Describes the principal performance characteristics of house-hold electric irons and describes the methods of measuring these characteristics. Ironers and similar appliances are not covered. The primary characteristic to be taken into account in assessing the performance of an electric iron is its ability to produce a smooth finish to textile materials, without risk of scorching or other damage. Covers weight of the iron, length of flexible cord, heating-up time, hottest point, temperature distribution, sole-plate temperature, cyclic fluctuation of sole-plate temperature, drop under load, thermostat stability, heating-up time for steaming operation and spray performance.

BS 3999-7(1992) : 1992

IEC 60311 : 5.0 - Similar to