BS EN 60335-2-98:2003+A2:2008 PDF Download

A standard called BS EN 60335-2-98:2003+A2:2008 is concerned with the security of electric humidifiers used in homes and other similar settings. The standard is applicable to humidifiers with a maximum rated voltage of 480 volts for other appliances and 250 volts for single-phase appliances. This includes humidifiers that atomize water, evaporate water by heating it, and circulate air through a moist element, among other sorts of humidifiers.

The standard has requirements for appliances used by laypeople in light industry, farms, and stores that could endanger the public. It addresses typical risks connected to equipment that is present in and around the home. The safety of people who have physical, sensory, or mental impairments or kids who are playing with the device is not considered, nevertheless.

It is significant to note that humidifiers used in automobiles, ships, or aircraft could require additional specifications. In some nations, extra standards may also be stipulated by national health authorities, labor protection authorities, and similar bodies.

Humidifiers used in conjunction with HVAC systems, medical devices, equipment only intended for industrial use, and equipment used in environments with unique conditions like those with an explosive or corrosive atmosphere are not included in BS EN 60335-2-98.

General requirements, classification, marking, and instructions, protection against accessing live parts, power input and current, endurance, stability, mechanical dangers, construction, internal wiring, resistance to heat and fire, and many other areas are included in the standard. The standard also includes a bibliography and annexes.