instructions for use

Definitions over time (2)

29/05/2026 – today applies on 12/11/2026 Article 3, Regulation (EU) 2023/1230 Scope: Whole act

For the purposes of this Regulation, the following definitions apply:

‘instructions for use’ means the information, provided by the manufacturer when the machinery or related product is placed on the market or put into service, to inform the user of the machinery or related product, of the intended and proper use of that machinery or related product, as well as information on any precautions to be taken when using or installing the machinery or related product, including information on the safety aspects, and on how to keep that machinery or related product safe, and to ensure that it remains fit for purpose during its entire lifetime;
29/06/2023 – 19/07/2023 Article 3, Regulation (EU) 2023/1230 Scope: Whole act

For the purposes of this Regulation, the following definitions apply:

‘instructions for use’ means the information, provided by the manufacturer when the machinery or related product is placed on the market or put into service, to inform the user of the machinery or related product, of the intended and proper use of that machinery or related product, as well as information on any precautions to be taken when using or installing the machinery or related product, including information on the safety aspects, and on how to keep that machinery or related product safe, and to ensure that it remains fit for purpose during its entire lifetime;

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