AS/NZS 60335.2.97:2024 deals with the safety of electric drives for shutters, blinds and awnings, intended for household and similar purposes, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V for single-phase drives and 480 V for other drives, including direct current (DC) supplied appliances and battery-operated appliances. This Standard will supersede AS/NZS 60335.2.97:2017 three years from the date of publication (i.e. on 29 November 2027). During this period AS/NZS 60335.2.97:2017 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.