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This standard applies to remote-control switches (hereinafter referred to as RCS).

This standard applies to electromagnetic RCS with a rated voltage not exceeding 440 V and a rated current not exceeding 63 A, and to electronic RCS with a rated voltage not exceeding 250 V and a rated current not exceeding 16 A, intended for household and similar fixed electrical installations, either indoors or outdoors.

Electronic RCS which include parts with electronic components in the control or switching circuits should fulfil the requirements, where applicable, of IEC 60669-2-1.

NOTE Contactors are not covered by this standard.