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• Buying and Selling Appliances

• Buying New Appliances
• Buying or Selling 2nd-Hand
• Maintenance and Repair

All electrical appliances sold in New Zealand, including second-hand appliances, must be electrically safe. A way of demonstrating this is to have them tested to Australian and New Zealand Electrical Safety standards.

Buying New Appliances  [ Published 30 May 2002 ]
New appliances are more likely to have the latest safety features.

Buying or Selling Second-Hand Appliances
Before purchasing or selling any second-hand appliance, consumers should always check that is safe.

Maintenance and Repair of Electrical Appliances
Regularly check your appliances for broken parts and/or damaged cords. Always get your appliance repaired by a qualified person. Always get your appliance repaired by a qualified person.