SUMMARY OF TOPICS
The following changes in requirements to the Standard for Luminaires, UL 1598, are being
proposed for preliminary review and comment only
1. For Preliminary Review Only: Revise requirements for mechanical joints and
fastenings in Section 5.10
2. For Preliminary Review Only: Add wire style TFN to Table 6.9.2
3. For Preliminary Review Only: Correct Enclosed Lamp Compartment entry in legend to
Figure 7.2.1.1
4. For Preliminary Review Only: Increase minimum temperature ratings in Table 7.2.2.1
for partially enclosed lamp compartment rated 60 W or less
5. For Preliminary Review Only: Revise Canada only branch circuit disconnect
requirements for fluorescent luminaires
6. For Preliminary Review Only: Change language for polymeric lenses in luminaires
7. For Preliminary Review Only: Remove Canadian requirements to Exit signs
8. For Preliminary Review Only: How to replace incandescent bulbs with CFLs and LEDs
9. For Preliminary Review Only: Additional Canada only annex for RV luminaires
10. For Preliminary Review Only: Clarification of required marking in Clause 11.3.4
11. For Preliminary Review Only: Clarification of required rated thermal resistance in Clause 19.16.1