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CSA Scope

201.1.1 *Scope
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This Standard applies to ME EQUIPMENT and ME SYSTEMS that are intended to be installed or used in accordance with CSA C22.1, Canadian Electrical Code, Part I.

IEC Scope

Clause 1 of the general standard1 applies, except as follows:

 

201.1.1 * Scope

 

Replacement:

 

This part of the 80601 International Standard applies to BASIC SAFETY and ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE requirements of MULTIFUNCTION PATIENT MONITORS as defined in 201.3.201, hereafter referred to as ME EQUIPMENT or MEDICAL ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS. This particular standard applies to MULTIFUNCTION PATIENT MONITORS intended for use in professional healthcare facilities as well as in the EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICE ENVIRONMENT or the HOME HEALTHCARE ENVIRONMENT.

 

The scope of this document is restricted to ME EQUIPMENT or MEDICAL ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS intended for connection to a single PATIENT that has two or more PHYSIOLOGICAL MONITORING UNITS.

 

NOTE For purposes of this document, a pregnant mother and her fetus(es) are considered a single PATIENT.

 

This document does not specify requirements for individual PHYSIOLOGICAL MONITORING UNITS such as ECG, invasive pressure and pulse oximetry. The particular standards related to these PHYSIOLOGICAL MONITORING UNITS specify requirements from the perspective of stand-alone ME EQUIPMENT. This particular standard addresses the additional requirements related to MULTIFUNCTION PATIENT MONITORS.MULTIFUNCTION PATIENT MONITORS can be integrated into other ME EQUIPMENT or MEDICAL ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS. When this is the case, other relevant standards also apply.

 

EXAMPLE 1 MULTIFUNCTION PATIENT MONITOR incorporated into a critical care ventilator where ISO 80601-2-12 also applies.

 

EXAMPLE 2 MULTIFUNCTION PATIENT MONITOR incorporated into a homecare ventilator for dependent PATIENT where ISO 80601-2-72 also applies.

 

EXAMPLE 3 MULTIFUNCTION PATIENT MONITOR incorporated into anesthetic workstation where ISO 80601-2-13 also applies.

 

EXAMPLE 4 MULTIFUNCTION PATIENT MONITOR incorporated into haemodialysis equipment, IEC 60601-2-16 also applies.

 

This document does not apply to implantable parts of MULTIFUNCTION PATIENT MONITORS.

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Contact: [email protected] (Yi Wang)
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CSA Scope

201.1.1 *Scope
[Add the following paragraph]
This Standard applies to ME EQUIPMENT and ME SYSTEMS that are intended to be installed or used in accordance with CSA C22.1, Canadian Electrical Code, Part I.

 

ISO Scope:

IEC 60601-1:2005+Amd 1:2012+Amd 2:2020, Clause 1 applies, except as follows:

 

201.1.1 *Scope

 

IEC 60601-1:2005+Amd 1:2012+Amd 2:2020, 1.1 is replaced by:

 

This document specifies particular requirements for the BASIC SAFETY and ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE of a RESPIRATORY GAS MONITOR (RGM), hereafter referred to as ME EQUIPMENT, intended for CONTINUOUS OPERATION for use with a PATIENT.

 

This document specifies requirements for

 

— anaesthetic gas monitoring,

 

— carbon dioxide monitoring, and

 

— oxygen monitoring.

 

NOTE 1 An RGM can be either stand-alone ME EQUIPMENT or integrated into other equipment, e.g. an anaesthetic workstation or a ventilator.

 

This document is not applicable to an RGM intended for use with flammable anaesthetic agents.

 

If a clause or subclause is specifically intended to be applicable to ME EQUIPMENT only or to ME SYSTEMS only, the title and content of that clause or subclause will say so. If that is not the case, the clause or subclause applies both to ME EQUIPMENT and to ME SYSTEMS, as relevant.

 

HAZARDS inherent in the intended physiological function of ME EQUIPMENT or ME SYSTEMS within the scope of this document are not covered by specific requirements in this document except in IEC 60601-1:2005+Amd 1:2012+Amd 2:2020, 7.2.13 and 8.4.1.

 

NOTE 2 Additional information can be found in IEC 60601-1:2005+Amd 1:2012+Amd 2:2020, 4.2.

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Contact: [email protected] (Matthew Wong)
Origin: CSA
Close date: Jun 16, 2026
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1.1 These requirements apply to DC conductive charging equipment intended to be supplied with a maximum input voltage of 1000 V ac or 1500 V dc, for recharging the propulsion batteries in over-the-road electric vehicles (EV). Equipment is intended to be installed in accordance with the Installation Codes in Annex A, Ref. No. 1. DC charging equipment, either standalone chargers or dispensers, with internal batteries exceeding 100 Wh and less than 20kWh serving as energy storage also is intended to be installed in accordance with the installation requirements in Annex A, Ref. No. AA. DC charging equipment with separable enclosures with internal batteries not in a standalone charger or charging dispenser shall be dual listed with the enclosures containing internal batteries also listed under UL 9540. DC charging equipment for EV installations are intended for either:

a) Dry location only, or

b) Dry, wet, and damp location.

 

1.2 The output of the DC charging equipment for EV covered by this standard does not exceed 1500 V dc.

 

1.3 For the purposes of this Standard, the term "electric vehicle", designated throughout by the initials "EV", is considered to cover electric vehicles, hybrid electric vehicles, and plug-in versions of these vehicles.

 

1.4 DC charging equipment for EV that is not a complete assembly and depends upon installation in an end product for compliance with the requirements in this Standard is investigated under the requirements of this Standard and the standard for the end product.

 

1.5 These requirements do not cover battery chargers covered by Annex A, Ref. Nos. 2 and 3.

 

1.6 These requirements do not cover on-board chargers.

 

1.7 These requirements do not cover electric vehicle supply equipment covered by Annex A, Ref. No. 4.

 

1.8 These requirements do not cover DC charging equipment for EV intended to be used in hazardous locations, such as near fuel dispensing stations.

 

1.9 These requirements do not apply to cover bi-directional charging equipment, or unidirectional power export equipment, covered by Annex A, Ref. No. 73B.

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Origin: CSA
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1.1 This Standard applies to conductive electric vehicle (EV) supply equipment with a primary source voltage of 1000 V ac or less, with a frequency of 50 or 60 Hz, and intended to provide ac power to an electric vehicle with an on-board charging unit. This Standard covers electric vehicle supply equipment intended for use where ventilation is not required.

 

1.2 With reference to 1.1, the following list of examples of electric vehicle supply equipment are included in this Standard:

a) EV Cord Sets – Rated 125 Vac maximum, 16 A maximum, intended for indoor and outdoor use;

b) Fastened in place EV Charging Stations – Rated 250 Vac maximum, 40 A maximum, intended for indoor or outdoor use;

c) Fixed in place EV Charging Stations – Rated 1000 Vac maximum, intended for indoor or indoor/outdoor use; and

d) Fixed in place EV Power Outlet – Rated 1000 Vac maximum, intended for indoor or indoor/outdoor use.

For Mexico, use 127 Vac where 120 or 125 Vac is referenced in this Standard. In Canada and the United States, this does not apply.

 

1.3 The products covered by this Standard are intended for use in accordance with the Installation Codes in Annex A, Ref. No. 1.

 

1.4 This Standard does not cover cord sets or power supply cords for applications other than EV charging cord sets. For cord sets and power supply cords not covered by this Standard, refer to Annex A, Ref. No. 2 and No. 3.

 

1.5 With reference to 1.2, this Standard does not cover electric vehicle charging equipment. For EV charging equipment not covered by this Standard, refer to Annex A, Ref. No. 4.

 

1.6 This Standard does not cover electric vehicle connectors. For electric vehicle connectors not covered by this Standard, refer to Annex A, Ref. No. 5.

 

1.7 This Standard does not cover regular-use power outlets. For regular-use power outlets not covered by this Standard, refer to Annex A, Ref. No. 6.

 

1.8 This Standard does not cover equipment intended for wireless power transfer, which may also be designated as wireless charging, inductive charging, magnetic resonance charging, or any other similar designation indicating the transfer of power from the EVSE to the vehicle through other than a conductive connection.

 

1.9 This standard does not cover electric vehicle export equipment, allowing bi-directional current flow from the vehicle to off board loads. For electric vehicle power export equipment, refer to Annex A, Ref. No. 75.

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Contact: [email protected] (Oreste Simonetta)
Origin: CSA
Close date: Jun 23, 2026
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CSA Scope:
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This Standard applies to equipment intended to be installed or used in accordance with CSA C22.1, the Canadian Electrical Code, Part I.


IEC Scope:

This clause of Part 1 is replaced by the following.

This part of IEC 60335 deals with the safety of portable electric heating tools and similar appliances, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V including direct current (DC) supplied appliances and battery-operated appliances. 


Appliances not intended for normal household use, but which nevertheless can be a source of danger to the public, such as appliances intended to be used by laypersons in shops, in light industry and on farms, are within the scope of this standard.


Appliances that can also be used when mounted on a support are within the scope of this standard. Examples of appliances that are within the scope of this standard are

– branding tools;

– burning-in pens;

– conduit-soldering tools;

– dehorning tools;

– desoldering irons;

– firelighters;

– glue guns;

– heat guns;

– household film-welding appliances;

– paint strippers;

– plastic-cutting tools;

– soldering guns;

– soldering irons;

– stripping pliers;

– thermoplastic conduit-welding tools. 


As far as is practicable, this standard deals with the common hazards presented by appliances which are encountered by all persons in and around the home. However, in general, it does not in general take into account– persons (including children) whose

• physical, sensory or mental capabilities; or
• lack of experience and knowledge

prevents them from using the appliance safely without supervision or instruction;

– children playing with the appliance. 
Attention is drawn to the fact that

– for appliances intended to be used in vehicles or on board ships or aircraft, additional requirements can be necessary;

– in many countries additional requirements are specified by the national health authorities, the national authorities responsible for the protection of labour and similar authorities.


This standard does not apply to:

– hand-held motor-operated electric tools (IEC 60745 series, IEC 62841 series);

– transportable motor-operated electric tools (IEC 61029 series, IEC 62841 series);

– appliances intended exclusively for industrial purposes;

– appliances intended to be used in locations where special conditions prevail, such as the presence of a corrosive or explosive atmosphere (dust, vapour or gas);

– tools using high-frequency heating other than induction soldering irons;

– arc-welding equipment.

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Contact: [email protected] (Claudia Hamza)
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1.1 Application

1.1.1

This Standard applies to free-standing poles of ferrous metal, aluminum, polymeric, concrete, fibre-reinforced structures, and wood, and to their accessories, for use in the support of lighting equipment having ratings of 1000 V and less and intended to be installed in the commercial and industrial nonhazardous locations in accordance with the Rules of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part I.

1.1.2

This Standard includes the electrical features of poles as well as to the mechanical strength aspects and the ability to support their design loads. The poles may also serve as supports for aerial conductors, PV modules, wind turbines used to supply the lighting equipment, smart city communication, and data transmission devices, and, in the case of concrete or metal poles, provide wireways for conductors entering the poles.

This Standard does not apply to the erection of poles or the installation of accessories on site.

Notes:

1) Lighting equipment includes luminaires, electric signs, and traffic lights.

2) Lighting poles for residential applications less than 4 m in height may be evaluated to the requirements of CSA C22.2 No. 250.0 for electrical safety only and be marked NOT EVALUATED FOR STRUCTURAL STRENGTH/N’A PAS ÉTÉ ÉVALUÉ QUANT À LA RÉSISTANCE STRUCTURALE.

1.2 Terminology

In this Standard, “shall” is used to express a requirement, i.e., a provision that the user is obliged to satisfy in order to comply with the Standard; “should” is used to express a recommendation or that which is advised but not required; and “may” is used to express an option or that which is permissible within the limits of the Standard.

Notes accompanying clauses do not include requirements or alternative requirements; the purpose of a note accompanying a clause is to separate from the text explanatory or informative material.

Notes to tables and figures are considered part of the table or figure and may be written as requirements.

Annexes are designated normative (mandatory) or informative (non-mandatory) to define their application.

1.3 Dual measurements

The values given in SI units are the units of record for the purposes of this Standard. The values given in parentheses are for information and comparison only.

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Contact: [email protected] (Leonard Letea)
Origin: CSA
Close date: Jul 3, 2026
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1.1

This Standard applies to motor-operated vacuum cleaners and blower cleaners, and to household use floor sweepers and floor finishing machines to be employed in accordance with CSA C22.1, Canadian Electrical Code, Part I, and NFPA 70.

 

1.2

These requirements cover:

a) Vacuum cleaners, including central vacuum cleaners, ash vacuum cleaners and vacuum cleaners with steam cleaning attachments, for:

1) Household or commercial use;

2) Marine or RV installation;

3) Portable, stationary or fixed appliances;

4) Wet or dry pick-up;

5) Indoor or outdoor use;

6) Coin-operation; and

7) Battery-operation, including automatic battery powered floor cleaners 

 

b) Blower cleaners for:

1) Household or commercial use;

2) Indoor or outdoor use

2.1) Coin-operation; and

3) Battery-operation

 

c) Floor sweepers for:

1) Household use; and

2) Battery-operation

 

d) Floor finishing machines including floor polishers, floor scrubbers, floor sanders, rug shampooers, extraction-type floor cleaning machines, rug and floor washers and similar machines, for:

1) Household use;

2) Indoor or outdoor use; and

3) Battery-operation

 

e) Current-carrying hoses and wall valves for:

1) Household use;

2) Wet or dry pick-up; and

3) Indoor use

 

f) Battery-operated cleaners as noted in (a) – (d), including:

1) automatic battery powered floor cleaners for:

i) Household or commercial use;

ii) Units with a mass of 20 kg (44 lbs) or less, not including the docking station; and

iii) Indoor use only

 

1.3

These requirements do not cover appliances rated more than 250 V. An appliance that utilizes some other source of energy, such as gas or steam, in addition to electric energy is to be investigated under these requirements and under such additional requirements as are applicable to the appliance under consideration.

 

1.4

These requirements do not cover appliances for use in locations such as those areas of hospitals, laboratories, institutions, and the like where dispersion of pathological, chemical, physical, radioactive or other agents could produce a risk to health. Appliances intended for use in such locations are investigated under these requirements and under such additional requirements as are applicable to the appliance, with appropriate consideration being given to the specific intended use.

 

1.5

These requirements apply only to a specific type or types of appliances, such as a vacuum cleaner or floor finishing machine, if the requirement is so identified by specific reference to the type or types involved. Absence of such specific reference or use of the term "appliance" indicates that the requirement applies to all appliances covered by this Standard.

 

1.6

This Standard does not apply to:

 

a) Internal-combustion engine powered floor cleaning machines for industrial/commercial use with or without traction drive, such as floor buffers, scrubbers, sweepers, spray extraction machines, and polishers, (UL/ULC (ORD) 558, UL/CSA 60335-2-67, UL/CSA 60335-2-68, UL/CSA 60335-2-72;

 

b) Battery-operated floor cleaning machines for industrial/commercial use with traction drive; (UL 583, UL/CSA 60335-2-72);

 

c) Commercial robotic floor treatment machines (CSA/ANSI C22.2 No. 336);

 

d) Commercial floor finishing machines (UL 561, CSA C22.2 No. 10, UL/CSA 60335-2-67, UL/CSA 60335-2-68, UL/CSA 60335-2-72); and

 

e) Steam cleaners (CSA C22.2 No. 64, CSA E60335-2-54, UL 499). For steam cleaners with suction, the vacuum function is covered by this Standard.

 

1.7

These requirements do not cover machines that generate pressure in excess of 2.5 MPa (360 psi).

 

1.8

Specific constructions, tests, markings, guards, and the like are detailed for some common designs. Specific features and appliances not covered are to be given appropriate consideration. See Marking, Section 11.

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IEC 62841-1:2014, Clause 1 is applicable, except as follows: 
Addition: 
This document applies to oscillating multifunction tools. 

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Contact: [email protected] (Mario Rizkallah)
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1.1 General

1.1.1 Purpose

This Standard specifies laboratory test methods and procedures for determining operational performance indicators of Thermal Energy Storage System’s (TESS) used for space heating applications in residential, commercial and institutional buildings.

This standard includes an informative annex to introduce basic building TESS grid services functions, including building TESS equipment communication.

1.1.2 Applicability

a)    This Standard applies to packaged building TESS that can be tested in laboratory environment. The system is either a factory pre-assembled unit or a unit assembled on-site in the laboratory test facility from factory-supplied components.

b)   The TESS is charged electrically and discharged thermally. The energy shall be stored as latent heat or as sensible heat or as a combination of the two.

c)    The TESS is charged by electric-resistance heating, and the electric resistance mechanism is an integral part of or is located inside the TESS.

d)   The TESS is discharged with a heat transfer fluid that enters the system through a single inlet and leaves the system from a single outlet. TESS having more than one inlet and/or outlet shall be tested according to this standard, but each flow configuration involving a single inlet and a single outlet must be tested separately. The heat transfer fluid may be either a non-condensing gas or a liquid.

·    Note: for more clarification, refer to Annex F

1.1.3 Exclusions

This Standard does not apply to:

a)    TESS that are charged by a thermal input other than integrated electric resistive heating.

b)   TESS where the thermal storage medium leaves the extent of the system (e.g. hot water storage tanks).

c)    TESS that are only used for domestic hot water.

d)   TESS that are only used for cooling.

e)    TESS that are intended for use in industrial or power generation applications.

f)    Long-term or Annual/Seasonal TESS

g)    Room TESS

1.2 Terminology

In this Standard, “shall” is used to express a requirement, i.e., a provision that the user is obliged to satisfy in order to comply with the standard; “should” is used to express a recommendation or that

Notes accompanying clauses do not include requirements or alternative requirements; the purpose of a note accompanying a clause is to separate from the text explanatory or informative material.

Notes to tables and figures are considered part of the table or figure and may be written as requirements.

Annexes are designated normative (mandatory) or informative (non-mandatory) to define their application.

1.3 Units of measure

The values given in SI units are the units of record for the purposes of this Standard.

2 Reference publications

This Standard refers to the following publications, and where such reference is made, it shall be to the edition listed below, including all amendments published thereto.

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Contact: [email protected] (Simon Khavandi)
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Close date: Jul 21, 2026
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1.1 This standard provides the minimum requirements for electric machines for use in hazardous locations in accordance with CSA C22.1, Canadian Electrical Code, Part I and NFPA 70®, National Electrical Code® (NEC®) as follows:

a) Class I, Division 2;

b) Class II, Division 2;

c) Class III, Division 1 and 2.

Note 1: The term “electric machine” applies to both motors and generators.

Note 2: In the US, the application “hazardous locations” is referred to as “hazardous (classified) locations”.

Note 3: NFPA 70®, National Electrical Code®, and NEC® are registered trademarks of the National Fire Protection Association, Quincy, MA.

1.2 This standard also applies to the same types of electric machines indicated in 1.1 for installation and use in Zone 2 or Zone 22 hazardous locations in accordance with CSA C22.1, Canadian Electrical Code, Part I and NFPA 70®, National Electrical Code® (NEC®).

Note: In US and Canada, the installation codes permit the use of appropriately rated Division 2 motors in Zone 2 and Zone 22 areas.

1.3 This standard applies to both horizontal and vertical electric machines that have fractional and integral horsepower ratings.

1.4 This standard applies to electro-mechanical brakes intended to either hold a stopped motor from turning or to slow a motor and load to a stopped condition.

1.5 This standard does not apply to the following electric motors and generators:

a) Intrinsically Safe;

b) Explosionproof;

c) Purged and Pressurized; or

d) Dust-Ignitionproof.

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Contact: [email protected] (Clara Yeung)
Origin: CSA
Close date: Jul 28, 2026
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CSA Scope

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This Standard applies to appliances that are permanently connected or cord-connected, intended for sterilization, garment treatment, deodorizing or with other similar functions.

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-      tumble dryers (CSA E60335-2-11, CSA C22.2 No. 112)

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-      Drying cabinets intended for drying washed clothes within a closed heated compartment (CSA C22.2 No. 112)

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This Standard applies to the safety of such equipment that is intended to be installed or used in accordance with CSA C22.1, Canadian Electrical Code, Part I.

 

IEC Scope

This clause of Part 1 is replaced by the following.

This part of IEC 60335 deals with the safety of electric clothes dryers including clothes dryers intended for drying footwear or gloves, and towel rails for household and similar purposes, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V including direct current (DC) powered appliances and battery-operated appliances.

Appliances not intended for normal household use but that nevertheless can be a source of danger to the public, such as appliances intended to be used by laymen in shops, in light industry and on farms, are within the scope of this standard.

As far as is practicable, this standard deals with the common hazards presented by appliances that are encountered by all persons in and around the home. However, in general, it does not take into account:

– persons (including children) whose

• physical, sensory or mental capabilities; or

• lack of experience and knowledge

prevents them from using the appliance safely without supervision or instruction;

– children playing with the appliance.

Attention is drawn to the fact that:

– for appliances intended to be used in vehicles or on board ships or aircraft, additional requirements can be necessary;

– in many countries, additional requirements are specified by the national health authorities,

the national authorities responsible for the protection of labour and similar authorities.

This standard does not apply to:

– spin extractors (IEC 60335-2-4);

– tumble dryers (IEC 60335-2-11);

– appliances intended exclusively for industrial purposes;

– appliances intended to be used in locations where special conditions prevail, such as the presence of a corrosive or explosive atmosphere (dust, vapour or gas).

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Contact: [email protected] (Leonard Letea)
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Close date: Jul 31, 2026
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Replacement:

This part of IEC 62841 applies to rechargeable battery-powered motor-operated chain saws for tree service, hereinafter referred to as chain saws or machines, having a maximum mass of 5,0 kg. The mass includes the heaviest detachable battery pack(s), if any, as described in IEC 62841-1:2014, K.8.14.2 e) 2), but excludes the guide bar, saw chain and saw chain lubricant. Chain saws covered by this document are intended to be used for pruning and dismantling standing tree crowns.

The chain saws covered by this document are designed only to be operated with the right hand on the rear handle and the left hand on the front handle.

This document does not apply to

–   chain saws supplied by mains power or power from non-isolated sources that permit the machine to be used while connected to such power supplies; or

–   chain saws supplied by integral batteries; or

–   chain saws for cutting wood as covered by IEC 62841-4-1; or

–   chain saws designed for use in conjunction with a guide-plate and riving knife or in any other way such as with a support or as a stationary or transportable machine; or

–   pole-mounted pruners; or

  NOTE 1 Pole-mounted pruners are covered by IEC 62841-4-10.

–   pruning saws.

  NOTE 2  Pruning saws will be covered by a future part of IEC 62841-4.

The maximum rated voltage for machines and battery packs is 75 V d.c.

Battery machines covered by this document are not considered to be class I tools, class II tools or class III tools and therefore are not required to have basic insulationsupplementary insulation or reinforced insulation. Electric shock hazard is considered to exist only between parts of opposite polarity.

This document deals with the hazards presented by machines which are encountered by all persons in the normal use and reasonably foreseeable misuse of the machines.

When evaluating a rechargeable battery pack for protection against electric shock during charging, creepage distances, clearances and distances through insulation, the relevant requirements of this document are applicable with the battery pack fitted to the intended charger.

Since rechargeable battery packs for machines are submitted to different use patterns (such as rough use, high charging and discharging currents), their safety can be evaluated only by this document and not by using other standards for rechargeable battery packs, such as IEC 62133-1:2017 or IEC 62133-2:2017, unless otherwise indicated in this document. All relevant aspects related to the safety of rechargeable batteries are addressed in this document, such that the requirements of IEC 62133-1:2017 or IEC 62133-2:2017 are not required to be separately applied.

When evaluating the risk of fire associated with rechargeable battery packs for machines, consideration has been given to the fact that these battery packs are unattended energy sources and have been evaluated as such in this document. Requirements in other standards regarding the risk of fire due to the charging of these battery packs are therefore considered to be fulfilled.

This document also addresses requirements covering the use of lithium-ion cells employed in battery systems in machines. The following is considered within the context of these requirements:

– These requirements address the risk of fire or explosion of these batteries and not any possible hazards associated with toxicity nor potential hazards associated with transportation or disposal.

NOTE 3  IEC 62281:2019 covers the safety aspects of lithium-ion batteries during transport.

Battery systems covered by these requirements are not intended to be serviced by the end user.

– These requirements are intended to provide comprehensive evaluation of a battery only if used in products covered by this document.

– These requirements address the safety of lithium-ion battery systems during storage and use including discharge and charge. These requirements are only considered to be supplementary requirements in regard to battery charger fire and electric shock.

– These requirements refer to and require parameters supplied in reference to the cells that establish conditions for safe use of those cells. Those parameters form the basis of acceptance criteria for a number of tests contained herein. This document does not independently evaluate the safety of cells. These parameters, taken as a set, constitute the "specified operating region" for a cell. There can be several sets of specified operating region(s).

This document does not apply to machines using general purpose batteries installed by the user and this document alone will not be sufficient to ensure that all hazards are considered for these products.

This document does not apply to the safety of battery chargers themselves.

NOTE 4  IEC 60335-2-29 covers a variety of chargers.

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Contact: [email protected] (Leonard Letea)
Origin: CSA
Close date: Jul 31, 2026
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IEC 62841-1:2014, Clause 1 is applicable, except as follows.

Addition:

This document applies to transportable belt sanders, disc sanders and belt/disc sanders which are equipped with

– a sanding belt; or

– a sanding disc; or

– a sanding belt and a sanding disc

for sanding solid materials.

This document does not apply to hand-held disc-type sanders.

NOTE 101 Hand-held disc-type sanders are covered by IEC 62841-2-3.

This document does not apply to hand-held belt sanders.

NOTE 102 Hand-held belt sanders are covered by IEC 62841-2-4.