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This International Standard specifies requirements for the use of symbols conveying information on the safe and effective use of cardiac rhythm management medical devices. Table 1 gives a list of existing symbols that comply with the requirements of this International Standard.

This International Standard is applicable to, and limited to, symbols for cardiac rhythm management medical devices that can be marketed globally. These symbols can be used on the devices themselves or their labeling.

NOTE Other standards specify additional symbols that are applicable to particular kinds or groups of devices or to particular situations. Examples of such sources are identified in the Bibliography. This listing is not exhaustive.