BS EN IEC 60335-2-110:2021

What is IEC 60335-2-110 about?  

IEC 60335-2-110 deals with the safety of microwave appliances intended for commercial use, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V for single-phase appliances connected between one phase and neutral and 480 V for other appliances. 

Note 1: In general, IEC 60335-2-110 does not consider 

• People (including children) whose 
• Physical, sensory, or mental capabilities; or 
• Lack of experience and knowledge prevents them from using the appliance safely without supervision or instruction 
• Children playing with the appliance. 

Note 2: Appliances covered by IEC 60335-2-110 incorporate an open-ended applicator (as for example an overview is given in Figure 103) for treatment of the load. They are divided into three types: 

• With insertion applicator, typically for moisture removal by insertion into holes in floors, walls or ceilings (an example is given 
• With large area contacting applicator, typically for drying of floors, walls or ceilings (examples are given 
• With small area contacting applicator, typically for paint removal and spot-heating (an example is given)  

Note 3: IEC 60335-2-110 does not apply to: 

• Household microwave ovens, including combination microwave ovens 
• Commercial microwave ovens with a cavity door, commercial combination microwave ovens with a cavity door and commercial microwave ovens without a cavity door and with transportation means  
• Industrial microwave heating equipment 
• Appliances for medical purposes 
• appliances and equipment for laboratory use  
• 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) 

Note 4: Some of the specifications and tests in IEC 60335-2-110 are not applicable for any other than 2 450 MHz appliances. 

Note 5: IEC 60335-2-110 also covers abnormal situations that can be expected in practice and considers the way in which electromagnetic phenomena can affect the safe operation of appliances. 

Who is IEC 60335-2-110 for? 

IEC 60335-2-110 on commercial microwave appliances is applicable to: 

• Microwave manufacturers and suppliers 
• End users 

Why should you use IEC 60335-2-110?  

Commercial microwaves are constructed with higher quality materials and designed for superior durability. 

IEC 60335-2-110 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. 

IEC 60335-2-110 recognizes internationally accepted level of protection against hazards such as electrical, mechanical, thermal, fire and radiation of appliances when operated as in normal use considering the manufacturer's instructions. 

IEC 60335-2-110 specifies the manufacturer's instructions for use and provides recommended operating procedures and safety precautions for users 

What’s changed since the last update?  

BS EN IEC 60335-2-110:2021 is derived from IEC 60335‑2‑110:2013.