This specification covers defining the characteristics and requirements of electrically generated alarm signals for use with medical equipment intended for use in anesthesia and respiratory care. It does not specify the condition that activates the alarms, nor does it specify the devices used for the production of audible and visual signals. This specification does not address informational sounds produced by devices such as ECG monitors, surgical lasers, and electrocautery units.

Formerly under the jurisdiction of Committee F29 on Anesthetic and Respiratory Equipment, this specification was withdrawn in March 2006 and superseded by IEC 60601-1-8.

1.1 This specification covers defining the characteristics and requirements of electrically generated alarm signals for use with medical equipment intended for use in anesthesia and respiratory care. It does not specify the condition that activates the alarms, nor does it specify the devices used for the production of audible and visual signals. This specification does not address informational sounds produced by devices such as ECG monitors, surgical lasers, and electrocautery units.

1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard.