IEC 60335-2-54:2008

IEC 60335-2-54
Edition 4.0 2008-09
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
NORME
INTERNATIONALE
Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety –
Part 2-54: Particular requirements for surface-cleaning appliances for household
use employing liquids or steam

Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues – Sécurité –
Partie 2-54: Règles particulières pour les appareils de nettoyage des surfaces à
usage domestique, utilisant des liquides ou de la vapeur

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IEC 60335-2-54
Edition 4.0 2008-09
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
NORME
INTERNATIONALE
Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety –
Part 2-54: Particular requirements for surface-cleaning appliances for household
use employing liquids or steam

Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues – Sécurité –
Partie 2-54: Règles particulières pour les appareils de nettoyage des surfaces à
usage domestique, utilisant des liquides ou de la vapeur

INTERNATIONAL
ELECTROTECHNICAL
COMMISSION
COMMISSION
ELECTROTECHNIQUE
PRICE CODE
INTERNATIONALE
S
CODE PRIX
ICS 13.120; 97.180 ISBN 978-2-88910-159-7
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CONTENTS
FOREWORD.4
INTRODUCTION.7
1 Scope.8
2 Normative references .9
3 Definitions .9
4 General requirement.9
5 General conditions for the tests .9
6 Classification.10
7 Marking and instructions.10
8 Protection against access to live parts.11
9 Starting of motor-operated appliances .11
10 Power input and current .11
11 Heating .11
12 Void.12
13 Leakage current and electric strength at operating temperature.12
14 Transient overvoltages .12
15 Moisture resistance .12
16 Leakage current and electric strength.12
17 Overload protection of transformers and associated circuits .12
18 Endurance.12
19 Abnormal operation .12
20 Stability and mechanical hazards .13
21 Mechanical strength .13
22 Construction .15
23 Internal wiring.16
24 Components .16
25 Supply connection and external flexible cords .16
26 Terminals for external conductors.17
27 Provision for earthing .17
28 Screws and connections .17
29 Clearances, creepage distances and solid insulation .17
30 Resistance to heat and fire.17
31 Resistance to rusting.17
32 Radiation, toxicity and similar hazards.17
Annexes .
Bibliography.22

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Figure 101 – Apparatus for testing the abrasion resistance of current-carrying hoses .18
Figure 102 – Apparatus for testing the resistance to flexing of current-carrying hoses .19
Figure 103 – Configuration of the hose for the freezing treatment .20
Figure 104 – Flexing positions for the hose after removal from the freezing cabinet.20

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HOUSEHOLD AND SIMILAR ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES –
SAFETY –
Part 2-54: Particular requirements for surface-cleaning appliances
for household use employing liquids or steam

FOREWORD
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International Standard IEC 60335-2-54 has been prepared by IEC technical committee 61:
Safety of household and similar electrical appliances.
This fourth edition cancels and replaces the third edition published in 2002 and its
Amendment 1 (2004) and Amendment 2 (2007). It constitutes a technical revision.
The principal change in this edition as compared with the third edition of IEC 60335-2-54 is as
follows (minor changes are not listed):
The scope has been further restricted to cover appliances where the product of pressure (in
MPa) and container volume (in l) does not exceed 5.

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The text of this standard is based on the following documents:
FDIS Report on voting
61/3676/FDIS 61/3699/RVD
Full information on the voting for the approval of this standard can be found in the report on
voting indicated in the above table.
This part 2 is to be used in conjunction with the latest edition of IEC 60335-1 and its
amendments. It was established on the basis of the fourth edition (2001) of that standard.
NOTE 1 When “Part 1” is mentioned in this standard, it refers to IEC 60335-1.
This part 2 supplements or modifies the corresponding clauses in IEC 60335-1, so as to
convert that publication into the IEC standard: Safety requirements for electric surface-
cleaning appliances employing liquids or steam.
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.
A list of all parts of the IEC 60335 series, under the general title: Household and similar
electrical appliances – Safety, can be found on the IEC website.
The committee has decided that the contents of the base publication and its amendments will
remain unchanged until the maintenance result date indicated on the IEC web site under
"http://webstore.iec.ch" in the data related to the specific publication. At this date, the
publication will be
• reconfirmed,
• withdrawn,
• replaced by a revised edition, or
• amended.
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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: Hand-held cleaning appliances and parts held in the hand in normal use shall be class II or class III
(Netherlands).
– 22.103: The dimensions of the inlet aperture are different (USA).

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INTRODUCTION
It has been assumed in the drafting of this International Standard that the execution of its
provisions is entrusted to appropriately qualified and experienced persons.
This standard recognizes the internationally accepted level of protection against hazards such
as electrical, mechanical, thermal, fire and radiation of appliances when operated as in
normal use taking into account the manufacturer's instructions. It also covers abnormal
situations that can be expected in practice and takes into account the way in which
electromagnetic phenomena can affect the safe operation of appliances.
This standard takes into account the requirements of IEC 60364 as far as possible so that
there is compatibility with the wiring rules when the appliance is connected to the supply
mains. However, national wiring rules may differ.
If an appliance within the scope of this standard also incorporates functions that are covered
by another part 2 of IEC 60335, the relevant part 2 is applied to each function separately, as
far as is reasonable. If applicable, the influence of one function on the other is taken into
account.
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 and generic standards 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.
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HOUSEHOLD AND SIMILAR ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES –
SAFETY –
Part 2-54: Particular requirements for surface-cleaning appliances
for household use employing liquids or steam

1 Scope
This clause of Part 1 is replaced by the following.
This International Standard deals with the safety of electric cleaning appliances for household
use that are intended for cleaning surfaces such as windows, walls and empty swimming
pools by using liquid cleansing agents or steam, their rated voltage being not more than
250 V. It also covers wallpaper strippers.
NOTE 101 Appliances may incorporate heating elements or means for pressurising the liquid container.
As far as is practicable, this standard deals with the common hazards presented by
appliances that are encountered by all persons in and around the home. However, in general,
it does not take into account
– persons (including children) whose
• physical, sensory or mental capabilities; or
• lack of experience and knowledge
prevents them from using the appliance safely without supervision or instruction;
– children playing with the appliance.
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 be
necessary;
– in many countries additional requirements are specified by the national health authorities, the national
authorities responsible for the protection of labour, and similar authorities.
NOTE 103 This standard does not apply to
– floor treatment and wet scrubbing machines (IEC 60335-2-10);
– cleaning appliances that are permanently fixed to a building;
– cleaning appliances covered by IEC 60335-2-79, namely those having a
• pressure exceeding 2,5 MPa;
• pressurised volume over 5 l;
• product of pressure (in MPa) and container volume (in l) exceeding 5;
• liquid temperature exceeding 160 °C;
• rated power input exceeding 3 500 W;
– cleaning appliances intended for commercial or industrial use;
– 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);
– fabric steamers (IEC 60335-2-85).

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2 Normative references
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
Addition:
ISO 6344-2: Coated abrasives – Grain size analysis – Part 2: Determination of grain size
distribution of macrogrits P12 to P220
3 Definitions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
3.1.9 Replacement:
normal operation
operation of the appliance under the most unfavourable conditions specified in the
instructions
The cleaning head is pressed with a force of 30 N against a vertical pane of plain glass and
moved up and down over a length of 1 m at a rate of 15 cycles per minute. A film of water is
maintained on the pane of glass by continuously applying water having a temperature of
20° C ± 5 °C.
For steam cleaners and wallpaper strippers, a sheet of stainless steel is used instead of
glass, without additional wetting. However, if the steam outlet is not intended to be pressed
against the surface, the appliance is operated with the outlet in free air directed downwards at
an angle of approximately 45°.
3.101
pressurised appliance
appliance in which steam is produced in a boiler at a pressure exceeding 50 kPa and in which
the pressure does not drop to atmospheric pressure when the steam is not supplied
NOTE The boiler may be incorporated in the appliance or connected to the appliance by a hose.
4 General requirement
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
5 General conditions for the tests
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
5.2 Addition:
A new hose is used for each of the tests of 21.101 to 21.105.
5.101 Appliances incorporating heating elements are tested as heating appliances even if
they incorporate motors.
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6 Classification
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
6.1 Modification:
Appliances shall be class I, class II or class III.
6.2 Addition:
Class I and class II hand-held appliances dispensing liquids shall be at least IPX7. Other
appliances shall be at least IPX4. Class III appliances not exceeding 24 V can be IPX0.
7 Marking and instructions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
7.1 Modification:
Appliances shall be marked with their rated power input in watts.
Addition:
Appliances intended to be connected to the water mains shall be marked with their maximum
permissible water pressure, in megapascals.
Steam cleaners, wallpaper strippers and appliances dispensing liquids having a temperature
exceeding 50 °C shall be marked with symbol IEC 60417-5597 (2002-10) or with the following:
WARNING: Danger of scalding.
NOTE 101 This symbol is a warning sign and the rules of ISO 3864-1 apply.
Appliance outlets for accessories shall be marked with their maximum load, in watts.
NOTE 102 This marking may be on the appliance close to the appliance outlet.
The sum of the rated power input and the maximum load of the appliance outlet shall also be
marked on the appliance.
7.6 Addition:
[symbol IEC 60417-5597 (2002-10)] steam

7.12 Addition:
The instructions shall state that the liquid or steam must not be directed towards equipment
containing electrical components, such as the interior of ovens.
For pressurised appliances, the instructions shall state that the filling aperture must not be
opened during use. Instructions for the safe refilling of the water container shall be given.
The instructions shall state that the appliance has to be unplugged after use and before
carrying out user maintenance on the appliance.

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The instructions for appliances intended to clean swimming pools shall include the substance
of the following:
Do not use in swimming pools containing water.
If symbol IEC 60417-5597 (2002-10) is used, its meaning shall be explained.
8 Protection against access to live parts
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
9 Starting of motor-operated appliances
This clause of Part 1 is not applicable.
10 Power input and current
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
11 Heating
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
11.4 Addition:
If the temperature rise limits are exceeded in appliances incorporating motors, transformers or
electronic circuits, and the power input is lower than the rated power input, the test is
repeated with the appliance supplied at 1,06 times rated voltage.
11.7 Replacement:
Appliances are operated until steady conditions are established.
NOTE 101 Water is added as necessary to maintain the emission of liquid or steam.
Appliances generating steam are also operated without emission of steam.
Appliances incorporating an automatic cord reel are operated with one-third of the total length
of the cord unreeled for 30 min, after which the cord is completely unreeled.
11.8 Addition:
Temperature rises of accessible surfaces of hoses that supply steam to parts held in the
hand shall comply with the temperature rise limits for handles that are held for short periods
only in normal use. However, if a non-metallic hose is covered by textile material, the
temperature rise of the surface of the textile material shall not exceed 80 K.
The temperature rise limits of motors, transformers and components of electronic circuits,
including parts directly influenced by them, may be exceeded when the appliance is operated
at 1,15 times rated power input.
NOTE 101 The pressure in pressurised appliances is measured so that the test of 22.7 can be carried out.

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12 Void
13 Leakage current and electric strength at operating temperature
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
14 Transient overvoltages
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
15 Moisture resistance
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
15.1.1 Addition:
Parts of liquid-dispensing appliances that are held in the hand during normal use, and that
incorporate electrical components, are subjected to the test specified for IPX7 appliances,
unless they are of class III construction not exceeding 24 V.
15.2 Addition:
Liquid containers are filled with water containing approximately 1 % NaCl. If the container is in
a hand-held part, the part is placed in the most unfavourable position. Other parts having
containers are placed on a horizontal surface and overturned to the most unfavourable stable
position. After 5 min the part is returned to its normal position.
NOTE 101 This test is not carried out on parts classified as IPX7.
16 Leakage current and electric strength
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
16.3 Addition:
Current-carrying hoses, except for their electrical connections, are immersed for 1 h in water
containing approximately 1 % NaCl and having a temperature of 20 °C ± 5 °C. While the hose
is still immersed, a voltage of 2 000 V is applied for 5 min between each conductor and all the
other conductors connected together. A voltage of 3 000 V is then applied for 1 min between
all the conductors and the saline solution.
17 Overload protection of transformers and associated circuits
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
18 Endurance
This clause of Part 1 is not applicable.
19 Abnormal operation
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.

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19.2 Addition:
Appliances are not connected to the water mains and are operated with their containers empty.
19.4 Addition:
For steam cleaners and wallpaper strippers, any control that limits the pressure during the
test of Clause 11 is rendered inoperative.
20 Stability and mechanical hazards
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
20.2 Addition:
NOTE 101 The requirement regarding moving parts does not apply to brushes and similar devices.
20.101 Appliances shall be constructed so that either inadvertent operation is unlikely or
they shall be operated by a switch that automatically returns to the off-position when its
actuating member is released.
For appliances operated by a switch that automatically returns to the off-position when its
actuating member is released compliance is checked by inspection.
For other appliances, compliance is checked by applying a cylindrical rod, having a diameter
of 40 mm and a hemispherical end, to the switch.The appliance shall not operate.
21 Mechanical strength
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
21.1 Addition:
Compliance is also checked by holding
• hand-held appliances and hand-held parts of appliances incorporating electrical
components in the most unfavourable position at a height of 2 m and dropping them onto a
concrete floor;
• appliances carried on the operator’s body in the most unfavourable position at a height of
1 m and dropping them onto a concrete floor.
These tests are carried out three times.
21.101 Current-carrying hoses shall be resistant to crushing.
Compliance is checked by the following test.
The hose is placed between two parallel steel plates each having a length of 100 mm, a width
of 50 mm and the edges of the longer sides rounded with a radius of 1 mm. The axis of the
hose is positioned at right angles to the longer sides of the plates. The plates are placed at a
distance of approximately 350 mm from one end of the hose.
The steel plates are pressed together at a rate of 50 mm/min ± 5 mm/min until the applied
force is 1,5 kN. The force is then released and the electric strength test of 16.3 is carried out
between the conductors connected together and the saline solution.

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21.102 Current-carrying hoses shall be resistant to abrasion.
Compliance is checked by the following test.
One end of the hose is attached to the connecting rod of the crank mechanism shown in
Figure 101. The crank rotates at 30 r/min resulting in the end of the hose moving horizontally
backwards and forwards over a distance of 300 mm.
The hose is supported by a rotating smooth roller over which a belt of abrasive cloth moves at
a speed of 0,1 m/min. The abrasive is corundum grit, size P100 as specified in ISO 6344-2. A
mass of 1 kg is suspended from the other end of the hose, which is guided to avoid rotation.
In the lowest position, the mass has a maximum distance of 600 mm from the centre of the
roller.
The test is carried out for 100 revolutions of the crank.
After the test, basic insulation shall not be exposed and the electric strength test of 16.3 is
carried out between the conductors connected together and the saline solution.
21.103 Current-carrying hoses shall be resistant to flexing.
Compliance is checked by the following test.
The end of the hose intended to be connected to the motorized cleaning head is attached to
the pivoting arm of the test equipment shown in Figure 102. The distance between the pivot
axis of the arm and the point where the hose enters the rigid part is 300 mm ± 5 mm. The arm
can be raised from the horizontal position by an angle of 40° ± 1°. A mass of 5 kg is
suspended from the other end of the hose or from a convenient point along the hose so that
when the arm is in the horizontal position, the mass is supported and there is no tension on
the hose.
NOTE 1 It may be necessary to reposition the mass during the test.
The mass slides against an inclined plate so that the maximum deflection of the hose is 3°.
The arm is raised and lowered by means of a crank that rotates at a speed of 10 r/min ±
1 r/min.
The test is carried out for 1 250 revolutions of the crank after which the fixed end of the hose
is turned through 90° and the test continued for a further 1 250 revolutions. The test is
repeated in each of the other two 90° positions.
NOTE 2 If the hose ruptures before 5 000 revolutions of the crank, the flexing is terminated.
After the test, the hose shall withstand the electric strength test of 16.3.
21.104 Current-carrying hoses shall be resistant to torsion.
Compliance is checked by the following test.
One end of the hose is held in a horizontal position with the remainder of the hose freely
suspended. This end is rotated in cycles, each cycle consisting of five turns in one direction
and five turns in the opposite direction, at a rate of 10 r/min.
The test is carried out for 1 000 cycles.
After the test, the hose shall withstand the electric strength test of 16.3 and shall not be
damaged to such an extent that compliance with this standard is impaired.

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21.105 Current-carrying hoses shall be resistant to low temperatures.
Compliance is checked by the following test.
A 600 mm length of hose is bent as shown in Figure 103 and the ends are tied together over a
length of 25 mm. The hose is then placed for 2 h in a cabinet having a temperature of
−15 °C ± 2 °C. Immediately after the hose is removed from the cabinet it is flexed three times,
as shown in Figure 104, at a rate of one flexing per second.
The test is carried out three times.
There shall be no cracks or breaks in the hose and it shall withstand the electric strength test
of 16.3
NOTE Any discolouration is neglected.
22 Construction
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
22.6 Addition:
Drain holes shall be at least 5 mm in diameter or 20 mm in area with a width of at least
3 mm.
22.7 Replacement:
Pressurised appliances shall incorporate adequate safeguards against the risk of excessive
pressure.
If jets of steam or liquids are emitted through protective devices, the electrical insulation
shall not be affected or the user exposed to a hazard.
Compliance is checked by inspection and by the following tests.
The maximum pressure occurring during the test of Clause 11 is measured. All pressure-
regulating devices that operated during the test are rendered inoperative and the pressure
measured again. The pressure shall not exceed three times the pressure measured during the
test in Clause 11. Any pressure-limiting protective device is then rendered inoperative and
the pressure in the boiler is raised hydraulically to five times the pressure measured originally
or twice the pressure measured with the pressure-regulating device rendered inoperative,
whichever is higher. The pressure is maintained for a period of 60 s. There shall be no
leakage from the boiler.
Steam cleaners incorporating hoses and having a device regulating the steam supply are
operated as specified in Clause 11, but with all pressure-regulating devices operating during
the test of Clause 11 rendered inoperative. The steam outlet is sealed and the device
regulating the steam supply is opened. There shall be no leakage from the hose except at an
intentionally weak place within the enclosure of the boiler. If this occurs, the test is repeated
on another appliance that shall also leak in the same way.
The steam outlet of instantaneous steam cleaners is sealed and the pressure in the water
container is raised hydraulically until the pressure-limiting protective device operates. The
pressure shall not exceed three times the pressure measured during the test of Clause 11.
The outlet of the protective device is then sealed and the pressure is further raised to twice
the previous value. The pressure is maintained for a period of 60 s. There shall be no leakage
from the container.
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NOTE 101 An instantaneous steam cleaner is an appliance in which small quantities of water are pumped from
the water container, the steam being produced when the water contacts the heated surface of the steam chamber.
The water container and the steam chamber are at atmospheric pressure.
22.101 Rotating parts shall be secured against loosening.
Compliance is checked by inspection.
NOTE This requirement may be met by using a counter-rotating thread.
22.102 Pressurised appliances shall be constructed so that there is no spillage of water or
sudden jets of steam or hot water likely to expose the user to a hazard when the appliance is
used in accordance with the instructions. Steam emission shall stop when the switch actuator
is released.
When removing the filling cap of a boiler, the pressure shall be relieved in a controlled
manner before the cap is removed completely, in order to avoid the emission of jets of steam
or hot water in a manner likely to expose the user to a hazard.
Compliance is checked by inspection during the test of Clause 11 and by removing the filling
cap at the end of the test.
22.103 Pressure-limiting protective devices that operate during the tests of 19.4 and 22.7
shall have an inlet aperture at least 5 mm in diameter or 20 mm in area and a width of at
least 4 mm. The area of the aperture at the outlet shall not be less than that of the aperture at
the inlet.
NOTE The requirement is not applicable to instantaneous steam cleaners.
Compliance is checked by measurement.
22.104 For appliances having more than one boiler connected together, each boiler provided
with a heating element shall incorporate a pressure-limiting protective device.
Compliance is checked by the test of 22.7 after blocking the connection between the boilers.
23 Internal wiring
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
24 Components
This clause of Part 1 is applicable, except as follows.
24.101 Protective devices incorporated in appliances for compliance with 19.4 shall be not
self-resetting and shall only be accessible by using a tool.
Compliance is checked by inspection.
25 Supply connection and external flexible cords
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
25.5 Addition:
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Type X attachment is not allowed for appliances classified as IPX7.
25.23 Addition:
Conductors in a flexible hose shall have an insulation and sheath thickness at least equivalent
to that specified for a cord of (2 × 0,75) mm having a code designation 60227 IEC 53.
NOTE 101 The conductors may consist of copper-plated steel wires.
26 Terminals for external conductors
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
27 Provision for earthing
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
28 Screws and connections
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
29 Clearances, creepage distances and solid insulation
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
29.2 Addition:
The microenvironment is pollution degree 3 unless the insulation is enclosed or located so
that it is unlikely to be exposed to pollution during normal use of the appliance.
30 Resistance to heat and fire
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
30.2.3 Not applicable.
31 Resistance to rusting
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
32 Radiation, toxicity and similar hazards
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.

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Dimensions in millimetres
A
B
C
R 60
R 150
D
1 kg
IEC  887/02
Key
A crank mechanism
B connecting rod
C roller
D abrasive belt
Figure 101 – Apparatus for testing the abrasion resistance of current-carrying hoses

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Dimensions in millimetres
300 ± 5
40°
B
C
5 kg
A
5 kg
IEC  2827/02
Lower position of crank Raised position of crank

Key
A crank mechanism
B arm
C inclined plane
Figure 102 – Apparatus for testing the resistance to flexing of current-carrying hoses

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Dimensions in millimetres
IEC  665/99
Figure 103 – Configuration of the hose for the freezing treatment

Intermediate position
Position of the hose at start
and finish of each flexing
IEC  666/99
Figure 104 – Flexing positions for the hose after removal from the freezing cabinet

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Annexes
The annexes of Part 1 are applicable.

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Bibliography
The bibliography of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
Addition:
IEC 60335-2-10, Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety – Part 2-10: Particular
requirements for floor treatment machines and wet scrubbing machines
IEC 60335-2-79, Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety – Part 2-79: Particular
requirements for high pressure cleaners and steam cleaners
IEC 60335-2-85, Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety – Part 2-85: Particular
requirements for fabric steamers
ISO 3864-1, Graphical symbols – Safety colours and safety signs – Part 1:Design principles
for safety signs in workplaces and public areas
ISO 13732-1, Ergonomics of the thermal environment – Methods for the assessment of human
responses to contact with surfaces – Part 1:Hot surfaces

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CONTENTS
FOREWORD . 3

INTRODUCTION . 6

1 Scope . 7

2 Normative references . 8

3 Terms and definitions . 8

4 General requirement . 8

5 General conditions for the tests . 8
6 Classification . 9
7 Marking and instructions . 9
8 Protection against access to live parts . 10
9 Starting of motor-operated appliances . 10
10 Power input and current . 10
11 Heating . 10
12 Void. 11
13 Leakage current and electric strength at operating temperature . 11
14 Transient overvoltages . 11
15 Moisture resistance . 11
16 Leakage current and electric strength . 11
17 Overload protection of transformers and associated circuits . 11
18 Endurance . 11
19 Abnormal operation . 11
20 Stability and mechanical hazards . 12
21 Mechanical strength . 12
22 Construction . 14
23 Internal wiring . 15
24 Components . 15
25 Supply connection and external flexible cords . 15
26 Terminals for external conductors . 16
27 Provision for earthing . 16

28 Screws and connections . 16
29 Clearances, creepage distances and solid insulation . 16
30 Resistance to heat and fire . 16
31 Resistance to rusting . 16
32 Radiation, toxicity and similar hazards . 16
Annexes . 20
Bibliography . 21

Figure 101 – Apparatus for testing the abrasion resistance of current-carrying hoses . 17
Figure 102 – Apparatus for testing the resistance to flexing of current-carrying hoses . 18
Figure 103 – Configuration of the hose for the freezing treatment . 19
Figure 104 – Flexing positions for the hose after removal from the freezing cabinet . 19

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for household use employing liquids or steam

FOREWORD
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IEC 60335-2-54 edition 4.2 contains the fourth edition (2008-09) [documents 61/3676/
FDIS and 61/3699/RVD], its amendment 1 (2015-08) [documents 61/4867/CDV and
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International Standard IEC 60335-2-54 has been prepared by IEC technical committee 61:

Safety of household and similar electrical appliances.

The principal change in this edition as compared with the third edition of IEC 60335-2-54 is as

follows (minor changes are not listed):

The scope has been further restricted to cover appliances where the product of pressure (in

MPa) and container volume (in l) does not exceed 5.

This part 2 is to be used in conjunction with the latest edition of IEC 60335-1 and
its amendments. It was established on the basis of the fourth edition (2001) of that standard.
NOTE 1 When “Part 1” is mentioned in this standard, it refers to IEC 60335-1.
This part 2 supplements or modifies the corresponding clauses in IEC 60335-1, so as
to convert that publication into the IEC standard: Safety requirements for electric
surface-cleaning appliances employing liquids or steam.
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.
A list of all parts of the IEC 60335 series, under the general title: Household and similar
electrical appliances – Safety, can be found on the IEC website.

The committee has decided that the contents of the base publication and its amendments will
remain unchanged until the stability date indicated on the IEC web site under
"http://webstore.iec.ch" in the data related to the specific publication. At this date, the
publication will be
• reconfirmed,
• withdrawn,
• replaced by a revised edition, or
• amended.
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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: Hand-held cleaning appliances and parts held in the hand in normal use shall be class II or class III
(Netherlands).
– 22.103: The dimensions of the inlet aperture are different (USA).

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INTRODUCTION
It has been assumed in the drafting of this International Standard that the execution of its

provisions is entrusted to appropriately qualified and experienced persons.

This standard recognizes the internationally accepted level of protection against hazards such

as electrical, mechanical, thermal, fire and radiation of appliances when operated as in

normal use taking into account the manufacturer's instructions. It also covers abnormal

situations that can be expected in practice and takes into account the way in which

electromagnetic phenomena can affect the safe operation of appliances.

This standard takes into account the requirements of IEC 60364 as far as possible so that
there is compatibility with the wiring rules when the appliance is connected to the supply
mains. However, national wiring rules may differ.
If an appliance within the scope of this standard also incorporates functions that are covered
by another part 2 of IEC 60335, the relevant part 2 is applied to each function separately, as
far as is reasonable. If applicable, the influence of one function on the other is taken into
account.
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 and generic standards 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.
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for household use employing liquids or steam

1 Scope
This clause of Part 1 is replaced by the following.
This International Standard deals with the safety of electric cleaning appliances for household
use that are intended for cleaning surfaces such as windows, walls and empty swimming
pools by using liquid cleansing agents or steam, their rated voltage being not more than
250 V. It also covers wallpaper strippers.
NOTE 101 Appliances may incorporate heating elements or means for pressurising the liquid container.
As far as is practicable, this standard deals with the common hazards presented by
appliances that are encountered by all persons in and around the home. However, in general,
it does not take into account
– persons (including children) whose
• physical, sensory or mental capabilities; or
• lack of experience and knowledge
prevents them from using the appliance safely without supervision or instruction;
– children playing with the appliance.
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 be
necessary;
– in many countries additional requirements are specified by the national health authorities, the national
authorities responsible for the protection of labour, and similar authorities.
NOTE 103 This standard does not apply to
– floor treatment and wet scrubbing machines (IEC 60335-2-10);
– cleaning appliances that are permanently fixed to a building;
– cleaning appliances covered by IEC 60335-2-79, namely those having a

• pressure exceeding 2,5 MPa;
• pressurised volume over 5 l;
• product of pressure (in MPa) and container volume (in l) exceeding 5;
• liquid temperature exceeding 160 °C;
• rated power input exceeding 3 500 W;
– cleaning appliances intended for commercial or industrial use;
– 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);
– fabric steamers (IEC 60335-2-85).

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2 Normative references
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.

Addition:
ISO 6344-2: Coated abrasives – Grain size analysis – Part 2: Determination of grain size

distribution of macrogrits P12 to P220

3 Terms and definitions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
3.1.9 Replacement:
normal operation
operation of the appliance under the most unfavourable conditions specified in the
instructions
The cleaning head is pressed with a force of 30 N against a vertical pane of plain glass and
moved up and down over a length of 1 m at a rate of 15 cycles per minute. A film of water is
maintained on the pane of glass by continuously applying water having a temperature of
20° C ± 5 °C.
For steam cleaners and wallpaper strippers, a sheet of stainless steel is used instead of
glass, without additional wetting. However, if the steam outlet is not intended to be pressed
against the surface, the appliance is operated with the outlet in free air directed downwards at
an angle of approximately 45°.
For steam cleaners intended to clean horizontal surfaces, the sheet of stainless steel is
horizontal and the appliance is moved forward and backward over a length of 1 m at a rate of
15 cycles per minute instead of up and down. No additional force other than the weight of the
appliance is applied.
3.101
pressurised appliance
appliance in which steam is produced in a boiler at a pressure exceeding 50 kPa and in which
the pressure does not drop to atmospheric pressure when the steam is not supplied
NOTE The boiler may be incorporated in the appliance or connected to the appliance by a hose.

4 General requirement
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
5 General conditions for the tests
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
5.2 Addition:
A new hose is used for each of the tests of 21.101 to 21.105.
5.101 Appliances incorporating heating elements are tested as heating appliances even if
they incorporate motors.
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6 Classification
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.

6.1 Modification:
Appliances shall be class I, class II or class III.

6.2 Addition:
Class I and class II hand-held appliances dispensing liquids shall be at least IPX7. Other
appliances shall be at least IPX4. Class III appliances not exceeding 24 V can be IPX0.
7 Marking and instructions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
7.1 Modification:
Appliances shall be marked with their rated power input in watts.
Addition:
Appliances intended to be connected to the water mains shall be marked with their maximum
permissible water pressure, in megapascals.
Steam cleaners, wallpaper strippers and appliances dispensing liquids having a temperature
exceeding 50 °C shall be marked with symbol IEC 60417-5597 (2002-10) or with the following:
WARNING: Danger of scalding.
NOTE 101 This symbol is a warning sign and the rules of ISO 3864-1 apply.
Appliance outlets for accessories shall be marked with their maximum load, in watts.
NOTE 102 This marking may be on the appliance close to the appliance outlet.
The sum of the rated power input and the maximum load of the appliance outlet shall also be
marked on the appliance.
7.6 Addition:
[symbol IEC 60417-5597 (2002-10)] steam
7.12 Addition:
The instructions shall state that the liquid or steam must not be directed towards equipment
containing electrical components, such as the interior of ovens.
For pressurised appliances, the instructions shall state that the filling aperture must not be
opened during use. Instructions for the safe refilling of the water container shall be given.
The instructions shall state that the appliance has to be unplugged after use and before
carrying out user maintenance on the appliance.

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The instructions for appliances intended to clean swimming pools shall include the substance

of the following:
Do not use in swimming pools containing water.

If symbol IEC 60417-5597 (2002-10) is used, its meaning shall be explained.

8 Protection against access to live parts

This clause of Part 1 is applicable.

9 Starting of motor-operated appliances
This clause of Part 1 is not applicable.
10 Power input and current
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
11 Heating
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
11.4 Addition:
If the temperature rise limits are exceeded in appliances incorporating motors, transformers or
electronic circuits, and the power input is lower than the rated power input, the test is
repeated with the appliance supplied at 1,06 times rated voltage.
11.7 Replacement:
Appliances are operated until steady conditions are established.
NOTE 101 Water is added as necessary to maintain the emission of liquid or steam.
Appliances generating steam are also operated without emission of steam.
Appliances incorporating an automatic cord reel are operated with one-third of the total length
of the cord unreeled for 30 min, after which the cord is completely unreeled.

11.8 Addition:
Temperature rises of accessible surfaces of hoses that supply steam to parts held in the
hand shall comply with the temperature rise limits for handles that are held for short periods
only in normal use. However, if a non-metallic hose is covered by textile material, the
temperature rise of the surface of the textile material shall not exceed 80 K.
The temperature rise limits of motors, transformers and components of electronic circuits,
including parts directly influenced by them, may be exceeded when the appliance is operated
at 1,15 times rated power input.
NOTE 101 The pressure in pressurised appliances is measured so that the test of 22.7 can be carried out.

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12 Void
13 Leakage current and electric strength at operating temperature

This clause of Part 1 is applicable.

14 Transient overvoltages
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.

15 Moisture resistance
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
15.1.1 Addition:
Parts of liquid-dispensing appliances that are held in the hand during normal use, and that
incorporate electrical components, are subjected to the test specified for IPX7 appliances,
unless they are of class III construction not exceeding 24 V.
15.2 Addition:
Liquid containers are filled with water containing approximately 1 % NaCl. If the container is in
a hand-held part, the part is placed in the most unfavourable position. Other parts having
containers are placed on a horizontal surface and overturned to the most unfavourable stable
position. After 5 min the part is returned to its normal position.
NOTE 101 This test is not carried out on parts classified as IPX7.
16 Leakage current and electric strength
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
16.3 Addition:
Current-carrying hoses, except for their electrical connections, are immersed for 1 h in water
containing approximately 1 % NaCl and having a temperature of 20 °C ± 5 °C. While the hose
is still immersed, a voltage of 2 000 V is applied for 5 min between each conductor and all the
other conductors connected together. A voltage of 3 000 V is then applied for 1 min between
all the conductors and the saline solution.
17 Overload protection of transformers and associated circuits
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
18 Endurance
This clause of Part 1 is not applicable.
19 Abnormal operation
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.

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19.2 Addition:
Appliances are not connected to the water mains and are operated with their containers empty.

19.4 Addition:
For steam cleaners and wallpaper strippers, any control that limits the pressure during the

test of Clause 11 is rendered inoperative.

20 Stability and mechanical hazards

This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
20.2 Addition:
NOTE 101 The requirement regarding moving parts does not apply to brushes and similar devices.
20.101 Appliances shall be operated by a switch constructed so that either inadvertent
operation is unlikely or they shall be operated by a switch that automatically returns to the off-
position when its actuating member is released.
For appliances operated by a switch that automatically returns to the off-position when its
actuating member is released compliance is checked by inspection.
For other appliances, compliance is checked by applying a cylindrical rod, having a diameter
of 40 mm and a hemispherical end, to the switch.The appliance shall not operate.
21 Mechanical strength
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
21.1 Addition:
Compliance is also checked by holding
• hand-held appliances and hand-held parts of appliances incorporating electrical
components in the most unfavourable position at a height of 2 m and dropping them onto a
concrete floor;
• appliances carried on the operator’s body in the most unfavourable position at a height of
1 m and dropping them onto a concrete floor.
These tests are carried out three times.
21.101 Current-carrying hoses shall be resistant to crushing.
Compliance is checked by the following test.
The hose is placed between two parallel steel plates each having a length of 100 mm, a width
of 50 mm and the edges of the longer sides rounded with a radius of 1 mm. The axis of the
hose is positioned at right angles to the longer sides of the plates. The plates are placed at a
distance of approximately 350 mm from one end of the hose.
The steel plates are pressed together at a rate of 50 mm/min ± 5 mm/min until the applied
force is 1,5 kN. The force is then released and the electric strength test of 16.3 is carried out
between the conductors connected together and the saline solution.

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21.102 Current-carrying hoses shall be resistant to abrasion.

Compliance is checked by the following test.

One end of the hose is attached to the connecting rod of the crank mechanism shown in

Figure 101. The crank rotates at 30 r/min resulting in the end of the hose moving horizontally

backwards and forwards over a distance of 300 mm.

The hose is supported by a rotating smooth roller over which a belt of abrasive cloth moves at

a speed of 0,1 m/min. The abrasive is corundum grit, size P100 as specified in ISO 6344-2. A

mass of 1 kg is suspended from the other end of the hose, which is guided to avoid rotation.

In the lowest position, the mass has a maximum distance of 600 mm from the centre of the
roller.
The test is carried out for 100 revolutions of the crank.
After the test, basic insulation shall not be exposed and the electric strength test of 16.3 is
carried out between the conductors connected together and the saline solution.
21.103 Current-carrying hoses shall be resistant to flexing.
Compliance is checked by the following test.
The end of the hose intended to be connected to the motorized cleaning head is attached to
the pivoting arm of the test equipment shown in Figure 102. The distance between the pivot
axis of the arm and the point where the hose enters the rigid part is 300 mm ± 5 mm. The arm
± 1°. A mass of 5 kg is
can be raised from the horizontal position by an angle of 40°
suspended from the other end of the hose or from a convenient point along the hose so that
when the arm is in the horizontal position, the mass is supported and there is no tension on
the hose.
NOTE 1 It may be necessary to reposition the mass during the test.
The mass slides against an inclined plate so that the maximum deflection of the hose is 3°.
The arm is raised and lowered by means of a crank that rotates at a speed of 10 r/min ±
1 r/min.
The test is carried out for 1 250 revolutions of the crank after which the fixed end of the hose
is turned through 90° and the test continued for a further 1 250 revolutions. The test is
repeated in each of the other two 90° positions.

NOTE 2 If the hose ruptures before 5 000 revolutions of the crank, the flexing is terminated.
After the test, the hose shall withstand the electric strength test of 16.3.
21.104 Current-carrying hoses shall be resistant to torsion.
Compliance is checked by the following test.
One end of the hose is held in a horizontal position with the remainder of the hose freely
suspended. This end is rotated in cycles, each cycle consisting of five turns in one direction
and five turns in the opposite direction, at a rate of 10 r/min.
The test is carried out for 1 000 cycles.
After the test, the hose shall withstand the electric strength test of 16.3 and shall not be
damaged to such an extent that compliance with this standard is impaired.

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21.105 Current-carrying hoses shall be resistant to low temperatures.

Compliance is checked by the following test.

A 600 mm length of hose is bent as shown in Figure 103 and the ends are tied together over a

length of 25 mm. The hose is then placed for 2 h in a cabinet having a temperature of

−15 °C ± 2 °C. Immediately after the hose is removed from the cabinet it is flexed three times,

as shown in Figure 104, at a rate of one flexing per second.

The test is carried out three times.

There shall be no cracks or breaks in the hose and it shall withstand the electric strength test
of 16.3
NOTE Any discolouration is neglected.
22 Construction
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
22.6 Addition:
Drain holes shall be at least 5 mm in diameter or 20 mm in area with a width of at least
3 mm.
22.7 Replacement:
Pressurised appliances and instantaneous steam cleaners shall incorporate adequate
safeguards against the risk of excessive pressure.
If jets of steam or liquids are emitted through protective devices, the electrical insulation
shall not be affected or the user exposed to a hazard.
Compliance is checked by inspection and by the following tests.
The maximum pressure occurring during the test of Clause 11 is measured. All pressure-
regulating devices that operated during the test are rendered inoperative and the pressure
measured again. The pressure shall not exceed three times the pressure measured during the
test in Clause 11. Any pressure-limiting protective device is then rendered inoperative and
the pressure in the boiler is raised hydraulically to five times the pressure measured originally

or twice the pressure measured with the pressure-regulating device rendered inoperative,
whichever is higher. The pressure is maintained for a period of 60 s. There shall be no
leakage from the boiler.
Steam cleaners incorporating hoses and having a device regulating the steam supply are
operated as specified in Clause 11, but with all pressure-regulating devices operating during
the test of Clause 11 rendered inoperative. The steam outlet is sealed and the device
regulating the steam supply is opened. There shall be no leakage from the hose except at an
intentionally weak place within the enclosure of the boiler. If this occurs, the test is repeated
on another appliance that shall also leak in the same way.
The steam outlet of instantaneous steam cleaners is sealed and the pressure in the water
container is raised hydraulically until the pressure-limiting protective device operates. The
pressure shall not exceed three times the pressure measured during the test of Clause 11.
The outlet of the protective device is then sealed and the pressure is further raised to twice
the previous value. The pressure is maintained for a period of 60 s. There shall be no leakage
from the container.
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NOTE 101 An instantaneous steam cleaner is an appliance in which small quantities of water are pumped from

the water container, the steam being produced when the water contacts the heated surface of the steam chamber.
The water container and the steam chamber are at atmospheric pressure.

22.101 Rotating parts shall be secured against loosening.

Compliance is checked by inspection.

NOTE This requirement may be met by using a counter-rotating thread.

22.102 Pressurised appliances shall be constructed so that there is no spillage of water or

sudden jets of steam or hot water likely to expose the user to a hazard when the appliance is

used in accordance with the instructions. Except for steam cleaners intended exclusively for
floor cleaning, steam emission shall stop when the switch actuator is released.
When removing the filling cap of a boiler, the pressure shall be relieved in a controlled
manner before the cap is removed completely, in order to avoid the emission of jets of steam
or hot water in a manner likely to expose the user to a hazard.
Compliance is checked by test, inspection during the test of Clause 11 and by removing the
filling cap at the end of the test.
22.103 Pressure-limiting protective devices that operate during the tests of 19.4 and 22.7
shall have an inlet aperture at least 5 mm in diameter or 20 mm in area and a width of at
least 4 mm. The area of the aperture at the outlet shall not be less than that of the aperture at
the inlet.
NOTE The requirement is not applicable to instantaneous steam cleaners.
Compliance is checked by measurement.
22.104 For appliances having more than one boiler connected together, each boiler provided
with a heating element shall incorporate a pressure-limiting protective device.
Compliance is checked by the test of 22.7 after blocking the connection between the boilers.
23 Internal wiring
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.

24 Components
This clause of Part 1 is applicable, except as follows.
24.101 Protective devices incorporated in appliances for compliance with 19.4 shall be not
self-resetting and shall only be accessible by using a tool.
Compliance is checked by inspection.
25 Supply connection and external flexible cords
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
25.5 Addition:
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Type X attachment is not allowed for appliances classified as IPX7.

25.23 Addition:
Conductors in a flexible hose shall have an insulation and sheath thickness at least equivalent

to that specified for a c
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CONTENTS
FOREWORD . 3

INTRODUCTION . 6

1 Scope . 7

2 Normative references . 8

3 Terms and definitions . 8

4 General requirement . 8

5 General conditions for the tests . 8
6 Classification . 9
7 Marking and instructions . 9
8 Protection against access to live parts . 10
9 Starting of motor-operated appliances . 10
10 Power input and current . 10
11 Heating . 10
12 Void. 11
13 Leakage current and electric strength at operating temperature . 11
14 Transient overvoltages . 11
15 Moisture resistance . 11
16 Leakage current and electric strength . 11
17 Overload protection of transformers and associated circuits . 11
18 Endurance . 11
19 Abnormal operation . 11
20 Stability and mechanical hazards . 12
21 Mechanical strength . 12
22 Construction . 14
23 Internal wiring . 15
24 Components . 15
25 Supply connection and external flexible cords . 15
26 Terminals for external conductors . 16
27 Provision for earthing . 16

28 Screws and connections . 16
29 Clearances, creepage distances and solid insulation . 16
30 Resistance to heat and fire . 16
31 Resistance to rusting . 16
32 Radiation, toxicity and similar hazards . 16
Annexes . 20
Bibliography . 21

Figure 101 – Apparatus for testing the abrasion resistance of current-carrying hoses . 17
Figure 102 – Apparatus for testing the resistance to flexing of current-carrying hoses . 18
Figure 103 – Configuration of the hose for the freezing treatment . 19
Figure 104 – Flexing positions for the hose after removal from the freezing cabinet . 19

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FOREWORD
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IEC 60335-2-54 edition 4.1 contains the fourth edition (2008-09) [documents 61/3676/FDIS and
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International Standard IEC 60335-2-54 has been prepared by IEC technical committee 61:

Safety of household and similar electrical appliances.

The principal change in this edition as compared with the third edition of IEC 60335-2-54 is as

follows (minor changes are not listed):

The scope has been further restricted to cover appliances where the product of pressure (in

MPa) and container volume (in l) does not exceed 5.

This part 2 is to be used in conjunction with the latest edition of IEC 60335-1 and its

amendments. It was established on the basis of the fourth edition (2001) of that standard.

NOTE 1 When “Part 1” is mentioned in this standard, it refers to IEC 60335-1.
This part 2 supplements or modifies the corresponding clauses in IEC 60335-1, so as to
convert that publication into the IEC standard: Safety requirements for electric surface-
cleaning appliances employing liquids or steam.
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.
A list of all parts of the IEC 60335 series, under the general title: Household and similar
electrical appliances – Safety, can be found on the IEC website.
The committee has decided that the contents of the base publication and its amendment will
remain unchanged until the stability date indicated on the IEC web site under
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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: Hand-held cleaning appliances and parts held in the hand in normal use shall be class II or class III

(Netherlands).
– 22.103: The dimensions of the inlet aperture are different (USA).

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INTRODUCTION
It has been assumed in the drafting of this International Standard that the execution of its

provisions is entrusted to appropriately qualified and experienced persons.

This standard recognizes the internationally accepted level of protection against hazards such

as electrical, mechanical, thermal, fire and radiation of appliances when operated as in

normal use taking into account the manufacturer's instructions. It also covers abnormal

situations that can be expected in practice and takes into account the way in which

electromagnetic phenomena can affect the safe operation of appliances.

This standard takes into account the requirements of IEC 60364 as far as possible so that
there is compatibility with the wiring rules when the appliance is connected to the supply
mains. However, national wiring rules may differ.
If an appliance within the scope of this standard also incorporates functions that are covered
by another part 2 of IEC 60335, the relevant part 2 is applied to each function separately, as
far as is reasonable. If applicable, the influence of one function on the other is taken into
account.
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 and generic standards 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.
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1 Scope
This clause of Part 1 is replaced by the following.
This International Standard deals with the safety of electric cleaning appliances for household
use that are intended for cleaning surfaces such as windows, walls and empty swimming
pools by using liquid cleansing agents or steam, their rated voltage being not more than
250 V. It also covers wallpaper strippers.
NOTE 101 Appliances may incorporate heating elements or means for pressurising the liquid container.
As far as is practicable, this standard deals with the common hazards presented by
appliances that are encountered by all persons in and around the home. However, in general,
it does not take into account
– persons (including children) whose
• physical, sensory or mental capabilities; or
• lack of experience and knowledge
prevents them from using the appliance safely without supervision or instruction;
– children playing with the appliance.
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 be
necessary;
– in many countries additional requirements are specified by the national health authorities, the national
authorities responsible for the protection of labour, and similar authorities.
NOTE 103 This standard does not apply to
– floor treatment and wet scrubbing machines (IEC 60335-2-10);
– cleaning appliances that are permanently fixed to a building;
– cleaning appliances covered by IEC 60335-2-79, namely those having a

• pressure exceeding 2,5 MPa;
• pressurised volume over 5 l;
• product of pressure (in MPa) and container volume (in l) exceeding 5;
• liquid temperature exceeding 160 °C;
• rated power input exceeding 3 500 W;
– cleaning appliances intended for commercial or industrial use;
– 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);
– fabric steamers (IEC 60335-2-85).

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2 Normative references
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.

Addition:
ISO 6344-2: Coated abrasives – Grain size analysis – Part 2: Determination of grain size

distribution of macrogrits P12 to P220

3 Terms and definitions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
3.1.9 Replacement:
normal operation
operation of the appliance under the most unfavourable conditions specified in the
instructions
The cleaning head is pressed with a force of 30 N against a vertical pane of plain glass and
moved up and down over a length of 1 m at a rate of 15 cycles per minute. A film of water is
maintained on the pane of glass by continuously applying water having a temperature of
20° C ± 5 °C.
For steam cleaners and wallpaper strippers, a sheet of stainless steel is used instead of
glass, without additional wetting. However, if the steam outlet is not intended to be pressed
against the surface, the appliance is operated with the outlet in free air directed downwards at
an angle of approximately 45°.
For steam cleaners intended to clean horizontal surfaces, the sheet of stainless steel is
horizontal and the appliance is moved forward and backward over a length of 1 m at a rate of
15 cycles per minute instead of up and down. No additional force other than the weight of the
appliance is applied.
3.101
pressurised appliance
appliance in which steam is produced in a boiler at a pressure exceeding 50 kPa and in which
the pressure does not drop to atmospheric pressure when the steam is not supplied
NOTE The boiler may be incorporated in the appliance or connected to the appliance by a hose.

4 General requirement
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
5 General conditions for the tests
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
5.2 Addition:
A new hose is used for each of the tests of 21.101 to 21.105.
5.101 Appliances incorporating heating elements are tested as heating appliances even if
they incorporate motors.
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6 Classification
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.

6.1 Modification:
Appliances shall be class I, class II or class III.

6.2 Addition:
Class I and class II hand-held appliances dispensing liquids shall be at least IPX7. Other
appliances shall be at least IPX4. Class III appliances not exceeding 24 V can be IPX0.
7 Marking and instructions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
7.1 Modification:
Appliances shall be marked with their rated power input in watts.
Addition:
Appliances intended to be connected to the water mains shall be marked with their maximum
permissible water pressure, in megapascals.
Steam cleaners, wallpaper strippers and appliances dispensing liquids having a temperature
exceeding 50 °C shall be marked with symbol IEC 60417-5597 (2002-10) or with the following:
WARNING: Danger of scalding.
NOTE 101 This symbol is a warning sign and the rules of ISO 3864-1 apply.
Appliance outlets for accessories shall be marked with their maximum load, in watts.
NOTE 102 This marking may be on the appliance close to the appliance outlet.
The sum of the rated power input and the maximum load of the appliance outlet shall also be
marked on the appliance.
7.6 Addition:
[symbol IEC 60417-5597 (2002-10)] steam
7.12 Addition:
The instructions shall state that the liquid or steam must not be directed towards equipment
containing electrical components, such as the interior of ovens.
For pressurised appliances, the instructions shall state that the filling aperture must not be
opened during use. Instructions for the safe refilling of the water container shall be given.
The instructions shall state that the appliance has to be unplugged after use and before
carrying out user maintenance on the appliance.

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The instructions for appliances intended to clean swimming pools shall include the substance

of the following:
Do not use in swimming pools containing water.

If symbol IEC 60417-5597 (2002-10) is used, its meaning shall be explained.

8 Protection against access to live parts

This clause of Part 1 is applicable.

9 Starting of motor-operated appliances
This clause of Part 1 is not applicable.
10 Power input and current
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
11 Heating
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
11.4 Addition:
If the temperature rise limits are exceeded in appliances incorporating motors, transformers or
electronic circuits, and the power input is lower than the rated power input, the test is
repeated with the appliance supplied at 1,06 times rated voltage.
11.7 Replacement:
Appliances are operated until steady conditions are established.
NOTE 101 Water is added as necessary to maintain the emission of liquid or steam.
Appliances generating steam are also operated without emission of steam.
Appliances incorporating an automatic cord reel are operated with one-third of the total length
of the cord unreeled for 30 min, after which the cord is completely unreeled.

11.8 Addition:
Temperature rises of accessible surfaces of hoses that supply steam to parts held in the
hand shall comply with the temperature rise limits for handles that are held for short periods
only in normal use. However, if a non-metallic hose is covered by textile material, the
temperature rise of the surface of the textile material shall not exceed 80 K.
The temperature rise limits of motors, transformers and components of electronic circuits,
including parts directly influenced by them, may be exceeded when the appliance is operated
at 1,15 times rated power input.
NOTE 101 The pressure in pressurised appliances is measured so that the test of 22.7 can be carried out.

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12 Void
13 Leakage current and electric strength at operating temperature

This clause of Part 1 is applicable.

14 Transient overvoltages
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.

15 Moisture resistance
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
15.1.1 Addition:
Parts of liquid-dispensing appliances that are held in the hand during normal use, and that
incorporate electrical components, are subjected to the test specified for IPX7 appliances,
unless they are of class III construction not exceeding 24 V.
15.2 Addition:
Liquid containers are filled with water containing approximately 1 % NaCl. If the container is in
a hand-held part, the part is placed in the most unfavourable position. Other parts having
containers are placed on a horizontal surface and overturned to the most unfavourable stable
position. After 5 min the part is returned to its normal position.
NOTE 101 This test is not carried out on parts classified as IPX7.
16 Leakage current and electric strength
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
16.3 Addition:
Current-carrying hoses, except for their electrical connections, are immersed for 1 h in water
containing approximately 1 % NaCl and having a temperature of 20 °C ± 5 °C. While the hose
is still immersed, a voltage of 2 000 V is applied for 5 min between each conductor and all the
other conductors connected together. A voltage of 3 000 V is then applied for 1 min between
all the conductors and the saline solution.
17 Overload protection of transformers and associated circuits
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
18 Endurance
This clause of Part 1 is not applicable.
19 Abnormal operation
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.

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19.2 Addition:
Appliances are not connected to the water mains and are operated with their containers empty.

19.4 Addition:
For steam cleaners and wallpaper strippers, any control that limits the pressure during the
test of Clause 11 is rendered inoperative.

20 Stability and mechanical hazards

This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
20.2 Addition:
NOTE 101 The requirement regarding moving parts does not apply to brushes and similar devices.
20.101 Appliances shall be constructed so that either inadvertent operation is unlikely or
they shall be operated by a switch that automatically returns to the off-position when its
actuating member is released.
For appliances operated by a switch that automatically returns to the off-position when its
actuating member is released compliance is checked by inspection.
For other appliances, compliance is checked by applying a cylindrical rod, having a diameter
of 40 mm and a hemispherical end, to the switch.The appliance shall not operate.
21 Mechanical strength
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
21.1 Addition:
Compliance is also checked by holding
• hand-held appliances and hand-held parts of appliances incorporating electrical
components in the most unfavourable position at a height of 2 m and dropping them onto a
concrete floor;
• appliances carried on the operator’s body in the most unfavourable position at a height of
1 m and dropping them onto a concrete floor.
These tests are carried out three times.
21.101 Current-carrying hoses shall be resistant to crushing.
Compliance is checked by the following test.
The hose is placed between two parallel steel plates each having a length of 100 mm, a width
of 50 mm and the edges of the longer sides rounded with a radius of 1 mm. The axis of the
hose is positioned at right angles to the longer sides of the plates. The plates are placed at a
distance of approximately 350 mm from one end of the hose.
The steel plates are pressed together at a rate of 50 mm/min ± 5 mm/min until the applied
force is 1,5 kN. The force is then released and the electric strength test of 16.3 is carried out
between the conductors connected together and the saline solution.

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21.102 Current-carrying hoses shall be resistant to abrasion.

Compliance is checked by the following test.

One end of the hose is attached to the connecting rod of the crank mechanism shown in

Figure 101. The crank rotates at 30 r/min resulting in the end of the hose moving horizontally

backwards and forwards over a distance of 300 mm.

The hose is supported by a rotating smooth roller over which a belt of abrasive cloth moves at

a speed of 0,1 m/min. The abrasive is corundum grit, size P100 as specified in ISO 6344-2. A

mass of 1 kg is suspended from the other end of the hose, which is guided to avoid rotation.

In the lowest position, the mass has a maximum distance of 600 mm from the centre of the
roller.
The test is carried out for 100 revolutions of the crank.
After the test, basic insulation shall not be exposed and the electric strength test of 16.3 is
carried out between the conductors connected together and the saline solution.
21.103 Current-carrying hoses shall be resistant to flexing.
Compliance is checked by the following test.
The end of the hose intended to be connected to the motorized cleaning head is attached to
the pivoting arm of the test equipment shown in Figure 102. The distance between the pivot
axis of the arm and the point where the hose enters the rigid part is 300 mm ± 5 mm. The arm
± 1°. A mass of 5 kg is
can be raised from the horizontal position by an angle of 40°
suspended from the other end of the hose or from a convenient point along the hose so that
when the arm is in the horizontal position, the mass is supported and there is no tension on
the hose.
NOTE 1 It may be necessary to reposition the mass during the test.
The mass slides against an inclined plate so that the maximum deflection of the hose is 3°.
The arm is raised and lowered by means of a crank that rotates at a speed of 10 r/min ±
1 r/min.
The test is carried out for 1 250 revolutions of the crank after which the fixed end of the hose
is turned through 90° and the test continued for a further 1 250 revolutions. The test is
repeated in each of the other two 90° positions.

NOTE 2 If the hose ruptures before 5 000 revolutions of the crank, the flexing is terminated.
After the test, the hose shall withstand the electric strength test of 16.3.
21.104 Current-carrying hoses shall be resistant to torsion.
Compliance is checked by the following test.
One end of the hose is held in a horizontal position with the remainder of the hose freely
suspended. This end is rotated in cycles, each cycle consisting of five turns in one direction
and five turns in the opposite direction, at a rate of 10 r/min.
The test is carried out for 1 000 cycles.
After the test, the hose shall withstand the electric strength test of 16.3 and shall not be
damaged to such an extent that compliance with this standard is impaired.

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21.105 Current-carrying hoses shall be resistant to low temperatures.

Compliance is checked by the following test.

A 600 mm length of hose is bent as shown in Figure 103 and the ends are tied together over a

length of 25 mm. The hose is then placed for 2 h in a cabinet having a temperature of

−15 °C ± 2 °C. Immediately after the hose is removed from the cabinet it is flexed three times,

as shown in Figure 104, at a rate of one flexing per second.

The test is carried out three times.

There shall be no cracks or breaks in the hose and it shall withstand the electric strength test
of 16.3
NOTE Any discolouration is neglected.
22 Construction
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
22.6 Addition:
Drain holes shall be at least 5 mm in diameter or 20 mm in area with a width of at least
3 mm.
22.7 Replacement:
Pressurised appliances and instantaneous steam cleaners shall incorporate adequate
safeguards against the risk of excessive pressure.
If jets of steam or liquids are emitted through protective devices, the electrical insulation
shall not be affected or the user exposed to a hazard.
Compliance is checked by inspection and by the following tests.
The maximum pressure occurring during the test of Clause 11 is measured. All pressure-
regulating devices that operated during the test are rendered inoperative and the pressure
measured again. The pressure shall not exceed three times the pressure measured during the
test in Clause 11. Any pressure-limiting protective device is then rendered inoperative and
the pressure in the boiler is raised hydraulically to five times the pressure measured originally

or twice the pressure measured with the pressure-regulating device rendered inoperative,
whichever is higher. The pressure is maintained for a period of 60 s. There shall be no
leakage from the boiler.
Steam cleaners incorporating hoses and having a device regulating the steam supply are
operated as specified in Clause 11, but with all pressure-regulating devices operating during
the test of Clause 11 rendered inoperative. The steam outlet is sealed and the device
regulating the steam supply is opened. There shall be no leakage from the hose except at an
intentionally weak place within the enclosure of the boiler. If this occurs, the test is repeated
on another appliance that shall also leak in the same way.
The steam outlet of instantaneous steam cleaners is sealed and the pressure in the water
container is raised hydraulically until the pressure-limiting protective device operates. The
pressure shall not exceed three times the pressure measured during the test of Clause 11.
The outlet of the protective device is then sealed and the pressure is further raised to twice
the previous value. The pressure is maintained for a period of 60 s. There shall be no leakage
from the container.
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NOTE 101 An instantaneous steam cleaner is an appliance in which small quantities of water are pumped from

the water container, the steam being produced when the water contacts the heated surface of the steam chamber.
The water container and the steam chamber are at atmospheric pressure.

22.101 Rotating parts shall be secured against loosening.

Compliance is checked by inspection.

NOTE This requirement may be met by using a counter-rotating thread.

22.102 Pressurised appliances shall be constructed so that there is no spillage of water or

sudden jets of steam or hot water likely to expose the user to a hazard when the appliance is

used in accordance with the instructions. Steam emission shall stop when the switch actuator
is released.
When removing the filling cap of a boiler, the pressure shall be relieved in a controlled
manner before the cap is removed completely, in order to avoid the emission of jets of steam
or hot water in a manner likely to expose the user to a hazard.
Compliance is checked by inspection during the test of Clause 11 and by removing the filling
cap at the end of the test.
22.103 Pressure-limiting protective devices that operate during the tests of 19.4 and 22.7
shall have an inlet aperture at least 5 mm in diameter or 20 mm in area and a width of at
least 4 mm. The area of the aperture at the outlet shall not be less than that of the aperture at
the inlet.
NOTE The requirement is not applicable to instantaneous steam cleaners.
Compliance is checked by measurement.
22.104 For appliances having more than one boiler connected together, each boiler provided
with a heating element shall incorporate a pressure-limiting protective device.
Compliance is checked by the test of 22.7 after blocking the connection between the boilers.
23 Internal wiring
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.

24 Components
This clause of Part 1 is applicable, except as follows.
24.101 Protective devices incorporated in appliances for compliance with 19.4 shall be not
self-resetting and shall only be accessible by using a tool.
Compliance is checked by inspection.
25 Supply connection and external flexible cords
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
25.5 Addition:
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