1 Scope

1.1 These requirements cover transportable and special purpose portable electric tools rated not more than 600 V (at not more than 250 V if the tool employs a universal motor), for use in accordance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.

1.2 In addition these requirements cover accessories and attachments for use with transportable and special purpose portable electric tools. Specific requirements are outlined in Sections 62 - 66.

1.3 These requirements do not cover fixed or stationary electric tools, flexible-shaft tools, gardening appliances, garage equipment, soldering irons or guns, painting equipment, floor-finishing machines, or other equipment covered by individual requirements.

1.4 These requirements cover double-insulated transportable and special purpose portable electric tools. Specific requirements are given in Sections 57 - 61.

1.5 For the purpose of these requirements, tools are classified into two groups:

a)    A general-use tool is considered to be a tool (usually employing a universal motor) that ordinarily is subject to a wide fluctuation of load;

b)    A special-use tool is considered to be a tool intended for a particular operation not involving a wide variation of load.

1.6 These requirements cover an accessory and an attachment:

a)    Recommended by the manufacturer;

b)    Referred to in the instruction manual for a tool; or

c)    Packed with a tool.

1.7 These requirements do not cover accessories or attachments that:

a)    Are not provided with the tool; and

b)    Are not identified by catalog number or equivalent product designation in the instruction manual for the tool.