2020; b) introduction of requirements for appliances intended for use in areas open to the public, including external accessible surface temperatures (Clause 1, 7.12, 11.8, Table 102); c) exclusion of battery-operated appliances (Clause 1); d) clarification of applicable standard for appliances for use by laymen (Clause 1, 7.12); e) relocation of cleaning instructions from 7.12.1 to 7.12; f) relocation of 24.101 to 22.106; g) conciliation of the text of IEC 60335-2-49 with other standards under IEC/TC61/MT32; h) some notes have been converted to normative text, modified or deleted (Clause 1, 7.1, 7.15, 11.3, 11.7, 15.2, 19.2, 22.101, 23.3); i) additional requirements for measurement of input current; j) clarification of the testing procedure in 15.1.1; k) clarification of the test conditions in 20.1 and 23.3; l) clarifications of the requirements in 25.3. This Part 2 is to be used in conjunction with the latest edition of IEC 60335-1 and its amendments unless that edition precludes it; in that case, the latest edition that does not preclude it is used. It was established on the basis of the sixth edition (2020) of that standard.

IEC 60335-2-49:2021 deals with the safety of electrically operated commercial appliances for keeping food and crockery warm, 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. Examples of appliances that are within the scope of this standard are: – hot cupboards, with or without heated tops; – heated tops; – heated display cases; – heated crockery dispensers; – heated tables; – radiant heaters. These appliances are not intended for household and similar purposes. They are used for commercial purposes, processing of food, also in areas open to the public, for example in kitchens of restaurants, canteens, hospitals and in commercial enterprises, such as bakeries and butcheries. The electrical part of appliances making use of other forms of energy is also within the scope of this standard. As far as is practicable, this standard deals with the common hazards presented by these types of appliances. Attention is drawn to the fact that: – for appliances intended to be used in vehicles or on board ships or aircraft, additional requirements can be necessary; – in many countries, additional requirements are specified by the national health authorities, the national authorities responsible for the protection of labour, the national water supply authorities and similar authorities; – in many countries, additional requirements are specified for pressure appliances. This standard does not apply to: – appliances designed exclusively for industrial purposes; – 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); – appliances for continuous mass production of food; – commercial electric bains-marie (IEC 60335-2-50); – battery-operated appliances; – warming plates and similar appliances for household use covered by IEC 60335-2-12 used in the following environments by laymen: staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments, farm houses, hotels, motels and other residential type environments, bed and breakfast type environments. This fifth edition cancels and replaces the fourth edition published in 2002, Amendment 1:2008 and Amendment 2:2017. This edition constitutes a technical revision. This edition includes the following significant technical changes with respect to the previous edition: a) the text has been aligned with IEC 60335-1:2020; b) introduction of requirements for appliances intended for use in areas open to the public, including external accessible surface temperatures (Clause 1, 7.12, 11.8, Table 102); c) exclusion of battery-operated appliances (Clause 1); d) clarification of applicable standard for appliances for use by laymen (Clause 1, 7.12); e) relocation of cleaning instructions from 7.12.1 to 7.12; f) relocation of 24.101 to 22.106; g) conciliation of the text of IEC 60335-2-49 with other standards under IEC/TC61/MT32; h) some notes have been converted to normative text, modified or deleted (Clause 1, 7.1, 7.15, 11.3, 11.7, 15.2, 19.2, 22.101, 23.3); i) additional requirements for measurement of input current; j) clarification of the testing procedure in 15.1.1; k) clarification of the test conditions in 20.1 and 23.3; l) clarifications of the requirements in 25.3. This Part 2 is to be used in conjunction with the latest edition of IEC 60335-1 and its amendments unless that edition precludes it; in that case, the latest edition that does not preclude it is used. It was established on the basis of the sixth edition (2020) of that standard.

IEC 60335-2-49:2021 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 97.030 - Domestic electrical appliances in general. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.

IEC 60335-2-49:2021 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to IEC 60335-2-49:2021/AMD1:2025, IEC 60335-2-49:2002, IEC 60335-2-49:2002/AMD1:2008, IEC 60335-2-49:2002/AMD2:2017. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.

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