This document specifies particular safety requirements for washing and disinfecting devices used in medical, pharmaceutical, veterinary, and laboratory applications. It is intended to be used in conjunction with the general safety requirements for electrical equipment used in measurement, control, and laboratory environments. The scope includes the design, construction, testing, and marking of such devices to ensure they are safe for their intended use. The requirements cover aspects such as electrical safety, mechanical strength, protection against electric shock, temperature control, and resistance to environmental influences. This standard applies to devices that are used for cleaning and disinfecting laboratory instruments, medical equipment, and other items in healthcare and research settings. It provides guidance on the performance and reliability of these devices under normal and foreseeable conditions of use.
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