This document applies to reciprocating electric hair clippers or trimmers for household use. This document deals with the methods of measuring performances of electric hair clippers or trimmers for household use with a rated voltage not greater than 250V. This document does not specify safety or performance requirements. This document does not apply to professional hair clippers or trimmers@ animal shearers and animal clippers@ or shavers. For shavers@ refer to IEC 61254. NOTE This document does not cover safety requirements (see IEC 60335-2-8).