13 Glossary - Wacker Neuson EH 23 Low Vib Operator's Manual

13 Glossary

Class rating
The class rating according to DIN EN 61140 specifies the safety measures for
electrical equipment to avoid electrocution. There are four class ratings:
Class rating
0
I
II
III
Meaning
No special protection apart from the basic insulation.
No grounded conductor.
Plug connection without grounded conductor contact.
Connection of all conductive housing components to the
grounded conductor.
Plug connection with grounded conductor contact.
Reinforced or double insulation (protective insulation).
No connection to the grounded conductor.
Plug connection without grounded conductor contact.
Machines are operated on protective low voltage
(< 50 V).
Connection to the grounded conductor is not necessary.
Plug connection without grounded conductor contact.
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