BS EN 60335-2-54:2008+A1:2015 PDF Download

A safety standard called BS EN 60335-2-54:2008+A1:2015 explicitly covers the needs of appliances used in homes that use liquids or steam for surface cleaning. These appliances have a maximum rated voltage of 250 V and are made to clean surfaces using steam or liquid cleaning chemicals. Wallpaper removers are also covered by the standard.

This standard's objective is to guarantee the security of this equipment and safeguard users from any risks. It takes into account the typical dangers that people could experience in domestic settings and other comparable locations. It does not, however, take into account the risks associated with children using or playing with the device. Situations involving extremely vulnerable people can require additional factors to be taken into account beyond those covered by this standard.

It is important to note that some cleaning equipment, including floor treatment and wet scrubbing machines, cleaning equipment permanently fixed to a building, and cleaning equipment with particular characteristics, such as high pressure, high temperature, or high power input, may not be covered by this standard. The scope of this standard does not apply to appliances designed for commercial or industrial use, places with particular characteristics (such as caustic or explosive atmospheres), or fabric steamers.

The standard also recognizes that certain appliances intended for use in vehicles, ships, or aircraft may need to meet additional requirements and that national health authorities, labor protection authorities, and other similar organizations may have their own unique standards in various countries.