What is BS EN 60335-2-27 - Requirements for appliances for skin exposure about?
BS EN 60335-2 is a European standard that discusses the safety of households and similar electrical appliances. BS EN 60335-2-27 specifies requirements for appliances for skin exposure.
BS EN 60335-2-27 deals with the safety of electrical appliances incorporating emitters for exposing the skin to ultraviolet or infrared radiation, for household and similar use, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V for single-phase appliances and 480 V for other appliances.
Appliances not intended for normal household use, but which nevertheless may be a source of danger to the public, such as appliances intended to be used in tanning salons, beauty parlors and similar premises, are also within the scope of BS EN 60335-2-27.
Note1: As far as practicable, this standard deals with the common hazards presented by appliances that are encountered by persons using the UV appliances in tanning salons, beauty parlors and similar premises or at home. However, in general, BS EN 60335-2-27 does not take into account:
- Persons (including children) whose physical, sensory or mental capabilities; or lack of experience and knowledge
- Children playing with the appliance
Note2: BS EN 60335-2-27 does not apply to
- Appliances for medical purposes
- Appliances that use UV radiation for purposes other than tanning the skin
- Appliances intended to be used in locations where special conditions prevail, such as the presence of a corrosive or explosive atmosphere (dust, vapour, or gas)
Who is BS EN 60335-2-27 - Requirements for appliances for skin exposure for?
BS EN 60335-2-27 on the particular requirements for appliances for skin exposure is useful for:
- Manufacturers of appliances for skin exposure
- Quality control personnel
- Safety regulatory bodies
Why should you use BS EN 60335-2-27 - Requirements for appliances for skin exposure?
BS EN 60335-2-27 recognizes the internationally accepted level of protection against hazards such as electrical, mechanical, thermal, fire, and radiation of appliances when operated as in normal use taking into account the manufacturer's instructions.
BS EN 60335-2-27 covers abnormal situations that can be expected in practice and takes into account the way in which electromagnetic phenomena can affect the safe operation of appliances. BS EN 60335-2-27 provides information on the construction of the appliances for skin exposure to ultraviolet and infrared radiation which will ease the manufacturing process which will eliminate any possibility of failure or error and makes them efficient and reliable.
As a user of BS EN 60335-2-27, you can be ensured of the requirements and testing methods of electrical appliances incorporating emitters for exposing the skin to ultraviolet or infrared radiation. With obedience and compliance to BS EN 60335-2-27, you can efficiently manufacture high-quality appliances for skin exposure. BS EN 60335-2-27 helps you to build consumer trust and confidence in the product. With BS EN 60335-2-27 you can be ensured that the products consistently meet and exceed quality assurance targets. With BS EN 60335-2-27 you can ensure the safety of end-consumers against electric shock and other hazards.
