Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-23: Particular requirements for appliances for skin or hair care

Deals with the safety of electric appliances for the care of skin or hair of persons or animals, intended for household and similar purposes. The rated voltage of the appliance being not more than 250 V.

Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues - Sécurité - Partie 2-23: Règles particulières pour les appareils destinés aux soins de la peau ou des cheveux

Traite de la sécurité des appareils électriques pour les soins de la peau ou des cheveux des personnes ou des animaux, destinés aux usages domestiques et analogues et dont la tension assignée n'est pas supérieure à 250 V.

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STANDARD 60335-2-23
Fifth edition
2003-01
Household and similar electrical appliances –
Safety –
Part 2-23:
Particular requirements for appliances
for skin or hair care
Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues – Sécurité –
Partie 2-23:
Règles particulières pour les appareils destinés aux soins
de la peau ou des cheveux
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2003-01
Household and similar electrical appliances –
Safety –
Part 2-23:
Particular requirements for skin or hair care
Sécurité des appareils électrodomestiques et analogues –
Partie 2-23:
Règles particulières pour les appareils destinés aux soins
de la peau ou des cheveux
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CONTENTS
FOREWORD . 3
INTRODUCTION .5
1 Scope . 6
2 Normative references. 7
3 Definitions . 7
4 General requirement . 8
5 General conditions for the tests . 8
6 Classification . 8
7 Marking and instructions . 8
8 Protection against access to live parts . 9
9 Starting of motor-operated appliances . 9
10 Power input and current. 9
11 Heating. 9
12 Void .11
13 Leakage current and electric strength at operating temperature .11
14 Transient overvoltages.11
15 Moisture resistance.11
16 Leakage current and electric strength .11
17 Overload protection of transformers and associated circuits.11
18 Endurance .11
19 Abnormal operation.11
20 Stability and mechanical hazards.12
21 Mechanical strength.13
22 Construction .13
23 Internal wiring.14
24 Components .14
25 Supply connection and external flexible cords.14
26 Terminals for external conductors .15
27 Provision for earthing.15
28 Screws and connections .15
29 Clearances, creepage distances and solid insulation .16
30 Resistance to heat and fire .16
31 Resistance to rusting .16
32 Radiation, toxicity and similar hazards .16
Annexes.18
Bibliography.18
Figure 101 – Wire frame.17

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HOUSEHOLD AND SIMILAR ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES –
SAFETY –
Part 2-23: Particular requirements for appliances
for skin or hair care
FOREWORD
1) The IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) is a worldwide organization for standardization comprising
all national electrotechnical committees (IEC National Committees). The object of the IEC is to promote
international co-operation on all questions concerning standardization in the electrical and electronic fields. To
this end and in addition to other activities, the IEC publishes International Standards. Their preparation is
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4) In order to promote international unification, IEC National Committees undertake to apply IEC International
Standards transparently to the maximum extent possible in their national and regional standards. Any
divergence between the IEC Standard and the corresponding national or regional standard shall be clearly
indicated in the latter.
5) The IEC provides no marking procedure to indicate its approval and cannot be rendered responsible for any
equipment declared to be in conformity with one of its standards.
6) Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this International Standard may be the subject
of patent rights. The IEC shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
This part of International Standard IEC 60335 has been prepared by IEC technical committee
61: Safety of household and similar electrical appliances.
This fifth edition cancels and replaces the fourth edition published in 1996 and its amend-
ment 1 (2000). It constitutes a technical revision.
The text of this part of 60335 is based on the following documents:
FDIS Report on voting
61/2205/FDIS 61/2288/RVD
Full information on the voting for the approval of this standard can be found in the report on
voting indicated in the above table.
This part 2 is to be used in conjunction with the latest edition of IEC 60335-1 and its
amendments. It was established on the basis of the fourth edition (2001) of that standard.
NOTE 1 When “Part 1” is mentioned in this standard, it refers to IEC 60335-1.
This part 2 supplements or modifies the corresponding clauses in IEC 60335-1, so as to
convert that publication into the IEC standard: Safety requirements for electric appliances for
skin or hair care.
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When a particular subclause of Part 1 is not mentioned in this part 2, that subclause applies
as far as is reasonable. When this standard states “addition”, “modification” or “replacement”,
the relevant text in Part 1 is to be adapted accordingly.
NOTE 2 The following numbering system is used:
– subclauses, tables and figures that are numbered starting from 101 are additional to those in Part 1;
– unless notes are in a new subclause or involve notes in Part 1, they are numbered starting from 101, including
those in a replaced clause or subclause;
– additional annexes are lettered AA, BB, etc.
NOTE 3 The following print types are used:
– requirements: in roman type;
– test specifications: in italic type;
– notes: in small roman type.
Words in bold in the text are defined in Clause 3. When a definition concerns an adjective, the adjective and the
associated noun are also in bold.
The committee has decided that the contents of this publication will remain unchanged
until 2004. At this date, the publication will be
• reconfirmed;
• withdrawn;
• replaced by a revised edition, or
• amended.
The following differences exist in the countries indicated below.
– 3.1.9: Normal operation is different (USA).
– 6.1: Appliances fitted with a supply cord may be of class 0 or class 0I (Japan and USA).
– 6.2: The addition does not apply (USA).
– Clause 7: Additional markings and instructions are required (USA).
– 11.7: Rest periods are not allowed (USA).
– 11.101: The test is not carried out (USA).
– 19.2: Different methods are used to restrict heat dissipation (USA)
– 19.101: The temperature rise limits are different (USA).
– 21.101: The test is different (USA).
– Clause 22: Hand-held hairdryers are required to incorporate a protective device to comply with an immersion
test (USA).
– 22.36: The requirement does not apply (Japan and USA).
– 22.102: The requirement does not apply (USA).
– 24.1.3: The number of cycles of operation is different (USA).
– 25.7: The use of PVC sheathed cords is not restricted by the surface temperature of the enclosure
(Australia).
– 25.7: The addition does not apply (Japan).
– 25.7: PVC sheathed cords are not allowed if they could contact surfaces over 121 °C (USA).
– 25.8: The addition does not apply (Japan).
– 25.14: The test is different (USA).
– 25.101: The test is different (USA).
A bilingual version of this publication may be issued at a later date.
The contents of the corrigendum of July 2004 have been included in this copy.

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INTRODUCTION
It has been assumed in the drafting of this International Standard that the execution of its
provisions is entrusted to appropriately qualified and experienced persons.
This standard recognizes the internationally accepted level of protection against hazards such
as electrical, mechanical, thermal, fire and radiation of appliances when operated as in
normal use taking into account the manufacturer's instructions. It also covers abnormal
situations that can be expected in practice.
This standard takes into account the requirements of IEC 60364 as far as possible so that
there is compatibility with the wiring rules when the appliance is connected to the supply
mains. However, national wiring rules may differ.
If an appliance within the scope of this standard also incorporates functions that are covered
by another part 2 of IEC 60335, the relevant part 2 is applied to each function separately, as
far as is reasonable. If applicable, the influence of one function on the other is taken into
account.
This standard is a product family standard dealing with the safety of appliances and takes
precedence over horizontal and generic standards covering the same subject.
An appliance that complies with the text of this standard will not necessarily be considered to
comply with the safety principles of the standard if, when examined and tested, it is found to
have other features that impair the level of safety covered by these requirements.
An appliance employing materials or having forms of construction differing from those detailed
in the requirements of this standard may be examined and tested according to the intent of
the requirements and, if found to be substantially equivalent, may be considered to comply
with the standard.
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Part 2-23: Particular requirements for appliances
for skin or hair care
1 Scope
This clause of Part 1 is replaced by the following.
This International Standard deals with the safety of electric appliances for the care of skin or
hair of persons or animals and intended for household and similar purposes, their rated
voltage being not more than 250 V.
NOTE 101 Examples of appliances that are within the scope of this standard are
– curling combs;
– curling irons;
– curling rollers with separate heaters;
– facial saunas;
– hairdryers;
– hand dryers;
– heaters with detachable curlers;
– permanent-wave appliances.
NOTE 102 Appliances covered by this standard may incorporate steam-producing or spray-producing devices.
Appliances not intended for normal household use but that nevertheless may be a source of
danger to the public, such as appliances intended to be used by laymen in shops, in light
industry and on farms, are within the scope of this standard.
NOTE 103 Examples are appliances for use in hairdressing salons.
As far as is practicable, this standard deals with the common hazards presented by
appliances that are encountered by all persons in and around the home. However, in general,
it does not take into account
– the use of appliances by young children or infirm persons without supervision;
– playing with the appliance by young children.
NOTE 104 Attention is drawn to the fact that
– for appliances intended to be used in vehicles or on board ships or aircraft, additional requirements may be
necessary;
– in many countries additional requirements are specified by the national health authorities, the national
authorities responsible for the protection of labour and similar authorities.
NOTE 105 This standard does not apply to
– appliances intended exclusively for industrial purposes;
– appliances intended to be used in locations where special conditions prevail, such as the presence of a
corrosive or explosive atmosphere (dust, vapour or gas);
– shavers, hair clippers and similar appliances (IEC 60335-2-8);
– UV and IR radiation appliances (IEC 60335-2-27);
– sauna heating appliances (IEC 60335-2-53);
– appliances intended for medical purposes (IEC 60601).

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2 Normative references
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows:
Addition:
ISO 3864, Safety colours and safety signs.
3 Definitions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
3.1.9 Replacement:
normal operation
operation of the appliance under the following conditions
Helmet-type hairdryers are operated with the axis of the hood inclined at an angle of 60° to
the horizontal or the maximum angle allowed by the construction if this is less. A dull black-
painted wooden sphere, 200 mm in diameter, is placed in the hood so that its centre coincides
with the axis of the hood, the shortest distance between the sphere and the air-outlet grille
being 50 mm.
Hairdryers having a flexible hood attachment are operated with the hood attachment placed
over the wire frame of Figure 101, the frame being positioned over the wooden sphere.
NOTE 101 Helmet-type hairdryers that are supported by the head are operated as hairdryers having a flexible
hood attachment.
Hand-held hairdryers are operated with unrestricted airflow directed downwards.
Permanent-wave appliances are operated in the normal position of use, the curling rollers
hanging freely.
Heaters for detachable curlers are operated in the normal position of use together with the
curlers.
Curling irons, curling combs and similar appliances are operated with their major axis
horizontal.
Appliances having steam-producing or spray-producing devices are operated with the
container empty or filled, whichever is more unfavourable. However, if the appliance is
marked to indicate that it is to be used with the container filled, the container is filled. Water is
added, when necessary, to compensate for evaporation.
Hand dryers are operated in the normal position of use with unrestricted airflow.
Facial saunas are operated in the normal position of use and filled with water. Water is added,
when necessary, to maintain the steam output.
3.101
helmet-type hairdryer
hairdryer having a rigid hood that is placed over the head in normal use
NOTE The hood may be supported by a stand or have means for attaching to a support.
3.102
heater for detachable curlers
appliance for heating curling irons or curling rollers that accumulate heat
3.103
swivel connection
means for connecting the supply cord so that the appliance can be rotated continuously
without twisting the cord
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4 General requirement
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
5 General conditions for the tests
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
5.2 Addition:
NOTE 101 The additional test of 25.14 for hand-held appliances is carried out on a separate appliance.
6 Classification
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except a
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SOMMAIRE
AVANT-PROPOS.4
INTRODUCTION.10
1 Domaine d’application .12
2 Références normatives.14
3 Définitions .14
4 Exigences générales .16
5 Conditions générales d’essais .16
6 Classification.16
7 Marquage et indications .18
8 Protection contre l’accès aux parties actives .20
9 Démarrage des appareils à moteur.20
10 Puissance et courant .20
11 Echauffements .20
12 Vacant.22
13 Courant de fuite et rigidité diélectrique à la température de régime .22
14 Surtensions transitoires.22
15 Résistance à l’humidité.22
16 Courant de fuite et rigidité diélectrique .22
17 Protection contre la surcharge des transformateurs et des circuits associés.24
18 Endurance.24
19 Fonctionnement anormal .24
20 Stabilité et dangers mécaniques .26
21 Résistance mécanique .26
22 Construction .28
23 Conducteurs internes .30
24 Composants .30
25 Raccordement au réseau et câbles souples extérieurs .30
26 Bornes pour conducteurs externes .32
27 Dispositions en vue de la mise à la terre .32
28 Vis et connexions .32
29 Distances dans l'air, lignes de fuite et isolation solide .32
30 Résistance à la chaleur et au feu.34
31 Protection contre la rouille.34
32 Rayonnement, toxicité et dangers analogues.34

Annexes .38

Bibliographie.38

Figure 101 – Armature de fils.36

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CONTENTS
FOREWORD.5
INTRODUCTION.11

1 Scope.13
2 Normative references.15
3 Definitions.15
4 General requirement.17
5 General conditions for the tests .17
6 Classification.17
7 Marking and instructions.19
8 Protection against access to live parts.21
9 Starting of motor-operated appliances .21
10 Power input and current .21
11 Heating.21
12 Void .23
13 Leakage current and electric strength at operating temperature.23
14 Transient overvoltages .23
15 Moisture resistance.23
16 Leakage current and electric strength.23
17 Overload protection of transformers and associated circuits .25
18 Endurance.25
19 Abnormal operation.25
20 Stability and mechanical hazards .27
21 Mechanical strength .27
22 Construction.29
23 Internal wiring.31
24 Components.31
25 Supply connection and external flexible cords .31
26 Terminals for external conductors.33
27 Provision for earthing .33
28 Screws and connections .33
29 Clearances, creepage distances and solid insulation .33
30 Resistance to heat and fire.35
31 Resistance to rusting.35
32 Radiation, toxicity and similar hazards.35

Annexes .39

Bibliography.39

Figure 101 – Wire frame .37

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La présente partie de la Norme internationale CEI 60335 a été établie par le comité d'études
61 de la CEI: Sécurité des appareils électrodomestiques et analogues.
Cette cinquième édition annule et remplace la quatrième édition parue en 1996 et son
amendement 1 (2000), dont elle constitue une révision technique.
Cette version bilingue (2005-06) remplace la version monolingue anglaise.
Le texte anglais de cette norme est issu des documents 61/2205/FDIS et 61/2288/RVD. Le
rapport de vote 61/2288/RVD donne toute information sur le vote ayant abouti à l’approbation
de cette norme.
60335-2-23  IEC:2005 – 5 –
INTERNATIONAL ELECTROTECHNICAL COMMISSION
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HOUSEHOLD AND SIMILAR ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES –
SAFETY –
Part 2-23: Particular requirements for appliances
for skin or hair care
FOREWORD
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This part of International Standard IEC 60335 has been prepared by IEC technical committee
61: Safety of household and similar electrical appliances.
This fifth edition cancels and replaces the fourth edition published in 1996 and its amend-
ment 1 (2000). It constitutes a technical revision.
This bilingual version (2005-06) replaces the English version.
The text of this part of 60335 is based on the following documents:
FDIS Report on voting
61/2205/FDIS 61/2288/RVD
Full information on the voting for the approval of this standard can be found in the report on
voting indicated in the above table.

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La version française de cette norme n’a pas été soumise au vote.
Le contenu du corrigendum de juillet 2004 a été pris en considération dans cet exemplaire.
La présente partie 2 doit être utilisée conjointement avec la dernière édition de la CEI 60335-1
et ses amendements. Elle a été établie sur la base de la quatrième édition (2001) de cette
norme.
NOTE 1 L’expression “Partie 1” utilisée dans la présente norme fait référence à la CEI 60335-1.
La présente partie 2 complète ou modifie les articles correspondants de la CEI 60335-1, de
façon à transformer cette publication en norme CEI: Règles de sécurité pour les appareils
électriques destinés aux soins de la peau ou des cheveux.
Lorsqu'un paragraphe particulier de la Partie 1 n'est pas mentionné dans cette partie 2, ce
paragraphe s'applique pour autant qu’il est raisonnable. Lorsque la présente norme spécifie
“addition”, “modification” ou “remplacement”, le texte correspondant de la Partie 1 doit être
adapté en conséquence.
NOTE 2 Le système de numérotation suivant est utilisé:
– paragraphes, tableaux et figures: ceux qui sont numérotés à partir de 101 sont complémentaires à ceux de la
Partie 1;
– notes: à l’exception de celles qui sont dans un nouveau paragraphe ou de celles qui concernent des notes de
la Partie 1, les notes sont numérotées à partir de 101, y compris celles des articles ou paragraphes qui sont
modifiés ou remplacés;
– annexes: les annexes supplémentaires sont appelées AA, BB, etc.
NOTE 3 Les caractères d'imprimerie suivants sont utilisés:
– exigences: caractères romains;
– modalités d'essais: caractères italiques;
– notes: petits caractères romains.
Les mots en gras dans le texte sont définis à l'Article 3. Lorsqu'une définition concerne un adjectif, l'adjectif et le
nom associé figurent également en gras.
Les différences suivantes existent dans les pays indiqués ci-après.
– 3.1.9: Le fonctionnement normal est différent (USA).
– 6.1: Les appareils comportant un câble d'alimentation peuvent être de la classe 0 ou de la classe 0I (Japon et
USA).
– 6.2: L'addition n'est pas applicable (USA).
– Article 7: Des marquages et des instructions supplémentaires sont exigés (USA).
– 11.7: Des périodes de repos ne sont pas admises (USA).
– 11.101: L’essai n’est pas effectué (USA).
– 19.2: D'autres méthodes sont utilisées pour obtenir un dégagement de chaleur réduit (USA).
– 19.101: Les limites pour les échauffements sont différentes (USA).
– 21.101: L’essai est différent (USA).
– Article 22: Les sèche-cheveux portatifs doivent comporter un dispositif de protection pour satisfaire à un essai
d'immersion (USA).
– 22.36: L’exigence n'est pas applicable (Japon et USA).
– 22.102: L’exigence n’est pas applicable (USA).
– 24.1.3: Le nombre de cycles de fonctionnement est différent (USA).
– 25.7: L'emploi de câbles sous gaine de PVC n'est pas limité par l'échauffement de l'enveloppe (Australie).
– 25.7: L'addition n'est pas applicable (Japon).
– 25.7: Les câbles sous gaine de PVC ne sont pas autorisés s'ils peuvent venir au contact de surfaces dont la
température dépasse 121 °C (USA).
– 25.8: L'addition n'est pas applicable (Japon).
– 25.14: L’essai est différent (USA).
– 25.101: L’essai est différent (USA).

60335-2-23  IEC:2005 – 7 –
The French version of this standard has not been voted upon.
The contents of the corrigendum 1 of July 2004 have been included in this copy.
This part 2 is to be used in conjunction with the latest edition of IEC 60335-1 and its
amendments. It was established on the basis of the fourth edition (2001) of that standard.
NOTE 1 When “Part 1” is mentioned in this standard, it refers to IEC 60335-1.
This part 2 supplements or modifies the corresponding clauses in IEC 60335-1, so as to
convert that publication into the IEC standard: Safety requirements for electric appliances for
skin or hair care.
When a particular subclause of Part 1 is not mentioned in this part 2, that subclause applies
as far as is reasonable. When this standard states “addition”, “modification” or “replacement”,
the relevant text in Part 1 is to be adapted accordingly.
NOTE 2 The following numbering system is used:
– subclauses, tables and figures that are numbered starting from 101 are additional to those in Part 1;
– unless notes are in a new subclause or involve notes in Part 1, they are numbered starting from 101, including
those in a replaced clause or subclause;
– additional annexes are lettered AA, BB, etc.
NOTE 3 The following print types are used:
– requirements: in roman type;
– test specifications: in italic type;
– notes: in small roman type.
Words in bold in the text are defined in Clause 3. When a definition concerns an adjective, the adjective and the
associated noun are also in bold.
The following differences exist in the countries indicated below.
– 3.1.9: Normal operation is different (USA).
– 6.1: Appliances fitted with a supply cord may be of class 0 or class 0I (Japan and USA).
– 6.2: The addition does not apply (USA).
– Clause 7: Additional markings and instructions are required (USA).
– 11.7: Rest periods are not allowed (USA).
– 11.101: The test is not carried out (USA).
– 19.2: Different methods are used to restrict heat dissipation (USA)
– 19.101: The temperature rise limits are different (USA).
– 21.101: The test is different (USA).
– Clause 22: Hand-held hairdryers are required to incorporate a protective device to comply with an immersion
test (USA).
– 22.36: The requirement does not apply (Japan and USA).
– 22.102: The requirement does not apply (USA).
– 24.1.3: The number of cycles of operation is different (USA).
– 25.7: The use of PVC sheathed cords is not restricted by the surface temperature of the enclosure
(Australia).
– 25.7: The addition does not apply (Japan).
– 25.7: PVC sheathed cords are not allowed if they could contact surfaces over 121 °C (USA).
– 25.8: The addition does not apply (Japan).
– 25.14: The test is different (USA).
– 25.101: The test is different (USA).

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Le comité a décidé que le contenu de cette publication ne sera pas modifié avant la date de
maintenance indiquée sur le site web de la CEI sous «http://webstore.iec.ch» dans les
données relatives à la publication recherchée. A cette date, la publication sera
• reconduite;
• supprimée;
• remplacée par une édition révisée, ou
• amendée.
Le contenu des corrigenda de juillet 2004 et de janvier 2008 a été pris en considération dans
cet exemplaire.
60335-2-23 © IEC:2005 – 9 –
The committee has decided that the contents of this publication will remain unchanged until
the maintenance result date indicated on the IEC web site 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.
The contents of the corrigenda of July 2004 and January 2008 have been included in this
copy.
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INTRODUCTION
Il a été considéré en établissant la présente Norme internationale que l'exécution de ses
dispositions était confiée à des personnes expérimentées et ayant une qualification
appropriée.
Cette norme reconnaît le niveau de protection internationalement accepté contre les risques
électriques, mécaniques, thermiques, liés au feu et au rayonnement des appareils, lorsqu'ils
fonctionnent comme en usage normal en tenant compte des instructions du fabricant. Elle
couvre également les situations anormales auxquelles on peut s'attendre dans la pratique.
Cette norme tient compte autant que possible des exigences de la CEI 60364, de façon à
rester compatible avec les règles d'installation quand l’appareil est raccordé au réseau
d’alimentation. Cependant, des règles nationales d'installation peuvent être différentes.
Si un appareil compris dans le domaine d’application de cette norme comporte également des
fonctions qui sont couvertes par une autre partie 2 de la CEI 60335, la partie 2
correspondante est appliquée à chaque fonction séparément, dans la limite du raisonnable.
Si cela est applicable, on tient compte de l’influence d’une fonction sur les autres fonctions.
Cette norme est une norme de famille de produits traitant de la sécurité d’appareils et a
préséance sur les normes horizontales et génériques couvrant le même sujet.
Un appareil conforme au texte de la présente norme ne sera pas nécessairement jugé
conforme aux principes de sécurité de la norme si, lorsqu'il est examiné et soumis aux essais,
il apparaît qu'il présente d'autres caractéristiques qui compromettent le niveau de sécurité
visé par ces exigences.
Un appareil utilisant des matériaux ou présentant des modes de construction différents de
ceux décrits dans les exigences de cette norme peut être examiné et essayé en fonction de
l'objectif poursuivi par ces exigences et, s'il est jugé pratiquement équivalent, il peut être
estimé conforme aux principes de sécurité de la norme.

60335-2-23  IEC:2005 – 11 –
INTRODUCTION
It has been assumed in the drafting of this International Standard that the execution of its
provisions is entrusted to appropriately qualified and experienced persons.
This standard recognizes the internationally accepted level of protection against hazards such
as electrical, mechanical, thermal, fire and radiation of appliances when operated as in
normal use taking into account the manufacturer's instructions. It also covers abnormal
situations that can be expected in practice.
This standard takes into account the requirements of IEC 60364 as far as possible so that
there is compatibility with the wiring rules when the appliance is connected to the supply
mains. However, national wiring rules may differ.
If an appliance within the scope of this standard also incorporates functions that are covered
by another part 2 of IEC 60335, the relevant part 2 is applied to each function separately, as
far as is reasonable. If applicable, the influence of one function on the other is taken into
account.
This standard is a product family standard dealing with the safety of appliances and takes
precedence over horizontal and generic standards covering the same subject.
An appliance that complies with the text of this standard will not necessarily be considered to
comply with the safety principles of the standard if, when examined and tested, it is found to
have other features that impair the level of safety covered by these requirements.
An appliance employing materials or having forms of construction differing from those detailed
in the requirements of this standard may be examined and tested according to the intent of
the requirements and, if found to be substantially equivalent, may be considered to comply
with the standard.
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APPAREILS ÉLECTRODOMESTIQUES ET ANALOGUES –
SÉCURITÉ –
Partie 2-23: Règles particulières pour les appareils
destinés aux soins de la peau ou des cheveux

1 Domaine d’application
L’article de la Partie 1 est remplacé par l’article ci-après.
La présente Norme internationale traite de la sécurité des appareils électriques pour les soins
de la peau ou des cheveux des personnes ou des animaux, destinés aux usages domestiques
et analogues et dont la tension assignée n'est pas supérieure à 250 V.
NOTE 101 Comme exemples d'appareils compris dans le domaine d'application de la présente norme, on peut citer
– les peignes à friser;
– les fers à friser;
– les rouleaux à friser avec dispositif de chauffage séparé;
– les appareils de sauna facial;
– les sèche-cheveux;
– les sèche-mains;
– les dispositifs de chauffage pour parties frisantes amovibles;
– les appareils à permanente.
NOTE 102 Les appareils couverts par la présente norme peuvent comporter des dispositifs à production de
vapeur ou à aspersion.
Les appareils non destinés à un usage domestique normal, mais qui peuvent néanmoins
constituer une source de danger pour le public, tels que les appareils destinés à être utilisés
par des usagers non avertis dans des magasins, chez des artisans et dans des fermes, sont
compris dans le domaine d'application de la présente norme.
NOTE 103 Comme exemples de tels appareils, on peut citer les appareils utilisés dans les salons de coiffure.
Dans la mesure du possible, la présente norme traite des risques ordinaires présentés par les
appareils, encourus par tous les individus à l'intérieur et autour de l'habitation. Cependant,
cette norme ne tient pas compte en général
– de l'utilisation des appareils par des jeunes enfants ou des personnes handicapées sans
surveillance;
– de l’emploi de l’appareil comme jouet par des jeunes enfants.
NOTE 104 L’attention est attirée sur le fait que
– pour les appareils destinés à être utilisés dans des véhicules ou à bord de navires ou d'avions, des exigences
supplémentaires peuvent être nécessaires;
– dans de nombreux pays, des exigences supplémentaires sont spécifiées par les organismes nationaux de la santé,
par les organismes nationaux responsables de la protection des travailleurs et par des organismes similaires.
NOTE 105 La présente norme ne s’applique pas:
– aux appareils prévus exclusivement pour des usages industriels;
– aux appareils destinés à être utilisés dans des locaux présentant des conditions particulières, telles que la
présence d'une atmosphère corrosive ou explosive (poussière, vapeur ou gaz);
– aux rasoirs, tondeuses et appareils analogues (CEI 60335-2-8);
– aux appareils à rayonnements UV et IR (CEI 60335-2-27);
– aux appareils de chauffage des saunas (CEI 60335-2-53);
– aux appareils à usage médical (CEI 60601).

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HOUSEHOLD AND SIMILAR ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES –
SAFETY –
Part 2-23: Particular requirements for appliances
for skin or hair care
1 Scope
This clause of Part 1 is replaced by the following.
This International Standard deals with the safety of electric appliances for the care of skin or
hair of persons or animals and intended for household and similar purposes, their rated
voltage being not more than 250 V.
NOTE 101 Examples of appliances that are within the scope of this standard are
– curling combs;
– curling irons;
– curling rollers with separate heaters;
– facial saunas;
– hairdryers;
– hand dryers;
– heaters with detachable curlers;
– permanent-wave appliances.
NOTE 102 Appliances covered by this standard may incorporate steam-producing or spray-producing devices.
Appliances not intended for normal household use but that nevertheless may be a source of
danger to the public, such as appliances intended to be used by laymen in shops, in light
industry and on farms, are within the scope of this standard.
NOTE 103 Examples are appliances for use in hairdressing salons.
As far as is practicable, this standard deals with the common hazards presented by
appliances that are encountered by all persons in and around the home. However, in general,
it does not take into account
– the use of appliances by young children or infirm persons without supervision;
– playing with the appliance by young children.
NOTE 104 Attention is drawn to the fact that
– for appliances intended to be used in vehicles or on board ships or aircraft, additional requirements may be
necessary;
– in many countries additional requirements are specified by the national health authorities, the national
authorities responsible for the protection of labour and similar authorities.
NOTE 105 This standard does not apply to
– appliances intended exclusively for industrial purposes;
– appliances intended to be used in locations where special conditions prevail, such as the presence of a
corrosive or explosive atmosphere (dust, vapour or gas);
– shavers, hair clippers and similar appliances (IEC 60335-2-8);
– UV and IR radiation appliances (IEC 60335-2-27);
– sauna heating appliances (IEC 60335-2-53);
– appliances intended for medical purposes (IEC 60601).

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2 Références normatives
L’article de la Partie 1 est applicable avec l’exception suivante:
Addition:
ISO 3864, Couleurs de sécurité et signaux de sécurité.
3 Définitions
L’article de la Partie 1 est applicable avec les exceptions suivantes.
3.1.9 Remplacement:
conditions de fonctionnement normal
fonctionnement de l’appareil dans les conditions suivantes
Les casques sèche-cheveux sont mis en fonctionnement, l'axe du casque étant incliné d'un
angle de 60° par rapport à l'horizontale ou de l'angle maximal autorisé par la construction s'il
est inférieur. Une sphère en bois peint en noir mat, de 200 mm de diamètre, est placée dans
le casque de façon que son centre coïncide avec l'axe du casque, la plus courte distance
entre la sphère et la grille de sortie d'air étant de 50 mm.
Les sèche-cheveux munis d'un casque accessoire souple sont mis en fonctionnement, le
casque accessoire étant mis en place sur l’armature de fils de la Figure 101, l’armature étant
placée sur la sphère en bois.
NOTE 101 Les casques sèche-cheveux soutenus par la tête sont mis en fonctionnement comme les sèche-
cheveux munis d'un casque accessoire souple.
Les sèche-cheveux portatifs sont mis en fonctionnement, le courant d'air n'étant pas limité
et étant dirigé vers le bas.
Les appareils à permanente sont mis en fonctionnement en position normale d'emploi, les
rouleaux à friser pendant librement.
Les dispositifs de chauffage pour parties frisantes amovibles sont mis en fonctionnement
avec les parties frisantes, dans la position normale d'emploi.
Les fers à friser, les peignes à friser et les appareils analogues sont mis en fonctionnement,
leur grand axe étant dans le plan horizontal.
Les appareils munis de dispositifs à production de vapeur ou à aspersion sont mis en
fonctionnement, réservoir vide ou plein, suivant la condition la plus défavorable. Toutefois, si
le marquage sur l'appareil indique que celui-ci doit être mis en fonctionnement avec le
réservoir plein, le réservoir est rempli. De l'eau est ajoutée, si nécessaire, pour compenser
l'évaporation.
Les sèche-mains sont mis en fonctionnement en position normale d'emploi, le courant d'air
n'étant pas limité.
Les appareils de sauna facial sont mis en fonctionnement en position normale d'emploi,
remplis d'eau. De l'eau est ajoutée, si nécessaire, afin de maintenir la production de vapeur.
3.101
casque sèche-cheveux
sèche-cheveux muni d'un casque rigide qui, en usage normal, est placé sur la tête de
l'utilisateur
NOTE Le casque peut comporter un support ou des moyens de fixation à un support.

60335-2-23  IEC:2005 – 15 –
2 Normative references
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows:
Addition:
ISO 3864, Safety colours and safety signs.
3 Definitions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
3.1.9 Replacement:
normal operation
operation of the appliance under the following conditions
Helmet-type hairdryers are operated with the axis of the hood inclined at an angle of 60° to
the horizontal or the maximum angle allowed by the construction if this is less. A dull black-
painted wooden sphere, 200 mm in diameter, is placed in the hood so that its centre coincides
with the axis of the hood, the shortest distance between the sphere and the air-outlet grille
being 50 mm.
Hairdryers having a flexible hood attachment are operated with the hood attachment placed
over the wire frame of Figure 101, the frame being positioned over the wooden sphere.
NOTE 101 Helmet-type hairdryers that are supported by the head are operated as hairdryers having a flexible
hood attachment.
Hand-held hairdryers are operated with unrestricted airflow directed downwards.
Permanent-wave appliances are operated in the normal position of use, the curling rollers
hanging freely.
Heaters for detachable curlers are operated in the normal position of use together with the
curlers.
Curling irons, curling combs and similar appliances are operated with their major axis
horizontal.
Appliances having steam-producing or spray-producing devices are operated with the
container empty or filled, whichever is more unfavourable. However
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IEC 60335-2-23 ®
Edition 5.2 2012-03
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
NORME
INTERNATIONALE
Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety –

Part 2-23: Particular requirements for appliances for skin or hair care

Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues – Sécurité –

Partie 2-23: Règles particulières pour les appareils destinés aux soins de la

peau ou des cheveux
INTERNATIONAL
ELECTROTECHNICAL
COMMISSION
COMMISSION
ELECTROTECHNIQUE
PRICE CODE
INTERNATIONALE
CG
CODE PRIX
ICS 13.120; 97.170 ISBN 978-2-8322-0053-7

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CONTENTS
FOREWORD . 3
INTRODUCTION . 6

1 Scope . 7
2 Normative references . 8
2 3 Terms and definitions . 8
4 General requirement . 9
5 General conditions for the tests . 9
6 Classification . 9
7 Marking and instructions . 9
8 Protection against access to live parts . 10
9 Starting of motor-operated appliances . 10
10 Power input and current . 11
11 Heating . 11
12 Void . 12
13 Leakage current and electric strength at operating temperature . 12
14 Transient overvoltages . 12
15 Moisture resistance . 12
16 Leakage current and electric strength . 12
17 Overload protection of transformers and associated circuits . 12
18 Endurance . 12
19 Abnormal operation . 13
20 Stability and mechanical hazards . 14
21 Mechanical strength . 14
22 Construction . 14
23 Internal wiring . 15
24 Components . 15
25 Supply connection and external flexible cords . 16
26 Terminals for external conductors . 17
27 Provision for earthing . 17
28 Screws and connections . 17
29 Clearances, creepage distances and solid insulation . 17
30 Resistance to heat and fire . 17
31 Resistance to rusting . 18
32 Radiation, toxicity and similar hazards . 18

Annexes . 20

Bibliography . 20

Figure 101 – Wire frame . 19

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INTERNATIONAL ELECTROTECHNICAL COMMISSION
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HOUSEHOLD AND SIMILAR ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES –
SAFETY –
Part 2-23: Particular requirements for appliances
for skin or hair care
FOREWORD
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This part of International Standard IEC 60335 has been prepared by IEC technical committee 61:
Safety of household and similar electrical appliances.
This consolidated version of IEC 60335-2-23 consists of the fifth edition (2003) [documents
61/2205/FDIS and 61/2288/RVD], its amendment 1 (2008) [documents 61/3411/FDIS and
61/3424/RVD], its amendment 2 (2012) [documents 61/4282/FDIS and 61/4337/RVD] and its
corrigendum of January 2008.
The technical content is therefore identical to the base edition and its amendments and has
been prepared for user convenience.
It bears the edition number 5.2.
A vertical line in the margin shows where the base publication has been modified by
amendments 1 and 2.
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The French version of this standard has not been voted upon.
This part 2 is to be used in conjunction with the latest edition of IEC 60335-1 and its
amendments. It was established on the basis of the fourth edition (2001) of that standard.
NOTE 1 When “Part 1” is mentioned in this standard, it refers to IEC 60335-1.
This part 2 supplements or modifies the corresponding clauses in IEC 60335-1, so as to
convert that publication into the IEC standard: Safety requirements for electric appliances for
skin or hair care.
When a particular subclause of Part 1 is not mentioned in this part 2, that subclause applies
as far as is reasonable. When this standard states “addition”, “modification” or “replacement”,
the relevant text in Part 1 is to be adapted accordingly.
NOTE 2 The following numbering system is used:
– subclauses, tables and figures that are numbered starting from 101 are additional to those in Part 1;
– unless notes are in a new subclause or involve notes in Part 1, they are numbered starting from 101, including
those in a replaced clause or subclause;
– additional annexes are lettered AA, BB, etc.
NOTE 3 The following print types are used:
– requirements: in roman type;
– test specifications: in italic type;
– notes: in small roman type.
Words in bold in the text are defined in Clause 3. When a definition concerns an adjective, the adjective and the
associated noun are also in bold.
The following differences exist in the countries indicated below.
– 3.1.9: Normal operation is different (USA).
– 6.1: Appliances fitted with a supply cord may be of class 0 or class 0I (Japan and USA).
– 6.2: The addition does not apply (USA).
– Clause 7: Additional markings and instructions are required (USA).
– 11.7: Rest periods are not allowed (USA).
– 11.101: The test is not carried out (USA).
– 19.2: Different methods are used to restrict heat dissipation (USA)
– 19.101: The temperature rise limits are different (USA).
– 21.101: The test is different (USA).
– Clause 22: Hand-held hairdryers are required to incorporate a protective device to comply with an immersion
test (USA).
– 22.36: The requirement does not apply (Japan and USA).
– 22.102: The requirement does not apply (USA).
– 24.1.3: The number of cycles of operation is different (USA).
– 25.7: The use of PVC sheathed cords is not restricted by the surface temperature of the enclosure
(Australia).
– 25.7: The addition does not apply (Japan).
– 25.7: PVC sheathed cords are not allowed if they could contact surfaces over 121 °C (USA).
– 25.8: The addition does not apply (Japan).
– 25.14: The test is different (USA).
– 25.101: The test is different (USA).

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The committee has decided that the contents of the base publication and its amendments will
remain unchanged until the stability date indicated on the IEC web site 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 4 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 the amendment 1 be adopted for implementation
nationally not earlier than 12 months or later than 36 months from the date of publication.

It is the recommendation of the committee that the content of the amendment 2 be adopted for implementation
nationally not earlier than 12 months or later than 36 months from the date of publication.

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INTRODUCTION
It has been assumed in the drafting of this International Standard that the execution of its
provisions is entrusted to appropriately qualified and experienced persons.
This standard recognizes the internationally accepted level of protection against hazards such
as electrical, mechanical, thermal, fire and radiation of appliances when operated as in
normal use taking into account the manufacturer's instructions. It also covers abnormal
situations that can be expected in practice and takes into account the way in which
electromagnetic phenomena can affect the safe operation of appliances.
This standard takes into account the requirements of IEC 60364 as far as possible so that
there is compatibility with the wiring rules when the appliance is connected to the supply
mains. However, national wiring rules may differ.
If an appliance within the scope of this standard also incorporates functions that are covered
by another part 2 of IEC 60335, the relevant part 2 is applied to each function separately, as
far as is reasonable. If applicable, the influence of one function on the other is taken into
account.
NOTE 1 For example, if appliances within the scope of this Part 2 include an ion generator, then IEC 60335-2-65
is applicable as far as is reasonable.
When a part 2 standard does not include additional requirements to cover hazards dealt with
in Part 1, Part 1 applies.
NOTE 2 This means that the technical committees responsible for the part 2 standards have determined that it is
not necessary to specify particular requirements for the appliance in question over and above the general
requirements.
This standard is a product family standard dealing with the safety of appliances and takes
precedence over horizontal and generic standards covering the same subject.
NOTE 3 Horizontal and generic standards covering a hazard are not applicable since they have been taken into
consideration when developing the general and particular requirements for the IEC 60335 series of standards. For
example, in the case of temperature requirements for surfaces on many appliances, generic standards, such as
ISO 13732-1 for hot surfaces, are not applicable in addition to Part 1 or part 2 standards.
An appliance that complies with the text of this standard will not necessarily be considered to
comply with the safety principles of the standard if, when examined and tested, it is found to
have other features that impair the level of safety covered by these requirements.
An appliance employing materials or having forms of construction differing from those detailed
in the requirements of this standard may be examined and tested according to the intent of
the requirements and, if found to be substantially equivalent, may be considered to comply
with the standard.
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HOUSEHOLD AND SIMILAR ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES –
SAFETY –
Part 2-23: Particular requirements for appliances
for skin or hair care
1 Scope
This clause of Part 1 is replaced by the following.
This International Standard deals with the safety of electric appliances for the care of skin or
hair of persons or animals and intended for household and similar purposes, their rated
voltage being not more than 250 V.
NOTE 101 Examples of appliances that are within the scope of this standard are
– curling combs;
– curling irons;
– curling rollers with separate heaters;
– facial saunas;
– hairdryers;
– hand dryers;
– heaters with detachable curlers;
– permanent-wave appliances.
NOTE 102 Appliances covered by this standard may incorporate steam-producing or spray-producing devices.
Appliances not intended for normal household use but that nevertheless may be a source of
danger to the public, such as appliances intended to be used by laymen in shops, in light
industry and on farms, are within the scope of this standard.
NOTE 103 Examples are appliances for use in hairdressing salons.
As far as is practicable, this standard deals with the common hazards presented by
appliances that are encountered by all persons in and around the home. However, in general,
it does not take into account
– persons (including children) whose
• physical, sensory or mental capabilities; or
• lack of experience and knowledge
prevents them from using the appliance safely without supervision or instruction;
– children playing with the appliance.
NOTE 104 Attention is drawn to the fact that
– for appliances intended to be used in vehicles or on board ships or aircraft, additional requirements may be
necessary;
– in many countries additional requirements are specified by the national health authorities, the national
authorities responsible for the protection of labour and similar authorities.
NOTE 105 This standard does not apply to
– appliances intended exclusively for industrial purposes;
– appliances intended to be used in locations where special conditions prevail, such as the presence of a
corrosive or explosive atmosphere (dust, vapour or gas);
– shavers, hair clippers and similar appliances (IEC 60335-2-8);

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– blankets, pads, clothing and similar flexible heating appliances (IEC 60335-2-17);
– UV and IR radiation appliances (IEC 60335-2-27);
– sauna heating appliances (IEC 60335-2-53);
– appliances intended for medical purposes (IEC 60601).
2 Normative references
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows:
Addition:
ISO 3864-1, Graphical symbols – Safety colours and safety signs – Part 1: Design principles
for safety signs in workplaces and public areas
3 Terms and definitions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
3.1.9 Replacement:
normal operation
operation of the appliance under the following conditions
Helmet-type hairdryers are operated with the axis of the hood inclined at an angle of 60° to
the horizontal or the maximum angle allowed by the construction if this is less. A dull black-
painted wooden sphere, 200 mm in diameter, is placed in the hood so that its centre coincides
with the axis of the hood, the shortest distance between the sphere and the air-outlet grille
being 50 mm.
Hairdryers having a flexible hood attachment are operated with the hood attachment placed
over the wire frame of Figure 101, the frame being positioned over the wooden sphere.
NOTE 101 Helmet-type hairdryers that are supported by the head are operated as hairdryers having a flexible
hood attachment.
Hand-held hairdryers are operated with unrestricted airflow directed downwards.
Permanent-wave appliances are operated in the normal position of use, the curling rollers
hanging freely.
Heaters for detachable curlers are operated in the normal position of use together with the
curlers.
Curling irons, curling combs and similar appliances are operated with their major axis
horizontal.
Appliances having steam-producing or spray-producing devices are operated with the
container empty or filled, whichever is more unfavourable. However, if the appliance is
marked to indicate that it is to be used with the container filled, the container is filled. Water is
added, when necessary, to compensate for evaporation.
Hand dryers are operated in the normal position of use with unrestricted airflow.
Facial saunas are operated in the normal position of use and filled with water. Water is added,
when necessary, to maintain the steam output.
3.101
helmet-type hairdryer
hairdryer having a rigid hood that is placed over the head in normal use
NOTE The hood may be supported by a stand or have means for attaching to a support.
3.102
heater for detachable curlers
appliance for heating curling irons or curling rollers that accumulate heat

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3.103
swivel connection
means for connecting the supply cord so that the appliance can be rotated continuously
without twisting the cord
4 General requirement
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
5 General conditions for the tests
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
5.2 Addition:
NOTE 101 The additional test of 25.14 for hand-held appliances is carried out on a separate appliance.
6 Classification
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
6.1 Replacement:
Appliances shall be of one of the following classes with respect to protection against electric
shock:
– hairdryers, curling irons, curling combs, facial saunas and other steam-producing or spray-
producing appliances shall be class II or class III. However, fixed hairdryers intended to
be permanently connected to fixed wiring, helmet-type hairdryers for hairdressers and
steam-producing or spray-producing appliances for hairdressers may be class I;
– other appliances shall be class I, class II or class III.
Compliance is checked by inspection and by the relevant tests.
6.2 Addition:
Hand dryers shall be at least IPX1.
Curling rollers of permanent-wave appliances shall be at least IPX4.
7 Marking and instructions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
7.1 Addition:
Portable hairdryers, curling irons and similar appliances shall be marked with symbol
IEC 60417-5582 (2002-10) combined with the prohibition sign of ISO 3864-1, except for the
specified colours, or with the substance of the following:
WARNING: Do not use this appliance near water.
NOTE 101 This marking may be on a label that is permanently attached to the appliance.
7.6 Addition:
[symbol IEC 60417-5582 (2002-10)] Suitable for use in a bath or shower

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7.12 Addition:
The instructions for portable hairdryers shall include the substance of the following:
– when the hairdryer is used in a bathroom, unplug it after use since the proximity of water
presents a hazard even when the hairdryer is switched off;
– for additional protection, the installation of a residual current device (RCD) having a rated
residual operating current not exceeding 30 mA is advisable in the electrical circuit
supplying the bathroom. Ask your installer for advice.
The instructions for facial saunas shall state that after use the appliance should be cleaned to
avoid the accumulation of grease and other residues.
If symbol IEC 60417-5582 (2002-10) is used, together with the prohibition sign, the meaning
shall be explained. Instructions shall also state the substance of the following:
WARNING: Do not use this appliance near bathtubs, showers, basins or other vessels
containing water.
7.12.1 Addition:
The installation instructions for fixed hairdryers intended for use in bathrooms shall include
the substance of the following:
This hairdryer must be fixed out of reach of a person taking a bath or shower.
If the hand-held part of the hairdryer incorporates electrical components, the instructions shall
state that the appliance must be fixed so that the hand-held part, when fully extended, is out
of reach of a person taking a bath or shower.
7.14 Addition:
The diameter of the circle superimposed on symbol IEC 60417-5582 (2002-10) shall be at
least 10 mm.
Compliance is checked by measurement.
8 Protection against access to live parts
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
8.1.3 Not applicable.
9 Starting of motor-operated appliances
This clause of Part 1 is not applicable.

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10 Power input and current
This clause of part 1 is applicable except as follows:
10.1 Addition:
The representative period for appliances incorporating PTC heating elements is 30 min.
10.2 Addition:
The representative period for appliances incorporating PTC heating elements is 30 min.
11 Heating
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
11.1 Addition:
For appliances incorporating a swivel connection, compliance is also checked by the test
of 11.101.
11.2 Addition:
Appliances intended to be used on a stand or attached to a support are placed to give the
most unfavourable results.
2 Hand-held appliances with an integral rest are also tested when placed on their rest away
from the walls of the test corner.
11.4 Addition:
If the temperature rise limits are exceeded in appliances incorporating motors, transformers or
electronic circuits, and the power input is lower than the rated power input, the test is
repeated with the appliance supplied at 1,06 times rated voltage.
11.6 Replacement:
Combined appliances are operated as heating appliances.
11.7 Replacement:
Appliances without a timer are operated
– for 30 min, for hand-held appliances;
– in cycles of 30 s on and 5 s off until steady conditions are established, for hand dryers that
are automatically controlled by the presence of the hands;
– until steady conditions are established, for other appliances.
Appliances incorporating a timer are operated in cycles until steady conditions are
established. Each cycle consists of the maximum operating time of the timer followed by a
rest period of 5 s.
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11.8 Addition:
The temperature rise limits of motors, transformers and components of electronic circuits,
including parts directly influenced by them, may be exceeded when the appliance is operated
at 1,15 times rated power input.
The temperature rise of the handles of curling irons heated by a heater for detachable
curlers incorporating a timer is determined at the end of the first cycle.
11.101 Appliances incorporating a swivel connection are positioned with their major axis
horizontal, the supply cord hanging vertically. A pull force of 1 N is applied to the supply
cord.
The appliance is supplied at rated voltage, the current being 1,25 times the rated current.
NOTE 1 This condition can be obtained by means of a resistor connected in place of the heating element.
The appliance is rotated about its major axis at a rate of approximately 50 rev/min, the
direction of rotation being reversed every 20 revolutions. The test is carried out for 1 500
revolutions.
The temperature rise of the sliding contacts shall not exceed 65 K.
NOTE 2 The temperature rise may be determined by melting particles or colour changing indicators.
12 Void
13 Leakage current and electric strength at operating temperature
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
14 Transient overvoltages
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
15 Moisture resistance
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
16 Leakage current and electric strength
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
17 Overload protection of transformers and associated circuits
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
18 Endurance
This clause of Part 1 is not applicable.

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19 Abnormal operation
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
19.1 Addition:
Hairdryers are also subjected to the tests of 19.101 and 19.102.
19.2 Addition:
Restricted heat dissipation is obtained as follows:
– motors are disconnected;
– hand-held hairdryers are placed on the floor of the test corner in any stable position
likely to occur;
– appliances intended to be filled with water are operated empty;
– hand-held appliances without an integral rest are placed on the floor of the test corner in
any stable position likely to occur;
Hairdryers having a flexible hood attachment are also tested with the motor operating, the
airflow through the hose being restricted to give the most unfavourable result.
Heaters for detachable curlers are placed on a piece of low-density glass-fibre insulation
K/W.
having a coefficient of thermal insulation of approximately 2,5 m
19.7 Addition:
The test is carried out for 5 min except for
– hand-held appliances;
– appliances that have to be kept switched on by hand;
– appliances incorporating a timer.
NOTE 101 Hand dryers are subjected to the test only when the locked rotor torque is less than the full load
torque.
19.9 Not applicable.
19.10 Addition:
The test is carried out with the heating elements disconnected or switched off.
19.101 Hairdryers are operated as specified in Clause 11 until steady conditions are
established. The voltage at the terminals of the motor is then reduced until the running speed
of the motor is just sufficient to prevent the thermal cut-out from operating, the power input
to the heating element being maintained at 1,15 times rated power input.
The voltage is decreased at
– 1 V per minute, for motors having a working voltage not exceeding 30 V;
– 5 V per minute, for motors having a working voltage exceeding 30 V.
The appliance is then operated until steady conditions are established.

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19.102 Portable hair dryers are operated under normal operation at 1,15 times rated
power input.
A sheet of polyethylene approximately 200 mm x 200 mm and having a thickness of 50 µm is
placed against the air-inlet and moved in any direction in order to reduce the airflow so that
the most unfavourable conditions are established.
The test is carried out for 30 min.
The test is repeated with the airflow directed horizontally.
NOTE The most unfavourable conditions are usually obtained by positioning the polyethylene sheet so that the
thermal cut-out is prevented from operating.
20 Stability and mechanical hazards
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
21 Mechanical strength
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
21.1 Addition:
Hand-held appliances are also subjected to the test of 21.101.
21.101 The appliance is placed on a horizontal surface positioned 700 mm above a rigidly
supported hardwood board and operated while supplied at rated voltage.
It is pulled from the surface by its supply cord and allowed to drop freely. The test is carried
out five times, the appliance being placed on the horizontal surface in different positions likely
to occur.
The appliance shall not be damaged to such an extent that compliance with this standard is
impaired. In particular, the requirements of Clauses 8 and 29 shall be fulfilled.
22 Construction
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
22.24 Addition:
The heating element shall also be unlikely to come into contact with the skin or hair if it
ruptures.
22.32 Addition:
Supplementary insulation and reinforced insulation in class II curling irons shall be
resistant to aging.
Compliance is checked by the following test.

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Samples of insulation not mentioned in Table 3 are suspended in a heating cabinet so that
there is at least 10 mm between the samples, and between the samples and the top and
bottom of the cabinet. The samples shall be at least 50 mm from the walls of the cabinet. The
volume of the samples is not to exceed one-tenth of the capacity of the cabinet.
The cabinet is ventilated by natural convection, with at least three air changes per hour. The
temperature of the cabinet is maintained at 30 K ± 1 K in excess of the temperature rise of the
part determined during the tests of Clause 19 or at 70 °C ± 2 °C, whichever is higher.
The samples are kept in the cabinet for 240 h and then at ambient temperature for at least 16 h.
The samples shall show no cracks and shall withstand the electric strength test of 16.3 for
supplementary insulation.
NOTE 101 Insulation mentioned in Table 3 is considered to be resistant to aging.
22.36 Addition:
For class I appliances, other than hand dryers and face dryers, metal parts that could be in
contact with skin or hair in normal use shall be separated from live parts by double
insulation or reinforced insulation and shall not be earthed.
22.40 Addition:
The switch in the off-position shall disconnect electronic circuits, unless compliance with
Clause 19 does not depend on the operation of a self-resetting thermal cut-out.
22.101 Appliances having steam-producing or spray-producing devices shall be constructed
so that there is no spillage or unintentional burst of steam or water that is likely to cause a
hazard.
Compliance is checked during the test of Clause 11.
22.102 Curling rollers of permanent-wave appliances having integral heating elements shall
be supplied with safety extra-low voltage not exceeding 24 V.
Compliance is checked by inspection and by the relevant tests.
23 Internal wiring
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
23.3 Addition:
The number of flexings for conductors that are only flexed when the appliance is stored is
5 000.
24 Components
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
24.1.3 Addition:
Switches incorporated in hand dryers are subjected to 50 000 cycles of operation.

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24.2 Modification:
Helmet-type hairdryers and permanent-wave appliances may incorporate a switch in a
flexible cord.
25 Supply connection and external flexible cords
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
25.5 Addition:
Type Z attachment is allowed for
– hand-held appliances;
– hairdryers with a flexible hood attachment;
– heaters for detachable curlers having not more than 10 curlers.
25.7 Modification:
Light polyvinyl chloride sheathed cords (code designation 60227 IEC 52) are allowed
regardless of the mass of the appliance.
The temperature rise limit of 75 K is increased to 130 K provided that the temperature rise
decreases to 75 K within 5 min of the appliance being switched off.
25.14 Addition:
The force applied to the supply cord of appliances provided with a swivel connection is
– 20 N, for cords having a nominal cross-sectional area exceeding 0,75 mm ;
– 10 N, for other cords.
Hand-held appliances are additionally tested while mounted on an apparatus similar to that
of Figure 8 with the supply cord hanging vertically and loaded with a force of 10 N. The
oscillating part of the apparatus is moved through an angle of 180° and back to the original
position. The number of flexings is 10 000, the rate of flexing being 6 per min.
NOTE 101 The appliance is mounted so that the direction of flexing corresponds to that most likely to occur when
the supply cord is wound around the appliance for storage.
NOTE 102 This test is not carried out on appliances incorporating a swivel connection.
25.15 Addition:
The swivel connection is not locked during the tests.
Modification:
For appliances with a swivel connection, the value of 30 N in Table 12 is increased to 60 N.
25.101 Swivel connections shall be adequate for normal use of the appliance.
Compliance is checked by the following test.
The appliance is operated under the conditions specified in 11.101, the number of revolutions
being increased to 20 000.
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After this test, the swivel connection and the supply cord shall be fit for further use. Live
parts shall not have become accessible and the appliance shall withstand the electric
strength test of 16.3.
26 Terminals for external conductors
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
26.10 Addition:
Terminals with screw clamping and screwless terminals shall not be used for type X
attachments in appliances incorporating a swivel connection.
27 Provision for earthing
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
28 Screws and connections
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
29 Clearances, creepage distances and solid insulation
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
29.3 Addition:
For curling irons, the distance through insulation between metal parts separated by
supplementary insulation may be reduced to 0,6 mm, provided that the distance through
basic insulation is at least 1 mm.
30 Resistance to heat and fire
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
30.1 Addition:
For hand dryers and hairdryers, the temperature rises occurring during the tests of Clause 19
are not taken into account.
30.2 Addition:
For heaters for detachable curlers, 30.2.3 is applicable. For other appliances, 30.2.2 is
applicable.
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30.101 Helmet-type hairdryers shall be resistant to fire.
Compliance is checked by inspection and by applying the needle-flame test of Annex E to
– parts of non-metallic material enclosing the heating element and other electrical
components;
– non-metallic parts within the enclosure.
The needle-flame test is not carried out on material classified as V-0 or V-1 according to
IEC 60695-11-10, provided that the test sample was no thicker than the relevant part.
31 Resistance to rusting
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
32 Radiation, toxicity and similar hazards
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.

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Dimensions in millimetres
Key
A Frame consisting of 32 equally spaced wires Ø 1,5 mm ± 0,5 mm
B Location of the wooden sphere
Figure 101 – Wire frame
...


IEC 60335-2-23
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INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
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Part 2-23: Particular requirements for appliances for skin or hair care

Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues – Sécurité –
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IEC 60335-2-23
Edition 5.1 2008-03
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
NORME
INTERNATIONALE
Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety –
Part 2-23: Particular requirements for appliances for skin or hair care

Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues – Sécurité –
Partie 2-23: Règles particulières pour les appareils destinés aux soins de la
peau ou des cheveux
INTERNATIONAL
ELECTROTECHNICAL
COMMISSION
COMMISSION
ELECTROTECHNIQUE
PRICE CODE
INTERNATIONALE
CF
CODE PRIX
ICS 13.122; 97.170 ISBN 2-8318-9651-7

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CONTENTS
FOREWORD.3
INTRODUCTION.6

1 Scope.7
2 Normative references.8
3 Definitions.8
4 General requirement.9
5 General conditions for the tests .9
6 Classification.9
7 Marking and instructions.10
8 Protection against access to live parts.11
9 Starting of motor-operated appliances .11
10 Power input and current .11
11 Heating.11
12 Void .12
13 Leakage current and electric strength at operating temperature.12
14 Transient overvoltages .12
15 Moisture resistance.12
16 Leakage current and electric strength.12
17 Overload protection of transformers and associated circuits .12
18 Endurance.12
19 Abnormal operation.13
20 Stability and mechanical hazards .14
21 Mechanical strength.14
22 Construction.14
23 Internal wiring.15
24 Components.15
25 Supply connection and external flexible cords .16
26 Terminals for external conductors.17
27 Provision for earthing .17
28 Screws and connections .17
29 Clearances, creepage distances and solid insulation .17
30 Resistance to heat and fire.17
31 Resistance to rusting.18
32 Radiation, toxicity and similar hazards.18

Annexes .20

Bibliography.20

Figure 101 – Wire frame .19

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HOUSEHOLD AND SIMILAR ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES –
SAFETY –
Part 2-23: Particular requirements for appliances
for skin or hair care
FOREWORD
1) The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) is a worldwide organization for standardization comprising
all national electrotechnical committees (IEC National Committees). The object of IEC is to promote
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patent rights. IEC shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
This part of International Standard IEC 60335 has been prepared by IEC technical committee 61:
Safety of household and similar electrical appliances.
This consolidated version of IEC 60335-2-23 consists of the fifth edition (2003) [documents
61/2205/FDIS and 61/2288/RVD], its amendment 1 (2008) [documents 61/3411/FDIS and
61/3424/RVD] and its corrigendum 2 of January 2008.
The technical content is therefore identical to the base edition and its amendment and has
been prepared for user convenience.
It bears the edition number 5.1.
A vertical line in the margin shows where the base publication has been modified by
amendment 1.
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The French version of this standard has not been voted upon.
This part 2 is to be used in conjunction with the latest edition of IEC 60335-1 and its
amendments. It was established on the basis of the fourth edition (2001) of that standard.
NOTE 1 When “Part 1” is mentioned in this standard, it refers to IEC 60335-1.
This part 2 supplements or modifies the corresponding clauses in IEC 60335-1, so as to
convert that publication into the IEC standard: Safety requirements for electric appliances for
skin or hair care.
When a particular subclause of Part 1 is not mentioned in this part 2, that subclause applies
as far as is reasonable. When this standard states “addition”, “modification” or “replacement”,
the relevant text in Part 1 is to be adapted accordingly.
NOTE 2 The following numbering system is used:
– subclauses, tables and figures that are numbered starting from 101 are additional to those in Part 1;
– unless notes are in a new subclause or involve notes in Part 1, they are numbered starting from 101, including
those in a replaced clause or subclause;
– additional annexes are lettered AA, BB, etc.
NOTE 3 The following print types are used:
– requirements: in roman type;
– test specifications: in italic type;
– notes: in small roman type.
Words in bold in the text are defined in Clause 3. When a definition concerns an adjective, the adjective and the
associated noun are also in bold.
The following differences exist in the countries indicated below.
– 3.1.9: Normal operation is different (USA).
– 6.1: Appliances fitted with a supply cord may be of class 0 or class 0I (Japan and USA).
– 6.2: The addition does not apply (USA).
– Clause 7: Additional markings and instructions are required (USA).
– 11.7: Rest periods are not allowed (USA).
– 11.101: The test is not carried out (USA).
– 19.2: Different methods are used to restrict heat dissipation (USA)
– 19.101: The temperature rise limits are different (USA).
– 21.101: The test is different (USA).
– Clause 22: Hand-held hairdryers are required to incorporate a protective device to comply with an immersion
test (USA).
– 22.36: The requirement does not apply (Japan and USA).
– 22.102: The requirement does not apply (USA).
– 24.1.3: The number of cycles of operation is different (USA).
– 25.7: The use of PVC sheathed cords is not restricted by the surface temperature of the enclosure
(Australia).
– 25.7: The addition does not apply (Japan).
– 25.7: PVC sheathed cords are not allowed if they could contact surfaces over 121 °C (USA).
– 25.8: The addition does not apply (Japan).
– 25.14: The test is different (USA).
– 25.101: The test is different (USA).

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The committee has decided that the contents of the base publication and its amendments will
remain unchanged until the maintenance result date indicated on the IEC web site 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 4 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 the amendment 1 be adopted for implementation
nationally not earlier than 12 months from the date of its publication.

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INTRODUCTION
It has been assumed in the drafting of this International Standard that the execution of its
provisions is entrusted to appropriately qualified and experienced persons.
This standard recognizes the internationally accepted level of protection against hazards such
as electrical, mechanical, thermal, fire and radiation of appliances when operated as in
normal use taking into account the manufacturer's instructions. It also covers abnormal
situations that can be expected in practice and takes into account the way in which
electromagnetic phenomena can affect the safe operation of appliances.
This standard takes into account the requirements of IEC 60364 as far as possible so that
there is compatibility with the wiring rules when the appliance is connected to the supply
mains. However, national wiring rules may differ.
If an appliance within the scope of this standard also incorporates functions that are covered
by another part 2 of IEC 60335, the relevant part 2 is applied to each function separately, as
far as is reasonable. If applicable, the influence of one function on the other is taken into
account.
NOTE 1 For example, if appliances within the scope of this Part 2 include an ion generator, then IEC 60335-2-65
is applicable as far as is reasonable.
When a part 2 standard does not include additional requirements to cover hazards dealt with
in Part 1, Part 1 applies.
NOTE 2 This means that the technical committees responsible for the part 2 standards have determined that it is
not necessary to specify particular requirements for the appliance in question over and above the general
requirements.
This standard is a product family standard dealing with the safety of appliances and takes
precedence over horizontal and generic standards covering the same subject.
NOTE 3 Horizontal and generic standards covering a hazard are not applicable since they have been taken into
consideration when developing the general and particular requirements for the IEC 60335 series of standards. For
example, in the case of temperature requirements for surfaces on many appliances, generic standards, such as
ISO 13732-1 for hot surfaces, are not applicable in addition to Part 1 or part 2 standards.
An appliance that complies with the text of this standard will not necessarily be considered to
comply with the safety principles of the standard if, when examined and tested, it is found to
have other features that impair the level of safety covered by these requirements.
An appliance employing materials or having forms of construction differing from those detailed
in the requirements of this standard may be examined and tested according to the intent of
the requirements and, if found to be substantially equivalent, may be considered to comply
with the standard.
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HOUSEHOLD AND SIMILAR ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES –
SAFETY –
Part 2-23: Particular requirements for appliances
for skin or hair care
1 Scope
This clause of Part 1 is replaced by the following.
This International Standard deals with the safety of electric appliances for the care of skin or
hair of persons or animals and intended for household and similar purposes, their rated
voltage being not more than 250 V.
NOTE 101 Examples of appliances that are within the scope of this standard are
– curling combs;
– curling irons;
– curling rollers with separate heaters;
– facial saunas;
– hairdryers;
– hand dryers;
– heaters with detachable curlers;
– permanent-wave appliances.
NOTE 102 Appliances covered by this standard may incorporate steam-producing or spray-producing devices.
Appliances not intended for normal household use but that nevertheless may be a source of
danger to the public, such as appliances intended to be used by laymen in shops, in light
industry and on farms, are within the scope of this standard.
NOTE 103 Examples are appliances for use in hairdressing salons.
As far as is practicable, this standard deals with the common hazards presented by
appliances that are encountered by all persons in and around the home. However, in general,
it does not take into account
– persons (including children) whose
• physical, sensory or mental capabilities; or
• lack of experience and knowledge
prevents them from using the appliance safely without supervision or instruction;
– children playing with the appliance.
NOTE 104 Attention is drawn to the fact that
– for appliances intended to be used in vehicles or on board ships or aircraft, additional requirements may be
necessary;
– in many countries additional requirements are specified by the national health authorities, the national
authorities responsible for the protection of labour and similar authorities.
NOTE 105 This standard does not apply to
– appliances intended exclusively for industrial purposes;
– appliances intended to be used in locations where special conditions prevail, such as the presence of a
corrosive or explosive atmosphere (dust, vapour or gas);
– shavers, hair clippers and similar appliances (IEC 60335-2-8);

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– blankets, pads, clothing and similar flexible heating appliances (IEC 60335-2-17);
– UV and IR radiation appliances (IEC 60335-2-27);
– sauna heating appliances (IEC 60335-2-53);
– appliances intended for medical purposes (IEC 60601).
2 Normative references
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows:
Addition:
ISO 3864-1, Graphical symbols – Safety colours and safety signs – Part 1: Design principles
for safety signs in workplaces and public areas
3 Definitions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
3.1.9 Replacement:
normal operation
operation of the appliance under the following conditions
Helmet-type hairdryers are operated with the axis of the hood inclined at an angle of 60° to
the horizontal or the maximum angle allowed by the construction if this is less. A dull black-
painted wooden sphere, 200 mm in diameter, is placed in the hood so that its centre coincides
with the axis of the hood, the shortest distance between the sphere and the air-outlet grille
being 50 mm.
Hairdryers having a flexible hood attachment are operated with the hood attachment placed
over the wire frame of Figure 101, the frame being positioned over the wooden sphere.
NOTE 101 Helmet-type hairdryers that are supported by the head are operated as hairdryers having a flexible
hood attachment.
Hand-held hairdryers are operated with unrestricted airflow directed downwards.
Permanent-wave appliances are operated in the normal position of use, the curling rollers
hanging freely.
Heaters for detachable curlers are operated in the normal position of use together with the
curlers.
Curling irons, curling combs and similar appliances are operated with their major axis
horizontal.
Appliances having steam-producing or spray-producing devices are operated with the
container empty or filled, whichever is more unfavourable. However, if the appliance is
marked to indicate that it is to be used with the container filled, the container is filled. Water is
added, when necessary, to compensate for evaporation.
Hand dryers are operated in the normal position of use with unrestricted airflow.
Facial saunas are operated in the normal position of use and filled with water. Water is added,
when necessary, to maintain the steam output.
3.101
helmet-type hairdryer
hairdryer having a rigid hood that is placed over the head in normal use
NOTE The hood may be supported by a stand or have means for attaching to a support.

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3.102
heater for detachable curlers
appliance for heating curling irons or curling rollers that accumulate heat
3.103
swivel connection
means for connecting the supply cord so that the appliance can be rotated continuously
without twisting the cord
4 General requirement
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
5 General conditions for the tests
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
5.2 Addition:
NOTE 101 The additional test of 25.14 for hand-held appliances is carried out on a separate appliance.
6 Classification
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
6.1 Replacement:
Appliances shall be of one of the following classes with respect to protection against electric
shock:
– hairdryers, curling irons, curling combs, facial saunas and other steam-producing or spray-
producing appliances shall be class II or class III. However, fixed hairdryers intended to
be permanently connected to fixed wiring, helmet-type hairdryers for hairdressers and
steam-producing or spray-producing appliances for hairdressers may be class I;
– other appliances shall be class I, class II or class III.
Compliance is checked by inspection and by the relevant tests.
6.2 Addition:
Hand dryers shall be at least IPX1.
Curling rollers of permanent-wave appliances shall be at least IPX4.

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7 Marking and instructions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
7.1 Addition:
Portable hairdryers, curling irons and similar appliances shall be marked with symbol
IEC 60417-5582 (2002-10) combined with the prohibition sign of ISO 3864-1, except for the
specified colours, or with the substance of the following:
WARNING: Do not use this appliance near water.
NOTE 101 This marking may be on a label that is permanently attached to the appliance.
7.6 Addition:
[symbol IEC 60417-5582 (2002-10)] Suitable for use in a bath or shower
7.12 Addition:
The instructions for portable hairdryers shall include the substance of the following:
– when the hairdryer is used in a bathroom, unplug it after use since the proximity of water
presents a hazard even when the hairdryer is switched off;
– for additional protection, the installation of a residual current device (RCD) having a rated
residual operating current not exceeding 30 mA is advisable in the electrical circuit
supplying the bathroom. Ask your installer for advice.
The instructions for facial saunas shall state that after use the appliance should be cleaned to
avoid the accumulation of grease and other residues.
If symbol IEC 60417-5582 (2002-10) is used, together with the prohibition sign, the meaning
shall be explained. Instructions shall also state the substance of the following:
WARNING: Do not use this appliance near bathtubs, showers, basins or other vessels
containing water.
7.12.1 Addition:
The installation instructions for fixed hairdryers intended for use in bathrooms shall include
the substance of the following:
This hairdryer must be fixed out of reach of a person taking a bath or shower.
If the hand-held part of the hairdryer incorporates electrical components, the instructions shall
state that the appliance must be fixed so that the hand-held part, when fully extended, is out
of reach of a person taking a bath or shower.
7.14 Addition:
The diameter of the circle superimposed on symbol IEC 60417-5582 (2002-10) shall be at
least 10 mm.
Compliance is checked by measurement.

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8 Protection against access to live parts
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
8.1.3 Not applicable.
9 Starting of motor-operated appliances
This clause of Part 1 is not applicable.
10 Power input and current
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
11 Heating
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
11.1 Addition:
For appliances incorporating a swivel connection, compliance is also checked by the test
of 11.101.
11.2 Addition:
Appliances intended to be used on a stand or attached to a support are placed to give the
most unfavourable results.
11.4 Addition:
If the temperature rise limits are exceeded in appliances incorporating motors, transformers or
electronic circuits, and the power input is lower than the rated power input, the test is
repeated with the appliance supplied at 1,06 times rated voltage.
11.6 Replacement:
Combined appliances are operated as heating appliances.
11.7 Replacement:
Appliances without a timer are operated
– for 30 min, for hand-held appliances;
– in cycles of 30 s on and 5 s off until steady conditions are established, for hand dryers that
are automatically controlled by the presence of the hands;
– until steady conditions are established, for other appliances.
Appliances incorporating a timer are operated in cycles until steady conditions are
established. Each cycle consists of the maximum operating time of the timer followed by a
rest period of 5 s.
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11.8 Addition:
The temperature rise limits of motors, transformers and components of electronic circuits,
including parts directly influenced by them, may be exceeded when the appliance is operated
at 1,15 times rated power input.
The temperature rise of the handles of curling irons heated by a heater for detachable
curlers incorporating a timer is determined at the end of the first cycle.
11.101 Appliances incorporating a swivel connection are positioned with their major axis
horizontal, the supply cord hanging vertically. A pull force of 1 N is applied to the supply
cord.
The appliance is supplied at rated voltage, the current being 1,25 times the rated current.
NOTE 1 This condition can be obtained by means of a resistor connected in place of the heating element.
The appliance is rotated about its major axis at a rate of approximately 50 rev/min, the
direction of rotation being reversed every 20 revolutions. The test is carried out for 1 500
revolutions.
The temperature rise of the sliding contacts shall not exceed 65 K.
NOTE 2 The temperature rise may be determined by melting particles or colour changing indicators.
12 Void
13 Leakage current and electric strength at operating temperature
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
14 Transient overvoltages
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
15 Moisture resistance
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
16 Leakage current and electric strength
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
17 Overload protection of transformers and associated circuits
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
18 Endurance
This clause of Part 1 is not applicable.

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19 Abnormal operation
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
19.1 Addition:
Hairdryers are also subjected to the tests of 19.101 and 19.102.
19.2 Addition:
Restricted heat dissipation is obtained as follows:
– motors are disconnected;
– hand-held hairdryers are placed on the floor of the test corner in any stable position
likely to occur;
– appliances intended to be filled with water are operated empty.
Hairdryers having a flexible hood attachment are also tested with the motor operating, the
airflow through the hose being restricted to give the most unfavourable result.
Heaters for detachable curlers are placed on a piece of low-density glass-fibre insulation
having a coefficient of thermal insulation of approximately 2,5 m K/W.
19.7 Addition:
The test is carried out for 5 min except for
– hand-held appliances;
– appliances that have to be kept switched on by hand;
– appliances incorporating a timer.
NOTE 101 Hand dryers are subjected to the test only when the locked rotor torque is less than the full load
torque.
19.9 Not applicable.
19.10 Addition:
The test is carried out with the heating elements disconnected or switched off.
19.101 Hairdryers are operated as specified in Clause 11 until steady conditions are
established. The voltage at the terminals of the motor is then reduced until the running speed
of the motor is just sufficient to prevent the thermal cut-out from operating, the power input
to the heating element being maintained at 1,15 times rated power input.
The voltage is decreased at
– 1 V per minute, for motors having a working voltage not exceeding 30 V;
– 5 V per minute, for motors having a working voltage exceeding 30 V.
The appliance is then operated until steady conditions are established.

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19.102 Portable hair dryers are operated under normal operation at 1,15 times rated
power input.
A sheet of polyethylene approximately 200 mm x 200 mm and having a thickness of 50 μm is
placed against the air-inlet and moved in any direction in order to reduce the airflow so that
the most unfavourable conditions are established.
The test is carried out for 30 min.
The test is repeated with the airflow directed horizontally.
NOTE The most unfavourable conditions are usually obtained by positioning the polyethylene sheet so that the
thermal cut-out is prevented from operating.
20 Stability and mechanical hazards
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
21 Mechanical strength
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
21.1 Addition:
Hand-held appliances are also subjected to the test of 21.101.
21.101 The appliance is placed on a horizontal surface positioned 700 mm above a rigidly
supported hardwood board and operated while supplied at rated voltage.
It is pulled from the surface by its supply cord and allowed to drop freely. The test is carried
out five times, the appliance being placed on the horizontal surface in different positions likely
to occur.
The appliance shall not be damaged to such an extent that compliance with this standard is
impaired. In particular, the requirements of Clauses 8 and 29 shall be fulfilled.
22 Construction
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
22.24 Addition:
The heating element shall also be unlikely to come into contact with the skin or hair if it
ruptures.
22.32 Addition:
Supplementary insulation and reinforced insulation in class II curling irons shall be
resistant to aging.
Compliance is checked by the following test.

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Samples of insulation not mentioned in Table 3 are suspended in a heating cabinet so that
there is at least 10 mm between the samples, and between the samples and the top and
bottom of the cabinet. The samples shall be at least 50 mm from the walls of the cabinet. The
volume of the samples is not to exceed one-tenth of the capacity of the cabinet.
The cabinet is ventilated by natural convection, with at least three air changes per hour. The
temperature of the cabinet is maintained at 30 K ± 1 K in excess of the temperature rise of the
part determined during the tests of Clause 19 or at 70 °C ± 2 °C, whichever is higher.
The samples are kept in the cabinet for 240 h and then at ambient temperature for at least 16 h.
The samples shall show no cracks and shall withstand the electric strength test of 16.3 for
supplementary insulation.
NOTE 101 Insulation mentioned in Table 3 is considered to be resistant to aging.
22.36 Addition:
For class I appliances, other than hand dryers and face dryers, metal parts that could be in
contact with skin or hair in normal use shall be separated from live parts by double
insulation or reinforced insulation and shall not be earthed.
22.40 Addition:
The switch in the off-position shall disconnect electronic circuits, unless compliance with
Clause 19 does not depend on the operation of a self-resetting thermal cut-out.
22.101 Appliances having steam-producing or spray-producing devices shall be constructed
so that there is no spillage or unintentional burst of steam or water that is likely to cause a
hazard.
Compliance is checked during the test of Clause 11.
22.102 Curling rollers of permanent-wave appliances having integral heating elements shall
be supplied with safety extra-low voltage not exceeding 24 V.
Compliance is checked by inspection and by the relevant tests.
23 Internal wiring
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
23.3 Addition:
The number of flexings for conductors that are only flexed when the appliance is stored is
5 000.
24 Components
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
24.1.3 Addition:
Switches incorporated in hand dryers are subjected to 50 000 cycles of operation.

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24.2 Modification:
Helmet-type hairdryers and permanent-wave appliances may incorporate a switch in a
flexible cord.
25 Supply connection and external flexible cords
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
25.5 Addition:
Type Z attachment is allowed for
– hand-held appliances;
– hairdryers with a flexible hood attachment;
– heaters for detachable curlers having not more than 10 curlers.
25.7 Modification:
Light polyvinyl chloride sheathed cords are allowed regardless of the mass of the appliance.
The temperature rise limit of 75 K is increased to 130 K as long as the temperature rise
decreases to 75 K within 5 min of the appliance has been switched off.
25.14 Addition:
The force applied to the supply cord of appliances provided with a swivel connection is
– 20 N, for cords having a nominal cross-sectional area exceeding 0,75 mm ;
– 10 N, for other cords.
Hand-held appliances are additionally tested while mounted on an apparatus similar to that
of Figure 8 with the supply cord hanging vertically and loaded with a force of 10 N. The
oscillating part of the apparatus is moved through an angle of 180° and back to the original
position. The number of flexings is 4 000, the rate of flexing being 6 per min.
NOTE 101 The appliance is mounted so that the direction of flexing corresponds to that most likely to occur when
the supply cord is wound around the appliance for storage.
NOTE 102 This test is not carried out on appliances incorporating a swivel connection.
25.15 Addition:
The swivel connection is not locked during the tests.
25.101 Swivel connections shall be adequate for normal use of the appliance.
Compliance is checked by the following test.
The appliance is operated under the conditions specified in 11.101, the number of revolutions
being increased to 20 000.
After this test, the swivel connection and the supply cord shall be fit for further use. Live
parts shall not have become accessible and the appliance shall withstand the electric
strength test of 16.3.
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26 Terminals for external conductors
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
26.10 Addition:
Terminals with screw clamping and screwless terminals shall not be used for type X
attachments in appliances incorporating a swivel connection.
27 Provision for earthing
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
28 Screws and connections
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
29 Clearances, creepage distances and solid insulation
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
29.3.1 Addition:
For curling irons, the distance through insulation between metal parts separated by
supplementary insulation may be reduced to 0,6 mm, provided that the distance through
basic insulation is at least 1 mm.
30 Resistance to heat and fire
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
30.1 Addition:
For hand dryers and hairdryers, the temperature rises occurring during the tests of Clause 19
are not taken into account.
30.2 Addition:
For heaters for detachable curlers, 30.2.3 is applicable. For other appliances, 30.2.2 is
applicable.
30.101 Helmet-type hairdryers shall be resistant to fire.
Compliance is checked by inspection and by applying the needle-flame test of Annex E to
– parts of non-metallic material enclosing the heating element and other electrical
components;
– non-metallic parts within the enclosure.
The needle-flame test is not carried out on material classified as V-0 or V-1 according to
IEC 60695-11-10, provided that the test sample was no thicker than the relevant part.

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31 Resistance to rusting
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
32 Radiation, toxicity and similar hazards
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.

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A
B
IEC  2695/02
Dimensions in millimetres
Key
A Frame consisting of 32 equally spaced wires Ø 1,5 mm ± 0,5 mm
B Location of the wooden sphere
Figure 101 – Wire frame
∅ 200
∅ 18
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Annexes
The annexes of Part 1 are applicable.

Bibliography
The bibliography of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
Addition:
IEC 60335-2-8, Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety – Part 2-8: Particular
requirements for shavers, hair-clippers and similar appliances
IEC 60335-2-17, Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety – Part 2-17: Particular
requirements for blankets, pads and similar flexible heating appliances
IEC 60335-2-27, Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety – Part 2-27: Particular
requirements for appliances for skin exposure to ultraviolet and infrared radiation
IEC 60335-2-53, Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety – Part 2-53: Particular
requirements for sauna heating appliances
IEC 60335-2-65, Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety – Part 2-65: Particular
requirements for air-cleaning appliances
ISO 13732-1, Ergonomics of the thermal environment – Methods for the assessment of human
responses to contact with surfaces – Part 1: Hot surfaces

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