Domestic electric washing machines are included among the low-voltage electrical products regulated by URSEA’s regulations. To be marketed in the national market, electrical safety certification is mandatory, ensuring that these appliances have been evaluated in accordance with the technical requirements established by current regulations.
Certification involves a comprehensive review of the product’s design and operation, covering key aspects such as protection against electric shock, resistance to overheating, proper insulation of live parts, and the safety of components under normal and abnormal conditions of use. Electronic control systems, splash protection, and prolonged operating conditions are also considered.
This evaluation not only ensures regulatory compliance, but also provides confidence to end users by reducing the electrical risks associated with everyday use of the appliance. Certification is an essential requirement for manufacturers, importers, and distributors, as it legally enables the commercialization of the product in Uruguay and contributes to promoting a safer domestic environment.