1.1 This Standard applies to electric clothes washing machines and extractors intended to be used in
nonhazardous locations in accordance with the Canadian Electrical Code, Part I (CE Code), and the
(U.S.) National Electrical Code (NEC), on circuits having a nominal voltage not exceeding 600 V.
Note: Wherever practical, for convenience, the term ²appliance² has been used in lieu of ²clothes washer² or
²machine².
1.2 This Standard applies to both cord-connected and permanently connected appliances. The
appliances covered by this Standard are intended for use by the general public not specifically trained in
the use of the appliance, regardless of the mode by which its operation is initiated. They are for use in
household and commercial purposes, including appliances provided with coin-, ticket-, or card-operated
mechanisms, wringer washers, tumbler, agitator and spinner machines, combination washer-dryers, and
extractors of the centrifugal type.
1.3 This Standard does not apply to industrial and institutional type appliances. Industrial or institutional
appliances are covered under the scope of Electric Washing Machines, CSA C22.2 No. 53, or Electric
Commercial Clothes-Washing Equipment, UL 1206.
Note: Industrial and institutional type appliances are not intended for use by the general public, but only by
trained or supervised personnel.