IEC 60335-2-3:2012

IEC 60335-2-3 ®
Edition 6.0 2012-03
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
NORME
INTERNATIONALE
Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety –
Part 2-3: Particular requirements for electric irons

Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues – Sécurité –
Partie 2-3: Exigences particulières pour les fers à repasser électriques

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IEC 60335-2-3 ®
Edition 6.0 2012-03
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
NORME
INTERNATIONALE
Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety –

Part 2-3: Particular requirements for electric irons

Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues – Sécurité –

Partie 2-3: Exigences particulières pour les fers à repasser électriques

INTERNATIONAL
ELECTROTECHNICAL
COMMISSION
COMMISSION
ELECTROTECHNIQUE
PRICE CODE
INTERNATIONALE
R
CODE PRIX
ICS 13.120; 97.060 ISBN 978-2-8322-0044-5

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

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FOREWORD
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This part of International Standard IEC 60335 has been prepared by IEC technical
committee 61: Safety of household and similar electrical appliances.
This sixth edition cancels and replaces the fifth edition published in 2002 including its
Amendment 1 (2004) and its Amendment 2 (2008). It constitutes a technical revision.
The principal changes in this edition as compared with the fifth edition of IEC 60335-2-3 are
as follows (minor changes are not listed):
‒ some notes have been converted to normative text (20.1, 21.102, 22.106, 24.4, 25.5,
25.14);
‒ hoses that are subjected to the pressure test have been identified (22.7);
‒ the types of flexible cord that can be used are clarified (25.7).

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The text of this standard is based on the following documents:
FDIS Report on voting
61/4342/FDIS 61/4353/RVD
Full information on the voting for the approval of this standard can be found in the report on
voting indicated in the above table.
This publication has been drafted in accordance with the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2.
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 fifth edition (2010) 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 irons.
When a particular subclause of Part 1 is not mentioned in this part 2, that subclause applies
as far as is reasonable. When this standard states “addition”, “modification” or “replacement”,
the relevant text in Part 1 is to be adapted accordingly.
NOTE 2 The following numbering system is used:
– subclauses, tables and figures that are numbered starting from 101 are additional to those in Part 1;
– unless notes are in a new subclause or involve notes in Part 1, they are numbered starting from 101, including
those in a replaced clause or subclause;
– additional annexes are lettered AA, BB, etc.
NOTE 3 The following print types are used:
– requirements: in roman type;
– test specifications: in italic type;
– notes: in small roman type.
Words in bold in the text are defined in Clause 3. When a definition concerns an adjective, the adjective and the
associated noun are also in bold.
A list of all parts of the IEC 60335 series, under the general title: Household and similar
electrical appliances – Safety, can be found on the IEC website.
The committee has decided that the contents of this publication will remain unchanged until
the stability date indicated on the IEC web site under "http://webstore.iec.ch" in the data
related to the specific publication. At this date, the publication will be
• reconfirmed,
• withdrawn,
• replaced by a revised edition, or
• amended.
NOTE 4 The attention of National Committees is drawn to the fact that equipment manufacturers and testing
organizations may need a transitional period following publication of a new, amended or revised IEC publication in
which to make products in accordance with the new requirements and to equip themselves for conducting new or
revised tests.
It is the recommendation of the committee that the content of this publication be adopted for implementation
nationally not earlier than 12 months or later than 36 months from the date of publication.
The following differences exist in the countries indicated below:

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- 5.7: The ambient temperature is 27 °C ± 5 °C (India).
- 6.1: Class 0 and Class 0I irons are not allowed (Indonesia, India).
- 11.8: For the test with the iron on the pointed support, all the temperature rise limits apply (USA).
- 13.2: The test circuit and some leakage current limits are different (India).
- 19.4: The test is also carried out with the iron on the pointed supports (USA).
- 21.101: The drop test is different (USA).
- 22.105: The endurance test is different (USA).
- 25.7: Polyvinyl chloride cords are not allowed (USA).
- 25.14: The flexing test is different (USA).

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INTRODUCTION
It has been assumed in the drafting of this International Standard that the execution of its
provisions is entrusted to appropriately qualified and experienced persons.
This standard recognizes the internationally accepted level of protection against hazards such
as electrical, mechanical, thermal, fire and radiation of appliances when operated as in
normal use taking into account the manufacturer's instructions. It also covers abnormal
situations that can be expected in practice and takes into account the way in which
electromagnetic phenomena can affect the safe operation of appliances.
This standard takes into account the requirements of IEC 60364 as far as possible so that
there is compatibility with the wiring rules when the appliance is connected to the supply
mains. However, national wiring rules may differ.
If an appliance within the scope of this standard also incorporates functions that are covered
by another part 2 of IEC 60335, the relevant part 2 is applied to each function separately, as
far as is reasonable. If applicable, the influence of one function on the other is taken into
account.
When a part 2 standard does not include additional requirements to cover hazards dealt with
in Part 1, Part 1 applies.
NOTE 1 This means that the technical committees responsible for the part 2 standards have determined that it is
not necessary to specify particular requirements for the appliance in question over and above the general
requirements.
This standard is a product family standard dealing with the safety of appliances and takes
precedence over horizontal and generic standards covering the same subject.
NOTE 2 Horizontal and generic standards covering a hazard are not applicable since they have been taken into
consideration when developing the general and particular requirements for the IEC 60335 series of standards. For
example, in the case of temperature requirements for surfaces on many appliances, generic standards, such as
ISO 13732-1 for hot surfaces, are not applicable in addition to Part 1 or part 2 standards.
An appliance that complies with the text of this standard will not necessarily be considered to
comply with the safety principles of the standard if, when examined and tested, it is found to
have other features which impair the level of safety covered by these requirements.
An appliance employing materials or having forms of construction differing from those detailed
in the requirements of this standard may be examined and tested according to the intent of
the requirements and, if found to be substantially equivalent, may be considered to comply
with the standard.
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1 Scope
This clause of Part 1 is replaced by the following.
This International Standard deals with the safety of electric dry irons and steam irons,
including those with a separate water reservoir or boiler having a capacity not exceeding 5 l,
for household and similar purposes, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V.
Appliances not intended for normal household use, but which nevertheless may be a source
of danger to the public, such as appliances intended to be used by laymen in shops, in light
industry and on farms, are within the scope of this standard.
As far as is practicable, this standard deals with the common hazards presented by
appliances, which are encountered by all persons in and around the home. However, in
general, it does not take into account
– persons (including children) whose
• physical, sensory or mental capabilities; or
• lack of experience and knowledge prevents them from using the appliance safely
without supervision or instruction;
– children playing with the appliance.
NOTE 101 Attention is drawn to the fact that
– for appliances intended to be used in vehicles or on board ships or aircraft, additional requirements may be
necessary;
– in many countries additional requirements are specified by the national health authorities, the national
authorities responsible for the protection of labour and similar authorities;
– additional requirements for pressure vessels may be specified by the national authorities responsible for the
safety of pressure vessels.
NOTE 102 This standard does not apply to
– ironers (IEC 60335-2-44);
– appliances designed exclusively for industrial purposes;
– appliances intended to be used in locations where special conditions prevail, such as the presence of a
corrosive or explosive atmosphere (dust, vapour or gas).
2 Normative references
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.

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3 Terms and definitions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
3.1.9 Replacement:
normal operation
operation of the appliance under the following conditions
The iron is placed on its stand and is operated with its thermostat at the highest setting.
If the iron does not have a thermostat, the surface temperature at the mid-point of the centre
line of the soleplate is maintained at 250 °C ± 10 °C by switching the supply on and off, or at
the highest temperature if it is lower.
Steam irons with a separate water reservoir or boiler are operated with the water reservoir or
boiler filled with water.
Pressurized steam irons incorporating the boiler are operated with or without water,
whichever is more unfavourable.
Other steam irons are operated empty.
3.101
steam iron
iron having means to produce and supply steam to the textile material during ironing
Note 1 to entry Steam irons may incorporate a means for blowing steam onto clothes.
3.102
vented steam iron
steam iron in which steam is produced when the water contacts the soleplate, the water
reservoir being at atmospheric pressure
Note 1 to entry The water reservoir may be incorporated in the iron or connected to the iron by a hose.
3.103
pressurized steam iron
steam iron in which steam is produced in a boiler at a pressure exceeding 50 kPa
Note 1 to entry The boiler may be incorporated in the iron or connected to the iron by a hose.
3.104
instantaneous steam iron
steam iron in which small quantities of water are pumped from the water reservoir and in
which steam is produced when the water contacts the walls of the boiler, the water reservoir
and the boiler being at atmospheric pressure
Note 1 to entry The water reservoir and the boiler are connected to the iron by a hose.
3.105
cordless iron
iron that is connected to the supply only when placed on its stand
Note 1 to entry Cordless irons may be directly connected to the supply mains during ironing by a detachable
part to which the supply cord is fixed.

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3.106
soleplate
heated part of the iron which is pressed against the textile material while ironing
3.107
stand
heel of the iron or a separate part provided with the iron, on which the iron is placed when at
rest
Note 1 to entry The separate water reservoir or boiler may serve as the stand.
4 General requirement
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
5 General conditions for the tests
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
5.2 Addition:
If a protective device becomes open circuit during the tests of 21.101, the test is continued
on a separate appliance.
NOTE 101 The test of 21.102 is carried out on a separate appliance. The additional test of 25.14 is carried out on
a separate appliance.
5.3 Addition:
For irons with a thermostat, the test of 21.101 is carried out before the test of Clause 11.
The test of 22.102 is carried out during the test of Clause 11.
5.101 Irons are tested as heating appliances even if they incorporate a motor.
5.102 If a cordless iron can also be directly connected to the supply mains during ironing,
the relevant tests are applicable for both modes of operation.
6 Classification
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
7 Marking and instructions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
7.1 Modification:
Appliances shall be marked with their rated power input.

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Addition:
Separate stands shall be marked with
– name, trademark or identification mark of the manufacturer or responsible vendor;
– model or type reference of the stand.
Stands of cordless irons shall be marked with their
– rated voltage or rated voltage range;
– rated power input.
7.12 Addition:
The instructions shall contain the substance of the following:
– the iron must not be left unattended while it is connected to the supply mains;
– the plug must be removed from the socket-outlet before the water reservoir is filled with
water (for steam irons and irons incorporating means for spraying water);
– the filling aperture must not be opened during use. Instructions for the safe refilling of the
water reservoir shall be given (for pressurized steam irons);
– the iron must only be used with the stand provided (for cordless irons);
– the iron is not intended for regular use (for travel irons);
– the iron must be used and rested on a flat, stable surface;
– when placing the iron on its stand, ensure that the surface on which the stand is placed is
stable;
– the iron is not to be used if it has been dropped, if there are visible signs of damage or if it
is leaking.
7.15 Addition:
For steam irons with a separate water reservoir or boiler, the total rated power input shall
be marked on the part containing the supply terminals or supply cord.
8 Protection against access to live parts
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
8.1.2 Addition:
NOTE 101 Connecting devices in stands of cordless irons are not considered to be socket-outlets.
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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11 Heating
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
11.2 Replacement:
Irons are placed on their stands on the floor of a test corner and away from the walls.
However, the separate water reservoir or boiler of steam irons is placed as near to the walls
as possible. Dull black painted plywood approximately 20 mm thick is used for the test corner.
Vented steam irons with a separate water reservoir, pressurized steam irons and
instantaneous steam irons are tested with the water reservoir empty and filled but without
steam emission.
Irons, other than cordless irons, are also tested with the soleplate in the horizontal position
placed on three pointed metallic supports that have a height of at least 100 mm. Vented
steam irons with a separate water reservoir, pressurized steam irons and instantaneous
steam irons are operated with the water reservoir or boiler filled.
For appliances provided with an automatic cord reel, one-third of the total length of the cord is
unreeled. The temperature rise of the cord sheath is determined as near as possible to the
hub of the reel and also between the two outermost layers of the cord on the reel. However, if
the cord reel is incorporated in a part that is moved during ironing, the cord is completely
unreeled.
For cord storage devices, other than automatic cord reels, that are intended to partially
accommodate the supply cord while the appliance is in operation, 50 cm of the cord is
unwound. However, for cord storage devices on parts that are moved during ironing, the cord
is completely unwound. The temperature rise of the stored part of the cord is determined at
the most unfavourable place.
11.4 Addition:
If the temperature rise limits are exceeded in appliances incorporating motors, transformers or
electronic circuits and the power input is lower than the rated power input, the test is
repeated with the appliance supplied at 1,06 times rated voltage.
11.7 Replacement:
Irons are operated until steady conditions are established.
When vented steam irons with a separate water reservoir, pressurized steam irons and
instantaneous steam irons are tested with the iron placed on the pointed supports, steam is
emitted in cycles, each cycle having a period of 10 s with steam emission and a period of 10 s
with the steam emission interrupted.
11.8 Modification:
Except for supply cords connected to separate containers, the temperature rise limit for the
insulation of wiring and supply cords is increased from 50 K to 60 K.
Addition:
During the test with the iron placed on the pointed supports, only the temperature rises of the
insulation of internal wiring and flexible cords are measured. However, the temperature rise
limits apply to the water reservoir and the hose of pressurized steam irons and

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instantaneous steam irons. The temperature rise of the accessible surface of the hose
shall comply with the temperature rise limits for handles that are held for short periods only in
normal use. However, if a non-metallic hose is covered by textile material, the temperature
rise of the surface of the textile material shall not exceed 80 K.
The temperature rise limits of motors, transformers and components of electronic circuits,
including parts directly influenced by them, may be exceeded when the appliance is operated
at 1,15 times rated power input.
12 Void
13 Leakage current and electric strength at operating temperature
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
14 Transient overvoltages
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
15 Moisture resistance
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
15.2 Modification:
The test for steam irons, other than those with a separate water reservoir or boiler, is carried
out as follows.
The iron is placed in the filling position according to the instructions and filled with water
containing approximately 1 % NaCl. A further quantity of 0,1 l is steadily poured into the filling
opening over a period of 1 min. The iron is then placed on its stand and subjected to the
electric strength test of 16.3. The iron is left on its stand for 10 min after which the electric
strength test is repeated.
The iron, while still filled, is operated at rated power input for 1 min under normal
operation. It shall then withstand the electric strength test of 16.3.
Cordless irons are also filled with the saline solution while resting on their stands, if the iron
can easily be filled in this position.
16 Leakage current and electric strength
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
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 Modification:
The tests of 19.2 and 19.3 are not carried out. The test of 19.5 is only carried out on separate
boilers of steam irons.
Addition:
Cordless irons are also subjected to the test of 19.101.
19.4 Modification:
The test is carried out at rated power input.
Addition:
Steam irons are tested with or without water, whichever is more unfavourable.
The test is only carried out with the iron resting on its stand.
Any control that limits the pressure during the test of Clause 11 is rendered inoperative.
19.7 Addition:
The test is carried out for 5 min unless the motor is kept switched on by hand.
19.101 Cordless irons are operated under normal operation at rated power input until the
thermostat operates for the first time. The iron is then placed on its stand in the position that
most adversely affects the material of the stand.
20 Stability and mechanical hazards
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
20.1 Replacement:
Irons shall have adequate stability.
Compliance is checked by the following test, which is carried out with the appliance not
connected to the supply mains.
Irons incorporating a stand are placed on their stand on a plane inclined at an angle of 10° to
the horizontal, the cord resting on the inclined plane in the most unfavourable position. Irons
supplied with a separate stand are placed on the stand on a plane inclined at an angle of 15°
to the horizontal.
Appliances intended to be filled with liquid by the user in normal use are tested empty or filled
with the most unfavourable quantity of water up to the capacity indicated in the instructions.
NOTE The stand can be tapped to overcome static friction between the iron and the stand.

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If the iron overturns or slips off the stand in one or more positions, it is tested as specified in
Clause 11 in all these positions.
The temperature rise shall not exceed the values specified in Table 9.
21 Mechanical strength
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
21.1 Addition:
Compliance is also checked by the tests of 21.101 and 21.102.
21.101 The iron is operated under normal operation at rated power input and, except for
cordless irons, the soleplate temperature is maintained under these conditions throughout
the test.
The iron is then suspended by its handle with the soleplate in the horizontal position. It is
dropped from a height of 40 mm onto a rigidly supported steel plate having a thickness of at
least 15 mm and a mass of at least 15 kg. The test is carried out 1 000 times at a rate not
exceeding 20 drops per min.
The test is conducted so that the iron rests on the steel plate for approximately 15 % of the
time.
NOTE The iron is suspended so that the impact energy is only influenced by its mass.
After the test, the iron shall not be damaged to such an extent that compliance with 8.1, 15.2
and Clause 29, is impaired. In case of doubt, supplementary insulation and reinforced
insulation is subjected to the electric strength test of 16.3.
21.102 A separate sample of the iron is supplied at rated voltage with the thermostat set to
the highest position. When the thermostat operates, the iron is disconnected from the supply.
The hand-held part of the iron is then placed in a sling that is constructed by tying together
the four corners of a single layer of cheesecloth. The lowest point of the sling is suspended at
a height of 900 mm above a horizontal hardwood board approximately 20 mm thick placed on
a concrete or similar hard surface.
The iron in the sling is dropped from a stationary position. The test is carried out three times,
the iron being positioned so that it falls onto the board first on the right side, then on the left
side and subsequently on its heel. The iron is reheated prior to each drop.
After the test, the iron shall withstand the electric strength test of 16.3, steam irons first
being filled with water as specified in the instructions and allowed to rest for 10 min on their
stands.
The iron shall not be damaged to such an extent that compliance with 8.1 and 19.4 is
impaired.
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22 Construction
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
22.7 Replacement:
Pressurized steam irons and instantaneous steam irons shall incorporate adequate
safeguards against the risk of excessive pressure.
If jets of steam or hot water are emitted through protective devices, the electrical insulation
shall not be affected or the user exposed to a hazard.
Compliance is checked by inspection and by the following test.
For pressurized steam irons, the maximum pressure occurring during the test of Clause 11
with the boiler filled but without steam emission is measured. All pressure-regulating devices
that operated during the test are rendered inoperative and the pressure shall not exceed three
times the previously measured value. Any pressure-limiting protective device is then
rendered inoperative and the pressure in the boiler is raised hydraulically to five times the
pressure measured originally or twice the pressure measured with the pressure-regulating
devices rendered inoperative, whichever is higher. This pressure is maintained for 1 min.
There shall be no leakage from the appliance. Hoses that are subjected to the pressure within
the boiler when the iron is placed on its rest or during normal use of the appliance are also
subjected to the hydraulic pressure test.
Pressurized steam irons in which the device regulating the steam supply is within the boiler
are operated as specified in Clause 11 but with all pressure-regulating devices operating
during the test of Clause 11 rendered inoperative. All vents in the soleplate are sealed and
the device regulating the steam supply is opened. There shall be no leakage from the hose
except at an intentionally weak place within the enclosure of the boiler. If this occurs, the test
is repeated on another appliance that shall also leak in the same way.
All vents in the soleplate of instantaneous steam irons are sealed and the pressure in the
water reservoir is raised hydraulically until the pressure-limiting protective device operates.
The pressure shall not exceed 50 kPa. The outlet through the protective device is then
sealed and the pressure is raised to 100 kPa and maintained at this value for 1 min. There
shall be no leakage from the appliance.
22.101 Irons shall be provided with a stand.
Compliance is checked by inspection.
22.102 Steam irons shall be constructed so that there is no spillage of water or sudden jets
of steam or hot water likely to expose the user to a hazard when the iron is used in
accordance with the instructions.
When removing the filling cap of boilers, the pressure shall be relieved in a controlled manner
before the cap is removed completely, to avoid the emission of jets of steam or hot water in a
manner likely to expose the user to a hazard.
Compliance is checked by inspection during the test of Clause 11 and by removing the filling
cap at the end of the test.
22.103 The boiler of steam irons with a separate boiler shall incorporate at least one non-
self-resetting thermal cut-out that is only accessible by means of a tool.

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Compliance is checked by inspection.
22.104 Pressure-limiting protective devices that operate during the tests of 19.4 and 22.7
shall have an inlet aperture at least 5 mm in diameter or 20 mm in area and a width of at
least 4 mm. The area of the aperture at the outlet shall not be less than that of the aperture at
the inlet.
Compliance is checked by measurement.
22.105 The connection contacts of cordless irons shall be constructed so that any electrical
or mechanical failure occurring in normal use will not give rise to a hazard.
Compliance is checked by the following test.
The two live pins of the iron are connected together and an external resistive load is
connected in series with the supply. The external load is such that the current is 1,1 times
rated current when the iron is supplied at rated voltage.
The iron is placed on its stand and withdrawn 50 000 times, at a rate of 10 times per minute.
The test is continued for a further 50 000 times without current flowing.
After the test, the iron shall be fit for further use and compliance with 8.1, 16.3, 27.5 and
Clause 29 shall not be impaired.
22.106 Cordless irons that may be directly connected to the supply mains during ironing
shall be constructed so that the iron is adequately retained to the stand during ironing with
the stand connected.
Compliance is checked with any locking device engaged before carrying out the test.
The force necessary to withdraw the stand from the iron shall be at least 30 N.
22.107 Pressurized steam irons incorporating more than one water reservoir connected
together shall incorporate a pressure-limiting protective device in each reservoir containing a
heating element.
Pressurized steam irons incorporating more than one boiler connected together shall
incorporate a pressure-limiting protective device in each boiler.
Compliance is checked by inspection.
23 Internal wiring
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
24 Components
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
24.1.3 Addition:
Switches that control steam or water emission are subjected to 50 000 cycles of operation.

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24.4 Addition:
This requirement is not applicable to the connection between the iron and the stand of
cordless irons.
24.101 Any component incorporated in an iron for compliance with 19.4 shall not be self-
resetting and shall only be accessible by means of a tool.
Compliance is checked by inspection.
25 Supply connection and external flexible cords
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
25.5 Addition:
Type Z attachment is allowed for travel irons and cordless irons.
Type Z attachment is not allowed for cordless irons that may also be directly connected to
the supply mains during ironing.
25.7 Addition:
Braided cords (code designation 60245 IEC 89) may be used.
25.14 Modification:
Instead of the load specified for the cord, the cord is loaded with a mass of 2 kg.
Instead of the number of flexings specified, the number of flexings is 20 000.
The test is not carried out on cordless irons unless the iron can also be directly connected to
the supply mains during ironing.
Addition:
For steam irons with a separate water reservoir or boiler, the test is made on the steam hose
and the interconnection cord together. If they are contained in one sheath or otherwise
attached to each other, the assembly is not turned through an angle of 90°.
The test shall not result in
– loosening of the hose;
– damage to the hose to such an extent that compliance with this standard is impaired;
– leakage from the hose.
Appliances are also subjected to the following test while mounted on an apparatus similar to
that of Figure 8. This test is carried out on a separate appliance.
The supply cord is su
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