How about an old standby: "WARNING - For continued protection, replace only with the same type and rating of fuse."
Fusing characteristics are important (1.7.6 of IEC950). If a specific fuse type is required (e.g., time delay, fast blow, ceramic, explosion proof, etc.), then that information must also be displayed on the product AND in the manual's set of safety instructions (1.7.2 of IEC950) and fuse replacement instructions. Short of a hand coming out of the manual and slapping the face about (safely, I might add), the above statement and considerations should suffice for clarity and conciseness. Any other thoughts ? Just my 2 cents worth (now valued at about 1.2 cents) based on my opinion alone. Regards, Ron Pickard ---------- From: owner-emc-pstc[SMTP:[email protected]] Sent: Monday, June 16, 1997 2:39 PM To: Post News Subject: How to specify IEC fuses I want to specify in a user manual the use of IEC 127 fuses rather than U.S./Canadian fuses, and need to find wording that is clear and concise, especially to Americans. Suggestions please? Since the fuse curves are significantly different, the use of the American style fuse can lead to premature fuse opening. The fuse I want: 5 x 20 mm F 1A 250V (Low or High break capacity) per IEC 127-2 sheet 1 or 2, typically SEMKO approved, UL and CSA recognized, such as Bussmann GDA or GDB Littelfuse 216 Schurter SP or SFS The fuse I DON'T want: 5 X 20 mm fast-blo 1A 250V per UL & CSA standards, Listed by UL and CSA, such as Bussmann GMA Littelfuse 235 Anyone have any favorite wording?
