Vehicle Standard (Australian Design Rule 8/01 Safety Glazing Material) 2005 Amendment 1 (Cth)
Vehicle Standard (Australian Design Rule 8/01 – Safety Glazing Material) 2005 Amendment 1
I, JAMES ERIC LLOYD, Minister for Local Government, Territories and Roads, determine this vehicle standard under subsection 7 (1) of the Motor Vehicle Standards Act 1989.
Dated 8 August 2006
[SIGNED]
James Eric Lloyd
Minister for Local Government, Territories and Roads
CONTENTS
1.LEGISLATIVE PROVISIONS............................................................................ 3
2.AMENDMENT OF VEHICLE STANDARD...................................................... 3
SCHEDULE 1.................................................................................................................... 4
SCHEDULE 2.................................................................................................................... 7
1.LEGISLATIVE PROVISIONS
1.1.NAME OF LEGISLATIVE INSTRUMENT
1.1.1.This instrument is the Vehicle Standard (Australian Design Rule 8/01 – Safety Glazing Material) 2005 Amendment 1.
1.1.2.This instrument may also be cited as Australian Design Rule 8/01 — Safety Glazing Material Amendment 1.
1.2.COMMENCEMENT
1.2.1.This instrument commences on the day after it is registered.
2.AMENDMENT OF VEHICLE STANDARD
2.1.The changes specified in Schedule 1 and Schedule 2 amend Vehicle Standard (Australian Design Rule 8/01 – Safety Glazing Material) 2005.
SCHEDULE 1
[1]Clause 1.3.1(a) amend “Motor Vehicles Standard Act” to read
Motor Vehicle Standards Act
[2]Clause 1.3.2 amend “Motor Vehicles Standard Act” to read
Motor Vehicle Standards Act
[3]Amend 3.2. Applicability Table by adding an * after the column headings “ADR Category Code” and “UNECE Category Code”. At the end of the table insert
* The category code may also be in the format L1, LA etc.
Replace the * in the prior acceptable rule column with the number 1.
[4]Renumber clause 4.1 as 4.2 and insert new clause
4.1. Refer to paragraph 2 of Appendix A.
[5]Replace clauses 5.1 through 5.4 with the following
5.1. Glazing material used in vehicles listed in clause 3.2 must comply with this standard by satisfying one of the following clauses (5.1.1-5.1.3).
5.1.1. Appendix A as varied by section 6 Exemptions and section 7 Supplementary General Requirements.
5.1.2. The technical requirements of a standard specified in section 8 Alternative Standards as varied by section 7 Supplementary General Requirements.
5.1.3. UNECE R43 Uniform Provisions concerning Approval of Safety Glazing and Glazing Materials (as set out in 8.4 or 8.6.2) as varied by clause 7.3.
[6]Replace the entirety of section 6 with the following
6. EXEMPTIONS
The following provisions of Appendix A do not apply to this vehicle standard
Section 1 Scope
Section 3 Application for approval
Section 4 Markings
Section 5 Approval
Section 9 Modification or extension of approval of a type of safety glazing material
Section 10 Conformity of production
Section 11 Penalties for non-conformity of production
Section 12 Transitional provisions
Section 13 Production definitely discontinued
Section 14 Names and addresses of technical services responsible for conducting approval tests, and of administrative departments
Annex 1 Communication
Annex 1A Communication
Annex 2 Arrangement of approval marks for components
Annex 2A Arrangement of approval marks for vehicles
[7]Replace the entirety of section 7 with the following
7. SUPPLEMENTARY GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
7.1. The glazing material in the instrument panel, lamp lenses and motorcycle wind deflectors is not to be considered “glazing material” for the purpose of this vehicle standard. Guidance regarding motorcycle wind deflectors can be found in ANSI Z26.1 1996.
7.2. Any glazing material other than glass used in a road vehicle must comply with a standard listed in Part 8 which includes provisions expressly dealing with requirements for non-glass glazing material.
7.3. The glass used in the windscreen of all vehicles must be laminated safety glass.
7.4. Marking of Glass
7.4.1. All glass must carry the indelible mark or marks of the relevant standards, visible when the glass is fitted in the vehicle.
7.4.2. The mark or marks must identify the type of glass and the relevant standard to which the glass conforms.
7.5. Primary Vision Area
7.5.1. The primary vision area for windscreens shall be determined in accordance with 7.5.1.1, 7.5.1.2 or 7.5.1.3.
7.5.1.1. For windscreens of passenger cars, “Zone B” as specified in Annex 18 of ECE R 43 paragraph 2.3, and referenced in Annex 3 paragraph 9.1.2.2 (see Appendix A). For windscreens of other than passenger cars, “Zone I ” as specified in Annex 3 of ECE R 43 paragraph 9.2.5.2.3, and referenced in Annex 3 paragraph 9.1.2.2 (see Appendix A).
7.5.1.2. The area of the windscreen between a plane tangential to the top of the ‘95th Percentile Eye Ellipses’, inclined 10 degrees above the horizontal measured parallel to the longitudinal axis of the vehicle, to a plane tangential to the bottom of the ‘95th Percentile Eye Ellipses’, which includes a horizontal line at ground level transverse to the longitudinal axis of the vehicle and 11 m from the rearmost eye position on the ‘95th Percentile Eye Ellipses’, measured horizontally and parallel to the longitudinal axis of the vehicle and between a vertical plane tangential to the outboard of the ‘95th Percentile Eye Ellipses’ and inclined 15 degrees to the right, to a vertical plane tangential to the inboard of the ‘95th Percentile Eye Ellipses’ and inclined 56 degrees to the left.
7.5.1.3. It must be permissible to exclude from the primary vision area, any area of glass within 65 mm of the upper and lower edges of the glass and 90 mm of the side edges of the glass.
7.5.2. Optical Transmission
7.5.2.1. There must be not less than 75 per cent optical transmission in the primary vision area.
[8]Replace the entirety of section 8 with the following
8. ALTERNATIVE STANDARDS
8.1. Australian and New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 2080:1995 "Safety Glass for Land Vehicles"
8.2. Japanese Industrial Standard - JIS R 3211-1998 “Safety Glazing Materials for Road Vehicles”.
8.3. American National Standard - ANSI Z26.1-1996 - “Safety Code for Safety Glazing Materials for Glazing Motor Vehicles Operating on Land Highways”.
8.4. United Nations Economic Commission for Europe R-43/00 - “Uniform Provisions concerning Approval of Safety Glazing and Glazing Materials” second revision as in force 12 August 2004.
8.5. Other ‘Approved’ standard.
8.6. The following glazing standards may also be used. 1
8.6.1. Australian Standard AS 2080 -1983 -"Safety Glass for Land Vehicles" up to and including amendment No. 1.
8.6.2. Economic Commission for Europe R-43/00 - “Uniform Provisions concerning Approval of Safety Glazing and Glazing Materials” Revision 1 of 25 February 1988.
8.6.3. British Standards Institution - BS AU178:1980 “Road Vehicle Safety Glass”.
8.6.4. Japanese Industrial Standard - JIS R 3211-1992 “Safety Glasses for Road Vehicles”.
8.6.5. American National Standard - ANSI Z26.1-1980 - “Safety Code for Safety Glazing Materials for Glazing Motor Vehicles Operating on Land Highways”.
8.6.6. New Zealand Standard NZ 5443-1987.
1 Please be aware that these are older standards and consideration should be given to using more recent standards for new vehicles. These standards will be removed at a future date in consultation with industry.
SCHEDULE 2
[1]Insert the following as Appendix A
Appendix A
AGREEMENT
CONCERNING THE ADOPTION OF UNIFORM TECHNICAL PRESCRIPTIONS FOR WHEELED VEHICLES, EQUIPMENT AND PARTS WHICH CAN BE FITTED AND/OR BE USED ON WHEELED VEHICLES AND THE CONDITIONS FOR RECIPROCAL RECOGNITION OF APPROVALS GRANTED ON THE BASIS OF THESE PRESCRIPTIONS */
(Revision 2, including the amendments which entered into force on 16 October 1995)
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Addendum 42: Regulation No. 43
*/ Former title of the Agreement:
Revision 2
Incorporating all valid text up to:
Supplement 4 to the original version of the Regulation - Date of entry into force: 13 January 2000
Corrigendum 1 to Supplement 4 to the original version of the Regulation subject of Depositary Notification
C.N.450.2000.TREATIES-1 dated 29 June 2000
Corrigendum 2 to Supplement 4 to the original version of the Regulation subject of Depositary Notification
C.N.601.2000.TREATIES-1 dated 13 June 2002
Supplement 5 to the original version of the Regulation - Date of entry into force: 6 July 2000
Supplement 6 to the original version of the Regulation - Date of entry into force: 9 September 2001
Corrigendum 1 to Supplement 6 to the original version of the Regulation subject of Depositary Notification
C.N.112.2002.TREATIES-1 dated 8 February 2002
Corrigendum 1 to Revision 1 of the Regulation subject of Depositary Notification
C.N.600.2002.TREATIES-1 dated 13 June 2002 (Russian only)
Supplement 7 to the original version of the Regulation - Date of entry into force: 16 July 2003
Supplement 8 to the original version of the Regulation - Date of entry into force: 12 August 2004
UNIFORM PROVISIONS CONCERNING THE APPROVAL OF SAFETY GLAZING MATERIALS AND THEIR INSTALLATION ON VEHICLES
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UNITED NATIONS
Regulation No. 43
UNIFORM PROVISIONS CONCERNING THE APPROVAL OF SAFETY GLAZING MATERIALS AND THEIR INSTALLATION ON VEHICLES
CONTENTS
REGULATION Page
1. Scope..................................................................................................................................... 5
2. Definitions............................................................................................................................... 5
3. Application for approval.......................................................................................................... 8
4. Markings……………………………………………………………………………………10
5. Approval................................................................................................................................. 11
6. General requirements............................................................................................................... 15
7. Particular requirements............................................................................................................. 15
8. Tests....................................................................................................................................... 16
9. Modification or extension of approval
of a type of safety glazing material............................................................................................ 20
10. Conformity of production......................................................................................................... 21
11. Penalties for non-conformity of production............................................................................... 21
12. Transitional provisions 21
13. Production definitely discontinued............................................................................................. 22
14. Names and addresses of technical services responsible
for conducting approval tests, and of administrative
departments 22
ANNEXES
Annex 1 - Communication concerning approval (or extension or refusal or withdrawal of approval or production definitely discontinued) of a type of safety glazing material pursuant to Regulation No. 43
Annex 1A - Communication concerning approval (or extension or refusal or withdrawal of approval or production definitely discontinued) of a vehicle type with regard to its safety glazing
Annex 2 - Arrangements of approval marks for components
Annex 2A - Arrangements of approval marks for vehicles
CONTENTS (continued)
Annex 3 - General test conditions
Annex 4 - Toughened-glass windscreens
Annex 5 - Uniformly-toughened glass panes
Annex 6 - Ordinary laminated-glass windscreens
Annex 7 - Laminated-glass panes other than windscreens
Annex 8 - Treated laminated-glass windscreens
Annex 9 - Safety-glass panes faced with plastics material (on the inside)
Annex 10 - Glass-plastics windscreens
Annex 11 - Glass-plastics panes other than windscreens
Annex 12 - Double-glazed units
Annex 13 - Grouping of windscreens for approval testing
Annex 14 - Rigid plastic glazings other than windscreens
Annex 15 - Flexible plastic glazings other than windscreens
Annex 16 - Rigid plastic double-glazed unit
Annex 17 - Measurement of the heights of segment and position of the points of impact
Annex 18 - Procedures for determining test areas on windscreens of M1 category vehicles in relation to the "V" points
Annex 19 - Procedure for determining the "H" point and the actual torso angle for seating positions in motor vehicles
Annex 20 - Checks on conformity of production
Annex 21 - Provisions regarding the installation of safety glazing on vehicles
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1. SCOPE
1.1. This Regulation applies to safety glazing materials intended for installation as windscreens or other panes, or as partitioning, on power-driven vehicles and their trailers, and to the fitting thereof, to the exclusion, however, of glazing for lighting and light-signalling devices and instrument panels, and of special bullet-proof glazings.
This Regulation does not concern double windows.
2. DEFINITIONS
For the purpose of this Regulation:
2.1. "Toughened-glass pane" means a glass pane consisting of a single layer of glass which has been subjected to special treatment to increase its mechanical strength and to condition its fragmentation after shattering;
2.2. "Laminated-glass pane" means a glass pane consisting of two or more layers of glass held together by one or more interlayers of plastics material; it may be :
2.2.1. "ordinary", when none of the layers of glass of which it is composed has been treated; or
2.2.2. "treated", when at least one of the layers of glass of which it is composed has been specially treated to increase its mechanical strength and to condition its fragmentation after shattering;
2.3. "Safety-glass pane faced with plastics material" means a glass pane as defined in paragraphs 2.1. or 2.2. with a layer of plastics material on its inner face;
2.4. "Glass-plastics pane" means a pane of laminated glass having one layer of glass and one or more layers of plastics material, at least one of which acts as interlayer. The plastics layer(s) shall be on the inner face when the glazing is fitted on the vehicle;
2.5. "Plastic glazing" is a glazing material that contains as an essential ingredient one or more organic polymeric substances of large molecular weight, is solid in its finished state and, at some stage in its manufacture of processing into finished articles, can be shaped by flow;
2.5.1 "Rigid plastic glazing" means a plastic glazing material which does not deflect vertically more than 50 mm in the flexibility test (annex 3, paragraph 12.);
2.5.2. "Flexible plastic glazing" means a plastic glazing material which deflects vertically more than 50 mm in the flexibility test (annex 3, paragraph 12.).
2.6. "Double window" means an assembly of two glazing panes separately installed within the same opening of the vehicle;
2.7. "Double-glazed unit" means an assembly of two glazing panes permanently assembled in manufacture and separated by a uniform gap;
2.7.1. "Symmetrical double-glazing" means a double-glazed unit where the two component glazings are of the same type (toughened glass, laminated glass, rigid plastic) and have the same principal and/or secondary characteristics;
2.7.2. "Asymmetrical double-glazing" means a double-glazed unit where the two component glazings are of different type (toughened glass, laminated glass, rigid plastic) or have different principal and/or secondary characteristics;
2.8. "Principal characteristic" means a characteristic which appreciably modifies the optical and/or mechanical properties of a safety glazing material in a way not without significance to the function which it is intended to perform in a vehicle. The term also covers the trade names or marks as specified by the holder of the approval;
2.9. "Secondary characteristic" means a characteristic capable of modifying the optical and/or mechanical properties of a safety glazing material in a way which is of significance to the function which it is intended to perform in a vehicle. The extent of such modification is assessed in relation to the indices of difficulty.
2.10. The term "Indices of difficulty" covers a two-stage grading system applying to the variations observed in practice in each secondary characteristic. A change from index "1" to index "2" indicates the need for additional tests;
2.11. "Developed area of windscreen" means the minimum rectangular area of glass from which a windscreen can be manufactured;
2.12. "Inclination angle of a windscreen" means the angle included between on the one hand a vertical line and on the other hand a straight line passing through the top and bottom edges of the windscreen, both lines being contained in a vertical plane containing the longitudinal axis of the vehicle;
2.12.1. Measurement of the inclination angle shall be performed on a vehicle standing on level ground, and in the case of a passenger-transport vehicle the vehicle shall be in running order, shall be fully charged with fuel coolant and lubricant, and shall be equipped with tools and the spare wheel or wheels (if they are provided as standard equipment by the vehicle manufacturer); allowance shall be made for the mass of the driver, and also, in the case of a passenger-transport vehicle, for that of one front-seat passenger, the mass of the driver and that of the passenger each being deemed to be 75 " 1 kg;
2.12.2. Vehicles equipped with hydropneumatic, hydraulic or pneumatic suspension or with a device for automatic adjustment of ground clearance according to load shall be tested in the normal running conditions specified by the manufacturer;
2.13. "Group of windscreens" means a group comprising windscreens of differing sizes and shapes subjected to an examination of their mechanical properties, their mode of fragmentation and their behaviour in environmental-aggression resistance tests;
2.13.1. "Flat windscreen" means a windscreen exhibiting no normal curvature resulting in a height of segment greater than 10 mm per linear metre;
2.13.2. "Curved windscreen" means a windscreen exhibiting a normal curvature resulting in a height of segment greater than 10 mm per linear metre.
2.14. "Height of segment 'h'" means the maximum distance, measured at right angles approximately to the glass pane, separating the inner surface of the pane from a plane passing through the ends of the pane (see annex 17, figure 1);
2.15. "Type of safety glazing material" means a glazing as defined in paragraphs 2.1. to 2.7. not exhibiting any essential differences, with respect, in particular, to the principal and secondary characteristics defined in annexes 4 to 12 and 14 to 16;
2.15.1. Although a change in the principal characteristics implies that the product is of a new type, it is recognised that in certain cases a change in shape and dimension does not necessarily require a complete set of tests to be carried out. For certain of the tests prescribed in the individual annexes, glazings may be grouped if it is evident that they have similar principal characteristics;
2.15.2. Types of glazing exhibiting differences only as regards their secondary characteristics may be deemed to be of the same type; certain tests may however be carried out on samples of such glazings if the performance of those tests is explicitly stipulated in the test condition.
2.16. "Curvature 'r'" means the approximate value of the smallest radius of arc of the windscreen as measured in the most curved area.
2.17. "HIC" (Head Injury Criteria) value means a value for the characteristics of skull-brain injury arising from the deceleration forces which result from a blunt perpendicular impact with the glazing.
2.18. "Safety glazing material requisite for driver visibility"
2.18.1. "Safety glazing material requisite for the driver's forward field of vision" means all the glazing situated in front of a plane passing through the driver's R point and perpendicular to the longitudinal median plane of the vehicle through which the driver can view the road when driving or manoeuvring the vehicle.
2.18.2. "Safety glazing material requisite for the driver's rearward vision" means all glazing situated behind a plane passing through the driver's R point perpendicular to the longitudinal median plane of the vehicle through which the driver can view the road when driving or manoeuvring the vehicle.
2.19. "Opaque obscuration" means any area of the glazing preventing light transmission.
2.20. "Shade band" means any area of the glazing with a reduced regular transmittance.
2.21. "Transparent area" means the whole glazing area, excluding any opaque obscuration and any shade band.
2.22. "Daylight opening" means the whole glazing area, excluding any opaque obscuration but including any shade band.
2.23. "Interlayer" means any material used to hold together the component layers of laminated glazing.
2.24. "Type of vehicle", as regards the installation of safety glazing, means vehicles belonging to the same category which do not differ in at least the following essential respects:
The manufacturer;
The manufacturer's type designation;
Essential aspects of construction and design.
2.25. "Seat back angle" means the design torso angle as defined in annex 19 of this Regulation.
3. APPLICATION FOR APPROVAL
3.1. Approval for a type of glazing
The application for approval of a type of glazing shall be submitted by the manufacturer or by his duly accredited representative in the country where the application is made.
3.2. For each type of glazing the application shall be accompanied by the undermentioned documents in triplicate and by the following particulars:
3.2.1. A technical description comprising all principal and secondary characteristics, and
3.2.1.1. In the case of glazings other than windscreens, diagrams in a format not exceeding A4 or folded to that format showing:
the maximum area,
the smallest angle between two adjacent sides of the piece,
the greatest height of segment, where applicable.
3.2.1.2. in the case of windscreens,
3.2.1.2.1. a list of the models of windscreens for which approval is sought, specifying the name of the vehicle manufacturer and the type and category of the vehicle.
3.2.1.2.2. drawings on a scale 1:1 for M1 category and 1:1 or 1:10 for all other categories, and diagrams of the windscreen and its positioning in the vehicle in sufficient detail to show:
3.2.1.2.2.1. the position of the windscreen relative to the R point of the driver's seat, where applicable,
3.2.1.2.2.2. the inclination angle of the windscreen,
3.2.1.2.2.3. the inclination angle of the seat-back,
3.2.1.2.2.4. the position and size of the zones in which the optical qualities are verified and, where appropriate, the area subjected to differential toughening,
3.2.1.2.2.5. the developed area of the windscreen,
3.2.1.2.2.6. the maximum height of segment of the windscreen,
3.2.1.2.2.7. the minimum radius curvature of the windscreen (for windscreen-grouping purposes only).
3.2.1.3. In the case of double-glazed units, diagrams in a format not exceeding A4 or folded to that format, showing, in addition to the information referred to in paragraph 3.2.1.1.:
the type of each component pane,
the type of sealing,
the nominal width of the gap between the two panes.
3.3. In addition, the applicant for approval shall submit a sufficient number of test pieces and samples of the finished pieces of the models considered, the number being if necessary determined by agreement with the technical service responsible for conducting the tests.
3.4. Approval for a type of vehicle
The application for approval of a vehicle type with regard to the installation of its safety glazing shall be submitted by the vehicle manufacturer or by his duly accredited representative.
3.5. It shall be accompanied by the under mentioned documents in triplicate and the following particulars:
3.5.1. Drawings of the vehicle on an appropriate scale showing:
3.5.1.1. The position of the windscreen relative to the R point of the vehicle,
3.5.1.2. The inclination angle of the windscreen,
3.5.1.3. The inclination angle of the seat back;
3.5.2. Technical details concerning the windscreen and all other glazings, in particular:
3.5.2.1. The materials used,
3.5.2.2. Approval numbers,
3.5.2.3. Any additional markings, as described in paragraph 5.5.
3.6. A vehicle representative of the vehicle type to be approved shall be submitted to the technical service responsible for conducting the approval tests.
4. MARKINGS
4.1. Every piece of safety glazing material, including the samples and test pieces submitted for approval, shall bear a trade name or mark as listed under item 3 of annex 1. Manufactured parts must bear the ECE Regulation No. 43 number allocated to the prime manufacturer. The marking shall be clearly legible and indelible.
5. APPROVAL
5.1. Approval for a type of glazing
If the samples submitted for approval meet the requirements of paragraphs 6. to 8. of this Regulation, approval of the pertinent type of safety glazing material shall be granted.
5.2. An approval number shall be assigned to each type as defined in annexes 5, 7, 11, 12, 14, 15 and 16 or, in the case of windscreens, to each group approved. Its first two digits (at present 00 for the Regulation in its original form) shall indicate the series of amendments incorporating the most recent major technical amendments made to the Regulation at the time of issue of the approval. The same Contracting Party may not assign the same number to another type or group of safety glazing material.
5.3. Notice of approval or extension of approval or refusal of approval of a type of safety glazing material pursuant to this Regulation shall be communicated to the Parties to the Agreement applying this Regulation, by means of a form conforming to the model in annex 1 - and its appendices - to this Regulation.
5.3.1. In the case of windscreens, the notice of approval shall be accompanied by a document listing every windscreen model in the approved group, together with the characteristics of the group pursuant to annex 1, appendix 8.
5.4. There shall be affixed conspicuously to every piece of glazing and double-glazed unit conforming to a type approved under this Regulation, in addition to the marking prescribed in paragraph 4.1., an international approval mark. Any specific approval mark assigned to each pane forming a double-glazed unit may also be affixed. This approval mark shall consist of:
5.4.1. a circle surrounding the letter "E" followed by the distinguishing number of the country which has granted approval [1]/;
[1]/ 1 for Germany, 2 for France, 3 for Italy, 4 for the Netherlands, 5 for Sweden, 6 for Belgium, 7 for Hungary, 8 for the Czech Republic, 9 for Spain, 10 for Serbia and Montenegro, 11 for the United Kingdom, 12 for Austria, 13 for Luxembourg, 14 for Switzerland, 15 (vacant), 16 for Norway, 17 for Finland, 18 for Denmark, 19 for Romania, 20 for Poland, 21 for Portugal, 22 for the Russian Federation, 23 for Greece, 24 for Ireland, 25 for Croatia, 26 for Slovenia, 27 for Slovakia, 28 for Belarus, 29 for Estonia, 30 (vacant), 31 for Bosnia and Herzegovina, 32 for Latvia, 33 (vacant), 34 for Bulgaria, 35 (vacant), 36 for Lithuania, 37 for Turkey, 38 (vacant), 39 for Azerbaijan, 40 for The former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, 41 (vacant), 42 for the European Community (Approvals are granted by its Member States using their respective ECE symbol), 43 for Japan, 44 (vacant), 45 for Australia, 46 for Ukraine, 47 for South Africa and 48 for New Zealand. Subsequent numbers shall be assigned to other countries in the chronological order in which they ratify or accede to the Agreement Concerning the Adoption of Uniform Technical Prescriptions for Wheeled Vehicles, Equipment and Parts which can be Fitted and/or be Used on Wheeled Vehicles and the Conditions for Reciprocal Recognition of Approvals Granted on the Basis of these Prescriptions, and the numbers thus assigned shall be communicated by the Secretary-General of the United Nations to the Contracting Parties to the Agreement.
5.4.2. the number of this Regulation, followed by the letter "R", a dash and the approval number to the right of the circle prescribed in paragraph 5.4.1.
5.5. The following additional symbols shall be affixed near the above approval mark:
5.5.1. in the case of a windscreen :
I for toughened glass (I/P if faced) [2]/
[2]/ As defined in paragraph 2.3.
II for ordinary laminated glass (II/P if faced) 2/
III for treated laminated glass (III/P if faced) 2/
IV for glass-plastics glazing.
5.5.2. V in the case of safety glazing having a regular light transmittance less than 70 per cent.
5.5.3. VI in the case of double-glazed unit
5.5.4. VII in the case of uniformly-toughened glass panes which can be used as windscreens for slow-moving vehicles which, by construction, cannot exceed 40 km/h.
5.5.5. VIII In the case of rigid plastic glazing. In addition the appropriate application will be signified by:
/A for forward facing panels
/B for side, rear and roof glazing
/C in locations where there is little or no chance of head impact
In addition, for plastic glazing which has been submitted to the abrasion resistance tests described in annex 3, paragraph 4, the following markings shall also be applied as appropriate:
/L for panes with a light scatter not exceeding 2 per cent after 1,000 cycles on the outer surface and 4 per cent after 100 cycles on the inner surface (see annexes 14 and 16, paragraph 6.1.3.1.)
/M for panes with a light scatter not exceeding 10 per cent after 500 cycles on the outer surface and 4 per cent after 100 cycles on the inner surface (see annexes 14 and 16, paragraph 6.1.3.2.)
5.5.6. IX in the case of flexible-plastic glazing
5.5.7. X in the case of a rigid plastic double-glazed unit. In addition, the appropriate application will be signified by:
/A for forward facing panels
/B for side, rear and roof glazings
/C in locations where there is little or no chance of head impact
For plastic glazing which has been submitted to the abrasion resistance test described in annex 3, paragraph 4., the following markings shall also be applied as appropriate:
/L for panes with a light scatter not exceeding 2 per cent after 1,000 cycles on the outer surface and 4 per cent after 100 cycles on the inner surface (see annex 6, paragraph 6.1.3.1.)
/M for panes with a light scatter not exceeding 10 per cent after 500 cycles on the outer surface and 4 per cent after 100 cycles on the inner surface (see annex 16, paragraph 6.1.3.2.).
5.6. The approval mark and symbol shall be clearly legible and be indelible. Additional symbols must be combined within the approval marking.
5.7. Annex 2 to this Regulation gives examples of arrangements of approval marks.
5.8. Approval for a type of vehicle
If the vehicle submitted for approval pursuant to this Regulation meets the requirements of annex 21 to this Regulation, approval of that vehicle type shall be granted.
5.9. An approval number shall be assigned to each type approved. Its first two digits (at present 00 for the Regulation in its original form) shall indicate the series of amendments incorporating the most recent major technical amendments made to the Regulation at the time of issue of the approval. The same Contracting Party shall not assign the same number to another vehicle type as defined in paragraph 2.24. above.
5.10. Notice of approval or of extension or refusal or withdrawal of approval or production definitely discontinued of a vehicle type pursuant to this Regulation shall be communicated to the Parties to the 1958 Agreement which apply this Regulation by means of a form conforming to the model in annex 1A to this Regulation.
5.11. There shall be affixed, conspicuously and in a readily accessible place specified on the approval form, to every vehicle conforming to a vehicle type approved under this Regulation an international approval mark consisting of:
5.11.1. a circle surrounding the letter "E" followed by the distinguishing number of the country which has granted approval [3]/;
[3]/ See footnote 1/ of para. 5.4.1.
5.11.2. the number of this Regulation, followed by the letter R, a dash and the approval number to the right of the circle prescribed in paragraph 5.11.1.
5.12. If the vehicle conforms to a vehicle type approved, under one or more other Regulations annexed to the Agreement, in the country which has granted approval under this Regulation, the symbol prescribed in paragraph 5.11.1. need not be repeated; in such a case the additional numbers and symbols of all the Regulations under which approval has been granted in the country which has granted approval under this Regulation shall be placed in vertical columns to the right of the symbol prescribed in paragraph 5.11.1.
5.13. The approval mark shall be clearly legible and be indelible.
5.14. The approval mark shall be placed close to or on the vehicle data plate affixed by the manufacturer.
5.15. Annex 2A to this Regulation gives examples of arrangements of approval marks.
6. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
6.1. All glazing materials, including glazing material for the manufacture of windscreens, shall be such that, in the event of shattering, the danger of bodily injury is reduced as far as possible. The glazing material shall be sufficiently resistant to the incidents likely to occur in normal traffic, and to atmospheric and temperature conditions, chemical action, combustion and abrasion.
6.2. Safety glazing materials shall in addition be sufficiently transparent, shall not cause any noticeable distortions of objects as seen through the windscreen, and shall not give rise to any confusion between the colours used in road-traffic signs and signals. In the event of the windscreen's shattering, the driver must still be able to see the road clearly enough to be able to brake and stop his vehicle safely.
7. PARTICULAR REQUIREMENTS
All types of safety glazing shall, depending on the category to which they belong, comply with the following particular requirements:
7.1. as regards toughened-glass windscreens, the requirements contained in annex 4;
7.2. as regards uniformly-toughened glass panes, the requirements contained in annex 5;
7.3. as regards ordinary laminated-glass windscreens, the requirements contained in annex 6;
7.4. as regards ordinary laminated-glass panes other than windscreens, the requirements contained in annex 7;
7.5. as regards treated laminated-glass windscreens, the requirements contained in annex 8;
7.6. as regards safety-glass panes faced with plastics material, in addition to the relevant requirements listed above, the requirements contained in annex 9;
7.7. as regards glass-plastics windscreens, the requirements contained in annex 10;
7.8. as regards glass-plastics panes other than windscreens, the requirements contained in annex 11;
7.9. as regards double-glazed units, the requirements contained in annex 12.
7.10. as regards rigid plastic glazings, the requirements contained in annex 14.
7.11. as regards flexible plastic glazings, the requirements contained in annex 15.
7.12. as regards rigid plastic double-glazed units, the requirements contained in annex 16.
8. TESTS
8.1. The following tests are prescribed in this Regulation:
8.1.1. Fragmentation test
The purpose of this test is:
8.1.1.1. to verify that the fragments and splinters produced by fracture of the glass pane are such as to minimize the risk of injury, and
8.1.1.2. in the case of windscreens, to check residual visibility after shattering.
8.1.2. Mechanical strength test
8.1.2.1. Ball-impact test
There are two forms of tests, one using a 227 g ball and one using a 2,260 g ball.
8.1.2.1.1. - 227 g ball test: The purpose of this test is to assess the adhesion of the interlayer of laminated glass and the mechanical strength of uniformly-toughened glass and plastic glazings.
8.1.2.1.2. - 2,260 g ball test: The purpose of this test is to assess ball-penetration resistance of laminated glass.
8.1.2.2. Headform test
The purpose of this test is to verify the compliance of glazing with the requirements relating to the limitation of injury in the event of impact of the head against the windscreen, laminated glass and panes of glass-plastic and rigid plastic other than windscreens, together with the double-glazed units used in the side windows.
8.1.3. Test of resistance to the environment
8.1.3.1. Test of resistance to abrasion
The purpose of this test is to determine whether the resistance of a safety glazing to abrasion exceeds a specified value.
8.1.3.2. Test of resistance to high temperature
The purpose of this test is to verify that no bubbles or other defects occur in the interlayer in laminated glass or glass-plastics glazing when exposed to high temperatures over an extended period of time.
8.1.3.3. Resistance-to-radiation test
The purpose of this test is to determine whether the light transmittance of laminated-glass panes, glass-plastics panes or glass panes faced with plastics material when exposed to radiation over an extended period of time is significantly reduced thereby or whether the glazing is significantly discoloured.
8.1.3.4. Resistance-to-humidity test
The purpose of this test is to determine whether laminated-glass panes, glass-plastic panes, glass panes faced with plastic material and rigid plastic material will withstand, without significant deterioration, the effects of prolonged exposure to atmospheric humidity.
8.1.3.5. Resistance-to-temperature-changes test
The purpose of this test is to check that plastics material(s) used in safety glazing as defined in paragraphs 2.3. and 2.4. above will withstand the effects of prolonged exposure to extremes of temperature without significant deterioration.
8.1.3.6. Resistance to simulated weathering test
The purpose of this test is to verify that plastic safety glazing is resistant to simulated weathering conditions.
8.1.3.7. Cross cut test
The purpose of this test is to examine whether any abrasive resistant coating of a rigid plastic glazing has sufficient adherence.
8.1.4. Optical qualities
8.1.4.1. Light-transmission test
The purpose of this test is to determine whether the regular transmittance of safety glazing exceeds a specified value.
8.1.4.2. Optical-distortion test
The purpose of this test is to verify that the distortion of objects as seen through the windscreen is not of such extent as to be likely to confuse the driver.
8.1.4.3. Secondary-image-separation test
The purpose of this test is to verify that the angular separation of the secondary image from the primary image does not exceed a specified value.
8.1.4.4. Identification-of-colours test
The purpose of this test is to verify that there is no risk of confusion of colours as seen through a windscreen.
8.1.5. Burning-behaviour (fire-resistance) test
The purpose of this test is to verify that a safety glazing material as defined in paragraphs 2.3., 2.4. and 2.5. above has a sufficiently low burn rate.
8.1.6. Test of resistance to chemicals
The purpose of this test is to determine whether the safety glazing material as defined in paragraphs 2.3., 2.4. and 2.5. above will withstand the effects of exposure to chemicals likely to be normally present or used within the vehicle (e.g. cleaning compounds) without significant deterioration.
8.1.7. Flexibility and fold test
The purpose of this test is to determine whether a plastic glazing material falls within the rigid or flexible category.
8.2. Tests prescribed for glazing materials of the categories defined in paragraphs 2.1. to 2.5. of this Regulation
8.2.1. Safety glazing materials shall be subjected to the tests listed in the following tables: 8.2.1.1. and 8.2.1.2.
8.2.1.1. Safety glass panels shall be subjected to the tests listed in the following table:
Tests Windscreen Glass panes other than windscreens Toughened glass Ordinary laminated glass Treated laminated glass Glass-plastics Toughened glass Laminated glass Glass-plastics I I-P II II-P III III-P IV Fragmentation: A4/2 A4/2 - - A8/4 A8/4 - A5/2 - - Mechanical strength - 227 g ball - - A6/4.3 A6/4.3 A6/4.3 A6/4.3 A6/4.3 A5/3.1 A7/4 A7/4 - 2 260 g ball - - A6/4.2 A6/4.2 A6/4.2 A6/4.2 A6/4.2 - - - Head form
test 1/A4/3 A4/3 A6/3 A6/3 A6/3 A6/3 A10/3 - A7/3 A11/3 Abrasion Outer face - - A6/5.1 A6/5.1 A6/5.1 A6/5.1 A6/5.1 - A6/5.1 A6/5.1 Inner face - A9/2 - A9/2 - A9/2 A9/2 A9/2 2/ A9/2 2/ A9/2 High temperature - - A3/5 A3/5 A3/5 A3/5 A3/5 - A3/5 A3/5 Radiation - A3/6 A3/6 A3/6 A3/6 A3/6 A3/6 - A3/6 A3/6 Humidity - A3/7 A3/7 A3/7 A3/7 A3/7 A3/7 A3/7 2/ A3/7 A3/7 Light transmission A3/9.1 A3/9.1 A3/9.1 A3/9.1 A3/9.1 A3/9.1 A3/9.1 A3/9.1 A3/9.1 A3/9.1 Optional distortion A3/9.2 A3/9.2 A3/9.2 A3/9.2 A3/9.2 A3/9.2 A3/9.2 A3/9.2 3/ - - Secondary image A3/9.3 A3/9.3 A3/9.3 A3/9.3 A3/9.3 A3/9.3 A3/9.3 A3/9.3 3/ - - Identification of colours A3/9.4 A3/9.4 A3/9.4 A3/9.4 A3/9.4 A3/9.4 A3/9.4 - - - Resistance to temperature changes - A3/8 - A3/8 - A3/8 A3/8 A3/8 2/ A3/8 2/ A3/8 Fire resistance - A3/10 - A3/10 - A3/10 A3/10 A3/10 2/ A3/10 2/ A3/10 Resistance to chemicals - A3/11.2.1 - A3/11.2.1 - A3/11.2.1 A3/11.2.1 A3/11.2.1 2/ A3/11.2.1 2/ A3/11.2.1 1/ Furthermore this test shall be carried out on double-glazed units pursuant to annex 12, paragraph 3 (A12/3).
2/ If coated on the inner side with plastics material.
3/ This test shall only be carried out on uniformly-toughened glass-panes to be used as windscreens of slow-moving vehicles which, by construction, cannot exceed 40 km/h.
8.2.1.2. Plastic glazing materials shall be subjected to the tests listed in the following table:
Plastics other than windscreens Rigid plastics
Double glazing
Test Motorised
vehiclesTrailers and
unoccupied
vehiclesMotorised
vehiclesTrailers and
unoccupied
vehiclesFlexible
plasticsFlexibility
A3/12
A3/12
A3/12
A3/12
A3/12
227 g ball
A14/5
A14/5
A16/5
A16/5
A15/4
Headform 1/
A14/4
-
A16/4
-
-
Light transmission 2/
A3/9.1
-
A3/9.1
-
A3/9.1
Fire resistance
A3/10
A3/10
A3/10
A3/10
A3/10
Chemical resistance
A3/11
A3/11
A3/11
A3/11
A3/11.2.1
Abrasion
A14/6.1
-
A16/6.1
-
-
Weathering
A3/6.4
A3/6.4
A3/6.4
A3/6.4
A3/6.4
Humidity
A14/6.4
A14/6.4
A16/6.4
A16/6.4
-
Cross-cut 2/
A3/13
-
A3/13
-
-
1/ Test requirements are dependant on the location of the glazing within the vehicle.
2/ Applies only if the glazing is to be used in a location requisite for driving visibility.
8.2.2. A safety glazing material shall be approved if it meets all the requirements prescribed in the relevant provisions referred to in the tables: 8.2.1.1 and 8.2.1.2.
9. MODIFICATION OR EXTENSION OF APPROVAL OF A TYPE OF SAFETY GLAZING MATERIAL
9.1. Every modification of a type of safety glazing material, or in the case of windscreens every addition of a windscreen to a group, shall be notified to the administrative department which approved the type of safety glazing material. The department may then either:
9.1.1. consider that the modifications made are unlikely to have an appreciable adverse effect and, in the case of windscreens, that the new type comes within the approved group of windscreens, and that in any case the safety glazing material still complies with the requirements; or
9.1.2. require a further test report from the technical service responsible for conducting the tests.
9.2. Communication
9.2.1. Confirmation or refusal of approval (or extension of approval) shall be communicated by the procedure specified in paragraph 5.3. above to the Parties to the Agreement applying this Regulation.
9.2.2. The competent authority which has granted an extension of approval shall enter a serial number on each communication of extension.
10. CONFORMITY OF PRODUCTION
10.1. The conformity of production procedures shall comply with those set out in the Agreement, appendix 2 (E/ECE/324-E/ECE/TRANS/505/Rev.2), with the following requirements:
10.2. Special provisions
The checks referred to in paragraph 2.2. of appendix 2 of the Agreement shall include compliance with the requirements of annex 20 to this Regulation.
10.3. The normal frequency of inspection as referred to in paragraph 2.4. of appendix 2 of the Agreement shall be one per year.
11. PENALTIES FOR NON-CONFORMITY OF PRODUCTION
11.1. The approval granted in respect of a type of safety glazing material pursuant to this Regulation may be withdrawn if the requirement laid down in paragraph 10.1. above is not complied with.
11.2. If a Party to the Agreement which applies this Regulation withdraws an approval it had previously granted, it shall forthwith so notify the other Contracting Parties applying this Regulation thereof by means of a copy of a communication form conforming to the model in annex 1 to this Regulation.
12. TRANSITIONAL PROVISIONS
12.1. As from the date of entry into force of Supplement 8 to this Regulation in its original form, no Contracting Party applying this Regulation shall refuse an application for approval under this Regulation as amended by Supplement 8 to the Regulation in its original form.
12.2. As from 24 months after the official date of the entry into force of Supplement 8, the Contracting Parties applying this Regulation may refuse to recognize the approval of safety glazing not bearing the symbols prescribed in paragraph 5.5. of this Regulation.
13. PRODUCTION DEFINITELY DISCONTINUED
If the holder of the approval completely ceases to manufacture a type of safety glazing material approved in accordance with this Regulation, he shall so inform the authority which granted the approval. Upon receiving the relevant communication, that authority shall inform thereof the other Parties to the Agreement which apply this Regulation by means of a copy of a communication form conforming to the model in annex 1 to this Regulation.
14. NAMES AND ADDRESSES OF TECHNICAL SERVICES RESPONSIBLE FOR CONDUCTING APPROVAL TESTS, AND OF ADMINISTRATIVE DEPARTMENTS
The Parties to the Agreement which apply this Regulation shall communicate to the United Nations Secretariat the names and addresses of the technical services responsible for conducting approval tests and of the administrative departments which grant approval and to which forms certifying approval or extension or refusal or withdrawal of approval, issued in other countries, are to be sent.
15. The technical services responsible for conducting approval tests shall comply with the harmonized standards concerning the operation of testing laboratories (ISO/CEI Guide 25). In addition they should be designated by the approval authority for which they carry out the approval tests.
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Annex 1
COMMUNICATION
(Maximum format: A4 (210 x 297 mm))
issued by : Name of administration:
......................................
......................................
......................................
concerning: 2/ APPROVAL GRANTED
APPROVAL EXTENDED
APPROVAL REFUSED
APPROVAL WITHDRAWN
PRODUCTION DEFINITELY DISCONTINUED
of a type of safety glazing material pursuant to Regulation No. 43.
Approval No.................................................................. Extension No.............................................
1. Class of safety glazing material:............................................................................................
2.Description of the type of glazing: please refer to appendices 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8,
and 9 2/, and in the case of windscreens, the list conforming to appendix 10.
3. Trade names or marks.........................................................................................................
4. Manufacturer's name and address........................................................................................
5. If applicable, name and address of manufacturer's representative..........................................
6. Submitted for approval on:...................................................................................................
7. Technical service responsible for conducting approval tests:..................................................
8. Date of report issued by that service:....................................................................................
9. Number of report issued by that service:..............................................................................
10. Approval is granted/refused/extended/withdrawn 2/..............................................................
11. Reason(s) for extension of approval:....................................................................................
12. Remarks:.............................................................................................................................
13. Place...................................................................................................................................
14. Date....................................................................................................................................
15. Signature.............................................................................................................................
16. The list of documents filed with the administrative service which has granted approval and available on request is annexed to this communication.
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1/ Distinguishing number of the country which has granted/extended/refused/withdrawn approval (see approval provisions in the Regulation).
2/ Strike out what does not apply.
Annex 1 - Appendix 1
TOUGHENED-GLASS WINDSCREENS
(Principal and secondary characteristics as defined in
annex 4 or annex 9 to Regulation No. 43)
Approval No.:................... Extension No.:.................
Principal characteristics:
Shape category: ........................................................................................................................
Thickness category: ..................................................................................................................
Nominal thickness of the windscreen: ........................................................................................
Nature and type of plastics coating(s): .......................................................................................
Nominal thickness of plastics coating(s): ....................................................................................
Secondary characteristics :
Nature of the material (plate, float, sheet glass): .........................................................................
Colouring of glass: ....................................................................................................................
Colouring of plastics coating(s): .................................................................................................
Conductors incorporated (yes/no): ............................................................................................
Opaque obscuration incorporated (yes/no): ...............................................................................
Remarks
_____________________________________________________________________________
Documents attached: list of windscreens (see appendix 10)
Annex 1 - Appendix 2
UNIFORMLY-TOUGHENED GLASS PANES
(Principal and secondary characteristics as defined in
annex 5 or annex 9 to Regulation No. 43)
Approval No.: .............. Extension No.: ................
Principal characteristics :
Other than windscreens (yes/no): ...............................................................................................
Windscreen(s) for slow moving vehicles: ....................................................................................
Shape category: ........................................................................................................................
Nature of toughening process: ...................................................................................................
Thickness category: ..................................................................................................................
Nature and type of plastics coating(s): .......................................................................................
Nominal thickness of plastic coating(s): ......................................................................................
Secondary characteristics :
Nature of the material (plate, float, sheet glass): .........................................................................
Colouring of glass: ....................................................................................................................
Colouring of plastics coating(s): .................................................................................................
Conductors incorporated (yes/no): ............................................................................................
Opaque obscuration incorporated (yes/no): ...............................................................................
Approved criteria :
Greatest area (flat glass): ...........................................................................................................
Smallest angle: ..........................................................................................................................
Greatest developed area (curved glass):......................................................................................
Greatest height of segment:..........................................................................................................
Remarks
_____________________________________________________________________________
Documents attached : list of windscreens (if applicable) (see appendix 10)
Annex 1 - Appendix 3
LAMINATED-GLASS WINDSCREENS
(Principal and secondary characteristics as defined
in annexes 6, 8 or 9 to Regulation No. 43)
Approval No.: ................... Extension No.: ..............
Principal characteristics :
Number of layers of glass: .........................................................................................................
Number of layers of interlayer: ..................................................................................................
Nominal thickness of the windscreen: ........................................................................................
Nominal thickness of interlayer(s): .............................................................................................
Special treatment of glass: .........................................................................................................
Nature and type of interlayer(s): ................................................................................................
Nature and type of plastics coating(s): .......................................................................................
Nominal thickness of plastic coating(s): ......................................................................................
Colouring of interlayer (total/partial): ..........................................................................................
Secondary characteristics :
Nature of the material (plate, float, sheet glass): .........................................................................
Colouring of glass (colourless/tinted): .........................................................................................
Colouring of plastics coating(s): .................................................................................................
Conductors incorporated (yes/no): ............................................................................................
Opaque obscuration incorporated (yes/no): ...............................................................................
Remarks
_____________________________________________________________________________
Documents attached : list of windscreens (see appendix 10).
Annex 1 - Appendix 4
LAMINATED-GLASS PANES OTHER THAN WINDSCREENS
(Principal and secondary characteristics as defined
in annex 7 or annex 9 to Regulation No. 43)
Approval No.: .................... Extension No.: ...................
Principal characteristics :
Number of layers of glass: .........................................................................................................
Number of layers of interlayer: ..................................................................................................
Thickness category: ..................................................................................................................
Nominal thickness of interlayer(s): .............................................................................................
Special treatment of glass: .........................................................................................................
Nature and type of interlayer(s): ................................................................................................
Nature and type of plastics coating(s): .......................................................................................
Nominal thickness of plastics coating(s): ....................................................................................
Secondary characteristics :
Nature of the material (plate, float, sheet glass): .........................................................................
Colouring of interlayer (total/partial): ..........................................................................................
Colouring of glass: ....................................................................................................................
Colouring of plastics coating(s): .................................................................................................
Conductors incorporated (yes/no): ............................................................................................
Opaque obscuration incorporated (yes/no): ...............................................................................
Remarks
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Annex 1 - Appendix 5
GLASS-PLASTICS WINDSCREENS
(Principal and secondary characteristics as defined
in annex 10 to Regulation No. 43)
Approval No.: ............. Extension No.: .............
Principal characteristics :
Shape category: ........................................................................................................................
Number of layers of plastics: .....................................................................................................
Normal thickness of glass: .........................................................................................................
Treatment of the glass (yes/no): .................................................................................................
Nominal thickness of the windscreen: ........................................................................................
Nominal thickness of the layer(s)
of plastics acting as interlayer: ....................................................................................................Nature and type of layer(s) of plastics
acting as interlayer: ....................................................................................................................Nature and type of the outer layer of plastics: ............................................................................
Secondary characteristics :
Nature of the material (plate, float, sheet glass): .........................................................................
Colouring of glass: ....................................................................................................................
Colouring of the layer(s) of plastics (total/partial): .......................................................................
Conductors incorporated (yes/no): ............................................................................................
Opaque obscuration incorporated (yes/no): ...............................................................................
Remarks
_____________________________________________________________________________
Documents attached : list of windscreens (see appendix 10)
Annex 1 - Appendix 6
GLASS-PLASTICS PANES OTHER THAN WINDSCREENS
(Principal and secondary characteristics as defined
in annex 11 to Regulation No. 43)
Approval No.: ................. Extension No.: ................
Principal characteristics :
Number of layers of plastics: .....................................................................................................
Thickness of the glass component: .............................................................................................
Treatment of the glass component (yes/no): ...............................................................................
Nominal thickness of the pane: ..................................................................................................
Nominal thickness of the layer(s) of
plastics acting as interlayer: ........................................................................................................Nature and type of layer(s) of plastics
acting as interlayer: ....................................................................................................................Nature and type of the outer layer of plastics: ............................................................................
Secondary characteristics :
Nature of the material (plate, float, sheet glass): .........................................................................
Colouring of glass (colourless/tinted): .........................................................................................
Colouring of the layer(s) of plastics (total/partial): .......................................................................
Conductors incorporated (yes/no): ............................................................................................
Opaque obscuration incorporated (yes/no): ...............................................................................
Remarks
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Annex 1 - Appendix 7
DOUBLE GLAZED UNITS
(Principal and secondary characteristics as defined in
annex 12 or annex 16 to Regulation No. 43)
Approval No.: .................................................................... Extension No.: ...................................
Principal characteristics:
Composition of double-glazed units
(symmetrical/asymmetrical): ............................................................................................................Nominal thickness of the gap: .........................................................................................................
Method of assembly: ......................................................................................................................
Type of each glazing component as defined
in annexes 5, 7, 9, 11 or 14: ...........................................................................................................Documents attached:
One form for the two panes of a symmetrical double-glazed unit in accordance with the annex under which the panes have been tested or approved.
One form for each pane of an asymmetrical double-glazed unit in accordance with the annexes under which these panes have been tested or approved.
Remarks
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Annex 1 - Appendix 8
RIGID PLASTICS PANES OTHER THAN WINDSCREENS
(Principal and secondary characteristics in
accordance with annex 14)
Approval No.:.......................................................................... Extension No.:.................................
Principal characteristics:
Chemical designation of the material: ..................................................................................................
The classification of the material by the manufacturer:............................................................................
Process of manufacture:.......................................................................................................................
Shape and dimensions:.........................................................................................................................
Nominal thickness:...............................................................................................................................
Colouring of the rigid plastic material:...................................................................................................
Nature and type of surface coating:......................................................................................................
Secondary characteristics
Conductors incorporated (yes/no):.......................................................................................................
Remarks
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Annex 1 - Appendix 9
PANES OF FLEXIBLE PLASTICS OTHER THAN WINDSCREENS
(Principal and secondary characteristics in
accordance with annex 15)
Approval No.: .......................... Extension No.: .........................
Principal characteristics:
Chemical designation of the material:....................................................................................................
Process of manufacture:.......................................................................................................................
Nominal thickness:...............................................................................................................................
Colouring of the plastic product:...........................................................................................................
Nature and type of surface coating:......................................................................................................
Secondary characteristics:
No secondary characteristic is involved.
Remarks
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Annex 1 - Appendix 10
CONTENTS OF THE LIST OF WINDSCREENS 1/
1/ These particulars shall be attached to appendices 1, 2 (if applicable), 3 and 5 to this annex.
For each of the windscreens covered by this approval, at least the following particulars shall be provided:
Vehicle manufacturer
Type of vehicle
Vehicle category
Developed area (F)
Height of segment (h)
Curvature (r)
Installation angle (a)
Seat-back angle (ß)
R-point coordinates (A, B, C ) relative
to the centre of the upper edge of the windscreen.
Annex 1A
(maximum format: A4 (210 x 297 mm))
COMMUNICATION
Issued by: Name of administration: ..................................... ..................................... .....................................
Concerning: 2/
APPROVAL GRANTED
APPROVAL EXTENDED
APPROVAL REFUSED
APPROVAL WITHDRAWN
PRODUCTION DEFINITELY DISCONTINUED
of a vehicle type with regard to its safety glazing pursuant to Regulation No. 43.
Approval No.: ..................... Extension No. : .......................
1. Make (name of manufacturer) of vehicle: ....................................................................
2. Type, where appropriate, and trade description of vehicle: ..........................................
...................................................................................................................................
3. Name and address of manufacturer: .............................................................................
4. Name and address of manufacturer's representative where applicable:...........................
...................................................................................................................................
5. Description of the type of glazing used:
5.1. in the case of windscreens: ..........................................................................................
5.2.1. in the case of front side windows: ................................................................................
5.2.2. in the case of rear side windows: .................................................................................
5.3. in the case of rear windows: ........................................................................................
5.4. in the case of opening roofs: ........................................................................................
5.5. in the case of glazing other than the above:
6. ECE component type approval mark for a windscreen: ................................................
7. ECE component type approval mark(s) for: .................................................................
7.1. front side windows : ....................................................................................................
7.2 rear side windows : .....................................................................................................
7.3. rear windows: .............................................................................................................
7.4. opening roofs: .............................................................................................................
7.5. other glazing: ...............................................................................................................
8. The fitting requirements have/have not 2/ been met.
9. Vehicle submitted for approval on: ...............................................................................
10. Technical service responsible for conducting approval tests: .........................................
...................................................................................................................................
11. Date of report issued by that service: ...........................................................................
12. Number of report issued by that service: ......................................................................
13. Approval is granted/refused/extended/withdrawn 2/
14. Reason(s) for extension of approval: ............................................................................
...................................................................................................................................
15. Remarks: ....................................................................................................................
16. Place ..........................................................................................................................
17. Date ...........................................................................................................................
18. Signature ....................................................................................................................
19. The list of documents deposited with the Administration Service which has granted approval is annexed to the communication and may be obtained upon request.
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1/ Distinguishing number of the country which has granted/extended/refused/withdrawn approval (see approval provisions in the Regulation).
2/ Strike out what does not apply.
Annex 2
ARRANGEMENTS OF APPROVAL MARKS FOR COMPONENTS
(See paragraph 5.5. of this Regulation )
Toughened-glass windscreens
The above approval mark affixed to a toughened-glass windscreen shows that the component concerned has been approved in the Netherlands (E 4) pursuant to Regulation No. 43 under approval number 002439. The approval number indicates that the approval was granted in accordance with the requirements of Regulation No. 43.
Toughened-glass windscreens faced with plastics material
The above approval mark affixed to a toughened-glass windscreen faced with plastics material shows that the component concerned has been approved in the Netherlands (E 4) pursuant to Regulation No. 43 under approval No. 002439. The approval number indicates that the approval was granted in accordance with the requirements of Regulation No. 43.
Ordinary laminated-glass windscreens
The above approval mark affixed to an ordinary laminated-glass windscreen shows that the component concerned has been approved in the Netherlands (E 4) pursuant to Regulation No. 43 under approval No. 002439. The approval number indicates that the approval was granted in accordance with the requirements of Regulation No. 43.
Ordinary laminated-glass windscreens faced with plastics material
The above approval mark affixed to an ordinary laminated-glass windscreen faced with plastics material shows that the component concerned has been approved in the Netherlands (E 4) pursuant to Regulation No. 43 under approval No. 002439. The approval number indicates that the approval was granted in accordance with the requirements of Regulation No. 43.
Treated laminated-glass windscreens
The above approval mark affixed to a treated laminated-glass windscreen shows that the component concerned has been approved in the Netherlands(E 4) pursuant to Regulation No. 43 under approval No. 002439. The approval number indicates that the approval was granted in accordance with the requirements of Regulation No. 43.
Glass-plastics windscreens
The above approval mark affixed to a glass-plastics windscreen shows that the component concerned has been approved in the Netherlands (E4) pursuant to Regulation No. 43 under approval No. 002439. The approval number indicates that the approval was granted in accordance with the requirements of Regulation No. 43.
Glass panes other than windscreens having a regular light transmittance < 70 per cent
The above approval mark affixed to a glass pane other than a windscreen to which the requirements of annex 3, paragraph 9.1.4.2., are applicable shows that the component concerned has been approved in the Netherlands (E 4) pursuant to Regulation No. 43 under approval No. 002439. The approval number indicates that the approval was granted in accordance with the requirements of Regulation No. 43.
Double-glazed units having a regular light transmittance < 70 per cent
The above approval mark affixed to a double-glazed unit shows that the component concerned has been approved in the Netherlands (E 4) pursuant to Regulation No. 43 under approval No. 002439. The approval number indicates that the approval was granted in accordance with the requirements of Regulation No. 43.
Uniformly-toughened glass panes to be used as windscreen for slow-moving vehicles which by construction cannot exceed 40 km/h
The above approval mark affixed to a uniformly-toughened glass pane shows that the component concerned intended to be used as a windscreen on a slow-moving vehicle which, by construction, cannot exceed 40 km/h, has been approved in the Netherlands (E 4) pursuant to Regulation No. 43 under approval No. 002439. The approval number indicates that the approval was granted in accordance with the requirements of Regulation No. 43.
Glass panes other than windscreens having a regular light transmittance $ 70 per cent
The above approval mark affixed to a glass pane other than a windscreen to which the requirements of annex 3, paragraph 9.1.4.1., are applicable shows that the component concerned has been approved in the Netherlands (E 4) pursuant to Regulation No. 43 under approval No. 002439. The approval number indicates that the approval was granted in accordance with the requirements of Regulation No. 43.
4.11. Install the right and left buttock weights and then, alternatively, the eight torso weights. Maintain the 3 DH machine level.
4.12. Tilt the back pan forward to release the tension on the back-seat. Rock the 3 DH machine from side to side through a 10° arc (5° to each side of the vertical centre plane) for three complete cycles to release any accumulated friction between the 3 DH machine and the seat.
During the rocking action, the T-bar of the 3 DH machine may tend to diverge from the specified horizontal and vertical alignment. The T-bar must therefore be restrained by applying an appropriate lateral load during the rocking motions. Care should be exercised in holding the T-bar and rocking the 3 DH machine to ensure that no inadvertent exterior loads are applied in a vertical or fore-and-aft direction.
The feet of the 3 DH machine are not to be restrained or held during this step. If the feet change position, they should then be allowed to remain in that attitude.
Carefully return the back pan to the seat-back and check the two spirit levels for zero position. If any movement of the feet has occurred during the rocking operation of the 3 DH machine, they must be repositioned as follows:
Alternately, lift each foot off the floor the minimum necessary amount until no additional foot movement is obtained. During this lifting, the feet are to be free to rotate; no forward or lateral loads are to be applied. When each foot is placed back in the down position, the heel is to be in contact with the structure designed for this.
Check the lateral spirit level for zero position; if necessary, apply a lateral load to the top of the back pan sufficient to level the 3 DH machine's seat pan on the seat.
4.13. Holding the T-bar to prevent the 3 DH machine from sliding forward on the seat cushion, proceed as follows:
(a) return the back pan to the seat-back,
(b) alternately apply and release a horizontal rearward load, not to exceed 25 N, to the back angle bar at a height approximately at the centre of the torso weights until the hip angle quadrant indicates that a stable position has been reached after load release. Care should be taken to ensure that no exterior downward or lateral loads are applied to the 3 DH machine. If another level adjustment of the 3 DH machine is necessary, rotate the back pan forward, re-level, and repeat the procedure from 4.12.
4.14. Take all measurements:
4.14.1. The co-ordinates of the H point are measured with respect to the three-dimensional reference system.
4.14.2. The actual torso angle is read at the back angle quadrant of the 3 DH machine with the probe in its fully rearward position.
4.15. If a repetition of the installation of the 3 DH machine is desired, the seat assembly shall remain unloaded for a minimum period of 30 minutes prior to the repetition. The 3 DH machine shall not be left loaded on the seat assembly longer than the time required to perform the test.
4.16. If the seats in the same row can be regarded as similar (bench seat, identical seats, etc.) only one H point and one actual torso angle shall be determined for each row of seats, the 3 DH machine described in appendix 1 to this annex being seated in a place regarded as representative for the row. This place shall be:
4.16.1. In the case of the front row, the driver's seat,
4.16.2. In the case of the rear row or rows, an outer seat.
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Annex 19 - Appendix 1
DESCRIPTION OF THE THREE-DIMENSIONAL H POINT MACHINE */
*/ For details of the construction of the 3 DH machine refer to Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), 400 Commonwealth Drive, Warrendale, Pennsylvania 15096, United States of America.
(3 DH MACHINE)
1. BACK AND SEAT PANS
The back and seat pans are constructed of reinforced plastics and metal; they simulate the human torso and thighs and are mechanically hinged at the H point. A quadrant is fastened to the probe hinged at the H point to measure the actual torso angle. An adjustable thigh bar, attached to the seat pan, establishes the thigh centreline and serves as a baseline for the hip angle quadrant.
2. BODY AND LEG ELEMENTS
Lower leg segments are connected to the seat pan assembly at the T-bar joining the knees, which is a lateral extension of the adjustable thigh bar. Quadrants are incorporated in the lower leg segments to measure knee angles. Shoe and foot assemblies are calibrated to measure the foot angle. Two spirit levels orient the device in space. Body element weights are placed at the corresponding-centres of gravity to provide seat penetration equivalent to a 76 kg male. All joints of the 3 DH machine should be checked for free movement without encountering any noticeable friction.
Figure 1: Designation of 3 DH machine components
Figure 2: Dimensions of 3 DH machine components and load distribution
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Annex 19 - Appendix 2
THREE-DIMENSIONAL REFERENCE SYSTEM
1. The three-dimensional reference system is defined by three orthogonal planes established by the vehicle manufacturer (see figure ). */
2. The vehicle measuring attitude is determined by positioning the vehicle on a supporting surface such that the co-ordinates of the fiducial marks correspond to the values indicated by the manufacturer.
3. The co-ordinates of the R point and the H point are determined in relation to the fiducial marks defined by the vehicle manufacturer.
Figure: Three-dimensional reference system
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*/ The reference system corresponds to ISO Standard 4130 - 1978
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Annex 19 - Appendix 3
REFERENCE DATA CONCERNING SEATING POSITIONS
1. CODING OF REFERENCE DATA
Reference data are listed consecutively for each seating position. Seating positions are identified by a two-character code. The first character is an Arabic numeral which designates the row of seats, counting from the front to the rear of the vehicle. The second is a capital letter which designates the location of the seating position in a row, as viewed in the direction of forward motion of the vehicle; the following letters shall be used:
L = left, C = centre, R = right.
2. DESCRIPTION OF VEHICLE MEASURING ATTITUDE
2.1. Co-ordinates of fiducial marks
X ..................................................
Y ..................................................
Z ..................................................
3. LIST OF REFERENCE DATA
3.1. Seating position:...............................
3.1.1. Co-ordinates of the R point:
X .................................................
Y .................................................
Z .................................................
3.1.2. Design torso angle:..........................
3.1.3. Specifications for seat adjustment */
horizontal : ...................................
vertical : ...................................
angular : ...................................
torso angle : ...................................
Note: List reference data for further seating positions under 3.2., 3.3., etc.
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*/ Strike out what does not apply.
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Annex 20
CHECKS ON CONFORMITY OF PRODUCTION
1. DEFINITIONS
For the purpose of this annex:
1.1. "Type of product" means all glass panes having the same principal characteristics;
1.2. "Thickness class" means all glass panes whose component parts have the same thickness within the permitted tolerances;
1.3. "Production unit" means all production facilities of one or several types of glass panes established in the same place; it may include several production lines;
1.4. "Shift" means a period of production carried out by the same production line during daily working hours;
1.5. "Production run" means a continuous period of production of the same type of product in the same production line;
1.6. "Ps" means the number of glass panes of the same type of product produced by the same shift;
1.7. "Pr" means the number of glass panes of the same type of product produced during a production run.
2. TESTS
The glass panes shall be subjected to the following tests:
2.1. Toughened-glass windscreens
2.1.1. Fragmentation test in accordance with the requirements of annex 4, paragraph 2.
2.1.2. Light transmission measurement in accordance with the requirements of annex 3, paragraph 9.1.
2.1.3. Optical distortion test in accordance with the requirements of annex 3, paragraph 9.2.
2.1.4. Secondary image separation test in accordance with the requirements of annex 3, paragraph 9.3.
2.2. Uniformly-toughened glass panes
2.2.1. Fragmentation test in accordance with the requirements of annex 5, paragraph 2.
2.2.2. Light transmission measurement in accordance with the requirements of annex 3, paragraph 9.1.
2.2.3. In the case of glass panes used as windscreens:
2.2.3.1. Optical distortion test in accordance with the requirements of annex 3, paragraph 9.2.
2.2.3.2. Secondary image separation test in accordance with the requirements of annex 3, paragraph 9.3.
2.3. Ordinary laminated-glass windscreens and glass-plastics windscreens
2.3.1. Headform test in accordance with the requirements of annex 6, paragraph 3.
2.3.2. 2,260 g ball test in accordance with the requirements of annex 6, paragraph 4.2. and annex 3, paragraph 2.2.
2.3.3. Test of resistance to high temperature in accordance with the requirements of annex 3, paragraph 5.
2.3.4. Light transmission measurement in accordance with the requirements of annex 3, paragraph 9.1.
2.3.5. Optical distortion test in accordance with the requirements of annex 3, paragraph 9.2.
2.3.6. Secondary image separation test in accordance with the requirements of annex 3, paragraph 9.3.
2.3.7. In the case of glass-plastics windscreens only:
2.3.7.1. Test of resistance to abrasion in accordance with the requirements of annex 9, paragraph 2.1.
2.3.7.2. Resistance-to-humidity test in accordance with the requirements of annex 9, paragraph 3.
2.3.7.3. Test of resistance to chemicals in accordance with the requirements of annex 3, paragraph 11.2.1.
2.4. Ordinary laminated-glass and glass-plastics panes other than windscreens
2.4.1. 227 g ball test in accordance with the requirements of annex 7, paragraph 4.
2.4.2. Test of resistance to high temperature in accordance with the requirements of annex 3, paragraph 5.
2.4.3. Light transmission measurement in accordance with the requirements of annex 3, paragraph 9.1.
2.4.4. In the case of glass-plastics panes only:
2.4.4.1. Test of resistance to abrasion in accordance with the requirements of annex 9, paragraph 2.1.
2.4.4.2. Resistance-to-humidity test in accordance with the requirements of annex 9, paragraph 3.
2.4.4.3. Test of resistance to chemicals in accordance with the requirements of annex 3, paragraph 11.2.1.
2.4.5. The above provisions shall be considered to be met if the corresponding tests have been carried out on a windscreen of the same composition.
2.5. Treated laminated-glass windscreens
2.5.1. In addition to the tests prescribed in paragraph 2.3. of this annex, a fragmentation test shall be carried out in accordance with the requirements of annex 8, paragraph 4.
2.6. Glass panes faced with plastics material
In addition to the tests prescribed in the various paragraphs of this the following tests shall be carried out:
2.6.1. Test of resistance to abrasion in accordance with the requirements of annex 9, paragraph 2.1.
2.6.2. Resistance-to-humidity test in accordance with the requirements of annex 9, paragraph 3.
2.6.3. Test of resistance to chemicals in accordance with the requirements of annex 3, paragraph 11.2.1.
2.7. Double-glazed units
The tests to be performed are those specified in this annex for each glass pane composing the double-glazed unit, with the same frequency and the same requirements.
2.8. Rigid plastic panes other than windscreens
2.8.1. 227g ball drop test in accordance with annex 14, paragraph 5.
2.8.2. Light transmission measurement in accordance with annex 3, paragraph 9.1.
2.8.3. The abrasion test in accordance with annex 14, paragraph 6.1.
2.8.4. Cross-cut test in accordance with annex 14, paragraph 6.3.
NB: The above test of paragraph 2.8.2. only applies if the glazing is to be used in a location requisite for driving visibility.
The above test of paragraph 2.8.4. will be carried out on samples that have not been subjected to test in accordance with paragraph 6.2. of annex 14.
2.8.5. Test of resistance to chemicals in accordance with annex 3, paragraph 11.
2.9. Flexible plastic panes other than windscreens
2.9.1. 227 g ball drop test in accordance with annex 15, paragraph 4.
2.9.2. Light transmission measurement in accordance with annex 3, paragraph 9.1.
NB: The above test of paragraph 2.9.2. only applies if the glazing is to be used in a location requisite for driving visibility.
2.9.3. Test of resistance to chemicals in accordance with annex 3, paragraph 11.2.1.
2.10. Rigid plastic double glazed units
2.10.1. 227 g ball drop test in accordance with annex 16, paragraph 5.
2.10.2. Light transmission measurement in accordance with annex 3, paragraph 9.1.
NB: The above test of paragraph 2.10.2. only applies if the glazing is to be used in a location requisite for driving visibility.
2.10.3. Test of resistance to chemicals in accordance with annex 3, paragraph 11.
3. FREQUENCY OF TESTS AND RESULTS
3.1. Fragmentation test
3.1.1. Tests
3.1.1.1. A first series of tests consisting of a break at each impact point specified by this Regulation shall be carried out at the beginning of the production of each new type of glass pane to determine the most severe break point. The result of the tests shall be recorded.
However, for toughened-glass windscreens, the first series of tests shall be carried out only if the annual production of this type of glass pane exceeds 200 units.
3.1.1.2. During the production run the check test shall be carried out using the break point as determined in paragraph 3.1.1.1.
3.1.1.3. A check shall be carried out at the beginning of each production run or following a change of colour.
3.1.1.4. During the production run the check tests shall be carried out at the following minimum frequency:
Toughened-glass windscreens Toughened-glass panes
other than windscreens
Treated laminated-glass windscreens Ps £ 200: one break per production run Pr £ 500: one per shift 0.1 per cent per type Ps > 200: one break every four hours of production Pr > 500 : two per shift
3.1.1.5. A check shall be carried out at the end of the production run on one of the last glass panes manufactured.
3.1.1.6. For Pr < 20, only one fragmentation test per production run shall be carried out.
3.1.2. Results
All results shall be recorded, including the results without permanent recording of the fragmentation pattern.
In addition, a test with permanent recording of the fragmentation pattern shall be made once per shift, except for Pr # 500. In this last case only one test with permanent recording of the fragmentation pattern shall be made per production run.
3.2. Headform test
3.2.1. Tests
The check shall be carried out on samples corresponding to at least 0.5 per cent of the daily production of laminated-glass windscreens of one production line. A maximum of 15 windscreens per day shall be tested.
The choice of samples shall be representative of the production of the various types of windscreen.
As an alternative and with the agreement of the administrative service, these tests may be replaced by the 2,260 g ball test (see paragraph 3.3. below). Behaviour under head impact shall in any event be checked on at least two samples for each thickness class per year.
3.2.2. Results
All results shall be recorded.
3.3. 2,260 g ball-impact test
3.3.1. Tests
The minimum frequency for the check shall be one complete test per month for each thickness class.
3.3.2. Results
All results shall be recorded.
3.4. 227 g ball-impact test
3.4.1. Tests
The test pieces shall be cut from samples. However, for practical reasons, the tests may be carried out on finished products of parts of them.
The check shall be carried out on a sampling corresponding to at least 0.5 per cent of the production of one shift with a maximum of ten samples per day.
3.4.2. Results
All results shall be recorded.
3.5. Test of resistance to high temperature
3.5.1. Tests
The test pieces shall be cut from samples. However, for practical reasons, the tests may be carried out on finished products or parts of them. These shall be selected so that all interlayers are tested proportionately to their use.
The check shall be carried out on at least three samples per colour of interlayer taken from the daily production.
3.5.2. Results
All results shall be recorded.
3.6. Light transmission
3.6.1. Tests
Representative samples of tinted finished products shall be subjected to this test.
The check shall be carried out at least at the beginning of every production run if there is any change in the characteristics of the glazing pane affecting the results of the test.
Glazing panes having a regular light transmission measured during type approval of not less than 80 per cent in the case of windscreens and not less than 75 per cent in the case of glass panes other than windscreens, and glass panes whose symbol is V (see paragraph 5.5.2. of this Regulation), shall be exempted from this test.
Alternatively, for toughened-glass panes, a certificate of compliance with the above requirements may be submitted by the glass supplier.
3.6.2. Results
The value of regular light transmission shall be recorded. In addition, for windscreens with opaque obscuration, it shall be verified from the drawings referred to in paragraph 3.2.1.2.2.4. of this Regulation, that such bands are outside the test area B or zone I according to the category of vehicle for which the windscreen is intended. Any opaque obscuration must be in conformity with the provisions contained in annex 18.
3.7. Optical distortion and separation of secondary image
3.7.1. Tests
Every windscreen shall be inspected for visual defects. In addition, using the methods specified in this Regulation or any method giving similar results, measurements shall be made in the various areas of vision at the following minimum frequencies:
either where Ps £ 200, one sample per shift,
or, where Ps > 200, two samples per shift,
or 1 per cent of the whole production, the samples chosen being representative of all production.
3.7.2. Results
All results shall be recorded.
3.8. Test of resistance to abrasion
3.8.1. Tests
Plastics-surfaced, glass-plastics and plastic glazing panes only shall be submitted to this test. There shall be at least one check per month and per type of plastic material surfacing or plastic material.
3.8.2. Results
The measurement of the light scatter shall be recorded.
3.9. Resistance-to-humidity test
3.9.1. Tests
Plastics-surfaced and glass-plastics glazing panes only shall be submitted to this test. There shall be at least one check per month and per type of plastic material surfacing or plastic material.
3.9.2. Results
All results shall be recorded.
3.10. Test of resistance to chemicals
3.10.1. Tests
Plastics-surfaced, glass-plastics and plastic glazing panes only shall be submitted to this test. There shall be at least one check per month and per type of plastic material surfacing or plastic material.
3.10.2. Results
All results shall be recorded.
3.11. Cross-cut test
3.11.1. Tests
Only rigid plastic glazing with an abrasion resistant coating shall be submitted to this test. There shall be at least one check per week and per type of plastic material and its coating, on samples that have not been subjected to the test for simulated weathering (annex 14, paragraph 6.2.).
A test on weathered samples shall be carried out each 3 months.
3.11.2. Results
All results shall be recorded.
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Annex 21
PROVISIONS REGARDING THE INSTALLATION
OF SAFETY GLAZING ON VEHICLES
1. SCOPE
This annex sets out provisions regarding the installation of safety glazing in vehicles of categories M, N and O 1/ in order to ensure a high level of safety for the occupants and, in particular, to provide the driver with a high degree of visibility in all traffic conditions, not only forwards but also rearwards and laterally.
It does not apply to armoured vehicles as defined hereunder in paragraph 2.3.
2. DEFINITIONS
For the purpose of this annex,
2.1. "Vehicle" means any motor vehicle and its trailer, intended for use on the road, having at least four wheels and a maximum design speed exceeding 25 km/h, with the exception of vehicles which run on rails and all mobile machinery;
2.2. "Category of vehicles" means a set of vehicles entering into the relevant category of the classification adopted in annex 7 to the Consolidated Resolution on the Construction of Vehicles (R.E.3) 1/;
1/ As defined in annex 7 to the Consolidated Resolution on the Construction of Vehicles (R.E.3) (TRANS/WP.29/78/Rev.1/Amend.2).
2.3. "Special purpose vehicle", "motor caravan", "armoured vehicle", "ambulance", "hearse", "convertible", are respectively defined in annex 7 to the Consolidated Resolution on the Construction of Vehicles (R.E.3) 1/.
2.4. "Double-deck vehicle" is defined in paragraph 2.1.2. of Regulation No. 107.
3. GENERAL PROVISIONS APPLICABLE TO VEHICLES OF
CATEGORIES M, N and O
3.1. Safety glazing shall be fitted in such a way that, despite the stresses to which the vehicle is submitted under normal operating conditions, it remains in position and continues to afford visibility and safety to the occupants of the vehicle;
3.2. Safety glazing shall bear the appropriate component type-approval mark specified in paragraph 5.4. of this Regulation, followed when required, by one of the additional symbols provided for in paragraph 5.5.
4. SPECIFIC PROVISIONS APPLICABLE T0 VEHICLES OF CATEGORIES M AND N 1/
4.1. Windscreens
4.1.1. The regular light transmittance shall not be less than 75 per cent.
4.1.2. The windscreen must be type approved for the vehicle type for which it is intended to be fitted.
4.1.3. The windscreen must be correctly fitted with reference to the vehicle driver's 'R' point.
4.1.4. Vehicles having a maximum design speed greater than 40 km/h may not be fitted with a toughened windscreen.
4.2. Safety glazing other than windscreens and partition glazing
4.2.1. Safety glazing requisite for the driver's forwards field of vision
4.2.1.1. The safety glazing through which the driver's forwards field of vision as defined in paragraph 2.18.1. of this Regulation is obtained, must have a regular light transmittance of at least 70 per cent.
4.2.1.2. Plastic safety glazing shall bear an additional symbol /B/L, as defined in paragraphs 5.5.5. and 5.5.7. of this Regulation.
4.2.2. Safety glazing requisite for the driver's rearward vision
4.2.2.1. The safety glazing defined in paragraph 2.18.2. of this Regulation must have a light transmittance of at least 70 per cent, but where two exterior rear view mirrors are fitted, the glazing is allowed to have a light transmittance below 70 per cent, provided that it shall bear the additional symbol V specified in paragraph 5.5.2. of this Regulation.
4.2.2.2. Plastic safety glazing shall bear an additional symbol A/L or B/L, as defined in paragraphs 5.5.5. and 5.5.7. of this Regulation.
As an alternative, the rear glazing in the folding roof of a convertible vehicle may bear the additional symbol /B/M.
The rear glazing in the folding roof of a convertible vehicle may be made of a flexible plastic pane.
4.2.3. Other safety glazing
4.2.3.1. The safety glazing not covered by the definitions of paragraphs 2.18.1. and 2.18.2. of this Regulation shall bear the additional symbol V specified in paragraph 5.5.2. of this Regulation, if the light transmittance is below 70 per cent.
4.2.3.2. Plastic safety glazings shall bear one of the additional symbols defined in paragraphs 5.5.5., 5.5.6., and 5.5.7. of this Regulation. However, when the vehicle is intended for conveying passengers, glazings with the additional symbols /C/L or /C/M are not allowed at locations where there is a risk of head impact.
4.2.4. Exemptions
In the case of plastic safety glazings, the provisions related to abrasion resistance as referred in paragraphs 4.2.2.2. and 4.2.3.2. of this annex do not apply for the vehicles and glazing locations listed below:
(a) ambulances
(b) hearses
(c) trailers, including caravans
(d) sunroofs and glazings located in the roof of a vehicle
(e) all glazings of the upper deck of a double-deck vehicle
No abrasion test/symbol is required.
4.3. Particular requirements
4.3.1. Any forward-facing glazing other than a windscreen must be constituted either by laminated glass or a plastic pane bearing the additional symbol /A, as defined in paragraphs 5.5.5. and 5.5.7. of this Regulation.
4.3.2. Paragraph 4.3.1. is not applicable to vehicles having a maximum design speed lower than 40 km/h.
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Agreement Concerning the Adoption of Uniform Conditions of Approval and Reciprocal Recognition of Approval for Motor Vehicle Equipment and Parts, done at Geneva on 20 March 1958.
Note: A reference such as A4/3 in the table indicates the annex (4) and paragraph (3) of that annex, where the relevant test is described and the acceptance requirements are specified.
The machine corresponds to that described in ISO Standard 6549-1980.
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