This standard applies to steam sterilizers for sterilization of liquids, porous goods and utensils as well as for sterilization or disinfection of waste and re-usable goods in the medical and laboratory field. This standard specifies apparatus requirements, requirements on services and installation. This Standard does not applie for steam sterilizers of medical devices or for pharmaceutical products according to DIN EN 285, DIN EN 13060 and DIN 58950-2. This Standard does not applie for Steam disinfection apparatus in the medical field according to DIN 58949-2.