IEC 62115:2017
(Main)Electric toys - Safety
Electric toys - Safety
IEC 62115:2017 specifies safety requirements for electric toys that have at least one function dependant on electricity, electric toys being any product designed or intended, whether or not exclusively, for use in play by children under 14 years of age.
Examples of electric toys also within the scope of this standard are:
- constructional sets;
- experimental sets;
- functional electric toys (an electric toy that performs and is used in the same way as a product, appliance or installation intended for use by adults, and which may be a scale model of such product, appliance or installation);
- electric toy computers as well as a doll's house having an interior lamp.
If the packaging is intended to have play value then it is considered to be part of the electric toy.
This International Standard only covers the safety aspects of electric toys that relate to an electrical function.
This standard covers the safety of electric toys taking power from any source, such as batteries, transformers, solar cells and inductive connections.
This second edition cancels and replaces the first edition published in 2003, Amendment 1 (2004) and Amendment 2 (2010). This edition constitutes a technical revision.
This edition includes the following significant technical changes with respect to the previous edition:
- the general conditions for tests has been rewritten and modified (Clause 5);
- the criteria for reduced testing has been modified (Clause 6);
- warnings for toys using button batteries or coin batteries have been added (7.3.3.2, 7.3.3.3);
- warnings on ride-on toys have been added (7.5);
- the requirements concerning accessibility of batteries have been updated (13.4.1 and 13.4.2);
- added requirements to cover toys placed above a child (13.4.4);
- added requirements to cover toys connected to other equipment (13.9);
- modified the requirements for safety of toys incorporating optical radiation sources (Annex E), to include requirements for using the technical LED data sheet for checking compliance with the specified accessible emission limits (AEL);
- updated the details for measurements of the optical radiation from the toy (Annex E);
- introduced an informative Annex I concerning measurement methods for toys with an integrated field source generating EMF;
- included a normative Annex J concerning safety of remote-controls for electric ride-on toys.
The attention of National Committees is drawn to the fact that equipment manufacturers and testing organizations may need a transitional period following publication of a new, amended or revised IEC publication in which to make products in accordance with the new requirements and to equip themselves for conducting new or revised tests.
It is the recommendation of the committee that the content of this publication be adopted for implementation nationally not earlier than 12 months or later than 36 months from the date of its publication.
Key words: Safety, Electric Toys
The contents of the corrigendum of August 2019 apply to the French text only.
Jouets électriques - Sécurité
IEC 62115:2017 définit les exigences de sécurité applicables aux jouets électriques qui ont au moins une fonction dépendant de l'électricité, un jouet électrique désignant tout produit conçu ou destiné, exclusivement ou non, à être utilisé à des fins de jeu par des enfants de moins de 14 ans.
Exemples de jouets électriques également compris dans le domaine d'application de la présente norme:
- les coffrets de construction,
- les coffrets d'expériences,
- les jouets électriques fonctionnels (un jouet électrique qui a une fonction et une utilisation similaires à un produit, un appareil ou une installation destiné à être utilisé par les adultes, et qui peut être un modèle réduit d'un tel produit, appareil ou installation),
- les ordinateurs jouets électriques et
- une maison de poupée ayant une lampe à l'intérieur.
Si l'emballage est destiné à être utilisé comme jouet électrique, il est alors considéré comme faisant partie du jouet électrique.
La présente Norme internationale traite uniquement des aspects de la sécurité des jouets électriques qui ont une fonction dépendant de l’électricité.
La présente norme traite des aspects de la sécurité des jouets électriques alimentés par n'importe quelle source, telle que des piles ou accumulateurs, des transformateurs, des piles photovoltaïques et des connexions inductives.
Cette deuxième édition annule et remplace la première édition parue en 2003, l'Amendement 1 (2004) et l'Amendement 2 (2010). Cette édition constitue une révision technique.
Cette édition inclut les modifications techniques majeures suivantes par rapport à l'édition précédente:
- les conditions générales pour les essais ont été reformulées et modifiées (Article 5);
- les critères visant à limiter le nombre d'essais ont été modifiés (Article 6);
- des mises en garde concernant les jouets utilisant des piles boutons ou des accumulateurs boutons ont été ajoutées (7.3.3.2, 7.3.3.3);
- des mises en garde concernant les jouets porteurs ont été ajoutées (7.5);
- les exigences concernant l'accessibilité des piles ou accumulateurs ont été mises à jour (13.4.1 et 13.4.2);
- exigences ajoutées pour tenir compte des jouets placés au-dessus d'un enfant (13.4.4);
- exigences ajoutées pour tenir compte des jouets raccordés à un autre équipement (13.9);
- modification des exigences relatives à la sécurité des jouets comportant des sources de rayonnement optique (Annexe E) pour inclure des exigences relatives à l'utilisation des fiches techniques des LED en vue de vérifier la conformité aux limites d'émission accessible (LEA) spécifiées;
- mise à jour des informations concernant les mesurages du rayonnement optique émis par le jouet (Annexe E);
- introduction d'une Annexe I informative concernant les méthodes de mesure applicables aux jouets avec une source de champ intégrée générant des champs électromagnétiques;
- insertion d'une Annexe J normative concernant la sécurité des télécommandes pour les jouets porteurs électriques.
L’attention des Comités Nationaux est attirée sur le fait que les fabricants d’appareils et les organismes d’essai peuvent avoir besoin d’une période transitoire après la publication d’une nouvelle publication IEC, ou d’une publication amendée ou révisée, pour fabriquer des produits conformes aux nouvelles exigences et pour adapter leurs équipements aux nouveaux essais ou aux essais révisés.
Le comité recommande que le contenu de cette publication soit entériné au niveau national au plus tôt 12 mois et au plus tard 36 mois après la date de publication.
Mots clés: sécurité, jouet électrique
Le contenu du corrigendum d'août 2019 a été pris en considération dans cet exemplaire.
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IEC 62115 ®
Edition 2.1 2025-10
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
CONSOLIDATED VERSION
Electric toys - Safety
ICS 13.120; 97.200.50 ISBN 978-2-8327-0802-6
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CONTENTS
FOREWORD . 3
INTRODUCTION . 6
1 Scope . 8
2 Normative references . 10
3 Terms and definitions . 12
4 General requirement . 16
5 General conditions for tests . 16
6 Criteria for reduced testing . 20
7 Marking and instructions . 21
8 Power input . 29
9 Heating and abnormal operation . 29
10 Electric strength . 35
11 Electric toys used in water, electric toys used with liquid and electric toys cleaned
with liquid . 37
12 Mechanical strength . 37
13 Construction . 38
14 Protection of cords and wires . 44
15 Components . 45
16 Screws and connections . 46
17 Clearances and creepage distances . 48
18 Resistance to heat and fire . 48
19 Radiation and similar hazards . 50
Annex A (normative) Experimental sets . 51
Annex B (normative) Needle-flame test . 54
Annex C (normative) Automatic controls and switches . 55
Annex D (normative) Electric toys with protective electronic circuits. 57
Annex E (normative) Safety of electric toys incorporating optical radiation sources . 59
Annex F (informative) Flowcharts showing the assessment of optical radiation safety
of LEDs in electric toys . 75
Annex G (informative) Examples of calculations on LEDs . 78
Annex H (informative) Explanation of the principles used for the requirements of
Annex E . 83
Annex I (informative) Electric toys generating electromagnetic fields (EMF) . 91
Annex J (normative) Safety of remote controls for electric ride-on toys . 92
Annex K (informative) Flow charts showing the application of Clause 9 . 97
Bibliography . 100
Index of defined terms and definitions . 101
Figure 1 – Examples of battery compartment markings . 22
Figure 2 – Example of an electronic circuit with low-power points . 33
Figure F.1 – Flow chart addressing UVB and UVC emissions. 75
Figure F.2 – Flow chart addressing UVA emissions . 75
Figure F.3 – Flow chart addressing visible emissions . 76
Figure F.4 – Flow chart addressing IR emissions < 1 000 nm . 76
Figure F.5 – Flow chart addressing IR emissions ≥ 1 000 nm . 77
Figure G.1 – Visible light AEL in cd . 82
Figure H.1 – Blue light AEL in cd . 87
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Figure H.2 – Blue light AEL in Wsr . 87
Figure H.3 – Visible light AEL in cd . 88
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Figure H.4 – Visible light AEL in Wsr . 89
Table 1 – Temperature rise limits for accessible parts. 35
Table 2 – Quantity of water per battery . 41
Table 3 – Torque for testing screws and nuts . 47
Table E.1 – Relaxation factor A for UVA AEL . 66
Table E.2 – AEL of visible light in candela . 67
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Table E.3 – AEL of visible light in Wsr . 69
Table H.1 – ICNIRP ELVs . 89
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Electric toys -
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FOREWORD
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IEC 62115 edition 2.1 contains the second edition (2017-04) [documents 61/5319/FDIS and
61/5371/RVD], its corrigendum 1 (2019-08) (applies to the French version only) and its
amendment 1 (2025-10) [documents 61/7472/FDIS and 61/7503/RVD].
In this Redline version, a vertical line in the margin shows where the technical content is
modified by amendment 1. Additions are in green text, deletions are in strikethrough red text.
A separate Final version with all changes accepted is available in this publication.
International Standard IEC 62115 has been prepared by subcommittee IEC technical
committee 61: Safety of household and similar electrical appliances.
This second edition cancels and replaces the first edition published in 2003, Amendment 1
(2004) and Amendment 2 (2010). This edition constitutes a technical revision.
This edition includes the following significant technical changes with respect to the previous
edition:
– the general conditions for tests has been rewritten and modified (Clause 5);
– the criteria for reduced testing has been modified (Clause 6);
– warnings for toys using button batteries or coin batteries have been added (7.3.3.2,
7.3.3.3);
– warnings on ride-on toys have been added (7.5);
– the requirements concerning accessibility of batteries have been updated (13.4.1 and
13.4.2);
– added requirements to cover toys placed above a child (13.4.4);
– added requirements to cover toys connected to other equipment (13.9);
– modified the requirements for safety of toys incorporating optical radiation sources
(Annex E), to include requirements for using the technical LED data sheet for checking
compliance with the specified accessible emission limits (AEL);
– updated the details for measurements of the optical radiation from the toy (Annex E);
– introduced an informative Annex I concerning measurement methods for toys with an
integrated field source generating EMF;
– included a normative Annex J concerning safety of remote controls for electric ride-on
toys.
The text of this standard is based on the following documents:
FDIS Report on voting
61/5319/FDIS 61/5371/RVD
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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.
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 people.
As a general rule, electric toys are designed and manufactured for particular categories of
children. Their characteristics are related to the age and stage of development of the children
and their intended use presupposes certain capabilities.
Accidents are frequently due to an electric toy either being given to a child for whom it is not
intended or being used for a purpose other than for which it was designed. This standard
does not eliminate parental responsibility for the appropriate selection of electric toys. It is
assumed that when choosing an electric toy or a game, account is taken of the physical and
mental development of the child who will be playing with it.
The aim of this standard is to reduce risks when playing with electric toys, especially those
risks that are not evident to users. However, it has to be recognized that some electric toys
have risks inherent in their use that cannot be avoided. Consideration has been given to
reasonably foreseeable use, bearing in mind that children are not generally as careful as
adults.
While this standard applies to new electric toys, it nevertheless takes into account the wear
and tear of electric toys in use.
The fact that an electric toy complies with this standard does not absolve parents and other
persons in charge of a child from the responsibility of supervising the child. Supervision is
also necessary when children of various ages have access to the same electric toy.
This standard covers the whole range of electric toys from small button battery or coin battery
operated lights to large ride-on electric toys powered by rechargeable batteries. This results
in different requirements and tests according to the type of electric toy. For some electric
toys, testing can be reduced if particular criteria are met (see Clause 6).
Other safety aspects of electric toys are described in the ISO 8124 series of standards.
An electric toy that complies with the text of this standard will not necessarily be judged 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.
A electric toy 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 judged to comply with
the standard.
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1 Scope
This International Standard specifies safety requirements for electric toys that have at least
one function dependant on electricity, electric toys being any product designed or intended,
whether or not exclusively, for use in play by children under 14 years of age.
NOTE 1 Examples of electric toys also within the scope of this standard are
– constructional sets;
– experimental sets;
– functional electric toys (an electric toy that performs and is used in the same way as a product,
appliance or installation intended for use by adults, and which may be a scale model of such product,
appliance or installation);
– electric toy computers;
– a doll's house having an interior lamp.
Additional requirements for experimental sets are given in Annex A.
Additional requirements for electric toys incorporating optical radiation sources are given in
Annex E.
Measurement methods for electric toys generating electromagnetic fields (EMF) are given in
Annex I.
Additional requirements for the safety of remote controls for electric ride-on toys are given
in Annex J.
If the packaging is intended to have play value then it is considered to be part of the electric
toy.
This International Standard only covers the safety aspects of electric toys that relate to an
electrical function.
NOTE 2 The ISO 8124 series of standards address other aspects of the safety of electric toys. Other horizontal
product standards may also apply to electric toys.
This standard covers the safety of electric toys taking power from any source, such as
batteries, transformers, solar cells and inductive connections.
NOTE 3 Transformers for toys (IEC 61558-2-7 for linear types or IEC 61558-2-7 and IEC 61558-2-16 for switch
mode types), battery chargers (IEC 60335-2-29) and battery chargers for use by children (IEC 60335-2-29 Annex
AA:) are not considered to be part of an electric toy even if supplied with an electric toy.
NOTE 4 This standard is not intended to assess the safety of batteries however it does address the safety of the
electric toy with the batteries inserted.
This International Standard does not apply to the following products:
– automatic playing machines, whether coin operated or not, intended for public use
(IEC 60335-2-82);
– toy vehicles equipped with combustion engines;
– toy steam engines;
– slings and catapults;
– electric decorative robots;
– decorative objects for festivities and celebrations;
– sports equipment, including roller skates, inline skates, and skateboards intended for
children with a body mass of more than 20 kg;
– bicycles with a maximum saddle height of more than 435 mm, measured as the vertical
distance from the ground to the top of the seat surface, with the seat in a horizontal
position and with the seat pillar set to the minimum insertion mark;
– scooters and other means of transport designed for sport or which are intended to be used
for travel on public roads or public pathways;
– electrically driven vehicles which are intended to be used for travel on public roads, public
pathways, or the pavement thereof;
– aquatic equipment intended to be used in deep water, and swimming learning devices for
children, such as swim seats and swimming aids;
– puzzles with more than 500 pieces;
– guns and pistols using compressed gas, with the exception of water guns and water
pistols, and bows for archery over 120 cm long;
– products and games using sharp-pointed missiles, such as sets of darts with metallic
points;
– functional educational products, such as electric ovens, irons or other functional products
operated at a nominal voltage exceeding 24 V which are sold exclusively for teaching
purposes under adult supervision;
– fireworks, including percussion caps which are not specifically designed for electric toys;
– products intended for use for educational purposes in schools and other pedagogical
contexts under the surveillance of an adult instructor, such as science equipment;
– electronic equipment, such as personal computers and game consoles, used to access
interactive software and their associated peripherals, unless the electronic equipment or
the associated peripherals are specifically designed for and targeted at children and have
a play value on their own, such as specially designed personal computers, key boards, joy
sticks or steering wheels;
– interactive software, intended for leisure and entertainment, such as computer games, and
their storage media, such as CDs;
– fashion accessories for children which are not for use in play;
– babies soothers;
– personal protective equipment including swimming goggles, sunglasses and other eye
protectors as well as bicycle and skateboard helmets;
– products for collectors, provided that the product or its packaging bears a visible and
legible indication that it is intended for collectors of 14 years of age and above.
EXAMPLES of this category are
• detailed and faithful scale models,
• kits for the assembly of detailed scale models,
• folk dolls and decorative dolls and other similar articles,
• historical replicas of electric toys, and
• reproductions of real firearms.
– equipment intended to be used collectively in playgrounds;
– amusement machines and personal service machines (IEC 60335-2-82);
– professional electric toys installed in public places (such as shopping centres and railway
stations);
– products containing heating elements intended for use under the supervision of an adult in
a teaching context;
– portable luminaries for children (IEC 60598-2-10);
– blowers for inflatable activity toys (such as blowers for bouncy castles);
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.
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requirements
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)
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method – Apparatus, confirmatory test arrangement and guidance
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flame test methods
IEC 60730 (all parts), Automatic electrical controls
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1 There exists a consolidated edition 5.2 (2016) that includes edition 5 and its Amendment 1 and Amendment 2.
2 There exists a consolidated edition 2.2 (2013) that includes edition 2 and its Amendment 1 and Amendment 2.
IEC 60730-1:2013, Automatic electrical controls – Part 1: General requirements
3)
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IEC 60738-1, Thermistors – Directly heated positive temperature coefficient – Part 1: Generic
specification
IEC 60990:2016, Methods of measurement of touch current and protective conductor current
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measurement techniques – Electrostatic discharge immunity test
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)
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measurement techniques – Electrical fast transient/burst immunity test
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measurement techniques – Surge immunity test
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measurement techniques – Immunity to conducted disturbances, induced by radio-frequency
fields
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tests
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)
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switches
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procedure requirements, test equipment
IEC 61558-2-7, Safety of power transformers, power supplies, reactors and similar products –
Part 2-7: Particular requirements and tests for transformers and power supplies for toys
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3 There exists a consolidated edition 5.1 (2015) that includes edition 5 and its Amendment 1.
4 There exists a consolidated edition 3.2 (2010) that includes edition 3 and its Amendment 1 and Amendment 2.
5 There exists a consolidated edition 1.2 (2015) that includes edition 1 and its Amendment 1 and Amendment 2.
IEC 61558-2-16, Safety of transformers, reactors, power supply units and similar products for
supply voltages up to 1 100 V – Part 2-16: Particular requirements and tests for switch mode
power supply units and transformers for switch mode power supply units
IEC 62133, Secondary cells and batteries containing alkaline or other non-acid electrolytes –
Safety requirements for portable sealed secondary cells, and for batteries made from them,
for use in portable applications
IEC 62233:2005, Measurement methods for electromagnetic fields of household appliances
and similar apparatus with regard to human exposure
IEC 62471:2006, Photobiological safety of lamps and lamp systems
ISO 3864-1, Graphical symbols – Safety colours and safety signs – Part 1: Design principles
for safety signs and safety markings
ISO 8124-1:2014, Safety of toys – Part 1: Safety aspects related to mechanical and physical
properties
ISO 7000, Graphical symbols for use on equipment – Registered symbols
ISO 9772, Cellular plastics – Determination of horizontal burning characteristics of small
specimens subjected to a small flame
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply.
NOTE 1 An Index of the defined terms and definitions in alphabetic order is provided at the end of this
publication.
NOTE 2 When the terms “voltage” and “current” are used, they are root mean square (r.m.s). values unless
otherwise specified.
3.1 Definitions relating to physical characteristics
3.1.1
dangerous malfunction
unintended operation of the electric toy that may impair safety
3.1.2
normal operation
condition under which the electric toy is played with as intended or in a foreseeable way
when it is energized
3.1.3
rated current
current assigned to the electric toy by the manufacturer
Note 1 to entry: If no current is assigned to the electric toy, the rated current is the current measured when the
electric toy is supplied at rated voltage and operated under normal operation.
3.1.4
rated power input
power input assigned to the electric toy by the manufacturer
3.1.5
rated voltage
voltage assigned to the electric toy by the manufacturer
3.1.6
working voltage
maximum voltage to which the part under consideration is subjected when the electric toy is
supplied at its rated voltage and operating under normal operation
Note 1 to entry: The change of voltage resulting from the operation of a switch or failure of a lamp is taken into
account. However, the effect of transient voltages is ignored.
3.2 Definitions relating to means of connection
3.2.1
interconnection cord set
assembly consisting of one cord with one non-rewirable plug connector and one non-rewirable
connector, intended for the interconnection of the electrical supply from one electrical
appliance or equipment to the electric toy
3.3 Definitions relating to protection against electric shock
3.3.1
clearance
shortest distance in air between two conductive parts or between a conductive part and the
accessible surface
3.3.2
creepage distance
shortest distance along the surface of insulation between two conductive parts or between a
conductive part and the accessible surface
3.3.3
functional insulation
insulation between conductive parts of different potential that is necessary only for the proper
functioning of the electric toy
3.4 Definitions relating to extra-low voltage
3.4.1
battery charger
equipment supplied by mains voltage, the only purpose of which is to recharge batteries
Note 1 to entry: If the batteries can be charged in the electric toy, and if the electric toy can be operated while
the batteries are being charged, the battery charger is also considered to be a transformer for toys or a power
supply for toys.
3.4.2
power supply for toys
power supply incorporating a transformer for toys not fixed to, or incorporated in, electric
toys designed to have a rated voltage of not exceeding 24 V direct current (DC) or 24 V
alternating current (AC)
Note 1 to entry: Power supplies for toys are hereinafter also referred to as power supplies.
3.4.3
safety isolating transformer
transformer, the input winding of which is electrically separated from the output winding by
insulation at least equivalent to double insulation or reinforced insulation, which provides a
supply at safety extra-low voltage
3.4.4
transformer for toys
independent safety isolating transformer designed to supply electric toys not fixed to, or
incorporated in, electric toys designed to have a rated voltage not exceeding 24 V AC
Note 1 to entry: Transformers for toys are hereinafter also referred to as transformers.
3.5 Definitions relating to types of toys
3.5.1
constructional set
collection of electric components, electronic components or mechanical parts intended to be
assembled as an electric toy or various electric toys
3.5.2
electric toy
product having at least one function dependant on electricity, designed or intended, whether
or not exclusively, for use in play by children under 14 years of age
Note 1 to entry: Transformer toys and power supply toys are types of electric toys.
3.5.3
experimental set
collection of electric components, electronic components or mechanical parts intended to be
assembled by a child to demonstrate physical phenomena or other functions
Note 1 to entry: The assembly is not intended to create an electric toy or product for practical use.
3.5.4
large and bulky electric toy
electric toy that has a projected base area of more than 0,26 m or a volume of more than
0,08 m calculated without regard to minor appendages or a mass equal to or greater than
4,5 kg
Note 1 to entry: The base area of an electric toy having permanently attached legs is the area enclosed by
straight lines connecting the outermost edge of each leg of the perimeter.
3.5.5
mobile electric toy
self-propelled electric toy capable of moving from a location to another under its own force
Note 1 to entry: An electric toy with moving part but unable to move from one location to another is not a mobile
electric toy.
3.6 Definitions relating to parts of a toy
3.6.1
accessible part
part or surface that can be touched by means of test probe 18 or 19 of IEC 61032, depending
on the relevant age group
Note 1 to entry: Both probes are relevant for electric toys intended for children spanning the two age groups.
3.6.2
battery box
separate compartment for containing the batteries that is detachable from the electric toy
assembly of one or more cells ready for use as a source of electrical energy, characterized
by its voltage, size, terminal arrangement, capacity and rated capability
Note 1 to entry: A detachable battery and separable battery have an enclosure that is equivalent in properties
to that of the electric toy itself.
3.6.3
button battery
small round battery where the overall height is less than the diameter and having an
electrochemical system that does not contain lithium
3.6.4
coin battery
small round battery where the overall height is less than the diameter and having an
electrochemical system that contains lithium
3.6.5
detachable part
part that can be removed without the aid of a tool, part that can be removed by a tool supplied
with the electric toy, unless the electric toy is required to be assembled by an adult, or a part
that is removed in accordance with the instructions for use even if a tool is needed for removal
3.6.6
movable part
part, which is intended to move or can be moved by the child during play
Note 1 to entry: For example the legs or arms of a doll or the doors of a remote control car.
3.6.7
moving part
part which is moved by the electric toy
3.6.8
replaceable battery
battery that can be replaced without breaking the electric toy
Note 1 to entry: If the product can be reassembled after battery replacement and continue to operate, the battery
is considered replaceable.
3.6.9
tool
object such as a coin or a screwdriver that may be used to operate a fixing means
3.6.10
cell
basic functional unit, consisting of an assembly of electrodes, electrolyte, container,
terminals, and usually separators, that is a source of electric energy obtained by direct
conversion of chemical energy
[SOURCE: IEC 60050-482:2004, 482-01-01]
3.6.11
detachable battery
battery in an enclosure separate from the electric toy, intended for use with specific electric
toys and intended to be removed from the electric toy
Note 1 to entry: A detachable battery is not considered a battery that is replaceable.
3.6.12
separable battery
battery contained in an enclosure separate from the electric toy, intended for use with
specific electric toys and connected to the electric toy by a cord
Note 1 to entry: A standard automotive battery is not considered a separable battery.
Note 2 to entry: A separable battery is not considered a battery that is replaceable.
3.7 Definitions relating to safety components
3.7.1
non-self-resetting thermal cut-out
thermal cut-out that requires a manual operation for resetting or replacement of a part, in
order to restore the current
3.7.2
protective electronic circuit
electronic circuit that prevents a hazardous situation under abnormal operating conditions
Note1 to entry: Parts of the circuit may also be used for functional purposes.
3.7.3
self-resetting thermal cut-out
thermal cut-out that automatically restores the current after the relevant part of the electric
toy has cooled down sufficiently
3.7.4
thermal cut-out
device that during abnormal operation limits the temperature of the controlled part by
automatically opening the circuit or by reducing the current and that is constructed so that its
setting cannot be altered by the user
3.8 Definitions relating to electronic circuits
3.8.1
electronic circuit
circuit incorporating at least one electronic component
3.8.2
electronic component
part in which conduction is achieved principally by electrons moving through a vacuum, gas or
semiconductor
Note 1 to entry: Electronic components do not include resistors, capacitors and inductors.
4 General requirement
Electric toys shall be constructed so that they do not jeopardise the safety and/or health of
users or third parties when they are played with as intended or in a foreseeable way, bearing
in mind the behaviour of children.
In general, this requirement is achieved by fulfilling the relevant requirements specified in this
standard and the appropriate requirements in the ISO 8124 series of standards.
Compliance is checked by carrying out all the relevant tests.
5 General conditions for tests
5.1 General
Unless otherwise specified, the tests of this standard are carried out under the following
conditions of this clause.
CAUTION: Some tests on electric toys that are used with batteries may result in rupture or
explosion of the batteries. Adequate precautions shall be taken when conducting such tests.
The tests are carried out in the order of the clauses. Tests are carried out on a single sample
that shall withstand all the relevant tests.
The cumulative stress resulting from repetitive tests on electronic circuits shall to be avoided.
It may be necessary to replace components or to use additional samples. Additional samples
may also be required for electric toys that are constructed for different supply voltages, for
both AC and DC, different speeds and similar. The number of additional samples shall be kept
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CONTENTS
FOREWORD . 4
INTRODUCTION . 6
1 Scope . 8
2 Normative references . 10
3 Terms and definitions . 12
4 General requirement . 16
5 General conditions for tests . 16
6 Criteria for reduced testing . 19
7 Marking and instructions . 20
8 Power input . 27
9 Heating and abnormal operation . 28
10 Electric strength . 33
11 Electric toys used in water, electric toys used with liquid and electric toys cleaned
with liquid . 34
12 Mechanical strength . 35
13 Construction . 36
14 Protection of cords and wires. 42
15 Components . 42
16 Screws and connections . 44
17 Clearances and creepage distances . 45
18 Resistance to heat and fire . 46
19 Radiation and similar hazards . 47
Annex A (normative) Experimental sets . 48
Annex B (normative) Needle-flame test . 50
Annex C (normative) Automatic controls and switches . 51
Annex D (normative) Electric toys with protective electronic circuits . 53
Annex E (normative) Safety of electric toys incorporating optical radiation sources . 55
Annex F (informative) Flowcharts showing the assessment of optical radiation safety
of LEDs in electric toys . 70
Annex G (informative) Examples of calculations on LEDs . 73
Annex H (informative) Explanation of the principles used for the requirements of
Annex E . 78
Annex I (informative) Electric toys generating electromagnetic fields (EMF) . 86
Annex J (normative) Safety of remote controls for electric ride-on toys . 87
Annex K (informative) Flow charts showing the application of Clause 9 . 92
Bibliography . 95
Index of defined terms and definitions . 96
Figure 1 – Examples of battery compartment markings . 21
Figure 2 – Example of an electronic circuit with low-power points . 31
Figure F.1 – Flow chart addressing UVB and UVC emissions . 70
Figure F.2 – Flow chart addressing UVA emissions. 70
Figure F.3 – Flow chart addressing visible emissions . 71
Figure F.4 – Flow chart addressing IR emissions < 1 000 nm . 71
Figure F.5 – Flow chart addressing IR emissions ≥ 1 000 nm . 72
Figure G.1 – Visible light AEL in cd . 77
Figure H.1 – Blue light AEL in cd . 82
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Figure H.2 – Blue light AEL in Wsr . 82
Figure H.3 – Visible light AEL in cd . 83
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Figure H.4 – Visible light AEL in Wsr . 84
Table 1 – Temperature rise limits for accessible parts . 33
Table 2 – Quantity of water per battery . 39
Table 3 – Torque for testing screws and nuts . 44
Table E.1 – Relaxation factor A for UVA AEL . 62
Table E.2 – AEL of visible light in candela . 63
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Table E.3 – AEL of visible light in Wsr . 65
Table H.1 – ICNIRP ELVs . 84
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FOREWORD
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International Standard IEC 62115 has been prepared by subcommittee IEC technical
committee 61: Safety of household and similar electrical appliances.
This second edition cancels and replaces the first edition published in 2003, Amendment 1
(2004) and Amendment 2 (2010). This edition constitutes a technical revision.
This edition includes the following significant technical changes with respect to the previous
edition:
– the general conditions for tests has been rewritten and modified (Clause 5);
– the criteria for reduced testing has been modified (Clause 6);
– warnings for toys using button batteries or coin batteries have been added (7.3.3.2,
7.3.3.3);
– warnings on ride-on toys have been added (7.5);
– the requirements concerning accessibility of batteries have been updated (13.4.1 and
13.4.2);
– added requirements to cover toys placed above a child (13.4.4);
– added requirements to cover toys connected to other equipment (13.9);
– modified the requirements for safety of toys incorporating optical radiation sources
(Annex E), to include requirements for using the technical LED data sheet for checking
compliance with the specified accessible emission limits (AEL);
– updated the details for measurements of the optical radiation from the toy (Annex E);
– introduced an informative Annex I concerning measurement methods for toys with an
integrated field source generating EMF;
– included a normative Annex J concerning safety of remote controls for electric ride-on
toys.
The text of this standard is based on the following documents:
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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 people.
As a general rule, electric toys are designed and manufactured for particular categories of
children. Their characteristics are related to the age and stage of development of the children
and their intended use presupposes certain capabilities.
Accidents are frequently due to an electric toy either being given to a child for whom it is not
intended or being used for a purpose other than for which it was designed. This standard does
not eliminate parental responsibility for the appropriate selection of electric toys. It is
assumed that when choosing an electric toy or a game, account is taken of the physical and
mental development of the child who will be playing with it.
The aim of this standard is to reduce risks when playing with electric toys, especially those
risks that are not evident to users. However, it has to be recognized that some electric toys
have risks inherent in their use that cannot be avoided. Consideration has been given to
reasonably foreseeable use, bearing in mind that children are not generally as careful as
adults.
While this standard applies to new electric toys, it nevertheless takes into account the wear
and tear of electric toys in use.
The fact that an electric toy complies with this standard does not absolve parents and other
persons in charge of a child from the responsibility of supervising the child. Supervision is
also necessary when children of various ages have access to the same electric toy.
This standard covers the whole range of electric toys from small button battery or coin battery
operated lights to large ride-on electric toys powered by rechargeable batteries. This results
in different requirements and tests according to the type of electric toy. For some electric
toys, testing can be reduced if particular criteria are met (see Clause 6).
Other safety aspects of electric toys are described in the ISO 8124 series of standards.
An electric toy that complies with the text of this standard will not necessarily be judged 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.
A electric toy 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 judged to comply with
the standard.
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ELECTRIC TOYS – SAFETY
1 Scope
This International Standard specifies safety requirements for electric toys that have at least
one function dependant on electricity, electric toys being any product designed or intended,
whether or not exclusively, for use in play by children under 14 years of age.
NOTE 1 Examples of electric toys also within the scope of this standard are
– constructional sets;
– experimental sets;
– functional electric toys (an electric toy that performs and is used in the same way as a product,
appliance or installation intended for use by adults, and which may be a scale model of such product,
appliance or installation);
– electric toy computers;
– a doll's house having an interior lamp.
Additional requirements for experimental sets are given in Annex A.
Additional requirements for electric toys incorporating optical radiation sources are given in
Annex E.
Measurement methods for electric toys generating electromagnetic fields (EMF) are given in
Annex I.
Additional requirements for the safety of remote controls for electric ride-on toys are given
in Annex J.
If the packaging is intended to have play value then it is considered to be part of the electric
toy.
This International Standard only covers the safety aspects of electric toys that relate to an
electrical function.
NOTE 2 The ISO 8124 series of standards address other aspects of the safety of electric toys. Other horizontal
product standards may also apply to electric toys.
This standard covers the safety of electric toys taking power from any source, such as
batteries, transformers, solar cells and inductive connections.
NOTE 3 Transformers for toys (IEC 61558-2-7 for linear types or IEC 61558-2-7 and IEC 61558-2-16 for switch
mode types), battery chargers (IEC 60335-2-29) and battery chargers for use by children (IEC 60335-2-29 Annex
AA:) are not considered to be part of an electric toy even if supplied with an electric toy.
NOTE 4 This standard is not intended to assess the safety of batteries however it does address the safety of the
electric toy with the batteries inserted.
This International Standard does not apply to the following products:
– automatic playing machines, whether coin operated or not, intended for public use
(IEC 60335-2-82);
– toy vehicles equipped with combustion engines;
– toy steam engines;
– slings and catapults;
– electric decorative robots;
– decorative objects for festivities and celebrations;
– sports equipment, including roller skates, inline skates, and skateboards intended for
children with a body mass of more than 20 kg;
– bicycles with a maximum saddle height of more than 435 mm, measured as the vertical
distance from the ground to the top of the seat surface, with the seat in a horizontal
position and with the seat pillar set to the minimum insertion mark;
– scooters and other means of transport designed for sport or which are intended to be used
for travel on public roads or public pathways;
– electrically driven vehicles which are intended to be used for travel on public roads, public
pathways, or the pavement thereof;
– aquatic equipment intended to be used in deep water, and swimming learning devices for
children, such as swim seats and swimming aids;
– puzzles with more than 500 pieces;
– guns and pistols using compressed gas, with the exception of water guns and water
pistols, and bows for archery over 120 cm long;
– products and games using sharp-pointed missiles, such as sets of darts with metallic
points;
– functional educational products, such as electric ovens, irons or other functional products
operated at a nominal voltage exceeding 24 V which are sold exclusively for teaching
purposes under adult supervision;
– fireworks, including percussion caps which are not specifically designed for electric toys;
– products intended for use for educational purposes in schools and other pedagogical
contexts under the surveillance of an adult instructor, such as science equipment;
– electronic equipment, such as personal computers and game consoles, used to access
interactive software and their associated peripherals, unless the electronic equipment or
the associated peripherals are specifically designed for and targeted at children and have
a play value on their own, such as specially designed personal computers, key boards, joy
sticks or steering wheels;
– interactive software, intended for leisure and entertainment, such as computer games, and
their storage media, such as CDs;
– fashion accessories for children which are not for use in play;
– babies soothers;
– personal protective equipment including swimming goggles, sunglasses and other eye
protectors as well as bicycle and skateboard helmets;
– products for collectors, provided that the product or its packaging bears a visible and
legible indication that it is intended for collectors of 14 years of age and above.
EXAMPLES of this category are
• detailed and faithful scale models,
• kits for the assembly of detailed scale models,
• folk dolls and decorative dolls and other similar articles,
• historical replicas of electric toys, and
• reproductions of real firearms.
– equipment intended to be used collectively in playgrounds;
– amusement machines and personal service machines (IEC 60335-2-82);
– professional electric toys installed in public places (such as shopping centres and railway
stations);
– products containing heating elements intended for use under the supervision of an adult in
a teaching context;
– portable luminaries for children (IEC 60598-2-10);
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– blowers for inflatable activity toys (such as blowers for bouncy castles);
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 60068-2-75:2014, Environmental testing – Part 2-75: Tests – Test Eh: Hammer tests
IEC TR 60083, Plugs and socket-outlets for domestic and similar general use standardized in
member countries of IEC
IEC 60086-2: 2015, Primary batteries – Part 2: Physical and electrical specifications
IEC 60086 (all parts), Primary batteries
IEC 60335-1:2010, Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety – Part 1: General
requirements
IEC 60335-1:2010/AMD1: 2013
)
IEC 60335-1:2010/AMD2:2016
IEC 60335-2-29:2016, Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety – Part 2-29:
Particular requirements for battery chargers
IEC 60384-14, Fixed capacitors for use in electronic equipment – Part 14: Sectional
specification – Fixed capacitors for electromagnetic interference suppression and connection
to the supply mains
IEC 60417, Graphical symbols for use on equipment
IEC 60529:1989, Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP Code)
IEC 60529/AMD1:1999
)
IEC 60529/AMD2:2013
IEC 60695-2-11, Fire hazard testing – Part 2-11: Glowing/hot-wire based test methods –
Glow-wire flammability test method for end-products (GWEPT)
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 method
IEC 60695-11-5:2004, 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 (all parts), Automatic electrical controls
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1 There exists a consolidated edition 5.2 (2016) that includes edition 5 and its Amendment 1 and Amendment 2.
2 There exists a consolidated edition 2.2 (2013) that includes edition 2 and its Amendment 1 and Amendment 2.
IEC 60730-1:2013, Automatic electrical controls – Part 1: General requirements
)
IEC 60730-1:2013/AMD1:2015
IEC 60738-1, Thermistors – Directly heated positive temperature coefficient – Part 1: Generic
specification
IEC 60990:2016, Methods of measurement of touch current and protective conductor current
IEC 61000-4-2: 2008, Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Part 4-2: Testing and
measurement techniques – Electrostatic discharge immunity test
IEC 61000-4-3:2006, Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Part 4-3: Testing and
measurement techniques – Radiated, radio-frequency, electromagnetic field immunity test
IEC 61000-4-3/AMD1:2007
)
IEC 61000-4-3/AMD2:2010
IEC 61000-4-4:2012, Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Part 4-4: Testing and
measurement techniques – Electrical fast transient/burst immunity test
IEC 61000-4-5:2014, Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Part 4-5: Testing and
measurement techniques – Surge immunity test
IEC 61000-4-6:2013, Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Part 4-6: Testing and
measurement techniques – Immunity to conducted disturbances, induced by radio-frequency
fields
IEC 61000-4-11:2004, Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Part 4-11: Testing and
measurement techniques – Voltage dips, short interruptions and voltage variations immunity
tests
IEC 61000-4-13:2002, Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Part 4-13: Testing and
measurement techniques – Harmonics and interharmonics including mains signalling at a.c.
power port, low frequency immunity tests
IEC 61000-4-13/AMD1:2009
)
IEC 61000-4-13/AMD2:2015
IEC 61032, Protection of persons and equipment by enclosures – Probes for verification
IEC 61058-1:2016, Switches for appliances – Part 1: General requirements
IEC 61058-1-1:2016, Switches for appliances – Part 1-1: Requirements for mechanical
switches
IEC 61058-1-2:2016, Switches for appliances – Part 1-2: Requirements for electronic switches
IEC 61180, High-voltage test techniques for low-voltage equipment – Definitions, test and
procedure requirements, test equipment
IEC 61558-2-7, Safety of power transformers, power supplies, reactors and similar products –
Part 2-7: Particular requirements and tests for transformers and power supplies for toys
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3 There exists a consolidated edition 5.1 (2015) that includes edition 5 and its Amendment 1.
4 There exists a consolidated edition 3.2 (2010) that includes edition 3 and its Amendment 1 and Amendment 2.
5 There exists a consolidated edition 1.2 (2015) that includes edition 1 and its Amendment 1 and Amendment 2.
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IEC 61558-2-16, Safety of transformers, reactors, power supply units and similar products for
supply voltages up to 1 100 V – Part 2-16: Particular requirements and tests for switch mode
power supply units and transformers for switch mode power supply units
IEC 62133, Secondary cells and batteries containing alkaline or other non-acid electrolytes –
Safety requirements for portable sealed secondary cells, and for batteries made from them,
for use in portable applications
IEC 62233:2005, Measurement methods for electromagnetic fields of household appliances
and similar apparatus with regard to human exposure
IEC 62471:2006, Photobiological safety of lamps and lamp systems
ISO 3864-1, Graphical symbols – Safety colours and safety signs – Part 1: Design principles
for safety signs and safety markings
ISO 8124-1:2014, Safety of toys – Part 1: Safety aspects related to mechanical and physical
properties
ISO 7000, Graphical symbols for use on equipment – Registered symbols
ISO 9772, Cellular plastics – Determination of horizontal burning characteristics of small
specimens subjected to a small flame
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply.
NOTE 1 An Index of the defined terms and definitions in alphabetic order is provided at the end of this
publication.
NOTE 2 When the terms “voltage” and “current” are used, they are root mean square (r.m.s). values unless
otherwise specified.
3.1 Definitions relating to physical characteristics
3.1.1
dangerous malfunction
unintended operation of the electric toy that may impair safety
3.1.2
normal operation
condition under which the electric toy is played with as intended or in a foreseeable way
when it is energized
3.1.3
rated current
current assigned to the electric toy by the manufacturer
Note 1 to entry: If no current is assigned to the electric toy, the rated current is the current measured when the
electric toy is supplied at rated voltage and operated under normal operation.
3.1.4
rated power input
power input assigned to the electric toy by the manufacturer
3.1.5
rated voltage
voltage assigned to the electric toy by the manufacturer
3.1.6
working voltage
maximum voltage to which the part under consideration is subjected when the electric toy is
supplied at its rated voltage and operating under normal operation
Note 1 to entry: The change of voltage resulting from the operation of a switch or failure of a lamp is taken into
account. However, the effect of transient voltages is ignored.
3.2 Definitions relating to means of connection
3.2.1
interconnection cord set
assembly consisting of one cord with one non-rewirable plug connector and one non-rewirable
connector, intended for the interconnection of the electrical supply from one electrical
appliance or equipment to the electric toy
3.3 Definitions relating to protection against electric shock
3.3.1
clearance
shortest distance in air between two conductive parts or between a conductive part and the
accessible surface
3.3.2
creepage distance
shortest distance along the surface of insulation between two conductive parts or between a
conductive part and the accessible surface
3.3.3
functional insulation
insulation between conductive parts of different potential that is necessary only for the proper
functioning of the electric toy
3.4 Definitions relating to extra-low voltage
3.4.1
battery charger
equipment supplied by mains voltage, the only purpose of which is to recharge batteries
Note 1 to entry: If the batteries can be charged in the electric toy, and if the electric toy can be operated while
the batteries are being charged, the battery charger is also considered to be a transformer for toys or a power
supply for toys.
3.4.2
power supply for toys
power supply incorporating a transformer for toys not fixed to, or incorporated in, electric
toys designed to have a rated voltage of 24 V direct current (DC) or 24 V alternating current
(AC)
Note 1 to entry: Power supplies for toys are hereinafter also referred to as power supplies.
3.4.3
safety isolating transformer
transformer, the input winding of which is electrically separated from the output winding by
insulation at least equivalent to double insulation or reinforced insulation, which provides a
supply at safety extra-low voltage
3.4.4
transformer for toys
independent safety isolating transformer designed to supply electric toys not fixed to, or
incorporated in, electric toys designed to have a rated voltage not exceeding 24 V AC
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Note 1 to entry: Transformers for toys are hereinafter also referred to as transformers.
3.5 Definitions relating to types of toys
3.5.1
constructional set
collection of electric components, electronic components or mechanical parts intended to be
assembled as an electric toy or various electric toys
3.5.2
electric toy
product having at least one function dependant on electricity, designed or intended, whether
or not exclusively, for use in play by children under 14 years of age
Note 1 to entry: Transformer toys and power supply toys are types of electric toys.
3.5.3
experimental set
collection of electric components, electronic components or mechanical parts intended to be
assembled by a child to demonstrate physical phenomena or other functions
Note 1 to entry: The assembly is not intended to create an electric toy or product for practical use.
3.5.4
large and bulky electric toy
electric toy that has a projected base area of more than 0,26 m or a volume of more than
0,08 m calculated without regard to minor appendages or a mass equal to or greater than
4,5 kg
Note 1 to entry: The base area of an electric toy having permanently attached legs is the area enclosed by
straight lines connecting the outermost edge of each leg of the perimeter.
3.6 Definitions relating to parts of a toy
3.6.1
accessible part
part or surface that can be touched by means of test probe 18 or 19 of IEC 61032, depending
on the relevant age group
Note 1 to entry: Both probes are relevant for electric toys intended for children spanning the two age groups.
3.6.2
battery box
separate compartment for containing the batteries that is detachable from the electric toy
3.6.3
button battery
small round battery where the overall height is less than the diameter and having an
electrochemical system that does not contain lithium
3.6.4
coin battery
small round battery where the overall height is less than the diameter and having an
electrochemical system that contains lithium
3.6.5
detachable part
part that can be removed without the aid of a tool, part that can be removed by a tool supplied
with the electric toy, unless the electric toy is required to be assembled by an adult, or a part
that is removed in accordance with the instructions for use even if a tool is needed for removal
3.6.6
movable part
part, which is intended to move or can be moved by the child during play
Note 1 to entry: For example the legs or arms of a doll or the doors of a remote control car.
3.6.7
moving part
part which is moved by the electric toy
3.6.8
replaceable battery
battery that can be replaced without breaking the electric toy
Note 1 to entry: If the product can be reassembled after battery replacement and continue to operate, the battery
is considered replaceable.
3.6.9
tool
object such as a coin or a screwdriver that may be used to operate a fixing means
3.7 Definitions relating to safety components
3.7.1
non-self-resetting thermal cut-out
thermal cut-out that requires a manual operation for resetting or replacement of a part, in
order to restore the current
3.7.2
protective electronic circuit
electronic circuit that prevents a hazardous situation under abnormal operating conditions
Note1 to entry: Parts of the circuit may also be used for functional purposes.
3.7.3
self-resetting thermal cut-out
thermal cut-out that automatically restores the current after the relevant part of the electric
toy has cooled down sufficiently
3.7.4
thermal cut-out
device that during abnormal operation limits the temperature of the controlled part by
automatically opening the circuit or by reducing the current and that is constructed so that its
setting cannot be altered by the user
3.8 Definitions relating to electronic circuits
3.8.1
electronic circuit
circuit incorporating at least one electronic component
3.8.2
electronic component
part in which conduction is achieved principally by electrons moving through a vacuum, gas or
semiconductor
Note 1 to entry: Electronic components do not include resistors, capacitors and inductors.
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4 General requirement
Electric toys shall be constructed so that they do not jeopardise the safety and/or health of
users or third parties when they are played with as intended or in a foreseeable way, bearing
in mind the behaviour of children.
In general, this requirement is achieved by fulfilling the relevant requirements specified in this
standard and the appropriate requirements in the ISO 8124 series of standards.
Compliance is checked by carrying out all the relevant tests.
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