Safety of machinery - Electrical equipment of machines - Part 1: General requirements

This document provides general requirements for the electrical equipment of machinery. It covers aspects such as design, installation, and protection against electrical hazards. The scope includes electrical systems and components used in machinery, focusing on safety requirements to ensure the proper functioning and protection of personnel and equipment. It addresses issues related to wiring, protection against electric shock, temperature rise, and fault conditions. The standard also includes requirements for marking, documentation, and testing procedures. It is intended to be used in conjunction with other standards that specify particular requirements for specific types of machinery. The document is part of a series that addresses electrical safety in machinery, with this part focusing on general principles and requirements applicable across various types of equipment. It is applicable to electrical equipment used in machinery, including but not limited to control circuits, power circuits, and associated components.