AS 1681:2002(R2013)
Safety requirements for electrically heated type 1 ovens that may produce flammable volatiles

Standard No.

AS 1681:2002(R2013)

Published By

Standard Association of Australia （SAA）

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AS 1681:2002(R2013)

Scope

Specifies requirements for the design, construction and safe operation of ovens for use at a maximum temperature of 540°C in which there may be an explosion hazard due to the presence of flammable volatiles. Appendices provide combustion characteristics for common flammable liquids, methods for calculation of ventilation and illustrate an oven safety design form. RECONFIRMATION NOTICE Technical Committee EL-014 has reviewed the content of this publication and in accordance with Standards Australia procedures for reconfirmation, it has been determined that the publication is still valid and does not require change. Certain documents referenced in the publication may have been amended since the original date of publication. Users are advised to ensure that they are using the latest versions of such documents as appropriate, unless advised otherwise in this Reconfirmation Notice. Approved for reconfirmation in accordance with Standards Australia procedures for reconfirmation on 8 April 2013. The following are represented on Technical Committee EL-014: Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry Australian Industry Group Australian Institute of Petroleum Australian Petroleum Production and Exploration Association Australian Pipeline Industry Association Aviation and Marine Engineers Association Bureau of Steel Manufacturers of Australia Department of Natural Resources and Mines, Qld Department of Trade and Investment, Regional Infrastructure and Services, NSW Electrical Compliance Testing Association Electrical Contractors Association of New Zealand Engineers Australia Institute of Electrical Inspectors Institution of Professional Engineers New Zealand Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (New Zealand) New Zealand Employers and Manufacturers Association (Central) WorkCover New South Wales To view or download a copy of the reconfirmation notice please go to the reconfirmation link near the top of this page.

AS 1681:2002(R2013) history

• 0000 AS 1681:2002(R2013)
• 2002 AS 1681:2002 Safety requirements for electrically heated Type 1 ovens in which flammable volatiles can occur