EN 60335-2-53:2011/A1:2023

Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-53: Particular requirements for sauna heating appliances and infrared cabins

The contents of the corrigendum of March 2017 have been included in this copy.

Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues - Sécurité - Partie 2-53: Règles particulières pour les appareils de chauffage de saunas et les cabines infrarouges

Le contenu du corrigendum de mars 2017 a été pris en considération dans cet exemplaire.

Gospodinjski in podobni električni aparati - Varnost - 2-53. del: Posebne zahteve za električne grelne aparate za savne in infrardeče kabine (IEC 60335-2-53:2011/A1:2017 + COR1:2017) - Dopolnilo A1

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 01-Jun-2023
• ICS: 97.100.10 - Electric heaters
• Technical Committee: CLC/TC 61 - Safety of household and similar electrical appliances
• Drafting Committee: IEC/TC 61 - IEC_TC_61
• Current Stage: 6060 - Document made available - Publishing
• Start Date: 02-Jun-2023
• Completion Date: 02-Jun-2023
• Directive: 2006/95/EC - Directive 2006/95/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 12 December 2006 on the harmonisation of the laws of Member States relating to electrical equipment designed for use within certain voltage limits (codified version)
• Directive: 2014/35/EU - Directive 2014/35/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 26 February 2014 on the harmonisation of the laws of the Member States relating to the making available on the market of electrical equipment designed for use within certain voltage limits
• Mandate: M/511 - Mandate to CEN, CENELEC and ETSI relating to harmonised standards in the field of the Low Voltage Directive
• Ref Project: SIST EN 60335-2-53:2012/A1:2023 - Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-53: Particular requirements for sauna heating appliances and infrared cabins (IEC 60335-2-53:2011/A1:2017 + COR1:2017)

Relations

• Amends: EN 60335-2-53:2011 - Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-53: Particular requirements for sauna heating appliances and infrared cabins
• Effective Date: 12-Jan-2016

Overview

EN 60335-2-53:2011/A1:2023 is a crucial European standard that sets safety requirements for household and similar electrical appliances, specifically targeting sauna heating appliances and infrared cabins. Prepared and approved by the European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardization (CENELEC), this standard ensures that these appliances meet rigorous safety and performance criteria to protect users and enable reliable operation within the European market.

This amendment A1 integrates the corrigendum of March 2017 into the original 2011 edition, maintaining consistency with the international IEC 60335-2-53:2011/A1:2017 + COR1:2017 standards. It clarifies requirements related to components, construction, and safety controls, such as time pre-selection functions and temperature limits, promoting harmonized compliance across member countries.

Key Topics

• Scope and Safety Parameters
  Defines the particular safety demands for sauna heaters and infrared cabins used in households and similar environments, including electrical safety, thermal limits, and protection against hazards.

• Time Pre-Selection Control
  Introduces requirements for time-delayed switching-on functions for sauna heaters installed in prefabricated saunas. The control must be fixed to the sauna, clearly indicating active modes visible from outside to enhance operational safety.

• Component Temperature Requirements
  Specifies thermal limits for electrical components, ensuring devices operate safely under expected conditions without risk of overheating or fire.

• Patent and Licensing Information
  Notes certain elements of the standard may involve patented technology. The patent holder commits to licensing on reasonable and non-discriminatory terms, promoting fair access and innovation.

• Implementation Deadlines and National Standardization
  Mandates adoption by national committees by December 2023, with withdrawal of conflicting standards by mid-2026, facilitating uniform legislation.

Applications

This standard primarily applies to:

• Manufacturers of sauna heating appliances and infrared cabins: Guiding product design, testing, and certification for safety compliance.
• Testing laboratories and certification bodies: Providing clear test methods and acceptance criteria for safety evaluation.
• Suppliers and retailers: Ensuring products meet regulatory frameworks before market distribution.
• National standardization committees: Implementing and endorsing harmonized safety standards to protect consumers.
• Facility operators and installers: Advising on safe installation and operational controls to mitigate risks in residential and commercial sauna settings.

By adhering to EN 60335-2-53:2011/A1:2023, stakeholders ensure electrical sauna appliances comply with the latest safety norms, reducing hazards associated with electrical heating elements and enhancing user protection.

Related Standards

To complement EN 60335-2-53, consider these related standards for comprehensive safety and performance management:

• EN 60335-1 – General requirements for household and similar electrical appliances.
• IEC 60335-2 series – Safety requirements for specific types of electrical appliances.
• EN 60335-2-9 – Particular requirements for grills, toasters, and similar appliances, providing cross-reference for heating device safety.
• National electrical safety codes in various CENELEC member countries to ensure appliance installation complies with local wiring and safety regulations.

Conclusion

EN 60335-2-53:2011/A1:2023 is an essential standard for the safe design and use of sauna heating appliances and infrared cabins in the European market. It establishes robust safety controls, including time pre-selection features and component temperature limits, aligning with international practices while addressing specific European regulatory requirements. Compliance supports manufacturers in achieving market access, protects consumers from electrical hazards, and ensures equipment reliability in sauna and wellness environments.

Keywords: sauna heating appliances safety, infrared cabin electrical safety, EN 60335-2-53, household electrical appliances standard, sauna heater time pre-selection, electrical component temperature limits, CENELEC sauna appliance standards, IEC 60335-2-53 amendment, European sauna safety compliance.

Standards Content (Sample)

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-julij-2023
Gospodinjski in podobni električni aparati - Varnost - 2-53. del: Posebne zahteve
za električne grelne aparate za savne in infrardeče kabine (IEC 60335-2-
53:2011/A1:2017 + COR1:2017) - Dopolnilo A1
Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-53: Particular requirements
for sauna heating appliances and infrared cabins (IEC 60335-2-53:2011/A1:2017 +
COR1:2017)
Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues - Sécurité - Partie 2-53: Règles particulières
pour les appareils de chauffage de saunas et les cabines infrarouges (IEC 60335-2-
53:2011/A1:2017 + COR1:2017)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 60335-2-53:2011/A1:2023
ICS:
97.100.10 Električni grelniki Electric heaters
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

EUROPEAN STANDARD EN 60335-2-53:2011/A1

NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM May 2023
ICS 97.100.10
English Version
Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-53:
Particular requirements for sauna heating appliances and
infrared cabins
(IEC 60335-2-53:2011/A1:2017 + COR1:2017)
Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues - Sécurité - To be completed
Partie 2-53: Règles particulières pour les appareils de (IEC 60335-2-53:2011/A1:2017 + COR1:2017)
chauffage de saunas et les cabines infrarouges
(IEC 60335-2-53:2011/A1:2017 + COR1:2017)
This amendment A1 modifies the European Standard EN 60335-2-53:2011; it was approved by CENELEC on 2023-03-01. 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.
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European foreword
This document (EN 60335-2-53:2011/A1:2023) consists of the text of IEC 60335-2-53:2011/A1:2017 prepared
by IEC/TC 61 "Safety of household and similar electrical appliances".
The following dates are fixed:
• latest date by which this document has to be (dop) 2023-12-02
implemented at national level by publication of an
identical national standard or by endorsement
• latest date by which the national standards (dow) 2026-06-02
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 60335-2-53:2011/A1:2023 and EN 60335-2-53:2011/A11:2023.
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.
Endorsement notice
The text of the International Standard IEC 60335-2-53:2011/A1:2017 was approved by CENELEC as a
European Standard without any modification.

IEC 60335-2-53 ®
Edition 4.0 2017-01
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
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INTERNATIONALE
A MENDMENT 1
AM ENDEMENT 1
Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety –

Part 2-53: Particular requirements for sauna heating appliances and infrared

cabins
Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues – Sécurité –

Partie 2-53: Règles particulières pour les appareils de chauffage de saunas et les

cabines infrarouges
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ELECTROTECHNICAL
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ICS 13.120; 97.100.10 ISBN 978-2-8322-3881-3
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