IEC 60335-2-41:2024

Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-41: Particular requirements for pumps

IEC 60335-2-41:2024 deals with the safety of electric pumps for liquids having a temperature not exceeding 90 °C, intended for household and similar purposes, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V for single-phase appliances and 480 V for other appliances including direct current (DC) supplied appliances and battery-operated appliances. Examples of appliances within the scope of this standard are
- aquarium pumps;
- garden pond pumps;
- shower-boost pumps;
- sludge pumps;
- submersible pumps;
- table fountain pumps;
- vertical wet pit pumps.
Appliances not intended for normal household use, but that nevertheless can 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.
As far as is practicable, this standard deals with the common hazards presented by ap-pliances that are encountered by all persons in and around the home. However, in gen-eral, 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.
Attention is drawn to the fact that
- for appliances intended to be used in vehicles or on board ships or aircraft, additional requirements can be necessary;
- in many countries additional requirements are specified by the national health authori-ties, the national authorities responsible for the protection of labour and similar au-thorities.
This standard does not apply to
- stationary circulation pumps for heating and service water installations (IEC 60335-2-51);
- pumps for flammable liquids;
- pumps intended exclusively for industrial purposes;
- pumps intended to be used in locations where special conditions prevail, such as the presence of a corrosive or explosive atmosphere (dust, vapour or gas);
- pumps incorporating chlorinators of the electrolytic type.
Pumps incorporated in appliances are not covered by this standard unless a specific ref-erence is made.
This fifth edition cancels and replaces the fourth edition published in 2012. This edition constitutes a technical revision.
This edition includes the following significant technical changes with respect to the previous edition:
a) alignment with IEC 60335-1:2020;
b) modification or conversion of some notes to normative text (Clause 1, 7.12.1, 25.7);
c) introduction of IEC 60417 symbol for maximum operating depth and indoor use only (7.1, 7.6, 7.12.1);
d) clarification of requirements for aquarium pumps and garden pond pumps;
e) addition of legibility requirements for markings exposed to solar radiation (7.14);
f) clarification of pumps subjected to test probe 18 (8.1.1, 20.2);
g) introduction of accessible surface temperature limits (Clause 11);
h) addition of requirements for IEC 61984 connectors for pumps intended for permanent connection to fixed wiring (22.107, 24.1.5, 24.1.101, 25.3).
i) clarifications on remote operation for pumps in scope of this standard (22.40, 22.49, 22,51).
This part 2 is to be used in conjunction with the latest edition of IEC 60335-1 and its amendments unless that edition precludes it; in that case, the latest edition that does not preclude it is used. It was established on the basis of the sixth edition (2020) of that standard.

Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues - Sécurité - Partie 2-41: Exigences particulières pour les pompes

L'IEC 60335-2-41:2024 traite de la sécurité des pompes électriques pour liquides dont la température ne dépasse pas 90 °C, destinées à un usage domestique et analogue, dont la tension assignée est inférieure ou égale à 250 V pour les appareils monophasés et à 480 V pour les autres appareils, y compris les appareils alimentés en courant continu et les appareils alimentés par batteries. La liste suivante répertorie les exemples d'appareils qui relèvent du domaine d'application de la présente norme:
- les pompes pour aquariums;
- les pompes pour bassins de jardin;
- les pompes de circulation pour douches;
- les pompes à boue;
- les pompes submersibles;
- les pompes pour fontaines de table;
- les pompes verticales noyées.
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.
Dans la mesure du possible, la présente norme traite des dangers courants que présentent les appareils et auxquels sont exposés tous les individus situés à l'intérieur et autour de l'habitation. Cependant, elle ne tient en général pas compte:
- des personnes (y compris des enfants) dont les capacités physiques, sensorielles ou mentales; ou le manque d'expérience et de connaissance les empêchent d'utiliser l'appareil en toute sécurité sans surveillance ou instruction;
- des enfants qui jouent avec l'appareil.
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.
La présente norme ne s'applique pas:
- aux pompes de circulation fixes pour installations de chauffage et de distribution d'eau (IEC 60335-2-51);
- aux pompes pour liquides inflammables;
- aux pompes destinées exclusivement à des usages industriels;
- aux pompes destinées à être utilisées dans des locaux qui présentent des conditions particulières, telles que la présence d'une atmosphère corrosive ou explosive (poussière, vapeur ou gaz);
- aux pompes incorporant des chlorateurs de type électrolytique.
Sauf indication contraire, les pompes incorporées dans des appareils ne sont pas couvertes par la présente norme.
Cette cinquième édition annule et remplace la quatrième édition parue en 2012. Cette édition constitue une révision technique.
Cette édition inclut les modifications techniques majeures suivantes par rapport à l'édition précédente:
a) le texte a été aligné sur l'IEC 60335-1:2020;
b) certaines notes ont été modifiées ou converties en texte normatif (Article 1, 7.12.1, 25.7);
c) le symbole IEC 60417 a été ajouté pour la profondeur maximale de fonctionnement et pour l'usage intérieur uniquement (7.1, 7.6, 7.12.1);
d) les exigences relatives aux pompes pour aquariums et aux pompes pour bassins de jardin ont été clarifiées;
e) des exigences de lisibilité ont été ajoutées pour les marquages exposés aux rayonnements solaires (7.14);
f) les pompes vérifiées à l'aide du calibre d'essai 18 ont été clarifiées (8.1.1, 20.2);
g) des limites de température ont été ajoutées pour les surfaces accessibles (Article 11);
h) des exigences ont été ajoutées pour les connecteurs IEC 61984 des pompes destinées à être raccordées de façon permanente à des conducteurs fixes (22.107, 24.1.5, 24.1.101, 25.3);
i) la commande à distance des pompes relavant du domaine d'application de la présente norme a été clarifiée (22.40, 22.49, 22,51).
La présente partie 2 doit être utilisée conjointement avec la dernière édition de l'IEC 60335-1 et ses amendements sauf si cet

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 29-Jan-2024
• ICS: 13.120 - Domestic safety
• ICS: 23.080 - Pumps
• ICS: 97.180 - Miscellaneous domestic and commercial equipment
• Technical Committee: TC 61 - Safety of household and similar electrical appliances
• Drafting Committee: MT 37 - TC 61/MT 37
• Current Stage: PPUB - Publication issued
• Start Date: 30-Jan-2024
• Completion Date: 29-Dec-2023

Relations

• Revises: IEC 60335-2-41:2012 - Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-41: Particular requirements for pumps
• Effective Date: 05-Sep-2023

Overview - IEC 60335-2-41:2024 (Household pumps safety)

IEC 60335-2-41:2024 is the International Electrotechnical Commission safety standard for electric pumps intended for household and similar use. It covers pumps for liquids with a temperature up to 90 °C, including single‑phase appliances up to 250 V, other appliances up to 480 V, direct‑current (DC) and battery‑operated pumps. Typical products in scope are aquarium pumps, garden pond pumps, shower‑boost pumps, submersible pumps, sludge pumps, table fountain pumps and vertical wet pit pumps. The standard addresses common hazards to users and the public, and is intended to be used together with the latest edition of IEC 60335-1.

Key technical topics and requirements

• Scope and exclusions: Defines included pump types and excludes stationary circulation pumps for heating/service water (see IEC 60335-2-51), pumps for flammable liquids, exclusively industrial pumps, pumps for corrosive/explosive atmospheres, and pumps with electrolytic chlorinators.
• Electrical safety and ratings: Limits on rated voltages, leakage current and dielectric strength tests, transient overvoltage requirements and power/current measurement procedures.
• Mechanical and thermal protection: Requirements for mechanical strength, stability, overheating protection, accessible surface temperature limits, and endurance/abnormal operation tests.
• Construction and components: Rules for internal wiring, terminals, earthing, screws, clearances/creepage distances and use of IEC 61984 connectors for permanently connected pumps.
• Marking and instructions: Mandatory markings (including IEC 60417 symbols for maximum operating depth and indoor‑use only), legibility requirements for markings exposed to solar radiation, and user instructions.
• Tests and measurement: Test method specifications (including test probes), battery‑operated appliance guidance, motor ageing and thermal protector tests, and software/electronic circuit evaluation annexes.
• Recent significant changes (Edition 5): Alignment with IEC 60335-1:2020, conversion of notes to normative requirements, new symbols, clarified requirements for aquarium/garden pond pumps, solar‑exposure marking legibility, surface temperature limits, and requirements for connectors and remote operation.

Practical applications - who uses this standard

• Manufacturers and product designers - to design compliant household pumps and select components (motors, connectors, seals) that meet safety and marking rules.
• Testing and certification laboratories - to perform required electrical, mechanical and thermal tests for conformity assessment.
• Regulatory bodies and importers - to assess market safety compliance and prepare technical files for market access.
• OEMs, installers and procurement teams - to verify safety for products used in homes, shops, light industry and farms.

Related standards

• IEC 60335-1 (General requirements for household appliances) - mandatory companion standard.
• IEC 60335-2-51 (stationary circulation pumps) - applies to excluded heating/service‑water pumps.
• IEC 61984 (connectors) and IEC 60417 (graphical symbols) - referenced for connectors and marking symbols.

This standard is essential for ensuring the safe design, testing and market compliance of household and similar electric pumps. Keywords: IEC 60335-2-41, household electrical appliances, pump safety, submersible pumps, aquarium pumps, IEC 60335-1.

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

Figure 101 – Probe for measuring surface temperatures . 23

Table 101 – Maximum temperature rises for specified external accessible surfaces
under normal operating conditions . 16

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IEC 60335-2-41 has been prepared by IEC technical committee 61: Safety of household and
similar electrical appliances. It is an International Standard.
This fifth edition cancels and replaces the fourth edition published in 2012. This edition consti-
tutes a technical revision.
This edition includes the following significant technical changes with respect to the previous
edition:
a) alignment with IEC 60335-1:2020;
b) modification or conversion of some notes to normative text (Clause 1, 7.12.1, 25.7);
c) introduction of IEC 60417 symbol for maximum operating depth and indoor use only (7.1,
7.6, 7.12.1);
d) clarification of requirements for aquarium pumps and garden pond pumps;
e) addition of legibility requirements for markings exposed to solar radiation (7.14);
f) clarification of pumps subjected to test probe 18 (8.1.1, 20.2);
g) introduction of accessible surface temperature limits (Clause 11);
h) addition of requirements for IEC 61984 connectors for pumps intended for permanent con-
nection to fixed wiring (22.107, 24.1.5, 24.1.101, 25.3).
i) clarifications on remote operation for pumps in scope of this standard (22.40, 22.49, 22,51)
The text of this International Standard is based on the following documents:
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scribed in greater detail at www.iec.ch/publications.
A list of all parts of the IEC 60335 series, under the general title: Household and similar elec-
trical appliances – Safety, can be found on the IEC website.
This part 2 is to be used in conjunction with the latest edition of IEC 60335-1 and its amend-
ments unless that edition precludes it; in that case, the latest edition that does not preclude it
is used. It was established on the basis of the sixth edition (2020) 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: Particular requirements for pumps.
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;

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– 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.
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– requirements: in roman type;
– test specifications: in italic type;
– notes: in small roman type.
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associated noun are also in bold.
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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.
The following differences exist in the countries indicated below.
– 6.1: Pumps intended to be used in or close to swimming pools, garden ponds and similar
places may be class 0I if their supply circuit incorporates a residual current device. Other
pumps may be class 0I (Japan).
– 7.14: Marking and labelling systems complying with UL 969 for outdoor use are considered
to meet the UV exposure compliance criteria (USA).

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INTRODUCTION
It has been assumed in the drafting of this International Standard that the execution of its pro-
visions is entrusted to appropriately qualified and experienced persons.
Guidance documents concerning the application of the safety requirements for appliances can
be accessed via TC 61 supporting documents on the IEC website
https://www.iec.ch/tc61/supportingdocuments
This information is given for the convenience of users of this International Standard and does
not constitute a replacement for the normative text in this standard.
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 phenom-
ena 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. How-
ever, national wiring rules may can 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 ac-
count.
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 require-
ments.
This standard is a product family standard dealing with the safety of appliances and takes prec-
edence over horizontal and generic standards covering the same subject.
NOTE 2 Horizontal and generic standards Horizontal publications, basic safety publications and group safety pub-
lications 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. 1
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.
NOTE 3 Standards dealing with non-safety aspects of household appliances are:
– IEC standards published by TC 59 concerning methods of measuring performance;
– CISPR 11, CISPR 14-1 and relevant IEC 61000-3 series standards concerning electromagnetic emissions;
– CISPR 14-2 concerning electromagnetic immunity;
– IEC standards published by TC 111 concerning environmental matters. 2

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1 Scope
This clause of Part 1 is replaced by the following.
This part of IEC 60335 deals with the safety of electric pumps for liquids having a temperature
not exceeding 90 °C, intended for household and similar purposes, their rated voltage being
not more than 250 V for single-phase appliances and 480 V for other appliances including direct
current (DC) supplied appliances and battery-operated appliances. 3
NOTE 101 Examples of appliances within the scope of this standard are
– aquarium pumps;
– pumps for garden ponds garden pond pumps;
– shower-boost pumps;
– sludge pumps;
– submersible pumps;
– table fountain pumps;
– vertical wet pit pumps.
Appliances not intended for normal household use, but that nevertheless may can 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.
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 102 Attention is drawn to the fact that
– for appliances intended to be used in vehicles or on board ships or aircraft, additional re-
quirements can 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 103 This standard does not apply to
– stationary circulation pumps for heating and service water installations (IEC 60335-2-51);
– pumps for flammable liquids;
– pumps intended exclusively for industrial purposes;

– pumps intended to be used in locations where special conditions prevail, such as the pres-
ence of a corrosive or explosive atmosphere (dust, vapour or gas);
– pumps incorporating chlorinators of the electrolytic type.
NOTE 104 Pumps incorporated in appliances are not covered by this standard unless a specific
reference is made.
2 Normative references
This clause of Part 1 is applicable, except as follows.
Addition:
IEC 60068-2-5:2018, Environmental testing − Part 2-5: Tests − Test S: Simulated solar radiation
at ground level and guidance for solar radiation testing and weathering
IEC 60364-7-701, Low voltage electrical installations – Part 7-701: Requirements for special
installations or locations – Locations containing a bath or shower
IEC 60364-7-702, Low voltage electrical installations – Part 7-702: Requirements for special
installations or locations – Swimming pools and fountains
IEC 60584-1, Thermocouples – Part 1: EMF specifications and tolerances
IEC 61984:2008, Connectors – Safety requirements and tests
3 Terms and definitions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
3.1 Definitions relating to physical characteristics
3.1.9 Replacement Modification:
Replace the first paragraph with the following: 4
normal operation
operation of the appliance under the following conditions:
Pumps are operated with the inlet in liquid at zero pressure, and the discharge outlet is main-
tained between the minimum and maximum total head, so that the highest power input is at-
tained. The total head is measured between the inlet and the discharge outlet.
Sludge pumps are operated with water.
Vertical wet pit pumps are operated with water unless they can also pump sludge, in which
case they are operated with sludge having a density not less than the maximum density speci-
fied in the instructions and not more than 105 % of the specified maximum density. 5
3.5 Definitions relating to types of appliances
3.5.101
submersible pump
pump having the electrical part completely or partially immersed in liquid during normal use
Note 1 to entry: The motor windings may be dry, immersed in oil or in the pumped liquid.

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3.5.102
vertical wet pit pump
pump having the electrical part separated from the hydraulic part and not immersed in liquid
during normal use
Note 1 to entry: Controls such as water level switches may be immersed in the liquid.
3.5.103
sludge pump
pump intended for moving a mixture of water and small solids
Note 1 to entry: Sludge pumps may be submersible pumps or vertical wet pit pumps.
3.5.104
shower-boost pump
pump for installation in the water supply system to increase the water flow for showering pur-
poses
3.5.105
deep well pump
multistage submersible pump intended to be used in bore wells
3.5.106
aquarium pump
pump intended to be used indoors with an aquarium
3.5.107
garden pond pump
pump intended to be used outdoors with a garden pond 6
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.
5.7 Addition:
The liquid temperature is maintained between 0 °C and –5 °C of the temperature marked on
the pump.
5.101 Pumps are tested as portable appliances, unless they are fixed appliances.
5.102 Stationary pumps having a three-phase motor that does not incorporate a protective
device are installed with an appropriate device, in accordance with the instructions.

6 Classification
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
6.1 Modification:
Replace the first paragraph with the following:
Submersible pumps for use in swimming pools when persons are in the pool shall be class III
with a rated voltage not exceeding 12 V.
Other submersible pumps for use in water and other conducting liquids shall be class I or
class III. However, aquarium pumps may be class II. Table fountain pumps for indoor use
may also be class II as long as their rated power input does not exceed 25 W.
Portable pumps for cleaning and other maintenance of swimming pools shall be class I or
class III.
Other pumps shall be class I, class II or class III.
6.2 Addition:
Submersible pumps shall be IPX8.
Portable pumps for cleaning and other maintenance of swimming pools shall be at least IPX7.
Shower-boost pumps intended for installation outside of zones 1 and 2, as specified in
IEC 60364-7-701, shall be at least IPX2.
Other pumps shall be at least IPX4.
7 Marking and instructions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
7.1 Addition:
Pumps having a rated power input exceeding 50 W shall be marked with
– H , the minimum total head, in metres, if greater than zero;
min
– the maximum operating depth, in metres, with a minimum of 1 m (for submersible pumps);
– the direction of rotation (for pumps having three-phase motors).
The maximum operating depth, in metres, with a minimum of 1 m, shall be marked using symbol
IEC 60417-6444 (2020-12) for:
– submersible aquarium pumps; and
– other submersible pumps having a rated power input exceeding 50 W. 7
Pumps shall be marked with the maximum liquid temperature, which shall not be less than
35 °C. If the temperature exceeds 35 °C, pumps shall be marked with the maximum period of
operation, unless they are intended for continuous operation.

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Pumps that are not intended for outdoor use shall be marked with symbol IEC 60417-5957
(2004-12) or with the substance of the following:
For indoor use only 8
7.6 Addition:
H minimum total head
min
maximum operating depth
. . . m
[symbol IEC 60417-6444 maximum operating depth
(2020-12)] where X specifies the value

Note 101 The indication of the maximum operating depth in metres can be located on the left or right side adjacent
to the arrows.
[symbol IEC 60417-5957
for indoor use only
(2004-12)]
7.12 Addition:
If symbol IEC 60417-6444 (2020-12) or symbol 60417-5957(2004-12) is used the meaning shall
be explained. 9
The instructions for class I portable pumps for cleaning and other maintenance of swimming
pools shall include the substance of the following:
– the pump must not be used when people are in the water;
– the pump must be supplied through a residual current device (RCD) having a rated residual
operating current not exceeding 30 mA.
The instructions for pumps marked with a temperature exceeding 35 °C shall state the maximum
period of operation and the minimum rest period, unless the pump is intended for continuous
operation at this temperature.
For vertical wet pit pumps, the instruction shall indicate the maximum density (in kg/m ) of
the media intended for use with the pump. 10
The instructions for submersible pumps for use in swimming pools shall state the substance
of the following:
Disconnect the pump from the supply mains before carrying out user maintenance such as
cleaning the filter.
7.12.1 Addition:
The installation instructions shall provide information on requirements specified for the electri-
cal installation and shall include reference to national wiring rules. If reference is made to zones,
the corresponding drawings shall be included.

The installation instructions shall state the substance of include the following:
– the maximum total head, in metres (for pumps having a rated power input exceeding 50 W);
– pollution of the liquid could occur due to leakage of lubricants (for submersible pumps and
vertical wet pit pumps containing lubricants);
– a protective device is to be installed in the fixed wiring and its characteristics are to be
specified (for stationary pumps having a three-phase motor not incorporating a protective
device).
– for pumps having a rated power input exceeding 50 W, the maximum total head, in metres;
– for submersible pumps and vertical wet pit pumps containing lubricants, the substance
of the following:
Pollution of the liquid could occur due to leakage of lubricants.
– for stationary pumps having a three-phase motor not incorporating a protective device,
the substance of the following:
A protective device is to be installed in the fixed wiring and its characteristics are to be
specified. 11
The installation instructions for pumps intended to be used in outdoor fountains, garden ponds
and similar places shall state that the pump is to be supplied through a residual current device
(RCD) having a rated residual operating current not exceeding 30 mA.
The installation instructions for class I pumps for swimming pools shall state that the pump is
to be supplied by an isolating transformer or supplied through a residual current device (RCD)
having a rated residual operating current not exceeding 30 mA.
The installation instructions for class III pumps intended to be installed in zone 0 of a swimming
pool, as defined in IEC 60364-7-702, shall state that the transformer is to be located outside
zone 1.
The installation instructions for class II pumps intended to be fixed in zone 1 of a swimming
pool, as defined in IEC 60364-7-702, or fixed close to a garden pond or similar place, shall state
that the pump is to be located where flooding cannot occur.
NOTE A sump without an adequate outlet for the liquid is considered to be a place where flooding is likely to occur.
The installation instructions for class II pumps intended to be fixed:
– in zone 1 of a swimming pool, as defined in IEC 60364-7-702;
– in a sump without an adequate outlet for the liquid; or
– close to a garden pond or similar place
shall state that the pump is to be located where flooding cannot occur. 12
For fixed pumps intended for permanent connection to fixed wiring, delivered with a separate
connector to ease the installation and establish the supply connection, the instructions shall
state the substance of the following:
Only use the supplied connector when installing the pump. 13
7.14.101 Markings on pumps intended for outdoor use in daylight shall remain legible after
being exposed to solar radiation.
NOTE 1 Submersible pumps are not considered to be used in daylight.
NOTE 2 Markings located at a position without direct sunlight exposure in normal use (e.g. on the bottom of an
enclosure) are not considered to be used in daylight.

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This requirement does not apply to markings that are moulded in, engraved, or stamped and
either raised above or have a depth below the surface of at least 0,25 mm and laser engraved
markings.
Compliance is checked by IEC 60068-2-5:2018 procedure Sb 1 using a xenon-arc lamp as the
radiation source.
The test conditions shall be as specified in IEC 60068-2-5:2018, Table 5. Both the narrowband
irradiance level and the black panel temperature shall be controlled.
The test shall be in cycles for a total duration of 515 h.
After the test, the marking shall be clearly legible. 14
8 Protection against access to live parts
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
8.1.1 Addition:
Probe 18 of IEC 61032 is not applied to
– sludge pumps;
– vertical wet pit pumps;
– submersible pumps, other than aquarium pumps, table fountain pumps and garden pond
pumps; and
– shower-boost pumps, swimming pool pumps and other pumps, if they have instructions
that indicate that the pump is not to be installed or used in areas accessible to children. 15
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.
11.3 Addition:
Where the external accessible surfaces are suitably flat and access permits, then the test
probe of Figure 101 is used to measure the temperature rises of external accessible surfaces
specified in Table 101. The probe is applied with a force of 4 N ± 1 N to the surface in such a
way that the best possible contact between the probe and the surface is ensured. The meas-
urement is performed after a contact period of 30 s.
The probe may be held in place using a laboratory stand clamp or similar device. Any measuring
instrument giving the same results as the probe may be used. 16

11.7 Replacement Modification:
Replace the first paragraph with the following: 17
Pumps are operated with the liquid maintained at the temperature marked on the pump. They
are operated until steady conditions are established unless they are marked with a maximum
period of operation. In this case, they are operated for the marked period followed by the rest
period specified in the instructions, the test being carried out for three cycles of operation.
Shower-boost pumps that are also supplied with cold water are operated with the cold water
at 15 °C ± 2 °C.
Pumps, other than shower-boost pumps, marked with a maximum period of operation are also
operated with the liquid maintained at 35 °C until steady conditions are established.
11.8 Modification:
Replace the first paragraph with the following:
During the test, the temperature rises are monitored continuously and shall not exceed the
values shown in Table 3 and Table 101. 18
Addition:
For pumps whose enclosure temperature arises mainly from the medium being pumped and
where the pump is marked with a liquid temperature exceeding 35 °C, when applying Table 3,
the temperature rise of the external enclosure is not measured and Table 101 is not applicable. 19
The temperature rise of handles or grips of vents and air shutters shall not exceed the value
specified in Table 3 for surfaces of handles, knobs, grips and similar parts which are held for
short periods only in normal use. 20

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Table 101 – Maximum temperature rises
for specified external accessible surfaces under normal operating conditions
a
Surface
Temperature rise of external accessible surfaces
K
Surfaces of pumps without in- Surfaces of other pumps with
structions that indicate the instructions that indicate the
pump is not to be installed or pump is not to be installed or
used in areas accessible to used in areas accessible to
children, and surfaces of children
aquarium pumps, garden pond
pumps, table fountain pumps,
shower-boost pumps, swim-
ming pool pumps
Bare metal 38 48
b
42 59
Coated metal
Glass and ceramic 51 65
c, d
58 74
Plastic and plastic coating > 0,4 mm
NOTE The temperature rise limits of handles, knobs, grips, keyboards, keypads and similar parts are specified in
Table 3.
a
Temperature rises are not measured on:
– surfaces that are inaccessible to a 75 mm diameter probe having a hemispherical end;
– surfaces that are submersed during normal operation.
b
Metal is considered coated when a coating having a minimum thickness of 90 µm made of enamel, powder or
non-substantially plastic coating is used.
c
The temperature rise limit of plastic also applies for plastic material having a metal finish of thickness less than
0,1 mm.
d
When the thickness of the plastic coating does not exceed 0,4 mm, the temperature rise limits of coated metal
for underlying metal apply or the temperature rise limits for glass or ceramic material for underlying glass or
ceramic material apply.
12 Void Charging of metal-ion batteries
This clause of Part 1 is applicable. 21
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 except as follows.
15.1.1 Addition:
Shower-boost pumps are subjected to the appropriate test of IEC 60529:1989 including
IEC 60529:1989/AMD1:1999 and IEC 60529:1989/AMD2:2013 both at rest and in operation
while supplied at rated voltage.

15.1.2 Addition:
Pumps classified IPX4 are tested with the inlet connected to the outlet by means of a tube filled
with water. The pump is supplied at rated voltage and the tube is positioned so that the pump
operates at any value between the minimum and maximum total head.
NOTE 101 The tube connecting the inlet to the outlet can go via a tank containing a suitable volume of water so as
to avoid overheating the pump.
Submersible pumps are immersed for 24 h in water containing approximately 1 % NaCl and
having a temperature of 30 °C ± 5 °C. The water pressure on the enclosure is equal to
– 1,5 times the pressure occurring at the maximum operating depth, when this depth does not
exceed 10 m;
– 1,3 times the pressure occurring at
• the maximum operating depth, or
• 15 m, if this is higher.
Before the test, the temperature of the pump is raised to within 5 K of the water temperature.
15.3 Addition:
Submersible pumps are not subjected to the test.
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.
19 Abnormal operation
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
19.1 Addition:
Pumps are also subjected to the tests of 19.101 and 19.102.
19.9 Not applicable.
19.101 Pumps are supplied at rated voltage and operated at approximately half the maximum
total head for 5 min, after which the inlet is removed from the liquid and the operation continued
for 7 h. Pumps are then operated again for 5 min at approximately half the maximum total head.
If the pump becomes inoperable during the test, it is disconnected from the supply and filled
with water.
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19.102 Pumps marked with a maximum period of operation are supplied at rated voltage and
operated under normal operation until steady conditions are established.
20 Stability and mechanical hazards
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
20.1 Addition:
Submersible pumps are not subjected to the test.
20.2 Addition:
The requirement concerning moving parts of appliances does not apply to moving parts of
pumps that are necessarily exposed to perform the working function, including moving parts of
pumps, which are also intended for moving water containing fibrous materials or solids and
pumps intended for moving liquids with higher viscosity than water. 22
Probe 18 of IEC 61032 is not applied to
– sludge pumps;
– vertical wet pit pumps;
– submersible pumps, other than aquarium pumps, table fountain pumps and garden pond
pumps; and
– shower-boost pumps, swimming pool pumps and other pumps, if they have instructions
that indicate that the pump is not to be installed or used in areas accessible to children. 23
21 Mechanical strength
21.1 Modification Addition:
For pumps, other than shower-boost pumps, the impact energy is increased to 1,0 J.
22 Construction
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
22.6 Addition:
The seal is removed from the shaft of class II pumps. The pump is supplied at rated voltage
and operated for 10 min with the maximum head that can be achieved.
If a static pressure can occur, the test is repeated at a pressure corresponding to the maximum
total head.
The pump shall then withstand the electric strength test of 16.3.
Shower-boost pumps having a separate enclosure shall have a drain hole in the enclosure
positioned so that the water can drain out without impairing electrical insulation, unless water
cannot accumulate within the enclosure in normal use. The A drain hole that is needed to
comply with the standard shall be at least 5 mm in diameter or 20 mm in area with a width of
least 3 mm. Holes that do not meet these dimensions are considered blocked when determining
compliance. 24
22.18 Addition:
NOTE 101 Direct contact between copper a
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Part 1: General requirements
INTERPRETATION SHEET 1
This interpretation sheet has been prepared by IEC technical committee 61: Safety of
household and similar electrical appliances.
The text of this Interpretation Sheet is based on the following documents:
Draft Report on voting
61/5999/DISH 61/6009/RVDISH
Full information on the voting for its approval can be found in the report on voting indicated in
the above table.
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INTRODUCTION
Edition 6 of IEC 60335-1:2020 defines and introduces requirements for a detachable
power supply part of an appliance. In the document, 24.2 prohibits the use of a power
supply in a flexible cord.
QUESTION:
Does Subclause 24.2 prohibit the use of a detachable power supply part?
ANSWER
No, a "detachable power supply part" is a defined term and is not captured by the term
"power supply" as used in Subclause 24.2.
NOTE A detachable power supply part is captured by the defined term when the output of the power supply
part is detachable from the class III construction part of the appliance at:
– the power supply part, or
– the class III construction part of the appliance.
However, the supply cord (if any) does not have to be detachable from the detachable power supply part.
ICS 13.120; 97.030
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CONTENTS
FOREWORD . 6
INTRODUCTION . 9
1 Scope . 10
2 Normative references . 11
3 Terms and definitions . 16
4 General requirement . 28
5 General conditions for the tests . 28
6 Classification . 32
7 Marking and instructions . 33
8 Protection against access to live parts . 43
9 Starting of motor-operated appliances . 45
10 Power input and current . 46
11 Heating . 48
12 Charging of metal-ion batteries . 54
13 Leakage current and electric strength at operating temperature . 56
14 Transient overvoltages . 58
15 Moisture resistance . 59
16 Leakage current and electric strength . 62
17 Overload protection of transformers and associated circuits . 64
18 Endurance . 64
19 Abnormal operation . 64
20 Stability and mechanical hazards . 74
21 Mechanical strength . 76
22 Construction . 78
23 Internal wiring . 92
24 Components . 94
25 Supply connection and external flexible cords . 99
26 Terminals for external conductors . 108
27 Provision for earthing . 111
28 Screws and connections . 112
29 Clearances, creepage distances and solid insulation . 115
30 Resistance to heat and fire . 123
31 Resistance to rusting . 128
32 Radiation, toxicity and similar hazards . 128
Annex A (informative) Routine tests . 142
Annex B (normative) Battery-operated appliances, separable batteries and detachable
batteries for battery-operated appliances . 144
Annex C (normative) Ageing test on motors . 165
Annex D (normative) Thermal motor protectors . 166
Annex E (normative) Needle-flame test . 167
Annex F (normative) Capacitors . 168
Annex G (normative) Safety isolating transformers . 170

Annex H (normative) Switches . 171
Annex I (normative) Motors having basic insulation that is inadequate for the rated
voltage of the appliance . 173
Annex J (normative) Coated printed circuit boards . 175
Annex K (informative) Overvoltage categories . 176
Annex L (informative) Guidance for the measurement of clearances and creepage
distances . 177
Annex M (informative) Pollution degree . 180
Annex N (normative) Proof tracking test . 181
Annex O (informative) Selection and sequence of the tests of Clause 30 . 182
Annex P (informative) Guidance for the application of this standard to appliances
used in tropical climates . 187
Annex Q (informative) Sequence of tests for the evaluation of electronic circuits . 189
Annex R (normative) Software evaluation . 192
Annex S (informative) Guidance for the application of this standard on measurement
of power input and current based on the requirements of 10.1 and 10.2 concerning the
representative period . 206
Annex T (normative) UV-C radiation effect on non-metallic materials . 207
Annex U (normative) Appliances intended for remote communication through public
networks . 210
Bibliography . 214
Index of defined terms . 217

Figure 1 – Circuit diagram for leakage current measurement at operating temperature
for single-phase connection of class II appliances and for parts of class ll construction . 129
Figure 2 – Circuit diagram for leakage current measurement at operating temperature
for single-phase connection of other than class II appliances or parts of class ll
construction . 130
Figure 3 – Circuit diagram for leakage current measurement at operating temperature
for three-phase with neutral class II appliances and for parts of class ll construction . 131
Figure 4 – Circuit diagram for leakage current measurement at operating temperature
for three-phase with neutral appliances other than those of class II or parts of class ll
construction . 132
Figure 5 – Small part . 133
Figure 6 – Example of an electronic circuit with low-power points . 133
Figure 7 – Test finger nail . 134
Figure 8 – Flexing test apparatus . 135
Figure 9 – Constructions of cord anchorages . 136
Figure 10 – An example of parts of an earthing terminal . 137
Figure 11 – Examples of clearances . 138
Figure 12 – Example of the placement of the cylinder . 139
Figure 13 – Small parts cylinder . 140
Figure 14 – Example of a specified operating region of a lithium-ion cell during
charging . 141
Figure 101 – Probe for measuring surface temperatures . 141
Figure B.1 – Examples of battery-operated appliance constructions and application of
normative Annex B (1 of 2) . 162

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Figure B.2 – Examples of correct polarity connection marking representing three
batteries . 164
Figure I.1 – Simulation of faults . 174
Figure L.1 – Sequence for the determination of clearances . 177
Figure L.2 – Sequence for the determination of creepage distances . 178
Figure L.3 – Measurement of clearances . 179
Figure O.1 – Tests for resistance to heat . 182
Figure O.2 – Selection and sequence of tests for resistance to fire in hand-held
appliances . 183
Figure O.3 – Selection and sequence of tests for resistance to fire in attended
appliances . 183
Figure O.4 – Selection and sequence of tests for resistance to fire in unattended
appliances . 184
Figure O.5 – Some applications of the term "within a distance of 3 mm" . 186
Figure Q.1 – Flowchart outlining the sequence of tests for the evaluation of electronic

circuits (1 of 2) . 190
Figure S.1 – Flowchart giving guidance on measurement of power input and current
concerning the representative period . 206

Table 1 – Power input deviation . 46
Table 2 – Current deviation . 47
Table 3 – Maximum normal temperature rises . 50
Table 101 – Maximum temperature rises for specified external accessible surfaces
under normal operating conditions . 54
Table 4 – Voltage for electric strength test . 58
Table 5 – Characteristics of high-voltage sources . 58
Table 6 – Impulse test voltage . 59
Table 7 – Test voltages. 63
Table 8 – Maximum winding temperature . 67
Table 9 – Maximum abnormal temperature rise . 72
Table 10 – Dimensions of cables and conduits . 101
Table 11 – Minimum cross-sectional area of conductors . 103
Table 12 – Pull force and torque . 105
Table 13 – Nominal cross-sectional area of conductors . 110
Table 14 – Torque for testing screws and nuts . 114
Table 15 – Rated impulse voltage . 116
Table 16 – Minimum clearances . 116
Table 17 – Minimum creepage distances for basic insulation . 120
Table 18 – Minimum creepage distances for functional insulation . 121
Table 19 – Minimum thickness for accessible parts of reinforced insulation consisting
of a single layer . 123
Table A.1 – Test voltages . 143
Table B.1 – Artificial source characteristics . 146
Table B.2 – Total area of openings for metal-ion cells . 154
Table B.3 – Volume of air injected at 2 070 kPa . 154
Table C.1 – Test conditions . 165

Table R.1 – General fault/error conditions . 194
Table R.2 – Specific fault/error conditions . 196
Table R.3 – Semi-formal methods . 202
Table R.4 – Software architecture specification . 202
Table R.5 – Module design specification . 203
Table R.6 – Design and coding standards . 204
Table R.7 – Software safety validation . 204
Table T.1 – Minimum property retention limits after UV-C exposure . 208
Table T.2 – Minimum electric strength for internal wiring after UV-C exposure . 209
Table U.1 – Examples of acceptable measures against unauthorised access and
transmission fault/error modes . 212

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IEC 60335-2-41 has been prepared by IEC technical committee 61: Safety of household and
similar electrical appliances. It is an International Standard.
This fifth edition cancels and replaces the fourth edition published in 2012. This edition
constitutes a technical revision.
This edition includes the following significant technical changes with respect to the previous
edition:
a) alignment with IEC 60335-1:2020;
b) modification or conversion of some notes to normative text (Clause 1, 7.12.1, 25.7);
c) introduction of IEC 60417 symbol for maximum operating depth and indoor use only (7.1,
7.6, 7.12.1);
d) clarification of requirements for aquarium pumps and garden pond pumps;
e) addition of legibility requirements for markings exposed to solar radiation (7.14);
f) clarification of pumps subjected to test probe 18 (8.1.1, 20.2);
g) introduction of accessible surface temperature limits (Clause 11);
h) addition of requirements for IEC 61984 connectors for pumps intended for permanent
connection to fixed wiring (22.107, 24.1.5, 24.1.101, 25.3).
i) clarifications on remote operation for pumps in scope of this standard (22.40, 22.49, 22,51)
The text of this International Standard is based on the following documents:
Draft Report on voting
61/7007/FDIS 61/7079/RVD
Full information on the voting for its approval can be found in the report on voting indicated in
the above table.
The language used for the development of this International Standard is English.
This document was drafted in accordance with ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2, and developed in
accordance with ISO/IEC Directives, Part 1 and ISO/IEC Directives, IEC Supplement, available
at www.iec.ch/members_experts/refdocs. The main document types developed by IEC are
described in greater detail at www.iec.ch/publications.
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.
This part 2 is to be used in conjunction with the latest edition of IEC 60335-1 and its
amendments unless that edition precludes it; in that case, the latest edition that does not
preclude it is used. It was established on the basis of the sixth edition (2020) 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: Particular requirements for pumps.
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;

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– 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 document will remain unchanged until the
stability date indicated on the IEC website under webstore.iec.ch in the data related to the
specific document. At this date, the document will be
• reconfirmed,
• withdrawn, or
• revised.
NOTE 4 The attention of National Committees is drawn to the fact that equipment manufacturers and testing
organizations can 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.
The following differences exist in the countries indicated below.
– 6.1: Pumps intended to be used in or close to swimming pools, garden ponds and similar
places may be class 0I if their supply circuit incorporates a residual current device. Other
pumps may be class 0I (Japan).
– 7.14: Marking and labelling systems complying with UL 969 for outdoor use are considered
to meet the UV exposure compliance criteria (USA).

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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.
Guidance documents concerning the application of the safety requirements for appliances can
be accessed via TC 61 supporting documents on the IEC website
https://www.iec.ch/tc61/supportingdocuments
This information is given for the convenience of users of this International Standard and does
not constitute a replacement for the normative text in this standard.
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 can 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 publications, basic safety publications and group safety publications 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.
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.
NOTE 3 Standards dealing with non-safety aspects of household appliances are:
– IEC standards published by TC 59 concerning methods of measuring performance;
– CISPR 11, CISPR 14-1 and relevant IEC 61000-3 series standards concerning electromagnetic emissions;
– CISPR 14-2 concerning electromagnetic immunity;
– IEC standards published by TC 111 concerning environmental matters.

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1 Scope
This part of IEC 60335 deals with the safety of electric pumps for liquids having a temperature
not exceeding 90 °C, intended for household and similar purposes, their rated voltage being
not more than 250 V for single-phase appliances and 480 V for other appliances including direct
current (DC) supplied appliances and battery-operated appliances.
Examples of appliances within the scope of this standard are
– aquarium pumps;
– garden pond pumps;
– shower-boost pumps;
– sludge pumps;
– submersible pumps;
– table fountain pumps;
– vertical wet pit pumps.
Appliances not intended for normal household use, but that nevertheless can 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.
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.
Attention is drawn to the fact that
– for appliances intended to be used in vehicles or on board ships or aircraft, additional
requirements can be necessary;
– in many countries additional requirements are specified by the national health authorities,
the national authorities responsible for the protection of labour and similar authorities.
This standard does not apply to
– stationary circulation pumps for heating and service water installations (IEC 60335-2-51);
– pumps for flammable liquids;
– pumps intended exclusively for industrial purposes;
– pumps intended to be used in locations where special conditions prevail, such as the
presence of a corrosive or explosive atmosphere (dust, vapour or gas);
– pumps incorporating chlorinators of the electrolytic type.

Pumps incorporated in appliances are not covered by this standard unless a specific reference
is made.
2 Normative references
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content
constitutes requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies.
For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any
amendments) applies.
IEC 60034-1, Rotating electrical machines – Part 1: Rating and performance
IEC 60061-1, Lamp caps and holders together with gauges for the control of interchangeability
and safety – Part 1: Lamp caps
IEC 60065:2014, Audio, video and similar electronic apparatus – Safety requirements
IEC 60068-2-2, Environmental testing – Part 2-2: Tests – Test B: Dry heat
IEC 60068-2-5:2018, Environmental testing − Part 2-5: Tests − Test S: Simulated solar radiation
at ground level and guidance for solar radiation testing and weathering
IEC 60068-2-31, Environmental testing – Part 2-31: Tests – Test Ec: Rough handling shocks,
primarily for equipment-type specimens
IEC 60068-2-75, Environmental testing – Part 2-75: Tests – Test Eh: Hammer tests
IEC 60068-2-78, Environmental testing – Part 2-78: Tests – Test Cab: Damp heat, steady state
IEC TR 60083, Plugs and socket-outlets for domestic and similar general use standardized in
member countries of IEC
IEC 60085:2007, Electrical insulation – Thermal evaluation and designation
IEC 60112:2003, Method for the determination of the proof and the comparative tracking indices
of solid insulating materials
IEC 60112:2003/AMD1:2009
IEC 60127 (all parts), Miniature fuses
IEC 60227 (all parts), Polyvinyl chloride insulated cables of rated voltages up to and including
450/750 V
IEC 60227-5:2011, Polyvinyl chloride insulated cables of rated voltages up to and including
450/750 V – Part 5: Flexible cables (cords)
IEC 60238, Edison screw lampholders
IEC 60245 (all parts), Rubber insulated cables – Rated voltages up to and including 450/750 V
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There exists a consolidated edition 4.1:2009 that includes edition 4 and its Amendment 1.

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IEC 60252-1:2010, AC motor capacitors – Part 1: General – Performance, testing and rating –
Safety requirements – Guidance for installation and operation
IEC 60252-1:2010/AMD1:2013
IEC 60309-2, Plugs, socket-outlets and couplers for industrial purposes – Part 2: Dimensional
interchangeability requirements for pin and contact-tube accessories
IEC 60320 (all parts), Appliance couplers for household and similar general purposes
IEC 60320-1, Appliance couplers for household and similar general purposes – Part 1: General
requirements
IEC 60320-2-3, Appliance couplers for household and similar general purposes – Part 2-3:
Appliance couplers with a degree of protection higher than IPX0
IEC 60320-3, Appliance couplers for household and similar general purposes – Part 3: Standard
sheets and gauges
IEC 60364-7-701, Low voltage electrical installations – Part 7-701: Requirements for special
installations or locations – Locations containing a bath or shower
IEC 60364-7-702, Low voltage electrical installations – Part 7-702: Requirements for special
installations or locations – Swimming pools and fountains
IEC 60384-14:2013, Fixed capacitors for use in electronic equipment – Part 14: Sectional
specification – Fixed capacitors for electromagnetic interference suppression and connection
to the supply mains
IEC 60384-14:2013/AMD1:2016
IEC 60417, Graphical symbols for use on equipment
IEC 60445:2017, Basic and safety principles for man-machine interface, marking and
identification – Identification of equipment terminals, conductor terminations and conductors
IEC 60529:1989, Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP Code)

IEC 60529:1989/AMD1:1999
IEC 60529:1989/AMD2:2013
IEC 60584-1, Thermocouples – Part 1: EMF specifications and tolerances
IEC 60598-1:2014, Luminaires – Part 1: General requirements and tests
IEC 60598-1:2014/AMD1:2017
IEC 60603-11, Connectors for frequencies below 3 MHz for use with printed boards – Part 11:
Detail specification for concentric connectors (dimensions for free connectors and fixed
connectors)
IEC 60664-1:2007, Insulation coordination for equipment within low-voltage systems – Part 1:
Principles, requirements and tests
___________
There exists a consolidated edition 2.1:2013 that includes edition 2 and its Amendment 1.
There exists a consolidated edition 4.1:2016 that includes edition 4 and its Amendment 1.
There exists a consolidated edition 2.2:2013 that includes edition 2 and its Amendment 1 and Amendment 2.
There exists a consolidated edition 8.1:2017 that includes edition 8 and its Amendment 1.

IEC 60664-3:2016, Insulation coordination for equipment within low-voltage systems – Part 3:
Use of coating, potting or moulding for protection against pollution
IEC 60664-4:2005, Insulation coordination for equipment within low-voltage systems – Part 4:
Consideration of high-frequency voltage stress
IEC 60691, Thermal-links – Requirements and application guide
IEC 60695-2-11:2014, Fire hazard testing – Part 2-11: Glowing/hot-wire based test methods –
Glow-wire flammability test method for end-products (GWEPT)
IEC 60695-2-12, Fire hazard testing – Part 2-12: Glowing/hot-wire based test methods – Glow-
wire flammability index (GWFI) test method for materials
IEC 60695-2-13, Fire hazard testing – Part 2-13: Glowing/hot-wire based test methods – Glow-
wire ignition temperature (GWIT) test method for materials
IEC 60695-10-2, Fire hazard testing – Part 10-2: Abnormal heat – Ball pressure test
IEC 60695-11-5:2016, Fire hazard testing – Part 11-5: Test flames – Needle-flame test method
– Apparatus, confirmatory test arrangement and guidance
IEC 60695-11-10, Fire hazard testing – Part 11-10: Test flames – 50 W horizontal and vertical
flame test methods
IEC 60730-1:2013, Automatic electrical controls – Part 1: General requirements
IEC 60730-1:2013/AMD1:2015
IEC 60730-2-8:2018, Automatic electrical controls – Part 2-8: Particular requirements for
electrically operated water valves, including mechanical requirements
IEC 60730-2-9:2015, Automatic electrical controls – Part 2-9: Particular requirements for
temperature sensing controls
IEC 60730-2-9:2015/AMD1:2018
IEC 60730-2-10, Automatic electrical controls for household and similar use – Part 2-10:
Particular requirements for motor-starting relays
IEC 60738-1, Thermistors – Directly heated positive temperature coefficient – Part 1: Generic
specification
IEC 60799, Electrical accessories – Cord sets and interconnection cord sets
IEC 60906-1, IEC system of plugs and socket-outlets for household and similar purposes –
Part 1: Plugs and socket-outlets 16 A 250 V a.c.
IEC 60934, Circuit-breakers for equipment (CBE)
IEC 60990:2016, Methods of measurement of touch current and protective conductor current
___________
There exists a consolidated edition 5.1:2015 that includes edition 5 and its Amendment 1.
There exists a consolidated edition 4.1:2018 that includes edition 4 and its Amendment 1.

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Part 1: General requirements
INTERPRETATION SHEET 1
This interpretation sheet has been prepared by IEC technical committee 61: Safety of
household and similar electrical appliances.
The text of this Interpretation Sheet is based on the following documents:
Draft Report on voting
61/5999/DISH 61/6009/RVDISH
Full information on the voting for its approval can be found in the report on voting indicated in
the above table.
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INTRODUCTION
Edition 6 of IEC 60335-1:2020 defines and introduces requirements for a detachable
power supply part of an appliance. In the document, 24.2 prohibits the use of a power
supply in a flexible cord.
QUESTION:
Does Subclause 24.2 prohibit the use of a detachable power supply part?
ANSWER
No, a "detachable power supply part" is a defined term and is not captured by the term
"power supply" as used in Subclause 24.2.
NOTE A detachable power supply part is captured by the defined term when the output of the power supply
part is detachable from the class III construction part of the appliance at:
– the power supply part, or
– the class III construction part of the appliance.
However, the supply cord (if any) does not have to be detachable from the detachable power supply part.
ICS 13.120; 97.030
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CONTENTS
FOREWORD . 6
INTRODUCTION . 9
1 Scope . 10
2 Normative references . 11
3 Terms and definitions . 16
4 General requirement . 28
5 General conditions for the tests . 28
6 Classification . 32
7 Marking and instructions . 33
8 Protection against access to live parts . 43
9 Starting of motor-operated appliances . 45
10 Power input and current . 46
11 Heating . 48
12 Charging of metal-ion batteries . 54
13 Leakage current and electric strength at operating temperature . 56
14 Transient overvoltages . 58
15 Moisture resistance . 59
16 Leakage current and electric strength . 62
17 Overload protection of transformers and associated circuits . 64
18 Endurance . 64
19 Abnormal operation . 64
20 Stability and mechanical hazards . 74
21 Mechanical strength . 76
22 Construction . 78
23 Internal wiring . 92
24 Components . 94
25 Supply connection and external flexible cords . 99
26 Terminals for external conductors . 108
27 Provision for earthing . 111
28 Screws and connections . 112
29 Clearances, creepage distances and solid insulation . 115
30 Resistance to heat and fire . 123
31 Resistance to rusting . 128
32 Radiation, toxicity and similar hazards . 128
Annex A (informative) Routine tests . 142
Annex B (normative) Battery-operated appliances, separable batteries and detachable
batteries for battery-operated appliances . 144
Annex C (normative) Ageing test on motors . 165
Annex D (normative) Thermal motor protectors . 166
Annex E (normative) Needle-flame test . 167
Annex F (normative) Capacitors . 168
Annex G (normative) Safety isolating transformers . 170

Annex H (normative) Switches . 171
Annex I (normative) Motors having basic insulation that is inadequate for the rated
voltage of the appliance . 173
Annex J (normative) Coated printed circuit boards . 175
Annex K (informative) Overvoltage categories . 176
Annex L (informative) Guidance for the measurement of clearances and creepage
distances . 177
Annex M (informative) Pollution degree . 180
Annex N (normative) Proof tracking test . 181
Annex O (informative) Selection and sequence of the tests of Clause 30 . 182
Annex P (informative) Guidance for the application of this standard to appliances
used in tropical climates . 187
Annex Q (informative) Sequence of tests for the evaluation of electronic circuits . 189
Annex R (normative) Software evaluation . 192
Annex S (informative) Guidance for the application of this standard on measurement
of power input and current based on the requirements of 10.1 and 10.2 concerning the
representative period . 206
Annex T (normative) UV-C radiation effect on non-metallic materials . 207
Annex U (normative) Appliances intended for remote communication through public
networks . 210
Bibliography . 214
Index of defined terms . 217

Figure 1 – Circuit diagram for leakage current measurement at operating temperature
for single-phase connection of class II appliances and for parts of class ll construction . 129
Figure 2 – Circuit diagram for leakage current measurement at operating temperature
for single-phase connection of other than class II appliances or parts of class ll
construction . 130
Figure 3 – Circuit diagram for leakage current measurement at operating temperature
for three-phase with neutral class II appliances and for parts of class ll construction . 131
Figure 4 – Circuit diagram for leakage current measurement at operating temperature
for three-phase with neutral appliances other than those of class II or parts of class ll
construction . 132
Figure 5 – Small part . 133
Figure 6 – Example of an electronic circuit with low-power points . 133
Figure 7 – Test finger nail . 134
Figure 8 – Flexing test apparatus . 135
Figure 9 – Constructions of cord anchorages . 136
Figure 10 – An example of parts of an earthing terminal . 137
Figure 11 – Examples of clearances . 138
Figure 12 – Example of the placement of the cylinder . 139
Figure 13 – Small parts cylinder . 140
Figure 14 – Example of a specified operating region of a lithium-ion cell during
charging . 141
Figure 101 – Probe for measuring surface temperatures . 141
Figure B.1 – Examples of battery-operated appliance constructions and application of
normative Annex B (1 of 2) . 162

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Figure B.2 – Examples of correct polarity connection marking representing three
batteries . 164
Figure I.1 – Simulation of faults . 174
Figure L.1 – Sequence for the determination of clearances . 177
Figure L.2 – Sequence for the determination of creepage distances . 178
Figure L.3 – Measurement of clearances . 179
Figure O.1 – Tests for resistance to heat . 182
Figure O.2 – Selection and sequence of tests for resistance to fire in hand-held
appliances . 183
Figure O.3 – Selection and sequence of tests for resistance to fire in attended
appliances . 183
Figure O.4 – Selection and sequence of tests for resistance to fire in unattended
appliances . 184
Figure O.5 – Some applications of the term "within a distance of 3 mm" . 186
Figure Q.1 – Flowchart outlining the sequence of tests for the evaluation of electronic

circuits (1 of 2) . 190
Figure S.1 – Flowchart giving guidance on measurement of power input and current
concerning the representative period . 206

Table 1 – Power input deviation . 46
Table 2 – Current deviation . 47
Table 3 – Maximum normal temperature rises . 50
Table 101 – Maximum temperature rises for specified external accessible surfaces
under normal operating conditions . 54
Table 4 – Voltage for electric strength test . 58
Table 5 – Characteristics of high-voltage sources . 58
Table 6 – Impulse test voltage . 59
Table 7 – Test voltages. 63
Table 8 – Maximum winding temperature . 67
Table 9 – Maximum abnormal temperature rise . 72
Table 10 – Dimensions of cables and conduits . 101
Table 11 – Minimum cross-sectional area of conductors . 103
Table 12 – Pull force and torque . 105
Table 13 – Nominal cross-sectional area of conductors . 110
Table 14 – Torque for testing screws and nuts . 114
Table 15 – Rated impulse voltage . 116
Table 16 – Minimum clearances . 116
Table 17 – Minimum creepage distances for basic insulation . 120
Table 18 – Minimum creepage distances for functional insulation . 121
Table 19 – Minimum thickness for accessible parts of reinforced insulation consisting
of a single layer . 123
Table A.1 – Test voltages . 143
Table B.1 – Artificial source characteristics . 146
Table B.2 – Total area of openings for metal-ion cells . 154
Table B.3 – Volume of air injected at 2 070 kPa . 154
Table C.1 – Test conditions . 165

Table R.1 – General fault/error conditions . 194
Table R.2 – Specific fault/error conditions . 196
Table R.3 – Semi-formal methods . 202
Table R.4 – Software architecture specification . 202
Table R.5 – Module design specification . 203
Table R.6 – Design and coding standards . 204
Table R.7 – Software safety validation . 204
Table T.1 – Minimum property retention limits after UV-C exposure . 208
Table T.2 – Minimum electric strength for internal wiring after UV-C exposure . 209
Table U.1 – Examples of acceptable measures against unauthorised access and
transmission fault/error modes . 212

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IEC 60335-2-41 has been prepared by IEC technical committee 61: Safety of household and
similar electrical appliances. It is an International Standard.
This fifth edition cancels and replaces the fourth edition published in 2012. This edition
constitutes a technical revision.
This edition includes the following significant technical changes with respect to the previous
edition:
a) alignment with IEC 60335-1:2020;
b) modification or conversion of some notes to normative text (Clause 1, 7.12.1, 25.7);
c) introduction of IEC 60417 symbol for maximum operating depth and indoor use only (7.1,
7.6, 7.12.1);
d) clarification of requirements for aquarium pumps and garden pond pumps;
e) addition of legibility requirements for markings exposed to solar radiation (7.14);
f) clarification of pumps subjected to test probe 18 (8.1.1, 20.2);
g) introduction of accessible surface temperature limits (Clause 11);
h) addition of requirements for IEC 61984 connectors for pumps intended for permanent
connection to fixed wiring (22.107, 24.1.5, 24.1.101, 25.3).
i) clarifications on remote operation for pumps in scope of this standard (22.40, 22.49, 22,51)
The text of this International Standard is based on the following documents:
Draft Report on voting
61/7007/FDIS 61/7079/RVD
Full information on the voting for its approval can be found in the report on voting indicated in
the above table.
The language used for the development of this International Standard is English.
This document was drafted in accordance with ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2, and developed in
accordance with ISO/IEC Directives, Part 1 and ISO/IEC Directives, IEC Supplement, available
at www.iec.ch/members_experts/refdocs. The main document types developed by IEC are
described in greater detail at www.iec.ch/publications.
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.
This part 2 is to be used in conjunction with the latest edition of IEC 60335-1 and its
amendments unless that edition precludes it; in that case, the latest edition that does not
preclude it is used. It was established on the basis of the sixth edition (2020) 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: Particular requirements for pumps.
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;

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– 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 document will remain unchanged until the
stability date indicated on the IEC website under webstore.iec.ch in the data related to the
specific document. At this date, the document will be
• reconfirmed,
• withdrawn, or
• revised.
NOTE 4 The attention of National Committees is drawn to the fact that equipment manufacturers and testing
organizations can 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.
The following differences exist in the countries indicated below.
– 6.1: Pumps intended to be used in or close to swimming pools, garden ponds and similar
places may be class 0I if their supply circuit incorporates a residual current device. Other
pumps may be class 0I (Japan).
– 7.14: Marking and labelling systems complying with UL 969 for outdoor use are considered
to meet the UV exposure compliance criteria (USA).

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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.
Guidance documents concerning the application of the safety requirements for appliances can
be accessed via TC 61 supporting documents on the IEC website
https://www.iec.ch/tc61/supportingdocuments
This information is given for the convenience of users of this International Standard and does
not constitute a replacement for the normative text in this standard.
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 can 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 publications, basic safety publications and group safety publications 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.
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.
NOTE 3 Standards dealing with non-safety aspects of household appliances are:
– IEC standards published by TC 59 concerning methods of measuring performance;
– CISPR 11, CISPR 14-1 and relevant IEC 61000-3 series standards concerning electromagnetic emissions;
– CISPR 14-2 concerning electromagnetic immunity;
– IEC standards published by TC 111 concerning environmental matters.

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Part 2-41: Particular requirements for pumps

1 Scope
This part of IEC 60335 deals with the safety of electric pumps for liquids having a temperature
not exceeding 90 °C, intended for household and similar purposes, their rated voltage being
not more than 250 V for single-phase appliances and 480 V for other appliances including direct
current (DC) supplied appliances and battery-operated appliances.
Examples of appliances within the scope of this standard are
– aquarium pumps;
– garden pond pumps;
– shower-boost pumps;
– sludge pumps;
– submersible pumps;
– table fountain pumps;
– vertical wet pit pumps.
Appliances not intended for normal household use, but that nevertheless can 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.
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.
Attention is drawn to the fact that
– for appliances intended to be used in vehicles or on board ships or aircraft, additional
requirements can be necessary;
– in many countries additional requirements are specified by the national health authorities,
the national authorities responsible for the protection of labour and similar authorities.
This standard does not apply to
– stationary circulation pumps for heating and service water installations (IEC 60335-2-51);
– pumps for flammable liquids;
– pumps intended exclusively for industrial purposes;
– pumps intended to be used in locations where special conditions prevail, such as the
presence of a corrosive or explosive atmosphere (dust, vapour or gas);
– pumps incorporating chlorinators of the electrolytic type.

Pumps incorporated in appliances are not covered by this standard unless a specific reference
is made.
2 Normative references
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content
constitutes requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies.
For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any
amendments) applies.
IEC 60034-1, Rotating electrical machines – Part 1: Rating and performance
IEC 60061-1, Lamp caps and holders together with gauges for the control of interchangeability
and safety – Part 1: Lamp caps
IEC 60065:2014, Audio, video and similar electronic apparatus – Safety requirements
IEC 60068-2-2, Environmental testing – Part 2-2: Tests – Test B: Dry heat
IEC 60068-2-5:2018, Environmental testing − Part 2-5: Tests − Test S: Simulated solar radiation
at ground level and guidance for solar radiation testing and weathering
IEC 60068-2-31, Environmental testing – Part 2-31: Tests – Test Ec: Rough handling shocks,
primarily for equipment-type specimens
IEC 60068-2-75, Environmental testing – Part 2-75: Tests – Test Eh: Hammer tests
IEC 60068-2-78, Environmental testing – Part 2-78: Tests – Test Cab: Damp heat, steady state
IEC TR 60083, Plugs and socket-outlets for domestic and similar general use standardized in
member countries of IEC
IEC 60085:2007, Electrical insulation – Thermal evaluation and designation
IEC 60112:2003, Method for the determination of the proof and the comparative tracking indices
of solid insulating materials
IEC 60112:2003/AMD1:2009
IEC 60127 (all parts), Miniature fuses
IEC 60227 (all parts), Polyvinyl chloride insulated cables of rated voltages up to and including
450/750 V
IEC 60227-5:2011, Polyvinyl chloride insulated cables of rated voltages up to and including
450/750 V – Part 5: Flexible cables (cords)
IEC 60238, Edison screw lampholders
IEC 60245 (all parts), Rubber insulated cables – Rated voltages up to and including 450/750 V
___________
There exists a consolidated edition 4.1:2009 that includes edition 4 and its Amendment 1.

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IEC 60252-1:2010, AC motor capacitors – Part 1: General – Performance, testing and rating –
Safety requirements – Guidance for installation and operation
IEC 60252-1:2010/AMD1:2013
IEC 60309-2, Plugs, socket-outlets and couplers for industrial purposes – Part 2: Dimensional
interchangeability requirements for pin and contact-tube accessories
IEC 60320 (all parts), Appliance couplers for household and similar general purposes
IEC 60320-1, Appliance couplers for household and similar general purposes – Part 1: General
requirements
IEC 60320-2-3, Appliance couplers for household and similar general purposes – Part 2-3:
Appliance couplers with a degree of protection higher than IPX0
IEC 60320-3, Appliance couplers for household and similar general purposes – Part 3: Standard
sheets and gauges
IEC 60364-7-701, Low voltage electrical installations – Part 7-701: Requirements for special
installations or locations – Locations containing a bath or shower
IEC 60364-7-702, Low voltage electrical installations – Part 7-702: Requirements for special
installations or locations – Swimming pools and fountains
IEC 60384-14:2013, Fixed capacitors for use in electronic equipment – Part 14: Sectional
specification – Fixed capacitors for electromagnetic interference suppression and connection
to the supply mains
IEC 60384-14:2013/AMD1:2016
IEC 60417, Graphical symbols for use on equipment
IEC 60445:2017, Basic and safety principles for man-machine interface, marking and
identification – Identification of equipment terminals, conductor terminations and conductors
IEC 60529:1989, Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP Code)

IEC 60529:1989/AMD1:1999
IEC 60529:1989/AMD2:2013
IEC 60584-1, Thermocouples – Part 1: EMF specifications and tolerances
IEC 60598-1:2014, Luminaires – Part 1: General requirements and tests
IEC 60598-1:2014/AMD1:2017
IEC 60603-11, Connectors for frequencies below 3 MHz for use with printed boards – Part 11:
Detail specification for concentric connectors (dimensions for free connectors and fixed
connectors)
IEC 60664-1:2007, Insulation coordination for equipment within low-voltage systems – Part 1:
Principles, requirements and tests
___________
There exists a consolidated edition 2.1:2013 that includes edition 2 and its Amendment 1.
There exists a consolidated edition 4.1:2016 that includes edition 4 and its Amendment 1.
There exists a consolidated edition 2.2:2013 that includes edition 2 and its Amendment 1 and Amendment 2.
There exists a consolidated edition 8.1:2017 that includes edition 8 and its Amendment 1.

IEC 60664-3:2016, Insulation coordination for equipment within low-voltage systems – Part 3:
Use of coating, potting or moulding for protection against pollution
IEC 60664-4:2005, Insulation coordination for equipment within low-voltage systems – Part 4:
Consideration of high-frequency voltage stress
IEC 60691, Thermal-links – Requirements and application guide
IEC 60695-2-11:2014, Fire hazard testing – Part 2-11: Glowing/hot-wire based test methods –
Glow-wire flammability test method for end-products (GWEPT)
IEC 60695-2-12, Fire hazard testing – Part 2-12: Glowing/hot-wire based test methods – Glow-
wire flammability index (GWFI) test method for materials
IEC 60695-2-13, Fire hazard testing – Part 2-13: Glowing/hot-wire based test methods – Glow-
wire ignition temperature (GWIT) test method for materials
IEC 60695-10-2, Fire hazard testing – Part 10-2: Abnormal heat – Ball pressure test
IEC 60695-11-5:2016, Fire hazard testing – Part 11-5: Test flames – Needle-flame test method
– Apparatus, confirmatory test arrangement and guidance
IEC 60695-11-10, Fire hazard testing – Part 11-10: Test flames – 50 W horizontal and vertical
flame test methods
IEC 60730-1:2013, Automatic electrical controls – Part 1: General requirements
IEC 60730-1:2013/AMD1:2015
IEC 60730-2-8:2018, Automatic electrical controls – Part 2-8: Particular requirements for
electrically operated water valves, including mechanical requirements
IEC 60730-2-9:2015, Automatic electrical controls – Part 2-9: Particular requirements for
temperature sensing controls
IEC 60730-2-9:2015/AMD1:2018
IEC 60730-2-10, Automatic electrical controls for household and similar use – Part 2-10:
Particular requirements for motor-starting relays
IEC 60738-1, Thermistors – Directly heated positive temperature coefficient – Part 1: Generic
specification
IEC 60799, Electrical accessories – Cord sets and interconnection cord sets
IEC 60906-1, IEC system of plugs and socket-outlets for household and similar purposes –
Part 1: Plugs and socket-outlets 16 A 250 V a.c.
IEC 60934, Circuit-breakers for equipment (CBE)
IEC 60990:2016, Methods of measurement of touch current and protective conductor current
___________
There exists a consolidated edition 5.1:2015 that includes edition 5 and its Amendment 1.
There exists a consolidated edition 4.1:2018 that includes edition 4 and its Amendment 1.

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INTERNATIONAL
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Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety –

Part 2-41: Particular requirements for pumps

Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues – Sécurité –

Partie 2-41: Exigences particulières pour les pompes

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

Figure 101 – Probe for measuring surface temperatures . 22

Table 101 – Maximum temperature rises for specified external accessible surfaces
under normal operating conditions . 15

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IEC 60335-2-41 has been prepared by IEC technical committee 61: Safety of household and
similar electrical appliances. It is an International Standard.
This fifth edition cancels and replaces the fourth edition published in 2012. This edition consti-
tutes a technical revision.
This edition includes the following significant technical changes with respect to the previous
edition:
a) alignment with IEC 60335-1:2020;
b) modification or conversion of some notes to normative text (Clause 1, 7.12.1, 25.7);
c) introduction of IEC 60417 symbol for maximum operating depth and indoor use only (7.1,
7.6, 7.12.1);
d) clarification of requirements for aquarium pumps and garden pond pumps;

e) addition of legibility requirements for markings exposed to solar radiation (7.14);
f) clarification of pumps subjected to test probe 18 (8.1.1, 20.2);
g) introduction of accessible surface temperature limits (Clause 11);
h) addition of requirements for IEC 61984 connectors for pumps intended for permanent con-
nection to fixed wiring (22.107, 24.1.5, 24.1.101, 25.3).
i) clarifications on remote operation for pumps in scope of this standard (22.40, 22.49, 22,51)
The text of this International Standard is based on the following documents:
Draft Report on voting
61/7007/FDIS 61/7079/RVD
Full information on the voting for its approval can be found in the report on voting indicated in
the above table.
The language used for the development of this International Standard is English.
This document was drafted in accordance with ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2, and developed in
accordance with ISO/IEC Directives, Part 1 and ISO/IEC Directives, IEC Supplement, available
at www.iec.ch/members_experts/refdocs. The main document types developed by IEC are de-
scribed in greater detail at www.iec.ch/publications.
A list of all parts of the IEC 60335 series, under the general title: Household and similar elec-
trical appliances – Safety, can be found on the IEC website.
This part 2 is to be used in conjunction with the latest edition of IEC 60335-1 and its amend-
ments unless that edition precludes it; in that case, the latest edition that does not preclude it
is used. It was established on the basis of the sixth edition (2020) 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: Particular requirements for pumps.
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.

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The committee has decided that the contents of this document will remain unchanged until the
stability date indicated on the IEC website under webstore.iec.ch in the data related to the
specific document. At this date, the document will be
• reconfirmed,
• withdrawn, or
• revised.
NOTE 4 The attention of National Committees is drawn to the fact that equipment manufacturers and testing organ-
izations can 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.
The following differences exist in the countries indicated below.
– 6.1: Pumps intended to be used in or close to swimming pools, garden ponds and similar
places may be class 0I if their supply circuit incorporates a residual current device. Other
pumps may be class 0I (Japan).
– 7.14: Marking and labelling systems complying with UL 969 for outdoor use are considered
to meet the UV exposure compliance criteria (USA).

INTRODUCTION
It has been assumed in the drafting of this International Standard that the execution of its pro-
visions is entrusted to appropriately qualified and experienced persons.
Guidance documents concerning the application of the safety requirements for appliances can
be accessed via TC 61 supporting documents on the IEC website
https://www.iec.ch/tc61/supportingdocuments
This information is given for the convenience of users of this International Standard and does
not constitute a replacement for the normative text in this standard.
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 phenom-
ena 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. How-
ever, national wiring rules can 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 ac-
count.
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 require-
ments.
This standard is a product family standard dealing with the safety of appliances and takes prec-
edence over horizontal and generic standards covering the same subject.
NOTE 2 Horizontal publications, basic safety publications and group safety publications 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.
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.
NOTE 3 Standards dealing with non-safety aspects of household appliances are:
– IEC standards published by TC 59 concerning methods of measuring performance;
– CISPR 11, CISPR 14-1 and relevant IEC 61000-3 series standards concerning electromagnetic emissions;
– CISPR 14-2 concerning electromagnetic immunity;
– IEC standards published by TC 111 concerning environmental matters.

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HOUSEHOLD AND SIMILAR ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES –
SAFETY –
Part 2-41: Particular requirements for pumps

1 Scope
This clause of Part 1 is replaced by the following.
This part of IEC 60335 deals with the safety of electric pumps for liquids having a temperature
not exceeding 90 °C, intended for household and similar purposes, their rated voltage being
not more than 250 V for single-phase appliances and 480 V for other appliances including direct
current (DC) supplied appliances and battery-operated appliances.
Examples of appliances within the scope of this standard are
– aquarium pumps;
– garden pond pumps;
– shower-boost pumps;
– sludge pumps;
– submersible pumps;
– table fountain pumps;
– vertical wet pit pumps.
Appliances not intended for normal household use, but that nevertheless can be a source of
danger to the public, such as appliances intended to be used by laymen in shops, in light in-
dustry and on farms, are within the scope of this standard.
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.
Attention is drawn to the fact that
– for appliances intended to be used in vehicles or on board ships or aircraft, additional re-
quirements can 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.
This standard does not apply to
– stationary circulation pumps for heating and service water installations (IEC 60335-2-51);
– pumps for flammable liquids;
– pumps intended exclusively for industrial purposes;

– pumps intended to be used in locations where special conditions prevail, such as the pres-
ence of a corrosive or explosive atmosphere (dust, vapour or gas);
– pumps incorporating chlorinators of the electrolytic type.
Pumps incorporated in appliances are not covered by this standard unless a specific reference
is made.
2 Normative references
This clause of Part 1 is applicable, except as follows.
Addition:
IEC 60068-2-5:2018, Environmental testing − Part 2-5: Tests − Test S: Simulated solar radiation
at ground level and guidance for solar radiation testing and weathering
IEC 60364-7-701, Low voltage electrical installations – Part 7-701: Requirements for special
installations or locations – Locations containing a bath or shower
IEC 60364-7-702, Low voltage electrical installations – Part 7-702: Requirements for special
installations or locations – Swimming pools and fountains
IEC 60584-1, Thermocouples – Part 1: EMF specifications and tolerances
IEC 61984:2008, Connectors – Safety requirements and tests
3 Terms and definitions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
3.1 Definitions relating to physical characteristics
3.1.9 Modification:
Replace the first paragraph with the following:
operation of the appliance under the following conditions:
Pumps are operated with the inlet in liquid at zero pressure, and the discharge outlet is main-
tained between the minimum and maximum total head, so that the highest power input is at-
tained. The total head is measured between the inlet and the discharge outlet.
Sludge pumps are operated with water.
Vertical wet pit pumps are operated with water unless they can also pump sludge, in which
case they are operated with sludge having a density not less than the maximum density speci-
fied in the instructions and not more than 105 % of the specified maximum density.
3.5 Definitions relating to types of appliances
3.5.101
submersible pump
pump having the electrical part completely or partially immersed in liquid during normal use
Note 1 to entry: The motor windings may be dry, immersed in oil or in the pumped liquid.

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3.5.102
vertical wet pit pump
pump having the electrical part separated from the hydraulic part and not immersed in liquid
during normal use
Note 1 to entry: Controls such as water level switches may be immersed in the liquid.
3.5.103
sludge pump
pump intended for moving a mixture of water and small solids
Note 1 to entry: Sludge pumps may be submersible pumps or vertical wet pit pumps.
3.5.104
shower-boost pump
pump for installation in the water supply system to increase the water flow for showering pur-
poses
3.5.105
deep well pump
multistage submersible pump intended to be used in bore wells
3.5.106
aquarium pump
pump intended to be used indoors with an aquarium
3.5.107
garden pond pump
pump intended to be used outdoors with a garden pond
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.
5.7 Addition:
The liquid temperature is maintained between 0 °C and –5 °C of the temperature marked on
the pump.
5.101 Pumps are tested as portable appliances, unless they are fixed appliances.
5.102 Stationary pumps having a three-phase motor that does not incorporate a protective
device are installed with an appropriate device, in accordance with the instructions.

6 Classification
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
6.1 Modification:
Replace the first paragraph with the following:
Submersible pumps for use in swimming pools when persons are in the pool shall be class III
with a rated voltage not exceeding 12 V.
Other submersible pumps for use in water and other conducting liquids shall be class I or
class III. However, aquarium pumps may be class II. Table fountain pumps for indoor use
may also be class II as long as their rated power input does not exceed 25 W.
Portable pumps for cleaning and other maintenance of swimming pools shall be class I or
class III.
Other pumps shall be class I, class II or class III.
6.2 Addition:
Submersible pumps shall be IPX8.
Portable pumps for cleaning and other maintenance of swimming pools shall be at least IPX7.
Shower-boost pumps intended for installation outside of zones 1 and 2, as specified in
IEC 60364-7-701, shall be at least IPX2.
Other pumps shall be at least IPX4.
7 Marking and instructions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
7.1 Addition:
Pumps having a rated power input exceeding 50 W shall be marked with
– H , the minimum total head, in metres, if greater than zero;
min
– the direction of rotation (for pumps having three-phase motors).
The maximum operating depth, in metres, with a minimum of 1 m, shall be marked using symbol
IEC 60417-6444 (2020-12) for:
– submersible aquarium pumps; and
– other submersible pumps having a rated power input exceeding 50 W.
Pumps shall be marked with the maximum liquid temperature, which shall not be less than
35 °C. If the temperature exceeds 35 °C, pumps shall be marked with the maximum period of
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Pumps that are not intended for outdoor use shall be marked with symbol IEC 60417-5957
(2004-12) or with the substance of the following:
For indoor use only
7.6 Addition:
[symbol IEC 60417-6444 maximum operating depth
(2020-12)] where X specifies the value

Note 101 The indication of the maximum operating depth in metres can be located on the left or right side adjacent
to the arrows.
[symbol IEC 60417-5957
for indoor use only
(2004-12)]
7.12 Addition:
If symbol IEC 60417-6444 (2020-12) or symbol 60417-5957(2004-12) is used the meaning shall
be explained.
The instructions for class I portable pumps for cleaning and other maintenance of swimming
pools shall include the substance of the following:
– the pump must not be used when people are in the water;
– the pump must be supplied through a residual current device (RCD) having a rated residual
operating current not exceeding 30 mA.
The instructions for pumps marked with a temperature exceeding 35 °C shall state the maximum
period of operation and the minimum rest period, unless the pump is intended for continuous
operation at this temperature.
For vertical wet pit pumps, the instruction shall indicate the maximum density (in kg/m ) of
the media intended for use with the pump.
The instructions for submersible pumps for use in swimming pools shall state the substance
of the following:
Disconnect the pump from the supply mains before carrying out user maintenance such as
cleaning the filter.
7.12.1 Addition:
The installation instructions shall provide information on requirements specified for the electri-
cal installation and shall include reference to national wiring rules. If reference is made to zones,
the corresponding drawings shall be included.

The installation instructions shall include the following:
– for pumps having a rated power input exceeding 50 W, the maximum total head, in metres;
– for submersible pumps and vertical wet pit pumps containing lubricants, the substance
of the following:
Pollution of the liquid could occur due to leakage of lubricants.
– for stationary pumps having a three-phase motor not incorporating a protective device,
the substance of the following:
A protective device is to be installed in the fixed wiring and its characteristics are to be
specified.
The installation instructions for pumps intended to be used in outdoor fountains, garden ponds
and similar places shall state that the pump is to be supplied through a residual current device
(RCD) having a rated residual operating current not exceeding 30 mA.
The installation instructions for class I pumps for swimming pools shall state that the pump is
to be supplied by an isolating transformer or supplied through a residual current device (RCD)
having a rated residual operating current not exceeding 30 mA.
The installation instructions for class III pumps intended to be installed in zone 0 of a swimming
pool, as defined in IEC 60364-7-702, shall state that the transformer is to be located outside
zone 1.
The installation instructions for class II pumps intended to be fixed:
– in zone 1 of a swimming pool, as defined in IEC 60364-7-702;
– in a sump without an adequate outlet for the liquid; or
– close to a garden pond or similar place
shall state that the pump is to be located where flooding cannot occur.
For fixed pumps intended for permanent connection to fixed wiring, delivered with a separate
connector to ease the installation and establish the supply connection, the instructions shall
state the substance of the following:
Only use the supplied connector when installing the pump.
7.14.101 Markings on pumps intended for outdoor use in daylight shall remain legible after
being exposed to solar radiation.
NOTE 1 Submersible pumps are not considered to be used in daylight.
NOTE 2 Markings located at a position without direct sunlight exposure in normal use (e.g. on the bottom of an
enclosure) are not considered to be used in daylight.
This requirement does not apply to markings that are moulded in, engraved, or stamped and
either raised above or have a depth below the surface of at least 0,25 mm and laser engraved
markings.
Compliance is checked by IEC 60068-2-5:2018 procedure Sb 1 using a xenon-arc lamp as the
radiation source.
The test conditions shall be as specified in IEC 60068-2-5:2018, Table 5. Both the narrowband
irradiance level and the black panel temperature shall be controlled.
The test shall be in cycles for a total duration of 515 h.
After the test, the marking shall be clearly legible.

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8 Protection against access to live parts
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
8.1.1 Addition:
Probe 18 of IEC 61032 is not applied to
– sludge pumps;
– vertical wet pit pumps;
– submersible pumps, other than aquarium pumps, table fountain pumps and garden pond
pumps; and
– shower-boost pumps, swimming pool pumps and other pumps, if they have instructions
that indicate that the pump is not to be installed or used in areas accessible to children.
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.
11.3 Addition:
Where the external accessible surfaces are suitably flat and access permits, then the test
probe of Figure 101 is used to measure the temperature rises of external accessible surfaces
specified in Table 101. The probe is applied with a force of 4 N ± 1 N to the surface in such a
way that the best possible contact between the probe and the surface is ensured. The meas-
urement is performed after a contact period of 30 s.
The probe may be held in place using a laboratory stand clamp or similar device. Any measuring
instrument giving the same results as the probe may be used.
11.7 Modification:
Replace the first paragraph with the following:
Pumps are operated with the liquid maintained at the temperature marked on the pump. They
are operated until steady conditions are established unless they are marked with a maximum
period of operation. In this case, they are operated for the marked period followed by the rest
period specified in the instructions, the test being carried out for three cycles of operation.
Shower-boost pumps that are also supplied with cold water are operated with the cold water
at 15 °C ± 2 °C.
Pumps, other than shower-boost pumps, marked with a maximum period of operation are also
operated with the liquid maintained at 35 °C until steady conditions are established.
11.8 Modification:
Replace the first paragraph with the following:
During the test, the temperature rises are monitored continuously and shall not exceed the
values shown in Table 3 and Table 101.
Addition:
For pumps whose enclosure temperature arises mainly from the medium being pumped and
where the pump is marked with a liquid temperature exceeding 35 °C, when applying Table 3,
the temperature rise of the external enclosure is not measured and Table 101 is not applicable.
The temperature rise of handles or grips of vents and air shutters shall not exceed the value
specified in Table 3 for surfaces of handles, knobs, grips and similar parts which are held for
short periods only in normal use.
Table 101 – Maximum temperature rises
for specified external accessible surfaces under normal operating conditions
a
Surface
Temperature rise of external accessible surfaces
K
Surfaces of pumps without in- Surfaces of other pumps with
structions that indicate the instructions that indicate the
pump is not to be installed or pump is not to be installed or
used in areas accessible to used in areas accessible to
children, and surfaces of
children
aquarium pumps, garden pond
pumps, table fountain pumps,
shower-boost pumps, swim-
ming pool pumps
Bare metal 38 48
b
42 59
Coated metal
Glass and ceramic 51 65
c, d
58 74
Plastic and plastic coating > 0,4 mm
NOTE The temperature rise limits of handles, knobs, grips, keyboards, keypads and similar parts are specified in
Table 3.
a
Temperature rises are not measured on:
– surfaces that are inaccessible to a 75 mm diameter probe having a hemispherical end;
– surfaces that are submersed during normal operation.
b
Metal is considered coated when a coating having a minimum thickness of 90 µm made of enamel, powder or
non-substantially plastic coating is used.
c
The temperature rise limit of plastic also applies for plastic material having a metal finish of thickness less than
0,1 mm.
d
When the thickness of the plastic coating does not exceed 0,4 mm, the temperature rise limits of coated metal
for underlying metal apply or the temperature rise limits for glass or ceramic material for underlying glass or
ceramic material apply.
12 Charging of metal-ion batteries
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
13 Leakage current and electric strength at operating temperature
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.

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14 Transient overvoltages
This clause of Part 1 is applicable.
15 Moisture resistance
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
15.1.1 Addition:
Shower-boost pumps are subjected to the appropriate test of IEC 60529:1989 including
IEC 60529:1989/AMD1:1999 and IEC 60529:1989/AMD2:2013 both at rest and in operation
while supplied at rated voltage.
15.1.2 Addition:
Pumps classified IPX4 are tested with the inlet connected to the outlet by means of a tube filled
with water. The pump is supplied at rated voltage and the tube is positioned so that the pump
operates at any value between the minimum and maximum total head.
NOTE 101 The tube connecting the inlet to the outlet can go via a tank containing a suitable volume of water so as
to avoid overheating the pump.
Submersible pumps are immersed for 24 h in water containing approximately 1 % NaCl and
having a temperature of 30 °C ± 5 °C. The water pressure on the enclosure is equal to
– 1,5 times the pressure occurring at the maximum operating depth, when this depth does not
exceed 10 m;
– 1,3 times the pressure occurring at
• the maximum operating depth, or
• 15 m, if this is higher.
Before the test, the temperature of the pump is raised to within 5 K of the water temperature.
15.3 Addition:
Submersible pumps are not subjected to the test.
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.
19 Abnormal operation
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.

19.1 Addition:
Pumps are also subjected to the tests of 19.101 and 19.102.
19.9 Not applicable.
19.101 Pumps are supplied at rated voltage and operated at approximately half the maximum
total head for 5 min, after which the inlet is removed from the liquid and the operation continued
for 7 h. Pumps are then operated again for 5 min at approximately half the maximum total head.
If the pump becomes inoperable during the test, it is disconnected from the supply and filled
with water.
19.102 Pumps marked with a maximum period of operation are supplied at rated voltage and
operated under normal operation until steady conditions are established.
20 Stability and mechanical hazards
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
20.1 Addition:
Submersible pumps are not subjected to the test.
20.2 Addition:
The requirement concerning moving parts of appliances does not apply to moving parts of
pumps that are necessarily exposed to perform the working function, including moving parts of
pumps, which are also intended for moving water containing fibrous materials or solids and
pumps intended for moving liquids with higher viscosity than water.
Probe 18 of IEC 61032 is not applied to
– sludge pumps;
– vertical wet pit pumps;
– submersible pumps, other than aquarium pumps, table fountain pumps and garden pond
pumps; and
– shower-boost pumps, swimming pool pumps and other pumps, if they have instructions
that indicate that the pump is not to be installed or used in areas accessible to children.
21 Mechanical strength
21.1 Addition:
For pumps, other than shower-boost pumps, the impact energy is increased to 1,0 J.
22 Construction
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
22.6 Addition:
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The seal is removed from the shaft of class II pumps. The pump is supplied at rated voltage
and operated for 10 min with the maximum head that can be achieved.
If a static pressure can occur, the test is repeated at a pressure corresponding to the maximum
total head.
The pump shall then withstand the electric strength test of 16.3.
Shower-boost pumps having a separate enclosure shall have a drain hole in the enclosure
positioned so that the water can drain out without impairing electrical insulation, unless water
cannot accumulate within the enclosure in normal
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