EN IEC 60335-2-4:2023/A11:2023
(Amendment)Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-4: Particular requirements for spin extractors
Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-4: Particular requirements for spin extractors
This European Standard with the safety of stand-alone electric spin extractors, and pin extractors incorporated in washing machines that have separate containers for washing and spin extraction for household and similar purposes that have a capacity not exceeding 10 kg of dry cloth and a drum peripheral speed not exceeding 50 m/s, their rated voltages being not more than 250 V for single-phase appliances and 480 V for other appliances
Sicherheit elektrischer Geräte für den Hausgebrauch und ähnliche Zwecke - Teil 2-4: Besondere Anforderungen für Wäscheschleudern
Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues - Sécurité - Partie 2-4: Exigences particulières pour les essoreuses centrifuges
Gospodinjski in podobni električni aparati - Varnost - 2-4. del: Posebne zahteve za centrifuge - Dopolnilo A11
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 07-Dec-2023
- Technical Committee
- CLC/TC 61 - Safety of household and similar electrical appliances
- Drafting Committee
- CLC/TC 61/WG 01 - Relation with standardization and legislation
- Current Stage
- 6060 - Document made available - Publishing
- Start Date
- 08-Dec-2023
- Due Date
- 29-Nov-2023
- Completion Date
- 08-Dec-2023
Relations
- Effective Date
- 09-Jan-2024
- Effective Date
- 22-Jun-2021
Overview
EN IEC 60335-2-4:2023/A11:2023 is a CLC (CENELEC) European amendment that updates the safety requirements for household and similar electrical spin extractors (centrifuges). It covers stand‑alone electric spin extractors and pin extractors incorporated in washing machines with separate washing and spin containers, intended for household use with a capacity up to 10 kg dry cloth and drum peripheral speed ≤ 50 m/s. Rated voltages covered are ≤ 250 V for single‑phase appliances and ≤ 480 V for other appliances. This amendment (A11) modifies EN IEC 60335-2-4:2023 and was approved in August 2023.
Key topics and technical requirements
- Scope & exclusions
- Applies to foreseeable hazards for typical users; generally does not cover unsupervised use by very young children.
- Excludes launderette machines (see EN 50569), exclusively industrial units, and appliances for special locations (corrosive/explosive atmospheres).
- Marking & instructions
- Terminology updated to reference “lid or door” throughout marking and instructions clauses.
- Interlocks & endurance
- Lid/door interlocks must withstand normal use; endurance test requires 6 000 opening/closing cycles (3 000 energized, 3 000 unpowered) with specified opening/closing speeds and force multipliers.
- It shall only be possible to energize the drum when the lid or door is closed and locked.
- Safety while drum is moving
- It must be impossible to open the lid/door while the drum is in motion. Tests include application of fault conditions and electromagnetic disturbance tests when electronic circuits are relied upon.
- For programmable electronic controls, software must address specified fault/error conditions and be evaluated per Annex R.
- Mechanical strength
- Lids/doors are subject to impact testing (rubber hemisphere, 70 mm diameter, 40–50 IRHD, 20 kg mass dropped from 100 mm, three repetitions) with no damage permitting access to moving parts.
- Moisture & stability
- Amendments adjust moisture‑related clauses and require a tilt test (2°) for appliances with working surfaces.
- Normative references
- Adds IEC/EN IEC 60730-2-12 (electrically operated door locks) as a normative reference.
Applications and who uses this standard
- Manufacturers of household spin extractors and washing machines (design and compliance teams)
- Product safety engineers and R&D for appliance durability and safety features
- Test laboratories and conformity assessment bodies performing type testing and certification
- Regulators and procurement officers ensuring products meet CENELEC safety requirements
- Technical writers and user‑manual authors ensuring compliant markings and instructions
Related standards
- EN IEC 60335-1 (general household appliance safety requirements)
- IEC/EN IEC 60730-2-12 (automatic electrical controls – door locks)
- EN 50569 (commercial launderette spin extractors) - listed in the bibliography
Keywords: EN IEC 60335-2-4:2023/A11:2023, spin extractors safety, household appliances standard, lid interlock test, mechanical strength, drum safety, CENELEC compliance.
Frequently Asked Questions
EN IEC 60335-2-4:2023/A11:2023 is a amendment published by CLC. Its full title is "Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-4: Particular requirements for spin extractors". This standard covers: This European Standard with the safety of stand-alone electric spin extractors, and pin extractors incorporated in washing machines that have separate containers for washing and spin extraction for household and similar purposes that have a capacity not exceeding 10 kg of dry cloth and a drum peripheral speed not exceeding 50 m/s, their rated voltages being not more than 250 V for single-phase appliances and 480 V for other appliances
This European Standard with the safety of stand-alone electric spin extractors, and pin extractors incorporated in washing machines that have separate containers for washing and spin extraction for household and similar purposes that have a capacity not exceeding 10 kg of dry cloth and a drum peripheral speed not exceeding 50 m/s, their rated voltages being not more than 250 V for single-phase appliances and 480 V for other appliances
EN IEC 60335-2-4:2023/A11:2023 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 13.120 - Domestic safety; 97.060 - Laundry appliances. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN IEC 60335-2-4:2023/A11:2023 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN IEC 60335-2-4:2025, EN IEC 60335-2-4:2023. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN IEC 60335-2-4:2023/A11:2023 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 2014/35/EU; Standardization Mandates: M/511. 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-februar-2024
Gospodinjski in podobni električni aparati - Varnost - 2-4. del: Posebne zahteve za
centrifuge - Dopolnilo A11
Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-4: Particular requirements
for spin extractors
Sicherheit elektrischer Geräte für den Hausgebrauch und ähnliche Zwecke - Teil 2-4:
Besondere Anforderungen für Wäscheschleudern
Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues - Sécurité - Partie 2-4: Règles particulières
pour les essoreuses centrifuges
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN IEC 60335-2-4:2023/A11:2023
ICS:
13.120 Varnost na domu Domestic safety
97.060 Aparati za nego perila Laundry appliances
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
EUROPEAN STANDARD EN IEC 60335-2-4:2023/A11
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM December 2023
ICS 13.120; 97.060
English Version
Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-4:
Particular requirements for spin extractors
Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues - Sécurité - Sicherheit elektrischer Geräte für den Hausgebrauch und
Partie 2-4: Exigences particulières pour les essoreuses ähnliche Zwecke - Teil 2-4: Besondere Anforderungen für
centrifuges Wäscheschleudern
This amendment A11 modifies the European Standard EN IEC 60335-2-4:2023; it was approved by CENELEC on 2023-08-28. CENELEC
members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this amendment the
status of a national standard without any alteration.
Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such national standards may be obtained on application to the CEN-CENELEC
Management Centre or to any CENELEC 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 CENELEC member into its own language and notified to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre has the same status as
the official versions.
CENELEC members are the national electrotechnical committees of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, the Czech Republic,
Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the
Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Republic of North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland,
Türkiye and the United Kingdom.
European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardization
Comité Européen de Normalisation Electrotechnique
Europäisches Komitee für Elektrotechnische Normung
CEN-CENELEC Management Centre: Rue de la Science 23, B-1040 Brussels
© 2023 CENELEC All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved worldwide for CENELEC Members.
Ref. No. EN IEC 60335-2-4:2023/A11:2023 E
European foreword
This document (EN IEC 60335-2-4:2023/A11:2023) has been prepared by CLC/TC 61 “Safety of
household and similar electrical appliances”.
The following dates are fixed:
• latest date by which this document has to be (dop) 2024-06-08
implemented at national level by publication of an
identical national standard or by endorsement
• latest date by which the national standards (dow) 2026-12-08
conflicting with this document have to be
withdrawn
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. CENELEC shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
This document is read in conjunction with EN IEC 60335-2-4:2023.
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”.
Any feedback and questions on this document should be directed to the users’ national committee. A
complete listing of these bodies can be found on the CENELEC website.
1 Modification to the Introduction
Addition:
With European Amendment A11 the EN 60335-2-4:2010+A1:2015+A11:2018+A2:2019 is superseded.
This European Amendment A11 supplements or modifies the corresponding clauses of the standards
below:
— EN 60335-1:2012+A11:2014+A13:2017+A1:2019+A14:2019+A2:2019+A15:2021+A16:2023 (Part 1)
— EN IEC 60335-2-4:2023 (Part 2)
2 Modification to the “Scope”
Replace the text starting with “As far as is practicable.” up to “…explosive atmosphere (dust, vapour or
gas)” by the following:
“This document deals with the reasonably foreseeable hazards presented by appliances that are
encountered by all persons.
However, in general, it does not take into account:
— children playing with the appliance;
— the use of the appliance by very young children;
— the use of the appliance by young children without supervision.
It is recognized that very vulnerable people can have needs beyond the level addressed in this
document.
This document does not apply to
— spin extractors intended to be used in launderettes (EN 50569),
— spin extractors intended exclusively for industrial purposes,
— spin extractors intended to be used in locations where special conditions prevail, such as the
presence of a corrosive or explosive atmosphere (dust, vapour or gas).
Attention is drawn to the fact that
— for appliances intended to be used in vehicles or on board ships or aircraft, additional requirements
can 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.”
3 Modification to Clause 7, “Marking and instructions”
7.12.1 Replace “lid” by “lid or door”.
7.101 Replace “lid” by “lid or door” (two times).
4 Modification to Clause 8, “Moisture resistance”
8.1.1 Delete the addition.
8.1.5 Delete
...
La norme EN IEC 60335-2-4:2023/A11:2023 se concentre sur la sécurité des appareils électriques ménagers et similaires, en particulier sur les extracteurs centrifuges autonomes et les extracteurs incorporés dans les machines à laver. Cette norme s'applique spécifiquement aux équipements qui possèdent des compartiments séparés pour le lavage et l'extraction centrifuge, destinés à un usage domestique et similaire, avec une capacité ne dépassant pas 10 kg de linge sec et une vitesse périphérique du tambour ne dépassant pas 50 m/s. De plus, elle précise que les appareils doivent avoir des tensions nominales ne dépassant pas 250 V pour les appareils monophasés et 480 V pour les autres appareils. L'une des forces de cette norme est son approche exhaustive en matière de sécurité, garantissant que les utilisateurs puissent opérer ces appareils sans risque d'accidents. Elle signifie également un pas en avant dans la normalisation de la sécurité, ce qui est essentiel dans un marché où la conformité est cruciale pour la confiance des consommateurs. Le fait que cette norme s'applique à des appareils aussi variés que les extracteurs autonomes et ceux intégrés dans des machines à laver démontre sa pertinence dans le contexte actuel des équipements électroménagers. En outre, cette norme est particulièrement pertinente à l'ère de l'innovation, où l'efficacité et la sécurité des appareils sont de plus en plus scrutées. En établissant des critères spécifiques pour les extracteurs, elle aide à assurer non seulement la performance des appareils, mais aussi à minimiser les risques potentiels liés à leur fonctionnement. Cela reflète une compréhension approfondie des besoins modernes tout en promouvant une culture de sécurité dans le secteur des appareils électroménagers. Enfin, l'adoption généralisée de la norme EN IEC 60335-2-4:2023/A11:2023 pourrait encourager les fabricants à se conformer à des exigences de sécurité élevées, renforçant ainsi la compétitivité sur le marché tout en protégeant les consommateurs.
The standard EN IEC 60335-2-4:2023/A11:2023 provides essential safety guidelines specifically tailored for household and similar electrical appliances, focusing on spin extractors. The scope of this European Standard is clear and precise, addressing the safety requirements necessary for both free-standing electric spin extractors and those incorporated into washing machines that feature distinct containers for washing and spin extraction. These appliances are designed for domestic use and have specified parameters, including a maximum capacity of 10 kg of dry cloth and a drum peripheral speed not exceeding 50 m/s. Additionally, the standard covers appliances with rated voltages not exceeding 250 V for single-phase models and 480 V for other configurations. One of the key strengths of EN IEC 60335-2-4:2023/A11:2023 is its comprehensive approach to safety, ensuring that all mechanical and electrical aspects of spin extractors are addressed. This includes necessary testing and operational guidelines to prevent hazards during use. The standard is also relevant in promoting consumer confidence in the safety of electric spin extractors, thereby fostering a market that prioritizes risk mitigation and user protection. Furthermore, the standard's alignment with European safety requirements enhances its applicability across various countries within the region, ensuring that manufacturers and consumers alike can adhere to consistent safety benchmarks. The clear classification of operational parameters such as weight capacity and drum speed allows for the focused design and evaluation of appliances, ultimately leading to higher safety standards and quality within the industry. Overall, EN IEC 60335-2-4:2023/A11:2023 stands as a pivotal document in guiding the design, manufacturing, and utilization of spin extractors, reflecting the ongoing commitment to enhancing safety within the realm of household electrical appliances.
EN IEC 60335-2-4:2023/A11:2023 표준의 검토는 가정용 및 유사 전기 기기의 안전성을 높이는 데 중점을 두고 있습니다. 이 표준은 특히 스핀 추출기와 세탁기 내 통합된 핀 추출기에 관한 특정 요구사항을 제시하고 있으며, 최대 10kg의 드라이 천을 처리할 수 있는 장비에 적용됩니다. 이 표준의 주요 강점 중 하나는 독립형 전기 스핀 추출기의 안전성을 체계적으로 규명하고 있다는 점입니다. 또한, 세탁기와 분리된 용기를 가진 경우, 가정용 및 유사 목적으로 사용하는 다양한 기기의 안전성을 포괄적으로 다룹니다. 드럼의 주변 속도가 50m/s를 초과하지 않고, 단상 기기는 250V, 기타 기기는 480V를 초과하지 않는 경우에 적용됩니다. 이러한 명확한 전압 및 속도 기준은 사용자가 제품을 선택할 때 안전성 및 신뢰성을 보장하는 데 중요한 역할을 합니다. EN IEC 60335-2-4:2023/A11:2023 표준은 가정용 스핀 추출기의 안전성을 보장하는 데 필요하고 중요한 지침을 제공하며, 소비자와 제조업체 모두에게 유용한 정보를 제공합니다. 이에 따라 이 표준은 업계에서의 규제 준수를 촉진하며, 소비자 안전을 극대화하는 데 기여합니다. 실제로 이러한 표준이 존재함으로써, 가정용 전기 기기의 안전하고 효율적인 사용이 가능해지며, 이는 곧 사용자 신뢰도를 높이는 결과로 이어집니다. 전반적으로 EN IEC 60335-2-4:2023/A11:2023 표준은 가정용 및 유사 전기 기기에 관한 중요한 안전 지침을 제공하며, 스핀 추출기와 관련된 안전 기준을 강화하는 데 중대한 역할을 하는 문서입니다. 이는 안전성, 사용 편의성, 그리고 소비자 보호를 우선시하는 현대적인 가전 제품의 발전을 반영하고 있습니다.
SIST EN IEC 60335-2-4:2024/A11:2024は、家庭用および類似の電気機器に関する重要な国際標準であり、特に脱水機の安全性に焦点を当てています。この標準は、独立型の電気脱水機および洗濯機に組み込まれた脱水機に適用され、容量が最大10 kgの乾燥布に対応しています。また、ドラムの周辺速度が50 m/sを超えないことを前提としています。電圧の条件も明確に規定されており、一相機器は最大250 V、その他の機器は最大480 Vに制限されています。 この標準の強みは、家庭で使用される脱水機の安全性を確保するための明確なガイドラインを提供している点です。利用者は、具体的な技術要件に基づいて製品の安全性を評価できるため、製造者やデザイナーにとっても重要なリファレンスとなります。また、安全性を強化するための特定の要求事項が設けられていることで、潜在的な危険を最小限に抑えることが可能になります。 European Standardとしての関連性も高く、家庭用電気機器に対する消費者の信頼を向上させる役割を果たしています。この標準は、国際的な安全規格に準拠しており、製品の輸出入における障壁を軽減し、グローバルな市場での競争力を高めるための基盤も提供します。全体として、SIST EN IEC 60335-2-4:2024/A11:2024は、家庭用電気脱水機の安全における重要な指針となるでしょう。
Die Norm EN IEC 60335-2-4:2023/A11:2023 behandelt die Sicherheitsanforderungen für stand-alone elektrische Schleudermaschinen und Pin-Schleudermaschinen, die in Waschmaschinen integriert sind. Der Anwendungsbereich dieser europäischen Norm umfasst Geräte für Haushalts- und ähnliche Zwecke mit einer maximalen Kapazität von 10 kg trockener Wäsche und einer Trommelperipheriegschwindigkeit von maximal 50 m/s. Auch die Nennspannungen sind klar definiert, wobei Einzelgeräte nicht mehr als 250 V und andere Geräte bis zu 480 V aufweisen dürfen. Ein wesentlicher Stärke dieser Norm liegt in ihrer klaren und umfassenden Definition der Sicherheitsanforderungen, die speziell für Schleudermaschinen gelten. Sie stellt sicher, dass sowohl die Stand-alone Geräte als auch die in Waschmaschinen integrierten Modelle eine sichere Verwendung im Haushaltskontext ermöglichen. Die Norm berücksichtigt relevante Sicherheitsaspekte, die potenzielle Risiken und Gefahren minimieren, die durch die Verwendung dieser elektrischen Geräte entstehen könnten. Die Relevanz dieser Norm ist unbestritten, da sie nicht nur den Herstellern von elektrischen Schleudermaschinen eine klare Leitlinie bietet, sondern auch den Verbrauchern ein Gefühl der Sicherheit vermittelt. Indem die Norm spezifische Anforderungen festlegt, trägt sie dazu bei, das Vertrauen in die Sicherheit und Zuverlässigkeit von Haushaltsgeräten zu stärken. Die Berücksichtigung der maximalen Kapazität und der festgelegten Spannungen sorgt zudem dafür, dass die Norm auf die alltäglichen Bedürfnisse der Nutzer zugeschnitten ist und die Leistung der Geräte optimiert wird. Insgesamt stellt die EN IEC 60335-2-4:2023/A11:2023 einen wichtigen Standard dar, der sowohl die Herstellungsprozesse als auch die Nutzung von Schleudermaschinen im privaten und ähnlichen Bereich sicher regelt.
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