Safety of Household and Similar Electrical Appliances - Part 2: Particular Requirements for Sewing Machines
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The safety criteria for electric sewing machines used in households and other comparable applications are outlined in the CAN/CSA-E60335-2-28-01 (R2015) standard. The standard applies to sewing machines with a maximum rated voltage of 480 V for other appliances and 250 V for single-phase appliances. Electrical setups and overlocking machines are also included.
The standard covers sewing machines operated by laypeople in retail establishments and light industry that could endanger the public. It addresses typical risks connected with home equipment to guarantee the security of everyone inside and outside the house. However, it does not take into account the risks associated with children playing with the device or the use of appliances by elderly or infirm people who are not under adult supervision.
Additional considerations in the standard emphasize the possibility of unique needs for appliances used in cars, ships, airplanes, or tropical nations. It also admits that in other nations, extra criteria can be imposed by national health authorities, labor protection authorities, and other such organizations.
It is significant to highlight that this standard does not apply to appliances used in locations with particular characteristics, such as corrosive or explosive atmospheres (dust, vapor, or gas), or to appliances designed solely for industrial uses.
| Descriptors | Household Safety, Household Appliances, Electrical Safety, Electrical Appliances, Domestic Safety, Sewing Machines |
| ICS Codes | 13.120 - Domestic safety 61.080 - Sewing machines and other equipment for the clothing industry 97.030 - Domestic electrical appliances in general 97.180 - Miscellaneous domestic and commercial equipment |
| Language(s) | English + French |
| File Size | 1.5 MB |
