IEC 60335-2-69:2012

Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-69: Particular requirements for wet and dry vacuum cleaners, including power brush, for commercial use

IEC 60335-2-69:2012(E) deals with the safety of electrical motor-operated vacuum cleaners, including back-pack vacuum cleaners, and dust extractors, for wet suction, dry suction, or wet and dry suction, intended for commercial indoor or outdoor use with or without attachments. It also deals with the safety of centrally-sited vacuum cleaners, excluding the installation of the system. They are not equipped with a traction drive. The following power systems are covered: mains powered motors up to a rated voltage of 250 V for single-phase appliances and 480 V for other appliances, battery powered motors. This standard also applies to machines handling hazardous dust, such as asbestos. This fourth edition cancels and replaces the third edition published in 2002 and its Amendments 1 (2004) and 2 (2007). It constitutes a technical revision. The principal changes in this edition as compared with the third edition of IEC 60335-2-69 are as follows (minor changes are not listed):
- the scope has been revised editorially to avoid misunderstandings;
- terms and definitions has been revised with regard to the requirements revised;
- the standard has been revised in general and updated regarding state-of-the-art, as far as necessary, in particular some changes have been made to Clauses 15, 22 and 25;
- Annex AA was revised and restructured;
- Annex CC was made informative;
- a new Annex EE 'Emission of acoustical noise' was added and;
- a new Annex FF 'Emission of vibration' was added.
This publication is to be read in conjunction with IEC 60335-1:2010.

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• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 21-Feb-2012
• ICS: 97.080 - Cleaning appliances
• Technical Committee: SC 61J - Electrical motor-operated cleaning appliances for commercial use
• Current Stage: DELPUB - Deleted Publication
• Completion Date: 14-Jun-2016

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• Revised: IEC 60335-2-69:2016 - Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-69: Particular requirements for wet and dry vacuum cleaners, including power brush, for commercial use
• Effective Date: 05-Sep-2023

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CONTENTS
FOREWORD . 4
INTRODUCTION . 7
1 Scope . 8
2 Normative references . 9
3 Terms and definitions . 9
4 General requirement . 12
5 General conditions for the tests . 12
6 Classification . 12
7 Marking and instructions . 13
8 Protection against access to live parts . 16
9 Starting of motor-operated appliances . 16
10 Power input and current . 16
11 Heating . 16
12 Void. 17
13 Leakage current and electric strength at operating temperature . 17
14 Transient overvoltages . 17
15 Moisture resistance . 17
16 Leakage current and electric strength . 19
17 Overload protection of transformers and associated circuits . 19
18 Endurance . 19
19 Abnormal operation . 19
20 Stability and mechanical hazards . 21
21 Mechanical strength . 21
22 Construction . 23
23 Internal wiring . 25
24 Components . 25
25 Supply connection and external flexible cords . 26
26 Terminals for external conductors . 27
27 Provision for earthing . 27
28 Screws and connections . 27
29 Clearances, creepage distances and solid insulation . 27
30 Resistance to heat and fire . 28
31 Resistance to rusting . 28
32 Radiation, toxicity and similar hazards . 28
Annexes . 32
Annex A (normative) Routine tests . 33
Annex AA (normative) Particular requirements for vacuum cleaners and dust
extractors for the collection of hazardous dusts . 34
Annex BB (informative) List of dusts which present an explosion risk when subject to
ignition conditions . 46
Annex CC (informative) Particular requirements for vacuum cleaners and dust
extractors for the collection of dusts which present an explosion risk . 52

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Annex DD (normative) Particular requirements for vacuum cleaners for use in ESD
protected areas . 59
Annex EE (informative) Emission of acoustical noise . 62
Annex FF (informative) Emission of vibration . 69
Bibliography . 70

Figure 101 – Impact test apparatus . 29
Figure 102 – Apparatus for testing the abrasion resistance of current-carrying hoses . 30
Figure 103 – Apparatus for testing the resistance to flexing of current-carrying hoses . 30
Figure 104 – Configuration of the hose for the freezing treatment . 31
Figure 105 – Flexing positions for the hose after removal from the freezing cabinet . 31
Figure AA.2 – Warning label for dust class L and dust M machines . 43
Figure AA.3 – Test method for essential filter material . 44
Figure AA.4 – In situ essential filter element test . 44
Figure AA.5 – Assembled machine test . 44
Figure AA.6 – Sequence and selection of tests according to Clause 22 . 45
Figure CC.1 – Marking – Type 22 vacuum cleaners . 57
Figure CC.2 – Marking – Type 22 dust extractors . 58
Figure EE.1 – Position of vacuum cleaners and its accessories . 66
Figure EE.2 – Position of upright machines . 67
Figure EE.3 – Position of back-pack vacuum cleaners . 68

Table 12 – Pull force and torque . 27
Table AA.1 – Penetration limits . 37
Table BB.1 – Explosion parameters . 46

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International Standard IEC 60335-2-69 has been prepared by subcommittee 61J: Electrical
motor-operated cleaning appliances for commercial use, of IEC technical committee 61:
Safety of household and similar electrical appliances.
This fourth edition cancels and replaces the third edition published in 2002 and its
Amendments 1 (2004) and 2 (2007). It constitutes a technical revision.
The principal changes in this edition as compared with the third edition of IEC 60335-2-69 are
as follows (minor changes are not listed):
– the scope has been revised editorially to avoid misunderstandings;
– terms and definitions has been revised with regard to the requirements revised;
– the standard has been revised in general and updated regarding state-of-the-art, as far as
necessary, in particular some changes have been made to Clauses 15, 22 and 25;

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– Annex AA was revised and restructured;
– Annex CC was made informative;
– a new Annex EE 'Emission of acoustical noise' was added; and
– a new Annex FF 'Emission of vibration' was added.
The text of this standard is based on the following documents:
FDIS Report on voting
61J/481/FDIS 61J/494/RVD

Full information on the voting for the approval of this standard can be found in the report on
voting indicated in the above table.
This publication has been drafted in accordance with the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2.
This part 2 is to be used in conjunction with the latest edition of IEC 60335-1 and its
amendments. It was established on the basis of the fifth edition (2010) of that standard.
NOTE 1 When “Part 1” is mentioned in this standard, it refers to IEC 60335-1.
This part 2 supplements or modifies the corresponding clauses in IEC 60335-1, so as to
convert that publication into the IEC standard: Safety requirements for wet and dry vacuum
cleaners, including power brush, for commercial use.
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.
A list of all parts of the IEC 60335 series, under the general title: Household and similar
electrical appliances – Safety, can be found on the IEC website.

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INTRODUCTION
It has been assumed in the drafting of this International Standard that the execution of its
provisions is entrusted to appropriately qualified and experienced persons.
This standard recognizes the internationally accepted level of protection against hazards such
as electrical, mechanical, thermal, fire and radiation of appliances when operated as in
normal use taking into account the manufacturer's instructions. It also covers abnormal
situations that can be expected in practice and takes into account the way in which
electromagnetic phenomena can affect the safe operation of appliances.
This standard takes into account the requirements of IEC 60364 as far as possible so that
there is compatibility with the wiring rules when the appliance is connected to the supply
mains. However, national wiring rules may differ.
If an appliance within the scope of this standard also incorporates functions that are covered
by another part 2 of IEC 60335, the relevant part 2 is applied to each function separately, as
far as is reasonable. If applicable, the influence of one function on the other is taken into
account.
When a part 2 standard does not include additional requirements to cover hazards dealt with
in Part 1, Part 1 applies.
NOTE 1 This means that the technical committees responsible for the part 2 standards have determined that it is
not necessary to specify particular requirements for the appliance in question over and above the general
requirements.
This standard is a product family standard dealing with the safety of appliances and takes
precedence over horizontal and generic standards covering the same subject.
NOTE 2 Horizontal and generic standards covering a hazard are not applicable since they have been taken into
consideration when developing the general and particular requirements for the IEC 60335 series of standards. For
example, in the case of temperature requirements for surfaces on many appliances, generic standards, such as
ISO 13732-1 for hot surfaces, are not applicable in addition to Part 1 or part 2 standards.
An appliance that complies with the text of this standard will not necessarily be considered to
comply with the safety principles of the standard if, when examined and tested, it is found to
have other features that impair the level of safety covered by these requirements.
An appliance employing materials or having forms of construction differing from those detailed
in the requirements of this standard may be examined and tested according to the intent of
the requirements and, if found to be substantially equivalent, may be considered to comply
with the standard.

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Part 2-69: Particular requirements for wet and dry vacuum cleaners,
including power brush, for commercial use



1 Scope
This clause of Part 1 is replaced by the following.
This International Standard deals with the safety of electrical motor-operated vacuum
cleaners, including back-pack vacuum cleaners, and dust extractors, for wet suction, dry
suction, or wet and dry suction, intended for commercial indoor or outdoor use with or without
attachments.
It also deals with the safety of centrally-sited vacuum cleaners, excluding the installation of
the system.
NOTE 101 Attention is drawn to the fact that additional requirements on the safe installation of centrally-sited
vacuum cleaners are not addressed by this standard but need to be taken into account.
NOTE 102 This standard applies to machines for commercial use. The following list, although not
comprehensive, gives an indication of locations that are included in the scope:
– public use areas such as hotels, schools, hospitals;
– industrial locations, for example factories and manufacturing shops;
– retail outlets, for example shops and supermarkets;
– business premises, for example offices and banks;
– all uses other than normal housekeeping purposes.
They are not equipped with a traction drive. The following power systems are covered:
– mains powered motors up to a rated voltage of 250 V for single-phase appliances and
480 V for other appliances,
– battery powered motors.
This standard also applies to machines handling hazardous dust, such as asbestos.
NOTE 103 Additional requirements for machines handling hazardous dust are given in Annex AA. Attention is
drawn to the fact that in many countries additional requirements on hazardous substances might apply.
NOTE 104 Radioactive substances are not covered by definition of hazardous dust for the purposes of this
standard.
This standard does not apply to
– vacuum cleaners and water-suction cleaning appliances for household use
(IEC 60335-2-2);
– floor treatment machines for commercial use (IEC 60335-2-67, IEC 60335-2-72);
– spray extraction machines for commercial use (IEC 60335-2-68);
– hand-held mains-operated electrical garden blowers, vacuums and blower vacuums
(IEC 60335-2-100);
– hand-held and transportable motor-operated electric tools (IEC 60745 series, IEC 61029
series);
– appliances for medical purposes (IEC 60601-1);

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– machines designed for use in corrosive environments;
– machines designed for picking up liquids with a flash point below 55 °C;
– machines designed for use in explosive environments (dust, vapour or gas), except those
designed for use in zone 22.
NOTE 104 Additional requirements for vacuum cleaners designed for collecting combustible dust in zone 22 are
given in Annex CC.
NOTE 105 Attention is drawn to the fact that in many countries additional requirements on the safe use of the
equipment covered can be specified by the national health authorities, the national authorities responsible for the
protection of labour, the national water supply authorities and similar authorities.
2 Normative references
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
Addition:
IEC 60312-1, Vacuum cleaners for household use – Part 1: Dry vacuum – Methods for
measuring the performance
ISO 2602, Statistical interpretation of test results – Estimation of the mean – Confidence
interval
ISO 6344-2, Coated abrasives – Grain size analysis – Part 2: Determination of grain size
distribution of macrogrits P12 to P220
ISO 7731, Ergonomics – Danger signals for public and work areas – Auditory danger signals
ISO 11428, Ergonomics – Visual danger signals – General requirements, design and testing
3 Terms and definitions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
3.1.9 Replacement:
normal operation
conditions under which the machine is operated in normal use, obtained at the following
power input P of the vacuum motor:
m
P = 0,5 (P + P )
m f i
where
P is the input, in watts, when the machine has been operated for 3 min, fitted with the
f
nozzle and hose giving the highest input;
P is the input, in watts, when the machine has been operated for 20 s with the nozzle
i
sealed, immediately following the 3-minute-period with the nozzle open. Any valve or
similar device used to ensure a flow of air to cool the motor in the event of a blockage
of a main air inlet is rendered ineffective.
P and P are measured with the supply voltage adjusted to rated voltage, or to a voltage
f i
equal to the mean value of the rated voltage range if the difference between the limits of the
rated voltage range does not exceed 10 % of the mean value of the range. If the difference
between the limits of the rated voltage range exceeds 10 % of the mean value, the tests are
carried out with the supply voltage set to the upper limit of the range.

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The measurements are made with the machine fitted with a clean dust bag and filter and with
the water container, if any, empty. If the machine is intended for use only with a hose,
detachable nozzles are removed and the hose is laid out straight. If the machine is provided
with a hose as an optional accessory, it is operated without the hose.
Electrically driven devices, if any, are in operation but are not in contact with the floor or any
other surface or with the means used to seal the air inlet.
The normal load is equal to the mean load P for the electrically driven agitating device such
r
as a motor driven brush determined in accordance with the following:
– the agitating device operates on a carpet as specified in IEC 60312-1;
– the mean load P is determined when using the device in the following way:
r
After setting the device, the device is moved twice over a distance of 5 m in the direction
giving the highest load;
– the motor responsible for the airflow operates under the same conditions as for
determining P , i.e. no airflow restrictions, and measurements are taken after 3 min;
f
– the device is adjusted to the carpet pile height;
– it is necessary to move the agitating device slowly across the carpet to avoid carpet
damage.
Soiled water discharge pumps, if applicable, are operated as follows.
The pump delivers a continuous flow of water without any soiled water discharge hose
attached to the soiled water outlet of the machines unless the discharge hose is permanently
attached to the machine. The vacuum motor works during the test, unless an interlock device
is provided to prevent combined operation of both motors.
3.101
water-suction cleaning machine
machine for sucking up a water-based cleaning solution
3.102
back-pack vacuum cleaner
vacuum cleaner designed to have the power source and collector carried on the operator’s
back by means of a supporting device
3.103
motorized cleaning head
hand-held or hand-guided cleaning device connected to the machine, with an integrated
electrical motor
Note 1 to entry: The permanently attached main cleaning head is not regarded as a motorized cleaning head.
3.104
hazardous dust
non-radioactive dust which is hazardous to health if inhaled, ingested or in contact with the
skin
Note 1 to entry: EC Directive 79/831/EEC amending 67/548/EEC lists dusts for which the general indication of
nature of risk is specified as very toxic, harmful, corrosive or irritant; some dusts can be subject to an exposure
limit in the country of use; micro-organisms can be considered as dusts creating a hazard to the health of a person.
Note 2 to entry: Requirements for machines intended to pick up hazardous dust are specified in Annex AA.
3.105
combustible dust
dust with a particle size below 1 mm, able to undergo an exothermic reaction with air when
ignited

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explosive atmosphere (dust)
atmosphere where the dust will explode when simultaneously subjected to the following
conditions:
– the dust must be combustible;
– the dust must be in suspension in the atmosphere which must contain sufficient oxygen to
support combustion;
– the dust must have a particle size distribut
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CONTENTS


FOREWORD . 4

INTRODUCTION . 7


1 Scope . 8

2 Normative references . 9

3 Terms and definitions . 9

4 General requirement . 12

5 General conditions for the tests . 12

6 Classification . 12
7 Marking and instructions . 13
8 Protection against access to live parts . 16
9 Starting of motor-operated appliances . 16
10 Power input and current . 16
11 Heating . 16
12 Void . 17
13 Leakage current and electric strength at operating temperature . 17
14 Transient overvoltages . 17
15 Moisture resistance . 17
16 Leakage current and electric strength . 19
17 Overload protection of transformers and associated circuits . 19
18 Endurance . 19
19 Abnormal operation . 19
20 Stability and mechanical hazards . 21
21 Mechanical strength . 21
22 Construction . 23
23 Internal wiring . 25
24 Components . 25
25 Supply connection and external flexible cords . 26
26 Terminals for external conductors . 27
27 Provision for earthing . 27

28 Screws and connections . 27
29 Clearances, creepage distances and solid insulation . 27
30 Resistance to heat and fire . 28
31 Resistance to rusting . 28
32 Radiation, toxicity and similar hazards . 28
Annexes. 32
Annex A (normative) Routine tests . 33
Annex AA (normative) Particular requirements for vacuum cleaners and dust
extractors for the collection of hazardous dusts . 34
Annex B (informative) List of dusts which present an explosion risk when subject to
ignition conditions . 46
Annex C (informative) Particular requirements for vacuum cleaners and dust
extractors for the collection of dusts which present an explosion risk . 52

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Annex D (normative) Particular requirements for vacuum cleaners for use in ESD

protected areas . 59

Annex E (informative) Emission of acoustical noise . 62


Annex F (informative) Emission of vibration . 69

Bibliography . 70




Figure 101 – Impact test apparatus . 29

Figure 102 – Apparatus for testing the abrasion resistance of current-carrying hoses . 30

Figure 103 – Apparatus for testing the resistance to flexing of current-carrying hoses . 31

Figure 104 – Configuration of the hose for the freezing treatment . 31
Figure 105 – Flexing positions for the hose after removal from the freezing cabinet . 31
Figure AA.1 – Warning label for dust class H machines . 42
Figure AA.2 – Warning label for dust class L and dust M machines . 43
Figure AA.3 – Test method for essential filter material . 44
Figure AA.4 – In situ essential filter element test . 44
Figure AA.5 – Assembled machine test . 44
Figure AA.6 – Sequence and selection of tests according to Clause 22 . 45
Figure CC.1 – Marking – Type 22 vacuum cleaners . 57
Figure CC.2 – Marking – Type 22 dust extractors . 58
Figure EE.1 – Position of vacuum cleaners and its accessories . 66
Figure EE.2 – Position of upright machines . 67
Figure EE.3 – Position of back-pack vacuum cleaners . 68

Table 12 – Pull force and torque . 27
Table AA.1 – Penetration limits . 37
Table BB.1 – Explosion parameters . 46

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HOUSEHOLD AND SIMILAR ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES –

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Part 2-69: Particular requirements for wet and dry vacuum cleaners,

including power brush, for commercial use


FOREWORD
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International Standard IEC 60335-2-69 has been prepared by subcommittee 61J: Electrical
motor-operated cleaning appliances for commercial use, of IEC technical committee 61:
Safety of household and similar electrical appliances.
This fourth edition cancels and replaces the third edition published in 2002 and its
Amendments 1 (2004) and 2 (2007). It constitutes a technical revision.
The principal changes in this edition as compared with the third edition of IEC 60335-2-69 are
as follows (minor changes are not listed):
– the scope has been revised editorially to avoid misunderstandings;
– terms and definitions has been revised with regard to the requirements revised;
– the standard has been revised in general and updated regarding state-of-the-art, as far as
necessary, in particular some changes have been made to Clauses 15, 22 and 25;

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– Annex AA was revised and restructured;

– Annex CC was made informative;


– a new Annex EE 'Emission of acoustical noise' was added; and

– a new Annex FF 'Emission of vibration' was added.


The text of this standard is based on the following documents:


FDIS Report on voting

61J/481/FDIS 61J/494/RVD



Full information on the voting for the approval of this standard can be found in the report on voting
indicated in the above table.
This publication has been drafted in accordance with the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2.
This part 2 is to be used in conjunction with the latest edition of IEC 60335-1 and its amendments. It
was established on the basis of the fifth edition (2010) of that standard.
NOTE 1 When “Part 1” is mentioned in this standard, it refers to IEC 60335-1.
This part 2 supplements or modifies the corresponding clauses in IEC 60335-1, so as to convert that
publication into the IEC standard: Safety requirements for wet and dry vacuum cleaners, including
power brush, for commercial use.
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.
A list of all parts of the IEC 60335 series, under the general title: Household and similar
electrical appliances – Safety, can be found on the IEC website.

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INTRODUCTION


It has been assumed in the drafting of this International Standard that the execution of its

provisions is entrusted to appropriately qualified and experienced persons.


This standard recognizes the internationally accepted level of protection against hazards such

as electrical, mechanical, thermal, fire and radiation of appliances when operated as in

normal use taking into account the manufacturer's instructions. It also covers abnormal

situations that can be expected in practice and takes into account the way in which

electromagnetic phenomena can affect the safe operation of appliances.


This standard takes into account the requirements of IEC 60364 as far as possible so that
there is compatibility with the wiring rules when the appliance is connected to the supply
mains. However, national wiring rules may differ.
If an appliance within the scope of this standard also incorporates functions that are covered
by another part 2 of IEC 60335, the relevant part 2 is applied to each function separately, as
far as is reasonable. If applicable, the influence of one function on the other is taken into
account.
When a part 2 standard does not include additional requirements to cover hazards dealt with
in Part 1, Part 1 applies.
NOTE 1 This means that the technical committees responsible for the part 2 standards have determined that it is not
necessary to specify particular requirements for the appliance in question over and above the general requirements.
This standard is a product family standard dealing with the safety of appliances and takes
precedence over horizontal and generic standards covering the same subject.
NOTE 2 Horizontal and generic standards covering a hazard are not applicable since they have been taken into consideration
when developing the general and particular requirements for the IEC 60335 series of standards. For example, in the case of
temperature requirements for surfaces on many appliances, generic standards, such as ISO 13732-1 for hot surfaces, are not
applicable in addition to Part 1 or part 2 standards.
An appliance that complies with the text of this standard will not necessarily be considered to
comply with the safety principles of the standard if, when examined and tested, it is found to
have other features that impair the level of safety covered by these requirements.
An appliance employing materials or having forms of construction differing from those detailed
in the requirements of this standard may be examined and tested according to the intent of
the requirements and, if found to be substantially equivalent, may be considered to comply
with the standard.

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Part 2-69: Particular requirements for wet and dry vacuum cleaners,

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1 Scope

This clause of Part 1 is replaced by the following.
This International Standard deals with the safety of electrical motor-operated vacuum
cleaners, including back-pack vacuum cleaners, and dust extractors, for wet suction, dry
suction, or wet and dry suction, intended for commercial indoor or outdoor use with or without
attachments.
It also deals with the safety of centrally-sited vacuum cleaners, excluding the installation of
the system.
NOTE 101 Attention is drawn to the fact that additional requirements on the safe installation of centrally-sited
vacuum cleaners are not addressed by this standard but need to be taken into account.
NOTE 102 This standard applies to machines for commercial use. The following list, although not
comprehensive, gives an indication of locations that are included in the scope:
– public use areas such as hotels, schools, hospitals;
– industrial locations, for example factories and manufacturing shops;
– retail outlets, for example shops and supermarkets;
– business premises, for example offices and banks;
– all uses other than normal housekeeping purposes.
They are not equipped with a traction drive. The following power systems are covered:
– mains powered motors up to a rated voltage of 250 V for single-phase appliances and
480 V for other appliances,
– battery powered motors.
This standard also applies to machines handling hazardous dust, such as asbestos.
NOTE 103 Additional requirements for machines handling hazardous dust are given in Annex AA. Attention is

drawn to the fact that in many countries additional requirements on hazardous substances might apply.
NOTE 104 Radioactive substances are not covered by definition of hazardous dust for the purposes of this
standard.
This standard does not apply to
– vacuum cleaners and water-suction cleaning appliances for household use
(IEC 60335-2-2);
– floor treatment machines for commercial use (IEC 60335-2-67, IEC 60335-2-72);
– spray extraction machines for commercial use (IEC 60335-2-68);
– hand-held mains-operated electrical garden blowers, vacuums and blower vacuums
(IEC 60335-2-100);
– hand-held and transportable motor-operated electric tools (IEC 60745 series, IEC 61029
series);
– appliances for medical purposes (IEC 60601-1);

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– machines designed for use in corrosive environments;

– machines designed for picking up liquids with a flash point below 55 °C;


– machines designed for use in explosive environments (dust, vapour or gas), except those

designed for use in zone 22.

NOTE 104 Additional requirements for vacuum cleaners designed for collecting combustible dust in zone 22 are

given in Annex CC.

NOTE 105 Attention is drawn to the fact that in many countries additional requirements on the safe use of the
equipment covered can be specified by the national health authorities, the national authorities responsible for the

protection of labour, the national water supply authorities and similar authorities.


2 Normative references
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
Addition:
IEC 60312-1, Vacuum cleaners for household use – Part 1: Dry vacuum – Methods for
measuring the performance
ISO 2602, Statistical interpretation of test results – Estimation of the mean – Confidence
interval
ISO 6344-2, Coated abrasives – Grain size analysis – Part 2: Determination of grain size
distribution of macrogrits P12 to P220
ISO 7731, Ergonomics – Danger signals for public and work areas – Auditory danger signals
ISO 11428, Ergonomics – Visual danger signals – General requirements, design and testing
3 Terms and definitions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
3.1.9 Replacement:
normal operation
conditions under which the machine is operated in normal use, obtained at the following
power input P of the vacuum motor:
m
P = 0,5 (P + P )

m f i
where
P is the input, in watts, when the machine has been operated for 3 min, fitted with the
f
nozzle and hose giving the highest input;
P is the input, in watts, when the machine has been operated for 20 s with the nozzle
i
sealed, immediately following the 3-minute-period with the nozzle open. Any valve or
similar device used to ensure a flow of air to cool the motor in the event of a blockage
of a main air inlet is rendered ineffective.
P and P are measured with the supply voltage adjusted to rated voltage, or to a voltage
f i
equal to the mean value of the rated voltage range if the difference between the limits of the
rated voltage range does not exceed 10 % of the mean value of the range. If the difference
between the limits of the rated voltage range exceeds 10 % of the mean
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