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; K- w/ o) v jQuestion: * B, d5 y* i" d8 }3 X5 UThe hand dryer shown in the photograph is typical of those encountered in offices, restaurants and hotels . These hand dryers usually have similar characteristics and mounting method:* c: p* J+ D$ |, `
The external cover has to be removed, the body of the apparatus is fixed to the wall, cabling from the installation is passed through a hole in the back side and connected to the terminals of the apparatus. % q3 O5 S& y, u2 S' EIn addition to the terminals, the hand dryer shown in the photograhp has a printed circuit board with its components and live parts is accessible, when the front cover is removed for connection to the installation cabling.3 z+ b& G& e8 W1 n& ~ w
Does this construction comply with the clause 8.1.5?' }: X6 x: e" N: @$ `0 M
Decision: ' ]4 D# e* d( J; t; c# j. W6 `Subclause 8.1.5 requires built-in appliances to be protected at least by basic insulation "before installation or assembly”. The construction is thus in compliance with the standard., p3 t7 ~6 M) `% R$ C
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