ASTM_F_2917_-_12.pdf

Designation:F291712An American National StandardStandard Specification forBicycle Trailer Cycles Designed for Human Passengers1This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2917;the number immediately following the designation indicates the year oforiginal adoption or,in the case of revision,the year of last revision.A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval.Asuperscript epsilon()indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.1.Scope1.1 This specification covers trailer cycles,intended to bepulled behind bicycles,with seat post attachment,in order totransport children.It includes test methods for confirming thatthis specification is satisfied.1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as thestandard.The units given in parentheses are for informationonly.1.3 The following safety caveat applies to the chemical,mechanical,or physical,or a combination thereof,test meth-ods described herein and is meant specifically for thoseperforming the tests(in an effort to provide them with notice totake the appropriate precautions when conducting the tests).This standard does not purport to address all of the safetyconcerns,if any,associated with its use.It is the responsibilityof the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety andhealth practices and determine the applicability of regulatorylimitations prior to use.2.Referenced Documents2.1 ASTM Standards:2B117 Practice for Operating Salt Spray(Fog)ApparatusD1230 Test Method for Flammability of Apparel TextilesD4329 Practice for Fluorescent Ultraviolet(UV)Lamp Ap-paratus Exposure of PlasticsF2043 Classification for Bicycle UsageG23 Practice for Operating Light-Exposure Apparatus(Carbon-Arc Type)With and Without Water for Exposureof Nonmetallic Materials(Withdrawn 2000)32.2 ANSI Standards:4ANSI Z535.4 Product Safety Signs and LabelsANSI Z535.6 Product Safety Information in ProductManuals,Instructions,and Other Collateral Materials2.3 Federal Standards:5Title 16,CFR 1303 Lead in CoatingsTitle 16,CFR 1500.3(b)(4)(i)Hazardous SubstanceTitle 16,CFR 1500.48 Sharp PointsTitle 16,CFR 1500.49 Sharp EdgesTitle 16,CFR 1501 Small PartsTitle 16,CFR 1512 Requirements for Bicycles,Sections:1512.18(n),Reflector Test3.Terminology3.1 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:3.1.1 lead bicyclethe bicycle used to tow the trailer cycle.3.1.2 normal useapplications described as intended usefor the product found within the manufacturers instructionalliterature.3.1.3 normal use temperaturestemperature range withinwhich it should be anticipated that the trailer cycle may be usedto transport children.The range is from 7 to+50C(62).3.1.4 occupanta child or person who is riding the trailercycle.3.1.5 ridera person who controls the lead bicycle to whichthe trailer cycle is attached,and who is responsible for controlof the trailer cycle.3.1.6 trailer cyclea transporting device,with a single rearwheel,designed to provide a tandem bicycle riding experiencefor one or two children.The device includes the fasteningarrangements for attaching and towing it behind a lead bicycle.3.1.7 useful product lifecycleallowable range of time forcontinued use of a product from the date of manufacture asdescribed within the manufacturers instructional literature.1This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F08 on SportsEquipment,Playing Surfaces,and Facilities and is the direct responsibility ofSubcommittee F08.10 on Bicycles.Current edition approved Nov.1,2012.Published January 2013.Originallyapproved in 2011.Last previous edition approved in 2011 as F2917 11.DOI:10.1520/F2917-12.2For referenced ASTM standards,visit the ASTM website,www.astm.org,orcontact ASTM Customer Service at serviceastm.org.For Annual Book of ASTMStandards volume information,refer to the standards Document Summary page onthe ASTM website.3The last approved version of this historical standard is referenced onwww.astm.org.4Available from American National Standards Institute(ANSI),25 W.43rd St.,4th Floor,New York,NY 10036,http:/www.ansi.org.5Available from U.S.Government Printing Office Superintendent of Documents,732 N.Capitol St.,NW,Mail Stop:SDE,Washington,DC 20401,http:/www.access.gpo.gov.Copyright ASTM International,100 Barr Harbor Drive,PO Box C700,West Conshohocken,PA 19428-2959.United States1 4.Requirements4.1 GeneralTrailer cycles shall be designed and manufac-tured such that components with which an occupant may comein contact do not cause injury when used in accordance withthe manufacturers instructions.Exposed surfaces shall be freefrom burrs,sharp edges,and points.Refer to Title 16,CFR1500,Parts 48 and 49,and Title 16,CFR 1501.Trailer cyclesshall be equipped with rear reflectors;pedal reflectors;sidereflectors on the wheel.Refer to Title 16,CFR 1512,Parts 16and 18(n).4.2 EquipmentTrailer cycles shall be equipped with thefollowing equipment:handlebar,seat,pedals,and a drivetrainto provide human power to the rear wheel.The seatpost shallhave a mini