Subject 1598

Bulletin Dated: February 15, 2008

SUMMARY OF TOPICS

The following topics are being recirculated:

2. Add requirements for evaluation of accessible lampholder leads during normal use

5. Add requirements for smaller gage wire conductors for Class 2 power limited circuits

8. Revise requirements for open holes and openings to reduce risk of fire when certain electrical components are used

9. Add torque and strength test requirements for ground-screw assemblies

11. Add strain relief test requirements to address metal junction boxes having integral strain relief mechanism for cable

15. Revise temperature testing requirements for Type Non-IC recessed luminaires

17. Add 50-lb weight limit requirements for outlet boxes supplied to US markets

18. Revise volume requirements for wiring compartments and junction boxes

21. Revise temperature test requirements for surface ceiling luminaires

26. Clarify requirements for polymeric impact test

30. Add Canada-only branch circuit disconnect Clauses 8.9 (CAN) and 8.10 (CAN)