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%EN 15000:2008, Safety of industrial trucks — Self propelled variable reach trucks — Specification, performance and test requirements for longitudinal load moment indicators and longitud

Incorporating corrigendum September 2006

Safety of industrial

trucks — Self-propelled

variable reach trucks

ICS 53.060

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English Version Safety of industrial trucks - Self-propelled variable reach trucks

Sécurité des chariots de manutention - Chariots

automoteurs à portée variable

Sicherheit von Flurförderzeugen - Kraftbetriebene Stapler

mit veränderlicher Reichweite

This European Standard was approved by CEN on 27 November 1998 and includes Corrigendum 1 issued by CEN on 27 September 2006, Amendment 1 approved by CEN on 27 July 2006, Amendment 2 approved by CEN on 19 October 2009 and Amendment 3 approved by CEN on 3 December 2011

CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this European Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such national standards may be obtained on application to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre or to any CEN member

This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German) A version in any other language made by translation under the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre has the same status as the official versions

CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and United Kingdom

EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATION

C O M I T É E U R O P É E N D E N O R M A L I S A T I O N

E U R O P Ä I S C H E S K O M I T E E FÜ R N O R M U N G

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Contents Page

Foreword 3

Introduction 5

1 Scope 5

2 Normative references 6

3 Definitions - terminology 8

4 Hazards 11

5 Requirements and/or safety measures 15

6 Verification of requirements and safety measures 30

7 Information for use 32

Annex A (normative) Industrial variable reach truck - Stability tests 38

Annex B (normative) Variable reach rough terrain trucks - Stability tests 43

Annex C (normative) Variable reach trucks handling containers of length ≥ 6m, 20 feet-Additional stability tests 48

Annex D (normative) Trucks operating with offset load - offset by powered devices 55

Annex E (normative) Trucks operating with offset load - offset determined by the utilisation 59

Annex F (informative) Definitions of load handling operations 63

Annex G (normative) Procedure for testing steering wheel kick back 70

Annex ZA (informative) ##Relationship between this European Standard and the Essential Requirements of EU Directive 98/37/EC$$ 74

Annex ZB (informative) ##Relationship between this European Standard and the Essential Requirements of EU Directive 2006/42/EC$$ 75

#Bibliography$$ 76

NOTE Acknowledging that, at the time of publication, the requirements included in this amendment do not represent the state of the art, a transition period of 12 months is permitted after the date of publication, such that manufacturers can develop their products sufficiently to meet the requirements of this amendment

Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of patent rights CEN [and/or CENELEC] shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights

This European Standard was approved by CEN on 27 November 1998 and includes Corrigendum 1 issued by CEN on 27 September 2006, Amendment 1 approved by CEN on 27 July 2006, Amendment 2 approved by CEN on 19 October 2009 and Amendment 3 approved by CEN on 2011-12-03

This document supersedes %EN 1459:1998+A2:2010&

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EN 1726 Safety of Industrial trucks

Self propelled trucks up to and including 10,000 kg capacity and tractors with

a drawbar pull up to and including 20,000 N

EN 1726-2 Part 2: Additional requirements for trucks with elevating operator positions and

trucks specifically designed to travel with elevated loads

EN 1551 Safety of Industrial trucks

Self propelled trucks over 10,000 kg capacity

EN 1459 Safety of Industrial trucks

Self propelled variable reach trucks

EN 1757 Safety of Industrial trucks

Pedestrian propelled trucks

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EN 1757-1 Part 1: Stacker trucks

EN 1757-4 Part 4: Scissor lift pallet trucks

EN 1525 Safety of Industrial trucks

Driverless trucks and their systems

EN 1175 Safety of Industrial trucks

Electrical requirements

EN 1175-1 Part 1: General requirements for battery powered trucks

EN 1175-2 Part 2: General requirements for internal combustion engine powered trucks

EN 1175-3 Part 3: Specific requirements for the electrical power transmission systems of

internal combustion engine powered trucks

EN 1526 Safety of Industrial trucks

Additional requirements for automated functions on trucks

EN 1755 Safety of Industrial trucks

Operation in potentially explosive atmospheres: use in flammable gas, vapour mist and dust

Test methods for measuring noise emissions

Test methods for measuring visibility from self propelled trucks

Test methods for measuring vibration

Electromagnetic compatibility According to the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations of the following countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and United Kingdom

Introduction

!This document is a type C standard as stated in EN ISO 12100-1

The machinery concerned and the extent to which hazards, hazardous situations and events are covered are indicated in the scope of this document

When provisions of this type C standard are different from those which are stated in type A or B standards, the provisions of this type C standard take precedence over the provisions of the other standards, for machines that have been designed and built according to the provisions of this type C standard."

1 Scope

1.1 This standard applies to self-propelled seated rider operated variable reach trucks intended to handle

loads of all kinds using one of the attachments listed in 3.10 - 3.11 - 3.13 - 3.14 - 3.15 - 3.16 - 3.19 - 3.20 It does not cover the lifting of persons by any attachments, in particular by work platforms Machines with variable length load suspension elements (chains, ropes etc) from which the load may swing freely in all directions are not covered in this standard It applies to the handling of series 1 freight containers of length ≥ 6 metres with the dimensional and securing characteristics as specified in ISO 668 and ISO 3874

1.2 For the purpose of this standard, self-propelled seated rider operated variable reach trucks (hereinafter

referred to as “trucks”) are counterbalanced lift trucks with one or more articulated arms, telescopic or not,

non-slewing, as defined in 4.13.2.2.2 of ISO 5053:1987 used for stacking loads The load handling means

may be mounted directly on the lifting means or on an auxiliary mast fixed at the end of the lifting means Lifting means shall be non-slewing or have slewing movement not greater than 5° either side of the longitudinal axis of the truck (see figure 1)

1 Vertical Pivoting axis

Figure 1

1.3 Two types of variable reach trucks are covered in this standard:

 industrial trucks for operation on substantially firm smooth, level and prepared surfaces;

 rough terrain trucks for operation on unimproved natural terrain and disturbed terrain or areas

1.4 Trucks may be equipped with fork arms for normal industrial duties, or attachments for specific

applications such as handling freight containers Trucks may be equipped with stabilisers, axle locking or lateral levelling devices

1.5 This standard covers all specific hazards which could occur during operation and maintenance of trucks

For hazards occurring during construction, transportation, commissioning, decommissioning and disposal, reference should be made to EN 292-2

1.6 Unless otherwise specified by the manufacturer, the trucks are designed to operate in a temperature

range of -20°C to + 50°C The manufacturer shall specify in his instructions for use the precautions to be taken when using the trucks at extreme temperatures

2 Normative references

This European standard incorporates, by dated or undated reference, provisions from other publications These normative references are cited at appropriate places in the text and the publications are listed hereafter For dated references, subsequent amendments to, or revisions of, any of these publications apply

to this European Standard only when incorporated in it by amendment or revision For undated references the latest edition of the publication referred to applies

EN 281:1988, Construction and layout of pedals of self-propelled industrial trucks sit down rider controlled

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prEN 12937:1997, Safety of machinery — Basic concepts, general principles for design — Part 3: Additional technical principles and specifications for mobility and for load lifting

EN 349:1993, Safety of machinery — Minimum gaps to avoid crushing of parts of the human body

EN 414:1992, Safety of machinery — Rules for drafting and presentation of safety standards

%EN 954-1:1996 Safety of machinery — Safety-related parts of control systems — Part 1: General

principles for design&

EN 1175, Safety of Industrial trucks — Electrical requirements

EN 1175-1:1998, General requirements for battery powered trucks

EN 1175-2:1998, General requirements for internal combustion engine powered trucks

EN 1175-3:1998, Specific requirements for the electrical power transmission systems of internal combustion engine powered trucks

prEN 12053, Safety of Industrial trucks — Test methods for measuring noise emissions

prEN 13059, Safety of Industrial trucks — Test methods for measuring vibration

%EN 15000:2008, Safety of industrial trucks — Self propelled variable reach trucks — Specification,

performance and test requirements for longitudinal load moment indicators and longitudinal load moment limiters&

#prEN 15830, Rough terrain variable reach trucks — Visibility — Test methods and verification

EN ISO 5353, Earth moving machinery, and tractors and machinery for agriculture and forestry — Seat index point (ISO 5353:1995)$

!EN ISO 6683, Earth-moving machinery — Seat belts and seat belt anchorages — Performance requirements and tests (ISO 6683:2005)

EN ISO 12100-1:2003, Safety of machinery — Basic concepts, general principles for design — Part 1: Basic terminology, methodology (ISO 12100-1:2003)

EN ISO 12100-2:2003, Safety of machinery — Basic concepts, general principles for design — Part 2: Technical principles (ISO 12100-2:2003)"

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%EN ISO 13849-1 Safety of machinery — Safety-related parts of control systems — Part 1: General

principles for design (ISO 13849-1)

EN ISO 13849-2; Safety of machinery — Safety-related parts of control systems — Part 2: Validation (ISO 13849-2)&

ISO 2330:1995, Fork lift trucks — Fork arms — Technical characteristics and testing

ISO 2867:1994, Earth moving machinery — Access systems

ISO 3164:1992, Earth-moving machinery, roll over and falling object protective structure — Specification for the deflection limiting volume

ISO/DIS 3287, Powered industrial trucks — Control systems

ISO 3449:1992, Earth moving machinery — Falling object laboratory tests and performance requirements ISO 3471:1994, Earth moving machinery — Roll over protective structures — Test and performances requirements

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ISO 3795:1989, Road vehicles, and tractors and machinery for agriculture and forestry — Determination of burning behaviour of interior materials

ISO 5053:1987, Powered industrial trucks — Terminology

ISO 6055:1997, High lift rider trucks — Overhead guards — Specifications and testing

ISO 6292:1996, Powered industrial trucks and tractors — Brake performance and component strength

ISO/DIS 13284:1997, Fork lift trucks — Fork arm extensions and telescopic fork arms — Technical specifications and strength requirements

ISO 9533:1989, Earth moving machinery — Machine mounted forward and reverse audible warning alarm — Sound test method

ISO 668:1995, Series 1 freight containers — Classification, dimensions and ratings

ISO/DIS 3874, Series 1 freight containers — Handling and securing

!ISO 11112, Earth moving machinery — Operator’s seat — Dimensions and requirements"

3 Definitions - terminology

Definitions of the main truck components are in accordance with ISO 5053:1987 For the purposes of this standard, the following further definitions apply

3.1

rated capacity of truck

load “Q” in kg, permitted by the manufacturer, that the truck type is capable of transporting or lifting in normal operation under specific conditions It shall be equal to the maximum load “Q” with centre of gravity at point

“G” (see figure 2) which the truck is designed to carry on fork arms at the standard load centre distance “D” as specified in 3.3 and stack at the standard lift height “H” as specified in 3.2

“G” is the load centre of gravity positioned in the longitudinal plane that passes through the central point between the front wheels

Figure 2 — Parameters for the designation of the rated capacity of the truck

3.2

standard lift height

height “H” from the ground to the upper face of the fork blades or to the underside of the load

The standard heights are as follows:

H = 3,3 m for trucks with capacities of 10 000 kg or less

H = 5,0 m for trucks with capacities of 10 000 kg

3.3

standard load centre distance

distance “D” in mm from the centre of gravity “G” of the load measured horizontally to the front face of the fork shanks and vertically to the upper face of the fork blades as specified in table 1

NOTE The standard load centre distances D are designated by X

The load centre distances designated by + are optional

Trucks may be rated for special applications with load centres related to those applications

actual capacity of truck

maximum load in kg (depending on lift height “H”, attachment, load centre distance and maximum reach), permitted by the manufacturer, taking into account the stability test results, which the truck is capable of transporting or lifting under specific conditions

3.6

rated capacity of removable attachments

maximum load in kg that the attachment is permitted by its manufacturer to handle in normal operation under specified conditions

load push pull

a device enabling the load to be slid forward or backwards on the fork arms

3.21

normal operator’s position

a position in which the operator shall be capable of controlling all the operating and load handling functions Other positions may prove necessary if it is not possible to control all the functions of the truck from a single position

3.22

forward travel

forward direction of travel occurs when the load handling means is leading the travel motion of the truck

3.23

front and rear ends of truck

the front end of a truck is that which leads the forward direction of travel described in 3.22 The rear end of a truck is that which trails

3.24

quick fastening device

a structure fitted at the end of the lifting boom to grip and lock interchangeable attachments without the use of

a tool

Hazards Corresponding requirements

4.1.1 Crushing, shearing or entanglement

4.1.1.1 With truck lifting mechanism 5.6.5 Protection at operator position

4.1.1.2 Within attachment mechanism 5.6.5 Protection on attachment

4.1.1.3 Between truck and obstacles 5.6.1 Operator position : dimensions

4.1.1.4 Between truck and road wheels 5.6.3 Protection from road wheels

4.1.1.5 Within engine compartment 5.4.4 Lockable engine access

4.1.3 Impact from falling objects

4.1.3.1 Due to mechanical failure 5.5.1 Lift chains and wire ropes

4.1.3.2 Due to unintended load carrier 5.3.3 Load handling control

4.1.3.3 Due to failure or unintended

of fork arms or extensions 5.5.5 Fork extensions

4.1.3.4 Due to unintended movement of load 5.5.5 Fork extensions : retention

5.5.7.1 Attachment : retention 5.5.7.3 Attachment : fastening device

Hazards Corresponding requirements

4.1.3.5 Due to unstable or insecure loads 5.5.7.2 Load clamping device

5.5.7.7 Spreader twistlock interlock

4.1.3.6 When lifting or transporting the truck 5.10.2 Protection during transport

4.1.4 High pressure hazard

4.1.4.1 Due to hydraulic hose failure 5.5.3.1 Hose burst pressure

4.1.4.2 Due to excessive hydraulic pressure 5.5.3.2 Pressure relief valve

4.1.5 Material ejection from road wheels 5.6.3 Protection from road wheels

4.1.6 Slip, trip, fall

4.1.6.1 During access to operator position 5.6.2 Operator access

4.2 Electrical hazards from contact 5.4.6 Electrical requirements

4.3 Thermal hazards for the operator 5.6.4 Protection from burning

5.10.1.1 Protection from cab heater

4.4.1 Hearing loss for the operator 5.10.3.1 Operator noise limitation

4.4.2 Interference with communication 5.10.3.1 Environmental noise limitation

4.7 Hazards due to substances

4.7.1 Inhalation of engine exhaust

4.7.2 Fire or explosion

4.7.2.2 From battery electrolyte 5.4.6 Electro technical requirements

4.8 Hazards due to neglect of ergonomic

4.8.3 Stress due to operator discomfort 5.4.2 Engine cooling : Air flow

Hazards Corresponding requirements

4.10 Hazards due to functional disorders

4.10.1 Hydraulic failure causing load to drop 5.5.3.3 Truck hydraulic system

4.10.2 Control disorder causing

uncontrollable movement 5.5.7.4/5 Attachment hydraulic system

4.10.3 Unexpected start-up

4.10.3.1 When truck is unattended 5.1.2.1 Parking brake

4.10.3.3 Due to unintended traction 5.1.2.2 Neutral start switch

5.1.2.3/4 Direction and accelerator control 5.1.2.5 Seat or pedal switches

5.8.4 Longitudinal stability indicator 5.10.1.6 Cabs : emergency exit

5.5.2 Load lowering speed

4.10.4.3 When truck is unattended 5.5.2 Hydraulic tilt leakage

4.10.5 Failure of control response 5.5.3.1 Hydraulic burst pressure

4.11 Hazards due to missing or incorrectly

positioned safety means

Hazards due to mobility The whole of article 5

4.12 Inadequate lighting of moving/work

4.13 Hazards due to sudden movement, 5.1 Start up and travel

instability etc during handling 5.2 Brakes

5.7 Stability - annexes A to E 5.8.1 Overhead guard - ROPS - FOPS

6.2 Functionality Structural test

4.14 Inadequate/in ergonomic design of 5.3 Controls

environments (contact with moving 5.6.3 Protection from road wheels

parts, exhaust gases etc.) 5.6.4 Protection from burning

5,6.5 Protection of the operator against crushing, 4.14.2 Inadequate visibility from drivers/ shearing and trapping

4.14.3 Inadequate seat/seating (seat index 5.61 Seat

Hazards Corresponding requirements

4.14.4 Inadequate ergonomic/design/ 5.1 Start up and travel

4.14.5 -starting/moving of self propelled 5.1.2 Protection against unintended movement

4.14.6 - road traffic of self propelled Not covered in this standard

4.15.2 Hazards due to break-up and/or 5.5.3.1 Hydraulic circuit

circuit 4.15.3 Hazards due to rolling over

(deflection limiting volume; DLV) 5.8.2 Protection against falling objects and overturning

4.15.4 Hazards due to falling objects (DLV) 5.5.7 Load handling attachment

4.15.6 Hazards caused due to towing, 7.1 Instruction handbook

coupling, connecting, transmission

etc

4.15.7 Hazards due to batteries, fire, 5.1.2.4 Battery powered trucks

Hazards due to lifting Whole clause 5

Annexes A to E 4.16.2 Derailment of machinery

4.16.3 Loss of mechanical strength of 5.5.1.1 Chains

machinery and lifting accessories 5.5.1.2 Ropes

5.5.2 Hydraulic lifting system

Hazards Corresponding requirements

4.16.4 Hazards caused by uncontrolled 5.1 Start up and travel

4.19 Hazards due to loading/unloading 5.5.1.1 Chains

5.5.2 Hydraulic lifting systems 5.5.3.2 Pressure relief valves 5.5.3.3 Failure of energy supply 5.5.7 Load handling attachment 5.8.4 Longitudinal stability indicator

5.1.5 Inadvertent activation

Controls, which can cause a hazard due to inadvertent activation, shall be so arranged or deactivated or guarded as to minimise the risk, in particular when the operator gets into or out of the normal operator’s position The deactivation device shall either be self-acting or acting by compulsory actuation of the relevant device

5.1.6 Powered travel movement

Means shall be provided to prevent powered travel when the operator is not at the normal operator’s position Powered travel shall not occur automatically when the operator returns to the normal operator’s position without an additional operation, e.g by requiring resetting the direction control

Application of the parking brake shall apply neutral travel control

NOTE "Application of the parking brake shall apply neutral travel control” does not apply to trucks with hydro-static transmission because this transmission system achieves the same objective

5.1.7 Non-activation of the parking brake

A warning shall be activated when the operator is not at the normal operator’s position and the parking brake has not been applied.&

5.2 Brakes

5.2.1 Service and parking brakes shall comply with ISO 6292

5.2.2 For trucks with capacities greater than 50 000 kg, brake shall also comply with ISO/DIS 6292

5.2.3 Electromechanical brakes shall be applied mechanically and released electrically, they shall meet the

5.3.1 Travel and braking controls

5.3.1.1 Pedal operated travel and braking controls

These shall be in accordance with EN 281:1988

5.3.1.2 Differential locking pedal

If the truck is fitted with a differential lock which is pedal operated, depression of the pedal shall lock the differential

5.3.1.3 Hand operated direction control lever

The movement of a direction control lever shall correspond to the required direction of travel

5.3.1.4 Hand operated accelerator control lever

The movement of a hand operated accelerator control lever shall be parallel to the longitudinal axis of the truck Movement of the control lever toward the front of the truck shall increase travel speed

5.3.1.5 Hand operated transmission gear change lever

The positions for gear engagement shall be clearly indicated

5.3.1.6 Hand operated differential locking lever

The differential locking position of a hand operated lever control shall be clearly indicated If the truck is fitted with a manually operated differential lock, the engaged and disengaged positions of the lock shall be clearly indicated

5.3.2 Steering controls

5.3.2.1 General requirements

The steering control shall be easy to grasp and operate The steering mechanism shall be designed to ensure

a progressive response to movement of the control

5.3.2.2 Safety requirements

In the event of an interruption of the power supplied to the steering system (including a dead engine), it shall

be possible to maintain the direction being steered just before the breakdown until the truck is brought to a controlled stop For electric trucks, the requirements of 5.9.6 of EN 1175-1:1998 shall be met

5.3.2.3 Steering shock limitation

The transmission of shocks from the ground to the steering controls of the truck shall be limited and meet the requirements of annex I

5.3.2.6 Steering direction-steering wheel control

Clockwise rotation of a steering wheel shall steer the truck to the right when the truck is travelling in the forward direction If a reversible control unit or dual controls are fitted, clockwise rotation of a steering wheel shall also steer the truck to the operators right when the truck is travelling in reverse with the operator facing in that direction

5.3.2.7 Steering direction-single lever control

On trucks for which steering is controlled by means of a single lever controller, pushing the lever to the right shall cause the truck to be steered to the right in the direction of travel

5.3.3 Load handling control

All load handling controls shall automatically return to neutral when released, thus stopping all load movements

The controls for the main functions shall be clearly separated from the driving controls, and preferably be located so as to be operated by the operator’s right hand

The function of the controls shall be clearly and durably marked When using graphic symbols, these shall be

in accordance with ISO/DIS 3287, and each symbol shall be affixed on or in close proximity to the control lever to which it applies

For definitions of load handling operations, see annex F

5.3.4 Other controls

5.3.4.1 Stabiliser controls

When there are stabilisers, operated by control levers, these shall be put in place by a forward motion of the control and shall be withdrawn by a backward motion

If other control methods are used, they shall follow the same logic

5.3.4.2 Chassis levelling control

When there is chassis levelling, operated by a control lever, the desired correction shall be made by moving the control in the lateral plane of the truck

If other control methods are used, they shall follow the same logic

5.3.4.3 Axle locking control

When axle locking is used, operated by a control lever, locking shall be engaged by forward or downward motion of the control and disengaged by backward or upward motion of the control

If other control methods are used, they shall follow the same logic

5.3.5 Marking

Controls shall be legibly and indelibly marked with graphic symbols in accordance with ISO/DIS 3287 (see annex F)

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5.3.6 Multiple operating positions

If additional operating positions are fitted, the use of the controls of one operating position shall preclude the use of the controls of the other operating positions at the same time, except the emergency disconnect switch, which shall be operable from all positions.$

5.4 Power systems and accessories

5.4.1 Exhaust system

The exhaust system shall be so designed that the health of the operator is not impaired by temperature rises

or exhaust gases In particular, the exhaust pipe shall have its outlet so arranged as to cause the minimum discomfort to personnel

5.4.3.2 Fuel spillage shall not be possible under normal operating conditions

5.4.4 Access to engine and other compartments

5.4.4.1 Where there are unguarded moving parts within the engine compartment, access shall only be possible by means of a key or tool, or by a release handle within an operator's lockable cab A device or devices must be fitted to hold the engine cover securely in its open position and prevent uncontrolled closures

5.4.4.2 Where access to other components requires the opening of covers, such covers must also have a device or devices to hold the cover securely in its open position and prevent uncontrolled closure

5.4.4.3 Hand holds must be provided on covers to ensure correct opening and closing procedure

5.4.4.4 Means shall be provided to allow one person to perform routine adjustments and inspections without using workshop equipment

5.4.5 Additional requirements for internal combustion engine driven trucks using liquefied petroleum gas (LPG)

5.4.5.1 Containers

a) Containers for LPG may be either permanently fixed on the truck or quickly removable

b) Containers shall be firmly secured to the truck and the fastening shall be unaffected by vibration

c) Pipe fittings and accessories on containers shall be adequately protected against mechanical overload, e.g by plates or grids

d) Containers, whether fixed or removable, shall be equipped with a device to prevent the sudden emission

of a large volume of gas, particularly in the case of a pipe failure This does not apply to pressure relief valves

e) The fuel take-off on the container shall be equipped with an easily and quickly accessible manual quick closing valve The position and method of operation of this valve shall be clearly marked on the outside of the truck on or near the valve

f) The fuel take-off shall be in a liquid form unless the container and engine are specially equipped for direct vapour withdrawal

g) All containers which require to be filled to a fixed maximum liquid level by the user shall have the following fitted:

1) A suitable safety pressure relief valve connected to the vapour space of the container Where such containers are fitted inside compartments of vehicles the discharge side of the relief valve shall be piped to atmosphere

The gas shall be led away safely See also 5.4.5.3 d)

2) A fixed maximum-level-indicating device

Where containers are fitted inside compartment of vehicles the discharge side of any indicator which relies on bleeding gas to atmosphere shall terminate at a readily visible position on the outside of the vehicle:

maximum-level- Maximum-level-indicating devices which rely on bleeding to atmosphere shall be designed so that the bleed hole is not larger than 1,5 mm in diameter and also that the parts of the device cannot be completely withdrawn in normal gauging operations

 All maximum-liquid-level devices shall be suitable for the LPG in use and indicate the maximum product level which shall not exceed that permitted by EC regulations for pressure vessels

If a liquid-level-gauge is fitted, it shall not vent to atmosphere

h) If containers are installed in a compartment, this compartment shall have permanent openings at the very bottom The total surface area of these ventilation openings shall be at least 200 cm2 allowing adequate ventilation to the outside atmosphere and without risk for the operator

i) When containers are removable, their fastenings shall permit easy handling and checking of the installation after the exchange of containers

j) Removable containers which incorporate a safety pressure relief valve shall be so positioned on the truck that the safety pressure relief valve opening is always in communication with the vapour space at the top

of the container This may be accomplished by an indexing pin which positions the container when it is properly installed

k) If a spare or additional container is carried on the truck shall be secured in accordance with the 2nd and 3rd paragraphs of 5.4.5.1

l) Containers shall be positioned in such a way that they are not exposed to the damaging effects of heat, particularly heat from the engine and the exhaust system It shall be possible to fit a heat-shield which shall not inhibit ventilation under any circumstances

m) Containers shall be fitted on the truck in such a way that they are not exposed to abrasion or shock nor to corrosive action of the products handled by the truck

5.4.5.2 LPG piping

a) Connecting piping and all associated parts shall be easily accessible, protected against damage and wear, and flexible enough to withstand vibration and deformation in service

1) Piping shall be so arranged that damage or leaks are easily detectable

2) Piping shall be installed in such a way that it cannot be damaged by the hot parts of the engine Fully rigid pipes shall not be used for connecting the container to equipment on the engine

3) High pressure flexible hoses (above 1 bar) shall be supported at least every 500 mm Rigid pipes shall be supported at least every 600 mm

b) Hoses, pipes and all connections operating at pressures above one bar shall be suitable for a working pressure of 25 bar and shall withstand without bursting a test pressure of 75 bar

c) Hoses, pipes and all connections below one bar shall withstand without bursting a test pressure of five times the maximum pressure likely to be encountered in service

d) Containers and their piping shall be installed in such a way that there are no projections outside the overall contour of the truck Container connections shall be protected by a rigid guard

e) Excessive pressure shall be avoided in any section of pipe-work containing LPG between two shut-off valves which may be closed; a pressure-relief valve or other suitable means may be used if necessary f) The use of aluminium piping in the liquid petroleum gas line is not permissible

g) Hose lengths shall be as short as possible

h) High pressure unions and joints (above one bar) shall be made of metal except for any constrained sealing washers

d) Pressure relief valves or liquid level indicators shall be installed in such a way that cannot discharge in the direction of the driver or onto truck components which may be a source of ignition

e) If corrosion of a part will interfere with its proper functioning it shall be provided with a corrosion resistant protective coating

f) All fuel system components shall be firmly secured to the truck and the fastenings arranged to minimise the effect of vibration

g) Pressure reducing valves shall be readily accessible for inspection and maintenance

5.4.6 Electrical requirements

All electrical systems and equipments shall comply with EN 1175-1:1998, EN 1175-2:1998 and

EN 1175-3:1998

5.5 Systems for lifting, tilting and reaching

5.5.1 Chains and wire ropes

5.5.1.1 Chains

When the lifting mechanism (lifting, telescoping) includes a chain or chains, the truck manufacturer shall use only leaf or roller chains which, in relation to the minimum breaking load certified by the manufacturer of the chain, will provide a factor K1, in relation to the static load that would exist in a single chain or equally loaded chains when the maximum rated load is in the transporting position, assuming no friction in the mast structure, given by the equation:

K minimum breaking load for new chain number of chains

rated capacity of the truck + dead weight of lifting mechanism

where:

for trucks ≤ 10 000 kg capacity K1 −≥5

for trucks over 10 000 kg capacity K1 −5 0 2− , ( 'Q−10)

K1 shall never be less than 4

Pulley diameters shall be at least three times the pitch of the chains

For variable reach trucks the factor K1 shall be related to the static load that would exist in a single or equally loaded chain when the truck and boom are stationery in the least favourable positions

Loads in the chain(s) due to friction in the lifting mechanisms shall be taken into account

5.5.1.2 Wire ropes

When the lifting mechanism (lifting, telescoping) includes one or more wire ropes, the truck manufacturer shall select wire ropes which, in relation to the minimum braking load certified by the manufacturer of the wire rope, will provide a factor K2 of at least 6:1 in relation to the static load that would exist in a single wire rope or equally loaded wire ropes when the maximum rated load is in the transporting position, assuming no friction in the mast structure

where:

K minimum braking load for new wire rope number of wire ropes

max capacity of the truck + dead weight of the lifting mechanism carried by the wire rope(s)

The diameter of the wire rope guide pulleys, measured from the bottom of the groove, shall be at least

22 times the diameter of the wire rope

For variable reach trucks the factor K2 shall be related to the static load that would exist in a single or equally loaded rope when the truck and boom are stationary in the least favourable positions

5.5.2 Hydraulic lifting system

5.5.2.1 Load holding

The descent of the load caused by a leakage in the hydraulic system in the least favourable load position, shall not exceed 150 mm during 10 min with the oil in the hydraulic system at normal working temperature The average forward tilting speed resulting from leakage shall not exceed half a degree per minute

5.5.2.2 Maximum load lowering speed

The maximum permissible lowering speed shall be such that even with the maximum load in the event of unintentional operation, a sudden stop of the lowering means, the truck stability cannot be jeopardised (the momentary lifting of the rear wheels can be accepted during such unintentional operation)

5.5.2.3 Limitation of stroke

All movements with a limited travel shall be provided with stops to prevent over-travel

5.5.3 Hydraulic system

5.5.3.1 Hydraulic circuit

Hoses, piping and all connections shall be capable of withstanding without bursting, a pressure at least equal

to three times the operating pressure of the hydraulic circuit as indicated by the manufacturer

The hydraulic system shall be designed and installed in such a way that its performance and reliability are not reduced or its components damaged as a result of external stresses, vibration or movements of the truck or components thereof

Hoses and piping shall be positioned to avoid as far as possible physical damage and adverse effects in the event of bursts, pinholes, etc

The hydraulic system shall be so designed that the oil in circulation is continuously filtered

5.5.3.2 Pressure-relief valves

All hydraulic systems shall include a reliable device which prevents the pressure in the system from exceeding

a pre-set safe level

The device shall be so designed and fitted that accidental loosening or adjustment is avoided and that a tool

or key is required to alter the pressure settings

5.5.3.3 Failure of energy supply or hydraulic circuit

In the case of a fault or interruption of the supply of energy the design of the hydraulic installation shall be such that the hydraulic pressure in the system prevents the pump from functioning as a hydraulic motor

In the event of a failure in the hydraulic circuit of the load lifting, tilting, telescoping, stabilising or lateral levelling system/s or in the event of failure of the driving power supply, means shall be provided to maintain the load or truck in its position

The requirement shall be considered to be fulfilled when the maximum descent of the load is as specified in 5.5.2.1 when failure occurs during load lifting or lowering The load shall be immobilised within the limits of functional leakage as specified in this subclause

5.5.3.4 Oil filter

Hydraulic systems shall be protected against hazards due to oil pollution, e.g by means of a filter or magnet

5.5.4 Fork arms

5.5.4.1 Fork arms shall be manufactured and tested in accordance with ISO 2330:1995

5.5.4.2 Devices (slot, pin, lock, etc) shall be provided to prevent unintentional lateral displacement of the fork arms on the fork carrier Positive stops shall be provided to prevent lateral disengagement at the extremities

5.5.4.3 If a fork arm removal slot is provided at the bottom of the carrier, it shall not be positioned opposite

a slot at the top of the carrier unless means are provided to prevent the fork arm being inadvertently displace

5.5.7 Load handling attachments

5.5.7.1 Attachments (e.g clamps, side-shifters, elevators, scoops, etc.) shall be designed and manufactured in such a way that unintentional lateral displacement and detachment from the truck are prevented

Movement of the attachment and its parts shall be limited at the extreme positions

5.5.7.2 Clamping devices shall be so designed that clamping pressure is sustained for at least 10 min by means of non-return valves or any other effective system when the truck’s control mechanisms are in the neutral position In the event of malfunctions in the power supply system for the attachment, it shall not be possible for the load to be dislodged or unintentionally shift

5.5.7.3 Trucks equipped with quick fastening devices as defined in 3.24 for attachments shall be designed and manufactured in such a way that the locking devices can be seen by the operator to be correctly engaged into the attachment from the normal operating position

5.5.7.4 If an attachment has its own separate hydraulic system, this shall comply with 5.5.3

5.5.7.5 If an attachment has a hydraulic system which is connected to the truck hydraulic system, then the two systems shall be compatible and the combined systems shall comply with 5.5.3

5.5.7.6 Attachments shall, as far as is technically possible, be so designed and fitted to the truck that in the normal operating position, visibility of the roadway by the operator is not reduced

5.5.7.7 All attachments for the handling of freight containers shall be fitted with a device to prevent unlocking of the interface mechanism when the container is suspended

a) Fore and aft seat adjustments shall be provided to allow ready access to controls;

b) If a weight adjustable suspension seat is fitted, the adjustment shall cater at least for weights of

55 to 110 kg;

c) If a swivelling seat is fitted, swivelling must be possible in all positions of adjustment;

d) The adjustments of the seat, shall be possible without use of tools;

e) All adjustments shall be clearly and indelibly marked on the seat control devices

NOTE No seat dimension has been fixed, as CEN/TC 122 work is still awaited

5.6.2 Operator access

5.6.2.1 Trucks shall be designed to permit easy access and egress without undue risk of slipping and falling Steps, running boards and grab handles shall be provided to ensure a three point grip at all heights, (i.e one hand and two feet or two hands and one foot)

5.6.2.2 Steps may be of open construction but shall have slip resistant surfaces or covering

The first step shall not be more than 550 mm from the ground, and succeeding steps shall preferably be at regular intervals of 250 to 350 mm

The size of apertures for feet shall comply with ISO 2867:1994

 single foot steps shall be at least 160 mm wide;

 double foot steps shall be at least 320 mm;

 all steps shall be at least 150 mm deep

5.6.2.3 The operator compartment floor and any walkways shall have slip resistant surface Walkways above 2 m from the ground shall have adequate guard rails at 900 to 1100 mm high capable of withstanding a force of 900 N applied laterally

5.6.3 Protection from road wheels

Trucks shall be provided with devices which ensure the protection of the operator, when he is in his normal operating position, against contact with the truck wheels or against objects thrown up by the wheels (e.g mud, gravel, stones, bolts, etc.)

The protection device for the steered wheels need only cover the wheels in the straight ahead position

5.6.4 Protection from burning

All parts of the truck within reach of the operator in his normal operating position or when getting into or leaving his operating place shall be insulated or shielded if necessary so that their surface temperature does not exceed 65°C

5.6.5 Protection of the operator against crushing, shearing and trapping points

Relative moving parts which are within the operator’s reach in his normal operating position shall either be adequately guarded (e.g enclosure, screen , grid, etc.) or be separated by the minimum distances specified below in conformity with EN 349:1993

 places where the operator’s fingers can be trapped:25 mm

 places where the operator’s hands or feet can be trapped:100/120 mm

 places where the operator’s arms or legs can be trapped:120/180 mm

5.6.6 Safety belt

Two anchoring points for a safety belt shall be provided

!A seat belt and seat belt anchorage complying with the requirements of EN ISO 6683 shall be fitted."

5.7 Stability

5.7.1 In order to restrict hazards of forward and lateral tip over, trucks shall comply with the minimum

requirements specified in the stability tests referenced below

 Normative annex A - Industrial trucks

 Normative annex B - Rough terrain trucks

 Normative annex C - Trucks handling containers

 Normative annex D - Trucks operating with offset load, offset by powered device

 Normative annex E - Trucks operating with offset load, offset determined by the utilisation

5.8 Protective devices

5.8.1 Overhead guard for industrial trucks

5.8.1.1 Every industrial truck shall be fitted with an overhead guard complying with ISO 6055:1997 to protect the operator

5.8.1.2 The overhead guard shall hinder the operator as little as possible whilst mounting or dismounting the truck

5.8.2 Protection against falling objects and overturning for rough terrain trucks (FOPS & ROPS)

Rough terrain trucks shall be fitted with:

a) a protective structure against falling objects (FOPS) complying with the requirements of ISO 3449:1992, b) an overturning protective structure (ROPS) complying with the requirements of ISO 3471:1994

Design details:

The deflection limiting volume after the tests of resistance against falling objects and overturning shall comply with the requirements of the standard ISO 3164:1992

5.8.2.1 Testing

a) Falling objects test (FOPS)

The truck with its protective structure shall be subjected to the tests in clauses 6, 7 and 8 of ISO 3449:1992

b) Overturning test (ROPS)

The truck with its protective structure shall be subjected to the tests in clauses 7, 8 and 9 of

The minimum force F in Newton’s reached during the application of the lateral load shall be:

1,2000 10

M 000

M is the mass in kg of the unladen truck ready for use

The minimum energy U in Joules absorbed during the application of the lateral load shall be:

1,25000 10

M 500

5.8.3 Audible warning device

Variable reach trucks shall be equipped with a sound warning device clearly audible in the truck environment, and complying with ISO 9533.$

5.9.1.2 Rough Terrain Trucks

The truck shall be designed to meet the visibility criteria in accordance with prEN 15830

5.9.1.3 Trucks designed for container handling

Trucks designed for freight container handling shall provide sufficient visibility to enable the operator to carry out all travel and manoeuvres safely Assessment of the truck visibility may be conducted using the test methods of prEN 15830 The test configuration shall be with the truck travelling forwards with the freight

container at the front and raised so that its base is not less than 1 m above S.I.P according to EN ISO 5353 This allows the operator to see beneath the freight container Under these conditions, the truck shall travel with the boom retracted as far as possible towards the rear

In order to aid the operator to avoid collisions when visibility is limited, built-in devices shall be provided (e.g mirrors, cameras and monitors, raised or reversible operator position, audible and visual alarms etc.)

NOTE For trucks designed for freight container handling, a visibility standard is under preparation.$

5.9.2 Trucks shall be so designed that it is possible for the manufacturer or any other qualified person referring to the manufacturers instructions to equip them with an electrical circuit whereby travel lights, working lights, signal and maintenance lights can be installed

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5.10 Environment conditions

5.10.1 Operator’s cab

5.10.1.1 If the overhead guard is replaced by a totally enclosed cab fitted with a heater/demist, the heater’s

air intake shall be connected to a fresh air inlet: partial recycling of the air is, however, permissible The heater shall be securely fixed It shall be possible for the hot air to be circulated adequately to demist or defrost all windows in the cab A device shall be fitted to prevent the operator from burning himself from direct contact or

by hot air

5.10.1.2 If a cab is fitted in lieu of an overhead guard on an industrial truck, it shall comply with 5.8.1.1 5.10.1.3 If a cab is fitted in lieu of a protective structure on a rough terrain truck, it shall comply with 5.8.2

5.10.1.4 Provision shall be made for efficient ventilation of the cab It is obtained by keeping the doors and

windows open, these shall be capable of being locked open

5.10.1.5 If glass is used in the window apertures, it shall be of the safety type The windscreen and rear

window shall be fitted with sufficiently large wipers so that the driver has an adequate view of the road

5.10.1.6 The cab shall include at least one door, plus an emergency exit allowing the operator to escape in

another direction (See ISO 2867)

5.10.1.7 The cab material and fixing elements shall be resistant to a fire with a maximum burning rate of 250

mm / min for a sample tested to ISO 3795:1989

5.10.1.8 Provisions shall be made for storing the instruction handbook which shall not impair the normal

work of the operator

5.10.2 Protection during transport, loading and unloading

5.10.2.1 If the manufacturer specifies in the instruction handbook that a truck may be lifted without

disassembling, locations for slinging points shall be provided and clearly indicated on the truck

5.10.2.2 Lifting points shall be provided to enable partial disassembly of truck elements for the purpose of

transportation in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions

5.10.2.3 Securing points (hooks, rings, ears etc.) shall be provided on the front and rear parts of the truck to

enable lashing down of the truck for transportation purposes

5.10.2.4 Locations for slinging of removable attachments shall be provided as specified in the instruction

handbook

5.10.2.5 A special place should be provided for the operating and maintenance instructions

5.10.3 Noise emission and vibration

5.10.3.1 Noise emission

The noise emission rate shall be measured using the test method given in prEN 12053 Either the actual value

or a figure calculated from measurements performed on identical trucks shall be taken The A-weighted emission sound pressure level and, if necessary, the sound pressure level emitted by the truck shall be measured The results shall be recorded

5.10.3.2 Vibration

Whole body vibration shall be measured using the test method given in in prEN 13059

The vibration rate transmitted to the operator and the measuring method shall be included in the instruction handbook Either the actual value or a figure calculated from measurements performed on identical trucks shall be taken

6 Verification of requirements and safety measures

6.1 General

The manufacturer shall verify that the requirements of clause 5 have been met Compliance with these requirements can be verified by other means giving equivalent results

Verifications can be as follows:

 visually, e.g no permanent deformation after verification of the structures and verification of the truck marking;

 by measurements, e.g all travelling and lifting speed tests;

 by design, e.g verification of drawings and documents;

 additional tests, e.g those described in 6.2 and 6.3

Q2 = actual capacity at the maximum lift height in accordance with the information on the load

chart (actual capacity as per 3.5)

Q5 = actual capacity (see 3.5) at maximum reach in accordance with the information on the load

chart

Loads Q1, Q2 and Q5 may be applied to the fork arms or attachment at the equivalent height by appropriate means independent of the truck The truck shall be on substantially level ground If necessary, the truck may

be anchored to avoid tipover

The test shall not result in any visual permanent deformation or damage

Verifications shall be carried out on a representative sample of series production

The load chart and identification plates for the batteries (for electric powered trucks) and attachment (if any) shall be inspected to make sure that they contain the relevant information in accordance with the requirements (7.2.1, 7.2.2, 7.2.3)

6.3.2 Dynamic test

The tests in 6.3.2.1 and 6.3.2.2 shall be carried out on each truck with loads Q1 and Q2 as defined in 6.2 During the performance of the tests, the truck shall be operated by a competent person in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions provided as specified in 7.1.3

Testing may be performed by operating the truck in the manner prescribed below or, where practicable, may

be simulated by any method giving an equivalent effect and substantially the same results

6.3.2.1 Proof of travelling and manoeuvring

These tests shall be carried out with load Q1 in accordance with the following procedure:

a) Pick up the test load, raise it to the transporting position defined by the test T2 of the corresponding stability standard;

b) Move forward at low speed, change to reverse, and change to forward again to verify that the direction change mechanism operates effectively Reversal of direction changes are to be made at the speed recommended by the manufacturer

c) Drive the truck forward and rearward through all speed ranges to the maximum speed, and check that range changing and service brakes operate in both directions

d) Make several turns in both forward and reverse directions at approximately one third maximum speed and approximately three times the minimum outside turning radius specified by the manufacturer Check that steering is in the correct sense and operates satisfactorily

e) Deposit the load on the ground

6.3.2.2 Proof of stacking

This test shall be carried out with load Q2 Pick up the test load from ground level, elevate it to maximum height Lower to ground level at maximum speed, making several stops during descent, and deposit the load

on the ground

6.3.2.3 Proof of lowering speed

Compliance with the requirements in 5.5.2.2 shall be checked with load Q1 as follows:

 engine at low idle;

 actuate lowering control;

 accelerate engine to maximum speed;

 when the load is sufficiently close to the ground, stop the descent abruptly

Temporary lifting of the rear wheels is permitted during this test

6.3.3 Static loading-hydraulic lift and tilt leakage

Measurements of load descent due to a hydraulic leakage (see 5.5.2.1) shall be carried out by means of a test

at actual capacity with the telescopic boom fully extended and with the boom at maximum lift angle The load descent and fork tilt shall be measured at or near the fork arm heel

6.3.4 Subsequent inspection

Following the tests in 6.2.2.1 and 6.2.2.2 the truck shall be examined to ensure that there are no defects after visual inspection

7 Information for use

Residual hazards identified in clause 5 shall be covered in the instruction handbook (see 7.1)

7.1 Instruction handbook

Each truck shall be supplied with an operating and maintenance manual written in one of the languages of the community If this language should not be the language spoken in the country where the truck is to operated, then a supplementary translation shall be made available to the user

By way of derogation the maintenance instructions for use by specialised personnel employed by the manufacturer or his authorised representative may be drawn up in only one of the languages understood by those personnel, this instruction shall consist at least of the following:

a) Information covering the normal use and areas of application of the truck;

 Information covering the prohibited uses of the truck;

 Information covering the prohibited use of the attachments supplied with the truck;

 Information covering the climatic conditions for which the truck is designed;

 Prohibition of operation in hazardous atmospheres for which the truck is not designed;

b) Information covering the truck

 Description of the truck, of the equipment and the attachments supplied for use with the truck;

 Description of the safety installations and the warning labels;

 Description of the wheels;

 Types of rims for the front and rear wheels;

 Makes, types of tyres which can be used, and required inflation pressures;

 Makes, types of cushion or solid tyres permitted as replacement;

 #Information covering vibrations transmitted by the truck to the hand-arm system or to the whole body of the operator:

i) the vibration total value to which the hand-arm system is subjected, if it exceeds 2,5 m/s² Where this value does not exceed 2,5 m/s², this shall be mentioned;

NOTE 1 The total value of hand-arm vibration of self-propelled variable reach trucks as defined in this standard is below 2,5 m/s²

ii) the highest root mean square value of weighted acceleration to which the whole body is subjected measured according to clause 5.10.3.2, if it exceeds 0,5 m/s² Where this value does not exceed 0,5 m/s², this shall be mentioned;

iii) the uncertainty of measurement

NOTE 2 Information to the uncertainty of vibration measurements and the declaration and verification of vibration values are given in EN 12096:1997 For the estimation of the uncertainty are indicated in Table D.1 values of 0,4 and 0,5 of the measured vibration value in dependency on the vibration level

 Information covering noise emitted by the truck:

i) the A-weighted emission sound pressure level at the operator position, where this exceeds

70 dB(A); where this level does not exceed 70 dB(A), this fact shall be indicated;

ii) the A-weighted sound power level emitted by the truck, where the A-weighted emission sound pressure level at workstations exceeds 80 dB(A).$

 Information covering capacity and performance data of the truck;

 Information on truck dimensions;

 !Information covering the use of the seat belt(s);"

 Information for the adjustment of the operators seat;

c) Information covering the operational use of the truck

 Information covering the required qualifications and training of the driver and, if applicable, any required personal protection equipment;

 Information covering residual hazards;

 Information covering daily checks before putting the truck into operation;

 Information covering the operating controls and operating displays;

 Information covering starting, driving and braking of the truck;

 Information covering the handling of loads;

 Information covering travelling on gradients, load bridges and in elevators;

 Information covering safe parking of the truck;

 Information covering special risks in connection with the attachment and use of the attachments;

 Information on the possible displacement of the centre of gravity (containers);

d) Information covering the installation, servicing and recharging of batteries in the case of battery driven trucks;

 Information covering approved batteries and battery chargers required for recharging purposes;

 Information covering the battery weight and compensating weights, if provided;

 Information covering safety rules for batteries;

 Information covering the installation and replacement of batteries;

e) Information covering the refuelling of combustion engine driven trucks;

 Information covering approved fuels;

 Information covering safe handling of fuels;

 Information covering refuelling operations;

f) Transportation, commissioning and storage of trucks;

 Weights, dimensions;

 Information covering transporting, loading and unloading of trucks;

 Information covering the assembling of trucks and mounting of attachments;

 Information covering functional tests;

 Information for commissioning and rendering the truck operational;

 Information covering towing of the truck and moving of defective trucks;

 Information for shutting-down and storing of truck over longer periods of time;

g) Service and maintenance instructions;

 Information covering staff qualifications and training for servicing and maintenance operations;

 Information covering nature and frequency;

 Information covering the quality and quantity required;

 Information covering approved spare parts;

 Information covering servicing operations, which can be carried out by the truck operator;

 Information covering servicing operations which must be carried out by a qualified technician;

 Information covering the filling of LPG, oil, battery;

 Drawing and diagrams to help maintenance personnel perform their duties in a rational manner

7.2 Minimum marking

7.2.1 Information plates

7.2.1.1 Trucks

#Trucks shall be marked legibly and indelibly with the following minimum requirements:

 Business name and full address of the manufacturer and, where applicable, his authorised representative;

 Designation of the truck;

 The CE Marking;

 Designation of series or type;

 Serial number, if any;

 The year of the construction, that is the year in which the manufacturing process is completed;

 Unladen mass of the truck in working order without removable attachments and battery for battery powered trucks, but with fork arms or fixed attachments, the mass may vary from the figure shown by

±5 %;

 Rated capacity;

 Actual capacity at the maximum lift height with the load centre distance;

 Actual capacity at other lift heights and load centre distances, where applicable;

 Actual capacity with each removable attachment at the lift heights and load centre distances authorized by the manufacturer;

 On battery powered trucks, the authorized maximum and minimum masses of the battery and the voltage value.$

7.2.1.2 Traction batteries

Traction batteries shall bear an identification plate complying with 7.2.2 of EN 1175-1:1998

7.2.1.3 Removable attachments

Removable attachments shall be marked legibly and indelibly with the following minimum particulars:

 Name and the attachment manufacturer or authorised importer;

 Model or type;

 Serial number and year of manufacture;

 Mass of attachment which may vary from the figure shown by up to ± 5 %;

 Distance of the centre of gravity of the attachment from its mounting face on the truck;

 Rated load capacity;

 In the case of hydraulically or pneumatically operated attachments, the maximum operating pressure recommended by the attachment manufacturer;

 The warning “The capacity of the truck and attachment combination shall be complied with”

7.2.2 Load chart

7.2.2.1 Trucks with forks

Every fork arm truck shall have a durable load chart affixed in a prominent position, easily readable by the operator including information on rated and actual capacities (see 3.1 and 3.5) For an example, see figure 3) This load chart may be combined with the identification plate

7.2.2.2 Trucks with attachments

Where attachments are used on the truck that have payload ratings which are uniform throughout the working envelope or, would not be recognised by a progressive Longitudinal Stability indicator fitted to the truck, they shall have their own load chart added to the truck

Rated capacity = Q/D/d Actual capacities = Q1, Q2, Q3, Q4 and Q5

Figure 3 — Example load chart

7.2.3 Other information

7.2.3.1 Marking for lifting of trucks

Locations for lifting shall be clearly indicated on the truck

7.2.3.2 Pneumatic tyre inflation pressures

The specified inflation pressures shall be clearly indicated on the truck

Annex A

(normative)

Industrial variable reach truck - Stability tests

A.1 Scope

This annex specifies the basic tests for the verification of stability of variable reach industrial fork lift trucks It

is applicable to trucks fitted with fork arms and/or attachments

Additional tests are specified for:

 trucks handling containers (annex C);

 trucks operating with offset load, offset by powered device (annex D);

 trucks operating with offset load, offset determined by the user (annex E)

A.2 Conditions of validity

The following stability tests in this annex ensure that the type of truck specified has satisfactory stability when reasonably and appropriately used under the typical operating conditions mentioned below

a) Operating (travelling and stacking) on substantially smooth, level and prepared surfaces;

b) Travelling with the forks tilted backwards and the load in the lowered retracted (travelling) position, including up and down modest gradients;

c) Stacking with the fork arms substantially horizontal;

d) Operating with the load centre of gravity approximately on the longitudinal centre plane of the truck Where operating conditions differ from normal, reference shall also be made to annex D or annex E

A.3 Condition of test

A.3.1 Equipment and method

Stability shall be verified by following the principle of the tests described hereafter Any of the following methods is an acceptable verification procedure

A.3.1.1 Verification procedure

A.3.1.1.1 Tilting platform

A test platform shall be used The truck under test shall be placed on the platform, which is initially in the horizontal plane, sequentially in the positions described in table A.1 For each of the truck positions, the platform shall be tilted slowly and smoothly to the slope indicated in the table