Safety of household and similar electrical appliances; part 2: particular requirements for floor treatment and floor cleaning machines, for industrial and commercial use

This document establishes specific safety requirements for electrically operated machines designed for industrial and commercial applications in the field of floor processing and cleaning. It serves as a supplementary standard to the general safety rules for household and similar electrical appliances, addressing the unique hazards and operational conditions found in professional environments. The scope covers equipment such as scrubber dryers, floor polishers, and industrial vacuum cleaners, detailing necessary construction, performance, and testing criteria to ensure user safety. Particular attention is given to aspects like electrical insulation, mechanical strength, and protection against fire or electric shock under continuous use. These provisions define the technical specifications that manufacturers must adhere to when producing such devices for commercial settings, ensuring that safety measures are robust enough for higher duty cycles and different operational stresses compared to residential models. The text outlines compliance methods and verification procedures relevant to this specialized category of machinery without altering the fundamental safety principles found in the core standard.