scope:

This clause of Part 1 is applicable except as follows:

This standard applies to electrically heated commercial rinsing sinks not intended for household use.

The electrical part of appliances making use of other forms of energy is also within the scope of this standard.

This standard does not apply to:

- equipment which is primarily designed for sterilising to clinical standards;

- dishwashers;

- appliances designed exclusively for industrial purposes;

- 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).

For appliances intended to be used in vehicles or on board ships or aircraft, additional requirements may be necessary.

For appliances intended to be used in tropical countries, special requirements may be necessary.

Attention is drawn to the fact that in many countries additional requirements are specified by the national authorities responsible for health, for water supplies and for the protection of labour.