IEC 60335-2-27:2019

Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-27: Particular requirements for appliances for skin exposure to optical radiation

IEC 60335-2-27:2019 is available as IEC 60335-2-27:2019 RLV which contains the International Standard and its Redline version, showing all changes of the technical content compared to the previous edition.IEC 60335-2-27:2019 deals with the safety of electrical appliances incorporating emitters for exposing the skin to optical radiation (wavelength 100 nm to 1 mm), for household and similar use, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V for single-phase appliances and 480 V for other appliances.
Battery-operated appliances and other DC supplied appliances are within the scope of this standard. Dual supply appliances, either mains-supplied or battery-operated, are regarded as battery-operated appliances when operated in the battery mode.
As far as practicable, this standard deals with the common hazards presented by appliances that are encountered by all persons using the appliances in tanning salons, beauty parlours and similar premises or at 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;
– IEC 60598-1 is applicable as far as is reasonable.
This standard does not apply to
– appliances for skin or hair care (IEC 60335-2-23);
– sauna heating appliances and infrared cabins (IEC 60335-2-53);
– cosmetic and beauty care appliances incorporating lasers and intense light sources (IEC 60335-2-113)
– appliances for medical purposes (IEC 60601);
– appliances that use UV radiation for purposes other than tanning the skin;
– 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).
This sixth edition cancels and replaces the fifth edition published in 2009, Amendment 1:2012 and Amendment 2:2015. This edition constitutes a technical revision.
This edition includes the following significant technical changes with respect to the previous edition:
– aligns the text with IEC 60335-1, Ed 5, and its Amendments 1 and 2;
– luminous transmission has been defined (3.1.102);
– requirements for testing parts of the appliance that are operated unattended are added (30.2).
This part 2 is to be used in conjunction with the latest edition of IEC 60335-1 and its amendments. It was established on the basis of the fifth edition (2010) of that standard.
Keywords: Tanning, Tanning bed

Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues - Sécurité - Partie 2-27: Exigences particulières pour les appareils d'exposition de la peau aux rayonnements optiques

IEC 60335-2-27:2019 est disponible sous forme de IEC 60335-2-27:2019 RLV qui contient la Norme internationale et sa version Redline, illustrant les modifications du contenu technique depuis l'édition précédente.L'IEC 60335-2-27:2019 traite de la sécurité des appareils électriques comportant des émetteurs pour l'exposition de la peau aux rayonnements optiques (longueur d'onde de 100 nm à 1 mm), destinés à des usages domestiques et analogues, dont la tension assignée n'est pas supérieure à 250 V pour les appareils monophasés et à 480 V pour les autres appareils.
Les appareils alimentés par batteries et autres appareils alimentés en courant continu relèvent du domaine d'application de la présente norme. Les appareils à double alimentation, fonctionnant sur secteur ou sur batterie, sont vus comme des appareils alimentés par batteries lorsqu'ils fonctionnent sur batterie.
Dans la mesure du possible, la présente norme traite des dangers ordinaires présentés par les appareils, encourus par toutes les personnes qui utilisent les appareils dans les solariums, salons de beauté et locaux analogues ou à domicile. Cependant, la présente 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 connaissances les empêchent d'utiliser l'appareil en toute sécurité sans surveillance ou instruction;
– de l'utilisation de l'appareil comme jouet par des enfants.
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 autorités sanitaires nationales, les organismes nationaux en charge de la protection des travailleurs et les organismes analogues;
– l'IEC 60598-1 s'applique dans la limite du raisonnable.
La présente norme ne s'applique pas:
– aux appareils destinés aux soins de la peau ou des cheveux (IEC 60335-2-23);
– aux appareils de sauna chauffants et aux cabines infrarouges (IEC 60335-2-53);
– aux appareils cosmétiques et aux appareils de soins de beauté, y compris les lasers et les sources de lumière de forte intensité (IEC 60335-2-113);
– aux appareils à but médical (IEC 60601);
– aux appareils utilisant un rayonnement UV pour d'autres besoins que le bronzage de la peau;
– aux appareils destinés à être utilisés dans des locaux présentant des conditions particulières, telles que la présence d'une atmosphère corrosive ou explosive (poussière, vapeur ou gaz). Cette sixième édition annule et remplace la cinquième édition parue en 2009, l'Amendement 1:2012 et l'Amendement 2:2015. Cette édition constitue une révision technique.
Cette édition inclut les modifications techniques majeures suivantes par rapport à l'édition précédente:
– mise en correspondance du texte avec l'IEC 60335-1, Ed 5, et ses Amendements 1 et 2;
– définition de la transmission lumineuse (3.1.102);
– ajout des exigences relatives aux parties de l'appareil soumises aux essais et fonctionnant de manière autonome (30.2).
La présente partie 2 doit être utilisée conjointement avec la dernière édition de l'IEC 60335-1 et ses amendements. Elle a été établie sur la base de la cinquième édition (2010) de cette norme.
Mots-clé: bronzage, lit de bronzage

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 16-May-2019
• ICS: 01 - GENERALITIES. TERMINOLOGY. STANDARDIZATION. DOCUMENTATION
• ICS: 13.120 - Domestic safety
• ICS: 97.170 - Body care equipment
• Technical Committee: TC 61 - Safety of household and similar electrical appliances
• Current Stage: PPUB - Publication issued
• Completion Date: 17-May-2019

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IEC 60335-2-27
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INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
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Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety –
Part 2-27: Particular requirements for appliances for skin exposure to optical
radiation
Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues – Sécurité –
Partie 2-27: Exigences particulières pour les appareils d'exposition de la peau
aux rayonnements optiques
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IEC 60335-2-27
Edition 6.0 2019-05
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
NORME
INTERNATIONALE
colour
inside
Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety –
Part 2-27: Particular requirements for appliances for skin exposure to optical
radiation
Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues – Sécurité –
Partie 2-27: Exigences particulières pour les appareils d'exposition de la peau
aux rayonnements optiques
INTERNATIONAL
ELECTROTECHNICAL
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ELECTROTECHNIQUE
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CONTENTS

FOREWORD ........................................................................................................................... 4

INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................................... 7

1 Scope .............................................................................................................................. 8

2 Normative references ...................................................................................................... 8

3 Terms and definitions ...................................................................................................... 9

4 General requirement ...................................................................................................... 10

5 General conditions for the tests ..................................................................................... 10

6 Classification ................................................................................................................. 10

7 Marking and instructions ................................................................................................ 10

8 Protection against access to live parts ........................................................................... 14

9 Starting of motor-operated appliances ........................................................................... 14

10 Power input and current ................................................................................................. 14

11 Heating .......................................................................................................................... 15

12 Void ............................................................................................................................... 15

13 Leakage current and electric strength at operating temperature ..................................... 15

14 Transient overvoltages .................................................................................................. 15

15 Moisture resistance ....................................................................................................... 16

16 Leakage current and electric strength ............................................................................ 16

17 Overload protection of transformers and associated circuits .......................................... 16

18 Endurance ..................................................................................................................... 16

19 Abnormal operation ....................................................................................................... 16

20 Stability and mechanical hazards ................................................................................... 17

21 Mechanical strength ...................................................................................................... 17

22 Construction .................................................................................................................. 18

23 Internal wiring ................................................................................................................ 21

24 Components .................................................................................................................. 21

25 Supply connection and external flexible cords ............................................................... 22

26 Terminals for external conductors .................................................................................. 22

27 Provision for earthing .................................................................................................... 22

28 Screws and connections ................................................................................................ 22

29 Clearances, creepage distances and solid insulation ..................................................... 22

30 Resistance to heat and fire ............................................................................................ 22

31 Resistance to rusting ..................................................................................................... 22

32 Radiation, toxicity and similar hazards ........................................................................... 23

Annexes ............................................................................................................................... 28

Annex R (normative) Software evaluation ............................................................................ 29

Annex AA (normative) Measurement of luminance ............................................................... 30

Annex BB (informative) Detailed classification of UV appliances .......................................... 31

Annex CC (informative) Fluorescent UV lamp equivalency code .......................................... 33

Annex DD (informative) Guidelines for the development of an exposure time schedule

for UV exposure .................................................................................................................... 34

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Annex EE (informative) Irradiance limits set by regional or national authorities .................... 35

Bibliography .......................................................................................................................... 37

Figure 101 – Measuring points for appliances that are arranged over a person ..................... 26

Figure 102 – Measuring points for appliances exposing a sitting person ............................... 26

Figure 103 – Erythema action spectrum ................................................................................ 27

Table 101 – Maximum transmission of goggles ..................................................................... 25

Table BB.1 – Limits of effective irradiance ............................................................................ 32

Table EE.1 – Europe: EN 60335-2-27 limits .......................................................................... 35

Table EE.2 – Australia and New Zealand: AS/NZS 60335.2.27 limits .................................... 35

Table EE.3 – USA: 21 CFR 1040.20 limits ............................................................................ 36

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HOUSEHOLD AND SIMILAR ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES –
SAFETY –
Part 2-27: Particular requirements for appliances
for skin exposure to optical radiation
FOREWORD

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International Standard IEC 60335-2-27 has been prepared by IEC technical committee 61:

Safety of household and similar electrical appliances.

This sixth edition cancels and replaces the fifth edition published in 2009, Amendment 1:2012

and Amendment 2:2015. This edition constitutes a technical revision.

This edition includes the following significant technical changes with respect to the previous

edition:
– aligns the text with IEC 60335-1, Ed 5, and its Amendments 1 and 2;
– luminous transmission has been defined (3.1.102);

– requirements for testing parts of the appliance that are operated unattended are added

(30.2).
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The text of this International Standard is based on the following documents:
FDIS Report on voting
61/5796/FDIS 61/5837/RVD

Full information on the voting for the approval of this International Standard can be found in

the report on voting indicated in the above table.

This document has been drafted in accordance with the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2.

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. It was established on the basis of the fifth edition (2010) of that standard.

NOTE 1 When “Part 1” is mentioned in this standard, it refers to IEC 60335-1.

This part 2 supplements or modifies the corresponding clauses in IEC 60335-1, so as to

convert that publication into the IEC standard: Safety requirements for appliances

for skin exposure to optical radiation.

When a particular subclause of Part 1 is not mentioned in this part 2, that subclause applies

as far as is reasonable. When this standard states "addition", "modification" or "replacement",

the relevant text in Part 1 is to be adapted accordingly.
NOTE 2 The following numbering system is used:

– subclauses, tables and figures that are numbered starting from 101 are additional to those in Part 1;

– unless notes are in a new subclause or involve notes in Part 1, they are numbered starting from 101, including

those in a replaced clause or subclause;
– additional annexes are lettered AA, BB, etc.
NOTE 3 The following print types are used:
– requirements: in roman type;
– test specifications: in italic type;
notes: in small roman type.

Words in bold in the text are defined in Clause 3. When a definition concerns an adjective, the adjective and the

associated noun are also in bold.

The committee has decided that the contents of this document will remain unchanged until the

stability date indicated on the IEC website under "http://webstore.iec.ch" in the data related to

the specific document. At this date, the document will be
• reconfirmed,
• withdrawn,
• replaced by a revised edition, or
• amended.

NOTE 4 The attention of National Committees is drawn to the fact that equipment manufacturers and testing

organizations may need a transitional period following publication of a new, amended or revised IEC publication in

which to make products in accordance with the new requirements and to equip themselves for conducting new or

revised tests.

It is the recommendation of the committee that the content of this publication be adopted for implementation

nationally not earlier than 12 months or later than 36 months from the date of publication.

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The following differences exist in the countries indicated below.
– 7.1: The markings are different (USA).
– 10.1: The deviations are different (USA).
– 10.2: The deviations are different (USA).
– 19.101: The test is different (USA).
– 20.1: The test is carried out at an angle of 8° (USA).
– 22.107: The requirement is not applicable (USA).
– 22.108: The maximum timer setting is shorter (USA).
– 32.101: The irradiance limits and the tests are different (USA).
– 32.102: The requirements for protective goggles are different (USA).

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INTRODUCTION

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

provisions is entrusted to appropriately qualified and experienced persons.

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

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

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

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

electromagnetic phenomena can affect the safe operation of appliances.

This standard takes into account the requirements of IEC 60364 as far as possible so that

there is compatibility with the wiring rules when the appliance is connected to the supply

mains. However, national wiring rules may differ.

If an appliance within the scope of this standard also incorporates functions that are covered

by another part 2 of IEC 60335, the relevant part 2 is applied to each function separately, as

far as is reasonable. If applicable, the influence of one function on the other is taken into

account.

When a part 2 standard does not include additional requirements to cover hazards dealt with

in Part 1, Part 1 applies.

NOTE 1 This means that the technical committees responsible for the part 2 standards have determined that it is

not necessary to specify particular requirements for the appliance in question over and above the general

requirements.

This standard is a product family standard dealing with the safety of appliances and takes

precedence over horizontal and generic standards covering the same subject.

NOTE 2 Horizontal and generic standards covering a hazard are not applicable since they have been taken into

consideration when developing the general and particular requirements for the IEC 60335 series of standards. For

example, in the case of temperature requirements for surfaces on many appliances, generic standards, such as

ISO 13732-1 for hot surfaces, are not applicable in addition to Part 1 or part 2 standards.

An appliance that complies with the text of this standard will not necessarily be considered to

comply with the safety principles of the standard if, when examined and tested, it is found to

have other features that impair the level of safety covered by these requirements.

An appliance employing materials or having forms of construction differing from those detailed

in the requirements of this standard may be examined and tested according to the intent of

the requirements and, if found to be substantially equivalent, may be considered to comply

with the standard.
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HOUSEHOLD AND SIMILAR ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES –
SAFETY –
Part 2-27: Particular requirements for appliances
for skin exposure to optical radiation
1 Scope
This clause of Part 1 is replaced by the following.

This International Standard deals with the safety of electrical appliances incorporating

emitters for exposing the skin to optical radiation (wavelength 100 nm to 1 mm), for household

and similar use, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V for single-phase appliances

and 480 V for other appliances.

NOTE 101 Battery-operated appliances and other DC supplied appliances are within the scope of this standard.

Dual supply appliances, either mains-supplied or battery-operated, are regarded as battery-operated appliances

when operated in the battery mode.

As far as practicable, this standard deals with the common hazards presented by appliances

that are encountered by all persons using the appliances in tanning salons, beauty parlours

and similar premises or at 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 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;
– IEC 60598-1 is applicable as far as is reasonable.
NOTE 103 This standard does not apply to
– appliances for skin or hair care (IEC 60335-2-23);
– sauna heating appliances and infrared cabins (IEC 60335-2-53);

– cosmetic and beauty care appliances incorporating lasers and intense light sources (IEC 60335-2-113)

– appliances for medical purposes (IEC 60601);
– appliances that use UV radiation for purposes other than tanning the skin;

– 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).
2 Normative references
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
Addition:

IEC 61228, Fluorescent ultraviolet lamps used for tanning – Measurement and specification

method
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IEC 62471:2006, Photobiological safety of lamps and lamp systems
3 Terms and definitions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
3.1 Definitions relating to physical characteristics
3.1.101
effective irradiance

irradiance of electromagnetic radiation weighted according to a specified action spectrum

3.1.102
luminous transmission

percentage of incident light passing through a material weighted by the spectral sensitivity of

the human eye and integrated over the wavelength range of 380 and 780 nm
3.5 Definitions relating to types of appliances
3.5.101
UV appliance
appliance incorporating UV emitters for tanning purposes
3.5.102
IR appliance
appliance incorporating one or more IR emitters
3.5.103
VIS appliance
appliance incorporating one or more VIS emitters
3.6 Definitions relating to parts of an appliance
3.6.101
ultraviolet emitter

radiating source constructed to emit electromagnetic energy at wavelengths between 200 nm and

400 nm

Note 1 to entry: A fluorescent UV lamp for tanning is an example of a UV emitter.

Note 2 to entry: UV radiation with wavelengths below 200 nm is not easily transmitted through air and usually

exists only in a vacuum.
Note 3 to entry: Ultraviolet emitters are also referred to as UV emitters.
3.6.102
infrared emitter

radiating source constructed to emit electromagnetic energy at wavelengths between 780 nm

and 1 mm
Note 1 to entry: Infrared emitters are also referred to as IR emitters.
3.6.103
visual emitter

radiating source constructed to emit electromagnetic energy at wavelengths of 400 nm

to 780 nm
Note 1 to entry: Visual emitters are also referred to as VIS emitters.
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3.6.104
UV filter

device used to modify the ultra-violet radiation passing through it, generally by altering the

spectral distribution
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.

5.101 Appliances with IR emitters only are tested as heating appliances. All other

appliances are tested as motor-operated appliances.
6 Classification
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.

6.101 UV appliances shall be one of the following types with respect to the emission of

ultraviolet radiation:
– appliances suitable for household use;
– appliances for commercial use only.

NOTE 1 Appliances for household use can also be for commercial use, such as in tanning salons, beauty parlours

and similar premises.
NOTE 2 Detailed classification of the appliances is described in Annex BB.
Compliance is checked by inspection and by the relevant tests.
7 Marking and instructions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
7.1 Addition:

UV appliances intended for commercial use, such as in tanning salons, beauty parlours and

similar premises shall be marked with the Prohibition sign “not for household use” or with the

substance of the following:
Not for household use

Appliances having fluorescent UV lamps for tanning shall be marked with the fluorescent UV

lamp equivalency code range. This equivalency code range identifies the fluorescent UV

lamps for tanning that shall be used in the appliance.

NOTE 101 Details of the fluorescent UV lamp code that is marked on the lamp are given in IEC 61228 and are

reproduced in Annex CC for information. An example of the fluorescent UV lamp equivalency code range to be

marked on the appliance is given in 22.111.

For UV emitters other than fluorescent UV lamps for tanning, the appliance shall be marked

with the type reference of the em
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