1、Designation:F200711 Designation: F2007 12Standard Practice forDesign, Manufacture, and Operation of Concession Go-Karts and Facilities1This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2007; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year oforiginal adoption or, in the case of
2、 revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. Asuperscript epsilon () indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.1. Scope1.1 This practice applies to the design, manufacture, and operation of concession go-karts and thei
3、r associated operatingfacilities where public or member use is offered with a use fee. This practice defines classifications for the various vehicles offeredfor public use to replicate motor sports competitive activities.1.2 This standard does not apply to vehicles or facilities specifically offered
4、 for racing (race karts) or used for general purposeby private owners (fun karts) other than owners of concession go-kart facilities.1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibilityof the user of this standard to esta
5、blish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatorylimitations prior to use.2. Referenced Documents2.1 ASTM Standards:2F770 Practice for Ownership, Operation, Maintenance, and Inspection of Amusement Rides and DevicesF1159 Practice for Design and Manufacture o
6、f Patron Directed, Artificial Climbing Walls, Dry Slide, Coin Operated andPurposeful Water Immersion Amusement Rides and Devices and Air-Supported StructuresF1193 Practice for Quality, Manufacture, and Construction ofAmusement Rides and Devices Practice for Quality, Manufacture,and Construction of A
7、musement Rides and DevicesF2291 Practice for Design of Amusement Rides and Devices2.2 SAE Standard:3J12411978 Fuel and Lubricant Tanks for Motorcycles3. Terminology3.1 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:3.1.1 concession go-kart, nan amusement ride or device, which meets all of the follow
8、ing specifications: the device is a singlevehicle, unattached to other vehicles or a common frame system, which is powered without connection to a common energy source,which is driver controlled with respect to acceleration, speed, braking, and steering, which operates within the containment systemo
9、f a defined track, and which simulates competitive motor sports, which is used by members of the general public for a fee. Aconcession go-kart has a maximum capacity of two persons and no cargo capacity.3.1.1.1 DiscussionThis definition specifically excludes similar go-kart devices that are intended
10、 for use as competitive(racing) karts or similar go-kart devices intended for ownership and use by private owners. This definition specifically excludesdevices, such as electronically or rail guided amusement rides and bumper cars or other similar amusement motor sports devicesthat operate under cir
11、cumstances where there is no defined direction of travel.3.1.2 concession go-kart attendant, nthe person or persons whose duties may include but are not limited to the instruction,dispatch, and limitation of ride duration of persons driving concession go-karts.3.1.3 containment system, na device ins
12、talled on the concession go-kart track, which defines the boundaries of the track, andwhose primary purpose is to contain the vehicles within the defined boundary.3.1.4 driver, nthe person who manipulates and controls the direction of travel, braking, and speed of a concession go-kart.3.1.5 fun kart
13、, na motorized vehicle with four wheels, sold commercially as consumer goods and intended for private personal1This practice is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F24 on Amusement Rides and Devices and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee F24.60 on SpecialRides/Attractions.Current edit
14、ion approved Nov.March 1, 2011.2012. Published November 2011.March 2012. Originally approved in 2000. Last previous edition approved in 20072011 asF200707a.F2007 11. DOI: 10.1520/F2007-112.2For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or contact ASTM Customer Service at servi
15、ceastm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM Standardsvolume information, refer to the standards Document Summary page on the ASTM website.3Available from Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), 400 Commonwealth Dr., Warrendale, PA 15096-0001.1This document is not an ASTM standard and is intended only to prov
16、ide the user of an ASTM standard an indication of what changes have been made to the previous version. Becauseit may not be technically possible to adequately depict all changes accurately, ASTM recommends that users consult prior editions as appropriate. In all cases only the current versionof the
17、standard as published by ASTM is to be considered the official document.Copyright ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959, United States.recreational use by the consumers for off-road use on suitable terrain, as recommended by the manufacturer.3.1.6 o
18、wner, nthe person, persons, partnership, company, group, or corporate entity, or agent of a person, who owns, controls,or has the duty to direct or control the operation of a concession go-kart track.3.1.7 passenger, nthe person who is transported aboard a concession go-kart as a passenger without h
19、aving control of thedirection of travel, braking, and speed of the go-kart.3.1.8 pit, na defined station for the purpose of loading and unloading driver and passenger during the initiation and conclusionof the ride cycle.3.1.9 race kart, ngo-karts designed for the sole purpose of racing on tracks, s
20、treets, or other areas of competition, and notto be used by the general public in an amusement facility setting.3.1.10 track, na defined path for the operation of concession go-karts that is hard surfaced and fitted with a containmentsystem to define the path of travel.4. Significance and Use4.1 Thi
21、s practice is intended to delineate information for the design, manufacture, and operation of concession go-karts andrelated track facilities, that are designed and manufactured after the publication of this practice.5. Concession Go-Kart Design and Manufacture5.1 Concession go-karts shall be design
22、ed, constructed, or operated in such a manner that the wheels from one go-kart cannotengage or override the wheels of another go-kart operating under normal conditions.5.2 Concession go-kart manufacturers shall provide specifications, and maintenance and repair instructions to the originalpurchaser
23、in accordance with Practice F1193 and shall include, but not be limited to, the following topics:5.2.1 Brake adjustments and service;5.2.2 Steering linkage adjustment and service;5.2.3 Wheel alignment adjustment and service;5.2.4 Tire inflation pressures;5.2.5 Tire wear limits;5.2.6 Wheel nut torque
24、 values;5.2.7 Grade of all fasteners;5.2.8 Torque value or tightening instruction on all fasteners;5.2.9 Chassis lubrication points including recommended lubricants;5.2.10 Drive system specifications and service instructions;5.2.11 Frame inspection procedures;5.2.12 Seat belt adjustment, installatio
25、n, and inspection procedures;5.2.13 Capacity by weight;5.2.14 Maximum operating speeds;5.2.15 Service and adjustment procedures for all components of the go-kart;5.2.16 A phone number or fax number to be used by the track owner or concession go-kart attendant to secure maintenance oroperating assist
26、ance from the manufacturer; and,5.2.17 Daily, weekly, monthly, or other periodic minimum service and component checklists.5.3 Concession go-kart fuel tanks, filler necks, and caps shall be designed and manufactured to meet or exceed the testingrequirements of Section 3.2 of SAE J12411978.5.3.1 Fuel
27、tank, filler neck, and cap field testing procedures shall be specified by the concession go-kart manufacturer.5.4 Concession go-kart fuel tanks shall be installed in such a manner to minimize the potential for rupture or damage in the eventof collision with another go-kart, obstacle, or rollover.5.5
28、 Manufacturer shall clearly mark throttle and brake locations of concession go-karts in a visible position on the body orchassis of the go-kart, or by coloring the throttle green and the brake control red.5.6 Manufacturer shall specify the maximum operating speed for concession go-karts.5.6.1 Speed
29、limitation devices shall be incorporated in concession go-karts, that is, throttle stops, pedal stops, governors,gearing, throttle linkage adjustors, etc., to limit speeds.5.7 Manufacturer shall specify any driver and passenger requirements, which may include height, passenger placement, or anyother
30、 appropriate requirements.5.8 Concession go-karts shall be equipped with occupant compartment padding consistent with Section 6 of Practice F1159.5.9 Concession go-karts shall have protective covers or component placement for moving or heated components of the engineand drive train system, to inhibi
31、t driver or passenger from inadvertent contact with these components while seated in the intendedposition for operation and while properly restrained.5.10 Concession go-karts shall have occupant seating and restraint system(s) consistent with Section 6 of Practice F1159.Restraint systems shall be de
32、signed and manufactured to meet or exceed the following specifications:5.10.1 Restraint systems shall be designed using intended driver or passenger physical characteristics based on anthropometricdata such as Dreyfuss Human Scales 4/5/6, 7/8/9, and Center For Disease Control Growth Charts.F2007 122
33、5.10.2 When restraints are provided by means of seat belts, installation of the belts shall be such that they are designed andfabricated in accordance with subsection 6.2.1 of Practice F2291.5.10.3 Lap belts shall be installed so they engage the driver or passenger at an angle with respect to a hori
34、zontal plane at 40to 70 (see Fig. 1). The preferred belt angle is 60 or more with respect to a horizontal plane.5.10.3.1 When the driver or passenger are properly seated and restrained the lap belts shall not be deflected by any componentof the go-kart including but not limited to the frame, seat an
35、d chassis.5.10.4 When restraints are provided by means of seat belts made up of lap and upper torso belt(s), the upper torso belt(s) shallbe installed to pass over the shoulder between the drivers or passengers shoulder joint and neck.5.10.4.1 The upper torso belt, when properly adjusted, shall not
36、slide off the shoulder or engage the neck of any driver orpassenger during go-kart operations.5.10.4.2 When the upper torso belt is a single element crossing the drivers or passengers chest, the belt shall cross the sternum.5.10.5 Restraint belts shall be a minimum of 134 in. (44 mm) in width.5.10.6
37、 Inertia activated retractors, when used, shall be installed and maintained according to the manufacturers specifications.5.11 Concession go-karts shall have a roll over protection system that supports the combined driver or passenger weightcapacity, or both, as specified by the manufacturer, and th
38、e weight of the go-kart.5.12 Manufacturer shall provide recommendations for the use, adjustment, and maintenance of restraint, protective, or othersafety devices provided with or for their concession go-karts.5.12.1 The go-kart manufacturer shall provide instructions for the proper method of restrai
39、nt system installation and adjustment,and restraint system inspection criteria including but not limited to limits on fraying and wear.5.12.1.1 Replacement restraint system components shall meet or exceed the go-kart manufacturers original specifications.5.12.1.2 When an upper torso belt assembly is
40、 used which is coupled to a lap belt, the manufacturer shall provide instructionsfor the proper adjustment of the upper belt(s) so that the lap belt component shall not raise off of the drivers or passengers upperthighs and into the abdomen.5.13 The concession go-kart braking system shall have suffi
41、cient braking capacity to override the power of the engine while ata standstill.6. Concession Go-Kart Track Design and Construction6.1 Concession go-kart tracks shall have a containment system, which meets or exceeds the recommendations of themanufacturers of the concession go-kart used on each spec
42、ific track.6.1.1 Tire containment systems, if used without a track side continuous band, shall consist of tires that are fastened securely toeach other and anchored to prevent relocation.6.1.2 When tires are used as support components for a continuous band containment system, the tires shall be plac
43、ed withadequate horizontal separation to help prevent the tires from raising the band upon being impacted by a go-kart.6.1.3 Tires used for a containment system on a concession go-kart track shall be free of rims or wheels. Tires used for otherpurposes, such as pit entry spinner tires, shall be moun
44、ted on rims/wheels, inflated, and the wheels shall be installed on a rigidlymounted spindle.6.1.3.1 Spinner tires shall be inflated to a maximum pressure of 5 psi.6.1.3.2 Spinner tire wheels shall be distinctly marked as “NO STEP.”6.1.4 Concession go-kart track bridges shall have a secondary contain
45、ment system behind the primary containment system andon both the approach and egress of bridge. This containment system shall be adequate to retain a go-kart on the track or perimetersurface.FIG. 1 Proper Lap Belt Mounting AngleF2007 1236.2 Concession go-kart track surfaces shall be free of vertical
46、 misalignment greater than34 in. within 1 in. horizontal distanceand made of a material that cannot be moved or displaced by normal go-kart operation.6.3 The concession go-kart track running surface shall not have intersections on the same horizontal plane with the exceptionof the entrance and exit
47、points of the pit area.6.4 A perimeter fence shall be provided that is designed and constructed in accordance with the section on fencing foramusement rides and devices in Practice F1159. This fence shall restrict unauthorized public access to the concession go-kart track.6.5 Obstructions, which cou
48、ld be struck by go-karts during operations, on a concession go-kart track shall be protected by amaterial, which will reduce or minimize the impact.6.6 Concession go-kart track pit areas shall protect any permanent obstructions by material that will reduce or minimize impactor by utilizing impact sa
49、fety systems. Impact safety systems may include, but not be limited to, safety spinners, traffic guidance,or remote control devices.6.7 Concession go-kart tracks operating at night shall have appropriate illumination to allow for visual observation of the entiretrack and pit areas by concession go-kart attendants and drivers.6.8 A minimum of a 10 lb B.C.-rated fire extinguisher shall be accessible within a maximum of seventy feet of any point ofthe concession go-kart track in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.6.8.1 A minimum of a 10 l
