62 percent for water heaters with a nominal heat input exceeding 10 kW, and b) 60 percent for water heaters with a nominal heat input not exceeding 10 kW. While the appliance is in operation at full gas consumption and the appliance is in thermal equilibrium the flame shall be immediately reduced to the minimum possible and then brought back to the full size. The operation shall be repeated five times. No flash back shall occur during the test. This applies for all pressures from 20 gf/cm² to 25 gf/cm².There shall be no extinction of the flame on any of the burners operating at maximum consumption when the appliance is placed in a normal (not localized) current of air with a velocity of 2 m/s, as measured with a rotating vane anemometer. The location of the appliance relative to neighbouring walls and the direction of the draught shall be varied to correspond to likely conditions of appliance installation. This applies for all pressure from 1.9613 kN/m² to 2.452 kN/m² (20 gf/cm² to 25 gf/cm²).
THE GOVT.’S APPROACH TO QUALITY CONTROL
The Govt. of India periodically updates the Quality Control Orders (QCO), expanding its coverage to include more and more products. Recently Govt. of India has included water heaters in the ambit of QCO. One of the most significant provisions of this order is that the product imported into India must have a BIS License.
QUALITY CONTROL ORDER (TECHNICAL REGULATION) ISSUED BY THE DEPARTMENT FOR PROMOTION OF INDUSTRY AND INTERNAL TRADE, MINISTRY OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY, GOVT. OF INDIA ON 05 MARCH 2024 FOR MANDATORY BIS CERTIFICATION
The DPIIT, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Govt. of India, has issued an order, making it mandatory for water heaters to be used in India, whether manufactured in India or imported from foreign countries, shall mandatorily carry the Standard Mark of the Bureau of Indian Standards under a valid BIS licence. In short, it has become obligatory for all the manufacturers of water heaters, whether in India or overseas, to immediately apply for BIS licence and obtain a valid BIS certification licence before that the last date of implementation of the order, i.e., 04 September 2024.

BIS CERTIFICATION SCHEME AT A GLANCE
The Bureau of Indian Standards Certification Scheme is a vital framework established by the Indian government to ensure the quality, safety, and reliability of products available in the market. This scheme aims to safeguard consumer interests by setting stringent benchmarks and guidelines that products must meet before they can be deemed compliant. BIS certification covers a wide range of industries and products, encompassing the entire gamut of industrial and manufacturing activity. Various steps involved in the BIS Certification process are enumerated below:
Standard Identification: Manufacturers identify the relevant BIS standard that applies to their chosen product category. These standards outline the specific quality, safety, and performance requirements that the product must meet.
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CONCLUSION
In conclusion, the importance of BIS certification for electric immersion water heaters, stationary storage type electric water heaters, and mini domestic water heaters for use with piped natural gas cannot be overstated. It serves as a testament to the adherence of manufacturers to stringent quality and safety standards set forth by the Bureau of Indian Standards.
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In essence, BIS certification, coupled with the diligent efforts of organizations like Omega QMS Pvt Ltd, not only fosters consumer confidence but also contributes to the overall advancement of the water heating industry in India.

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