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November 30, 2012
SUMMARY OF REQUIREMENTS
The following is a brief summary of the new paragraphs in the Standard for Audio-Video Products And Accessories, UL 1492, which have a future Effective Date of May 9, 2014 and the action that may be required to determine compliance.
Sub-clauses/Table General Subject and Comment 3.8A, SC1.1 Definition of Coin/Button Cell Battery as a single cell battery having a diameter greater than its height. Apparatus – including remote controls – containing coin/button lithium batteries with a diameter of 32 mm or less and designed to be user replaceable through an accessible battery access cover are under the scope of (new) Supplement SC. 130.8.1 One of two graphical symbols shall be provided close to the battery compartment. 130.8.1 A warning in the accompanying documentation according to this subclause is required. SC2.1 The door/cover providing user access to coin/button cell batteries requires either a tool to open or a minimum of two independent and simultaneous movements of the securing mechanism to open by hand. SC2.2 If used, screws and similar fasteners shall be captive unless, for larger equipment, the panel/door is required for proper functioning of the apparatus and these fasteners are not likely to be discarded or left off the apparatus. SC3 – SC5 Pre-conditioning of the sample prior to mechanical testing is required. Preconditioning consists of mold stress relief and open/close cycling of the battery compartment door/cover. SC6 – SC9 The following tests are performed on the same sample subjected to pre- conditioning: Drop, Impact and Crush (for remote controls). SC10 Compliance is checked by application of a force to the battery compartment door/cover. The battery compartment door/cover shall not open and remain functional, in addition, the battery shall not have become accessible. Description of Requested Actions by Manufacturers:
Apparatus containing lithium chemistry coin/button cell batteries…..
1. Manufacturers of Listed and Recognized apparatus (including remote controls) employing lithium chemistry coin/button cell batteries under the scope of Supplement SC and intending to continue Listing or Recognition are requested to identify such apparatus by File, Volume, Section, and Report Date. In addition, a description of proposed marking and construction modifications shall be provided.
2. Manufacturers of Listed and Recognized apparatus (including remote controls) that do not contain any lithium chemistry coin/button cell batteries are Subject: 1492 Page 2 of 2
Sub-clauses/Table General Subject and Comment requested to respond with a statement indicating that there is no impact on existing Certifications.
The cooperation from all manufacturers is appreciated as providing the requested information will greatly increase the efficiency of this Review.