SIST EN 60417-2:2002/A1:2002

Graphical symbols for use on equipment -- Part 2: Symbol originals

D113/043: Ratification revoked

Graphische Symbole für Betriebsmittel -- Teil 2: Originale der Symbole

Symboles graphiques utilisables sur le matériel -- Partie 2: Dessins originaux

Graphical symbols for use on equipment - Part 2: Symbol originals - Amendment A1 (IEC 60417-2:1998/A1:2000)

General Information

• Status: Withdrawn
• Publication Date: 30-Sep-2002
• Withdrawal Date: 09-Oct-2022
• ICS: 01.080.20 - Graphical symbols for use on specific equipment
• ICS: 29.020 - Electrical engineering in general
• ICS: 33.020 - Telecommunications in general
• Technical Committee: EDO - Documentation and graphical symbols
• Current Stage: 9900 - Withdrawal (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 05-Oct-2022
• Due Date: 28-Oct-2022
• Completion Date: 10-Oct-2022
• Ref Project: EN 60417-2:1999/A1 - Graphical symbols for use on equipment - Part 2: Symbol originals

Relations

• Amends: SIST EN 60417-2:2002 - Graphical symbols for use on equipment -- Part 2: Symbol originals
• Effective Date: 21-Sep-2010

Overview

SIST EN 60417-2:2002/A1:2002 is an amendment to the European Standard concerning graphical symbols for use on equipment, specifically focusing on Part 2: Symbol originals. Developed by CLC (CENELEC), this standard provides officially recognized graphical symbol originals, supporting harmonized communication on electrical and electronic equipment. Its main purpose is to ensure that symbol usage is consistent, universally understood, and compliant across different devices and industries.

This amendment is aligned with IEC 60417-2:1998/A1:2000, ensuring international coherence in the design, reproduction, and application of graphical symbols. Although this standard has had its ratification status revoked, its content remains valuable for organizations maintaining legacy documentation or products.

Key Topics

• Graphical Symbols: Provides standardized graphical symbols for use on various types of equipment, especially within electrical, electronic, and telecommunication domains.
• Symbol Originals: Offers master drawings of symbols, ensuring correct reproduction and visual consistency on equipment.
• Harmonization: Facilitates international harmonization for manufacturers, users, and regulatory bodies by adhering to globally accepted visual language.
• Documentation: Supports clear and precise documentation, labeling, and marking of equipment, reducing ambiguity and the risk of misuse.

Applications

SIST EN 60417-2:2002/A1:2002 finds widespread application across multiple sectors where clear visual communication is critical:

• Electrical Equipment Manufacturing: Ensures symbols on electrical devices, panels, and instruments are standardized, providing clear instructions on operation and safety.
• Telecommunications: Helps operators and users quickly identify functions and status indicators on telecommunication devices and infrastructure.
• Consumer Electronics: Facilitates universal understanding among end-users, enhancing the usability and safety of everyday electronics.
• Technical Documentation: Used in manuals, datasheets, installation guides, and maintenance instructions to provide language-neutral information.
• Product Compliance: Supports legal and regulatory compliance by using official standardized symbols, required by regional and international market regulations.

By adopting this standard, organizations can optimize equipment design, reduce language barriers, and improve user satisfaction through clarity and consistency.

Related Standards

For comprehensive implementation and understanding, the following related standards are noteworthy:

• IEC 60417 Series: International Electrotechnical Commission standards for graphical symbols on equipment, forming the basis for EN 60417 adoption in Europe.
• EN 60417-1: Addresses general principles and the symbol collection for equipment, complementing Part 2’s focus on symbol originals.
• ISO 7000: Covers graphical symbols for use on equipment, especially relevant for non-electrotechnical sectors.
• EN 61010 Series: Focuses on safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use, often referencing graphical symbols.

Maintaining conformity with SIST EN 60417-2:2002/A1:2002 helps ensure equipment labeling and documentation meet both industry practices and essential regulatory requirements, ultimately supporting safer and more efficient international trade and user interaction.

Standards Content (Sample)

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-oktober-2002
Graphical symbols for use on equipment - Part 2: Symbol originals - Amendment
A1 (IEC 60417-2:1998/A1:2000)
Graphical symbols for use on equipment -- Part 2: Symbol originals
Graphische Symbole für Betriebsmittel -- Teil 2: Originale der Symbole
Symboles graphiques utilisables sur le matériel -- Partie 2: Dessins originaux
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 60417-2:1999/A1
ICS:
01.080.20 *UDILþQLVLPEROL]DSRVHEQR Graphical symbols for use on
RSUHPR specific equipment
29.020 Elektrotehnika na splošno Electrical engineering in
general
33.020 Telekomunikacije na splošno Telecommunications in
general
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

SIST EN 60417
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