Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-15: Particular requirements for appliances for heating liquids

This European Standard deals with the safety of electrical appliances for heating liquids for household and similar purposes, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V.

Sicherheit elektrischer Geräte für den Hausgebrauch und ähnliche Zwecke - Teil 2-15: Besondere Anforderungen für Geräte zur Flüssigkeitserhitzung

Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues - Sécurité - Partie 2-15: Exigences particulières pour les appareils de chauffage des liquides

Gospodinjski in podobni električni aparati - Varnost - 2-15. del: Posebne zahteve za aparate za gretje tekočin - Dopolnilo A1

General Information

Status
Published
Publication Date
30-Sep-2021
Current Stage
6060 - Document made available - Publishing
Start Date
01-Oct-2021
Due Date
03-Sep-2022
Completion Date
01-Oct-2021

Relations

Effective Date
27-Jan-2023
Effective Date
03-Mar-2020

Overview

EN 60335-2-15:2016/A1:2021 is a European standard issued by CLC that specifies safety requirements for household and similar electrical appliances designed to heat liquids. This standard applies to appliances operating at rated voltages up to 250 V. It focuses on the particular safety considerations necessary when heating liquids, covering wide-ranging appliances such as coffee-makers, kettles, and other liquid-heating devices intended for domestic use.

This amendment A1 updates the original 2016 version, reflecting advances in appliance design and usage while ensuring continued consumer safety. It integrates provisions that address design, construction, marking, testing, and operational requirements specific to liquid heating appliances.

Key topics

  • Scope and Definitions
    The standard specifies appliances for heating liquids for household use, detailing key definitions such as "decorative door" and clarifying operational conditions for coffee-makers and similar appliances.

  • Marking and Instructions
    Clear user instructions are mandated. For example, coffee-makers with decorative doors or intended for cabinet use must specify safe operating conditions, such as keeping doors open during operation. Warning labels about cracked surfaces are also required to prevent user hazards.

  • Power Input and Current Measurement
    Power and current consumption must be measured through a full operating cycle selected by the user (e.g., descaling, brewing) starting at ambient temperature. This ensures accurate assessment of energy use during typical appliance operation.

  • Heating Performance and Safety Tests
    Appliances, including coffee-makers with decorative doors, undergo testing with doors open to simulate safe operating conditions. Specific protocols are outlined for espresso coffee-makers with steam outlets and automatic coffee machines that grind beans, ensuring continuous safety during complex operations.

  • Moisture Resistance
    The standard includes practical moisture resistance testing by simulating liquid spillage during filling or pouring actions, ensuring appliance durability and safety in real-world use scenarios.

  • Abnormal Operation Tests
    Appliances are tested under conditions such as overheating (e.g., covered heating surfaces) and other abnormal scenarios to verify they do not ignite or cause hazards. Special tests apply to models with keep-warm functions, decorative doors, or integrated coffee bean mills.

  • Construction Requirements
    Safety features include restrictions on movement of frothing nozzles (maximum 45° rotation) and pressure relief protocols for pressure cookers to prevent rupture or leaks. Protective and pressure-regulating devices must ensure the appliance’s structural integrity during operation and testing.

Applications

This standard is essential for manufacturers, testing organizations, and regulatory authorities involved with:

  • Electric Coffee Makers
    Including automatic espresso machines, traditional coffee makers, and bean grinders to ensure safe brewing, heating, and cleaning cycles.

  • Electric Kettles and Liquid Heaters
    Covering appliances designed for boiling water and similar heating functions in domestic and similar environments.

  • Multi-function Liquid Heating Appliances
    Devices combining heating with additional features such as keep-warm plates, steam nozzles, or decorative cabinetry elements.

By adhering to EN 60335-2-15:2016/A1:2021, stakeholders can ensure that liquid heating appliances meet stringent safety requirements, reduce risks of fire, electrical hazards, and mechanical failure, thereby protecting consumers and building product trust.

Related Standards

  • EN 60335-1 – General safety requirements for household electrical appliances; forms the foundational framework complemented by Part 2-15.
  • IEC 60335-2-15:2012/A2:2016 – The original international standard this European amendment complements.
  • EN 60335-2-15:2016/A12:2021 – Additional amendments related to the same appliance category, providing updated guidance on regulatory compliance.
  • EU Directives on Electrical Safety – EN 60335-2-15:2016/A1 supports essential requirements of relevant EU Directives regulating household electrical appliance safety.

Keywords: EN 60335-2-15, electrical appliance safety, liquid heating appliances, household coffee makers, electric kettles, appliance testing, European safety standards, CLC, IEC 60335-2-15, appliance construction, domestic electrical safety.

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EN 60335-2-15:2016/A1:2021 is a amendment published by CLC. Its full title is "Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-15: Particular requirements for appliances for heating liquids". This standard covers: This European Standard deals with the safety of electrical appliances for heating liquids for household and similar purposes, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V.

This European Standard deals with the safety of electrical appliances for heating liquids for household and similar purposes, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V.

EN 60335-2-15:2016/A1:2021 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 13.120 - Domestic safety; 97.040.50 - Small kitchen appliances. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.

EN 60335-2-15:2016/A1:2021 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 60335-2-15:2016, EN 60335-2-15:2016/A12:2021. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.

EN 60335-2-15:2016/A1:2021 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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SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-december-2021
Gospodinjski in podobni električni aparati - Varnost - 2-15. del: Posebne zahteve
za aparate za gretje tekočin - Dopolnilo A1
Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-15: Particular requirements
for appliances for heating liquids
Sicherheit elektrischer Geräte für den Hausgebrauch und ähnliche Zwecke - Teil 2-15:
Besondere Anforderungen für Geräte zur Flüssigkeitserhitzung
Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues - Sécurité - Partie 2-15: Exigences
particulières pour les appareils de chauffage des liquides
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 60335-2-15:2016/A1:2021
ICS:
13.120 Varnost na domu Domestic safety
97.040.50 Majhni gospodinjski aparati Small kitchen appliances
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

EUROPEAN STANDARD EN 60335-2-15:2016/A1

NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
October 2021
ICS 13.120; 97.040.50
English Version
Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-15:
Particular requirements for appliances for heating liquids
(IEC 60335-2-15:2012/A1:2016)
Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues - Sécurité - Sicherheit elektrischer Geräte für den Hausgebrauch und
Partie 2-15: Exigences particulières pour les appareils de ähnliche Zwecke - Teil 2-15: Besondere Anforderungen für
chauffage des liquides Geräte zur Flüssigkeitserhitzung
(IEC 60335-2-15:2012/A1:2016) (IEC 60335-2-15:2012/A1:2016)
This amendment A1 modifies the European Standard EN 60335-2-15:2016; it was approved by CENELEC on 2021-03-13. 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,
Turkey 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
© 2021 CENELEC All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved worldwide for CENELEC Members.
Ref. No. EN 60335-2-15:2016/A1:2021 E

European foreword
This document (EN 60335-2-15:2016/A1:2021) consists of the text of IEC 60335-2-15:2012/A2:2016
prepared by IEC/TC 61 "Safety of household and similar electrical appliances".
The following dates are fixed:
• latest date by which the document has to be implemented at national (dop) 2022-04-01
level by publication of an identical national standard or by endorsement
• latest date by which the national standards conflicting with the (dow) 2024-10-01
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 60335-2-15:2016/A12:2021.
This document has been prepared under a Standardization Request given to CENELEC by the
European Commission and the European Free Trade Association, and supports essential
requirements of EU Directive(s) / Regulation(s).
For the relationship with EU Directive(s)/Regulation(s), see informative Annex ZZA, included in
EN 60335-2-15:2016/A12:2021.
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 60335-2-15:2012/A1:2016 was approved by CENELEC as
a European Standard without any modification.

IEC 60335-2-15 ®
Edition 6.0 2016-04
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
NORME
INTERNATIONALE
AM ENDMENT 1
AM ENDEMENT 1
Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety –

Part 2-15: Particular requirements for appliances for heating liquids

Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues – Sécurité –

Partie 2-15: Exigences particulières pour les appareils de chauffage des liquides

INTERNATIONAL
ELECTROTECHNICAL
COMMISSION
COMMISSION
ELECTROTECHNIQUE
INTERNATIONALE
ICS 13.120; 97.040.50 ISBN 978-2-8322-3280-4

– 2 – IEC 60335-2-15:2012/AMD1:2016
© IEC 2016
FOREWORD
This amendment has been prepared by IEC technical committee 61: Safety of household and
similar electrical appliances.
The text of this amendment is based on the following documents:
FDIS Report on voting
61/5109/FDIS 61/5131/RVD
Full information on the voting for the approval of this amendment can be found in the report
on voting indicated in the above table.
The committee has decided that the contents of this amendment and the base publication will
remain unchanged until the stability date indicated on the IEC website 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 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.

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1 Scope
Add at the end of Note 102:
Appliances can have more than one function.
3 Terms and definitions
3.1.9.101 Delete “coffee-makers” from the first paragraph.
Add the following as a new second paragraph:
Coffee makers are operated in accordance with their instructions with the water container
filled to its rated capacity and bean container, if any, filled with coffee beans. The warming
plate and all other energy consuming functions, if any, are switched on.
Add the following new definition:
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SIST EN 60335-2-15:2016/A1:2021は、家庭用および類似の電気器具に関する欧州規格であり、液体を加熱するための電気器具に特定の安全要件を提供しています。この標準は、250V以下の定格電圧を持つ器具を対象としており、家庭や類似の使用に関連した電気式加熱器具の安全性を保証することを目指しています。 この標準の強みは、具体的な要件が明確に定義されている点です。たとえば、加熱部品の取り扱いや熱の発生に関する基準が設けられており、不適切な使用や故障時のリスクを軽減するよう設計されています。また、この標準は、製品の設計段階から市場への流通までの安全性を保証するための評価基準を提供するため、製造者や消費者にとっても重要です。 さらに、SIST EN 60335-2-15:2016/A1:2021は、現代の技術や市場のニーズに応じて定期的に改正されています。2021年の改正版は、特に安全性の向上や新しい技術に対応した要件を追加しており、製品の競争力と信頼性を高めています。このため、電気器具の設計者や製造者にとって必須の規格であり、製品開発の基本的な指針として機能します。 このように、SIST EN 60335-2-15:2016/A1:2021は、安全な家庭用および類似の電気器具を提供するために不可欠な基盤を構築しており、消費者の安心を確保するための重要な役割を果たしています。

The SIST EN 60335-2-15:2016/A1:2021 standard provides essential guidelines for the safety of household and similar electrical appliances specifically designed for heating liquids. This document focuses on appliances that operate at a rated voltage of no more than 250 V, ensuring compliance with safety measures critical to protecting users from potential hazards. One of the significant strengths of this standard lies in its comprehensive approach to safety. It outlines specific requirements that manufacturers must meet to guarantee the reliability and security of heating appliances, thereby significantly minimizing risks associated with electrical accidents. The clarity of the requirements aids designers and manufacturers in developing products that not only comply with the standard but also align with consumer expectations for safety. Furthermore, the EN 60335-2-15:2016/A1:2021 standard is highly relevant in today's market, given the increasing prevalence of household appliances that utilize heating elements. As consumers become more reliant on such appliances, the need for established safety protocols becomes paramount. The standard addresses various aspects of safety, including electrical performance, mechanical integrity, and durability, which collectively ensure that appliances are safe for everyday use. Additionally, the document promotes uniformity across different regions within the European market. By adhering to this standard, manufacturers can facilitate trade and reduce barriers associated with varying safety requirements in different countries. This standardization is not only beneficial for manufacturers but also enhances consumer trust in the safety and quality of household electrical appliances. In summary, the SIST EN 60335-2-15:2016/A1:2021 standard is crucial for the development and marketing of safe heating appliances for household and similar applications. Its detailed requirements and focus on safety ensure that users can confidently utilize these products while manufacturers benefit from clear guidelines that promote market uniformity and safety assurance.

La norme EN 60335-2-15:2016/A1:2021 est un document crucial qui porte sur la sécurité des appareils électriques destinés à chauffer des liquides, visant principalement une utilisation ménagère et similaire. Son champ d'application englobe tous les appareils dont la tension nominale ne dépasse pas 250 V, ce qui en fait une norme essentielle pour assurer la protection des utilisateurs dans un cadre domestique. L'un des principaux atouts de cette norme réside dans son approche approfondie et détaillée des exigences de sécurité à respecter pour ces appareils. En délimitant des critères précis en matière de conception, de fabrication et d'usage, la norme garantit que les appareils concernés ne présentent pas de risques excessifs d'accidents domestiques, tels que les brûlures ou les électrocutions. Par ailleurs, la norme évolue régulièrement pour intégrer les nouvelles technologies et les méthodes de fabrication modernes, assurant ainsi sa pertinence face aux changements des comportements des consommateurs et des innovations sur le marché. Avec l'ajout d'amendements comme ceux présents dans l'édition de 2021, la norme s'adapte aux nouvelles exigences de sécurité, renforçant davantage sa validité. En somme, EN 60335-2-15:2016/A1:2021 se distingue par sa rigueur et son exhaustivité, offrant une ligne directrice claire pour la sécurité des appareils de chauffage de liquides. Cela témoigne de son importance non seulement pour les fabricants qui doivent s'y conformer, mais également pour les consommateurs qui gagnent en confiance quant à l'utilisation de ces appareils au quotidien.

표준 EN 60335-2-15:2016/A1:2021은 가정용 및 유사 용도의 전기 액체 가열 기기의 안전성에 관한 유럽 표준으로, 정격 전압이 250V를 초과하지 않는 기기에 적용됩니다. 이 표준은 사용자가 안전하게 가정에서 전기 액체 가열 기기를 사용할 수 있도록 보장하는 데 중점을 두고 있으며, 제품의 설계 및 제조 시 준수해야 할 구체적인 요구사항을 정의합니다. 이 표준의 가장 큰 강점은 포괄적인 안전 기준을 제공한다는 것입니다. 이는 다양한 유형의 액체 가열 기기에 적용되며, 예를 들어 전기 주전자, 커피 메이커 및 기타 유사 기기들이 포함됩니다. EN 60335-2-15는 전기적, 기계적 및 열적 위험 방지를 위한 기술적 요구사항을 상세히 기술하여 제조업체와 소비자 모두에게 유용합니다. 또한, 이 표준은 최신 기술과 시장의 변화에 적응할 수 있도록 정기적으로 개정됩니다. 이를 통해 지속적으로 개선된 안전성을 보장할 뿐만 아니라, 새로운 유형의 액체 가열 기기에도 적용될 수 있는 유연성을 제공합니다. EN 60335-2-15:2016/A1:2021은 안전 기준을 설정함으로써 소비자 신뢰를 증대시키고, 제품 안전성이 향상됨으로써 시장에서의 경쟁력을 높이는 데 기여합니다. 결과적으로, EN 60335-2-15:2016/A1:2021 표준은 가정용 및 유사 용도의 전기 액체 가열 기기에 대해 필수적인 안전 요구사항을 제공하며, 제조업체가 안전하고 신뢰할 수 있는 제품을 생산할 수 있도록 돕는 중요한 역할을 수행합니다. 이는 가정 내에서의 안전한 사용을 위한 필수적인 기준으로 자리 잡고 있습니다.

Die Norm EN 60335-2-15:2016/A1:2021 behandelt die Sicherheit von elektrischen Geräten zur Erwärmung von Flüssigkeiten im Haushalt und ähnlichen Anwendungen, die eine Nennspannung von nicht mehr als 250 V aufweisen. Der Umfang dieser Norm ist klar auf die spezifischen Anforderungen von Haushaltsgeräten fokussiert, die für die Erwärmung von Wasser oder anderen Flüssigkeiten entwickelt wurden. Diese detaillierte Norm gewährleistet, dass solche Geräte sicher und zuverlässig im täglichen Gebrauch sind. Ein wesentliches Stärke der Norm liegt in ihrer umfassenden Analyse und Berücksichtigung verschiedener Sicherheitsaspekte. Dazu gehören die mechanische Festigkeit, der elektrische Schutz sowie der Schutz vor Überhitzung. Die Norm bietet klare Vorgaben, wie potentielle Gefahren, die beim Betrieb von Geräten zur Erwärmung von Flüssigkeiten entstehen können, minimiert werden können. Dies erhöht die Sicherheit für den Endverbraucher erheblich und trägt zur Vermeidung von Unfällen bei. Die Relevanz dieser Norm ist in der heutigen Zeit von besonderer Bedeutung, da der Gebrauch von elektrischen Geräten in Haushalten stetig zunimmt. Die Standardisierung fördert nicht nur die Sicherheit, sondern unterstützt auch die Produktentwicklung und Marktakzeptanz für Hersteller von elektrischen Haushaltsgeräten. Durch die Anwendung dieser Norm können Unternehmen sicherstellen, dass ihre Produkte den europäischen Sicherheitsanforderungen entsprechen und gleichzeitig das Vertrauen der Verbraucher gewinnen. Zusammenfassend lässt sich sagen, dass die EN 60335-2-15:2016/A1:2021 eine unverzichtbare Grundlage für die Sicherheit von elektrischen Heizgeräten für Flüssigkeiten im Haushalt darstellt, die sowohl technologische Exzellenz als auch höchsten Sicherheitsstandard fördert.