UL 817:2001

These requirements cover power-supply cords for use as supply connections for appliances in accordance with the National Electrical Code.

These requirements also cover cord sets for use in extending a branch circuit supply to the power-supply cord of a portable appliance by means of flexible cord in accordance with the National Electrical Code.

When a specific section makes reference to a general section, and there is a conflict of requirements, the requirements of the specific section shall apply.

Unless otherwise noted, cord sets and power-supply cords shall be considered to be intended for indoor use.

A product that contains features, characteristics, components, materials, or systems new or different from those covered by the requirements in this standard, and that involves a risk of fire or of electric shock or injury to persons shall be evaluated using appropriate additional component and end-product requirements to maintain the level of safety as originally anticipated by the intent of this standard. A product whose features, characteristics, components, materials, or systems conflict with specific requirements or provisions of this standard does not comply with this standard. Revision of requirements shall be proposed and adopted in conformance with the methods employed for development, revision, and implementation of this standard.