BIS CERTIFICATION FOR SELF- CONTAINED DRINKING WATER COOLERS – ENERGY CONSUMPTION AND PERFORMANCE IS 1475 (PART 1)

Published Date: April 11, 2025 4 min Read

BIS certification is essential for Self-Contained Drinking Water Coolers – Energy Consumption and Performance as per IS 1475 (Part 1):2001. This standard ensures that drinking water coolers meet stringent criteria related to energy efficiency, cooling performance, water hygiene, and mechanical reliability. These coolers are widely used in public spaces, educational institutions, offices, and commercial establishments to provide access to safe and chilled drinking water. Certification under this standard guarantees compliance with national benchmarks for performance and energy consumption, thereby supporting public health and energy conservation initiatives.

IS 1475 (Part 1):2001 – Self-Contained Drinking Water Coolers – Energy Consumption and Performance

This standard lays down the requirements and test methods for evaluating the energy consumption and cooling performance of self-contained drinking water coolers. It covers aspects such as water chilling capacity, energy efficiency ratio, power consumption, and cooling time. The standard also specifies general constructional requirements to ensure safety, reliability, and ease of use. By defining rigorous testing procedures and performance thresholds, IS 1475 (Part 1):2001 ensures that only energy-efficient and effectively performing coolers reach the market.

Benefits of BIS Certification for Drinking Water Coolers

BIS certification under IS 1475 (Part 1):2001 offers multiple advantages to manufacturers and consumers. For manufacturers, it builds market credibility, assures regulatory compliance, and enables access to government tenders and institutional sales. It also demonstrates commitment to energy efficiency and product quality. For consumers and end users, certified drinking water coolers offer reliable performance, energy savings, and assurance of safe and hygienic water supply, which is critical for maintaining public health and environmental sustainability.

Key highlights

Product Name	Self- Contained Drinking Water Coolers – Energy Consumption And Performance
Applicable Indian Standard	IS 1475 (Part 1) : 2001
Applicable Certification Scheme	Product Certification Scheme (ISI Mark Scheme) Scheme 1 - Schedule 2
Compliance Requirement	Mandatory
Quality Control Order	Click here
Scope as per Standard	This standard (Part 1) specifies the general constructional requirements, recommended standard sizes, methods of testing and rating, as well as the installation guidelines for self-contained drinking water coolers that operate using electrically driven vapour compression-type refrigerating machines with air-cooled condensers.

Note

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Procedure for Domestic Manufacturer
Procedure for Foreign Manufacturer

Timeline for BIS Certification

The estimated timeline for obtaining BIS certification under IS 1475 (Part 1):2001 is as follows:

For Indian Manufacturers (Standard Timeframe – 30 days)
For Foreign Manufacturers (Standard Timeframe – 180 days)

Conclusion

BIS certification under IS 1475 (Part 1):2001 is vital for ensuring the energy efficiency, safety, and cooling performance of self-contained drinking water coolers. By adhering to this standard, manufacturers demonstrate compliance with national quality benchmarks and contribute to the availability of energy-efficient and hygienic drinking water solutions.

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