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TECHNICAL
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General testing procedures for medical electrical equipment
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IEC TR 62354 ®
Edition 3.0 2014-09
TECHNICAL
REPORT
General testing procedures for medical electrical equipment

INTERNATIONAL
ELECTROTECHNICAL
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ICS 11.040 ISBN 978-2-8322-1856-3

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CONTENTS
FOREWORD . 6
INTRODUCTION . 9
1 Scope and object . 10
2 Normative references . 10
3 Terms, definitions, abbreviations and acronyms. 11
3.1 Terms and definitions . 11
3.2 Abbreviations and acronyms . 12
4 Types of tests . 12
4.1 GENERAL . 12
4.2 Visual inspection . 13
5 State of the ME EQUIPMENT . 13
6 Number of samples . 13
7 Applicable test items to the clauses of IEC 60601-1 . 13
8 Sequence of tests . 13
9 General testing condition . 14
10 Power sources for tests . 15
10.1 General . 15
10.2 Connection to a separate power source . 16
10.3 Connection to an external d.c. power source . 16
10.4 Source of power for ME EQUIPMENT . 16
10.5 SUPPLY MAINS for testing ME EQUIPMENT . 16
11 Measurement and test equipment . 17
11.1 General requirements . 17
11.2 Accuracy . 18
11.3 Safety criteria for selection . 18
11.4 Calibration . 18
12 Treatments of unit symbols and measured values . 19
13 PROCEDURES for testing, including particular conditions . 19
13.1 General . 19
13.2 Tests to be performed by inspection . 20
13.3 Measurements and tests performed on non-energized equipment . 41
13.4 Measurements and tests for equipment that is operating . 96
Annex A (informative) Sequence of testing. 165
A.1 Sequence of testing (IEC 60601-1:1988) . 165
A.2 Sequence of testing (IEC 60601-1:2005) . 166
Annex B (informative) Information typically required for product safety testing (Guide) . 168
B.1 Purpose . 168
B.2 Description . 168
B.3 Intended use environment . 168
B.4 Construction . 168
B.5 List of safety-related components and relevant approvals . 168
B.6 Test system . 168
B.7 Power . 168
B.8 Grounding . 169

B.9 Modes of operation; configurations . 169
B.10 Failure modes . 169
B.11 RISK ANALYSIS according with ISO 14971 . 169
B.12 Software . 169
B.13 Auxiliary equipment . 169
B.14 Transformers and chokes . 169
Annex C (informative) Testing and measuring equipment . 170
Annex D (informative) Suitable measuring supply circuits . 171
Annex E (informative) Preventive maintenance . 174
E.1 General . 174
E.2 Cleaning and disinfection . 174
E.3 Preventive maintenance checklist . 174
E.4 OPERATOR checks . 174
Annex F (informative) Test probes . 175
Annex G (informative) Index of tests (IEC 60601-1:2005 clauses order) . 177
Annex H (informative) Index of tests for an INTERNALLY POWERED EQUIPMENT – battery
only – (IEC 60601-1:2005 clauses order) . 179
Annex I (informative) Index of tests (IEC 60601-1:2005 alphabetic order) . 181
Annex J (informative) Index of tests for an INTERNALLY POWERED EQUIPMENT – battery
only – (IEC 60601-1:2005 alphabetic order) . 183
Annex K (informative) Production line tests . 185
K.1 Production-line dielectric voltage-withstand test . 185
K.2 Production-line grounding-continuity test . 186
K.3 Production-line EARTH LEAKAGE CURRENT test . 186
K.4 Recommended features for specific test equipment . 186
Annex L (informative) Evaluation of the laboratory power source characteristics . 189
L.1 Purpose . 189
L.2 Application . 189
L.3 Definitions. 190
L.4 Testing . 191
Annex M (informative) Traceability of calibrations and calibration intervals . 194
M.1 Purpose . 194
M.2 Traceability of calibrations . 194
M.3 Calibration intervals for test equipment requiring calibration . 194
Annex N (informative) Guidance for preparation, attachment, extension, use of
thermocouples and acceptance of thermocouple wire . 196
N.1 General . 196
N.2 Preparation . 196
N.3 Placement . 196
N.4 Attachment . 197
N.5 Extension . 198
N.6 Use . 199
N.7 Acceptance of thermocouples wire . 199
Annex O (informative) Guideline for safe laboratory work . 201
O.1 BASIC SAFETY guidelines for working with test instruments . 201
O.2 Basic guidelines for performing safety tests . 203
O.3 Basic guidelines regarding test personnel and test areas . 205

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O.4 Contents of a documented safe environment for working in a testing
laboratory . 206
Bibliography . 207
Index of defined terms . 209

Figure 1 – Area of the bottom of an ENCLOSURE as specified in 11.3 b) 1) . 37
Figure 2 – Baffle . 37
Figure 3 – CREEPAGE DISTANCE and AIR CLEARANCE – Example 1 . 51
Figure 4 – CREEPAGE DISTANCE and AIR CLEARANCE – Example 2 . 51
Figure 5 – CREEPAGE DISTANCE and AIR CLEARANCE – Example 3 . 52
Figure 6 – CREEPAGE DISTANCE and AIR CLEARANCE – Example 4 . 52
Figure 7 – CREEPAGE DISTANCE and AIR CLEARANCE – Example 5 . 52
Figure 8 – CREEPAGE DISTANCE and AIR CLEARANCE – Example 6 . 52
Figure 9 – CREEPAGE DISTANCE and AIR CLEARANCE – Example 7 . 53
Figure 10 – CREEPAGE DISTANCE and AIR CLEARANCE – Example 8 . 53
Figure 11 – CREEPAGE DISTANCE and AIR CLEARANCE – Example 9 . 54
Figure 12 – CREEPAGE DISTANCE and AIR CLEARANCE – Example 10 . 54
Figure 13 – Human body test mass . 73
Figure 14 – Application of test voltage to bridged PATIENT CONNECTIONS (common
mode) for DEFIBRILLATION-PROOF APPLIED PARTS . 103
Figure 15 – Application of test voltage to individual PATIENT CONNECTIONS (differential
mode) for DEFIBRILLATION-PROOF APPLIED PARTS . 104
Figure 16 – Application of test voltage to test the delivered defibrillation energy
(energy reduction test) . 108
Figure 17 – Example of a measuring device and its frequency characteristics . 110
Figure 18 – Measuring circuit for the EARTH LEAKAGE CURRENT of CLASS I equipment,
with or without APPLIED PARTS . 112
Figure 19 – Measuring circuit for the TOUCH CURRENT . 115
Figure 20 – Measuring circuit for the PATIENT LEAKAGE CURRENT from the PATIENT
CONNECTION to earth . 117
Figure 21 – Measuring circuit for the total PATIENT LEAKAGE CURRENT with all PATIENT
CONNECTIONS of all APPLIED PARTS of the same type (TYPE B APPLIED PARTS, TYPE BF
APPLIED PARTS or TYPE CF APPLIED PARTS) connected together . 118
Figure 22 – Measuring circuit for the PATIENT LEAKAGE CURRENT via the PATIENT
CONNECTION(S) of an F-TYPE APPLIED PART to earth caused by an external voltage on
the PATIENT CONNECTION(S) . 120
Figure 23 – Measuring circuit for the PATIENT LEAKAGE CURRENT from PATIENT
CONNECTION(S) to earth caused by an external voltage on a metal ACCESSIBLE PART
that is not PROTECTIVELY EARTHED . 121
Figure 24 – Measuring circuit for the PATIENT LEAKAGE CURRENT from PATIENT
CONNECTION(S) to earth caused by an external voltage on a SIGNAL INPUT/OUTPUT PART . 123
Figure 25 – Measuring circuit for the PATIENT AUXILIARY CURRENT . 125
Figure 26 – Ratio between hydraulic test pressure and maximum permissible working
pressure . 129
Figure 27 – Spark ignition test apparatus . 136
Figure 28 – Maximum allowable current I as a function of the maximum allowable
voltage U measured in a purely resistive circuit in an OXYGEN RICH ENVIRONMENT . 139

Figure 29 – Maximum allowable voltage U as a function of the capacitance C
measured in a capacitive circuit used in an OXYGEN RICH ENVIRONMENT . 139
Figure 30 – Maximum allowable current I as a function of the inductance L measured in
an inductive circuit in an OXYGEN RICH ENVIRONMENT . 140
Figure D.1 – Measuring supply circuit with one side of the SUPPLY MAINS at
approximately earth potential . 171
Figure D.2 – Measuring supply circuit with SUPPLY MAINS approximately symmetrical to
earth potential . 171
Figure D.3 – Measuring supply circuit for polyphase ME EQUIPMENT specified for
connection to a polyphase SUPPLY MAINS . 171
Figure D.4 – Measuring supply circuit for single-phase ME EQUIPMENT specified for
connection to a polyphase SUPPLY MAINS . 172
Figure D.5 – Measuring supply circuit for ME EQUIPMENT having a separate power
supply unit or intended to receive its power from another equipment in an ME SYSTEM . 172
Figure F.1 – Standard test finger . 175
Figure F.2 – Test hook . 176
Figure F.3 – Test pin . 176
Figure F.4 – Ball-pressure test apparatus . 176
Figure N.1 – Thermocouple preparation . 196
Figure N.2 – Securing of thermocouples . 197
Figure N.3 – Example of confinement of a thermocouple . 198
Figure N.4 – Example where thermocouple connectors need not be used . 199

Table 1 – Units outside the SI units system that may be used . 19
Table 2 – Tests to be performed by inspection . 20
Table 3 – NOMINAL cross-sectional area of conductors of a POWER SUPPLY CORD . 31
Table 4 – Acceptable perforation of the bottom of an ENCLOSURE . 38
Table 5 – Measurements and tests performed on non-energized equipment . 41
Table 6 – Testing of cord anchorages . 56
a
Table 7 – Acceptable gaps . 62
Table 8 – Drop height . 87
Table 9 – Test torques for rotating controls . 93
Table 10 – Measurements and tests for equipment that is operating . 96
Table 11 – Allowable maximum temperatures for skin contact with ME EQUIPMENT
APPLIED PARTS . 147
Table 12 – Allowable maximum temperatures for ME EQUIPMENT parts that are likely to
be touched . 147
Table 13 – Allowable maximum temperatures of parts . 148
Table 14 – Temperature limits of motor windings . 148
Table 15 – Maximum motor winding steady-state temperature . 149
Table 16 – Maximum allowable temperatures of transformer windings under overload
and short-circuit conditions at 25 °C (± 5 °C) ambient temperature . 149
Table 17 – Test current for transformers . 162
Table C.1 – IEC 60601-1:1988+AMD 1:1991 and AMD 2:1995 . 170
Table D.1 – Legends of symbols for Figure D.1 to Figure D.5 . 173
Table L.1 – Method for testing a single phase laboratory power source. 191

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GENERAL TESTING PROCEDURES
FOR MEDICAL ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT

FOREWORD
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IEC 62354, which is a technical report, has been prepared by subcommittee 62A: Common
aspects of electrical equipment used in medical practice, of IEC technical committee 62:
Electrical equipment in medical practice.
This third edition cancels and replaces the second edition published in 2009. This edition
constitutes a technical revision intended to align the guidance in this technical report with
Amendment 1 to IEC 60601:2005. Several tests have been updated and additional test
procedures added. The following tests have been added or significantly revised:
13.2.1 RISK MANAGEMENT PROCESS
13.2.4 Durability and legibility of marking
13.2.5 Battery markings
13.2.8 POTENTIAL EQUALIZATION TERMINAL
13.2.14 USABILITY of ME EQUIPMENT
13.3.1 Humidity preconditioning
13.3.2 Impedance of PE connection
13.3.7 CREEPAGE DISTANCES and AIR CLEARANCES
13.3.12 Instability (in transport position; excluding transport; from horizontal and vertical
forces and from unwanted lateral movement)
13.3.13 Castors and wheels (Force for propulsion, movement over a threshold)
13.3.14 Safety catch evaluation
13.3.17 Overflow
13.3.18 Spillage
13.3.23 Impact
13.3.14 Drop impact
13.3.25 Rough handling
13.3.27 Actuating parts of controls
13.3.28 Construction of transformers
13.4.1 ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE – Functional
13.4.3 Voltage mismatch
13.4.4 Limitation of voltage, current or energy
13.4.5 DEFIBRILLATION-PROOF APPLIED PART protection
13.4.6 Energy reduction
13.4.7 EARTH LEAKAGE CURRENT
13.4.9 PATIENT LEAKAGE CURRENT
13.4.14 Sound pressure level measurements
13.4.16 X-radiation (ionizing radiation) measurement
13.4.20 Interruption of power supply
13.4.28 Rechargeable battery overcharge/discharge
13.4.29 Mains transformers
This technical report is intended to be read in conjunction with IEC 60601-1:1988 (including
the collateral provisions of IEC 60601-1-1:2000) and IEC 60601-1:2005 and
IEC 60601-1:2005/AMD1:2012.
The text of this technical report is based on the following documents:
Enquiry draft Report on voting
62A/936/DTR 62A/947/RVC
Full information on the voting for the approval of this technical report can be found in the
report on voting indicated in the above table.
In this technical report, the terms defined in Clause 2 of IEC 60601-1:1988 or Clause 3 of
IEC 60601-1:2005 are printed in SMALL CAPITALS.
This publication has been drafted in accordance with the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2.

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INTRODUCTION
IEC/TR 60513, Fundamental aspects of safety standards for medical electrical equipment
published by IEC sub-committee 62A provided the basis for inclusion of the test methods for
ME EQUIPMENT in the safety standards.
"Technical requirements and test methods are interrelated elements of product standards and
should always be considered together.
Product standards should identify where medically informed judgements are required in
deciding whether a particular requirement applies.
Wherever possible, the standards should contain test specifications for completely and clearly
checking compliance with the technical requirements. In some cases, a compliance statement
such as 'visual inspection', 'manual testing' or similar is adequate for this purpose if such a
method gives an accurate assessment.
It should be easy to recognize which test methods apply to each technical requirement.
Appropriate headings should designate the appropriate test and a reference should be made
to the clause containing the requirement. This also applies for references which are made to
other relevant test standards."
It was deemed necessary to support IEC 60601-1 with guidelines for general testing
PROCEDURES for MEDICAL ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT.
In developing the test PROCEDURES, the advice given in IEC/TR 60513 and ISO/IEC Guide 51
was considered as follows:
a) test results should be reproducible within defined limits. When considered necessary, the
test method should incorporate a statement as to its limit of uncertainty;
b) where the sequence of tests can influence the results, the correct sequence should be
specified.
There is also growing support for the idea that all the test PROCEDURES for ME EQUIPMENT
should be found within one international standard.
ISO/IEC 17025, General requirements for the competence of testing and calibration
laboratories, highlights the need for a single series of requirements covering test
PROCEDURES.
IEC/TR 60513 includes a major new principle referring to testing:
“In specifying minimum safety requirements, provision is made for assessing the
adequacy of the design PROCESS where this provides an appropriate alternative to the
application of laboratory testing with specific pass/fail criteria, (e.g. in assessing the
safety of new technologies such as programmable electronic systems).”

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GENERAL TESTING PROCEDURES
FOR MEDICAL ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT

1 Scope and object
This technical report applies to MEDICAL ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT (as defined in Subclauses 3.63
of IEC 60601-1:2005 and 2.2.15 of IEC 60601-1:1988), hereinafter referred to as
ME EQUIPMENT.
The object of this technical report is to provide guidance on general testing PROCEDURES
according to IEC 60601-1:1988 (including the collateral provisions of IEC 60601-1-1:2000)
and IEC 60601-1:2005 and IEC 60601-1:2005/AMD1:2012.
2 Normative references
The following documents, in whole or in part, are normatively referenced in this document and
are indispensable for its application. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For
undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any
amendments) applies.
IEC 60086-4, Primary batteries – Part 4: Safety of lithium batteries
IEC 60127-1, Miniature fuses – Part 1: Definitions for miniature fuses and general
requirements for miniature fuse-links
IEC 60252-1, AC motor capacitors – Part 1: General – Performance, testing and rating –
Safety requirements – Guide for installation and operation
IEC 60364-4-41, Low voltage electrical installations – Part 4-41: Protection for safety –
Protection against electric shock
IEC 60417, Graphical symbols for use on equipment. Available from: http://www.graphical-
symbols.info/equipment
IEC/TR 60513, Fundamental aspects of safety standards for medical electrical equipment

IEC 60529:1989, Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP Code)
IEC 60529:1989/AMD1:1999
IEC 60601-1:1988, Medical electrical equipment – Part 1: General requirements for safety
IEC 60601-1:1998/AMD1:1991
IEC 60601-1:1998/AMD2:1995
IEC 60601-1:2005, Medical electrical equipment – Part 1: General requirements for basic

safety and essential performance
IEC 60601-1:2005/AMD1:2012
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A consolidated version 2.1 (2001) exists that includes IEC 60529:1989 and its Amendment 1:1999.
The second edition of IEC 60601-1, cancelled and replaced by the third edition in 2005.
A consolidated version 3.1 (2012) exists that includes IEC 60601-1:2005 and its Amendment 1:2012.

IEC 60601-1-2, Medical electrical equipment – Part 1-2: General requirements for basic safety
and essential performance – Collateral Standard: Electromagnetic disturbances –
Requirements and tests
IEC 61010 (all parts), Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control,
and laboratory use
IEC 61010-1, Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and
laboratory use – Part 1: General requirements
IEC 61672-1, Electroacoustics – Sound level meters – Part 1: Specifications
IEC 61672-2, Electroacoustics – Sound level meters – Part 2: Pattern evaluation tests
IEC 62133, Secondary cells and batteries containing alkaline or other non-acid electrolytes –
Safety requirements for portable sealed secondary cells, and for batteries made from them,
for use in portable applications
ISO 17665-1, Sterilization of health care products – Moist heat – Part 1: Requirements for the
development, validation and routine control of a sterilization process for medical devices
ISO 11135-1, Medical devices – Validation and routine control of ethylene oxide sterilization
ISO 11137-1, Sterilization of health care products – Radiation – Part 1: Requirements for
development, validation and routine control of a sterilization process for medical devices
ISO 14971:2007, Medical devices – Application of risk management to medical devices
ISO/IEC 17025, General requirements for the competence of testing and calibration
laboratories
ISO 80000-1, Quantities and units – Part 1: General
3 Terms, definitions, abbreviations and acronyms
3.1 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the terms and definitions given in IEC 60601-1:1988 and
IEC 60601-1:2005 apply.
NOTE 1 Where the terms “voltage” and “current” are used in this document, they mean the r.m.s. values of an
alternating, direct or composite voltage or current unless stated otherwise.
NOTE 2 An index of defined terms is found beginning on page 209.
NOTE 3 When used in the body of this document, N/A means “Not applicable”.
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Withdrawn and replaced by ISO 11135:2014.

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3.2 Abbreviations and acronyms
Abbreviation Term
a.c. Alternating current
d.c. Direct current
DUT Device under test
MAR Mean angle resolvable
MD Measuring device
ME MEDICAL ELECTRICAL
RH Relative humidity
r.m.s. Root mean square
SI System international
SIP/SOP SIGNAL INPUT/OUTPUT PART

4 Types of tests
4.1 GENERAL
“TYPE TESTS” are required for verifying the BASIC SAFETY and ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE of the
product design.
NOTE 1 The tests described in this technical report can also be used by the MANUFACTURER to ensure the quality
of the product and the manufacturing PROCESS. See Annex I.
A test need not be carried out if analysis shows that the condition being tested has been
adequately evaluated by other tests or methods.
The results of the RISK ANALYSIS should additionally be used to determine which
combination(s) of simultaneous faults should be tested.
NOTE 2 The test results might render it necessary to revise the RISK ANALYSIS.
When testing the ME EQUIPMENT, relevant information provided by the MANUFACTURER in the
instruction for use should be taken into account.
Before commencing testing, the ME EQUIPMENT under test (the device under test or DUT)
should be disconnected from the SUPPLY MAINS. If not possible, special precautions should be
taken to prevent HARM to the personnel performing the tests and measurements or other
individuals who might be affected.
Connections such as data lines or functional earth conductors can act like PROTECTIVE EARTH
CONNECTIONS. Such additional, but unintentional, PROTECTIVE EARTH CONNECTIONS can create
measurement errors.
Unless otherwise specified in IEC 60601-1, ME EQUIPMENT is to be tested under the least
favourable working conditions. The working conditions are specified in the ACCOMPANYING
DOCUMENTS. The least favourable working conditions are to be documented for every test
where they apply.
Considering the ambient temperature, humidity and pressure described in the technical
description, tests should be performed at the worst-case extremes depending on the test and
the effects of these parameters on the test results. If the test is not impacted by these
parameters, then test can be conducted anywhere within the specified range.

4.2 Visual inspection
Covers and housings should be opened only:
– if required in the instructions for use for the ME EQUIPMENT, or
– if specified in this technical report, or
– if there is an indication of a HAZARD or HAZARDOUS SITUATION.
Special attention should be paid to the following:
– all fuses accessible from the outside should be marked (type, ratings) on the
ME EQUIPMENT or marked by reference and specified in the ACCOMPANYING DOCUMENTS;
– the markings are legible and complete;
– any damage;
– relevant ACCESSORIES should be assessed together with the ME EQUIPMENT (e.g.
DETACHABLE or FIXED POWER SUPPLY CORDS, PATIENT leads, tubing etc.);
– all required documentation, such as instructions for use, is present and complete and
reflects the current revision of the ME EQUIPMENT.
5 State of the ME EQUIPMENT
Some tests specified in this document are conducted in the NORMAL CONDITION whilst others
are conducted in SINGLE FAULT CONDITIONS.
NORMAL CONDITION and SINGLE FAULT CONDITIONS are described in both IEC 60601-1:1988 and
IEC 60601-1:2005.
6 Number of samples
TYPE TESTS are performed on a representative sample of the item being assessed.
Multiple samples can be utilized simultaneously if the validity of the results is not significantly
affected.
7 Applicable test items to the clauses of IEC 60601-1
Table 2, Table 5 and Table 10 relate the test PROCEDURES described in this technical report to
the relevant subclauses of IEC 60601-1:2005. When applicable, these tables also provide a
cross reference to the relevant subclauses of IEC 60601-1:1988.
Annex G and Annex H contain an index of the tests in this technical report sorted by the
relevant subclause in IEC 60601-1:2005. Annex I and Annex J contain the lists sorted in
alphabetical order by test title.
8 Sequence of tests
Unless stated otherwise, the tests in this technical report are to be sequenced in such a way
so that the results of any test do not influence the results of other tests. Tests should, if
applicable, be performed in the sequence indicated in Annex A, unless otherwise stated by
particular standards.
However, this does not preclude the possibility of conducting a test that preliminary inspection
suggests might cause failure.
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The tests for radiation HAZARDS, biocompatibility, USABILITY, alarm systems, PEMS and
electromagnetic compatibility can be performed independently from the tests specified in the
present document.
The tests specified for ME SYSTEMS should be performed in the same sequence as the tests
for ME EQUIPMENT.
9 General testing condition
The following general testing conditions should be applied:
NORMAL USE, tests are carried out under the least
a) After the DUT has been set up for
favourable working conditions which are specified in the ACCOMPANYING DOCUMENTS.
b) The DUT is to be shielded from other influences (for example, draughts) that might affect
the validity of the tests.
c) In cases where ambient temperatures cannot be maintained, the test conditions are to be
consequently modified and results adjusted accordingly.
d) Qualified personnel are to perform these tests. Qualifications include training on the
subject, knowledge, experience, and acquaintance with the relevant technologies and
regulations. The personnel should be able to assess safety and should be able to
recognize possible consequences and HAZARDS arising from non-conforming
ME EQUIPMENT
e) ACCESSORIES for the ME EQUIPMENT, which can affect the safety of the DUT or the results
of the measurements, should be included in the tests. ACCESSORIES included in the tests
are to be documented.
RISK arises for testing
f) All tests are to be performed in such a manner that no unacceptable
personnel, PATIENTS or other individuals.
g) If not otherwise stated, all values for current and voltage are effective values (r.m.s.) or
d.c. values as appropriate.
h) All tests performed should be comprehensively documented. The documentation should
contain as a minimum the following data:
– identification of the testing body (e. g. company, department);
– names of the persons, who performed the
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