1、American National Standardfor Golf Cars Safety and Performance SpecificationsANSI/ILTVA Z130.1-2012ANSI/ILTVA Z130.1-2012ANSI/ILTVA Z130.1-2012Revision and redesignation ofANSI/NGCMA Z130.1-2004American National Standardfor Golf Cars Safety and Performance SpecificationsSecretariatInternational Ligh
2、t Transportation Vehicle Association, Inc. d/b/aNational Golf Car Manufacturers Association (“NGCMA”)Approved March 13, 2012American National Standards Institute, Inc.Approval of an American National Standard requires review by ANSI that therequirements for due process, consensus, and other criteria
3、 for approval havebeen met by the standards developer.Consensus is established when, in the judgement of the ANSI Board ofStandards Review, substantial agreement has been reached by directly andmaterially affected interests. Substantial agreement means much more thana simple majority, but not necess
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8、rds by calling or writing the AmericanNational Standards Institute.American National StandardPublished byAmerican National Standards Institute, Inc.25 West 43rd Street, New York, NY 10036Copyright 2012 by International Light Transportation Vehicle Association, Inc.All rights reserved.No part of this
9、 publication may be reproduced in anyform, in an electronic retrieval system or otherwise,without prior written permission of the publisher.Printed in the United States of AmericaiContentsPageForeword iiGeneral introductionivPart I Introduction1 Scope and purpose 12 Normative references . 13 Definit
10、ions. 24 Interpretation 4Part II Maintenance and Operations5 General safety practices 66 Maintenance. 87 Fuels handling and storage/battery charging . 98 Operating safety rules and practices (Operator qualifications). 9Part III Manufacturers Requirements9 General requirements. 1110 Electric-powered
11、golf cars . 2011 Internal combustion powered vehicles 23Annex A Bibliography . 26Figures1 First and second restraint reference points 112 Positioning of occupant test weights 153 Longitudinal test position 164 Vehicle placement on lateral tilting platform (four wheel). 17iiForeword (This foreword is
12、 not part of American National Standard ANSI/ILTVA Z130.1-2012.)This standard was developed to establish safety specifications for the design and op-eration of golf cars driven by electric motors and internal combustion engines with re-spect to speed, acceleration, stability, braking systems, operat
13、ional controls,electrical systems, fuel systems, and general configurations. A specified safety warn-ing label lists the major safety and precautionary operating measures to be observed.Safety codes and standards are intended to enhance public health and safety. Revi-sions result from committee cons
14、ideration of factors such as technological advances,new data, and changing environmental needs. Revisions do not imply that previouseditions were inadequate. The standard was prepared by the Engineering Specifications Committee of the In-ternational Light Transportation Vehicle Association, sponsor
15、of ANSI/ILTVA Z130.1-2012. This standard cancels and replaces ANSI/NGCMA Z130.1-2004 for golf carsmanufactured subsequent to its publication. This standard applies to golf cars manu-factured subsequent to its publication.Requests for changes to or information concerning this Standard shall be consid
16、eredby the Sponsor. They should be sent to the International Light Transportation VehicleAssociation, c/o Fred L. Somers, Jr., Suite 1200, Two Ravinia Drive, Atlanta, Georgia30346-2130.Consensus for this standard was developed by use of the Canvass Method. The fol-lowing persons recognized as having
17、 an interest in the standardization of golf carswere contacted prior to the approval of this standard. Inclusion in this list does notnecessarily imply that all organizations concurred with the submittal of the proposedstandard to ANSI.William J. Bagaria, Ph.D(Independent Professional Engineer)Gordo
18、n Beckley(Trojan Battery)Gerald C. DeMaria, Esq.(Higgins, Cavanagh however, they should not contain proprietary names or information. ANSI/ILTVA Z130.1-2012 5 4.3 Metric conversions The values stated in SI Metric units are to be regarded as the standard. U.S. customary unit values are shown (XXIX) i
19、n parenthesis. Conversion of Metric units to U.S. customary unit values is calculated pursuant to Appendix B, “NIST Special Publication 811: Guide for the use of the International System of Units (SI)” National Institute of Standards and Technology. ANSI/ILTVA Z130.1-2012 6 PART II: MAINTENANCE AND
20、OPERATIONS The safety information contained in Part II is intended to enable the controlling party to implement a golf car safety program. It is recommended that Part II be reprinted in the golf car manufacturers operation and service manuals to encourage safe operation and practices at the controll
21、ing partys facility. 5 General safety practices 5.1 Introduction Like other vehicles, improper use or maintenance of golf cars may result in personal injury or death. This Part II contains broad safety practices recommended for safe golf car operations. Before operation, the controlling party should
22、 establish such additional specific safety practices as may be reasonably required for safe operations, for the intended use of the vehicle and application environment. Experience has shown that golf cars that comply with the provisions stated in Part III of this standard are safe when properly oper
23、ated in accordance with the safety and operation warnings affixed to every golf car. The safe operation is enhanced when the golf cars are operated within a specific set of operation instructions, safety rules and practices established to meet actual operating terrain and conditions. 5.2 Safety surv
24、ey The controlling party shall perform a safety survey of its premises periodically, and as conditions warrant, identify areas where golf cars should not be operated and possible hazards exist. See, for example, 5.2.1. See also ILTVA Golf Course Safety Guidelines and ILTVA Golf Car Storage Facility
25、Safety Guidelines. 5.2.1 Grades Excessive speed while descending grades adversely affects the stability of the golf car and its ability to stop. In areas where hazardous grades4exist, it is recommended golf car operations should be restricted to designated golf car paths and roads where possible. Ha
26、zardous grades shall be identified with a suitable warning at a point preceding the initiation of the slope for example, “Warning, steep hill, slow down now.“ Avoid parking on steep hills. Provide flat surface parking areas adjacent to golf car paths on steep grades. All slopes should generally be c
27、onsidered potentially hazardous especially when a turn occurs on the down slope or the slope exceeds 10% (6 deg) on an unpaved surface of 20% (11 deg) on a paved surface. 5.2.2 Slippery terrain Extreme caution should be used when driving on slippery terrain. Wet grassy areas or ice for example may c
28、ause a golf car to lose traction and may adversely affect operator control. Slippery surfaces e.g., wet grass, should be chained or roped off to prevent golf car operations or be identified by a suitable 4See Section 3.04 of Golf Course Safety Guidelines. ANSI/ILTVA Z130.1-2012 7 warning to operator
29、s not to operate golf cars in that area. Additionally, if wet conditions are or become prevalent, consider limiting golf car operation to paved paths. 5.2.3 Turns All turns shall be negotiated at a reduced speed. Approach turns with caution particularly on grades. Negotiating a turn can affect the s
30、tability and control of a golf car, causing loads and passengers to shift. Potentially hazardous areas shall be closed off to prevent golf car operations or identified with a suitable warning to the operator of the nature of the hazard and stating the proper precautions to be taken to avoid the haza
31、rd. Curves should be properly banked to avoid negative super elevation. 55.2.4 Loose terrain Extreme caution shall be used when driving in areas of loose terrain. Loose terrain, for example, sand or gravel, can cause a golf car to lose traction and may affect steering, braking and stability. Areas o
32、f loose terrain shall be repaired if possible, or closed off to prevent golf car operation or identified by a suitable warning to operators not to operate golf cars in those areas. 5.2.5 Golf car/pedestrian interference areas Areas where pedestrians and golf cars could interact should be avoided by
33、rerouting the golf car traffic or the pedestrian traffic. If avoidance of the interaction is not possible or is highly impractical, signs shall be erected warning pedestrians of the golf car traffic. Signs shall also be erected warning golf car operators of the pedestrian traffic and to drive slowly
34、 and with caution. 5.2.6 Modifications Modifications made to golf cars that are not approved by the original equipment manufacturer may adversely affect the safe operation and performance of the vehicle. If a golf car has been modified by a party other than the original equipment manufacturer, the c
35、ontrolling party shall (i) arrange for the modification to be designed, tested and implemented by an engineer expert in golf cars and their safety; (ii) maintain a permanent record of the design test(s) and implementation of the modification; (iii) make appropriate changes to the capacity, plate(s),
36、 decals, and operation and maintenance manuals; and (iv) affix a permanent and readily visible label on the golf car stating the golf car has been modified with the date of the modification and the name of the organization that accomplished the modification. The controlling party shall not perform,
37、or allow to be performed, any modification or addition to the vehicle that affects capacity or safe operation, or make any change not in accordance with the original equipment manufacturers operations and service manuals, without the original equipment manufacturers prior written authorization. Whet
38、her or not modifications have been authorized by the original equipment manufacturer, if modifications are made, the controlling party making the modifications becomes the original equipment manufacturer of the modified vehicle and has the responsibility to ensure that capacity, operation, warning,
39、maintenance instruction plates, tags, and/or decals are changed accordingly. ANSI/ILTVA Z130.1-2012 8 6 Maintenance 6.1 Introduction Golf cars may become hazardous if maintenance is neglected or improperly performed. Proper maintenance shall be performed by trained personnel in accordance with the m
40、anufacturers recommendations. 6.2 Preventive maintenance A regularly scheduled inspection and preventive maintenance program in accordance with the manufacturers recommendations should be established. Such a program will be a valuable tool in providing the golfing patron with a safe, properly operat
41、ing golf car. 6.2.1 Personnel Only qualified, trained and authorized personnel shall be permitted to inspect, adjust and maintain golf cars. 6.2.2 Parts and materials Manufacturers recommended replacement parts and materials should be used. 6.2.3 Maintenance and repair safety procedures All maintena
42、nce shall be performed in accordance with the manufacturers recommended maintenance and safety procedures as outlined in the manufacturers operation and service manuals. For example, - a) Follow manufacturers instructions for immobilizing golf car before beginning any maintenance; b) Block chassis b
43、efore working underneath golf car; c) Before disconnecting any part of the fuel system, drain the system and turn all valves, if so equipped, to the “off“ position to prevent leakage or accumulation of flammable fuels; d) Avoid fire hazards and have fire protection equipment available; e) Before per
44、forming any maintenance on an electric golf car, disconnect the electrical system in accordance with the manufacturers instructions; f) Use only properly insulated tools when performing maintenance; g) Periodically inspect and maintain brakes, steering mechanisms, warning devices, governors, safety
45、decals and all other safety devices and maintain them in a safe operating condition. Do not modify these devices unless instructed to do so by the manufacturer; h) After each maintenance or repair, have the golf car driven by qualified and trained personnel to ensure proper operation and adjustment;
46、 perform validation checks in an area that is free of vehicular and pedestrian traffic; i) Record all maintenance performed in a maintenance record log by date, name of person performing maintenance and type of maintenance. Controlling Party should periodically inspect maintenance log to ensure accu
47、racy and completeness of entries. ANSI/ILTVA Z130.1-2012 9 6.2.4 The Controlling Party shall maintain all Danger, Warning and Caution labels, (collectively and individually “safety labels”), nameplates, serial numbers and instructions that are supplied by the manufacturer in a legible condition. 6.2
48、.5 As required in 6.2.4, the manufacturer shall be contacted to secure new nameplates, warnings, or safety labels, as necessary, which shall be affixed in their proper place on the golf car as designated in the owners manual. 7 Fuels handling and storage/battery charging 7.1 Ventilation Maintenance
49、and storage areas shall be properly ventilated to avoid fire hazards in accordance with applicable fire codes and ordinances. Ventilation for internal combustion engine golf cars shall be provided to remove flammable vapors, fumes and other flammable materials. Consult applicable fire codes for specific levels of ventilation. Ventilation for electric-powered golf cars shall be provided to remove the accumulation of flammable hydrogen gas emitted during the charging process. Because of the highly volatile nature of hydrogen gas and its propensity to rise and accumulate
