This International Standard deals with the safety of toys that have at least one function dependent on electricity.

NOTE 1 Examples of toys also within the scope of this standard are

– constructional sets;

– experimental sets;

– functional toys (models that have a function similar to an appliance or installation used by adults);

– computer toys;

– toy computers;. Additional requirements for experimental sets are given in Annex A.

Toys using electricity for secondary functions are within the scope of this standard.

NOTE 2 A doll's house having an interior lamp is an example of such a toy.

Additional requirements for toys incorporating lasers and light-emitting diodes are given in Annex E.

In order to comply with this standard, electric toys also have to comply with ISO 8124-1, since it covers hazards other than those arising by the use of electricity.

NOTE 3 Transformers for toys (IEC 61558-2-7 for linear types or IEC 61558-2-7 and IEC 61558-2-16 for switch mode types), battery chargers (IEC 60335-2-29) and battery chargers for use by children (IEC 60335-2-29 Annex AA) are not considered to be part of a toy even if supplied with a toy.

NOTE 4 If it is intended that a child also plays with the packaging, the latter is considered to be part of the toy.

NOTE 5 This standard does not apply to

– toy steam engines;

– scale models for adult collectors;

– folk dolls and decorative dolls and other similar articles for adult collectors;

– sports equipment;

– aquatic equipment intended to be used in deep water;

– equipment intended to be used collectively in playgrounds;

– amusement machines (IEC 60335-2-82);

– professional toys installed in public places (shopping centres, stations, etc.);

– products containing heating elements intended for use under the supervision of an adult in a teaching context;

– portable luminaries for children (IEC 60598-2 2-10);

– video and computer games;

– blowers for inflatable activity toys (e.g. bouncy castles);

– Christmas decorations.