AS/NZS 60335.2.44:2022 deals with the safety of electric ironers for both commercial and household and similar purposes, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V for single-phase appliances and 480 V for other appliances. Appliances not intended for normal household, but which nevertheless can be a source of danger to the public, such as appliances intended to be used by laymen in shops, in light industry and on farms, are within the scope of this standard. Examples of appliances within the scope of this standard are ironing presses for one-person operation;  mangles; rotary ironers for one-person operation and trouser presses. This Standard will supersede AS/NZS 60335.2.44:2012 three years from the date of publication (i.e. on 25 November 2025). During this period AS/NZS 60335.2.44:2012 will also remain current. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.