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BS EN 62115:2005
Electric toys. Safety (British Standard)
This International 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 areΓÇô constructional sets;ΓÇô experimental sets;ΓÇô functional toys (models that have a function similar to an appliance or installation used by adults);ΓÇô 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 sets are given in Annex A.Toys using electricity for secondary functions are within the scope of this standard.NOTE 2 A doll's house having an interior lamp is an example of such a toy.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 ISO 8124-1, 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 toΓÇô toy steam engines;ΓÇô scale models for adult collectors;ΓÇô folk dolls and decorative dolls and other similar articles for adult collectors;ΓÇô sports equipment;ΓÇô aquatic equipment intended to be used in deep water;ΓÇô equipment intended to be used collectively in playgrounds;ΓÇô amusement machines (IEC 60335-2-82);ΓÇô professional toys installed in public places (shopping centres, stations, etc.);ΓÇô products containing heating elements intended for use under the supervision of an adult in a teaching context;ΓÇô portable child-appealing luminaires (IEC 60598-2-10);ΓÇô Christmas decorations.
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