IEC 60335-2-80:2024

Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-80: Particular requirements for fans

IEC 60335-2-80:2024 deals with the safety of electric fans 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 the types of fans that this standard is applicable to are
- ceiling fans;
- duct fans;
- infant fans;
- partition fans;
- pedestal fans;
- table fans.
This standard also applies to separate controls supplied with fans.
Infant fans are also tested to the applicable requirements of the ISO 8124 series, since it covers hazards other than those arising from the use of electricity such as toxicological hazards.
Appliances not intended for normal household use but which nevertheless can be a source of danger to the public, such as appliances intended for use 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
- appliances intended exclusively for industrial purposes;
- appliances intended to be used in locations where special conditions prevail, such as the presence of a corrosive or explosive atmosphere (dust, vapour or gas);
- fans incorporated in other appliances.
This fourth edition cancels and replaces the third edition published in 2015. 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) conversion of some notes to normative text (Clause 1);
c) introduction of requirements for infant fans (7.12, 7.12.1, 8.1.1, 11.8, 20.2, 21.103, 22.44, 22.54, 22.102, B.22.3, B.22.4);
d) introduction of the use of test probe 19 (8.1.1, 20.2, B.22.3, B.22.4);
e) introduction of surface temperature limits (Clause 11);
f) clarification of testing of fans for use in a tropical climate (5.7, Annex P 11.8);
g) clarification of requirements for remote operation of fans (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 2-80: Exigences particulières pour les ventilateurs

L'IEC 60335-2-80:2024 traite de la sécurité des ventilateurs électriques pour usages domestiques et analogues 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 présente norme s'applique aux exemples de types de ventilateurs suivants:
- les ventilateurs de plafond;
- les ventilateurs de conduit;
- les ventilateurs pour nourrissons;
- les ventilateurs de cloison;
- les ventilateurs à colonne;
- les ventilateurs de table.
La présente norme s'applique également aux dispositifs de commande fournis avec les ventilateurs.
Les ventilateurs pour nourrissons sont également soumis à l'essai par rapport aux exigences de la série de normes ISO 8124, dans la mesure où celle-ci couvre les dangers autres que ceux dus à l'utilisation de l'électricité, tels que les dangers toxicologiques.
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 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, cette norme ne tient pas compte en général:
- 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 appareils prévus exclusivement pour des usages industriels;
- aux appareils destinés à être utilisés dans des locaux qui présentent des conditions particulières, telles que la présence d'une atmosphère corrosive ou explosive (poussière, vapeur ou gaz);
- aux ventilateurs incorporés dans d'autres appareils.
Cette quatrième édition annule et remplace la troisième édition parue en 2015. 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 converties en texte normatif (Article 1);
c) des exigences ont été ajoutées pour les ventilateurs pour nourrissons (7.12, 7.12.1, 8.1.1, 11.8, 20.2, 20.101, 21.103, 22.44, 22.54, 22.102, B.22.3, B.22.4);
d) l'application du calibre d'essai 19 a été ajoutée (8.1.1, 20.2, B.22.3, B.22.4);
e) des limites de température de surface ont été ajoutées (Article 11);
f) les essais des ventilateurs destinés à être utilisés dans un climat tropical ont été clarifiés (5.7, Annexe P);
g) les exigences pour la commande à distance des ventilateurs ont été clarifiées (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 cette édition l'exclut. Dans ce cas, la dernière édition qui n'exclut pas la présente partie 2 est utilisée. Elle a été établie sur la base de la sixième édition (2020) de cette norme.

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 29-Oct-2024
• ICS: 13.120 - Domestic safety
• ICS: 23.120 - Ventilators. Fans. Air-conditioners
• 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-Oct-2024
• Completion Date: 01-Nov-2024

Relations

• Revises: IEC 60335-2-80:2015 - Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-80: Particular requirements for fans
• Effective Date: 05-Sep-2023

Overview

IEC 60335-2-80:2024 is the fourth edition of the IEC safety standard that specifies particular requirements for electric fans used in households and similar environments. It applies to fans with rated voltages up to 250 V for single‑phase appliances and up to 480 V for other appliances, including DC‑supplied and battery‑operated fans. Covered product examples include ceiling fans, duct fans, infant fans, partition fans, pedestal fans, and table fans, and the standard also applies to separate controls supplied with these fans.

This edition is a technical revision aligned with IEC 60335-1:2020 and replaces the 2015 edition. It addresses common household hazards (electrical, mechanical, thermal, fire, radiation) under normal and expected abnormal use, while noting exclusions (industrial‑only appliances, corrosive/explosive atmospheres, and fans integrated into other appliances).

Key topics and technical requirements

• Alignment with IEC 60335-1 (Part 1): This Part 2 supplements and modifies general safety requirements in IEC 60335-1 for fan‑specific hazards and tests.
• Scope and voltage limits: Specifies applicability for single‑phase ≤250 V and other supplies ≤480 V, including battery and DC fans.
• Infant fans: New, specific requirements for infant fans have been introduced; these products are also subject to relevant ISO 8124 requirements for non‑electrical hazards (e.g., toxicology).
• Surface temperature limits: Clause 11 adds limits and testing to prevent burn risks from accessible surfaces.
• Test methods: Introduction of test probe 19 for access and entrapment testing; updated mechanical strength, stability and probe tests are included.
• Remote operation & controls: Clarified requirements for remote control operation and separate controls (Clauses 22.40, 22.49, 22.51).
• Battery and portable fans: Normative provisions for battery‑operated appliances and separable/detachable batteries (Annex B).
• Climate & environment: Guidance for testing fans intended for tropical climates (Annex P) and other environmental considerations.
• Safety labelling & instructions: Requirements for marking, user instructions and warnings to reflect safe use scenarios.

Practical applications - who uses this standard

• Manufacturers and product designers of household and portable fans (ceiling, table, pedestal, duct, infant and partition fans).
• Test laboratories and certification bodies performing conformity assessments and safety testing against IEC 60335 series.
• Compliance and regulatory teams ensuring market access and alignment with national safety requirements.
• Safety engineers and procurement specialists specifying requirements for fans in commercial, light‑industrial and agricultural settings where consumer safety is a concern.

Related standards

• IEC 60335-1 (Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 1: General requirements) - used in conjunction with this Part 2.
• ISO 8124 series - applicable for infant fan hazards beyond electrical safety (mechanical/toxicological).
• National wiring and health/safety regulations - may impose additional requirements for specific markets or applications.

Keywords: IEC 60335-2-80, fan safety standard, household fans, infant fans, surface temperature limits, test probe 19, battery-operated fans, IEC 60335-1, fan testing, remote operation.

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

Figure 101 – Probe for measuring surface temperatures . 22
Figure 101 102 – Subclause 22.102.1103.2 – Example . 22
Figure 102 103 – Test pin . 23
Figure 103 104 – Subclause 22.102.2103.3 – Example . 23
Figure 104 105 – Subclause 22.102.3103.4 – Example . 24
Figure 105 106 – Subclause 22.102.4103.5 – Example . 25
Figure 106 107 – Subclause 22.102.5103.6 – Example 1 . 26

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

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IEC 60335-2-80 has been prepared by IEC technical committee 61: Safety of household and
similar electrical appliances. It is an International Standard.
This fourth edition cancels and replaces the third edition published in 2015. 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) conversion of some notes to normative text (Clause 1);
c) introduction of requirements for infant fans (7.12, 7.12.1, 8.1.1, 11.8, 20.2, 20.101, 21.103,
22.44, 22.54, 22.102, B.22.3, B.22.4);
d) introduction of the use of test probe 19 (8.1.1, 20.2, B.22.3, B.22.4);
e) introduction of surface temperature limits (Clause 11);
f) clarification of testing of fans for use in a tropical climate (5.7, Annex P 11.8);
g) clarification of requirements for remote operation of fans (22.40, 22.49, 22.51).
The text of this International Standard is based on the following documents:
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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 fans.
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.

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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 may can differ.
Other safety aspects as described in the ISO 8124 series of standards are applicable to infant
fans. 1
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 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. 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. 2
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.

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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. 3

HOUSEHOLD AND SIMILAR ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES –
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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 fans 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. 4
NOTE 101 Examples of the types of fans that are within the scope of this standard is applicable
to are
– ceiling fans;
– duct fans;
– infant fans;
– partition fans;
– pedestal fans;
– table fans.
This standard also applies to separate controls supplied with fans.
Infant fans are also tested to the applicable requirements of the ISO 8124 series, since it covers
hazards other than those arising from the use of electricity such as toxicological hazards. 5
Appliances not intended for normal household use but which nevertheless may can be a source
of danger to the public, such as appliances intended for use 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
requirements may 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.

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NOTE 103 This standard does not apply to
– appliances intended exclusively for industrial purposes;
– appliances intended to be used in locations where special conditions prevail, such as the
presence of a corrosive or explosive atmosphere (dust, vapour or gas);
– fans incorporated in other appliances.
2 Normative references
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
Addition:
IEC 60245-3, Rubber insulated cables – Rated voltages up to and including 450/750 V – Part 3:
Heat resistant silicone insulated cables
IEC 60584-1, Thermocouples – Part 1: EMF specifications and tolerances
ISO 8124-1 (all parts), Safety of toys – Part 1: Safety aspects related to mechanical and physical
properties
3 Terms and definitions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
3.1.9 Replacement:
normal operation
operation of the appliance under the following conditions
Table and pedestal fans are operated with any oscillating mechanism in operation.
Ceiling fans are fixed to a ceiling.
Partition fans are installed in the centre of a suitable partition having dimensions at least four
times the diameter of the air inlet.
Duct fans are installed in a duct in accordance with the installation instructions, the length of
the duct being approximately four times the diameter of the fan. 6
3.5 Definitions relating to types of appliances
3.1013.5.101
duct fan
fan for installation within an enclosed airway so that the airflow is ducted on both the inlet and
outlet sides
3.5.102
infant fan
fan intended for mounting on high-chairs, baby carriages, strollers, perambulators, buggies,
bassinettes, cribs, playpens and similar locations 7
3.7 Definitions relating to safety components
3.1023.5.102
suspension system
system which is used to secure the ceiling fan unit to the ceiling

3.1033.7.102
safety suspension system device
device used to secure the motor with blades of the ceiling fan to the mounting rod of the fan
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.
5.5 Addition:
Fans are operated with any oscillating mechanism in operation. 8
5.7 Addition:
For fans intended to be used in tropical climates, the tests of Clause 10, Clause 11 and Clause
+3
°C.
13 are carried out at an ambient temperature of 40 °C ± 2
For fans marked with an ambient operating temperature, the tests of Clause 10, Clause 11 and
+3
Clause 13 are carried out at the marked value ± 2  °C.
5.10 Addition:
Partition fans are installed in the centre of a suitable partition having dimensions at least four
times the diameter of the air inlet.
Duct fans are installed in a duct in accordance with the installation instructions, the length of
the duct being approximately four times the diameter of the fan. 9
6 Classification
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
6.2 Addition:
Duct fans shall be at least IPX2.
6.101 Fans shall be of one of the following classes with respect to climatic conditions:
– fans for temperate climates;
– fans for tropical climates.
Compliance is checked by inspection.
7 Marking and instructions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.

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7.1 Addition:
Fans for tropical climates shall be marked with the letter T.
Fans intended for operation in locations where the local ambient temperature exceeds 40 °C
shall be marked with the ambient operating temperature.
7.12 Addition:
If the instructions state that the guard has to be removed for cleaning purposes, the instructions
shall state the substance of the following:
Ensure that the fan is switched off from the supply mains before removing the guard.
The instructions for ceiling fans shall include the substance of the following warning:
WARNING: If unusual oscillating movement is observed, immediately stop using the ceiling
fan and contact the manufacturer, its service agent or suitably qualified persons.
The instructions for ceiling fans shall include the substance of the following:
– the maintenance cycle and method of maintenance;
– the weight of the appliance in kilograms;
– that the replacement of parts of the safety suspension system device shall be performed
by the manufacturer, its service agent or suitably qualified persons.
The instructions for fans incorporating motors containing brushes shall include the substance
of the following:
If it is necessary to replace the live or neutral brushes to ensure operation of the motor then,
both brushes and the earth brush shall be replaced at the same time. The brushes shall only
be replaced by a suitably qualified person.
The instructions for an infant fan shaped or decorated like a toy shall include the substance of
the following:
This is not a toy. This is an electrical appliance and must be operated and maintained by an
adult. 10
7.12.1 Addition:
Instructions for fixed appliances intended for installation above 850 mm in normal use shall
include the substance of the following:
Do not mount this product lower than 850 mm from the floor. 11
The instructions for ceiling fans shall include the substance of the following information:
– that the fixing means for attachment to the ceiling, such as hooks or other devices, shall be
fixed with a sufficient strength to withstand 4 times the weight of the ceiling fan;
– that the mounting of the suspension system shall be performed by the manufacturer, its
service agent or suitably qualified persons;
– that the fan is to be installed so that the blades are more than 2,3 m above the floor;
– the model or type reference of a luminaire that may be installed in a fan constructed for this
purpose.
The instructions for other fans shall include the substance of the following information:
– whether the fan is intended for mounting in outside windows or walls (for partition fans);

– that the fan is to be installed so that the blades are more than 2,3 m above the floor (for
fans intended to be mounted at high level);
– that precautions must be taken to avoid the back-flow of gases into the room from the open
flue of gas or other fuel-burning appliances (for duct fans and partition fans).
8 Protection against access to live parts
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
8.1.1 Modification::
Lamps are not removed. However, during insertion or removal of lamps, protection against
contact with live parts of the lamp cap shall be ensured.
Addition:
Test probe 18 of IEC 61032 is not applied to ceiling fans, duct fans, or fans that according to
the instructions are required to be mounted at a height exceeding 1,8 m above the floor. 12
In addition to the use of test probe 18, test probe 19 of IEC 61032 is applied wherever test
probe 18 is used and with the same test conditions used for test probe 18. For other than infant
fans, test probe 19 of IEC 61032 is not applied to parts of fans that are located at a height
greater than 850 mm in normal use, and to fans which according to the instructions are required
to be mounted at a height exceeding 850 mm. 13
Commercial fans intended to be used in household environments, such as those used for drying
carpets after professional cleaning or flooding/water damage are considered to be fans that are
installed in an area open to the public. 14
8.2 Addition:
After the removal of detachable parts for the purposes of user maintenance, the basic
insulation of internal wiring may be touched provided that it is electrically equivalent to the
insulation of cords complying with IEC 60227 or IEC 60245.
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 except as follows.
10.1 Addition:
Appliances are tested with shutters or similar devices in the open position.
10.2 Addition:
Appliances are tested with shutters or similar devices in the open position.

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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
measurement 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. 15
11.7 Replacement Modification: 16
Replace the first paragraph with the following:
Appliances are operated 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. 17
Table 101 does not apply to ceiling fans, duct fans and fans which according to the instructions
are required to be mounted at a height exceeding 2,3 m above the floor. 18
Addition:
The temperature rise limits for appliances for tropical climates are reduced by 15 K.
The temperature rise limits for fans marked with an ambient operating temperature are reduced
by the difference between the marked value and 25 °C.
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. 19

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 appliances not Surfaces of hand-held
more than 850 mm above
appliances and surfaces of
the floor and all surfaces of other appliances between
infant fans 850 mm and 2,3 m above the
floor when installed or in
normal use
Bare metal 38 42
b
42 49
Coated metal
Glass and ceramic 51 56
c, d
58 62
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 rise on surfaces that are inaccessible to a 75 mm diameter probe having a hemispherical end are
not measured.
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. 20
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:
The outer part of fans intended to be installed in the external structure of a building is subjected
to the test of IEC 60529:1989, 14.2.4 a), the part of the fan not mounted on the outside surface
being protected against spray from the oscillating tube. The test is carried out with the appliance
in the rest position and then in operation while supplied at rated voltage, shutters or similar
devices being in the open position.

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Fans marked with the second numeral of the IP system 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.
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:
Fans incorporating shutters or similar devices operated by a control are also subjected to the
test of 19.101.
19.7 Addition:
Separate controls are mounted on a dull, black-painted plywood board. Approximately 50 % of
the area of each ventilating opening is blocked. The temperature of windings shall not exceed
the values specified in Table 8 and the temperature rise of the board shall not exceed
• 50 K, for appliances with T marking;
• 65 K, for other appliances.
19.9 Not applicable.
19.101 Fans incorporating shutters or similar devices that are operated automatically are
supplied at rated voltage and operated with the shutters or similar devices held in the closed
or open position, whichever is more unfavourable.
20 Stability and mechanical hazards
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
20.1 Addition:
Portable pedestal fans having a height exceeding 1,7 m and a mass exceeding 10 kg are
placed on a horizontal surface. A force of 40 N is applied to the appliance at a height of 1,5 m
in the most unfavourable horizontal direction.
The appliance shall not overturn.
NOTE 101 Suitable means can be used to prevent the appliance from sliding.

20.2 Addition:
032 is not applied to ceiling fans, duct fans or fans that according to
Test probe 18 of IEC 61
the instructions are required to be mounted at a height exceeding 1,8 m above the floor. 21
For infant fans, in addition to test probe 18, test probe 19 of IEC 61032 is applied as specified
for test probe 18. 22
The test probe that is similar to test probe B of IEC 61032 but having a circular stop face with
a diameter of 50 mm, instead of the non-circular face is not applied to ceiling fans, duct fans
or fans that according to the instructions are required to be mounted at a height exceeding
2,3 m above the floor. 23
Commercial fans intended to be used in household environments, such as those used for drying
carpets after professional cleaning or flooding/water damage are considered to be fans that are
installed in an area open to the public. 24
20.101 Fan blades of infant fans shall be guarded 25. Fan blades, other than those of fans
for mounting at high level, shall be guarded unless their leading edges and tips are rounded
with a radius of not less than 0,5 mm and
– they have a hardness less than D 60 Shore, or
– they have a peripheral speed less than 15 m/s when the fan is supplied at rated voltage,
or
– the fan has a power output not exceeding 2 W when supplied at rated voltage.
Compliance is checked by inspection and by measurement.
20.102 There shall be no risk of entrapment or injury caused by movement of the oscillating
head of pedestal fans or table fans.
Compliance is checked by the following test.
Unless the entrapment point is guarded so that it cannot be touched by test probe 18 of
IEC 61032, the appliance is operated at rated voltage and test probe 18 is placed at the
entrapment point across the width and height of its opening.
If test probe 18 is touched by the moving part, it shall not be subjected to a force exceeding
15 N.
21 Mechanical strength
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
21.1 Addition:
Appliances are also subjected to the test of 21.101.
21.101 Fan guards are subjected to a push force and a pull force of 20 N applied along the
axis of the fan motor. After the test, it shall not be possible to touch dangerous moving parts
with a test probe that is similar to test probe B of IEC 61032 but having a circular stop face with
a diameter of 50 mm instead of the non-circular face. The test probe is applied with a force not
exceeding 5 N.
21.102 Ceiling fans shall have adequate strength.

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Compliance is checked by the following test.
Ceiling fans are mounted in accordance with the installation instructions. A load equal to four
times the mass of the fan is suspended from the body of the fan for 1 min.
A torque of 1 Nm is then applied to the fixed body of the fan for 1 min. The test is repeated with
the torque applied in the reverse direction.
The suspension system including any safety suspension system device shall not break and
the fan shall not be damaged to such an extent that compliance with 8.1, 16.3 and Clause 29
is impaired.
NOTE The intent is to test the parts of the ceiling fan and not the capability of the ceiling materials.
21.103 The functional part of an infant fan shall be constructed to withstand dropping that
can be expected in normal use. Any parts that are loosened or become dislodged as a result of
dropping shall not present a choking hazard.
Compliance is checked by the following test.
The functional part of the appliance is dropped from a height of 500 mm above a concrete or
similar hard surface.
The test is carried out a total of five times with the functional part of the appliance being
positioned so that it falls onto the surface in five different orientations.
The appliance shall not be damaged to such an extent that compliance with 20.2 is impaired.
Any parts that become dislodged or loosened to the point that they are no longer
non-detachable parts, shall not be contained within the small parts cylinder in Figure 13. 26
22 Construction
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
22.1 Addition:
NOTE 101 The enclosure defined in IEC 60529 does not include guards for fan blades.
22.11 Modification Addition:
The 50 N force is not applied to clips used to fasten fan guards. Instead, a force of 15 N is
applied in any direction to the clips in an attempt to release them.
22.40 Addition:
These appliances are not considered to be appliances that could give rise to a hazard when
operated continuously, automatically or remotely. 27
22.44 Addition:
This subclause is not applicable to infant fans. 28
22.49 Not applicable. 29
22.51 Not applicable. 30
22.54 Addition:
ton cells and batteries designated R1 shall not be accessible without the
For infant fans, but
aid of a tool. 31
22.101 Appliances having provision for attaching a luminaire shall incorporate appropriate
terminals and internal wiring. The internal wiring associated with the luminaire shall have
insulation at least equivalent to silicone rubber compound type IE2 complying with IEC 60245-3.
This requirement is not applicable to fans incorporating a luminaire that cannot be replaced
without breaking the appliance.
Compliance is checked by inspection.
22.102 The functional part of infant fans shall be class III construction with a working
voltage of no more than 24 V.
Compliance is checked by inspection and by measurement. 32
22.103 Ceiling fan suspension system
o that a failure of the fixing device of the
22.102103.1 The ceiling fan shall be constructed s
motor to the mounting rod could not give rise to risk of injury to the user or surroundings.
Compliance is checked by the requirement and inspection or test of 22.102.1, 22.102.2,
22.102.3, 22.102.4 or 22.102.5 22.103.2, 22.103.3, 22.103.4, 22.103.5 or 22.103.6, as
appropriate for the design. Afte
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