Household Appliances Testing and Certification
The world of household appliances knows no borders. Nevertheless, any company wishing to open up new sectors of this global market has to overcome certain hurdles - otherwise known as European and national directives. This is where TÜV Rheinland Product Safety can offer its support.
In order to achieve success on a global scale, domestic appliances must offer a high degree of safety.
The requirements for their testing are as different as the types of product covered by the term "General Appliances." In terms of testing and certification, TÜV Rheinland separates appliances into the following groups:
Group 1: Portable appliances
This group covers household appliances which usually have a weight of less than 18kg, including:
- Heating appliances, such as toasters, induction hot plates, electric pots, coffee makers, electric fryers, waffle makers, electric glue guns, electric heaters, etc.
- Motor appliances, such as vacuum-cleaners, juice blenders, sewing machines, chargers, massage appliances, dehumidifiers, aquarium pumps, water pumps, fans, etc.
- Combined appliances, such as tumble dryers, room heaters, etc.
Group 2: Hand-held appliances
This group of products includes lightweight electric appliances usually held by the hand when used, such as steam irons, shavers, hair cutters, food blenders, hand-held massage machines, electric glue guns, heat guns, soldering irons, etc.
Group 3: Stationary appliances
This group covers appliances that are either fixed to a support or weigh more than 18kg, such as refrigerators, air-conditioners, ceiling fans, wall-mounted electric water heaters, wall-mounted air cleaners, massage chairs, vending machines, treadmills, etc.
Group 4: Built-in appliances
Items in this product group are usually intended to be installed as part of cabinets or walls, such as built-in fans, electric heaters, motors, motor compressors, etc.
Available test marks
Beside the GS Mark, T-Mark, and Bauart Mark, we also offer BSMI testing for the domestic market and CB test reports and certification for the international market. Our marks indicate that your product has been tested according to the relevant standards, saving valuable time and manpower as well as money and samples.
Which standards can be used for household appliance testing?
The general requirements for household appliances are listed in IEC/EN 60335-1 with reference to product-specific requirements set forth in IEC/EN 60335-2.
How to apply for testing?
Please submit the following documents for a detailed quotation:
- Picture or sample of appliance
- Circuit diagram
- Rating (wattage, voltage, current, frequency, protection class)
- Differences between different models in the event you apply for a model-series
When will the test start?
The quotation states the lead-time for testing which is usually 4-6 weeks. The test is started as soon as we have received
- all necessary samples (check your quotation for the sample size), and
- all required documents
Which documents are needed?
- Constructional Data Form (a list of safety relevant components)
- Constructional Drawings [explosion drawings, circuit diagrams, PCB layout, Bill Of Material (BOM), plastic specifications (UL-cards)]
- Artwork and material sample of rating label
- License for Safety approvals components
- User manual
Please contact us to know more about our household appliances testing services.
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