What is BS EN 60335-2-99 - Requirements for commercial electric hoods about?
BS EN 60335-2 is a European standard that discusses the safety of the household and similar electrical appliances. BS EN 60335-2-99 is a part of a multi-series standard that specifies safety requirements for commercial electric hoods.
BS EN 60335-2-99 deals with the safety of electrically operated commercial hoods intended for installation above commercial cooking appliances such as ranges, griddles, griddle grills and deep fat fryers, and not intended for household use, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V for single phase hoods connected between one phase and neutral, and 480 V for other hoods.
Only single complete units and hoods supplied as separate parts which when assembled form a complete working hood, incorporating a fan, are within the scope of BS EN 60335-2-99.
Note: BS EN 60335-2-99 does not apply to:
- Domestic range hoods
- Purpose-built hoods, although this standard can be used as a guide (a purpose-built hood is either constructed on-site or specially constructed in the factory and is not mass produced)
- Hoods not incorporating a fan
- Hoods designed exclusively for industrial purposes
- Hoods 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 60335-2-99 - Requirements for commercial electric hoods for?
BS EN 60335-2-99 on requirements for commercial electric hoods is useful for:
- Manufacturers of electric hoods
- Quality control personnel
- Safety regulatory bodies
Why should you use BS EN 60335-2-99 - Requirements for commercial electric hoods?
Hoods are used, for example in restaurants, canteens, hospitals, and commercial enterprises such as bakeries, butcheries, etc.
BS EN 60335-2-99 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 60335-2-99 also provides you guidance on 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 which ensures the operational safety of commercial electric hoods. BS EN 60335-2-99 covers manual, range hoods, and other electric hoods which provides you the flexibility to choose the required method as per your needs.
As a user of BS EN 60335-2-99, you can be ensured of safety requirements and their verification for the design and construction of electric hoods. With obedience and compliance to BS EN 60335-2-99, you can efficiently manufacture high-quality electric hoods. BS EN 60335-2-99 helps you to build consumer trust and confidence in the product. With BS EN 60335-2-99 you can be ensured that the products consistently meet and exceed quality assurance targets. With BS EN 60335-2-99 you can ensure the safety of end consumers against hazards and injuries.