AS/NZS 3136:2001
Approval and test specification - Electrical equipment for spa and swimming pools
Specifies electrical safety requirements, to be read in conjunction with NZS/AS 3100. Applies to spa-bath, spa pool and swimming pool pumps, heaters, blowers, chlorinators, chemical injection equipment, and control equipment. Does not apply to luminaires, nor to equipment for aquariums (see AS/NZS 3192) or fountains. Note: Further regulatory requirements apply; consult NZECP 2, issued by the Chief Electrical Inspector, Ministry of Commerce.
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AS/NZS 3136:2001
PREFACE
CONTENTS
SCOPE
APPLICATION
2.1 General requirements of AS/NZS 3100
2.2 Specific requirements of this Standard
2.3 Requirements of other Standards
3 REFERENCED DOCUMENTS
4 DEFINITIONS
5 MEANS OF CONNECTION
5.1 General
5.2 Connection by flexible cord and plug
5.3 Connection to fixed wiring
6 ENCLOSURES
7 EARTHING
8 DOUBLE INSULATION
9 EQUIPMENT WIRING
10 CAPACITORS
11 INSULATING MATERIAL
12 MOTORS
12.1 General
12.2 Motor protective devices
13 HEATING UNITS THAT ARE IMMERSED
13.1General
13.2 Over-temperature protection
14 TRANSFORMERS
15 SWITCHES
16 TEMPERATURE CONTROL DEVICES
17 MARKING
17.1 General
17.2 Instructions for installation and use
18 RATING
19 TESTS
19.1 General
19.2 Insulation resistance test
19.3 High voltage test
19.4 Normal operation test
19.5 Static pressure test
19.6 Enclosure test
19.7 Test of switch or control device
19.8 Abnormal operation test
Table 1 - Tests to be applied and order of application
Table 2 - Maximum winding temperatures
Table 3 - Maximum temperature rises during abnormal operation tests
Appendix A Maximum normal load tests
Figure 1 - Dimensions of test pin
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References
Safety of household and similar electrical appliances - Particular requirements - Whirlpool baths
Related Information
Electricity (Safety) Regulations 2010
Ministry: WorkSafe New Zealand: Energy Safety
Section: Schedule 4, Clause 3
Citation context:Listed as a Standard applicable to electrical equipment for spa and swimming pools
Electricity (Safety) Regulations 2010
Ministry: WorkSafe New Zealand: Energy Safety
Section: Schedule 4, Clause 3
Citation context:Refers to 3136:2001(AS/NZS)A1. Listed as a Standard applicable to electrical equipment for spa and swimming pools
Electricity (Safety) Regulations 2010
Ministry: WorkSafe New Zealand: Energy Safety
Section: Schedule 4, Clause 3
Citation context:Refers to 3136:2001(AS/NZS)A2. Listed as a Standard applicable to electrical equipment for spa and swimming pools
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AS/NZS 3136:2001
PREFACE
CONTENTS
SCOPE
APPLICATION
2.1 General requirements of AS/NZS 3100
2.2 Specific requirements of this Standard
2.3 Requirements of other Standards
3 REFERENCED DOCUMENTS
4 DEFINITIONS
5 MEANS OF CONNECTION
5.1 General
5.2 Connection by flexible cord and plug
5.3 Connection to fixed wiring
6 ENCLOSURES
7 EARTHING
8 DOUBLE INSULATION
9 EQUIPMENT WIRING
10 CAPACITORS
11 INSULATING MATERIAL
12 MOTORS
12.1 General
12.2 Motor protective devices
13 HEATING UNITS THAT ARE IMMERSED
13.1General
13.2 Over-temperature protection
14 TRANSFORMERS
15 SWITCHES
16 TEMPERATURE CONTROL DEVICES
17 MARKING
17.1 General
17.2 Instructions for installation and use
18 RATING
19 TESTS
19.1 General
19.2 Insulation resistance test
19.3 High voltage test
19.4 Normal operation test
19.5 Static pressure test
19.6 Enclosure test
19.7 Test of switch or control device
19.8 Abnormal operation test
Table 1 - Tests to be applied and order of application
Table 2 - Maximum winding temperatures
Table 3 - Maximum temperature rises during abnormal operation tests
Appendix A Maximum normal load tests
Figure 1 - Dimensions of test pin
Previous versions
AS/NZS 3136:2001
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