IEC_60598-2-20.pdf

60598-2-201EC:1996+A1:1998+A2:2002-7LUMINAIRESPart 2-20:Particular requirements-Lighting chains20.1 ScopeThis section of IEC 60598-2 specifies requirements for lighting chains fitted with series-orparallel-or a combination of series/parallel-connected incandescent lamps for use eitherindoors or outdoors on supply voltages not exceeding 250 V.NOTE 1 A Christmas tree chain is an example of a lighting chain fitted with series or series/parallel connected lamps.A chain for illuminating ski-tracks or promenades is an example of a lighting chain fitted with parallel connectedlamps.NOTE 2 For lighting chains fitted with lampholders of the push-in type.the appropriate requirements of thissection apply.NOTE 3 In some countries the term stringsis used instead of chains.NOTE 4 For lighting chains with non-standardised lamps(eg lamps of the push-in type)the lamps are regardedas a part of the lighting chain and consequently included in the testing(and thereby in the certificate.if any).20.1.1 Normative referencesThe following referenced documents are indispensable for the application of this document.Fordated references,only the edition cited applies.For undated references.the latest edition ofthe referenced document(including any amendments)appliesIEC 60083:1975,Plugs and socket-outlets for domestic and similar general use.StandardsIEC 60227:Polyvinyl chloride insulated cables of rated voltages up to and including 450/750 VIEC 60238:1991,Edison screw lampholdersIEC 60245:Rubber insulated cables-Rated voltages up to and including 450/750 VIEC 60320:1981.Appliance couplers for household and similar general purposesIEC 60598-1:1999,Luminaires-Part 1:General requirements and testsIEC 61184,Bayonet lampholdersIEC 61347-2-11,Safety of lamp controlgear Part 2-11:Particular requirements formiscellaneous electronic circuits used with luminairesCISPR 14:1993.Limits and methods of measurement of radio interference characteristics ofhousehold electrical appliances.portable tools and similar electrical apparatus20.2General test requirementsThe provisions of section 0 of IEC 60598-1 apply.The tests described in each appropriatesection of IEC 60598-1 shall be carried out in the order listed in this section of IEC 60598-2.