EN IEC 60335-2-62:2026/A11:2026
(Amendment)Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-62: Particular requirements for commercial electric rinsing sinks
General Information
- Abstract
This European standard deals with the safety of electrically operated commercial rinsing sinks used in commercial kitchens, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V for single-phase appliances connected between one phase and neutral, and 480 V for other appliances
- Status
- Not Published
- Publication Date
- 03-Sep-2026
- Technical Committee
- CLC/TC 61 - Safety of household and similar electrical appliances
- Drafting Committee
- CLC/TC 61 - Safety of household and similar electrical appliances
- Current Stage
- 6055 - Ratification Completed (DOR) - Publishing
- Start Date
- 03-Aug-2026
- Due Date
- 27-Aug-2027
- Completion Date
- 03-Aug-2026
Overview
EN IEC 60335-2-62:2026/A11:2026 is a European standard published by the CLC. The standard specifies safety requirements for commercial electric rinsing sinks used in professional kitchen environments. These appliances operate at voltages not exceeding 250 V for single-phase units and up to 480 V for other types. The document offers particular safety provisions to address potential hazards associated with the installation and operation of these commercial rinsing sinks, in line with the broader EN IEC 60335 series for household and similar electrical appliances.
This amendment (A11:2026) updates and supersedes previous editions, aligning requirements with the latest safety expectations and addressing inclusivity for people with disabilities and domestic animal safety.
Key Topics
Scope and Purpose
The standard covers the reasonably foreseeable hazards that may arise from the intended use of electric rinsing sinks in commercial settings. It ensures that all precautions relevant to users, including those with disabilities, and the presence of domestic animals, are documented and managed.Instructions and Markings
Guidelines have been enhanced to:- Explicitly address the needs of users with reduced physical or mental capabilities.
- Incorporate instructions for keeping children and domestic animals safe around these appliances.
- Specify responsibilities for safe cleaning and maintenance practices.
Heating and Moisture Resistance
Modifications clarify and update requirements regarding:- Temperature management and operational instructions directly affecting heating controls.
- Markings about moisture resistance, ensuring safety information is clearly stated on the appliance or within user manuals.
Supply Connection and Flexible Cords
Updates standardize requirements for electrical connections in commercial kitchens, emphasizing safe installation and the use of approved materials.Annexes and Referenced Standards
The standard includes updated references to international requirements for thermocouples and fastener properties, ensuring compatibility and technical compliance across related equipment.
Applications
EN IEC 60335-2-62:2026/A11:2026 is critical for:
Commercial Kitchens and Food Service Operations
- Ensuring commercial rinsing sinks meet essential electrical safety standards, reducing risks for operators and maintenance staff.
- Supporting safe practice in restaurants, canteens, catering facilities, and other professional environments where rapid and reliable rinsing is required.
Manufacturers and Importers
- Assists in developing and certifying appliances for the EU market, facilitating CE marking and compliance with safety directives.
- Provides a clear framework for writing user instructions and designing safe user interfaces.
Facility Managers and Safety Inspectors
- Offers a reference for regular inspections, maintenance scheduling, and staff training, helping to minimize accidents and uphold workplace safety.
Related Standards
This standard acts in conjunction with several related documents:
- EN IEC 60335-1:2023+A11:2023+A12:2025: General requirements for safety of household and similar electrical appliances.
- EN IEC 60335-2-62:2025: The core part 2 standard for commercial rinsing sinks.
- IEC 60584-1: Thermocouples - EMF specifications and tolerances.
- EN ISO 898-1, EN ISO 3506 series: Mechanical properties of fasteners for equipment construction and safety.
- IEC 60335-2-58: Requirements for other types of commercial dishwashing equipment, referenced in the expanded bibliography.
By following EN IEC 60335-2-62:2026/A11:2026, stakeholders can ensure that commercial electric rinsing sinks not only comply with legal obligations but also support best practices in electrical and operational safety across Europe's commercial kitchen sector.
Relations
- Effective Date
- 07-Apr-2025
Frequently Asked Questions
EN IEC 60335-2-62:2026/A11:2026 is a draft published by CLC. Its full title is "Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-62: Particular requirements for commercial electric rinsing sinks". This standard covers: This European standard deals with the safety of electrically operated commercial rinsing sinks used in commercial kitchens, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V for single-phase appliances connected between one phase and neutral, and 480 V for other appliances
This European standard deals with the safety of electrically operated commercial rinsing sinks used in commercial kitchens, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V for single-phase appliances connected between one phase and neutral, and 480 V for other appliances
EN IEC 60335-2-62:2026/A11:2026 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 97.040.50 - Small kitchen appliances. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN IEC 60335-2-62:2026/A11:2026 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN IEC 60335-2-62:2026. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
oSIST prEN IEC 60335-2-62:2026/oprAA:2026
01-januar-2026
Gospodinjski in podobni električni aparati - Varnost - 2-62. del: Posebne zahteve
za komercialna električna pomivalna korita - Dopolnilo AA
Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-62: Particular requirements
for commercial electric rinsing sinks
Sicherheit elektrischer Geräte für den Hausgebrauch und ähnliche Zwecke - Teil 2-62:
Besondere Anforderungen für elektrische Spülbecken für den gewerblichen Gebrauch
Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues - Sécurité - Partie 2-62: Exigences
particulières pour les plonges électriques à usage collectif
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: prEN IEC 60335-2-62:2025/prAA:2025
ICS:
91.140.70 Sanitarne naprave Sanitary installations
oSIST prEN IEC 60335-2- en
62:2026/oprAA:2026
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
oSIST prEN IEC 60335-2-62:2026/oprAA:2026
oSIST prEN IEC 60335-2-62:2026/oprAA:2026
prEN IEC 60335-2-62:2025/prAA:2025 (E)
Contents Page
European foreword . 3
1 Modification to the Introduction . 4
2 Modification to Clause 1, “Scope” . 4
3 Modification to Clause 3 “ Terms and definitions” . 4
4 Modification to Clause 7 “ Marking and instructions” . 4
5 Modification to Clause 11 “Heating” . 5
6 Modification to Clause 15 “ Moisture resistance” . 5
7 Modification to Clause 25 “Supply connection and external flexible cords” . 5
8 Modifications to annexes . 5
9 Modification to Bibliography . 7
oSIST prEN IEC 60335-2-62:2026/oprAA:2026
prEN IEC 60335-2-62:2025/prAA:2025 (E)
European foreword
This document (prEN IEC 60335-2-62:2025/prAA:2025) has been prepared by CLC/TC 61 “Safety of
household and similar electrical appliances”.
This document is currently submitted to the Enquiry.
The following dates are proposed:
• latest date by which the existence of this document (doa) dav + 6 months
has to be announced at national level
• latest date by which this document has to be (dop) dav + 12 months
implemented at national level by publication of an
identical national standard or by endorsement
• latest date by which the national standards (dow) dav + 36 months
conflicting with this document have to be withdrawn (to be confirmed or
modified when voting)
This document will modify prEN IEC 60335-2-62:2025.
prEN IEC 60335-2-62:2025/prAA:2025 includes the following significant technical modifications:
— introduce requirements and instruction for children, people with disabilities and domestic animals.
The numbering system for European clauses, subclauses, notes, tables, figures and annexes that are
additional to those in the IEC standard are prefixed with the letter “Z”.
This document is read in conjunction with prEN IEC 60335-2-62:2025.
oSIST prEN IEC 60335-2-62:2026/oprAA:2026
prEN IEC 60335-2-62:2025/prAA:2025 (E)
1 Modification to the Introduction
Delete in the fourth paragraph the words “manufacturer's”
Addition:
With European amendment A11, EN IEC 60335-2-62:2022 is superseded.
This European amendment A11 supplements or modifies the corresponding clauses of the standards
below:
— EN IEC 60335-1:2023+A11:2023+A12:2025 (Part 1)
— EN IEC 60335-2-62:2025 (Part 2)
2 Modification to Clause 1, “Scope”
Replace the fourth paragraph starting with “ As far as is practicable,…” up to “… by these types
of appliances” with the following:
“This document deals with the reasonably foreseeable hazards of intended use presented by appliances
that are encountered by all persons and domestic animals.
Convert the paragraph starting with “Attention is drawn to the…” into a note.
3 Modification to Clause 3 “ Terms and definitions”
In the modification to 3.1.9 sentence starting with “Appliances intended to be filled automatically…”,
delete “by the manufacturer
...