1 Scope
This document applies to the fire risk analysis of low-voltage switchgear and controlgear (hereinafter referred to as "equipment")
referring to the IEC 60947 relevant publications, where the following applies:
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– only the case where a fire originates (typically under fault or misuse conditions) within the equipment;
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– only equipment installed in normal environments. Hazardous environments, for example in presence of combustible materials, is not to be considered;
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– only the case of products selected, installed and used according to the manufacturer instructions and installation rules.
In addition, the following cases are not considered:
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– faults addressed by IEC TR 61641;
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– risks due to smoke emissions;
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– double faults, i.e. multiple phenomenon, potentially combined.