1.1 Scope

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1.3 Particular Standards

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This Particular Standard for NERVE AND MUSCLE STIMULATORS is to be read in conjunction with the following standard: IEC 60601-1:1988, Medical electrical equipment - Part 1: General requirements for safety Amendment 1 (1991) Amendment 2 (1995) The requirements of this Particular Standard take priority over the above-mentioned standard and its amendments, hereinafter referred to as the General Standard.

1.5 Collateral Standards

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The following Collateral Standards apply: IEC 60601-1-1:2000, Medical electrical equipment - Part 1-1: General requirements for safety - Collateral standard: Safety requirements for medical electrical systems IEC 60601-1-2:1993, Medical electrical equipment - Part 1: General requirements for safety - 2. Collateral Standard: Electromagnetic compatibility - Requirements and tests IEC 60601-1-4:1996, Medical electrical equipment - Part 1: General requirements for safety - 4. Collateral Standard: Programmable electrical medical systems Amendment 1 (1999)