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This standard applies, when required by the relevant product standard, to low-voltage switchgear and controlgear hereinafter referred to as equipment or device and intended to be connected to circuits, the rated voltage of which does not exceed 1 000 V a.c. or 1 500 V d.c.

This standard states the general rules and common safety requirements for low-voltage switchgear and controlgear, including:

– definitions;

– characteristics;

– information supplied with the equipment;

– normal service, mounting and transport conditions;

– constructional and performance requirements;

– verification of characteristics and performance;

– environmental aspects.

This standard does not apply to low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies which are dealt with in IEC 61439 series, as applicable.

1.1DV.1 D2 Modification of 1.1 by adding the following

1.1DV.1.1 This equipment is intended for installation in accordance with CSA C22.1, Canadian Electrical Code (CE Code, Part I); Mexican Official Standard, NOM-001-SEDE; and the US National Electrical Code (NEC), NFPA 70.