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All technical provisions of this standard are compulsory.
This standard is identical to IEC 62115:2003, Electric toys — Safety and A1:2004 (amendment of the IEC standard). Annex A, B, C and E of this standard are normative, Annex D of this standard is informative.
The main difference between this standard and IEC 62115 are:
According to China’s situation, IEC 60083 is replaced by GB 1002 and GB 1003 in the second section (Normative References) of this standard; the differences have been marked with single vertical lines on the page blank in the text.
This standard is identical to IEC 62115:2003 including amendment A1 (2004), content of the amendment have been introduced in the text of this standard, this difference has been marked with double vertical line on the page blank.
Annex A of GB 6675-2003(Mechanical and physical properties) will be replaced by this standard from the date of implementation of this standard.
This national standard was proposed by China National Light Industry Council.
This standard is under the jurisdiction of theNational Technical Committee on Household Appliances Condenser of Standardization Administration of China and National Technical Committee on Toy of Standardization Administration of China.
Drafting organizations of this standard: China Household Electric Applicance Research Institute, Certification Center of Light Industry Council, Guangzhou Testing & Inspection Institute for Household Electrical Appliances (GTIHEA), GTI, Shanghai Institute of Quality Inspection and Technical Research, Shantou Chenghai Meijiaxin Plastic Toy Co., Ltd., Shantou Hengtai Plastic Industrial Co., Ltd., Shanghai C.C.LEE Model Co., Ltd. and Guangdong Auldey Toy Industry Co., Ltd.
Chief drafting staffs of this standard: Yang Chunrong, Zhang Yanfen, Bing Xunwei, Liu Ronggui, Liu Gonggui, Yan Ganghua, Li Bingzhong, Pan Quan, Chen Yongqiang and Zhang Xia.
IEC Foreword
1) The IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) is a worldwide organization for standardization comprising all national electro technical committees (IEC National Committees). The object of the IEC is to promote international cooperation on all questions concerning standardization in the electrical and electronic fields. To this end and in addition to other activities, the IEC publishes International Standards. Their preparation is entrusted to technical committees; any IEC National Committee interested in the subject dealt with may participate in this preparatory work. International, governmental and non-governmental organizations liaising with the IEC also participate in this preparation. The IEC collaborates closely with the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) in accordance with conditions determined by agreement between the two organizations.
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5) The IEC provides no marking procedure to indicate its approval and cannot be rendered responsible for any equipment declared to be in conformity with one of its standards.
6) Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this International Standard may be the subject of patent rights. The IEC shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
International Standard IEC 62115 has been prepared by IEC technical committee 61: Safety of household and similar electrical appliances.
It forms the first edition of IEC 62115.
The text of this standard is based on the following documents:
FDIS Report on voting
61/2263/FDIS 61/2323/ RVD
Full information on the voting for the approval of this standard can be found in the report on voting indicated in the above table.
This publication has been drafted in accordance with the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2.
NOTE: The following print types are used:
- Requirements: in roman type;
– Test specifications: in italic type;
- Notes: in small roman type.
Words in bold in the text are defined in Clause 3. When a definition concerns an adjective, the adjective and the associated noun are also in bold.
The committee has decided that the contents of this publication will remain unchanged until 2004. At this date, the publication will be
• reconfirmed;
• withdrawn;
• replaced by a revised edition, or
• amended.
The following differences exist in the countries indicated below.
- 14.2 Controls are not allowed to be incorporated in the transformer (CENELEC countries).
A bilingual version of this publication may be issued at a later date.
Introduction
It has been assumed in the drafting of this International Standard that the execution of its provisions is entrusted to appropriately qualified and experienced people.
As a general rule, toys are designed and manufactured for particular categories of children. Their characteristics are related to the age and stage of development of the children and their intended use presupposes certain capabilities.
Accidents are frequently due to a toy either being given to a child for whom it is not intended or being used for a purpose other than for which it was designed. This standard does not eliminate parental responsibility for the appropriate selection of toys. It is assumed that when choosing a toy or a game, account is taken of the physical and mental development of the child who will be playing with it.
The aim of this standard is to reduce risks when playing with toys, especially those risks that are not evident to users. However, it has to be recognized that some toys have risks inherent in their use that cannot be avoided. Consideration has been given to reasonably foreseeable use, bearing in mind that children are not generally as careful as adults.
While this standard applies to new toys, it nevertheless takes into account the wear and tear of toys in use.
The fact that a toy complies with this standard does not absolve parents and other persons in charge of a child from the responsibility of supervising the child. Supervision is also necessary when children of various ages have access to the same toy.
This standard covers the whole range of electric toys from small button cell operated lights to large sit-on cars powered by lead-acid cells. This results in different requirements and tests according to the type of toy. For some toys, testing can be reduced if particular criteria are met (see Clause 6).
A toy that complies with the text of this standard will not necessarily be judged to comply with the safety principles of the standard if, when examined and tested, it is found to have other features that impair the level of safety covered by these requirements.
A toy employing materials or having forms of construction differing from those detailed in the requirements of this standard may be examined and tested according to the intent of the requirements and, if found to be substantially equivalent, may be judged to comply with the standard.
NATIONAL STANDARD
OF THE PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA
中华人民共和国国家标准
GB 19865-2005/IEC 62115:2003
Electric toys — Safety
电玩具的安全
1 Scope
This Standard deals with the safety of toys that have at least one function dependent on electricity.
NOTE 1: Examples of toys also within the scope of this standard are
– constructional sets;
– experimental sets;
– functional toys (models that have a function similar to an appliance or installation used by adults);
– video toys (toys consisting of a screen and activating means, such as a joystick or keyboard. Separate screens having a rated voltage exceeding 24 V are not considered to be a part of the toy).
Additional requirements for experimental toys are given in Annex A.
Toys using electricity for secondary functions are within the scope of this standard.
NOTE 2: Additional requirements for toys incorporating lasers and light-emitting diodes are given in Annex E.
In order to comply with this standard, electric toys also have to comply with Annex E of GB 6675-2003, since it covers hazards other than those arising by the use of electricity.
NOTE 3: Transformers for toys and battery chargers are not considered to be a toy, even if supplied with it.
NOTE 4 : If it is intended that a child also plays with the packaging, the latter is considered to be part of the toy.
NOTE 5: This standard does not apply to
– toy steam engines;
– scale models for adult collectors;
– folk dolls and decorative dolls and other similar articles for adult collectors;
– sports equipment;
– aquatic equipment intended to be used in deep water;
– equipment intended to be used collectively in playgrounds;
– amusement machines (GB 4706.69);
– professional toys installed in public places (shopping centres, stations, etc.);
– products containing heating elements intended for use under the supervision of an adult in a teaching context;
– portable child-appealing luminaires (GB 7000.4);
– Christmas decorations.
2 Normative References
The following referenced documents are indispensable for the application of this document. For dated references, only the dated versions apply to this standard. For undated references, the latest edition of the normative document (including all the amendments) is applicable to this standard.
GB 1002 “Single phase plugs and socket-outlets for household and similar purposes - Types basic parameters and dimensions”
GB 1003 “Three phases plugs and socket-outlets for household and similar purposes - Types, basic parameters and dimensions”
GB 4208-1993 “Degrees of protection provided by enclosure (IP code) (eqv IEC 60529:1989)”
GB/T 5169.5-1997 “Fire hazard testing for electric and electronic products-Part 2: Test methods-Section 2: Needle-flame test (idt IEC 60695-2-2:1991)”
GB/T 5169.11-1997 “Fire hazard testing for electric and electronic products-Test methods-Glow-wire end-product test and guidance (idt IEC 60695-2-1/1:1994)”
GB/T 5169.13-1999 “Fire hazard testing for electric and electronic products-Test methods-Glow-wire ignitability test on materials (idt IEC 60695-2-1/3:1994)”
GB/T 5169.16-2002 “Fire hazard testing for electric and electronic products--Part 16:50 W horizontal and vertical flame test methods (idt IEC 60695-11-10:1999)”
GB/T 5465.2-1996 “Graphical symbols for use on electrical equipment (idt IEC 60417:1994)”
GB 6675-2003 “Annex C-National Safety Technical Code for Toys: Migration of certain elements (idt ISO 8124-3:1997)”
GB 6675-2003 “Annex A-National Safety Technical Code for Toys: Mechanical and physical properties (idt ISO 8124-1:2000)”
GB/T 7153-2002 “Directly heated positive step-function temperature coefficient thermistors--Part 1:Generic specification (idt IEC 60738-1:1998)”
GB 7247.1-2001 “Safety of laser products--Part 1:Equipment classification,requirements and users guide (idt IEC 60825-1:1993)”
GB/T 14472-1998 “Fixed capacitors for use in electronic equipment --Part 14:Sectional specification Fixed capacitors for electromagnetic interference suppression and connection to the supply mains (idt IEC 60384-14:1993)”
GB 15092.1-2003 “Switches for appliances—Part 1:General requirements (idt IEC 61058-1:2000)”
GB/T 16273(All parts) “Graphical symbols for use on equipment (neq ISO 7000)”
GB 17465.1-1998 “Appliance couplers for household and similar general purposes--Part 1 :General requirements (eqv IEC 320-1:1994)”
IEC 60068-2-75:1997 “Environmental testing – Part 2-75: Tests – Test Eh: Hammer tests”
IEC 60086-2000 “Primary batteries – Part 2: Physical and electrical specifications”
IEC 60695-2-13:2000 “Fire hazard testing – Part 2-13: Glowing/hot-wire based test methods –Glow-wire ignitability test method for materials”
IEC 60695-10-2:2001 “Fire hazard testing – Part 10-2: Guidance and test methods for the minimization of the effects of abnormal heat on electrotechnical products involved in fires –Section 2: Method for testing products made from non-metallic materials for resistance to heat using the ball pressure test”
IEC 60730-1:1999 “Automatic electrical controls for household and similar use – Part 1:General requirements”
IEC 61032:1997 “Protection of persons and equipment by enclosures – Probes for verification”
IEC 61558-2-7:1997 “Safety of power transformers, power supply units and similar – Part 2: Particular requirements for transformers for toys”
ISO 9772:2003 ”Cellular plastics – Determination of horizontal burning characteristics of small specimens subjected to a small flame”
3 Definitions
The following definitions are applicable to this document.
NOTE: When the terms “voltage” and “current” are used, they imply r.m.s. values unless otherwise specified.
3.1.1
toy
product intended for use by children under 14 years old for playing purposes.
3.1.2
battery toy
toy that contains or uses one or more batteries as the only source of electrical energy.
NOTE: The batteries may be in a battery box.
3.1.3
transformer toy
toy that is connected to the supply mains through a transformer for toys and using the supply mains as the only source of electrical energy.
3.1.4
dual-supply toy
toy that can be operated as a battery toy and either simultaneously or alternatively as a transformer toy.
3.1.5
battery box
separate compartment for containing the batteries that is detachable from the toy.
3.1.6
replaceable battery
battery that can be replaced without breaking the toy.
3.1.7
safety isolating transformer
transformer, the input winding of which is electrically separated from the output winding by insulation at least equivalent to double insulation or reinforced insulation, which provides a supply at safety extra-low voltage.
3.1.8
transformer for toys
safety isolating transformer specially designed to supply toys operating at safety extra-low voltage not exceeding 24 V.
NOTE: The transformer may supply a.c. or d.c., or both.
3.1.9
constructional set
collection of electric, electronic or mechanical parts intended to be assembled as various toys.
3.1.10
experimental set
collection of electric, electronic or mechanical components intended to be assembled in various combinations to demonstrate physical phenomena or other functions by children.
NOTE: The assembly is not intended to create a toy or product for practical use.
3.2.1
rated voltage
voltage assigned to the toy by the manufacturer.
3.2.2
working voltage
maximum voltage to which the part under consideration is subjected when the toy is supplied at its rated voltage and operating under normal operation.
NOTE: The change of voltage resulting from the operation of a switch or failure of a lamp is taken into account. However, the effect of transient voltages is ignored.
3.2.3
rated power input
power input assigned to the toy by the manufacturer.
3.2.4
rated current
current assigned to the toy by the manufacturer.
NOTE: If no current is assigned to the toy, the rated current is the current measured when the toy is supplied at rated voltage and operated under normal operation.
3.2.5
normal operation
condition under which the toy is played with as intended or in a foreseeable way when it is energized.
Sit-on toys and stand-on toys are loaded with:
–25 kg, if intended for children up to 3 years old;
–50 kg, if intended for older children.
3.3.1
clearance
shortest distance in air between two conductive parts or between a conductive part and the accessible surface.
3.3.2
creepage distance
shortest distance along the surface of insulation between two conductive parts or between a conductive part and the accessible surface.
3.4.1
detachable part
part that can be removed without the aid of a tool, a part that can be removed by a tool supplied with the toy, or a part that is removed in accordance with the instructions for use even if a tool is needed for removal.
NOTE: A part that can be opened is considered to be a part that can be removed.
3.4.2
accessible part
part or surface that can be touched by means of test probe 181) or 191) of IEC 61032, depending on the relevant age group.
NOTE: Both probes are relevant for toys intended for children spanning the two age groups.
3.4.3
tool
screwdriver, coin or other object that may be used to operate a screw, clip or similar fixing means.
3.5.1
thermostat
temperature-sensing device, the operating temperature of which may be either fixed or adjustable and which during normal operation keeps the temperature of the controlled part between certain limits by automatically opening and closing a circuit.
3.5.2
thermal cut-out
device that during abnormal operation limits the temperature of the controlled part by automatically opening the circuit or by reducing the current and that is constructed so that its setting cannot be altered by the user.
3.5.3
self-resetting thermal cut-out
thermal cut-out that automatically restores the current after the relevant part of the toy has cooled down sufficiently.
3.5.4
non-self-resetting thermal cut-out
thermal cut-out that requires a manual operation for resetting or replacement of a part, in order to restore the current.
3.5.5
electronic component
part in which conduction is achieved principally by electrons moving through a vacuum, gas or semiconductor.
3.5.6
electronic circuit
circuit incorporating at least one electronic component.
4 General requirement
Toys shall be constructed so that they do not jeopardise the safety and/or health of users or third parties when they are used as intended or in a foreseeable way.
5 General conditions for the tests
Unless otherwise specified, tests are carried out in accordance with this clause.
NOTE: Some tests on battery toys can result in rupture or explosion of the batteries. Adequate precautions should be taken when conducting such tests.
5.1 Tests according to this standard are type tests.
5.2 The tests are carried out on a single sample that shall withstand all the relevant tests. However, the tests of Clauses 14 to 17 may be made on separate samples. If the toy does not operate after the tests of Clause 9, the subsequent tests are carried out on a separate sample.
NOTE 1: Additional samples may be required if the toy is constructed:
–for different supply voltages;
– for both a.c. and d.c.;
– for different speeds.
NOTE 2: The testing of components may require the submission of additional samples of these components.
NOTE 3: The cumulative stress resulting from successive tests on electronic circuits is to be avoided. It may be necessary to replace components or to use additional samples. The number of additional samples should be kept to a minimum by an evaluation of the relevant electronic circuits.
5.3 The tests are carried out in the order of the clauses.
If it is evident from the construction of the toy that a particular test is not applicable, this test is not carried out.
5.4 If a toy is intended to be assembled by a child, the requirements apply to each part accessible to the child and to the assembled toy. If a toy is intended to be assembled by an adult, the requirements apply to the assembled toy.
5.5 The tests are carried out with the toy or any movable part of it placed in the most unfavourable position when the toy is used as intended or in any foreseeable way. Battery compartment covers are opened or removed. Other detachable parts are removed or kept in position, whichever is more unfavourable.
5.6 Toys provided with controls or switching devices are tested with these controls or devices adjusted to their most unfavourable setting, if the setting can be altered by the user.
5.7 Detachable cords supplied with the toy are considered to be part of the toy and are tested with it.
5.8 Battery toys intended for use with a battery box are tested with the battery box supplied with the toy or with the battery box recommended in the instructions. Transformer toys are tested with the transformer supplied with the toy. If the toy is supplied without a transformer, it is tested with a transformer recommended in the instructions.
Dual-supply toys are tested with the most unfavourable supply allowed by the construction, the type of supply being evaluated for each test.
5.9 Battery toys are tested using new non-rechargeable batteries or fully charged rechargeable batteries, whichever is more unfavourable.
NOTE 1: In general a fully charged nickel-cadmium battery or a new alkaline battery is considered to be the most unfavourable battery.
The batteries used are those with the voltage and size specified on the toy or in the instructions. Similar batteries that are generally available are used if this results in more unfavourable conditions.
NOTE 2: Lithium batteries are not used unless their use is recommended in the instructions.
NOTE 3: If the toy fails to withstand a test and this could be due to a defective battery, the test is repeated with a new set of batteries.
5.10 When alternative accessories are made available by the manufacturer, the toy is tested with those accessories that give the most unfavourable results.
NOTE 1: Examples of accessories are lamps, motors and rails.
If accessories can be used simultaneously, the combination that gives the most unfavourable result is used.
NOTE 2: Accessories may be selected from more than one set.
NOTE 3: An accessory may be replaced by a simulated load for the tests.
Toys having lamps used as heating elements that can be removed without the aid of a tool are tested with lamps of the highest power input that can be fitted, irrespective of any marking.
NOTE 4: The lamps are selected from the types generally available.
5.11 The tests are carried out in a draught-free location at an ambient temperature of 20 °C ± 5 °C.
5.12 Toys having more than one rated voltage are tested at the most unfavourable voltage. Toys for a.c. only are tested with a.c. at rated frequency if marked, and those for a.c./d.c. are tested at the most unfavourable frequency. If the frequency is not marked, the toy is tested with 50 Hz or 60 Hz as appropriate.
5.13 Battery toys are also tested with the polarity reversed unless such connections are prevented by the construction.
5.14 Batteries are correctly positioned before evaluating the possibility of bridging insulation and before carrying out the short-circuit tests.
Only one short circuit is applied at a time. Damage caused by a short circuit that does not impair compliance with this standard is repaired before a further short circuit is applied.
5.15 Before starting the tests, the toy is preconditioned by subjecting it to the tests of the following clauses of GB 6675-2003(Annex A), the batteries in position:
–A.5.12.5 Overloading test, for sit-on or stand-on toys
–A.5.24.2 Drop test, for toys having a mass less than 4.5 kg including batteries, irrespective of the age group;
–A.5.24.4 Dynamic strength test for wheeled ride-on toys;
–A.5.24.6.1 Tension test, for all toys
–A.5.24.6.2 Tension test for seams, for toys having textile or other flexible materials covering batteries or other electrical parts.
NOTE: Compliance with Annex A of GB 6675-2003 is not checked after the preconditioning. However the security of the batter compartment cover is checked (see 14.6 and 14.7).
