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 1 (CEC) and the (U.S.) National Electrical Code (NEC), on
circuits having a nominal voltage not exceeding 600 V. 1.2
This Standard applies to both cord-connected and permanently connected
machines. 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 machines provided with coin-, ticket-, or
card-operated mechanisms, wringer washers, tumbler, agitator and spinner
machines, combinations 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 CSA C22.2
No. 53, Electric Washing Machines or UL 1206, Electric Commercial
Clothes-Washing Equipment. Note: Industrial and institutional type appliances are not intended for use by
the general public, but only by trained or supervised personnel.