UL 1204 PDF

1 Scope

1.1 These requirements cover parts cleaners used for cleaning or removing grease and similar substances from the item contaminated.

1.2 These requirements cover electrically operated parts cleaners rated up to 600 V, and manual type parts cleaners with no electrical connection.

1.3 These units are intended for use with flammable/combustible liquids or non-flammable/non-combustible cleaning solutions as detailed in the instruction manual provided with the unit and labels on the unit.

1.4 Requirements for the installation and use of parts cleaners are included in the National Electrical Code, NFPA 70, the Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code, NFPA 30, the Uniform Fire Code, NFPA 1, and the International Fire Code, IFC.

1.5 These requirements do not apply to the following:

1. a) Units intended to be installed outdoors;

2. b) Units intended for use with solvents or cleaning solutions that are considered unstable; or

3. c) Parts cleaners employing evaporating and condensing solvents.

1.6 These requirements do not address the physiological effects of solvents or cleaning solutions used with the equipment or any hazardous waste generated by the equipment.

Summary of Topics

This revision of ANSI/UL 1204 dated January 5, 2023 is being issued to update the title page to reflect the most recent designation as a Reaffirmed American National Standard (ANS). No technical changes have been made.