Specifies methods for measuring the performance of electric household portable appliances for cooking, grilling and similar use. It defines the main performance characteristics of these appliances which are of interest to the user, and specifies methods of measuring them. For performance of microwave ovens, see IEC 60705; for electric cooking ranges, hobs, ovens and grills for household use, see IEC 60350. This consolidated version consists of the first edition (2000) and its amendment 1 (2004). Therefore, no need to order amendment in addition to this publication.