AS/NZS 60335.2.12:2004 (R2016) PDF Download

The safety of electric warming plates, warming trays, and comparable equipment that are used to keep food or vessels warm for domestic usage or other similar applications is the topic of the AS/NZS 60335.2.12:2004 (R2016) standard. Appliances with a rated voltage of up to 250 V must adhere to this specification.

Appliances that are not intended for regular household use but could endanger the public are likewise covered by this standard. This covers common household equipment used in retail establishments, small-scale industries, and farms. The standard intends to address frequent risks connected to these equipment that people may experience inside and outside of their homes.

It's crucial to remember that the standard does not cover specific usage scenarios involving small children, elderly people who are not being watched, or instances of young children playing with the appliance. Appliances used in automobiles, ships, or aircraft may also need to meet additional regulations, as well as any national standards established by health authorities, labor protection authorities, and other similar organizations around the world.

Appliances made of flexible materials, those designed for use in environments with particular characteristics like corrosive or explosive atmospheres, and those used only for commercial catering or industrial applications are exempt from this norm.