AS/NZS 60335.2.96:2020 (IEC TEXT) PDF Download

According to AS/NZS 60335.2.96:2020, which is titled "Household and Similar Electrical Appliances—Safety—Part 2.96: Particular Requirements for Flexible Sheet Heating Elements for Room Heating," flexible sheet heating elements used for room heating in household and similar electrical appliances must meet certain safety standards. The heating elements that are intended to be mounted on the floor, the walls, the ceiling, or other surfaces in the room must comply with this specification.

For these heating elements, the standard specifies a number of safety standards, such as electrical and mechanical safety, protection against electric shock, protection against thermal hazards, and protection against fire hazards. It addresses issues including insulation, temperature regulation, overcurrent safety, and installation specifications. In order to assure compliance with the safety standards, the standard also includes rules for warning labels, usage instructions, and testing techniques.

Users of this standard should be aware that AS/NZS 60335.2.96:2002 will no longer be valid as of June 26, 2023; instead, AS/NZS 60335.2.96:2020 will take its place. The specific standards that apply in a given jurisdiction should be confirmed by consulting with the regulatory authorities because they may apply these rules at different times.