为额定电压不超过450/750 V的电缆的安全使用提供一般指南。适用于IEC 60227和IEC 60245中规定的电缆。本标准中给出的指南也适用于IEC 60227和IEC 60245中规定但这些标准中未特别提及的类似类型的低压电缆。在这种情况下，建议向电缆制造商寻求其他建议。

Provides general guidance for the safe use of electric cables with a rated voltage not exceeding 450/750 V. It is applicable to those cables that are specified in IEC 60227 and IEC 60245. The guidance given in this standard can also be applicable to low-voltage cables of a similar type to those specified in IEC 60227 and IEC 60245 but not specifically mentioned in those standards. In such cases, it is advisable to seek additional advice from the cable manufacturer.