SIST EN 61995-1:2008

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
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Devices for the connection of luminaires for household and similar purposes - Part 1:
General requirements (IEC 61995-1:2005, modified)
Betriebsmittel für den Anschluss von Leuchten für Haushalt und ähnliche Zwecke - Teil
1: Allgemeine Anforderungen (IEC 61995-1:2005, modifiziert)
Dispositifs de connexion pour luminaires pour usage domestique et analogue - Partie 1:
Exigences générales (CEI 61995-1:2005, modifiée)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 61995-1:2008
ICS:
29.120.20 Spojni elementi Connecting devices
29.140.40 Svetila Luminaires
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN 61995-1
NORME EUROPÉENNE
May 2008
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 29.120.20; 29.140.40
English version
Devices for the connection of luminaires
for household and similar purposes -
Part 1: General requirements
(IEC 61995-1:2005, modified)
Dispositifs de connexion pour luminaires Betriebsmittel für den Anschluss von
pour usage domestique et analogue - Leuchten für Haushalt
Partie 1: Exigences générales und ähnliche Zwecke -
(CEI 61995-1:2005, modifiée) Teil 1: Allgemeine Anforderungen
(IEC 61995-1:2005, modifiziert)

This European Standard was approved by CENELEC on 2008-04-01. CENELEC members are bound to comply
with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this European Standard
the status of a national standard without any alteration.

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Ref. No. EN 61995-1:2008 E
Foreword
The text of the International Standard IEC 61995-1:2005, prepared by SC 23B, Plugs,
socket-outlets and switches, of IEC TC 23, Electrical accessories, together with common
modifications prepared by the Technical Committee CENELEC TC 23BX, D.C. plugs and socket
outlets and switches for household and similar fixed electrical installations, was submitted to the
Unique Acceptance Procedure and was approved by CENELEC as EN 61995-1 on 2008-04-01.

The following dates were fixed:

– latest date by which the EN has to be implemented
at national level by publication of an identical
national standard or by endorsement (dop) 2009-04-01

– latest date by which the national standards conflicting
with the EN have to be withdrawn (dow) 2013-04-01
Annexes ZA and ZB have been added by CENELEC.

__________
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Endorsement notice
The text of the International Standard IEC 61995-1:2005 was approved by CENELEC as a
European Standard with agreed common modifications as given below.

COMMON MODIFICATIONS
1 Scope
Replace the first three paragraphs by:
This standard applies to devices for the connection of luminaires (DCL) intended for household
and similar purposes, for the electrical connection of fixed luminaires of class I or class II to final
circuits rated at not more than 16 A without providing a mechanical support for the luminaire.
DCLs are intended for use according to their IP rating per EN 60529.
Outlets have an earthing contact and a rated current of 6 A, plugs are rated at 6 A.
The rated voltage is 250 V at 50 Hz.
Replace NOTE 2 and its contents by NOTE 2 Void.
3 Terms and definitions
Add the following new definition:
3.Z1
DCL temporary lampholder
independent lampholder designed in order to be temporarily connected to a DCL outlet, in
compliance with the corresponding standards.
Moreover this lampholder is provided with a DCL rewirable plug (2P + E) to be used for the
connection of a luminaire later
7 Classification
7.3.1.1 Replace the NOTE and its contents by NOTE Void.
9 Checking of dimensions
9.2 Replace the first paragraph by the following new paragraph:
DCL types classified according to 7.1 b) as other types shall comply with the relevant
specification and shall not
- be interchangeable with any socket-outlet systems of IEC 60083 and EN 60309-2,
- create a hazardous situation with DCL types complying with the standard sheets of Part 2 or
any existing DCL or any socket-outlet systems of IEC 60083 and EN 60309-2.
10 Protection against electric shock
10.2.2 Replace NOTE 2 and its contents by NOTE 2 Void.

11 Provision for earthing
11.4 Add after the first paragraph the following new paragraph:
For DCL with resilient earthing contact where the contact pressure is not dependant on insulating
material, the connection between the earthing contact of the DCL outlet and that of the DCL plug
shall be of low resistance.
Replace the first sentence of the compliance by:
Compliance is checked by the following test after the tests of Clauses 18 and 19.
Add at the end of the second paragraph of the compliance:
and for DCL’s with earthing contacts between the DCL outlet earthing terminal and DCL plug
earthing terminal.
12 Terminal and terminations
12.1 General
Delete in Table 1 the two rows related to signal terminals.
13 Construction of DCL outlets
13.6.2 Add in Table 9, first column, last row:
“and clearances” after “creepage distances”
16 Insulation resistance and electric strength
16.2 Replace the second paragraph by:
The test voltage shall be 2 000 V.
18 Marking and breaking capacity
Replace the tenth paragraph by the following new paragraph:
The tests are carried out at 250 V.
19 Temperature rise
19.3 Replace the second paragraph by the following new paragraph:
For accessories designed and constructed so that the contact pressure in the earthing socket-
contact assemblies is reliant on the insulating material additional separate tests shall be made
passing the current through the earthing contact and the phase or neutral contact whichever is
nearer.
20 Force necessary to insert and withdraw the plug
Replace in the last but one paragraph “4 N” by “10 N”.
Delete the last paragraph.
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Bibliography
Add the following notes for the standards indicated:
IEC 60228 NOTE  Harmonized as HD 383 S2 (modified).
HD 383 S2 is superseded by EN 60228:2005, which is based on IEC 60228:2004 (not
modified).
IEC 60470 NOTE  Harmonized as EN 60470:2000 (not modified).
IEC 60598-1 NOTE  Harmonized as EN 60598-1:2004 (modified).
IEC 60670-1 NOTE  Harmonized as EN 60670-1:2005 (modified).
IEC 60999-1 NOTE  Harmonized as EN 60999-1:2000 (not modified).
IEC 61140 NOTE  Harmonized as EN 61140:2001 (not modified).
ISO 2039-2 NOTE  Harmonized as EN ISO 2039-2:1999 (not modified).

Annexes
Add the following new Annexes ZA and ZB:

Annex ZA
(normative)
Special national conditions
Special national condition: National characteristic or practice that cannot be changed even
over a long period, e.g. climatic conditions, electrical earthing conditions.

NOTE  If it affects harmonization, it forms part of the European Standard.

For the countries in which the relevant special national conditions apply these provisions are
normative, for other countries they are informative.

Clause Special national condition
1 Belgium, France, Germany, Italy
Only DCL types with a standardised interface according to EN 61995-2 are
used.
7.3.1.1 Denmark
Only DCL plugs for connection of flexible cables are allowed.
9.2 Denmark
For many years Denmark has had a supporting 10 A DCL system on the
market.
Add the following indent after the last indent:
– be interchangeable with or create a hazardous situation with this
special Danish DCL system
10.2.2 Denmark
Due to the lack of an earthing conductor in many existing old buildings
luminaires with DCL plugs requiring earth connection cannot normally be
used.
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Annex ZB
(normative)
Normative references to international publications
with their corresponding European publications

The following referenced documents are indispensable for the application of this document. For
dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the
referenced document (including any amendments) applies.

NOTE  When an international publication has been modified by common modifications, indicated by (mod), the relevant EN/HD
applies.
Publication Year Title EN/HD Year

1)
IEC 60068-2-32 1975 Environmental testing - EN 60068-2-32 1993
Part 2: Tests - Test Ed: Free fall

IEC 60068-2-75 1997 Environmental testing - EN 60068-2-75 1997
Part 2: Tests - Test Eh: Hammer tests

2) 3)
IEC 60112 - Method for the determination of the proof EN 60112 2003
and the comparative tracking indices of solid
insulating materials
2) 4)
IEC 60227-5 - Polyvinyl chloride insulated cables of rated - -
voltages up to and including 450/750 V -
Part 5: Flexible cables (cords)

IEC 60417 Data- Graphical symbols for use on equipment - -
base
2) 3)
IEC 60529 - Degrees of protection provided EN 60529 1991
by enclosures (IP Code) + corr. May 1993

2) 3)
IEC 60695-2-11 - Fire hazard testing - EN 60695-2-11 2001
Part 2-11: Glowing/hot-wire based test
methods - Glow-wire flammability test method
for end-products
IEC 61032 1997 Protection of persons and equipment by EN 61032 1998
enclosures - Probes for verification

1)
EN 60068-2-32 includes A2:1990 to IEC 60068-2-32.
2)
Undated reference.
3)
Valid edition at date of issue.
4)
HD 21.5:1994 + A1:1999 + A2:2001, which is related to, but not directly equivalent with IEC 60227-5, applies
instead.
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STANDARD
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Dispositifs de connexion pour luminaires pour
usage domestique et analogue –
Partie 1:
Exigences générales
Devices for the connection of luminaires for
household and similar purposes –
Part 1:
General requirements
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CONTENTS
FOREWORD.7

1 Scope .11
2 Normative references .11
3 Terms and definitions .13
4 General requirements .17
5 General notes on tests.17
6 Ratings .19
7 Classification.19
8 Marking .21
9 Checking of dimensions.25
10 Protection against electric shock.27
11 Provision for earthing.31
12 Terminals and terminations.31
13 Construction of DCL outlets .55
14 Construction of DCL Plugs.63
15 Resistance to ageing and to humidity .67
16 Insulation resistance and electric strength.69
17 Operation of earthing contacts .73
18 Making and breaking capacity.73
19 Temperature rise .75
20 Force necessary to insert and withdraw the plug .79
21 Flexible cables and their connection .79
22 Mechanical strength .85
23 Resistance to heat.105
24 Screws, current-carrying parts and connections.109
25 Creepage distances, clearances and distances through sealing compound .113
26 Resistance of insulating material to abnormal heat, to fire and to tracking.117
27 Resistance to rusting .121
28 EMC Requirements.121

Figure 1 – Arrangement for checking damage to conductors .35
Figure 2 – Information for deflection test .53
Figure 3 – Circuit diagram for temperature rise test .77
Figure 4 – Apparatus for testing the flexible cable retention .81
Figure 5 – Sequence of blows for parts A, B, C and D.89
Figure 6 – Arrangement for test on covers or cover-plates .93
Figure 7 – Gauge (thickness: about 2 mm) for the verification of the outline of covers
or cover-plates.97
Figure 8 – Examples of application of the gauge of Figure 7 on covers fixed without
screws on a mounting surface or supporting surface.99

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Figure 9 – Examples of application of the gauge of Figure 7 in accordance with the
requirements of 22.6.101
Figure 10 – Gauge for verification of grooves, holes and reverse tapers.103
Figure 11 – Sketch showing the direction of application of the gauge of Figure 10.103
Figure 12– Ball pressure test apparatus .107

Table 1 – Connection of copper conductors .33
Table 2– Values for checking damage to conductors .37
Table 3 – Values for pull forces.39
Table 4 – Core composition of conductors .39
Table 5 – Screw torque values .41
Table 6 – Test current for checking screwless terminals .47
Table 7 – Conductors for deflection test .55
Table 8 – Force for deflection test .55
Table 9– Forces to be applied to covers, cover-plates whose fixing is not dependent on
screws.59
Table 10 – Test sequence for temperature rise test .79
Table 11 – Cable dimensions for the flexible cable retention test .83
Table 12 – Schedule of mechanical strength test .85
Table 13 – Height of fall for impact test .87
Table 14 – Creepage distances and clearances.115

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DEVICES FOR THE CONNECTION OF LUMINAIRES
FOR HOUSEHOLD AND SIMILAR PURPOSES –

Part 1: General requirements
FOREWORD
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International Standard IEC 61995-1 has been prepared by subcommittee 23B: Plugs, socket-
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This publication has been drafted in accordance with the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2.

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IEC 61995 consists of the following parts, under the general title Devices for the connection of
luminaires for household and similar purposes:
Part 1: General requirements
Part 2: Standard sheets
The committee has decided that the contents of this publication will remain unchanged until
the maintenance result date indicated on the IEC web site under "http://webstore.iec.ch" in
the data related to the specific publication. At this date, the publication will be
• reconfirmed;
• withdrawn;
• replaced by a revised edition, or
• amended.
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DEVICES FOR THE CONNECTION OF LUMINAIRES
FOR HOUSEHOLD AND SIMILAR PURPOSES –

Part 1: General requirements
1 Scope
This part of IEC 61995-1 applies to devices for the connection of luminaires (DCL) intended
for household and similar purposes, for the electrical connection of fixed luminaires to final
circuits rated at not more than 16 A without providing mechanical support for the luminaire.
DCLs are intended for use according to their IP rating per IEC 60529.
Outlets have an earthing contact and a rated current of 6 A, plugs are rated at 6 A, unless
otherwise specified in the relevant part 2.
The rated voltage is 125 V or 250 V at 50/60 Hz.
NOTE 1 This standard does not cover integrated DCL-plugs (under consideration).
This standard can also be applied to types other than those with standardised interface.
NOTE 2 In the following countries only types with a standardised interface according to IEC 61995-2 (under
consideration) are allowed: IT.
DCL plugs and DCL outlets complying with this standard are suitable for use under the
following conditions:
– an ambient temperature not normally exceeding 25 °C, but occasionally reaching 35 °C;
NOTE 3 The effect of the heat generated by the luminaire may affect the ambient temperature local to the
DCL.
– a temperature not exceeding 70 °C at the terminals of the DCL outlet including the effect
of heat generated by the luminaire and the passage of current.
NOTE 4 The requirements and tests of this standard may also be used as a guide when testing DCL's which
have different interface configurations or ratings.
2 Normative references
The following referenced documents are indispensable for the application of this document.
For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition
of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
IEC 60068-2-32:1975, Environmental testing – Part 2: Tests – Test Ed: Free fall
IEC 60068-2-75:1997, Environmental testing – Part 2: Tests – Test Eh: Hammer test
IEC 60112, Method for the determination of the proof and the comparative tracking indices of
solid insulating materials
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IEC 60227-5, Polyvinyl chloride insulated cables of rated voltages up to and including
450/750V – Part 5: Flexible cables (cords)
1)
IEC 60417-DB: , Graphical symbols for use on equipment
IEC 60529, Degrees of protection provided by enclosures
IEC 60695-2-11, Fire hazard testing – Part 2-11: Glowing/hot-wire based test methods –
Glow-wire flammability test method for end-products
IEC 61032:1997, Protection of persons and equipment by enclosures – Probes for verification
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply.
Where the terms voltage and current are used, they imply r.m.s. values, unless otherwise
specified.
Throughout this standard the word "earthing" is used for "protective earthing".
3.1
device for connecting a luminaire
DCL
system comprising a DCL outlet and a DCL plug providing a fixed luminaire with electrical
connection to and disconnection from a fixed installation
NOTE The designations DCL, DCL outlet or DCL plug, are used when it is necessary to specify particular
requirements and test specifications.
3.2
DCL outlet
device for connecting a luminaire having socket-contacts designed to engage with the pins of
a DCL plug and having terminals for the connection of cable
3.3
DCL plug
device for connecting a luminaire having pins designed to engage with the contacts of a DCL
outlet, also incorporating means for the electrical connection and mechanical retention of
flexible cable
3.4
rewirable DCL plug
DCL plug so constructed that the flexible cable can be replaced
3.5
non-rewirable DCL plug
DCL plug so constructed that it forms a complete unit with the flexible cable after connection
and assembly by the manufacturer of the plug (see also 14.1)
———————
1)
“DB” refers to the IEC on-line database.

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3.6
moulded-on DCL plug
non-rewirable DCL plug, the manufacture of which is completed by insulating material
moulded around pre-assembled component parts and the terminations of the flexible cable
3.7
rated voltage
voltage assigned to the DCL plug or DCL outlet by the manufacturer
3.8
rated current
current assigned to the DCL plug or DCL outlet by the manufacturer
3.9
mounting box
box in or on a wall or ceiling, etc., for flush or surface application, intended to house a DCL
outlet
3.10
terminal
insulated or non-insulated connecting device intended for reusable electrical connection of the
external conductors
3.11
termination
insulated or non-insulated connecting device intended for non-reusable electrical connection
of the external conductors
3.12
clamping unit
part or parts of a terminal necessary for the mechanical clamping and the electrical
connection of the conductor(s)
3.13
screw-type terminal
terminal for the connection and subsequent disconnection of a conductor or the
interconnection of two or more conductors capable of being dismantled, the connection being
made, directly or indirectly, by means of screws or nuts of any kind
3.14
pillar terminal
terminal with screw clamping in which the conductor is inserted into a hole or cavity, where it
is clamped under the shank of the screw or screws. The clamping pressure may be applied
directly by the shank of the screw or through an intermediate member to which pressure is
applied by the shank of the screw
NOTE Examples of pillar terminals are shown in IEC 60999-1.
3.15
screw terminal
terminal with screw clamping in which the conductor is clamped under the head of the screw.
The clamping pressure may be applied directly by the head of the screw or through an
intermediate part, such as a washer, clamping plate or anti-spread device
NOTE Examples of screw terminals are shown in IEC 60999-1.

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3.16
stud terminal
terminal with screw clamping in which the conductor is clamped under a nut. The clamping
pressure may be applied directly by a suitably shaped nut or through an intermediate part,
such as a washer, clamping plate or anti-spread device
NOTE Examples of stud terminals are shown in IEC 60999-1.
3.17
mantle terminal
terminal with screw clamping in which the conductor is clamped against the base of a slot in a
threaded stud by means of a nut. The conductor is clamped against the base of the slot by a
suitably shaped washer under the nut, by a central peg if the nut is a cap nut, or by equally
effective means for transmitting the pressure from the nut to the conductor within the slot
NOTE Examples of mantle terminals are shown in IEC 60999-1.
3.18
screwless terminal
connecting device for the connection and subsequent disconnection of a rigid (solid or
stranded) or flexible conductor or the interconnection of two or more conductors capable of
being dismantled, the connection being made, directly or indirectly, by means of springs, parts
of angled, eccentric or conical form, etc., without special preparation of the conductor
concerned, other than removal of insulation
3.19
loop terminal
supply terminal intended for the interconnection of live conductors
4 General requirements
DCL systems shall be so designed and constructed that in normal use their performance is
reliable and without danger to the user or surroundings.
Compliance is checked by carrying out all the relevant tests specified.
5 General notes on tests
5.1 Tests according to this standard are type tests.
5.2 Unless otherwise specified, the specimens are tested as delivered and under normal
conditions of use.
Non-rewirable DCL plugs are tested with the type and size of flexible cable as delivered.
5.3 Unless otherwise specified, the tests are carried out in the order of the clauses, at an
ambient temperature between 15 °C and 35 °C. In case of doubt the tests are made at an
ambient temperature of (20 ± 5) °C.
Plugs and outlets are tested separately, unless otherwise specified.
The neutral is treated as a pole.

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5.4 Unless otherwise specified, three specimens are subjected to all the relevant tests.
For the purpose of the test of 12.3.11 three new specimens are required.
For the purpose of the test of Clause 20 one additional specimen is required.
5.5 The specimens are submitted to all the relevant tests and the requirements are satisfied
if all these tests are met.
If one specimen does not satisfy a test due to an assembly or manufacturing fault, that test
and any preceding one which may have influenced the results of the test shall be repeated
and also the tests which follow shall be made in the required sequence on another full set of
specimens, all of which shall comply with the requirements.
NOTE The applicant may submit, together with the number of specimens specified in 5.4, an additional set of
specimens which may be required, should one specimen fail. The testing station will then, without further request,
test the additional specimens and will only reject them if a further failure occurs. If the additional set of specimens
is not submitted at the same time, the failure of one specimen will entail rejection.
6 Ratings
DCL plugs and DCL outlets shall have a rated voltage of 125 V a.c. or 250 V a.c. and a rated
current of 6 A.
Compliance is checked by inspection of the marking and by the tests described in this
standard.
7 Classification
7.1 DCLs are classified according to their interface design:
a) complying with the relevant part 2 of this standard;
b) other types (not complying with any relevant part 2 of this standard).
7.2 DCL outlets shall have an earthing contact and are classified:
7.2.1 according to the method of application:
– fixed type;
– floating type;
7.2.2 according to the type of terminals:
– DCL outlets with screw-type terminals;
– DCL outlets with screwless terminals for rigid conductors only;
– DCL outlets with screwless terminals for rigid and flexible conductors;
7.2.3 according to the provision of a loop terminal:
– DCL outlets with a loop terminal;
– DCL outlets without a loop terminal;
NOTE The loop terminal may be needed for the continuity of the live conductor.

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7.2.4 according to the method of mounting as a consequence of design:
– design A – DCL outlets where the cover or cover-plate or parts of them can be removed
without displacement of the conductors;
– design B – DCL outlets where the cover or cover-plate or parts of them cannot be
removed without displacement of the conductors.
NOTE If a DCL outlet has a base (main part) which cannot be separated from the cover or cover-plate and
requires a supplementary plate which can be removed for redecorating the wall or ceiling without displacement of
the conductors, it is considered to be of design A, provided the supplementary plate meets the requirements
specified for covers and cover-plates.
7.3 DCL plugs are classified:
7.3.1 according to the method of connecting the cable:
– rewirable DCL plugs;
– non-rewirable DCL plugs;
7.3.1.1 rewirable DCL plugs are classified according to the type of terminal:
– DCL plug with screw-type terminals,
– DCL plug with screwless terminals for rigid and flexible conductors.
Note: Only DCL plugs for connection of flexible cables are allowed in DK.
7.3.2 according to the class of luminaire to which they are intended to be connected:
– DCL plugs for fixed luminaires of Class I;
– DCL plugs for fixed luminaires of Class II;
NOTE For the description of the classes of equipment, see IEC 61140 (Protection against Electric Shock –
Common aspects for installation and equipment).
7.4 according to the degree of protection per IEC 60529;
7.5 according to the provision of signal contacts:
7.5.1 with provision;
7.5.2 without provision.
8 Marking
8.1 DCL outlets shall be marked with the following information:
– rated current;
– rated voltage;
– symbol for alternating current;
– name or trademark of the manufacturer or responsible vendor;
– terminal identification (see 8.5);
– symbol indicating that the outlet is only to be used with luminaires.
In addition DCL outlets with screwless terminals shall be marked with:

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– an appropriate marking indicating the length of insulation to be removed before the
insertion of the conductor in the screwless terminal;
– an indication of the suitability to accept rigid conductors only (“r“) for those DCL outlets
having this restriction. (see also 12.3.1).
NOTE 1 The additional markings may be put on the DCL outlet, on the packaging unit and/or given in an
instruction sheet which accompanies the DCL outlet.
NOTE 2 The manufacturer should explain the marking “r” in the instruction sheet (r - use rigid conductors only).
The symbol indicating “luminaires only” shall be visible after installation but not necessarily
after insertion of the DCL plug.
8.2 DCL plugs shall be marked with the following information:
– rated current;
– rated voltage;
– symbol for alternating current;
– name or trademark of the manufacturer or responsible vendor;
– terminal identification (see 8.5);
– symbol indicating the plug is only for use with luminaires.
The symbol indicating “luminaires only” shall be visible after fitting the flexible cable but not
necessarily after insertion into the DCL outlet.
In addition DCL plugs with screwless terminals shall be marked with:
– an appropriate marking indicating the length of insulation to be removed before the
insertion of the conductor in the screwless terminal
NOTE The additional markings may be put on the DCL plug, on the packaging unit and/or given in an instruction
sheet which accompanies the DCL plug.
8.3 DCL outlets and DCL plugs shall be provided with information warning the user that
these products are intended only for the connection of fixed luminaires.
Where it is necessary for safe operation that the user be aware of any particular
characteristics of the DCL plug or DCL outlet, the necessary information shall be given.
The instructions and information referred to in this subclause shall be given by marking the DCL
plug or DCL outlet itself, or where this is not practicable, in a notice which accompanies it.
8.4 Where symbols are used they shall be as follows:
– amperes A
– volts V
– nature of supply (symbol IEC 60417- 5032) ~
– line L
– neutral N
– protective earth (symbol IEC60417- 5019)

– symbol for use with luminaires only (symbol IEC60417-5974)

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For the marking of rated current and rated voltage, figures may be used alone. These figures
shall be placed on one line separated by an oblique line. Alternatively the figure for rated
current shall be placed above the figure for rated voltage, separated by a horizontal line. The
marking for the nature of supply if any shall be next to the marking for voltage and current.
NOTE 1 Lines formed by the construction of the tool are not considered as part of the marking.
NOTE 2 Details of construction of symbols are given in IEC 60470.
NOTE 3 The marking for current, voltage and nature of supply may be, for example, as follows:
6 A 250 V~ or 6/250~ or ~
8.5 Terminals intended exclusively for the neutral conductor shall be indicated by the letter N.
Earthing terminals shall be indicated by the symbol for protective earth.
These markings shall not be placed on screws, or any other easily removable parts.
NOTE "Easily removable parts" are those parts which can be removed during the normal installation of the DCL
outlet or the assembly of the DCL plug.
Terminations of non-rewirable DCL plugs need not be marked.
8.6 Markings shall be durable and easily legible.
Compliance is checked by inspection and by the following test:
The marking is rubbed by hand for 15 s with a piece of cloth soaked with water and again for
15 s with a piece of cloth soaked with petroleum spirit.
Marking made by impression, moulding, pressing or engraving is not subjected to this test.
NOTE It is recommended that the petroleum spirit used consist of a solvent hexane with an aromatic content of
maximum 0,1 volume percentage, a kauributanol value of 29, an initial boiling point of approximately 65 °C, a dry
point of approximately 69 °C and a specific density of approximately 0,68 g/cm³.
9 Checking of dimensions
9.1 DCL types classified according to 7.1 a) shall comply with the standard sheets of the
relevant part 2.
Compliance is checked by measurement and/or by means of gauges.
9.2 DCL types classified according to 7.1 b) as other types shall comply with the relevant
specification and shall not be interchangeable with or create a hazardous situation with DCL
types complying with the standard sheets of part 2.
Compliance is checked by measurement and/or by means of gauges.

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10 Protection against electric shock
10.1 DCL outlets shall be so designed that, when they are wired and mounted as for normal
use, live parts are not accessible, even after removal of parts which can be removed without
the use of a tool.
Live parts of DCL plugs shall not be accessible when the DCL plug is in partial or complete
engagement with a DCL outlet.
Compliance is checked by inspection and, if necessary, by the following test:
The specimen is mounted as for normal use and fitted with conductors of the smallest cross-
sectional areas and the test is then repeated using conductors of the largest cross-sectional
areas, as specified in Table 1.
For DCL outlets, the test finger specified in IEC 61032 test probe B is applied in every
possible position.
For DCL plugs, the test finger is applied in every possible position when the plug is in partial
or complete engagement with a DCL outlet.
An electrical indicator with a voltage of (45 ± 5) V, is used to show contact with the relevant
part.
For DCL systems where the use of elastomeric or thermoplastic material is likely to influence
the requirement, the test is repeated but at an ambient temperature of (35 ± 2) °C, the DCLs
being at this temperature.
During this additional test the DCLs are subjected for 1 min to a force of 75 N, applied
through the tip of a straight unjointed test finger of the same dimensions as the standard test
finger. This finger, with an electrical indicator as described above, is applied to all places
where yielding of the insulating material could impair the safety of the accessory, and it is
applied to thin walled knock-outs with a force of 10 N.
During this test, the DCL, with its associated mounting means, shall not deform to such an
extent that those dimensions shown in the relevant standard sheets which ensure safety are
unduly altered and no live part shall be accessible.
10.2 Parts which are accessible when the DCL is wired and mounted as for normal use,
with exception of small screws and the like, isolated from live parts, for fixing bases and
covers or cover plates of DCL outlets, shall be made of insulating material; however the
covers or cover-plates of fixed DCL outlets may be made of metal if the requirements given in
10.2.1 or 10.2.2 are fulfilled.
10.2.1 The covers or cover-plates of metal shall be protected by supplementary insulation
made by insulating linings or insulating barriers fixed to covers or cover-plates or to the body
of the DCL, in such a way that the insulating linings or insulating barriers:
– either cannot be removed without being permanently damaged,
– or are so designed that:
– they cannot be replaced in an incorrect position;
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– there is no risk of accidental contact between live parts and metal covers or cover-
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