1 Scope

This clause of Part 1 is applicable as follows:

Addition:

This standard applies to

cut-off machines

1. – one

   bonded reinforced wheel

   of Type 41 or Type 42, or

2. – one or more

   diamond cut-off wheels

   with the peripheral gaps, if any, not exceeding 10 mm

and with

1. – a

   rated speed

   not exceeding a peripheral speed of the wheel of 100 m/s at

   rated capacity

   and

2. – a rated wheel capacity range of 55 mm to 410 mm.

These machines are intended to cut materials such as metals, concrete, masonry, glass and tile.

This standard does not apply to:

1.  – grinders, sanders, or polishers, even if they can be converted to a

   cut-off machine

   , which are covered by IEC 60745-2-3;

2. – circular saws which are covered by IEC 60745-2-5.