IEC 61058-2-1:2018

IEC 61058-2-1 ®
Edition 3.0 2018-06
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
NORME
INTERNATIONALE
Switches for appliances –
Part 2-1: Particular requirements for cord switches

Interrupteurs pour appareils –
Partie 2-1: Exigences particulières pour les interrupteurs pour câbles souples

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IEC 61058-2-1 ®
Edition 3.0 2018-06
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
NORME
INTERNATIONALE
Switches for appliances –
Part 2-1: Particular requirements for cord switches

Interrupteurs pour appareils –

Partie 2-1: Exigences particulières pour les interrupteurs pour câbles souples

INTERNATIONAL
ELECTROTECHNICAL
COMMISSION
COMMISSION
ELECTROTECHNIQUE
INTERNATIONALE
ICS 29.120.40 ISBN 978-2-8322-5812-5

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CONTENTS
FOREWORD . 3
1 Scope . 5
2 Normative references . 5
3 Terms and definitions . 6
4 General requirements . 6
5 General information on tests . 6
6 Rating. 6
7 Classification . 7
8 Marking and documentation . 8
9 Protection against electric shock . 8
10 Provision for earthing . 9
11 Terminals and terminations . 9
12 Construction . 9
13 Mechanism . 15
14 Protection against ingress of solid foreign objects, ingress of water and humid
conditions . 15
15 Insulation resistance and dielectric strength . 15
16 Heating . 15
17 Endurance . 15
18 Mechanical strength . 15
19 Screws, current-carrying parts and connections . 16
20 Clearances, creepage distances, solid insulation and coatings of rigid printed
board assemblies . 17
21 Fire hazard . 17
22 Resistance to rusting . 17
23 Abnormal operation and fault conditions for switches . 17
24 Components for electronic switches . 17
25 EMC requirements . 17
Annexes . 23

Figure 101 – Pull apparatus for testing the cord anchorage. 18
Figure 102 – Apparatus for flexing test . 19
Figure 103 – Tumbling barrel . 20
Figure 104 – Torque apparatus for testing the cord anchorage . 21
Figure 105 – Example of insulation system for a single-pole cord switch . 22

Table 3 – Switch information and loads placed in groups . 8
Table 4 – Resistive current carried by the terminal and related cross-sectional areas
of terminals for unprepared conductors . 9
Table 101 – Rated currents for resistor loads and related type of cords . 11
Table 102 – Size of conductor. 14
Table 103 – Torque values for insulating material screws . 17

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SWITCHES FOR APPLIANCES –
Part 2-1: Particular requirements for cord switches

FOREWORD
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International Standard IEC 61058-2-1 has been prepared by subcommittee 23J: Switches for
appliances, of IEC technical committee 23: Electrical accessories.
This third edition cancels and replaces the second edition published in 2010 and constitutes a
technical revision.
This edition includes the following significant technical changes with respect to the previous
edition:
Overall format to support IEC 61058-1, IEC 61058-1-1, IEC 61058-1-2, and the heating tests.

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The text of this International Standard is based on the following documents:
CDV Report on voting
23J/432/CDV 23J/439/RVC
Full information on the voting for the approval of this International Standard can be found in
the report on voting indicated in the above table.
This publication has been drafted in accordance with the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2.
This document is to be read in conjunction with IEC 61058-1:2016.
This document supplements or modifies the corresponding clauses in IEC 61058-1, so as to
convert that publication into the IEC standard: Particular requirements for cord switches.
When a particular subclause of IEC 61058-1 is not mentioned in this document, that
subclause applies as far as reasonable. Where this document states "addition", "modification"
or "replacement", the relevant text of IEC 61058-1 is to be adapted accordingly.
In this standard:
1) the following print types are used:
• requirements proper: in roman type;
• test specifications: in italic type;
• explanatory matter: in smaller roman type.
2) subclauses, notes, figures and tables which are additional to those in IEC 61058-1 are
numbered starting from 101.
A list of all parts in the IEC 61058 series, published under the general title Switches for
appliances, can be found on the IEC website.
The committee has decided that the contents of this document will remain unchanged until the
stability date indicated on the IEC website under "http://webstore.iec.ch" in the data related to
the specific document. At this date, the document will be
• reconfirmed,
• withdrawn,
• replaced by a revised edition, or
• amended.
SWITCHES FOR APPLIANCES –
Part 2-1: Particular requirements for cord switches

1 Scope
Clause 1 of IEC 61058-1:2016 is applicable except as follows:
Addition:
This document applies to cord switches (mechanical or electronic) for appliances actuated by
hand, by foot or by other human activity, to operate or control electrical appliances and other
equipment for household or similar purposes with a rated voltage not exceeding 250 V and a
rated current not exceeding 16 A.

Throughout this document, the word "appliance" means "appliance or equipment".
These switches are intended to be operated by a person, via an actuating member or by
actuating a sensing unit. The actuating member or sensing unit can be integral or arranged
separately from the switch. The transmission of a signal between the actuating member or
sensing unit and the switch can be made either physically or electrically (for example,
electrical, optical, acoustic or thermal).
Switches which incorporate additional control functions governed by the switch function are
within the scope of this document.
This document also covers the indirect actuation of the switch when the operation of the
actuating member or sensing unit is provided by a remote control or a part of an appliance
such as a door.
NOTE 1 Electronic switches can be combined with mechanical switches giving full disconnection or
micro-disconnection.
NOTE 2 Electronic switches without a mechanical switch in the supply circuit provide only electronic
disconnection. Therefore, the circuit on the load side is always considered to be live.
NOTE 3 For switches used in tropical climates, additional requirements can apply.
NOTE 4 Attention is drawn to the fact that the standards for appliances can contain additional or alternative
requirements for switches.
2 Normative references
Clause 2 of IEC 61058-1:2016 is applicable except as follows:
Addition:
IEC 60227 (all parts), Polyvinyl chloride insulated cables of rated voltages up to and including
450/750 V
IEC 60227-5, Polyvinyl chloride insulated cables of rated voltages up to and including
450/750 V – Part 5: Flexible cables (cords)
IEC 60245 (all parts), Rubber insulated cables – Rated voltages up to and including
450/750 V
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IEC 60335-2-17, Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety – Part 2-17: Particular
requirements for blankets, pads, clothing and similar flexible heating appliances
IEC 61032, Protection of persons and equipment by enclosures – Probes for verification
IEC 61058-1:2016, Switches for appliances – Part 1: General requirements
IEC 61058-1-2:2016, Switches for appliances – Part 1-2: Requirements for electronic switches
3 Terms and definitions
Clause 2 of IEC 61058-1:2016 is applicable except as follows:
3.3 Terms and definitions relating to the different types of switches
Addition:
3.3.101
cord switch
separately enclosed switch intended to be connected to a supply and/or to an appliance by
means of a flexible cable(s)
Note 1 to entry: The flexible cable(s) may enter the switch enclosure in any direction and may be in line with the
enclosure.
3.5 Terms and definitions relating to connections to the switch
Addition:
3.5.101
rewirable switch
switch in which the opening of the enclosure provides access to the terminals of the switch
and external conductors can be replaced
3.5.102
non-rewirable switch
switch being so constructed that it forms a constructional unit with the flexible cable after
connection and assembly, and such that the external conductors cannot be replaced without
making the switch permanently inoperable
4 General requirements
Clause 4 of IEC 61058-1:2016 is applicable.
5 General information on tests
Clause 5 of IEC 61058-1:2016 is applicable.
6 Rating
Clause 6 of IEC 61058-1:2016 is applicable except as follows:
6.1 Replacement:
The maximum rated voltage is 250 V.
Preferred values are 50 V, 130 V and 250 V. Rated voltages differing from the preferred
values are allowed.
6.2 Replacement:
The maximum rated current is 16 A.
NOTE Preferred values are 1 A; 2 A; 2,5 A; 4 A; 6 A; 10 A; 16 A.
7 Classification
Clause 7 of IEC 61058-1:2016 is applicable except as follows:
Addition:
7.101 According to the connection to the switch
7.101.1 rewirable switch;
7.101.2 non-rewirable switch.
7.102 According to the means of suspension
7.102.1 with means of suspension;
7.102.2 without means of suspension.
7.103 According to the type of cord for which the switch is suitable
7.103.1 switches suitable for the connection of round cords;
7.103.2 switches suitable for the connection of flat cords only;
7.103.3 switches suitable for the connection of both round and flat cords.
7.22 According to the type of forced cooling
Subclause 7.22.2 of IEC 61058-1:2016 does not apply.

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8 Marking and documentation
Clause 8 of IEC 61058-1:2016 is applicable except as follows:
Table 3 – Switch information and loads placed in groups
Addition:
Means of information
Common Unique
Characteristic Subclause
No
type type
reference reference
CT UT
5 TERMINALS/CONDUCTORS
5.101 If a cord switch is non-rewirable, this shall be 7.101.2 Documentat Documenta
documented. ion tion
5.102 If a cord switch is suitable for use with flat cords only, 7.103.2 Documentat Documenta
this shall be documented. ion tion
101 CATEGORY OR TYPE OF APPLIANCE WITH WHICH THE SWITCH MAY BE USED
101.1 Cord switch intended exclusively for controlling Documentati Documenta
luminaries. on tion
101.2 Category or type of appliance according to  Documentati Documenta
IEC 60335-2-17 with which the switch may be used. on tion

Addition:
8.101 For cord switches intended exclusively for controlling luminaires, no "OFF" marking is
required.
9 Protection against electric shock
Clause 9 of IEC 61058-1:2016 is applicable except as follows:
9.1 Addition at the end of the subclause:
For cord switches, the test is made when the switch is fitted with cords either of the smallest
or of the largest nominal cross-sectional area specified in Table 4, whichever is more
unfavourable.
9.1.2 Replacement:
9.1.2 If a cover or cover plate or a fuse can be removed without the use of a tool, the
protection against contact with live parts shall be assured even after removal of the cover or
cover plate.
If there is a marking on the outside of the switch showing that a fuse is inside and the cover or
cover plate has to be removed with a tool, the protection against contact with live parts shall
be assured even after removal of the cover or cover plate.
If there is no marking on the outside of the switch but the instruction sheet shows that a fuse
is inside and the cover or cover plate has to be removed with a tool, either the protection
against contact with live parts shall be assured even after removal of the cover or cover plate,
or the instruction sheet shall state that the disconnection from the supply before opening shall
be performed.
Compliance is checked with the standard test finger, test probe B according to IEC 61032.
Addition:
9.101 Non-rewirable switches are tested with the cords as fitted by the manufacturer.
10 Provision for earthing
Clause 10 of IEC 61058-1:2016 is applicable except as follows:
10.1 Addition:
Terminals provided for earthing continuity are permitted if they are separated from live parts
by basic insulation and from accessible parts by supplementary insulation. An example of the
insulation system for earthing continuity is given in Figure 105.
10.3 Subclause 10.3 of IEC 61058-1:2016 does not apply.
Additional subclause:
10.101 The printed conductors of printed circuit boards may be used to provide earthing
continuity under the following conditions:
– at least two tracks are used with independent soldering points and the switch complies
with 10.4 for each track;
– the material of the printed circuit board consists of epoxide woven glass fabric copper-clad
laminated sheet;
– the printed conductors withstand the short circuit test according to Clause 23 of
IEC 61058-1-2:2016.
11 Terminals and terminations
Clause 11 of IEC 61058-1:2016 is applicable except as follows:
Replacement:
Table 4 – Resistive current carried by the terminal and related
cross-sectional areas of terminals for unprepared conductors
Resistive current carried by the terminal Flexible conductors
A
Cross-sectional areas
mm
Terminal size
Minimum Medium Maximum
– 0,5 0,75 –
Over 0 up to and including 3
0,5 0,75 1,0 0
Over 3 up to and including 6
0,75 1,0 1,5 1
Over 6 up to and including 16
12 Construction
Clause 12 of IEC 61058-1:2016 is applicable except as follows:

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12.1 Constructional requirements relating to protection against electric shock
12.1.2 Addition:
– short rigid wires are not regarded as liable to come away from a terminal if they remain in
position when the terminal screw is loosened.
Additional subclause:
12.1.101 If solder terminals are classified according to 7.20.15, additional provisions for
securing the conductors shall be provided.
12.3 Constructional requirements relating to the mounting of switches and to the
attachment of cords
Additional subclauses:
12.3.101 Cord switches shall have cord anchorages such that the conductors are relieved
from strain, including twisting, where they are connected to the terminals, and such that the
sheath of the cord is protected from abrasion and kept in position.
12.3.102 It shall be clear how the relief from strain and the prevention of twisting is intended
to be effected.
12.3.103 Makeshift methods such as tying the cord into a knot, or tying the ends with string
shall not be used.
12.3.104 Cord anchorages of cord switches shall be of insulating material, or, if of metal,
shall be insulated from accessible metal parts or accessible insulating surfaces by insulation
complying with the requirements for supplementary insulation.
12.3.105 For rewirable cord switches, the cord anchorages shall be so designed that their
parts do not fall out when the cover of the switch is removed even if the switches are not fitted
with their cords.
12.3.106 Cord anchorages shall be so designed that:
– for any attachment method, the cord is not fixed by penetration of its insulation in such a
way that the insulation of the cord is cut or otherwise significantly damaged;
– a soft deformation of the insulation in such a way that the insulation of the cord is not cut
or otherwise significantly damaged is allowed;
– the cord cannot touch clamping screws of the cord anchorage if these screws are
accessible or electrically connected to accessible metal parts;
– the cord is not clamped by a screw which bears directly on the cord, except where the
screw is made of insulating material;
– for rewirable switches, at least one part is securely fixed to the switch;
– for rewirable switches, replacement of the cord does not require the use of a special
purpose tool;
– for rewirable switches, they are suitable for the different types of cords which may be
connected.
12.3.107 Cord anchorages for rewirable switches shall be so designed and located that
replacement of the cord is easy.

Compliance with the requirements of 12.3.101 to 12.3.107 is checked by inspection and by a
pull test in an apparatus similar to that shown in Figure 101, followed by a torque test in an
apparatus similar to that shown in Figure 104:
– non-rewirable switches are tested with the cord as delivered and three new test specimens
shall be used for each of the tests (pull and torque);
– three new rewirable switches are tested with PVC sheathed cords having the smallest and
largest cross-sectional area as shown in Table 101. Before the test, the free length of the
cord shall be cut to 150 mm ± 5 mm;
– rewirable switches provided with entries specially designed for the connection of PVC
insulated flat cords – IEC 60227(all parts) – are tested with flat cords only.
Table 101 – Rated currents for resistor loads and related type of cords
Rated current Number of Nominal cross- Types of cord
for resistor cores section according to
load IEC 60227 (all
parts)
A mm fl = flat
0,5
52 (fl)
Over 0,2
0,75
52 (fl)
up to and
including 3
0,5 52
0,75 52
52 (fl)
2 0,75
53 (fl)
Over 3
2 1
up to and   53 (fl)
including 6
3 0,75
0,75 53
1,0 53
52 (fl)
0,75
53 (fl)
1,0 53
1,5 53
Over 6
up to and
0,75
including 16
1,0 53
1,5 53
1,0 53
1,5 53
Conductors of the cord are introduced into the terminals of rewirable switches, and the
terminal metal screws are tightened just sufficiently to prevent the conductors from easily
changing their position.
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The cord anchorage is used in the normal way, clamping screws being tightened with
two-thirds of the torque specified in 19.2 and insulating material screws with two-thirds of the
torque specified in Table 103. After reassembly of the switch, its component parts shall fit
snugly and it shall not be possible to push the cord into the switch to any appreciable extent.
The switch is first fixed in the test apparatus according to Figure 101 so that the axis of the
cord is vertical where it enters the specimen. The cord is then subjected 100 times to a pull of
60 N. The pulls are applied without jerks, each time for 1 s.
Immediately after this test, the cord is subjected for 1 min to a torque with an apparatus
similar to that shown in Figure 104 of:
– 0,15 Nm for cords having a nominal cross-sectional area of up to and including 0,75 mm ;
2 2
– 0,25 Nm for cords having a nominal cross-sectional area of 1 mm and 1,5 mm .
The torque is applied as near as possible to the switch.
For switches for blankets, pads and similar flexible heating appliances according to
IEC 60335-2-17, the pull and torque tests are performed with a pull force of 100 N and a
torque of 0,15 Nm.
During the tests, the cord shall not be damaged. After the tests, the cord shall not have been
displaced longitudinally by more than 2 mm, and there shall be no appreciable strain at the
connection. Creepage distances and clearances shall not have been reduced below the value
specified in Clause 20. For non-rewirable switches, there shall be no break in the electrical
connections.
For the measurement of the longitudinal displacement, a mark is made on the cord while it is
subjected to the first pull. After the tests, the displacement of the mark on the cord in relation
to the specimen is measured while the cord is subjected to an additional pull.
12.3.108 Non-rewirable switches shall be provided with a cord complying with either
IEC 60227-5 or IEC 60245 (all parts).
Compliance is checked by inspection.
12.3.109 Screws, if any, which have to be operated when replacing the cord, shall not serve
to fix any other component unless either the switch is rendered inoperable or manifestly
incomplete if such screws are omitted or incorrectly replaced, or if the component intended to
be fixed cannot be removed without the aid of a tool when replacing the cord.
NOTE This does not exclude that the cover can serve as a cord anchorage or as a part of a cord anchorage.
Compliance is checked by inspection.
12.3.110 Cord switches shall be designed so that the cords are capable of withstanding the
bending likely to occur in normal use. The inlet or bushing shall have no sharp edges.
If a cord guard is provided to meet this requirement, it shall not be integral to the cord except
for switches with terminals classified according to 7.20.2 where special cords with, for
example, moulded-on cord guards can be fixed, but where it is not possible to fit a standard
cord without a cord guard during servicing.
Compliance is checked by subjecting the switch, fitted with the cord or range of cords for
which it is designed, to the following tests.
The switch is mounted in the flexing apparatus shown in Figure 102. For the purpose of the
test, the following conditions apply:

a) the test is performed only once with a cord of the maximum dimension attached;
b) for switches having a rated current over 3 A, a cord of type IEC 60227-5 shall be used;
c) if the switch is classified according to 7.103.3, the test shall be done with both types of
cords;
d) if the switch is classified according to 7.103.2, then the flat type shall be used;
e) for non-rewirable switches, further test specimens shall be used.
The axis of oscillation is so chosen that the weight attached to the cord, and the cord itself,
make the minimum lateral movement during the test. Specimens with flat cords are mounted
so that the major axis of the cross-section is parallel to the axis of oscillation.
Each cord passing through the inlet opening is loaded with a weight having a mass of 1 kg. A
current equal to the rated current passing through that particular core when the switch is
operated at rated voltage is passed through each core, the voltage between the cores being
maximum rated voltage. The oscillating member is moved backwards and forwards through an
angle of 22,5° (on either side of the vertical), the number of flexings (that is 1 movement
through 45°) being 5 000, and the rate of the flexing being 60 flexings per minute.
For switches for blankets, pads and similar flexible heating appliances according to
IEC 60335-2-17, the movement of the oscillating member is through an angle of 45 ° (on
either side of the vertical) and the load on the cord is 0,5 kg.
Rewirable switches are subjected to 10 000 flexings and non-rewirable switches to 20 000
flexings.
During the test there shall be no interruption of the test current and no short circuit between
conductors.
After the test, the specimens shall show no damage within the meaning of this document.
12.3.111 For rewirable cord switches, the space for the external conductors inside the
switch shall be adequate to allow the conductors to be easily introduced and connected, and
the cover, if any, to be fitted without risk of damage to the conductors or their insulation.
It shall be possible to check that the conductors are correctly connected and positioned
before the cover is fitted.
Compliance is checked by inspection and by connecting cords of the maximum
cross-sectional area according to Table 4.
12.3.112 Rewirable single-pole cord switches shall be provided with an additional terminal or
terminals which will allow the connection of the non switched conductor or conductors.
This terminal or terminals shall allow the connection of both the incoming and the outgoing
ends of the non-switched conductor or conductors.
12.3.113 Non-rewirable cord switches shall be provided with soldered, welded, crimped or
equally effective permanent connections.
The construction of the switch is such that:
– the cord cannot be separated from the switch,
– the switch cannot be opened by hand or by using a tool,
without making the switch permanently inoperative.

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The switch is considered as being permanently inoperative if, for the reassembly of the switch
it is necessary to use parts or materials other than the original ones.
NOTE Original parts are considered to be parts from the original switch and not as being spare parts.
Compliance is checked by inspection and by manual test. For screwless terminals, the
thermal endurance test of 11.5 has to be applied.
12.3.114 For prewired cord switch assemblies, the current rating of the cord shall be
compatible with the current rating of the switch and shall be in accordance with the values
given in Table 102.
Table 102 – Size of conductor
Rated resistive current of a switch Cross-sectional area of the conductor
A mm
Over 0 up to and including 3 0,5 to 0.75
Over 3 up to and including 6 0,75 to 1,0
Over 6 up to and including 10 0,75 to 1,0
Over 10 up to and including 16 0,75 to 1,0 to 1,5

12.3.115 Rewirable cord switches with terminals provided for earthing continuity shall be
designed with ample space for slack of the protective earth conductor in such a way that if the
strain relief should fail, the connection of the protective earth conductor is subjected to strain
after the connections of the current-carrying conductors, and that, in case of excessive
stresses, the protective earth conductor will break after the current-carrying conductors.
Compliance is checked by the following test.
The cord is connected to the cord switch in such a way that the current-carrying conductors
are led from the strain relief to the corresponding terminals along the shortest possible path.
After they are correctly connected, the core of the protective earth conductor is led to its
terminal and cut off at a distance 8 mm longer than necessary for its correct connection.
The protective earth conductor is then connected to its terminal. It shall then be possible to
house the loop, which is formed by the protective earth conductor owing to its surplus length,
freely in the wiring space without squeezing or pressing the core when the cover of the cord
switch is remounted and fixed correctly.
12.3.116 Switches with means for suspension shall have adequate mechanical strength to
withstand the stress imposed during use.
Compliance is checked by the following tests.
Barriers, between the space intended for the suspension means fixed to the wall and the live
parts likely to be subjected to mechanical strain when the switch is suspended on a wall, are
tested as follows.
A cylindrical steel rod, having a diameter of 3 mm and a hemispherical end with a radius of
1,5 mm, is pushed perpendicularly to the supporting wall surface, in the most unfavourable
position, for 10 s against the barrier, with a force of 75 N. The rod shall not pierce the barrier.

The switch mounted with the flexible cord is suspended on the wall as in normal use, by
means of a cylindrical steel rod having the same dimensions as the rod described above and
a length sufficient to touch the rear of the barrier.
A pull force of 60 N is applied, in the most unfavourable position, to the supply flexible cord
for 10 s.
During the test, the switch means for suspension on a wall shall not break or, if they break,
live parts shall not become accessible to the standard test finger.
12.3.117 The switch is suspended on the wall as in normal use, using a round head screw
with a shank diameter of 3 mm, and is subjected to a pull test with 50 N applied without jerks.
The pull force is applied for 10 s in a direction giving the greatest strain on the suspension
means.
During the test, the switch means for suspension on a wall shall not break or, if they break,
live parts shall not become accessible to the standard test finger.
NOTE The tests are carried out on each means for suspension, in the case of more than one means.
13 Mechanism
Clause 13 of IEC 61058-1:2016 is applicable.
14 Protection against ingress of solid foreign objects, ingress of water and
humid conditions
Clause 14 of IEC 61058-1:2016 is applicable.
15 Insulation resistance and dielectric strength
Clause 15 of IEC 61058-1:2016 is applicable.
16 Heating
Clause 16 of IEC 61058-1:2016 is applicable.
17 Endurance
Clause 17 of IEC 61058-1:2016 is applicable.
18 Mechanical strength
Clause 18 of IEC 61058-1:2016 is applicable except as follows:
18.2 Addition at the end of the subclause:
For the test of 18.2, cord switches other than foot-operated types are held in contact with a
sheet of plywood having a thickness of 15 mm.
Foot-operated types are placed on a solid hardwood board having a thickness of 25 mm.

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Additional subclauses:
18.101 Cord switches other than foot-operated types are tested in a tumbling barrel as
shown in Figure 103. The width of the barrel shall be not less than 275 mm, but the actual
width shall be such that the free fall of the switch fitted with the cord(s) specified is ensured.
Only one specimen is tested in the barrel at a time.
Rewirable switches are fitted with the cord or cords according to Table 101 having the
smallest cross-sectional area and a free length of approximately 50 mm. Terminal screws are
tightened with two-thirds of the torque specified in 19.2.
Non-rewirable switches shall be tested with the cord or cords supplied, the cord or cords
being cut so that a free length of about 50 mm projects from the switch.
The specimen falls from a height of 50 cm on to a steel plate, 3 mm thick, the number of falls
being as follows:
– 1 000 if the mass of the specimen without cord does not exceed 100 g;
– 500 if the mass of the specimen without cord exceeds 100 g but does not exceed 200 g;
– 100 if the mass of the specimen without cord exceeds 200 g.
The barrel is turned at a rate of 5 r/min, 10 falls per minute thus taking place.
After the test, the specimen shall show no damage to impair compliance with this document.
After this test, special attention is paid to the connection of the cord(s).
Small pieces may be broken and the actuation member may be damaged without causing
rejection provided that the protection against electric shock is not affected and provided that
any declared disconnection can be obtained by using the actuating member, even if damaged.
Connections shall not become loose during the test.
18.102 Cord switches of the foot-operated type are subjected to a compression test as
follows:
– the switch with the appropriate cord(s) fitted is placed in the normal operation position on
a horizontal flat steel plate having a thickness of 15 mm, which is rigidly supported. Any
movement of the switch on the plate is prevented;
– the switch is subjected to a force applied via a 50 mm diameter steel rod. The initial force
of 250 N ± 5 N is increased to 750 N ± 5 N over a period of 1 min. This force is maintained
for a further period of 1 min and then removed;
– the test is repeated two more times with the force applied to different positions. The three
positions are chosen so that the points most likely to fail are tested.
After the tests, the specimen shall show no damage to impair compliance with this document.
19 Screws, current-carrying parts and connections
Clause 19 of IEC 61058-1:2016 is applicable, except as follows.
Addition:
19.101 Insulating material screws
Table 103 shows the torqu
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