IEC 60335-2-79:2016

Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-79: Particular requirements for high pressure cleaners and steam cleaners

IEC 60335-2-79:2016 deals with the safety of high-pressure cleaners without traction drive, intended for household and commercial indoor or outdoor use, having a rated pressure not less than 2,5 MPa and not exceeding 35 MPa. It also applies to steam cleaners and those parts of hot water high pressure cleaners incorporating a steam stage which have a capacity not exceeding 100 l, a rated pressure not exceeding 2,5 MPa and a product of capacity and rated pressure not exceeding 5 MPa·l. They are not equipped with a traction drive. The following power systems of the drive for the high pressure pump are covered:
- mains powered motors up to a rated voltage of 250 V for single-phase machines and 480 V for other machines,
- battery-operated motors,
- internal combustion engines,
- hydraulic or pneumatic motors. This standard does not apply to:
- high pressure water jet machines having a rated pressure exceeding 35 MPa;
- steam cleaners intended for domestic use;
- hand-held and transportable motor-operated electric tools;
- appliances for medical purposes;
- agricultural sprayers;
- non-liquid, solid abrasive cleaners;
- machines designed to be part of a production process;
- machines designed for use in corrosive or explosive environments (dust, vapour or gas) or
- machines designed for use in vehicles or on board of ships or aircraft. This fourth edition cancels and replaces the third edition published in 2012. It constitutes a technical revision. The principal changes in this edition as compared with the third edition of IEC 60335-2-79 are as follows (minor changes are not listed):
- the standard has been revised editorially to avoid misunderstandings;
- the document has been revised for the consistent use of definitions throughout the text;
- correct references were added in the foreword;
- Annex B has been revised and updated;
- Clause 15 has been revised and updated;
- clarification of relevant liquid tanks has been added;
- in Clause 20 the revised temperature has been inserted and the text in 29.1 was modified in order to remove any misunderstandings and is in line with IEC 60335-2-102. 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 fifth edition (2010) of that standard. The attention of National Committees is drawn to the fact that equipment manufacturers and testing organizations may need a transitional period following publication of a new, amended or revised IEC publication in which to make products in accordance with the new requirements and to equip themselves for conducting new or revised tests. It is the recommendation of the committee that the content of this publication be adopted for implementation nationally not earlier than 12 months or later than 36 months from the date of its publication. Key words: Steam Cleaner, High Pressure Cleaner

Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues - Sécurité - Partie 2-79: Exigences particulières pour les appareils de nettoyage à haute pression et les appareils de nettoyage à vapeur

L'IEC 60335-2-79:2016 traite de la sécurité des appareils de nettoyage à haute pression sans commande de dispositif de déplacement, à usage domestique, industriel et commercial, dont la pression assignée est comprise entre 2,5 MPa et 35 MPa. Elle s'applique également aux appareils de nettoyage à vapeur et aux parties des appareils de nettoyage à eau chaude sous haute pression incorporant un élément vapeur, qui ont une capacité ne dépassant pas 100 l, une pression assignée ne dépassant pas 2,5 MPa et un produit capacité par pression assignée ne dépassant pas 5 MPa·l. Ces appareils ne sont pas équipés d'une commande de dispositif de déplacement. Les systèmes d'alimentation suivants de l'entraînement de la pompe à haute pression sont couverts: les moteurs alimentés par le réseau, jusqu'à une tension assignée de 250 V pour les machines monophasées et de 480 V pour les autres machines, les moteurs alimentés par batteries, les moteurs à combustion interne, les moteurs hydrauliques ou pneumatiques. La présente norme ne s'applique pas:
- aux machines à jet d'eau sous haute pression, dont la pression assignée est supérieure à 35 MPa;
- aux appareils de nettoyage à vapeur à usage domestique;
- aux outils électroportatifs à moteur et machines-outils électriques semi-fixes;
- aux appareils électromédicaux;
- aux pulvérisateurs agricoles;
- aux appareils de nettoyage à abrasifs solides, non liquides;
- aux machines destinées à être intégrées dans un processus de production;
- aux machines destinées à être utilisées dans des environnements corrosifs ou explosifs (poussière, vapeur ou gaz);
- aux machines destinées à être utilisées dans des véhicules ou à bord de navires ou d'avions. Cette quatrième édition annule et remplace la troisième édition parue en 2012. Elle constitue une révision technique. Par rapport à la troisième édition de l'IEC 60335-2-79, les modifications majeures indiquées ci-après ont été apportées dans la présente édition (les modifications mineures ne sont pas mentionnées):
- la norme a fait l'objet d'une révision sur le plan rédactionnel destinée à éviter toute incompréhension;
- le document a fait l'objet d'une révision pour une utilisation cohérente des définitions à travers le texte;
- des références correctes on été ajoutées dans l'avant-propos;
- l'Annexe B a fait l'objet d'une révision et d'une mise à jour;
- l'Article 15 a fait l'objet d'une révision et d'une mise à jour;
- une clarification des réservoirs de liquide appropriés a été ajoutée;
- à l'Article 20, une température révisée a été insérée;
- le texte de 29.1 a été modifié afin de supprimer toute incompréhension et est en accord avec l'IEC 60335-2-102. La présente partie 2 doit être utilisée conjointement avec la dernière édition de l'IEC 60335-1 et ses amendements. Elle a été établie sur la base de la cinquième édition (2010) de cette norme. L'attention des Comités Nationaux est attirée sur le fait que les fabricants d'appareils et les organismes d'essai peuvent avoir besoin d'une période de transition après la publication d'une nouvelle publication IEC, ou d'une publication amendée ou révisée, pour fabriquer des produits conformes aux nouvelles exigences et pour adapter leurs équipements aux nouveaux essais ou aux essais révisés. Le comité recommande que le contenu de cette publication soit entériné au niveau national au plus tôt 12 mois et au plus tard 36 mois après la date de publication. Mots clés: appareils de nettoyage à vapeur, appareils de nettoyage à haute pression

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 06-Jun-2016
• ICS: 97.080 - Cleaning appliances
• Technical Committee: SC 61J - Safety of electrical motor-operated cleaning appliances for commercial use
• Current Stage: DELPUB - Deleted Publication
• Start Date: 23-Jun-2021
• Completion Date: 01-Jul-2019

Relations

• Revised: IEC 60335-2-79:2021 - Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-79: Particular requirements for high pressure cleaners and steam cleaners
• Effective Date: 05-Sep-2023
• Revises: IEC 60335-2-79:2012 - Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-79: Particular requirements for high pressure cleaners and steam cleaners
• Effective Date: 05-Sep-2023

Overview

IEC 60335-2-79:2016 is an international safety standard published by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). It sets forth particular safety requirements for high-pressure cleaners and steam cleaners intended for household and similar indoor or outdoor commercial use. The standard applies primarily to high-pressure cleaners without traction drive that operate within a pressure range of 2.5 MPa to 35 MPa, as well as steam cleaners and hot water high-pressure cleaners with specified capacity and pressure limits. It covers devices powered by various drive systems, including mains-powered motors, battery-operated motors, internal combustion engines, as well as hydraulic or pneumatic motors.

Key exclusions from this standard include high-pressure water jet machines exceeding 35 MPa, steam cleaners intended strictly for domestic use, motor-operated electric tools, medical appliances, agricultural sprayers, and machines designed for corrosive or explosive environments or for use aboard vehicles and aircraft.

This 2016 edition is a technical revision of the third edition (2012), updating definitions, editorial clarity, testing clauses, liquid tank clarifications, and aligning temperature requirements with related IEC standards. It is intended to be used alongside IEC 60335-1 and its amendments, ensuring comprehensive safety compliance.

Key Topics

IEC 60335-2-79:2016 outlines thorough technical and safety criteria including:

• Scope and applicability: Defining parameters for high-pressure cleaners with rated pressures from 2.5 to 35 MPa and steam cleaners within specified capacity-pressure limits.
• Drive system coverage: Including electrical motors (mains-powered single-phase up to 250 V; other configurations to 480 V), battery motors, combustion engines, and hydraulic/pneumatic drives.
• Safety requirements: Protection against access to live parts, overheating, electrical leakage, insulation strength, moisture resistance, electrical endurance, and overload protection.
• Mechanical safety: Ensuring stability, mechanical strength, and prevention of mechanical hazards during operation.
• Marking and instructions: Standardized warnings, labeling, and user guidance for safe operation.
• Testing procedures: Guidelines for conducting electrical, mechanical, and durability tests under specified conditions.
• Annexes on specialized topics: Including battery-operated appliance requirements, backflow prevention methods, emission of noise and vibration, and test reports for safety verification.

The standard also addresses backsiphonage prevention to avoid contamination risks, providing methods for safety device assessment.

Applications

IEC 60335-2-79:2016 is critical for manufacturers, testing organizations, and regulators involved with high-pressure cleaning equipment and steam cleaners used in both residential and commercial contexts. The standard ensures:

• Product safety and reliability: By defining minimum technical and safety standards, it helps prevent electrical, mechanical, and operational hazards.
• Regulatory compliance: Provides a basis for national implementation aligned with international safety guidelines, supporting market access across regions.
• Consumer protection: Ensures that users are safeguarded against electrical shocks, mechanical injuries, and exposure to hazardous conditions during appliance use.
• Design and testing framework: Supports appliance design improvements and standardized testing for performance and safety certification.
• Environmental and operational suitability: Specifies requirements considering various power sources and environmental conditions typical for household and commercial cleaning devices.

This standard supports industries producing pressure washers, steam cleaning appliances, and related motor-operated cleaning tools.

Related Standards

IEC 60335-2-79:2016 is part of the broader IEC 60335 series, primarily used alongside:

• IEC 60335-1: General safety requirements for household and similar electrical appliances, forming the foundational safety criteria.
• IEC 60335-2-102: Particular requirements for commercial electric cleaning appliances, relevant for commercial applications and clarifications reflected in this revision.
• Other standards on electrical motor-operated tools, electrical safety, and environmental considerations which complement the safety and technical frameworks for cleaning devices.

Manufacturers and testing bodies should stay current with amendments and corrigenda issued by IEC to maintain compliance and uphold best practices.

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Keywords: IEC 60335-2-79, high-pressure cleaners safety standard, steam cleaners requirements, household electrical appliances, cleaning appliance safety, electrical safety standards, high-pressure washer compliance, IEC standards for cleaners, motor-operated cleaning appliances, backsiphonage prevention, IEC 60335 series.

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IEC 60335-2-79 ®
Edition 4.0 2016-06
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
NORME
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Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety –
Part 2-79: Particular requirements for high pressure cleaners and steam cleaners

Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues – Sécurité –
Partie 2-79: Exigences particulières pour les appareils de nettoyage à haute
pression et les appareils de nettoyage à vapeur

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IEC 60335-2-79 ®
Edition 4.0 2016-06
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
NORME
INTERNATIONALE
colour
inside
Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety –

Part 2-79: Particular requirements for high pressure cleaners and steam cleaners

Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues – Sécurité –

Partie 2-79: Exigences particulières pour les appareils de nettoyage à haute

pression et les appareils de nettoyage à vapeur

INTERNATIONAL
ELECTROTECHNICAL
COMMISSION
COMMISSION
ELECTROTECHNIQUE
INTERNATIONALE
ICS 97.080 ISBN 978-2-8322-3444-0

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CONTENTS
FOREWORD . 4
INTRODUCTION . 7
1 Scope . 8
2 Normative references. 8
3 Terms and definitions . 9
4 General requirement . 12
5 General conditions for the tests . 12
6 Classification . 12
7 Marking and instructions . 13
8 Protection against access to live parts . 19
9 Starting of motor-operated appliances . 19
10 Power input and current . 19
11 Heating . 19
12 Void . 20
13 Leakage current and electric strength at operating temperature . 20
14 Transient overvoltages. 20
15 Moisture resistance . 20
16 Leakage current and electric strength . 22
17 Overload protection of transformers and associated circuits . 22
18 Endurance . 23
19 Abnormal operation . 24
20 Stability and mechanical hazards . 26
21 Mechanical strength . 27
22 Construction . 28
23 Internal wiring . 32
24 Components . 32
25 Supply connection and external flexible cords . 33
26 Terminals for external conductors . 34
27 Provision for earthing . 34
28 Screws and connections . 34
29 Clearances, creepage distances and solid insulation . 34
30 Resistance to heat and fire . 34
31 Resistance to rusting . 35
32 Radiation, toxicity and similar hazards . 35
Annexes . 38
Annex B (normative) Appliances powered by rechargeable batteries that are
recharged in the appliance . 39
Annex S (normative) Battery-operated appliances powered by batteries that are non-
rechargeable or not recharged in the appliance . 40
Annex AA (normative) Requirements to avoid backsiphonage . 41
Annex BB (normative) Analysis method for determining the necessary safety device to
prevent backsiphonage . 47

Annex CC (informative) Emission of acoustical noise . 50
Annex DD (informative) Emission of vibration . 52
Annex EE (informative) Model test report for vibration emission at handles of high-
pressure cleaners . 63
Bibliography . 65

Figure 101 – Warning symbol . 35
Figure 102 – Impact test apparatus . 36
Figure 103 – Reactions on handle . 36
Figure 104 – Warning symbol: Machine not suitable for connection to the potable
water mains . 37
Figure 105 – Warning symbol: Do not inhale fumes . 37
Figure AA.1 – Arrangement for the durability test on backflow preventers with reduced
pressure zone . 46
Figure BB.1 – Example for an air break to drain . 49
Figure DD.1 – Trigger gun . 52
Figure DD.2 – Trigger gun with additional side handle . 53
Figure DD.3 – Measurement locations: Trigger gun, main and secondary measuring
point . 55
Figure DD.4 – Measurement locations: Trigger gun with additional side handle, main
and secondary measuring point . 56
Figure DD.5 – Operating conditions – Position of spraying device . 58

Table 101 – Degree of protection against harmful ingress of water . 13
Table 12 – Pull force and torque . 34
Table AA.1 – Nominal size versus durability test flow rate . 45
Table BB.1 – Matrix of the safety devices appropriate to fluid categories . 48
Table DD.1 – Description and units of the symbols used . 54
Table EE.1 – General information and reported results . 63
Table EE.2 – Measurement results for one machine . 64

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FOREWORD
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International Standard IEC 60335-2-79 has been prepared by subcommittee 61J: Electrical
motor-operated cleaning appliances for commercial use, of IEC technical committee 61:
Safety of household and similar electrical appliances.
This fourth edition cancels and replaces the third edition published in 2012. It constitutes a
technical revision.
The principal changes in this edition as compared with the third edition of IEC 60335-2-79 are
as follows (minor changes are not listed):
– the standard has been revised editorially to avoid misunderstandings;
– the document has been revised for the consistent use of definitions throughout the text;
– correct references were added in the foreword;

– Annex B has been revised and updated;
– Clause 15 has been revised and updated; clarification of relevant liquid tanks has been
added;
– in Clause 20 the revised temperature has been inserted;
– the text in 29.1 was modified in order to remove any misunderstandings and is in line with
IEC 60335-2-102.
The text of this standard is based on the following documents:
FDIS Report on voting
61J/635/FDIS 61J/645/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 publication has been drafted in accordance with the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2.
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 fifth edition (2010) 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 high pressure cleaners
and steam cleaners.
When a particular sub clause of Part 1 is not mentioned in this part 2, that sub clause 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:
– sub clauses, tables and figures that are numbered starting from 101 are additional to those in Part 1;
– unless notes are in a new sub clause or involve notes in Part 1, they are numbered starting from 101, including
those in a replaced clause or sub clause;
– 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.
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 this publication be adopted for implementation
nationally not earlier than 12 months or later than 36 months from the date of publication.
A list of all parts of the IEC 60335 series, under the general title: Household and similar
electrical appliances – Safety can be found on the IEC website.

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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.
When a part 2 standard does not include additional requirements to cover hazards dealt with
in Part 1, Part 1 applies.
NOTE 1 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 2 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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for high pressure cleaners and steam cleaners

1 Scope
This clause of Part 1 is replaced by the following.
This part of IEC 60335 deals with the safety of high-pressure cleaners without traction drive,
intended for household and commercial indoor or outdoor use, having a rated pressure not
less than 2,5 MPa and not exceeding 35 MPa.
It also applies to steam cleaners and those parts of hot water high pressure cleaners
incorporating a steam stage which have a capacity not exceeding 100 l, a rated pressure not
exceeding 2,5 MPa and a product of capacity and rated pressure not exceeding 5 MPa·l.
They are not equipped with a traction drive. The following power systems of the drive for the
high pressure pump are covered:
– mains powered motors up to a rated voltage of 250 V for single-phase machines and
480 V for other machines,
– battery-operated motors,
– internal combustion engines,
– hydraulic or pneumatic motors.
This standard does not apply to
– high pressure water jet machines having a rated pressure exceeding 35 MPa;
NOTE 101 In Europe, those machines are covered by EN 1829-1.
– steam cleaners intended for domestic use (IEC 60335-2-54);
– hand-held and transportable motor-operated electric tools (IEC 60745 series, IEC 61029
series, IEC 62841 series);
– appliances for medical purposes (IEC 60601);
– agricultural sprayers (ISO 4254-6);
– non-liquid, solid abrasive cleaners;
– machines designed to be part of a production process;
– machines designed for use in corrosive or explosive environments (dust, vapour or gas);
– machines designed for use in vehicles or on board of ships or aircraft.
NOTE 102 Attention is drawn to the fact that in many countries additional requirements on the safe use of the
equipment covered can be specified by the national health authorities, the national authorities responsible for the
protection of labour, the national water supply authorities and similar authorities.
2 Normative references
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.

Addition:
IEC 60364-1, Low-voltage electrical installations – Part 1: Fundamental principles,
assessment of general characteristics, definitions
IEC 61558-2-3, Safety of transformers, reactors, power supply units and combinations thereof
– Part 2-3: Particular requirements and tests for ignition transformers for gas and oil burners
Replacement:
IEC 61770:2008, Electric appliances connected to the water mains – Avoidance of
backsiphonage and failure of hose-sets
3 Terms and definitions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
3.1.9 Replacement:
normal operation
conditions under which the machine is operated in normal use
It denotes the operation at rated flow and rated pressure with the appropriate nozzle and
hose line fitted, all strainers and filters in a clean operating condition and the unloader valve
set to the rated pressure. The water heater, if fitted, is operated at maximum power. Electric
motor driven machines are supplied at rated voltage.
Socket outlets for accessories are loaded with a resistive load in accordance with the
marking.
The burner is operated at rated power. Machines designed for operation at more than one
rated power setting are additionally tested at the most disadvantageous power.
On machines designed for use with a flue pipe, a section of flue pipe is attached to the
machine. Flue gas determinations are taken in this flue pipe.
The draught is adjusted as recommended in the instructions.
3.1.12 Addition:
Functions not controlling the starting and stopping of the high pressure jet exiting the nozzle
are not regarded as remote operation. Functions for other purposes e.g. detergent or water
flow control are not considered to be remote operation.
3.101
unloader valve
pressure operated device which, when the pump pressure exceeds a preset value, releases
the pressure and leads the excess fluid into the inlet system
In addition, it bypasses the total pump flow at reduced pressure when its outlet flow is cut off.
3.102
safety valve
pressure operated device which, when the pump or steam cleaner pressure exceeds a preset
value, releases the pressure and which may return the excess fluid or steam either to the inlet
system or into the atmosphere
3.103
rated pressure
maximum working pressure at the pressure generator during normal operation

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3.104
allowable pressure
maximum pressure up to which a machine and/or parts of the machine may be subjected
without impairing its safety
3.105
rated flow
maximum flow at rated pressure at the nozzle during normal operation
3.106
maximum flow rate
highest possible flow rate at the nozzle
Note 1 to entry: Typically, the maximum flow rate occurs at working pressures lower than rated pressure and
with a nozzle designed for spraying of cleaning agents.
3.107
rated temperature
maximum temperature of the cleaning agent during normal operation
3.108
pressure switch
device which, in response to varying fluid pressure, provides a controlling function at a pre-set
value
3.109
flow switch
device which, in response to a varying rate of fluid flow, provides a controlling function at a
pre-set value
3.110
trigger gun
hand-held spraying device where the flow of the cleaning agent is regulated by an integrated
manually operated control device
3.111
pencil jet nozzle
nozzle that gives a concentrated, parallel water jet
Note 1 to entry: Pencil jet nozzles are also known as needle jet nozzles, solid jet nozzles or 0 degree jet
nozzles.
3.112
water jetter
pipe-cleaning device, connected to and controlled by a trigger gun, consisting of a high
pressure hose and a cleaning head with nozzles
3.113
cleaning agent
water with or without the addition of gaseous, soluble or miscible detergent or solid abrasive
3.114
water heater
device for heating the cleaning agent by means of electricity, gas, liquid fuel or heat
exchange
3.115
continuous ignition
ignition of an oil or gas fired burner that is continuously maintained throughout the time the
burner is operational, whether the burner is firing or not
3.116
primary safety control
control device that responds directly to flame properties sensing the presence of flame and, in
event of ignition failure or unintentional flame extinguishment, causes safety shut down
Note 1 to entry: Primary safety controls are also known as flame failure devices or flame safety controls.
3.117
motorized cleaning head
hand-held or hand-guided cleaning device connected to the machine, with an integrated
electrical motor
3.118
low pressure accessory
device, connected to and controlled by a trigger gun, with large nozzle openings generating a
pressure below rated pressure
Note 1 to entry: Typical examples of low pressure accessories are washing brushes, foam nozzles, washing
sponges.
3.119
hand-guided machine
machine that needs to be moved on the floor
3.120
hose line
assembly of high pressure hoses mounted with appropriate fittings
3.121
guard
part of the machine specifically designed to provide protection by means of a physical barrier,
such as a casing, a shield, a cover, a screen, a door, an enclosure or a fence; other parts of
the machine that fulfil a primarily operational function, such as, for example, the frame of the
machine, may also fulfil a protective function but are not referred to as guards
Note 1 to entry: Three main kinds of guards can be distinguished: fixed guards, interlocking moveable guards
and adjustable guards. Interlocking movable guards are required where frequent access is envisaged, while fixed
guards can be used where frequent access is not envisaged.
3.122
operator
person installing, operating, adjusting, cleaning, moving, or performing user maintenance on
the machine
3.123
test solution
a solution which consists of 20 g of NaCl and 1 ml of a solution of 28 % by mass of dodecyl
sodium sulphate in each 8 l of water
Note 1 to entry: The chemical designation of dodecyl sodium sulphate is C H NaSO .
12 25 4
3.124
reaction force
force which reacts on the spraying device (and thereby on the operator) as a result of the
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Note 1 to entry: The reaction force can also be called recoil force. For other standards with regard to hand-arm-
vibration, the technical term is feed force (e.g. ISO 28927 series) or push force (e.g. ISO 15230) what describes
another force. For high-pressure cleaners, the reaction force is the relevant physical dimension.
3.125
commercial use
intended use of machines covered by this standard, i.e. not intended for normal housekeeping
purposes by private persons but which may be a source of danger to the public
i.e. in particular that
– the machines may be used by cleaning contractors, cleaning staff, etc.;
– they are used in commercial or public premises (i.e. offices, shops, hotels, hospitals,
schools, etc.) or in industrial (plants, etc.) and light industrial (workshops, etc.)
environments.
Note 1 to entry: Commercial use is also called professional use.
4 General requirement
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
Replacement of the first paragraph by the following:
Machines shall be constructed so that they function safely so as to cause no danger to
persons or surroundings during normal use, even in the event of carelessness, and during
installation, adjusting, maintenance, cleaning, repairing or transportation.
Addition:
For the purposes of this standard, the term ‘appliance’ as used in Part 1 is to be read as
‘machine’.
5 General conditions for the tests
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
5.101 The test solution shall be stored in a sealed container, in an ambient between 3 °C
and 8 °C and used within seven days after its preparation.
5.102 Protective devices and safety valves shall remain fully functional but shall not
operate under normal operation.
6 Classification
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
6.1 Replacement:
Machines shall be one of the following classes with respect to the protection against electric
shock:
– class I,
– class II, or
– class III.
However, hand-held appliances and hand-held parts containing electrical components of
steam cleaners and high pressure cleaners shall be class II or class III.
Compliance is checked by inspection and by the relevant tests.
6.2 Replacement:
The machines shall have a degree of protection against harmful ingress of water according to
Table 101:
Table 101 – Degree of protection against harmful ingress of water
Protection class Protection degree
(electric shock) (IEC 60529)
I – II IPX4
For indoor use only
III IPX3
Steam cleaners For outdoor use I-II-III IPX5
II IPX7
Hand-held parts
III IPX3
Hand-held appliances II-III IPX7
High pressure
Other types of machines I-II-III IPX5
cleaners
Hand-held parts II-III IPX7
However, fixed appliances that are specified for installation in a separate room, where they
will not be subject to spillage or splashing of water, shall be at least IPX0.
Compliance is checked by inspection and by the relevant tests.
7 Marking and instructions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
7.1 Modification:
th
Replace the 4 dashed item as follows:
– the business name and address of the manufacturer and, if applicable, his authorized
representative; any address shall be sufficient to ensure postal contact;
Addition:
Machines shall be marked in addition with the following:
– serial number, if any;
– designation of the machine and series or type, allowing the technical identification of the
product. This may be achieved by a combination of letters and/or numbers;
NOTE 101 Designation of machine, series or type includes the model or type reference as required in Part 1.
– year of construction, i.e. the year in which the manufacturing process is completed;
– rated pressure in Pascal;
– allowable pressure in Pascal;
– rated flow in litre per minute;

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– maximum flow rate in litre per minute, if necessary. The number of flow rate markings is
limited to two;
– maximum rated temperature where this is above 50 °C;
– maximum power of the water heater in kW, if applicable (for electric heaters, the input
power, for gas-fired or oil-fired heaters the output power).
Machines equipped with wheels and other mobile machinery shall be marked with the mass of
the most usual configuration in kg.
A yellow label with black lines showing the substance of the warning symbols in accordance
with Figure 101 shall be permanently fixed to the machine.
Machines shall be marked in addition with the following, if applicable:
– When the surface of a flue or duct for exhaust gases from the heater exceeds a
temperature rise of 60 K, a warning notice shall be fitted near to the hot surface stating
WARNING Hot. Do not touch.
The height of the lettering shall be not less than 4 mm. This wording may be replaced by
symbol IEC 60417-5041 (2002-10).
– Steam cleaners shall be marked with symbol IEC 60417-5597 (2014-06).
– Machines not intended to be connected to the potable water mains shall be marked with
the symbol according to Figure 104, coloured as shown or in monochrome colour.
– Machines intended to be used indoors and powered by internal combustion engines,
except LPG-powered engines, shall be marked with the symbol according to Figure 105. It
is acceptable to show this symbol in monochrome colour.
7.1.101 All high pressure hoses shall be marked with the following:
– with a pressure of at least the allowable pressure in Pascal;
– maximum temperature in degrees Celsius;
– business name of the manufacturer of the hose and the date of production. These data
may be coded.
Compliance is checked by inspection.
7.1.102 All high pressure accessories (e.g. trigger gun, spray lance) shall be marked with
the following:
– a pressure of at least the allowable pressure in Pascal;
– maximum temperature in degrees Celsius.
Compliance is checked by inspection.
7.1.103 Motorized cleaning heads shall be marked with
– rated voltage or rated voltage range in volts;
– rated power input in watts;
– name, trade mark or identification mark of the manufacturer or responsible vendor;
– model or type reference;
– year of construction, i.e. the year in which the manufacturing process is completed;
– mass of the most usual configuration in kg.

Motorized cleaning heads for water-suction cleaning appliances, except those of class III
construction having a working voltage up to 24 V shall be marked with symbol
IEC 60417-5935 (2012-09).
NOTE This symbol is an information sign and, except for the colours, the rules of ISO 3864-1 apply.
Compliance is checked by inspection.
7.1.104 Socket-outlets for accessories shall be marked with the maximum load in watts on
the socket-outlet or close to it.
Compliance is checked by inspection.
7.6 Addition:
[symbol IEC 60417-5597 (2014-06)]   steam, low jet

[symbol IEC 60417-5041 (2002-10)]  hot surface

7.12 Modification:
th
Replace the 4 paragraph by the following text.
This machine is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge.
Addition:
The front cover of the instructions shall include the substance of the following warning:
CAUTION Read the instructions before using the machine.
This wording may be replaced by symbols ISO 7000-0434A (2004-01) and ISO 7000-0790
(2004-01).
The instructions shall contain at least the following:
– the business name and full address of the manufacturer and, if applicable, his authorized
representative;
– designation of the machine and series or type, except for the serial number, allowing the
technical identification of the product. This may be achieved by a combination of letters
and/or numbers;
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NOTE 101 The designation of series or type can be abstracted, as long as the identification of the product is
ensured.
– the general description of the machine;
– the intended use of the machine and the auxiliary equipment as covered by the scope of
this standard;
NOTE 102 Examples of auxiliary equipment are lights and powered brushes.
– the meaning of the symbols used on the machine and in the instructions;
– drawings, diagrams, descriptions and explanations necessary for the safe use,
maintenance and repair of the machine and for checking its correct functioning;
– technical data including the markings on the machine and the maximum inlet water
pressure in Pascal;
– information regarding putting into service, safe operation, handling, transportation, and
storage of the machine taking into account its weight;
– instructions to enable adjustment and maintenance to be carried out safely, including the
protective measures that should be taken during these operations;
– the conditions in which the machine meets the requirement of stability during use,
transportation, assembly, dismantling when out of service, testing or foreseeable
breakdowns;
– the procedure to be followed to prevent unsafe situations in the event of accident (e.g.
contact with or spillage of detergents, battery acid, fuel or oil) or equipment breakdown
(such as flat tire or component failure).
The instructions shall indicate the type and frequency of inspections and maintenance
required for safe operation including the preventive maintenance measures. They shall, if
applicable, give the specifications of the spare parts if they affect the health and safety of the
operator.
In addition, the instructions shall give the following information, if applicable:
– information about appropriate personnel protection equipment (PPE) for high pressure
cleaners in operation, e.g. safety boots, safety gloves, safety helmets with v
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