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BS EN ISO 8561:1996 - Household refrigerating appliances. Refrigerators, refrigerator-freezers, frozen food storage cabinets and food freezers cooled by forced air circulation. Characteristics and test methods

Other Titles Withdrawn Description Printed version of this is available at library. To request, please e-mail to referencepk@usm.my and include a copy of this record in your e-mail. Abstract BS EN ISO 8561:1996 is a European Standard that specifies the characteristics and test methods for household refrigerating appliances, specifically refrigerators, refrigerator-freezers, frozen food storage cabinets, and food freezers that are cooled by forced air circulation. This standard helps establish criteria for the performance and safety of these appliances. Key points covered by BS EN ISO 8561:1996 include: The standard defines the scope, which is specific to household refrigerating appliances that use forced air circulation for cooling. Characteristics: It specifies the characteristics that should be evaluated and tested for these appliances, including aspects related to temperature control, energy consumption, capacity, and noise levels. Test Methods: BS EN ISO 8561:1996 provides detailed test methods for assessing the characteristics of these refrigerating appliances. These test methods are used to measure and evaluate factors such as energy consumption, temperature performance, and noise emissions. Performance Criteria: The standard may set performance criteria and limits for various characteristics to ensure that the appliances meet specified requirements. Safety: It may include safety considerations and requirements to ensure that the refrigerating appliances are safe for household use. Marking and Labeling: The standard provides guidelines for marking and labeling the appliances to indicate compliance with the standard and to provide necessary information to consumers. Household refrigerating appliances are widely used in homes and have a significant impact on energy consumption. Standards like BS EN ISO 8561:1996 are essential for manufacturers, consumers, and regulatory authorities to ensure that these appliances are energy-efficient, safe, and perform as expected.

Contributor(s): NAAR - Data Entry Person Primary Item Type: British Standard Identifiers: ICS 97.040.30 Domestic refrigerating appliances ISBN  0580255123 Language: English Subject Keywords: Durability; Refrigeration; Mechanical testing; Temperature rise; Definitions; Area measurement; Handles; Freezer compartments; Electrical household appliances; Test specimens; Hinges; Cooling equipment; Maintenance; Grades (quality); Test equipment; Lids; Taste tests; Performance; Instructions for use; Water-vapour tests; Marking; Freezing tests; Olfactory analysis; Temperature; Storage; Classification systems; Graphic symbols; Testing conditions; Leak tests; Shelving; Freezers; Type testing; Refrigerators; Designations; Thermal testing; Doors; Energy consumption; Volume measurement; Performance testing; Household equipment; Air-cooled systems; Endurance testing; Technical documents First presented to the public: 9/18/2023 Original Publication Date: 4/15/1996 Previously Published By: British Standards Institution Place Of Publication: London, United Kingdom Citation: Extents: Number of Pages - 54 License Grantor / Date Granted:   / ( View License ) Date Deposited 2023-09-18 08:52:59.877 Submitter: Nurul Aini Abdul Rahman

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