EN 12778:2002/A1:2005
(Amendment)Cookware - Pressure cookers for domestic use
Cookware - Pressure cookers for domestic use
This standard defines terms, establishes manufacturing, safety und functioning requirements and corresponding tests, and specifies data for marking, labelling and notice, for pressure cookers. This standard is applicable to pressure cookers for domestic use, portable, with gross volume up to 25 l , with working pressure over 4 kPa and less than 150 kPa, either with integrated or independant heating.
Kochutensilien - Dampfdruckkochtöpfe für den Hausgebrauch
Articles culinaires à usage domestique - Autocuiseurs à usage domestique
Posoda za kuhanje – Posoda pod tlakom za domačo uporabo – Dopolnilo A1
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 31-May-2005
- Withdrawal Date
- 30-Dec-2005
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 194 - Utensils in contact with food
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 194 - Utensils in contact with food
- Current Stage
- 6060 - Definitive text made available (DAV) - Publishing
- Start Date
- 01-Jun-2005
- Due Date
- 06-May-2006
- Completion Date
- 01-Jun-2005
Relations
- Effective Date
- 22-Dec-2008
Overview
EN 12778:2002/A1:2005 is the CEN European standard for cookware - pressure cookers for domestic use. It defines terms and sets out manufacturing, safety and functioning requirements, together with the corresponding tests and required information for marking, labelling and user notices. The standard applies to portable domestic pressure cookers with gross volume up to 25 L, and with working pressure > 4 kPa and < 150 kPa, whether heated by an integrated or independent heating source. This amendment (A1:2005) updates the original EN 12778:2002 content, including revised marking and labelling requirements.
Key topics and requirements
- Scope and definitions: Applicability to domestic pressure cookers, classification by volume and working pressure.
- Manufacturing and safety requirements: General construction, safety features and functional criteria to ensure safe domestic operation (requirements are normative in the standard).
- Functioning and performance tests: Prescribed tests to verify safety devices, pressure integrity and correct operation (the standard specifies required tests; see full document for test methods).
- Marking, labelling and instructions: Detailed requirements for information to be provided on the product, packaging and in instructions. Key items include:
- Manufacturer or distributor identification
- Type/model and batch/manufacturing number
- Year of manufacture
- Working pressure and maximum allowable pressure
- Capacity (usable and gross)
- For integrated-heating units: voltage and power
- Installation, assembly and safety warnings, operational instructions and maintenance guidance
- Special notes (e.g., spare part identification; gasket marking when gasket has a safety function)
- Documentation: Requirements for on-product marking, packaging and user instructions including warnings of improper use, maintenance guidance and checklist in case of failure.
Applications and who uses this standard
- Pressure cooker manufacturers and designers - to ensure compliance with European safety, labelling and testing expectations.
- Test laboratories and conformity assessment bodies - to perform and verify the required safety and performance tests.
- Retailers and importers - to confirm products meet CEN requirements before placing on the EU market.
- Regulators and product safety authorities - for market surveillance and enforcement of domestic pressure cooker safety.
- Technical writers and user-manual authors - to prepare compliant marking, labelling and instructions.
Related standards
- ISO/IEC Guide 37 is referenced for marking and labelling considerations. EN 12778 sits within cookware ICS classes (97.040.20; 97.040.60) and should be considered alongside other CEN/CENELEC product safety standards where applicable.
Keywords: EN 12778:2002/A1:2005, pressure cooker standard, domestic pressure cooker safety, CEN standard, cookware marking and labelling, pressure limits.
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 12778:2002/A1:2005 is a amendment published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Cookware - Pressure cookers for domestic use". This standard covers: This standard defines terms, establishes manufacturing, safety und functioning requirements and corresponding tests, and specifies data for marking, labelling and notice, for pressure cookers. This standard is applicable to pressure cookers for domestic use, portable, with gross volume up to 25 l , with working pressure over 4 kPa and less than 150 kPa, either with integrated or independant heating.
This standard defines terms, establishes manufacturing, safety und functioning requirements and corresponding tests, and specifies data for marking, labelling and notice, for pressure cookers. This standard is applicable to pressure cookers for domestic use, portable, with gross volume up to 25 l , with working pressure over 4 kPa and less than 150 kPa, either with integrated or independant heating.
EN 12778:2002/A1:2005 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 97.040.20 - Cooking ranges, working tables, ovens and similar appliances; 97.040.60 - Cookware, cutlery and flatware. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 12778:2002/A1:2005 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 12778:2002. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN 12778:2002/A1:2005 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 2014/68/EU, 97/23/EC; Standardization Mandates: M/071. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
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Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-september-2005
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Cookware - Pressure cookers for domestic use
Kochutensilien - Dampfdruckkochtöpfe für den Hausgebrauch
Articles culinaires a usage domestique - Autocuiseurs a usage domestique
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 12778:2002/A1:2005
ICS:
97.040.60 Kuhinjska posoda, jedilni Cookware, cutlery and
servisi in jedilni pribor flatware
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN 12778:2002/A1
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
June 2005
ICS 97.040.20; 97.040.60
English version
Cookware - Pressure cookers for domestic use
Articles culinaires à usage domestique - Autocuiseurs à Kochutensilien - Dampfdruckkochtöpfe für den
usage domestique Hausgebrauch
This amendment A1 modifies the European Standard EN 12778:2002; it was approved by CEN on 14 April 2005.
CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for inclusion of this
amendment into the relevant national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such
national standards may be obtained on application to the Central Secretariat or to any CEN member.
This amendment exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translation under the
responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the Central Secretariat has the same status as the official versions.
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Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.
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Foreword
This document (EN 12778:2002/A1:2005) has been prepared by Technical Co
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SIST EN 12778:2003/A1:2005は、家庭用圧力鍋に関する規格であり、その範囲は圧力鍋の製造、保安、機能要件、そしてそれに伴う試験を定義しています。この標準は、ポータブルであり、総容積が25リットルまで、作動圧が4 kPaを超え150 kPa未満の家庭用圧力鍋に適用され、内部加熱または独立加熱の両方の形式に言及しています。 この規格の強みは、その明確な定義と要求事項にあります。圧力鍋の設計と製造において重要な安全基準を設けることで、消費者保護が図られています。たとえば、製品に必要なマークやラベルの情報を明示し、使用に関する注意事項を指定しているため、消費者は安心して製品を使用することができます。 さらに、SIST EN 12778は、圧力鍋に関する業界標準を確立することに貢献し、製造者に対しては明確な指針をもたらします。これにより、製品の品質向上が期待されるだけでなく、国際的な貿易における透明性も向上します。また、圧力鍋の機能性と安全性を確保するための試験基準が設けられていることは、業界全体の基準を引き上げる要素となっています。 このように、SIST EN 12778:2003/A1:2005は、家庭用圧力鍋の製造者、消費者双方にとって重要な規格であり、その適用範囲とリスク軽減策によって、業界の発展と消費者の安全性向上に寄与している点が非常に重要です。
The standard EN 12778:2002/A1:2005 is a comprehensive document that lays down essential guidelines and requirements for pressure cookers designed for domestic use. One of the most noteworthy strengths of this standard is its thorough definition of terms related to cookware, which promotes a clear understanding among manufacturers, retailers, and consumers alike. The scope of this standard is particularly significant as it addresses pressure cookers with a gross volume of up to 25 liters and working pressures ranging from over 4 kPa to less than 150 kPa. This specificity ensures that a wide variety of portable pressure cookers fall under its purview, guaranteeing that essential safety and manufacturing protocols are upheld across the market. In terms of safety and functionality, the EN 12778 standard establishes clear manufacturing requirements, which are crucial for ensuring user safety during operation. The inclusion of corresponding tests within the standard further reinforces its commitment to quality and safety, ensuring that all pressure cookers meet or exceed the required safety benchmarks. Moreover, the standard specifies essential data for marking, labeling, and notices, which are vital for consumer awareness and product traceability. This aspect enhances the relevance of the standard in today’s market by providing consumers with the necessary information to make informed purchasing decisions. In summary, EN 12778:2002/A1:2005 is a robust standard that significantly contributes to the advancement of safety and quality in pressure cookers for domestic use, establishing a well-defined framework that is pertinent and essential for manufacturers and consumers alike.
Die Norm EN 12778:2002/A1:2005 stellt einen wesentlichen Rahmen für die Herstellung und Nutzung von Schnellkochtöpfen für den Hausgebrauch dar. Ihr Umfang ist klar definiert und umfasst die Festlegung relevanter Begriffe sowie die Anforderungen an die Sicherheit, Funktionalität und Herstellung dieser Produkte. Die Norm richtet sich speziell an tragbare Schnellkochtöpfe mit einem Bruttovolumen von bis zu 25 Litern und einem Arbeitsdruck zwischen 4 kPa und 150 kPa, einschließlich Modelle mit integrierter oder unabhängiger Heiztechnologie. Ein zentraler Stärke dieser Norm ist die umfassende Definition der Sicherheitsanforderungen. Durch die Festlegung spezifischer Tests und Prüfverfahren wird sichergestellt, dass die Quickkochtöpfe den höchsten Sicherheitsstandards entsprechen. Dies ist von großer Bedeutung, da die Sicherheit der Benutzer bei der Herstellung von Kochgeräten oberste Priorität haben sollte. Darüber hinaus fördern die klaren Anforderungen an Kennzeichnung und Beschriftung die Transparenz und Verständlichkeit für Verbraucher, was zu einem erhöhten Vertrauen in die Produkte führt. Die Relevanz der Norm EN 12778:2002/A1:2005 ist unbestreitbar, da sie nicht nur die Sicherheit und Funktionalität der Produkte gewährleistet, sondern auch den Herstellern sowie den Verbrauchern klare Richtlinien bietet. Durch die Standardisierung wird einheitliche Qualität und Sicherheit sichergestellt, was letztlich zu einer höheren Akzeptanz bei den Endbenutzern führt. In einem Markt, der häufig von Innovationen und neuen Technologien geprägt ist, bietet diese Norm einen stabilen Rahmen, innerhalb dessen die Hersteller agieren können. Insgesamt hebt sich die Norm EN 12778:2002/A1:2005 durch ihre klaren regulativen Maßstäbe, die das Vertrauen der Verbraucher stärken, und die Gewährleistung eines hohen Sicherheitsniveaus ab. Die Einhaltung dieser Norm ist nicht nur eine rechtliche Notwendigkeit, sondern auch ein Zeichen von Verantwortungsbewusstsein und Qualitätsanspruch seitens der Hersteller von Schnellkochtöpfen für den Hausgebrauch.
SIST EN 12778:2003/A1:2005 표준 문서는 가정용 압력솥의 제조 및 안전 요구사항을 정의하는 중요한 기준입니다. 이 표준은 용어를 명확히 하고, 압력솥의 기능과 안전성을 보장하기 위한 요구사항과 테스트 방법을 정립합니다. 그 범위는 가정용으로 사용되는 압력솥에 국한되며, 이동이 가능한 형태로 총 용적이 25리터까지 가능하고, 작동 압력이 4kPa 이상 150kPa 이하인 제품을 포함합니다. 또한, 이 표준은 통합 난방 또는 독립적인 난방 방식 모두에 적용됩니다. 이 표준의 강점은 사용자 안전을 최우선으로 고려한다는 점입니다. 압력솥은 고압으로 조리하는 도구이기 때문에 잠재적인 안전 이슈가 존재할 수 있습니다. SIST EN 12778 표준은 이러한 리스크를 최소화하기 위한 제조 및 안전 기준을 제공하여 소비자가 안심하고 사용할 수 있도록 돕습니다. 또한, 압력솥의 표기 및 라벨링 요구사항을 구체화하여 소비자가 제품을 선택할 때 필요한 정보를 명확히 전달합니다. 이는 소비자의 이해를 돕고 시장에서의 제품 신뢰도를 높이는 데 기여하는 요소입니다. 결론적으로, SIST EN 12778:2003/A1:2005 표준은 가정용 압력솥의 안전하고 효과적인 사용을 위한 기초를 제공함으로써, 제조업체와 소비자 모두에게 매우 중요한 문서입니다. 이 표준은 가정용 주방기구의 안전성을 보장하는 강력한 기준으로 자리 잡고 있으며, 업계에서의 관련성과 중요성을 지속적으로 유지하고 있습니다.
La norme EN 12778:2002/A1:2005, intitulée "Ustensiles de cuisine - autocuiseurs pour usage domestique", présente un cadre bien structuré et clair pour la conception et la fabrication d'autocuiseurs destinés à un usage domestique. Son champ d'application est précis, englobant les autocuiseurs portables d'un volume brut allant jusqu'à 25 litres, avec une pression de service variant entre 4 kPa et 150 kPa. La norme s'applique tant aux appareils dotés de chauffage intégré qu’à ceux avec chauffage indépendant. Les points forts de cette norme résident dans son approche exhaustive des exigences de fabrication, de sécurité et de fonctionnement. En définissant les termes spécifiques, la norme permet une compréhension uniforme des conditions requises, minimisant ainsi les ambiguïtés potentielles. Les exigences de sécurité énoncées dans la norme garantissent non seulement la protection des utilisateurs, mais aussi la fiabilité des produits sur le marché. De plus, la norme inclut des tests correspondants qui assurent que les autocuiseurs respectent les exigences de fonctionnement spécifiées. Cela renforce la confiance des consommateurs dans la qualité et la sécurité des produits qu'ils achètent. La norme aborde également des éléments cruciaux tels que le marquage, l'étiquetage et les avis, garantissant que les utilisateurs disposent des informations nécessaires pour une utilisation correcte et sécurisée des appareils. L'importance de la norme EN 12778:2002/A1:2005 dans le secteur des ustensiles de cuisine ne peut être sous-estimée. Elle établit des standards de qualité et de sécurité qui bénéficient à la fois aux fabricants et aux consommateurs, assurant un environnement domestique sûr lors de l'utilisation d'autocuiseurs. Sa pertinence dans le contexte actuel de l'innovation et des hautes exigences de sécurité en matière d'appareils de cuisine en fait une référence indispensable pour tous les acteurs de l'industrie.
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