SIST EN 60335-2-27:2014

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

IEC 60335-2-27:2009(E) deals with the safety of electrical appliances incorporating emitters for exposing the skin to ultraviolet or infrared radiation, for household and similar use, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V for single-phase appliances and 480 V for other appliances. Appliances intended to be used in tanning salons, beauty parlours and similar premises, are also within the scope of this standard. The principal changes in this edition as compared with the fourth editio of IEC 60335-2-27 are as follows:  - clarification of radiation measurement procedure (32.101);  - guidelines for exposure time schedule (Annex DD).  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 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.   This publication is to be read in conjunction with IEC 60335-1:2006.

Sicherheit elektrischer Geräte für den Hausgebrauch und ähnliche Zwecke -- Teil 2-27: Besondere Anforderungen für Hautbestrahlungsgeräte mit Ultraviolett- und Infrarotstrahlung

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

L'IEC 60335-2-27:2009 traite de la sécurité des appareils électriques comportant des émetteurs pour l'exposition de la peau aux rayonnements ultraviolets ou infrarouges 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 non destinés à un usage domestique normal mais qui néanmoins peuvent constituer une source de danger pour le public, tels que les appareils destinés à être utilisés dans les solariums, les salons de beauté et les locaux analogues, sont également compris dans le domaine d'application de la présente norme. Les principales modifications de cette édition par rapport à la quatrième édition de l'IEC 60335-2-27 sont les suivantes (les modifications mineures ne sont pas énumérées):
- clarification du mode opératoire de mesure de rayonnement (32.101);
- lignes directrices du programme de durée d'exposition (Annexe DD).
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 ou au plus tard 36 mois après la date de publication. Cette publication doit être utilisée conjointement avec l'IEC 60335-1:2006

Gospodinjski in podobni električni aparati - Varnost - 2-27. del: Posebne zahteve za aparate za nego kože z ultravijoličnim in infrardečim sevanjem

Ta mednarodni standard obravnava varnost električnih aparatov za uporabo v gospodinjstvih in podobne vrste uporabe, ki so opremljeni z oddajniki za izpostavljanje kože ultravijoličnemu ali infrardečemu sevanju, pri čemer njihova nazivna napetost ne presega 250 V za enofazne naprave in 480 V za druge naprave. Področje uporabe tega standarda zajema tudi naprave, ki niso namenjene običajni uporabi v gospodinjstvih, vendar lahko kljub temu pomenijo nevarnost za ljudi, kot so naprave, ki se uporabljajo v solarijih, kozmetičnih salonih in podobno. Ta standard v največji možni meri obravnava splošne nevarnosti, ki jih predstavljajo naprave ter s katerimi se srečujejo osebe, ki uporabljajo UV naprave v solarijih, kozmetičnih salonih in podobno ali doma. Vendar na splošno ne upošteva: – oseb (vključno z otroki), ki zaradi – fizičnih, čutilnih ali duševnih zmožnosti ali – neizkušenosti in neznanja aparata ne morejo varno uporabljati brez nadzora ali navodil; – otrok, ki se igrajo z aparatom.

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 19-Dec-2013
• ICS: 13.120 - Domestic safety
• ICS: 97.170 - Body care equipment
• Technical Committee: VGA - Safety of household and similar electrical appliances
• Current Stage: 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 27-Aug-2013
• Due Date: 01-Nov-2013
• Completion Date: 20-Dec-2013
• Directive: 2006/95/EC - Directive 2006/95/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 12 December 2006 on the harmonisation of the laws of Member States relating to electrical equipment designed for use within certain voltage limits (codified version)
• Directive: 2014/35/EU - Directive 2014/35/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 26 February 2014 on the harmonisation of the laws of the Member States relating to the making available on the market of electrical equipment designed for use within certain voltage limits
• Ref Project: EN 60335-2-27:2013 - Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-27: Particular requirements for appliances for skin exposure to ultraviolet and infrared radiation

Relations

• Replaces: SIST EN 60335-2-27:2011 - Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-27: Particular requirements for appliances for skin exposure to ultraviolet and infrared radiation
• Effective Date: 01-Jan-2014
• Replaced By: kSIST FprEN IEC 60335-2-27:2022 - Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-27: Particular requirements for appliances for skin exposure to ultraviolet and infrared radiation
• Effective Date: 03-Mar-2020
• Amended By: SIST EN 60335-2-27:2014/A2:2020 - Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-27: Particular requirements for appliances for skin exposure to optical radiation
• Effective Date: 01-Jun-2020
• Amended By: SIST EN 60335-2-27:2014/A1:2020 - Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-27: Particular requirements for appliances for skin exposure to ultraviolet and infrared radiation
• Effective Date: 01-Jun-2020
• Corrected By: SIST EN 60335-2-27:2014/AC:2022 - Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-27: Particular requirements for appliances for skin exposure to ultraviolet and infrared radiation
• Effective Date: 01-Feb-2022

Standards Content (Sample)

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Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety -- Part 2-27: Particular requirements
for appliances for skin exposure to ultraviolet and infrared radiation
Sicherheit elektrischer Geräte für den Hausgebrauch und ähnliche Zwecke -- Teil 2-27:
Besondere Anforderungen für Hautbestrahlungsgeräte mit Ultraviolett- und
Infrarotstrahlung
Appareils électrodomestiques et analogues - Sécurité -- Partie 2-27: Règles particulières
pour les appareils d'exposition de la peau aux rayonnements ultraviolets et infrarouges
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 60335-2-27:2013
ICS:
13.120 Varnost na domu Domestic safety
97.170 Oprema za nego telesa Body care equipment
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN 60335-2-27
NORME EUROPÉENNE
December 2013
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 13.120; 97.170 Supersedes EN 60335-2-27:2010

English version
Household and similar electrical appliances -
Safety -
Part 2-27: Particular requirements for appliances for skin exposure to
ultraviolet and infrared radiation
(IEC 60335-2-27:2009, modified)

Appareils électrodomestiques et Sicherheit elektrischer Geräte für den
analogues - Hausgebrauch und ähnliche Zwecke -
Sécurité - Teil 2-27: Besondere Anforderungen für
Partie 2-27: Règles particulières pour les Hautbestrahlungsgeräte mit Ultraviolett-
appareils d'exposition de la peau aux und Infrarotstrahlung
rayonnements ultraviolets et infrarouges (IEC 60335-2-27:2009, modifiziert)
(CEI 60335-2-27:2009, modifiée)

This European Standard was approved by CENELEC on 2013-05-29. CENELEC members are bound to comply
with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this European Standard
the status of a national standard without any alteration.

Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such national standards may be obtained on
application to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre or to any CENELEC member.

This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other
language made by translation under the responsibility of a CENELEC member into its own language and notified
to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre has the same status as the official versions.

CENELEC members are the national electrotechnical committees of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus,
the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, France, Germany,
Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland,
Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and the United Kingdom.

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Comité Européen de Normalisation Electrotechnique
Europäisches Komitee für Elektrotechnische Normung

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© 2013 CENELEC - All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved worldwide for CENELEC members.
Ref. No. EN 60335-2-27:2013 E
Foreword
This document EN 60335-2-27:2013 consists of the text of IEC 60335-2-27:2009 prepared by IEC TC 61,
"Safety of household and similar electrical appliances", together with the common modifications prepared by
the Technical Committee CENELEC TC 61, "Safety of household and similar electrical appliances".

these appliances and to incorporate existing common modifications and interpretation statements.

The following dates are fixed:

• latest date by which the EN has to be implemented
at national level by publication of an identical
(dop) 2014-06-13
national standard or by endorsement

2014-11-21
• latest date by which the national standards conflicting
(dow)
with the EN have to be withdrawn
This document supersedes EN 60335-2-27:2010.
The principal changes in EN 60335-2-27:2013 as compared with EN 60335-2-27:2010 are as
follows (minor changes are not listed):
– clarification of the radiation measurement procedure (32.101);
– guidelines for an exposure time schedule (Annex DD).

This standard covers the Principle Elements of the Safety Objectives for Electrical Equipment
Designed for Use within Certain Voltage Limits (LVD - 2006/95/EC).
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject
of patent rights. CENELEC [and/or CEN] shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such
patent rights.
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Endorsement Notice
The text of the International Standard IEC 60335-2-27:2009 was approved by CENELEC as a
European Standard with the following agreed common modifications:
COMMON MODIFICATIONS
Introduction
Add after the second paragraph:
This standard covers appliances used for intentional tanning. Irradiance limit values are not to be used
as safety guidelines for non-intentional UV-exposure.
Add after the seventh paragraph:
An investigation by CENELEC TC 61 has shown that all risks from products within the scope of this
standard are fully covered by the Low Voltage Directive, 2006/95/EC. For products having
mechanical moving parts, a risk assessment in accordance with the Machinery Directive,
2006/42/EC, has shown that the risks are mainly of electrical origin and consequently this directive
is not applicable. However, the relevant essential safety requirements of the Machinery Directive
are covered by this standard together with the principal objectives of the Low Voltage Directive.
6 Classification
Replace 6.101 by:
6.Z101 Appliances shall be one of the following types with respect to the type of ultraviolet
radiation:
– UV type 1 appliance;
– UV type 2 appliance;
– UV type 3 appliance;
– UV type 4 appliance.
Compliance is checked by inspection and by the relevant tests.
NOTE UV type 1 appliances and UV type 2 appliances are intended to be used in tanning salons, beauty parlours and similar
premises, under supervision of appropriately trained persons.
UV type 3 appliances are suitable for household and similar use and may be used by unskilled persons. They are also suitable for use
in tanning salons, beauty parlours and similar premises UV type 4 appliances are only to be used following medical advice and only
intended to be used in tanning salons, beauty parlours and similar premises, under supervision of appropriately trained
persons, and not for household use
7 Marking and instructions
7.1 Replace the first paragraph by:
Appliances having UV emitters shall be marked with the appropriate UV type number in the
following form:
UV type X
NOTE Z101 X is replaced by the appropriate number.
Add after Note 102:
UV type 4 appliances shall be marked with the substance of the following:
WARNING: Only to be used following medical advice.
Delete 7.6
7.12 Addition:
Replace the fifth bullet point by:

• persons having more than 16 moles (2 mm or more in diameter) on the body;
Replace the eighth bullet point by:
• persons not able to tan at all or not able to tan without burning when exposed to the sun;
• persons that burn easily when exposed to the sun;
• persons having a history of frequent severe sunburn during childhood;
• persons suffering from or previously suffering from skin cancer or predisposed to skin
cancer;
Add after the tenth bullet point:
• persons having a first-degree relative with a history of melanoma;
Replace the sixth dashed item by:
– recommended schedule of exposure specifying duration and intervals (based on the UV emitter
characteristics, distances and skin sensitivity), see Annex DD and Annex ZB;
Delete 7.14
22.111
Replace the Note by :
NOTE An example of the equivalency code range calculation is as follows.
If the equivalency code of the lamp fitted in the appliance during type testing is
100–R–25/2,7
the equivalency code range that must be marked on the appliance is calculated as follows:
lower value of X range: 0,75 × 25 = 18,75
lower value of Y range: 0,85 × 2,7 = 2,29
upper value of Y range: 1,15 × 2,7 = 3,10
X is to be rounded to the nearest integer, Y is to be rounded to the nearest first decimal.
The fluorescent UV lamp equivalency code range is then:
100–R–(19-25)/(2,3-3,1)
30 Resistance to heat and fire
30.2 Add the following note:
NOTE Z1  The combination of a lampholder and a fluorescent lamp used for skin exposure to ultraviolet and infrared radiation is not
considered to be a luminaire. EN 60598-1 is not the standard to be used in this case.

32 Radiation, toxicity and similar hazards
32.101
Replace the first paragraph by :
Appliances shall not present a toxic or similar hazard. Appliances having UV emitters shall not emit
radiation having a total effective irradiance exceeding 0,3 W/m weighted according to the
erythema action spectrum of Figure 103.
Appliances shall comply with the values specified in Table BB.1.

Delete the paragraph between Note 3 and Note 4.

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Annexes
Replace Annex BB by the following:

Annex BB
(normative)
Detailed classification of UV appliances

This annex provides details of a classification of UV appliances based on amounts of radiation in
the ranges 250 nm to 320 nm and 320 nm to 400 nm.
BB.1 Definitions
For the purposes of this annex, the following definitions apply.
BB.1.1
UV type 1 appliance
appliance having a UV emitter such that the biological effect is caused by radiation having
wavelengths longer than 320 nm and characterized by a relatively high irradiance in the range
320 nm to 400 nm
BB.1.2
UV type 2 appliance
appliance having a UV emitter such that the biological effect is caused by radiation having
wavelengths both shorter and longer than 320 nm and characterized by a relatively high irradiance
in the range of 320 nm to 400 nm
BB.1.3
UV type 3 appliance
appliance having a UV emitter such that the biological effect is caused by radiation having
wavelengths both shorter and longer than 320 nm and characterized by a limited irradiance over the
whole UV radiation band
BB.1.4
UV type 4 appliance
appliance having a UV emitter such that the biological effect is mainly caused by radiation having
wavelengths shorter than 320 nm

BB.2 Classification
UV appliances can be classified as one of the following types:
– UV type 1 appliance;
– UV type 2 appliance;
– UV type 3 appliance;
– UV type 4 appliance.
NOTE 101 UV type 1 appliances and UV type 2 appliances are intended to be used in tanning salons, beauty parlours and similar
premises, under supervision of appropriately trained persons. They are not intended for household use.
UV type 3 appliances are suitable for household and similar use and may be used by unskilled persons. They are also suitable for use
in tanning salons, beauty parlours and similar premises.
UV type 4 appliances are only to be used following medical advice and only intended to be used in tanning salons,
beauty parlours and similar premises, under supervision of appropriately trained persons, and not for household use

BB.3 Effective irradiance
The effective irradiance for each type of UV appliance, weighted according to the erythema action
spectrum of Figure 103, is given in Table BB.1.
Table BB.1 – Limits of effective irradiance
Effective irradiance
W/m
UV type appliance
250 nm < λ ≤ 320 nm 320 nm < λ ≤ 400 nm
1 < 0,000 5 ≥ 0,15
2 0,000 5 to 0,15 ≥ 0,15
3 < 0,15 < 0,15
4 ≥ 0,15 < 0,15
λ is the wavelength of the radiation.

NOTE 101: The total effective irradiance should not exceed 0,3W/m2 (cf. Subclause 32.101)

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Annex DD
Add after the fifth bullet point:
NOTE Z101 The second and following exposures should be at least 10 min.
Add after the ninth bullet point:
NOTE Z102 As any exposure to UV radiation increases the risk of skin cancer, there is no safe value of maximum yearly dose.

Add a new annex:
Annex ZB
(informative)
A-deviations
We confirm that the existing A-deviation mentioned in EN 60335-2-27:2010 (Annex ZB, 7.12) is still
valid for Finland.
7.12 Finland (Decree of the Ministry of Social Affairs and Health on the Limitation of Public Exposure
to Non-ionising Radiation (294/2002), 4.4.2002)
The recommended number of exposures for each part of the body is to be based upon a
maximum yearly dose of 5 kJ/m , weighted according to the erythema action spectrum of
Figure 103 and taking into account the recommended schedule of exposure.

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Bibliography
The bibliography of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
Addition:
IEC 61228, Fluorescent ultraviolet lamps used for tanning – Measurement and specification method
NOTE Harmonized as EN 61228 (not modified).

ISO 13732-1, Ergonomics of the thermal environment – Methods for the assessment of human
responses to contact with surfaces – Part 1: Hot surfaces
NOTE Harmonized as EN ISO 13732-1 (not modified).

IEC 60335-2-27 ®
Edition 5.0 2009-12
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
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Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety –
Part 2-27: Particular requirements for appliances for skin exposure to ultraviolet
and infrared radiation
INTERNATIONAL
ELECTROTECHNICAL
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ICS 13.120; 97.170 ISBN 978-2-88910-146-7
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CONTENTS
FOREWORD.04
INTRODUCTION.1H1H7
1 Scope.2H2H8
2 Normative references .3H3H8
3 Definitions .4H4H8
4 General requirement.5H5H9
5 General conditions for the tests .6H6H9
6 Classification.7H7H9
7 Marking and instructions.8H8H10
8 Protection against access to live parts.9H9H13
9 Starting of motor-operated appliances .10H10H13
10 Power input and current .11H11H13
11 Heating .12H12H13
12 Void.13H13H14
13 Leakage current and electric strength at operating temperature.14H14H14
14 Transient overvoltages .15H15H14
15 Moisture resistance .16H16H14
16 Leakage current and electric strength.17H17H14
17 Overload protection of transformers and associated circuits .18H18H14
18 Endurance.19H19H14
19 Abnormal operation .20H20H15
20 Stability and mechanical hazards .21H21H15
21 Mechanical strength .22H22H16
22 Construction .23H23H16
23 Internal wiring.24H24H19
24 Components .25H25H19
25 Supply connection and external flexible cords .26H26H20
26 Terminals for external conductors.27H27H20
27 Provision for earthing .28H28H20
28 Screws and connections .29H29H20
29 Clearances, creepage distances and solid insulation .30H30H20
30 Resistance to heat and fire.31H31H20
31 Resistance to rusting.32H32H21
32 Radiation, toxicity and similar hazards.33H33H21
34H34H27
Annexes .
Annex AA (normative) Measurement of luminance .35H35H28
Annex BB (informative) Detailed classification of UV appliances .36H36H29
Annex CC (informative) Fluorescent UV lamp equivalency code .37H37H31
Annex DD (informative) Guidelines for the development of an exposure time schedule .38H38H32
Bibliography.39H39H33

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Figure 101 – Measuring points for appliances that are arranged over a person .40H40H24
Figure 102 – Measuring points for appliances exposing a sitting person .41H41H24
Figure 103 – UV action spectra.42H42H25

Table 101 – Maximum transmission of goggles .43H43H23
Table BB.1 – Limits of effective irradiance .44H44H30

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INTERNATIONAL ELECTROTECHNICAL COMMISSION
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HOUSEHOLD AND SIMILAR ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES –
SAFETY –
Part 2-27: Particular requirements for appliances
for skin exposure to ultraviolet and infrared radiation

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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 fifth edition cancels and replaces the fourth edition published in 2002, its Amendment 1
(2004) and Amendment 2 (2007). It constitutes a technical revision.
The principal changes in this edition as compared with the fourth edition of IEC 60335-2-27
are as follows (minor changes are not listed):
– clarification of the radiation measurement procedure (32.101);
– guidelines for an exposure time schedule (Annex DD).

60335-2-27 © IEC:2009(E) – 5 –
The text of this standard is based on the following documents:
FDIS Report on voting
61/3911/FDIS 61/3969/RVD
Full information on the voting for the approval of this standard can be found in the report on
voting indicated in the above table.
This publication has been drafted in accordance with the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2.
This part 2 is to be used in conjunction with the latest edition of IEC 60335-1 and its
amendments. It was established on the basis of the fourth edition (2001) 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 ultraviolet and infrared 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 the base publication and its amendments will
remain unchanged until the maintenance result date 0F indicated on the IEC web site under
"http://webstore.iec.ch" in the data related to the specific publication. At this date, the
publication 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).
– Clause 22: Series resistors are to be incorporated in some UV emitters (Australia).
– 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).
– 32.101: The total erythema effective UV irradiance shall not be greater than 0,3 W/m (Belgium)
– 32.101: The effective irradiance limits and wavelength intervals are different (Spain).
– 32.102: The requirements for protective goggles are different (USA).
– Annex DD: The recommended number of exposures for each part of the body is to be based upon a maximum
yearly dose of 5 kJ/m , weighted according to the erythema action spectrum shown in Figure 103 and taking
into account the recommended schedule of exposure (Finland).
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.
A bilingual version of this publication may be issued at a later date.

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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 ultraviolet and infrared 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 ultraviolet or infrared radiation, for household and similar
use, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V for single-phase appliances and 480 V for
other appliances.
Appliances not intended for normal household use but which nevertheless may be a source of
danger to the public, such as appliances intended to be used in tanning salons, beauty
parlours and similar premises, are also within the scope of this standard.
As far as practicable, this standard deals with the common hazards presented by appliances
that are encountered by persons using the UV 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 101 Attention is drawn to the fact that
– for appliances intended to be used in vehicles or on board ships or aircraft, additional requirements may 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 102 This standard does not apply to
– appliances for medical purposes;
– 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.
3 Definitions
This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.

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3.101
ultraviolet emitter
UV emitter
radiating source constructed to emit non-ionizing electromagnetic energy at wavelengths of
400 nm or less
NOTE A fluorescent UV lamp for tanning is an example of a UV emitter.
3.102
infrared emitter
IR emitter
radiating source constructed to emit electromagnetic energy at wavelengths of 800 nm or longer
3.103
effective irradiance
irradiance of electromagnetic radiation weighted according to a specified action spectrum
3.104
UV filter
device used to reduce or modify the ultra-violet radiation passing through it by altering the
spectral distribution of the radiation
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.
5.1 Addition:
Appliances with UV emitters are tested as motor-operated appliances.
Appliances with IR emitters only are tested as heating 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 may 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.

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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 “not for household use” symbol shown in 7.6 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 emitters that are recommended for use.
Appliances having UV emitters shall be marked with the substance of the following:
WARNING: Ultraviolet radiation can cause injury to eyes and skin, such as skin aging
and eventually skin cancer. Read instructions carefully. Wear the protective
goggles provided. Certain medicines and cosmetics may increase
sensitivity.
NOTE 102 For appliances having UV emitters intended only for use in tanning salons, beauty parlours and
similar premises, this warning may be given on a permanent label intended to be fixed on the wall adjacent to the
UV appliance. The wording "Read instructions carefully" may be replaced by "Consult the attendant for further
information".
Appliances having UV emitters with a luminance exceeding 100 000 cd/m² shall be marked
with the substance of the following:
WARNING: Intense light. Do not stare at the emitter.
NOTE 103 The method of measuring luminance is given in Annex AA.
NOTE 104 If these warnings are combined, the word “warning” need not be repeated.
7.6 Addition:
Not for household use
NOTE 101 This symbol incorporates the prohibition sign of ISO 3864-1.
7.12 Addition:
The instructions shall give clear information with regard to the proper use of the appliance.
UV appliances shall include a statement that non-users, especially children, must not be
present when the appliance is being operated.

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The instructions for appliances having UV emitters shall include the substance of the
following:
– a statement that UV appliances are not to be used by
• persons under the age of 18 years;
• persons who tend to freckle;
• persons with a natural red hair colour;
• persons having abnormal discoloured patches on the skin;
• persons having a large number of moles;
• persons having asymmetrical irregularly shaped moles larger than 5 mm in diameter
with variable pigmentation and irregular borders; in case of doubt, seek medical
advice;
• persons suffering from sunburn;
• persons not able to tan at all or persons that burn easily when exposed to the sun;
• persons having a history of frequent severe sunburn during childhood;
• persons suffering from or previously suffering from skin cancer or predisposed to skin
cancer;
• persons under a doctors care for diseases that involve photosensitivity;
• persons receiving photosensitising medications.
– a statement that if unexpected side effects, such as itching, occur within 48 h of the first
session of using a UV appliance, medical advice should be sought prior to further UV
exposure;
– a statement that exposures should not exceed the minimal amount of UV radiation
exposure required to cause perceptible reddening of the skin (a person's minimal
erythemal dose (MED);
– a statement that if skin reddening (erythema) is visible approximately 16 h – 24 h after any
exposure, further exposure should cease. After one week, exposures may be restarted
from the beginning of the schedule of exposure;
– information concerning the intended exposure distance (unless this is controlled by the
construction of the UV appliance);
– recommended schedule of exposure specifying duration and intervals (based on the UV
emitter characteristics, distances and skin sensitivity), see Annex DD;
– recommended number of exposures that should not be exceeded in one year, see
Annex DD;
– a statement that the appliance must not be used if the timer is faulty or the filter is broken
or removed;
– identification of alternative components that may influence the ultraviolet radiation, such
as filters and reflectors;
– identification of replaceable UV emitters and a statement that they are only to be
replaced by types marked on the appliance. For fluorescent UV lamps for tanning, it shall
be stated that they are only to be replaced by types marked with an equivalency code, the
UV component of which falls within the UV component equivalency code range that is
marked on the appliance. In this case, an example of the equivalency code shall be given
and the UV component aspect of the fluorescent UV lamp for tanning equivalency code
shall be explained.
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The instructions for appliances having UV emitters shall contain the substance of the
following information and precautions:
– ultraviolet radiation from the sun or from UV appliances can cause skin or eye damage
that may be irreversible. These biological effects depend upon the quality and quantity of
the radiation as well as the skin sensitivity of the individual;
– the skin may develop sunburn after overexposure. Excessively repeated exposures to
ultraviolet radiation from the sun or from UV appliances may lead to premature ageing of
the skin as well as increased risk of development of skin tumours. These risks increase
with increasing cumulative UV exposure. Exposure at an early age increases the risk of
skin damage later in life;
– the unprotected eye may develop surface inflammation and in some cases damage may
occur to the retina after excessive exposure. Cataracts may develop after many repeated
exposures;
– in cases of pronounced individual sensitivity or allergic reaction to ultraviolet radiation,
medical advice is recommended before starting exposure;
– the type reference of the protective goggles to be used;
– the following precautions must be taken:
• always use the protective goggles provided. Contact lenses and sun glasses are not a
substitute for goggles;
• remove cosmetics well in advance of exposure and do not use any sunscreens or
products that accelerate tanning;
• certain medical conditions or side effects of certain medicines may be aggravated by
ultraviolet exposure. In case of doubt, seek medical advice;
• allow at least 48 h between the first two exposures;
• do not sunbathe and use the appliance on the same day;
• follow the recommendations concerning exposure durations, exposure intervals and
distances from the lamp;
• seek medical advice if persistent lumps or sores appear on the skin or if there are
changes in pigmented moles;
• protect sensitive skin parts such as scars, tattoos and genitals from exposure.
For appliances having a lid that has to be opened in normal use, the instructions shall include
a warning that the appliance must not be switched on with the lid in the closed position and
that, before closing the lid for storage, the appliance must be disconnected from the supply
and allowed to cool down.
NOTE 101 This warning is not required if the appliance complies with the tests of 19.2 and 19.3.
The instructions for appliances having IR emitters shall include advice for the protection of
the eyes against exposure to infrared radiation and advise that adequate precautions must be
taken to safeguard the user against the dangers of excessive exposure.
If the “Not for household use” symbol is used, its meaning shall be explained.
7.14 Addition:
The height of the “not for household use” symbol shall be at least 10 mm.
Compliance is checked by measurement.

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7.15 Addition:
The additional warnings and markings specified in 7.1 of this Part 2 shall be visible after the
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