IEC 60335-2-69:2002

INTERNATIONAL IEC
STANDARD 60335-2-69
Edition 3.1
2005-01
Edition 3:2002 consolidated with amendment 1:2004
Household and similar electrical appliances –
Safety –
Part 2-69:
Particular requirements for wet and dry
vacuum cleaners, including power brush,
for industrial and commercial use

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INTERNATIONAL IEC
STANDARD 60335-2-69
Edition 3.1
2005-01
Edition 3:2002 consolidated with amendment 1:2004
Household and similar electrical appliances –
Safety –
Part 2-69:
Particular requirements for wet and dry
vacuum cleaners, including power brush,
for industrial and commercial use

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CONTENTS
FOREWORD.4

INTRODUCTION.6

1 Scope .7

2 Normative references .8

3 Definitions .8

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

26 Terminals for external conductors .22
27 Provision for earthing.22
28 Screws and connections .22
29 Clearances, creepage distances and solid insulation .22
30 Resistance to heat and fire .22
31 Resistance to rusting .22
32 Radiation, toxicity and similar hazards .22

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Annex A (normative) Routine tests .26

Annex AA (normative) Particular requirements for vacuum cleaners, suction sweeping

machines and dust extractors for the collection of dusts hazardous to health .26

Annex BB (informative) List of dusts which are an explosion risk when subject to

ignition conditions.40

Annex CC (normative) Particular requirements for vacuum cleaners,

suction sweeping machines and dust extractors for the collection of dusts

which are an explosion risk .46

Annex DD (normative) Particular requirements for vacuum cleaners

for use in ESD protected areas .54

Bibliography .57
Figure 101 – Impact test apparatus .23
Figure 102 – Apparatus for testing the abrasion resistance of current-carrying hoses .24
Figure 103 – Apparatus for testing the resistance to flexing of current-carrying hoses .24
Figure 104 – Configuration of the hose for the freezing treatment .25
Figure 105 – Flexing positions for the hose after removal from the freezing cabinet.25
Figure AA.1 – Warning label .38
Figure AA.2 – Test method for essential filter material .38
Figure AA.3 – In situ essential filter element test .39
Figure AA.4 – Assembled appliance test.39
Figure CC.1 – Marking – Type 22 vacuum cleaners and suction sweeping machines .52
Figure CC.2 – Marking – Type 22 dust extractor .53
Table 12 – Pull force and torque .21
Table AA.1 – Penetration limits .31
Table AA.2 – Materials having a low susceptibility to ageing .36

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HOUSEHOLD AND SIMILAR ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES –

SAFETY –
Part 2-69: Particular requirements for wet and dry vacuum cleaners,

including power brush, for industrial and commercial use

FOREWORD
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patent rights. IEC shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
This part of International Standard IEC 60335 has been prepared by sub-committee 61J:
Electrical motor-operated cleaning appliances for industrial use, of IEC technical committee 61:
Safety of household and similar electrical appliances.
This consolidated version of IEC 60335-2-69 is based on the third edition (2002) [documents
61J/131/FDIS and 61J/136/RVD] and its amendment 1 (2004) [documents 61J/169/FDIS and
61J/172/RVD].
It bears the edition number 3.1.
A vertical line in the margin shows where the base publication has been modified by
amendment 1.
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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 wet and dry
vacuum cleaners, including power brush, for industrial and commercial use.

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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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.
The following differences exist in the countries indicated below.
– 7.12: No requirements for sound marking exist (USA)
– 25.7: PVC-cords may not be suitable for operation outdoors at low temperatures (Finland, Sweden);
– 25.14: Flexing test is not conducted (U.S.A.)

A bilingual version of this publication may be issued at a later date.

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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.

This standard takes into account the requirements of IEC 60364 as far as possible so that

there is compatibility with the wiring rules when the appliance is connected to the supply
mains. However, national wiring rules may differ.
If an appliance within the scope of this standard also incorporates functions that are covered
by another Part 2 of IEC 60335, the relevant Part 2 is applied to each function separately, as
far as is reasonable. If applicable, the influence of one function on the other is taken into
account.
This standard is a product family standard dealing with the safety of appliances and takes
precedence over horizontal and generic standards covering the same subject.
An appliance that complies with the text of this standard will not necessarily be considered to
comply with the safety principles of the standard if, when examined and tested, it is found to
have other features 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 2-69: Particular requirements for wet and dry vacuum cleaners,

including power brush, for industrial and commercial use

1 Scope
This clause of Part 1 is replaced by the following.
This International Standard deals with the safety of electrical motor-operated vacuum
cleaners and includes appliances and stationary equipment specifically designed for wet
suction, dry suction, or wet and dry suction for industrial and commercial use with or without
attachments, for example for suction to withdraw dust or the like from work benches and
production machines, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V for single-phase
appliances and 480 V for other appliances.
NOTE 101 Commercial uses are for example for use in hotels, schools, hospitals, factories, shops and offices for
other than normal housekeeping purposes.
This standard also applies to machines handling hazardous dust, such as asbestos or liquids
for which additional national requirements might apply.
It is also applicable to appliances making use of other forms of energy for the motor; but it is
necessary that their influence is taken into consideration.
For battery operated appliances reference shall be made to IEC 60335-2-72.
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, the national water supply authorities and similar
authorities.
NOTE 103 This standard does not apply to
– appliances for household use to which IEC 60335-2-2 applies;
– centrally sited stationary vacuum cleaning systems;
– appliances intended to be used in locations where special conditions prevail, such as the presence of a
corrosive or explosive atmosphere (vapour or gas);

– audio, video and similar electronic apparatus (IEC 60065);
– appliances for medical purposes (IEC 60601);
– hand-held motor-operated electric tools (IEC 60745);
– personal computers and similar equipment (IEC 60950);
– transportable motor-operated electric tools (IEC 61029).

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

Addition:
IEC 60312, Vacuum cleaners for household use – Methods of measuring the performance

IEC 60335-2-72, Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety – Part 2-72: Particular

requirements for automatic machines for floor treatment for commercial and industrial use

IEC 60704-2-1, Household and similar electrical appliances – Test code for the determination
of airborne acoustical noise – Part 2-1: Particular requirements for vacuum cleaners
IEC 61241-1-1, Electrical apparatus for use in the presence of combustible dust – Part 1-1:
Electrical apparatus protected by enclosures and surface temperature limitation –
Specification for apparatus
IEC 61241-10:2004, Electrical apparatus for use in the presence of combustible dust –
Part 10: Classification of areas where combustible dusts are or may be present
ISO 2602, Ergonomics – Danger signals for public and work areas – Auditory danger signals
ISO 6344-2, Coated abrasives – Grain size analysis – Part 2: Determination of grain size
distribution of macrogrits P12 to P220
ISO 7731, Safety of machinery; Auditory danger signals; General requirements, design and
testing
ISO 11428, Ergonomics – Visual danger signals – General requirements, design and testing
3 Definitions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
3.1.9 Replacement:
normal operation
the normal operation P of the vacuum motor is obtained at the following power input:
m
P = 0,5 (P + P )
m f i
where
P is the input, in watts, when the appliance has been operated for 3 min, fitted with the
f
nozzle and hose supplied by the manufacturer giving the highest input;
P is the input, in watts, when the appliance has been operated for 20 s with the nozzle
i
sealed, immediately following the 3-minute-period with the nozzle open. Any valve or
similar device used to ensure a flow of air to cool the motor in the event of a blockage of a
main air inlet is rendered ineffective.

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P and P are measured with the supply voltage adjusted to rated voltage, or to a voltage
f i
equal to the mean value of the rated voltage range if the difference between the limits of the

rated voltage range does not exceed 10 % of the mean value of the range. If the difference

between the limits of the rated voltage range exceeds 10 % of the mean value, the tests are

carried out with the supply voltage set to the upper limit of the range.

The measurements are made with the appliance fitted with a clean dust bag and filter and

with the water container, if any, empty. If the appliance is intended for use only with a hose,

detachable nozzles are removed and the hose is laid out straight. If the appliance is provided

with a hose as an optional accessory, it is operated without the hose.

Electrically driven devices, if any, are in operation but are not in contact with the floor or any
other surface or with the means used to seal the air inlet.
The normal load is equal to the mean load P for the electrically driven agitating device such
r
as a motor driven brush determined in accordance with the following:
– the agitating device operates on a carpet as specified in IEC 60312;
– the mean load P is determined when using the device in the following way:
r
After setting the device according to the manufacturer's instructions the device should be
moved twice over a distance of 5 m in the direction giving the highest load;
– the motor responsible for the airflow operates under the same conditions as determining
P , i.e. no airflow restrictions, and measurements are taken after 3 min;
f
– the device is adjusted to the carpet pile height in accordance with the recommendations of
the manufacturer;
– it is necessary to move the agitating device slowly across the carpet in the usual manner
to avoid carpet damage.
3.1.9.101 Soiled water discharge pumps are normally operated as follows.
The pump delivers a continuous flow of water without any soiled water discharge hose
attached to the soiled water outlet of the machines unless the discharge hose is permanently
attached to the machine. The vacuum motor shall work during the test, unless an interlock
device is provided to prevent combined operation of both motors.
3.101
soiled water discharge pump
pump for discharging the soiled water from the machine.

3.102
water-suction cleaning appliance
appliance for aspirating an aqueous solution that may contain foaming detergent
3.103
motorized cleaning head
accessory containing a motor that is supplied from the appliance and which is attached to the
end of a hand-held hose or tube
NOTE The main cleaning head permanently attached is not regarded as a motorized cleaning head.
4 General requirement
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.

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5 General conditions for the tests

This clause of Part 1 is applicable.

6 Classification
This clause of Part 1 is applicable, except as follows.

6.1 Replacement:
Vacuum cleaners and their attachments shall be of class I, class II or class III with respect
to their protection against electric shock.
Metal parts that may continuously contact the body shall be considered as handles for which
22.36 applies.
Compliance is checked by inspection and by the relevant tests.
6.2 Addition:
Water suction appliances shall be so constructed that neither water nor foam from detergents
can penetrate into the motor or come in contact with live parts.
Water suction appliances shall be at least IPX4.
7 Marking and instructions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable, except as follows.
7.6 Addition:
[symbol IEC 60417-5935 (DB:2000-10] motorized cleaning head for

water-suction
cleaning
7.9 Addition:
The operation of the motor is deemed to be an adequate indication of the switch position.
7.12 Addition:
The front cover of the instruction manual shall include the substance of the following:
CAUTION Read the instruction manual before using the appliance.
This wording may be replaced by symbols ISO 7000-0434A/B and ISO 7000-1641
(DB:2004:01). If these symbols are used, their meaning is to be explained in the instructions
for use.
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The instruction manual shall include the substance of the following warnings, as applicable.

– CAUTION  This appliance is not suitable for picking up hazardous dust.

– CAUTION  This appliance is for dry use only and is not to be used or stored outdoors in
wet conditions.
– WARNING  Only use the brushes provided with the appliance or those specified in the

instruction manual. The use of other brushes may impair safety.

The instruction manual shall give details regarding the following, as applicable:

– the precautions to be taken when using the appliance under specific conditions such as

handling flammable liquids or dust and dust hazardous to health;
– a statement that the appliance is to be disconnected from its power source during cleaning
or maintenance, and that when replacing parts or converting the appliance to another
function:
• for mains operated appliances, the plug is to be removed from the socket-outlet;
• for battery operated appliances, the key of the supply switch is to be removed or an
equivalent disconnection is to be made;
– the intended use of brushes which are specified for the appliance.
The instruction manual shall state the A-weighted sound pressure level L in dB(A) emitted
PA
by the appliance. If the A-weighted sound pressure level exceeds 85 dB(A), it shall also state
the sound power level L in dB(A) and that appropriate ear protection has to be used (the
WA
sound level is measured in accordance with IEC 60704-2-1).
The instruction manual shall include the substance of the following.
This appliance is suitable for commercial use, for example in hotels, schools, hospitals,
factories, shops, offices and rental businesses.
The instruction manual for mains operated appliances shall include the substance of the
following:
– do not allow the rotating brushes to come into contact with the supply cord;
– regularly examine the supply cord for damage, such as cracking or ageing. If damage is
found, replace the cord before further use;
– only replace the supply cord with the type specified in the instruction manual;
– only use the socket outlet on the appliance for purposes specified in the instruction
manual.
For wet suction appliances, the instruction manual shall state the substance of the following:
– CAUTION  If foam or liquid escapes from the appliance, switch off immediately.
– regularly clean the water level limiting device in accordance with the instructions and
examine it for signs of damage.
The instructions for appliances having a current-carrying hose operating at other than safety
extra-low voltage shall include the substance of the following:
CAUTION: This hose contains electrical connections:
– do not use to collect water;
– do not immerse in water for cleaning;
– the hose should be checked regularly and shall not be used if damaged.
If symbol IEC 60417-5935 is used, its meaning shall be explained.

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7.14 Addition:
The height of symbol IEC 60417-5935 shall be at least 15 mm.

Compliance is checked by measurement.

7.101 Motorized cleaning heads shall be marked with

– rated voltage or rated voltage range in volts;

– rated power input in watts;
– name, trade mark or identification mark of the manufacturer or responsible vendor;
– model or type reference.
Motorized cleaning heads for water-suction cleaning appliances, except those of class III
construction having a working voltage up to 24 V shall be marked with symbol IEC 60417-
5935.
NOTE This symbol is an information sign and, except for the colours, the rules of ISO 3864 apply.
Compliance is checked by inspection.
7.102 Appliance outlets for accessories shall be marked with the maximum load in watts.
NOTE This marking may be on the appliance close to the appliance outlet.
Compliance is checked by inspection.
8 Protection against access to live parts
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
8.1 Addition:
NOTE 101 The soiled liquid picked up by the wet suction appliance is considered to be conductive.
8.1.4 Addition:
Isolated battery systems of 18 to 24 cells of either acid or alkaline electrochemistry, including
gel batteries, shall be regarded as Class III provided that
– the maximum voltage per cell on charge does not exceed 2,7 V;

– there are no earthed parts (see Clause 27);
– conductive parts cannot fall on to and thereby bridge live parts of opposite polarity (see
Clause 22).
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.

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10.1 Addition:
The power input of motorized cleaning heads is measured separately.

11 Heating
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.

11.3 Addition:
If it is necessary to dismantle the appliance for fitting thermocouples or other wiring, the input
shall be measured before and after fitting at the lowest possible load, for example, with closed
suction openings, with brushes not in contact with the floor, with declutched drive, etc. to
check that the assembling has been accomplished properly.
11.4 Not applicable.
11.5 Addition:
For the heating test the normal load P on the motor driving the moving brushes can be
r
simulated by a brake or other means.
11.6 Not applicable.
11.7 Addition:
Appliances are operated until steady conditions are established.
12 Void
13 Leakage current and electric strength at operating temperature
This clause of Part 1 is applicable, except as follows.
13.2 Addition:
For class I appliances where several motors operate at the same time, the leakage current

shall not exceed 3,5 mA
14 Transient overvoltages
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
15 Moisture resistance
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.

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15.1.2 Addition:
Wet suction appliances shall be operated for 10 min on a level surface wetted by a detergent
solution specified in 15.2.
In practice the pick-up consists largely of air such that there is no overloading of the suction
motor; the input load should be observed to avoid overloading.

15.2 Replacement:
Appliances having a liquid container shall be so constructed that spillage of liquid due to
overfilling and, for unstable appliances and hand-held appliances, overturning, does not
affect their electrical insulation.
Compliance is checked by the following tests:
Appliances having a liquid container and provided with an appliance inlet are fitted with an
appropriate connector and flexible cable or cord; appliances having a liquid container and
type X attachment are fitted with the lightest cross-sectional area specified in Table 11.
Other appliances are tested as delivered.
The liquid container of the appliance is completely filled with water containing approximately
1 % NaCl and a further quantity, equal to 15 % of the capacity of the container or 0,25 l,
whichever is the greater, is poured in steadily over a period of 1 min.
Hand-held appliances and appliances which are unstable are then, with the container
completely filled and with the cover or lid in place, overturned from the most unfavourable of
the normal positions of use, and are left in that position for 5 min unless the appliance returns
automatically to its normal position of use.
NOTE 101 Appliances are considered to be unstable if they overturn when applying a force of 180 N at the top of
the appliance in the most unfavourable horizontal direction while they are placed in the most unfavourable of the
normal positions of use on a support inclined at an angle of 10° to the horizontal, the liquid container being filled to
half the level indicated in the manufacturer's instructions.
Nozzles and motorized cleaning heads of water-suction cleaning appliances are placed in
a container, the base of which is level with the surface supporting the appliance. The
container is filled with a detergent solution to a level of 5 mm above its base, this level being
maintained throughout the test.
The solution consists of 20 g of NaCl and 1 ml of a solution of 28 % by mass of dodecyl
sodium sulphate in each 8 l of water.

The appliance is operated until its liquid container is completely full and for a further 5 min.
NOTE 102 The solution should be stored in a cool atmosphere and used within seven days of its preparation.
NOTE 103 The chemical designation of dodecyl sodium sulphate is C12H25NaSO4.
NOTE 104 If it is not possible to overfill the container for soiled liquid owing to the construction of the appliance,
the test specified in 19.101 is considered to be adequate.
After each of these tests, the appliance shall withstand the electric strength test of 16.3.
Inspection shall show that there is no trace of liquid on insulation that could result in a
reduction of clearances or creepage distances below the values specified in Clause 29.
NOTE 105 The appliance is allowed to stand in normal test room atmosphere for 24h before being subjected to
the test of 15.3
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15.3 Modification:
The relative humidity shall be (93 ± 6) %.

15.101 Motorized cleaning heads of water suction cleaning appliances shall be resistant

to liquids that may come into contact with them.

Compliance is checked by the following tests.

The motorized cleaning head is subjected to an impact test as described in IEC 60068-2-75,

the value of the impact being 2 J. The motorized cleaning head is rigidly supported and
three blows are applied to every point of the enclosure that is likely to be weak.
It is then subjected to the free fall test procedure 1 of IEC 60068-2-32. It is dropped 4 000
times from a height of 100 mm onto a steel plate having a thickness of not less than 15 mm. It
is dropped
– 1000 times on its right side;
– 1000 times on its left side;
– 1000 times on its front face;
– 1000 times on its cleaning surface.
The motorized cleaning head is then subjected to the test described in 14.2.7 of IEC 60529,
the water containing approximately 1 % NaCl.
The motorized cleaning head shall then withstand the electric strength test of 16.3, the
voltage being applied between the live parts and the solution, and inspection shall show that
there is no trace of saline solution on insulation which could result in a reduction of
clearances and creepage distances below the values specified in Clause 29.
NOTE The test is not carried out on motorized cleaning heads of class III construction having a working
voltage up to 24 V.
16 Leakage current and electric strength
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
16.3 Addition:
Current-carrying hoses, except for their electrical connections, are immersed for 1 h in water
containing approximately 1 % NaCl, at 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.

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19 Abnormal operation
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.

19.1 Addition:
Appliances are also subjected to the test of 19.101.

The test of 19.7 is only carried out on motorized cleaning heads.

19.2 Addition:
The appliance is tested without liquid in the container.
NOTE 101 The term restricted heat dissipation means without liquid in the container.
19.7 Addition:
Motorized cleaning heads are tested with the rotating brush or similar device locked for
30 s.
19.9 Not applicable.
19.10 Addition:
NOTE 101 For this test the lowest possible load for radial turbines is obtained with the air inlet sealed. Other
turbine types may have different characteristics.
In the case of cleaners driving a brush or agitator, the belt is removed.
19.101 Appliances having containers that are provided with shut-off device(s) or valve(s) are
again subjected to the test of 15.2.
Stop valves or other fluid shut-off devices are made inoperative. If two or more independent
shut-off devices are provided, only one of them is made inoperative at a time, provided that
they have passed the test of operating 3 000 times satisfactorily. Otherwise all devices that
failed are made inoperative.
NOTE Care should be taken to suck up an air-liquid mixture to prevent overloading of the motor of the suction
unit. The input power should be observed to avoid overloading.

After this test, the appliance shall be subjected to the electrical strength test of 16.4.
Inspection shall show that water has not entered the appliance to any dangerous extent. In
particular, there shall be no trace of water on the electrical insulation that would result in the
reduction of clearance and creepage distances below the limits specified in Clause 29.
20 Stability and mechanical hazards
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
20.1 Addition:
NOTE 101 Motorized cleaning heads are not subjected to this test.

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20.2 Addition:
This requirement does not apply to rotating brushes and similar devices, or to moving parts
exposed during the fitting of accessories that allow conversion from one application to another.

20.101 Shaft ends and similar rotating parts shall be protected if they protrude by more than
a quarter of their diameter, unless the end is rounded and less than 50 mm in length.

Injury due to unintentional closing or slamming of parts, such as movable side walls and
covers, shall be prevented.
Wheels or rollers for the transport of appliances heavier than 20 kg shall be located or
protected so that injury to the feet of the operator is prevented.
Compliance is checked by inspection, by measurement and by manual test.
21 Mechanical strength
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
Modification:
The impact value is increased to 1,0 J ± 0,04 J.
21.101 Those parts of the machine which are subjected to impact in normal use are tested
as follows:
If failure of the part subject to impact would cause a failure to comply with this specification,
any spot of the machine which may be exposed during normal cleaning function to impacts or
blows shall be subjected to a single blow with an impact energy of 6,75 Nm. The impact
stress on the free-standing machines shall be exerted by a steel sphere with a diameter of
50,8 mm and mass of 0,535 kg dropped from a height of 1,3 m or hanging on a string acting
as a pendulum, falling from a height of 1,3 m.
21.102 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.
21.103 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 102. The crank rotates at 30 revolutions per minute resulting in the end of the hose
moving horizontally backwards and forwards over a distance of 300 mm.

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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 P 100, 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 ce
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AVANT-PROPOS .6
INTRODUCTION.10

1 Domaine d'application.12
2 Références normatives .14
3 Définitions .14
4 Exigences générales.16
5 Conditions générales d’essai .16
6 Classification .16
7 Marquage et instructions.18
8 Protection contre l’accès aux parties actives .18
9 Démarrage des appareils à moteur .20
10 Puissance et courant .20
11 Echauffements.20
12 Vacant.20
13 Courant de fuite et rigidité diélectrique à la température de régime.22
14 Surtensions transitoires .22
15 Résistance à l’humidité .22
16 Courant de fuite et rigidité diélectrique .24
17 Protection contre la surcharge des transformateurs et des circuits associés .24
18 Endurance .24
19 Fonctionnement anormal.24
20 Stabilité et dangers mécaniques .26
21 Résistance mécanique.26
22 Construction .28
23 Câblage interne .30
24 Composants .30
25 Raccordement au réseau et câbles souples extérieurs .30
26 Bornes pour conducteurs externes .32
27 Dispositions en vue de la mise à la terre .32
28 Vis et connexions .32
29 Distances d’isolement, lignes de fuite et isolation solide .34
30 Résistance à la chaleur et au feu .34
31 Protection contre la rouille .34
32 Rayonnement, toxicité et dangers analogues.34

Annexes.38
Annexe A (normative) Exigences particulières pour les aspirateurs, les balayeuses à
aspiration et les extracteurs de poussière destinés au ramassage des poussières
dangereuses pour la santé .38
Annexe BB (informative) Liste des poussières présentant un risque d’explosion en cas
d’inflammation.58

Bibliographie .70

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CONTENTS
FOREWORD.7
INTRODUCTION.11

1 Scope.13
2 Normative references.15
3 Definitions.15
4 General requirement.17
5 General conditions for the tests .17
6 Classification.17
7 Marking and instructions.19
8 Protection against access to live parts.19
9 Starting of motor-operated appliances .21
10 Power input and current .21
11 Heating.21
12 Void .21
13 Leakage current and electric strength at operating temperature.23
14 Transient overvoltages .23
15 Moisture resistance.23
16 Leakage current and electric strength.25
17 Overload protection of transformers and associated circuits .25
18 Endurance.25
19 Abnormal operation.25
20 Stability and mechanical hazards .27
21 Mechanical strength .27
22 Construction.29
23 Internal wiring.31
24 Components.31
25 Supply connection and external flexible cords .31
26 Terminals for external conductors.33
27 Provision for earthing .33
28 Screws and connections .33
29 Clearances, creepage distances and solid insulation .35
30 Resistance to heat and fire.35
31 Resistance to rusting.35
32 Radiation, toxicity and similar hazards.35

Annexes .39
Annex AA (normative) Particular requirements for vacuum cleaners, suction sweeping
machines and dust extractors for the collection of dusts hazardous to health.39
Annex BB (informative) List of dusts which are an explosion risk when subject to
ignition conditions .59

Bibliography.71

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Figure 101 – Dispositif pour essai d’impacts .36
Figure AA.1 – Etiquette de mise en garde.56

Tableau 12 – Force de traction et couple de torsion.32
Tableau AA.1 – Limites de pénétration .46
Tableau AA.2 – Matériaux ayant une faible tendance au vieillissement.52

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Figure 101 – Impact test apparatus.37
Figure AA.1 – Warning label .57

Table AA.1 – Appliance penetration limits .47
Table AA.2 – Materials having a low susceptibility to ageing.53

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FOREWORD
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This part of International Standard IEC 60335 has been prepared by sub-committee 61J:
Electrical motor-operated cleaning appliances for industrial use, of IEC technical committee
61: Safety of household and similar electrical appliances.
This third edition cancels and replaces the second edition published in 1997 and its
amendment 1 (2000). It constitutes a technical revision.
This bilingual version (2005-12) replaces the English version.
The text of this standard is based on the following documents:
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Full information on the voting for the approval of this standard can be found in the report on
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La version française de cette norme n’a pas été soumise au vote.
La présente partie 2 doit être utilisée conjointement avec la dernière édition de la CEI 60335-1
et ses amendements. Elle a été établie sur la base de la quatrième édition (2001) de cette
norme.
NOTE 1 L’expression «Partie 1» utilisée dans la présente norme fait référence à la CEI 60335-1.
La présente partie 2 complète ou modifie les articles correspondants de la CEI 60335-1 de
façon à transformer cette publication en norme CEI: Règles de sécurité pour les machines
automatiques de traitements des sols à usage industriel et commercial
Lorsqu'un paragraphe particulier de la Partie 1 n'est pas mentionné dans cette partie 2, ce
paragraphe s'applique pour autant qu’il est raisonnable. Lorsque la présente norme spécifie
“addition”, “modification” ou “remplacement”, le texte correspondant de la Partie 1 doit être
adapté en conséquence.
NOTE 2 Le système de numérotation suivant est utilisé:
– les paragraphes, les tableaux et figures qui sont numérotés à partir de 101 viennent en supplément de ceux de
la Partie 1;
– notes: à l’exception de celles qui sont dans un nouveau paragraphe ou de celles qui concernent des notes de
la Partie 1, les notes sont numérotées à partir de 101, y compris celles des articles ou paragraphes qui sont
remplacés;
– des annexes complémentaires sont désignées AA, BB, etc.

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– modalités d'essais: caractères italiques;
– notes: petits caractères romains
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• amendée.
Les différences suivantes existent dans les pays indiqués ci-après.
– 25.7: Les câbles en PVC peuvent ne pas être adaptés à une utilisation à l’extérieur à des basses températures
(Finlande, Suède);
– 25.14: L’essai de flexion n’est pas effectué. (U.S.A.)

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The French version of this standard has not been voted upon.
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 wet and dry
vacuum cleaners, including power brush, for industrial and commercial use.
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 data related to the specific publication. At this date, the publication will be
• reconfirmed;
• withdrawn;
• replaced by a revised edition, or
• amended.
The following differences exist in the countries indicated below.
– 25.7: PVC-cords may not be suitable for operation outdoors at low temperatures (Finland, Sweden);
– 25.14: Flexing test is not conducted (U.S.A.)

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INTRODUCTION
Il a été considéré en établissant la présente norme internationale que l'exécution de ses
dispositions était confiée à des personnes expérimentées et ayant une qualification appropriée.
Cette norme reconnaît le niveau de protection internationalement accepté contre les risques
électriques, mécaniques, thermiques, liés au feu et au rayonnement des appareils, lorsqu'ils
fonctionnent comme en usage normal en tenant compte des instructions du fabricant. Elle
couvre également les situations anormales auxquelles on peut s'attendre dans la pratique.
Cette norme tient compte autant que possible des exigences de la CEI 60364, de façon à
rester compatible avec les règles d'installation quand l’appareil est raccordé au réseau
d’alimentation. Cependant, des règles nationales d'installation peuvent être différentes.
Si un appareil compris dans le domaine d’application de cette norme comporte également des
fonctions qui sont couvertes par une autre partie 2 de la CEI 60335, la partie 2 correspondante
est appliquée à chaque fonction séparément, dans la limite du raisonnable. Si cela est
applicable, on tient compte de l’influence d’une fonction sur les autres fonctions.
Cette norme est une norme de famille de produits traitant de la sécurité d’appareils et a
préséance sur les normes horizontales et génériques couvrant le même sujet.
Un appareil conforme au texte de la présente norme ne sera pas nécessairement jugé
conforme aux principes de sécurité de la norme si, lorsqu'il est examiné et soumis aux essais,
il apparaît qu'il présente d'autres caractéristiques qui compromettent le niveau de sécurité visé
par ces exigences.
Un appareil utilisant des matériaux ou présentant des modes de construction différents de
ceux décrits dans les exigences de cette norme peut être examiné et essayé en fonction de
l'objectif poursuivi par ces exigences et, s'il est jugé pratiquement équivalent, il peut être
estimé conforme aux principes de sécurité de la norme.

60335-2-69  IEC:2005 – 11 –
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.
This standard takes into account the requirements of IEC 60364 as far as possible so that
there is compatibility with the wiring rules when the appliance is connected to the supply
mains. However, national wiring rules may differ.
If an appliance within the scope of this standard also incorporates functions that are covered
by another Part 2 of IEC 60335, the relevant Part 2 is applied to each function separately, as
far as is reasonable. If applicable, the influence of one function on the other is taken into
account.
This standard is a product family standard dealing with the safety of appliances and takes
precedence over horizontal and generic standards covering the same subject.
An appliance that complies with the text of this standard will not necessarily be considered to
comply with the safety principles of the standard if, when examined and tested, it is found to
have other features 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.
– 12 – 60335-2-69  CEI:2005
APPAREILS ÉLECTRODOMESTIQUES ET ANALOGUES –
SÉCURITÉ –
Partie 2-69: Règles particulières pour les aspirateurs fonctionnant
en présence d'eau ou à sec, y compris les brosses motorisées,
à usage industriel et commercial

1 Domaine d'application
L’article de la Partie 1 est remplacé par ce qui suit.
La présente Norme internationale traite de la sécurité des aspirateurs électriques à moteur et
comprend les appareils et les équipements fixes conçus spécialement pour l’aspiration d’eau,
pour l’aspiration à sec ou pour l’aspiration d’eau et l’aspiration à sec, à usage industriel et
commercial, avec ou sans accessoires pour, par exemple, l’élimination des poussières, par
aspiration ou une opération équivalente des chaînes de production et des machines, dont la
tension assignée n’est pas supérieure à 250 V pour les appareils monophasés et à 480 V
pour les autres appareils.
NOTE 101 Les usages industriels et commerciaux comprennent, par exemple, les utilisations dans les hôtels, les
écoles, les hôpitaux, les usines, les boutiques et les bureaux, pour des besoins autres que l’entretien domestique
normal.
La présente norme s'applique également aux appareils aspirant des poussières dangereuses
comme l'amiante ou des liquides pour lesquels des exigences nationales complémentaires
pourraient s'appliquer.
Elle est également applicable aux appareils utilisant d'autres énergies pour le moteur, mais il
est nécessaire de prendre en considération leur influence.
Pour les appareils fonctionnant sur batteries, il convient de faire référence à la CEI 60335-2-72.
NOTE 102 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.
NOTE 103 La présente norme ne s’applique pas
– aux appareils à usage domestique auxquels s'applique la CEI 60335-2-2;
– aux appareils à unité centrale d’aspiration;
– aux appareils destinés à être utilisés dans des locaux présentant des conditions particulières, telles que la
présence d'une atmosphère corrosive ou explosive (vapeur ou gaz);
– aux appareils audio, vidéo et appareils électroniques analogues (CEI 60065);
– aux appareils destinés à des usages médicaux (CEI 60601);
– aux outils électroportatifs à moteur (CEI 60745);
– aux ordinateurs domestiques et équipements analogues (CEI 60950);
– aux machines-outils électriques semi-fixes (CEI 61029);

60335-2-69  IEC:2005 – 13 –
HOUSEHOLD AND SIMILAR ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES –
SAFETY –
Part 2-69: Particular requirements for wet and dry vacuum cleaners,
including power brush, for industrial and commercial use

1 Scope
This clause of Part 1 is replaced by the following.
This International Standard deals with the safety of electrical motor-operated vacuum
cleaners and includes appliances and stationary equipment specifically designed for wet
suction, dry suction, or wet and dry suction for industrial and commercial use with or without
attachments, for example for suction to withdraw dust or the like from work benches and
production machines, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V for single-phase
appliances and 480 V for other appliances.
NOTE 101 Commercial uses are for example for use in hotels, schools, hospitals, factories, shops and offices for
other than normal housekeeping purposes.
This standard also applies to machines handling hazardous dust, such as asbestos or liquids
for which additional national requirements might apply.
It is also applicable to appliances making use of other forms of energy for the motor; but it is
necessary that their influence is taken into consideration.
For battery operated appliances reference shall be made to IEC 60335-2-72.
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, the national water supply authorities and similar
authorities.
NOTE 103 This standard does not apply to
– appliances for household use to which IEC 60335-2-2 applies;
– centrally sited stationary vacuum cleaning systems;
– appliances intended to be used in locations where special conditions prevail, such as the presence of a
corrosive or explosive atmosphere (vapour or gas);
– audio, video and similar electronic apparatus (IEC 60065);
– appliances for medical purposes (IEC 60601);
– hand-held motor-operated electric tools (IEC 60745);
– personal computers and similar equipment (IEC 60950);
– transportable motor-operated electric tools (IEC 61029).

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2 Références normatives
L’Article de la Partie 1 est applicable avec l’exception suivante.
Addition:
CEI 60312, Aspirateurs de poussière à usage domestique – Méthodes de mesure de l'aptitude
à la fonction
CEI 60335-2-72, Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues – Sécurité – Partie 2-72: Règles
particulières pour les machines automatiques de traitement des sols à usage industriel et
commercial
3 Définitions
L’Article de la Partie 1 est applicable avec l’exception suivante.
3.1.9 Remplacement:
conditions de fonctionnement normal
le fonctionnement normal du moteur d'aspirateur est obtenu à la puissance suivante P :
m
P = 0,5 (P + P )
m f i
où
P est la puissance absorbée, en watts, après 3 min de fonctionnement avec le suceur et le
f
tuyau fournis par le fabricant donnant la puissance la plus élevée;
P est la puissance absorbée, en watts, lorsque l'appareil fonctionne depuis 20 s, avec le
i
suceur obturé, immédiatement après les 3 min de fonctionnement avec le suceur ouvert.
Toute soupape ou dispositif analogue assurant la circulation d'air qui refroidit le moteur en
cas d'obstruction d'une entrée d'air principale est rendu inopérant.
P et P sont mesurées avec la tension d'alimentation réglée à la tension assignée ou à une
f i
tension égale à la valeur moyenne de la plage assignée de tensions si la différence entre les
limites de la plage n'est pas supérieure à 10 % de la valeur moyenne. Si la différence entre les
limites de la plage assignée de tensions dépasse 10 % de la valeur moyenne, les essais sont
réalisés avec la tension d’alimentation réglée à la limite supérieure de la plage.
Les mesures sont effectuées, l'appareil étant équipé d'un sac à poussière et d'un filtre propres
et, le cas échéant, avec un récipient d’eau vide. Si l'appareil est destiné à être utilisé
uniquement avec un tuyau, les suceurs amovibles sont enlevés et le tuyau est maintenu droit.
Si l'appareil est fourni avec un tuyau en tant qu'accessoire optionnel, il est mis en
fonctionnement sans le tuyau.
Les éventuels dispositifs mus électriquement sont mis en fonctionnement, y compris les
moyens utilisés pour obturer l'entrée d’air, mais sans être en contact avec le sol ou toute autre
surface.
La charge normale est égale à la charge moyenne P pour le dispositif électrique pour battre
r
les tapis, tel qu'une brosse motorisée, et est définie comme suit:
– le batteur de tapis est mis en fonctionnement sur un tapis tel que spécifié dans la
CEI 60312;
– la charge moyenne P est déterminée lorsque le batteur est utilisé de la manière précisée
r
ci-dessous.
60335-2-69  IEC:2005 – 15 –
2 Normative references
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
Addition:
IEC 60312, Vacuum cleaners for household use – Methods of measuring the performance
IEC 60335-2-72, Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety – Part 2-72: Particular
requirements for automatic machines for floor treatment for commercial and industrial use
3 Definitions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
3.1.9 Replacement:
normal operation
the normal operation P of the vacuum motor is obtained at the following power input:
m
P = 0,5 (P + P )
m f i
where
P is the input, in watts, when the appliance has been operated for 3 min, fitted with the
f
nozzle and hose supplied by the manufacturer giving the highest input;
P is the input, in watts, when the appliance has been operated for 20 s with the nozzle
i
sealed, immediately following the 3-minute-period with the nozzle open. Any valve or
similar device used to ensure a flow of air to cool the motor in the event of a blockage of a
main air inlet is rendered ineffective.
P and P are measured with the supply voltage adjusted to rated voltage, or to a voltage
f i
equal to the mean value of the rated voltage range if the difference between the limits of the
rated voltage range does not exceed 10 % of the mean value of the range. If the difference
between the limits of the rated voltage range exceeds 10 % of the mean value, the tests are
carried out with the supply voltage set to the upper limit of the range.
The measurements are made with the appliance fitted with a clean dust bag and filter and
with the water container, if any, empty. If the appliance is intended for use only with a hose,
detachable nozzles are removed and the hose is laid out straight. If the appliance is provided
with a hose as an optional accessory, it is operated without th
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INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
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INTERNATIONALE
Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety –
Part 2-69: Particular requirements for wet and dry vacuum cleaners, including
power brush, for industrial and commercial use

Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues – Sécurité –
Partie 2-69: Règles particulières pour les aspirateurs fonctionnant en présence
d’eau ou à sec, y compris les brosses motorisées, à usage industriel et
commercial
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IEC 60335-2-69
Edition 3.2 2008-03
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
NORME
INTERNATIONALE
Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety –
Part 2-69: Particular requirements for wet and dry vacuum cleaners, including
power brush, for industrial and commercial use

Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues – Sécurité –
Partie 2-69: Règles particulières pour les aspirateurs fonctionnant en présence
d’eau ou à sec, y compris les brosses motorisées, à usage industriel et
commercial
INTERNATIONAL
ELECTROTECHNICAL
COMMISSION
COMMISSION
ELECTROTECHNIQUE
PRICE CODE
INTERNATIONALE
CT
CODE PRIX
ICS 97.080 ISBN 2-8318-9596-0
– 2 – 60335-2-69 © IEC:2002+A1:2004
+A2:2007
CONTENTS
FOREWORD.7
INTRODUCTION.6

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

60335-2-69 © IEC:2002+A1:2004 – 3 –
+A2:2007
Annex A (normative) Routine tests.27
Annex AA (normative) Particular requirements for vacuum cleaners, suction sweeping
machines and dust extractors for the collection of dusts hazardous to health.27
Annex BB (informative) List of dusts which are an explosion risk when subject to
ignition conditions .41
Annex CC (normative) Particular requirements for vacuum cleaners,
suction sweeping machines and dust extractors for the collection of dusts
which are an explosion risk.47
Annex DD (normative) Particular requirements for vacuum cleaners
for use in ESD protected areas .55

Bibliography.59

Figure 101 – Impact test apparatus.24
Figure 102 – Apparatus for testing the abrasion resistance of current-carrying hoses .25
Figure 103 – Apparatus for testing the resistance to flexing of current-carrying hoses .25
Figure 104 – Configuration of the hose for the freezing treatment .26
Figure 105 – Flexing positions for the hose after removal from the freezing cabinet.26
Figure AA.1.1 – Warning label for class H appliances .39
Figure AA.1.2 – Warning label for class L and M appliances .39
Figure AA.2 – Test method for essential filter material .40
Figure AA.3 – In situ essential filter element test .40
Figure AA.4 – Assembled appliance test .40
Figure CC.1 – Marking – Type 22 vacuum cleaners and suction sweeping machines .54
Figure CC.2 – Marking – Type 22 dust extractor .54

Table 12 – Pull force and torque .22
Table AA.1 – Penetration limits.32
Table AA.2 – Materials having a low susceptibility to ageing.37

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+A2:2007
INTERNATIONAL ELECTROTECHNICAL COMMISSION
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HOUSEHOLD AND SIMILAR ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES –
SAFETY –
Part 2-69: Particular requirements for wet and dry vacuum cleaners,
including power brush, for industrial and commercial use

FOREWORD
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This part of International Standard IEC 60335 has been prepared by sub-committee 61J:
Electrical motor-operated cleaning appliances for industrial use, of IEC technical committee 61:
Safety of household and similar electrical appliances.
This consolidated version of IEC 60335-2-69 consists of the third edition (2002) [documents
61J/131/FDIS and 61J/136/RVD], its amendment 1 (2004) [documents 61J/169/FDIS and
61J/172/RVD] and its amendment 2 (2007) [documents 61J/271/FDIS and 61J/275/RVD].
The technical content is therefore identical to the base edition and its amendments and has
been prepared for user convenience.
It bears the edition number 3.2.
A vertical line in the margin shows where the base publication has been modified by
amendments 1 and 2.
60335-2-69 © IEC:2002+A1:2004 – 5 –
+A2:2007
The French version of this standard has not been voted upon.
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 wet and dry
vacuum cleaners, including power brush, for industrial and commercial use.
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.
The following differences exist in the countries indicated below.
– 7.12: No requirements for sound marking exist (USA)
– 25.7: PVC-cords may not be suitable for operation outdoors at low temperatures (Finland, Sweden);
– 25.14: Flexing test is not conducted (U.S.A.)
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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+A2:2007
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.
This standard takes into account the requirements of IEC 60364 as far as possible so that
there is compatibility with the wiring rules when the appliance is connected to the supply
mains. However, national wiring rules may differ.
If an appliance within the scope of this standard also incorporates functions that are covered
by another Part 2 of IEC 60335, the relevant Part 2 is applied to each function separately, as
far as is reasonable. If applicable, the influence of one function on the other is taken into
account.
This standard is a product family standard dealing with the safety of appliances and takes
precedence over horizontal and generic standards covering the same subject.
An appliance that complies with the text of this standard will not necessarily be considered to
comply with the safety principles of the standard if, when examined and tested, it is found to
have other features 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.
60335-2-69 © IEC:2002+A1:2004 – 7 –
+A2:2007
HOUSEHOLD AND SIMILAR ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES –
SAFETY –
Part 2-69: Particular requirements for wet and dry vacuum cleaners,
including power brush, for industrial and commercial use

1 Scope
This clause of Part 1 is replaced by the following.
This International Standard deals with the safety of electrical motor-operated vacuum
cleaners and includes appliances and stationary equipment specifically designed for wet
suction, dry suction, or wet and dry suction for industrial and commercial use with or without
attachments, for example for suction to withdraw dust or the like from work benches and
production machines, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V for single-phase
appliances and 480 V for other appliances.
NOTE 101 Commercial uses are for example for use in hotels, schools, hospitals, factories, shops and offices for
other than normal housekeeping purposes.
This standard also applies to machines handling hazardous dust, such as asbestos or liquids
for which additional national requirements might apply.
It is also applicable to appliances making use of other forms of energy for the motor; but it is
necessary that their influence is taken into consideration.
For battery operated appliances reference shall be made to IEC 60335-2-72.
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, the national water supply authorities and similar
authorities.
NOTE 103 This standard does not apply to
– appliances for household use to which IEC 60335-2-2 applies;
– centrally sited stationary vacuum cleaning systems;
– appliances intended to be used in locations where special conditions prevail, such as the presence of a
corrosive or explosive atmosphere (vapour or gas);
– audio, video and similar electronic apparatus (IEC 60065);
– appliances for medical purposes (IEC 60601);
– hand-held motor-operated electric tools (IEC 60745);
– personal computers and similar equipment (IEC 60950);
– transportable motor-operated electric tools (IEC 61029);
– hand-held mains-operated electrical garden blowers, vacuums and blower vacuums (IEC 60335-2-100).

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2 Normative references
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
Addition:
IEC 60312, Vacuum cleaners for household use – Methods of measuring the performance
IEC 60335-2-72, Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety – Part 2-72: Particular
requirements for automatic machines for floor treatment for commercial and industrial use
IEC 60704-2-1, Household and similar electrical appliances – Test code for the determination
of airborne acoustical noise – Part 2-1: Particular requirements for vacuum cleaners
IEC 61241-1-1, Electrical apparatus for use in the presence of combustible dust – Part 1-1:
Electrical apparatus protected by enclosures and surface temperature limitation –
Specification for apparatus
IEC 61241-10:2004, Electrical apparatus for use in the presence of combustible dust –
Part 10: Classification of areas where combustible dusts are or may be present
ISO 2602, Statistical interpretation of test results – Estimation of the mean – Confidence
interval
ISO 6344-2, Coated abrasives – Grain size analysis – Part 2: Determination of grain size
distribution of macrogrits P12 to P220
ISO 7731, Safety of machinery; Auditory danger signals; General requirements, design and
testing
ISO 11428, Ergonomics – Visual danger signals – General requirements, design and testing
3 Definitions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
3.1.9 Replacement:
normal operation
the normal operation P of the vacuum motor is obtained at the following power input:
m
P = 0,5 (P + P )
m f i
where
P is the input, in watts, when the appliance has been operated for 3 min, fitted with the
f
nozzle and hose supplied by the manufacturer giving the highest input;
P is the input, in watts, when the appliance has been operated for 20 s with the nozzle
i
sealed, immediately following the 3-minute-period with the nozzle open. Any valve or
similar device used to ensure a flow of air to cool the motor in the event of a blockage of a
main air inlet is rendered ineffective.

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P and P are measured with the supply voltage adjusted to rated voltage, or to a voltage
f i
equal to the mean value of the rated voltage range if the difference between the limits of the
rated voltage range does not exceed 10 % of the mean value of the range. If the difference
between the limits of the rated voltage range exceeds 10 % of the mean value, the tests are
carried out with the supply voltage set to the upper limit of the range.
The measurements are made with the appliance fitted with a clean dust bag and filter and
with the water container, if any, empty. If the appliance is intended for use only with a hose,
detachable nozzles are removed and the hose is laid out straight. If the appliance is provided
with a hose as an optional accessory, it is operated without the hose.
Electrically driven devices, if any, are in operation but are not in contact with the floor or any
other surface or with the means used to seal the air inlet.
The normal load is equal to the mean load P for the electrically driven agitating device such
r
as a motor driven brush determined in accordance with the following:
– the agitating device operates on a carpet as specified in IEC 60312;
– the mean load P is determined when using the device in the following way:
r
After setting the device according to the manufacturer's instructions the device should be
moved twice over a distance of 5 m in the direction giving the highest load;
– the motor responsible for the airflow operates under the same conditions as determining
P , i.e. no airflow restrictions, and measurements are taken after 3 min;
f
– the device is adjusted to the carpet pile height in accordance with the recommendations of
the manufacturer;
– it is necessary to move the agitating device slowly across the carpet in the usual manner
to avoid carpet damage.
3.1.9.101 Soiled water discharge pumps are normally operated as follows.
The pump delivers a continuous flow of water without any soiled water discharge hose
attached to the soiled water outlet of the machines unless the discharge hose is permanently
attached to the machine. The vacuum motor shall work during the test, unless an interlock
device is provided to prevent combined operation of both motors.
3.101
soiled water discharge pump
pump for discharging the soiled water from the machine.
3.102
water-suction cleaning appliance
appliance for aspirating an aqueous solution that may contain foaming detergent

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3.103
motorized cleaning head
accessory containing a motor that is supplied from the appliance and which is attached to the
end of a hand-held hose or tube
NOTE The main cleaning head permanently attached is not regarded as a motorized cleaning head.
4 General requirement
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
5 General conditions for the tests
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
6 Classification
This clause of Part 1 is applicable, except as follows.
6.1 Replacement:
Vacuum cleaners and their attachments shall be of class I, class II or class III with respect
to their protection against electric shock.
Metal parts that may continuously contact the body shall be considered as handles for which
22.36 applies.
Compliance is checked by inspection and by the relevant tests.
6.2 Addition:
Water suction appliances shall be so constructed that neither water nor foam from detergents
can penetrate into the motor or come in contact with live parts.
Water suction appliances shall be at least IPX4.
7 Marking and instructions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable, except as follows.

7.6 Addition:
[symbol IEC 60417-5935 (DB:2000-10] motorized cleaning head for
water-suction cleaning
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7.9 Addition:
The operation of the motor is deemed to be an adequate indication of the switch position.
7.12 Addition:
The front cover of the instruction manual shall include the substance of the following:
CAUTION Read the instruction manual before using the appliance.
This wording may be replaced by symbols ISO 7000-0434A/B and ISO 7000-1641
(DB:2004:01). If these symbols are used, their meaning is to be explained in the instructions
for use.
The instruction manual shall include the substance of the following warnings, as applicable.
– CAUTION  This appliance is not suitable for picking up hazardous dust.
– CAUTION  This appliance is for dry use only and is not to be used or stored outdoors in
wet conditions.
– WARNING  Only use the brushes provided with the appliance or those specified in the
instruction manual. The use of other brushes may impair safety.
The instruction manual shall give details regarding the following, as applicable:
– the precautions to be taken when using the appliance under specific conditions such as
handling flammable liquids or dust and dust hazardous to health;
– a statement that the appliance is to be disconnected from its power source during cleaning
or maintenance, and that when replacing parts or converting the appliance to another
function:
• for mains operated appliances, the plug is to be removed from the socket-outlet;
• for battery operated appliances, the key of the supply switch is to be removed or an
equivalent disconnection is to be made;
– the intended use of brushes which are specified for the appliance.
The instruction manual shall state the A-weighted sound pressure level L in dB(A) emitted
PA
by the appliance. If the A-weighted sound pressure level exceeds 85 dB(A), it shall also state
the sound power level L in dB(A) and that appropriate ear protection has to be used (the
WA
sound level is measured in accordance with IEC 60704-2-1).
The instruction manual shall include the substance of the following.
This appliance is suitable for commercial use, for example in hotels, schools, hospitals,
factories, shops, offices and rental businesses.
The instruction manual for mains operated appliances shall include the substance of the
following:
– do not allow the rotating brushes to come into contact with the supply cord;

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– regularly examine the supply cord for damage, such as cracking or ageing. If damage is
found, replace the cord before further use;
– only replace the supply cord with the type specified in the instruction manual;
– only use the socket outlet on the appliance for purposes specified in the instruction
manual.
For wet suction appliances, the instruction manual shall state the substance of the following:
– CAUTION  If foam or liquid escapes from the appliance, switch off immediately.
– regularly clean the water level limiting device in accordance with the instructions and
examine it for signs of damage.
The instructions for appliances having a current-carrying hose operating at other than safety
extra-low voltage shall include the substance of the following:
CAUTION: This hose contains electrical connections:
– do not use to collect water;
– do not immerse in water for cleaning;
– the hose should be checked regularly and shall not be used if damaged.
If symbol IEC 60417-5935 is used, its meaning shall be explained.
7.14 Addition:
The height of symbol IEC 60417-5935 shall be at least 15 mm.
Compliance is checked by measurement.
7.101 Motorized cleaning heads shall be marked with
– rated voltage or rated voltage range in volts;
– rated power input in watts;
– name, trade mark or identification mark of the manufacturer or responsible vendor;
– model or type reference.
Motorized cleaning heads for water-suction cleaning appliances, except those of class III
construction having a working voltage up to 24 V shall be marked with symbol IEC 60417-
5935.
NOTE This symbol is an information sign and, except for the colours, the rules of ISO 3864 apply.
Compliance is checked by inspection.
7.102 Appliance outlets for accessories shall be marked with the maximum load in watts.
NOTE This marking may be on the appliance close to the appliance outlet.
Compliance is checked by inspection.

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8 Protection against access to live parts
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
8.1 Addition:
NOTE 101 The soiled liquid picked up by the wet suction appliance is considered to be conductive.
8.1.4 Addition:
Isolated battery systems of 18 to 24 cells of either acid or alkaline electrochemistry, including
gel batteries, shall be regarded as Class III provided that
– the maximum voltage per cell on charge does not exceed 2,7 V;
– there are no earthed parts (see Clause 27);
– conductive parts cannot fall on to and thereby bridge live parts of opposite polarity (see
Clause 22).
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.
10.1 Addition:
The power input of motorized cleaning heads is measured separately.
11 Heating
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
11.3 Addition:
If it is necessary to dismantle the appliance for fitting thermocouples or other wiring, the input
shall be measured before and after fitting at the lowest possible load, for example, with closed
suction openings, with brushes not in contact with the floor, with declutched drive, etc. to
check that the assembling has been accomplished properly.
11.4 Not applicable.
11.5 Addition:
For the heating test the normal load P on the motor driving the moving brushes can be
r
simulated by a brake or other means.
11.6 Not applicable.
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11.7 Addition:
Appliances are operated until steady conditions are established.
12 Void
13 Leakage current and electric strength at operating temperature
This clause of Part 1 is applicable, except as follows.
13.2 Addition:
For class I appliances where several motors operate at the same time, the leakage current
shall not exceed 3,5 mA
14 Transient overvoltages
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
15 Moisture resistance
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
15.1.2 Addition:
Wet suction appliances shall be operated for 10 min on a level surface wetted by a detergent
solution specified in 15.2.
In practice the pick-up consists largely of air such that there is no overloading of the suction
motor; the input load should be observed to avoid overloading.
15.2 Replacement:
Appliances having a liquid container shall be so constructed that spillage of liquid due to
overfilling and, for unstable appliances and hand-held appliances, overturning, does not
affect their electrical insulation.
Compliance is checked by the following tests:
Appliances having a liquid container and provided with an appliance inlet are fitted with an
appropriate connector and flexible cable or cord; appliances having a liquid container and
type X attachment are fitted with the lightest cross-sectional area specified in Table 11.
Other appliances are tested as delivered.
The liquid container of the appliance is completely filled with water containing approximately
1 % NaCl and a further quantity, equal to 15 % of the capacity of the container or 0,25 l,
whichever is the greater, is poured in steadily over a period of 1 min.

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Hand-held appliances and appliances which are unstable are then, with the container
completely filled and with the cover or lid in place, overturned from the most unfavourable of
the normal positions of use, and are left in that position for 5 min unless the appliance returns
automatically to its normal position of use.
NOTE 101 Appliances are considered to be unstable if they overturn when applying a force of 180 N at the top of
the appliance in the most unfavourable horizontal direction while they are placed in the most unfavourable of the
normal positions of use on a support inclined at an angle of 10° to the horizontal, the liquid container being filled to
half the level indicated in the manufacturer's instructions.
Nozzles and motorized cleaning heads of water-suction cleaning appliances are placed in
a container, the base of which is level with the surface supporting the appliance. The
container is filled with a detergent solution to a level of 5 mm above its base, this level being
maintained throughout the test.
The solution consists of 20 g of NaCl and 1 ml of a solution of 28 % by mass of dodecyl
sodium sulphate in each 8 l of water.
The appliance is operated until its liquid container is completely full and for a further 5 min.
NOTE 102 The solution should be stored in a cool atmosphere and used within seven days of its preparation.
NOTE 103 The chemical designation of dodecyl sodium sulphate is C12H25NaSO4.
NOTE 104 If it is not possible to overfill the container for soiled liquid owing to the construction of the appliance,
the test specified in 19.101 is considered to be adequate.
After each of these tests, the appliance shall withstand the electric strength test of 16.3.
Inspection shall show that there is no trace of liquid on insulation that could result in a
reduction of clearances or creepage distances below the values specified in Clause 29.
NOTE 105 The appliance is allowed to stand in normal test room atmosphere for 24h before being subjected to
the test of 15.3
15.3 Modification:
The relative humidity shall be (93 ± 6) %.
15.101 Motorized cleaning heads of water suction cleaning appliances shall be resistant
to liquids that may come into contact with them.
Compliance is checked by the following tests.
The motorized cleaning head is subjected to an impact test as described in IEC 60068-2-75,
the value of the impact being 2 J. The motorized cleaning head is rigidly supported and
three blows are applied to every point of the enclosure that is likely to be weak.
It is then subjected to the free fall test procedure 1 of IEC 60068-2-32. It is dropped 4 000
times from a height of 100 mm onto a steel plate having a thickness of not less than 15 mm. It
is dropped
– 1000 times on its right side;
– 1000 times on its left side;
– 1000 times on its front face;
– 1000 times on its cleaning surface.

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The motorized cleaning head is then subjected to the test described in 14.2.7 of IEC 60529,
the water containing approximately 1 % NaCl.
The motorized cleaning head shall then withstand the electric strength test of 16.3, the
voltage being applied between the live parts and the solution, and inspection shall show that
there is no trace of saline solution on insulation which could result in a reduction of
clearances and creepage distances below the values specified in Clause 29.
NOTE The test is not carried out on motorized cleaning heads of class III construction having a working
voltage up to 24 V.
16 Leakage current and electric strength
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
16.3 Addition:
Current-carrying hoses, except for their electrical connections, are immersed for 1 h in water
containing approximately 1 % NaCl, at 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.
19.1 Addition:
Appliances are also subjected to the test of 19.101.
The test of 19.7 is only carried out on motorized cleaning heads.
19.2 Addition:
The appliance is tested without liquid in the container.
NOTE 101 The term restricted heat dissipation means without liquid in the container.
19.7 Addition:
Motorized cleaning heads are tested with the rotating brush or similar device locked for
30 s.
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19.9 Not applicable.
19.10 Addition:
NOTE 101 For this test the lowest possible load for radial turbines is obtained with the air inlet sealed. Other
turbine types may have different characteristics.
In the case of cleaners driving a brush or agitator, the belt is removed.
19.101 Appliances having containers that are provided with shut-off device(s) or valve(s) are
again subjected to the test of 15.2.
Stop valves or other fluid shut-off devices are made inoperative. If two or more independent
shut-off devices are provided, only one of them is made inoperative at a time, provided that
they have passed the test of operating 3 000 times satisfactorily. Otherwise all devices that
failed are made inoperative.
NOTE Care should be taken to suck up an air-liquid mixture to prevent overloading of the motor of the suction
unit. The input power should be observed to avoid overloading.
After this test, the appliance shall be subjected to the electrical strength test of 16.4.
Inspection shall show that water has not entered the appliance to any dangerous extent. In
particular, there shall be no trace of water on the electrical insulation that would result in the
reduction of clearance and creepage distances below the limits specified in Clause 29.
20 Stability and mechanical hazards
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
20.1 Addition:
NOTE 101 Motorized cleaning heads are not subjected to this test.
20.2 Addition:
This requirement does not apply to rotating brushes and similar devices, or to moving parts
exposed during the fitting of accessories that allow conversion from one application to another.
20.101 Shaft ends and similar rotating parts shall be protected if they protrude by more than
a quarter of their diameter, unless the end is rounded and less than 50 mm in length.
Injury due to unintentional closing or slamming of parts, such as movable side walls and
covers, shall be prevented.
Wheels or rollers for the transport of appliances heavier than 20 kg shall be located or
protected so that injury to the feet of the operat
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IEC 60335-2-69
Edition 3.1 2005-01
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
NORME
INTERNATIONALE
Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety –
Part 2-69: Particular requirements for wet and dry vacuum cleaners, including
power brush, for industrial and commercial use

Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues – Sécurité –
Partie 2-69: Règles particulières pour les aspirateurs fonctionnant en présence
d'eau ou à sec, y compris les brosses motorisées, à usage industriel et
commercial
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IEC 60335-2-69
Edition 3.1 2005-01
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
NORME
INTERNATIONALE
Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety –
Part 2-69: Particular requirements for wet and dry vacuum cleaners, including
power brush, for industrial and commercial use

Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues – Sécurité –
Partie 2-69: Règles particulières pour les aspirateurs fonctionnant en présence
d'eau ou à sec, y compris les brosses motorisées, à usage industriel et
commercial
INTERNATIONAL
ELECTROTECHNICAL
COMMISSION
COMMISSION
ELECTROTECHNIQUE
PRICE CODE
INTERNATIONALE
CS
CODE PRIX
ICS 97.080 ISBN 2-8318-8403-9
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SOMMAIRE
AVANT-PROPOS.6

INTRODUCTION.10

1 Domaine d'application .12

2 Références normatives.14

3 Définitions .14

4 Exigences générales .18
5 Conditions générales d’essai.18
6 Classification.18
7 Marquage et instructions .18
8 Protection contre l’accès aux parties actives .24
9 Démarrage des appareils à moteur.24
10 Puissance et courant .24
11 Echauffements .24
12 Vacant.26
13 Courant de fuite et rigidité diélectrique à la température de régime .26
14 Surtensions transitoires.26
15 Résistance à l’humidité.26
16 Courant de fuite et rigidité diélectrique .30
17 Protection contre la surcharge des transformateurs et des circuits associés.30
18 Endurance.30
19 Fonctionnement anormal .30
20 Stabilité et dangers mécaniques .32
21 Résistance mécanique .34
22 Construction .38
23 Câblage interne .40
24 Composants .40
25 Raccordement au réseau et câbles souples extérieurs .42
26 Bornes pour conducteurs externes .44
27 Dispositions en vue de la mise à la terre .44
28 Vis et connexions .44
29 Distances d’isolement, lignes de fuite et isolation solide.44
30 Résistance à la chaleur et au feu.44
31 Protection contre la rouille.44
32 Rayonnement, toxicité et dangers analogues.44

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CONTENTS
FOREWORD.7

INTRODUCTION.11

1 Scope.13

2 Normative references .15

3 Definitions .15

4 General requirement.19
5 General conditions for the tests .19
6 Classification.19
7 Marking and instructions.19
8 Protection against access to live parts.25
9 Starting of motor-operated appliances .25
10 Power input and current .25
11 Heating .25
12 Void.27
13 Leakage current and electric strength at operating temperature.27
14 Transient overvoltages .27
15 Moisture resistance .27
16 Leakage current and electric strength.31
17 Overload protection of transformers and associated circuits .31
18 Endurance.31
19 Abnormal operation .31
20 Stability and mechanical hazards .33
21 Mechanical strength .35
22 Construction .39
23 Internal wiring.41
24 Components .41
25 Supply connection and external flexible cords .43

26 Terminals for external conductors.45
27 Provision for earthing .45
28 Screws and connections .45
29 Clearances, creepage distances and solid insulation .45
30 Resistance to heat and fire.45
31 Resistance to rusting.45
32 Radiation, toxicity and similar hazards.45

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Annex A (normative) Essais individuels de série .52

Annexe AA (normative) Exigences particulières pour les aspirateurs, les balayeuses

à aspiration et les extracteurs de poussière destinés au ramassage

des poussières dangereuses pour la santé .52

Annexe BB (informative) Liste des poussières présentant un risque d’explosion
en cas d’inflammation .80

Annexe CC (normative) Exigences particulières pour les aspirateurs, les balayeuses

à aspiration et les extracteurs de poussières destinés au ramassage

des poussières présentant des risques d’explosion.92

Annexe DD (normative) Exigences particulières pour les aspirateurs qui sont utilisés

en zone protégée contre les décharges électrostatiques .108

Bibliographie.116

Figure 101 – Dispositif pour essai d’impacts .46
Figure 102 – Appareillage pour les essais de résistance à l’abrasion
des flexibles conducteurs.48
Figure 103 – Appareil pour l'essai de la résistance à la flexion des tuyaux parcourus
par le courant .48
Figure 104 – Configuration du flexible pour le traitement à basse température.50
Figure 105 – Positions de flexion pour le tuyau après retrait de l’armoire de congélation.50
Figure AA.1 – Etiquette de mise en garde.76
Figure AA.2 – Méthode d'essai pour le matériau du filtre principal .76
Figure AA.3 – Essai in situ de l'élément du filtre principal .78
Figure AA.4 – Essai de l'appareil assemblé .78
Figure CC.1 – Marquage – Aspirateurs de Type 22 et balayeuses à aspiration .106
Figure CC.2 – Marquage – Extracteur de poussières de Type 22 .106

Tableau 12 – Force de traction et couple de torsion.42
Tableau AA.1 – Limites de pénétration.62
Tableau AA.2 – Matériaux ayant une faible tendance au vieillissement .72

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Annex A (normative) Routine tests.53

Annex AA (normative) Particular requirements for vacuum cleaners, suction sweeping

machines and dust extractors for the collection of dusts hazardous to health.53

Annex BB (informative) List of dusts which are an explosion risk when subject to

ignition conditions .81

Annex CC (normative) Particular requirements for vacuum cleaners,

suction sweeping machines and dust extractors for the collection of dusts

which are an explosion risk.93

Annex DD (normative) Particular requirements for vacuum cleaners

for use in ESD protected areas .109

Bibliography.117

Figure 101 – Impact test apparatus.47
Figure 102 – Apparatus for testing the abrasion resistance of current-carrying hoses .49
Figure 103 – Apparatus for testing the resistance to flexing of current-carrying hoses .49
Figure 104 – Configuration of the hose for the freezing treatment .51
Figure 105 – Flexing positions for the hose after removal from the freezing cabinet.51
Figure AA.1 – Warning label .77
Figure AA.2 – Test method for essential filter material .77
Figure AA.3 – In situ essential filter element test .79
Figure AA.4 – Assembled appliance test .79
Figure CC.1 – Marking – Type 22 vacuum cleaners and suction sweeping machines .107
Figure CC.2 – Marking – Type 22 dust extractor .107

Table 12 – Pull force and torque .43
Table AA.1 – Penetration limits.63
Table AA.2 – Materials having a low susceptibility to ageing.73

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AVANT-PROPOS
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responsable de ne pas avoir identifié de tels droits de propriété et de ne pas avoir signalé leur existence.
La Norme internationale CEI 60335-2-69 a été établie par le sous-comité 61J: Appareils
électriques à moteur de nettoyage pour usage industriel, du comité d'études 61 de la CEI:
Sécurité des appareils électrodomestiques et analogues.
La présente version consolidée de la CEI 60335-2-69 comprend la troisième édition (2002)
[documents 61J/131/FDIS et 61J/136/RVD] et son amendement 1 (2004) [documents
61J/169/FDIS et 61J/172/RVD].
Le contenu technique de cette version consolidée est donc identique à celui de l'édition de
base et à son amendement; cette version a été préparée par commodité pour l'utilisateur.
Elle porte le numéro d'édition 3.1.
Une ligne verticale dans la marge indique où la publication de base a été modifiée par
l'amendement 1.
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Part 2-69: Particular requirements for wet and dry vacuum cleaners,

including power brush, for industrial and commercial use

FOREWORD
1) The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) is a worldwide organization for standardization comprising
all national electrotechnical committees (IEC National Committees). The object of IEC is to promote
international co-operation on all questions concerning standardization in the electrical and electronic fields. To
this end and in addition to other activities, IEC publishes International Standards, Technical Specifications,
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interested IEC National Committees.
3) IEC Publications have the form of recommendations for international use and are accepted by IEC National
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misinterpretation by any end user.
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transparently to the maximum extent possible in their national and regional publications. Any divergence
between any IEC Publication and the corresponding national or regional publication shall be clearly indicated in
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5) IEC provides no marking procedure to indicate its approval and cannot be rendered responsible for any
equipment declared to be in conformity with an IEC Publication.
6) All users should ensure that they have the latest edition of this publication.
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indispensable for the correct application of this publication.
9) Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this IEC Publication may be the subject of

patent rights. IEC shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
This part of International Standard IEC 60335 has been prepared by sub-committee 61J:
Electrical motor-operated cleaning appliances for industrial use, of IEC technical committee 61:
Safety of household and similar electrical appliances.
This consolidated version of IEC 60335-2-69 consists of the third edition (2002) [documents
61J/131/FDIS and 61J/136/RVD] and its amendment 1 (2004) [documents 61J/169/FDIS and
61J/172/RVD].
The technical content is therefore identical to the base edition and its amendment and has
been prepared for user convenience.
It bears the edition number 3.1.
A vertical line in the margin shows where the base publication has been modified by
amendment 1.
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La version française de cette norme n’a pas été soumise au vote.

Cette version bilingue (2005-12) remplace la version monolingue anglaise.

La présente partie 2 doit être utilisée conjointement avec la dernière édition de la CEI 60335-

1 et ses amendements. Elle a été établie sur la base de la quatrième édition (2001) de cette
norme.
NOTE 1 L’expression «Partie 1» utilisée dans la présente norme fait référence à la CEI 60335-1.

La présente partie 2 complète ou modifie les articles correspondants de la CEI 60335-1 de

façon à transformer cette publication en norme CEI: Règles de sécurité pour les machines
automatiques de traitements des sols à usage industriel et commercial
Lorsqu'un paragraphe particulier de la Partie 1 n'est pas mentionné dans cette partie 2, ce
paragraphe s'applique pour autant qu’il est raisonnable. Lorsque la présente norme spécifie
“addition”, “modification” ou “remplacement”, le texte correspondant de la Partie 1 doit être
adapté en conséquence.
NOTE 2 Le système de numérotation suivant est utilisé:
– les paragraphes, les tableaux et figures qui sont numérotés à partir de 101 viennent en supplément de ceux de
la Partie 1;
– notes: à l’exception de celles qui sont dans un nouveau paragraphe ou de celles qui concernent des notes de
la Partie 1, les notes sont numérotées à partir de 101, y compris celles des articles ou paragraphes qui sont
remplacés;
– des annexes complémentaires sont désignées AA, BB, etc.

NOTE 3 Les caractères d'imprimerie suivants sont utilisés:
– exigences: caractères romains;
– modalités d'essais: caractères italiques;
– notes: petits caractères romains
Les mots en gras dans le texte sont définis à l'Article 3. Lorsqu'une définition concerne un adjectif, l'adjectif et le
nom associé figurent également en gras.
Les différences suivantes existent dans les pays indiqués ci-après.
– 7.12: Il n’existe pas d’exigence relative au marquage du niveau acoustique (USA)
– 25.7: Les câbles en PVC peuvent ne pas être adaptés à une utilisation à l’extérieur à des basses
températures (Finlande, Suède);
– 25.14: L’essai de flexion n’est pas effectué. (U.S.A.)
Le comité a décidé que le contenu de la publication de base et de ses amendements ne sera

pas modifié avant la date de maintenance indiquée sur le site web de la CEI sous
"http://webstore.iec.ch" dans les données relatives à la publication recherchée. A cette date,
la publication sera
• reconduite,
• supprimée,
• remplacée par une édition révisée, ou
• amendée.
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The French version of this standard has not been voted upon.

This bilingual version (2005-12) replaces the English version.

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 wet and dry

vacuum cleaners, including power brush, for industrial and commercial use.
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.
The following differences exist in the countries indicated below.
– 7.12: No requirements for sound marking exist (USA)
– 25.7: PVC-cords may not be suitable for operation outdoors at low temperatures (Finland, Sweden);
– 25.14: Flexing test is not conducted (U.S.A.)
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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INTRODUCTION
Il a été considéré en établissant la présente norme internationale que l'exécution de ses

dispositions était confiée à des personnes expérimentées et ayant une qualification

appropriée.
Cette norme reconnaît le niveau de protection internationalement accepté contre les risques

électriques, mécaniques, thermiques, liés au feu et au rayonnement des appareils, lorsqu'ils

fonctionnent comme en usage normal en tenant compte des instructions du fabricant. Elle

couvre également les situations anormales auxquelles on peut s'attendre dans la pratique.

Cette norme tient compte autant que possible des exigences de la CEI 60364, de façon à
rester compatible avec les règles d'installation quand l’appareil est raccordé au réseau
d’alimentation. Cependant, des règles nationales d'installation peuvent être différentes.
Si un appareil compris dans le domaine d’application de cette norme comporte également des
fonctions qui sont couvertes par une autre partie 2 de la CEI 60335, la partie 2
correspondante est appliquée à chaque fonction séparément, dans la limite du raisonnable. Si
cela est applicable, on tient compte de l’influence d’une fonction sur les autres fonctions.
Cette norme est une norme de famille de produits traitant de la sécurité d’appareils et a
préséance sur les normes horizontales et génériques couvrant le même sujet.
Un appareil conforme au texte de la présente norme ne sera pas nécessairement jugé
conforme aux principes de sécurité de la norme si, lorsqu'il est examiné et soumis aux essais,
il apparaît qu'il présente d'autres caractéristiques qui compromettent le niveau de sécurité
visé par ces exigences.
Un appareil utilisant des matériaux ou présentant des modes de construction différents de
ceux décrits dans les exigences de cette norme peut être examiné et essayé en fonction de
l'objectif poursuivi par ces exigences et, s'il est jugé pratiquement équivalent, il peut être
estimé conforme aux principes de sécurité de la norme.

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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.

This standard takes into account the requirements of IEC 60364 as far as possible so that

there is compatibility with the wiring rules when the appliance is connected to the supply
mains. However, national wiring rules may differ.
If an appliance within the scope of this standard also incorporates functions that are covered
by another Part 2 of IEC 60335, the relevant Part 2 is applied to each function separately, as
far as is reasonable. If applicable, the influence of one function on the other is taken into
account.
This standard is a product family standard dealing with the safety of appliances and takes
precedence over horizontal and generic standards covering the same subject.
An appliance that complies with the text of this standard will not necessarily be considered to
comply with the safety principles of the standard if, when examined and tested, it is found to
have other features 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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à usage industriel et commercial

1 Domaine d'application
L’article de la Partie 1 est remplacé par ce qui suit.
La présente Norme internationale traite de la sécurité des aspirateurs électriques à moteur et
comprend les appareils et les équipements fixes conçus spécialement pour l’aspiration d’eau,
pour l’aspiration à sec ou pour l’aspiration d’eau et l’aspiration à sec, à usage industriel et
commercial, avec ou sans accessoires pour, par exemple, l’élimination des poussières, par
aspiration ou une opération équivalente des chaînes de production et des machines, dont la
tension assignée n’est pas supérieure à 250 V pour les appareils monophasés et à 480 V
pour les autres appareils.
NOTE 101 Les usages industriels et commerciaux comprennent, par exemple, les utilisations dans les hôtels, les
écoles, les hôpitaux, les usines, les boutiques et les bureaux, pour des besoins autres que l’entretien domestique
normal.
La présente norme s'applique également aux appareils aspirant des poussières dangereuses
comme l'amiante ou des liquides pour lesquels des exigences nationales complémentaires
pourraient s'appliquer.
Elle est également applicable aux appareils utilisant d'autres énergies pour le moteur, mais il
est nécessaire de prendre en considération leur influence.
Pour les appareils fonctionnant sur batteries, il convient de faire référence à la CEI 60335-2-72.
NOTE 102 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.
NOTE 103 La présente norme ne s’applique pas

– aux appareils à usage domestique auxquels s'applique la CEI 60335-2-2;
– aux appareils à unité centrale d’aspiration;
– aux appareils destinés à être utilisés dans des locaux présentant des conditions particulières, telles que la
présence d'une atmosphère corrosive ou explosive (vapeur ou gaz);
– aux appareils audio, vidéo et appareils électroniques analogues (CEI 60065);
– aux appareils destinés à des usages médicaux (CEI 60601);
– aux outils électroportatifs à moteur (CEI 60745);
– aux ordinateurs domestiques et équipements analogues (CEI 60950);
– aux machines-outils électriques semi-fixes (CEI 61029).

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including power brush, for industrial and commercial use

1 Scope
This clause of Part 1 is replaced by the following.
This International Standard deals with the safety of electrical motor-operated vacuum
cleaners and includes appliances and stationary equipment specifically designed for wet
suction, dry suction, or wet and dry suction for industrial and commercial use with or without
attachments, for example for suction to withdraw dust or the like from work benches and
production machines, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V for single-phase
appliances and 480 V for other appliances.
NOTE 101 Commercial uses are for example for use in hotels, schools, hospitals, factories, shops and offices for
other than normal housekeeping purposes.
This standard also applies to machines handling hazardous dust, such as asbestos or liquids
for which additional national requirements might apply.
It is also applicable to appliances making use of other forms of energy for the motor; but it is
necessary that their influence is taken into consideration.
For battery operated appliances reference shall be made to IEC 60335-2-72.
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, the national water supply authorities and similar
authorities.
NOTE 103 This standard does not apply to
– appliances for household use to which IEC 60335-2-2 applies;
– centrally sited stationary vacuum cleaning systems;
– appliances intended to be used in locations where special conditions prevail, such as the presence of a
corrosive or explosive atmosphere (vapour or gas);

– audio, video and similar electronic apparatus (IEC 60065);
– appliances for medical purposes (IEC 60601);
– hand-held motor-operated electric tools (IEC 60745);
– personal computers and similar equipment (IEC 60950);
– transportable motor-operated electric tools (IEC 61029).

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2 Références normatives
L’Article de la Partie 1 est applicable avec l’exception suivante.

Addition:
CEI 60312, Aspirateurs de poussière à usage domestique – Méthodes de mesure de l'aptitude

à la fonction
CEI 60335-2-72, Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues – Sécurité – Partie 2-72: Règles

particulières pour les machines automatiques de traitement des sols à usage industriel et
commercial
CEI 60704-2-1, Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues – Code d'essai pour la détermi-
nation du bruit aérien – Partie 2-1: Règles particulières pour les aspirateurs de poussière
CEI 61241-1-1, Matériels électriques destinés à être utilisés en présence de poussières
combustibles – Partie 1: Appareils électriques protégés par enveloppes et limitation de la
température de surface – Section 1: Spécification pour les matériels
CEI 61241-10:2004, Matériels électriqu
...