AS/NZS 60335.2.27:2016

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.

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.Appliances not intended for normal household use but which nevertheless may be a source ofdanger to the public, such as appliances intended to be used in tanning salons, beautyparlours and similar premises, are also within the scope of this standard.As far as practicable, this standard deals with the common hazards presented by appliancesthat are encountered by persons using the appliances in tanning salons, beauty parlours andsimilar 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 knowledgeprevents 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.

Originated in Australia in part as AS 3315—1992.Originated in New Zealand as NZS 6327:1992.Jointly revised and redesignated AS/NZS 3350.2.27:1996.Jointly revised and redesignated AS/NZS 60335.2.27:2004.Jointly revised and redesignated as AS/NZS 60335.2.27:2010.Jointly revised and redesignated as AS/NZS 60335.2.27:2016. Originated in Australia in part as AS 3315-1992. Originated in New Zealand as NZS 6327:1992. Jointly revised and redesignated AS/NZS 3350.2.27:1996. Jointly revised and redesignated AS/NZS 60335.2.27:2004. Jointly revised and redesignated as AS/NZS 60335.2.27:2010. Jointly revised and redesignated as AS/NZS 60335.2.27:2016. Reissued incorporating Amendment No. 1 (June 2017).