EN 60335-2-3: 2020 Massager CE Safety Standard Testing

EN 60335-2-3:2020 Electric Massage Appliances CE Certification Safety Standard

EN 60335-2-32:2015 is a European standard, part of the IEC 60335 series of standards, specifically titled "Safety of household and similar electrical appliances - Part 2-3: Particular requirements for electric massage appliances".

Scope of EN 60335-2-32 Standard:

The EN 60335-2-32 standard applies to electric massage appliances for household and similar purposes. This includes various forms and types of electric massage devices designed to provide massage, vibration, or similar physical effects for relaxation, health care, or similar purposes. The standard mainly focuses on the safety requirements for electric massage appliances.

Main Test Items of EN 60335-2-32:2015:

This standard includes a series of test items covering various aspects of electrical equipment to ensure safety. Below is an overview of the main test items that may be included:

1. Electrical Safety:

   - Insulation resistance and leakage current tests.

   - Grounding and grounding resistance tests.

   - Reliability tests of electrical connections.

2. Mechanical Strength and Structure:

   - Tests for mechanical strength and stability to ensure the device is stable and not easily toppled under normal use conditions.

3. Temperature Rise:

   - Tests for temperature rise during normal use to ensure the device does not overheat during operation.

4. Protection Level:

   - Tests for the protection level of the device's casing and external parts to ensure compliance with dust and water protection regulations.

5. Safety of Electrical Components:

   - Safety tests of electrical components to ensure they do not cause personal injury.

6. Switches and Control Devices:

   - Tests for the reliability and safety of the device's switches and control devices.

7. Stability:

   - Tests for the stability of the device to prevent it from tipping or tilting during normal use.

8. Materials and Construction:

   - Evaluation of the materials and construction of the device to ensure they meet safety requirements.

Test Items of EN 60335-2-32:2015 Standard:

1. Marking and Instructions

2. Protection against Access to Live Parts

3. Starting of Motor-Operated Appliances

4. Input Power and Current

5. Heating

6. Leakage Current and Electric Strength at Operating Temperature

7. Moisture Resistance

8. Leakage Current and Electric Strength

9. Overload Protection of Transformers and Associated Circuits

10. Endurance

11. Abnormal Operation

12. Stability and Mechanical Hazards

13. Mechanical Strength

14. Construction

15. Internal Wiring

16. Power Supply Connection and External Flexible Cords

17. Terminals for External Conductors

18. Provision for Earthing

19. Screws and Connections

20. Clearances, Creepage Distances and Solid Insulation

21. Resistance to Heat and Fire

Electric massage appliances sold in the European market typically need to undergo a series of product certifications to ensure compliance with European safety standards and regulations.