This standard applies to electrically heated blankets for household use. This standard defines the main performance characteristics of electric blankets and specifies methods for measuring these characteristics@ for the information of users. This standard does not specify values for performance characteristics. NOTES 1 Additional methods may be appropriate for electrically heated duvets. 2 This standard does not deal with safety requirements (IEC 967*). * IEC 967: 1988@ Safety of electrically heated blankets@ pads similar flexible heating appliance for household use.