1、raising standards worldwideNO COPYING WITHOUT BSI PERMISSION EXCEPT AS PERMITTED BY COPYRIGHT LAWBSI Standards PublicationBS EN 1646-1:2012Leisure accommodationvehicles Motor caravansPart 1: Habitation requirements relating tohealth and safetyBS EN 1646-1:2012 BRITISH STANDARDNational forewordThis B
2、ritish Standard is the UK implementation of EN 1646-1:2012. Itsupersedes BS EN 1646-1:2004 +A1:2008 which is withdrawn.The UK participation in its preparation was entrusted to TechnicalCommittee B/511, Buildings mobile and temporary.A list of organizations represented on this committee can beobtaine
3、d on request to its secretary.This publication does not purport to include all the necessaryprovisions of a contract. Users are responsible for its correctapplication. The British Standards Institution 2012. Published by BSI StandardsLimited 2012ISBN 978 0 580 73084 9ICS 43.100Compliance with a Brit
4、ish Standard cannot confer immunity fromlegal obligations.This British Standard was published under the authority of theStandards Policy and Strategy Committee on 31 July 2012.Amendments issued since publicationDate Text affectedBS EN 1646-1:2012EUROPEAN STANDARD NORME EUROPENNE EUROPISCHE NORM EN 1
5、646-1 July 2012 ICS 43.100 Supersedes EN 1646-1:2004+A1:2008English Version Leisure accommodation vehicles - Motor caravans - Part 1: Habitation requirements relating to health and safety Vhicules habitables de loisirs - Autocaravanes - Partie 1: Exigences dhabitation relatives la sant et la scuritB
6、ewohnbare Freizeitfahrzeuge - Motorcaravans - Teil 1: Anforderungen an den Wohnbereich hinsichtlich Gesundheit und Sicherheit This European Standard was approved by CEN on 16 June 2012. CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for givin
7、g this European Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such national standards may be obtained on application to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre or to any CEN member. This European Standard exists in three offic
8、ial versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translation under the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre has the same status as the official versions. CEN members are the national standards bodies of
9、Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, S
10、weden, Switzerland, Turkey and United Kingdom. EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATION COMIT EUROPEN DE NORMALISATION EUROPISCHES KOMITEE FR NORMUNG Management Centre: Avenue Marnix 17, B-1000 Brussels 2012 CEN All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved worldwide for CEN nationa
11、l Members. Ref. No. EN 1646-1:2012: EBS EN 1646-1:2012EN 1646-1:2012 (E) 2 Contents Page Foreword 4Introduction . 51 Scope 62 Normative references 63 Terms and definitions . 64 Testing 65 Design and construction . 76 Internal equipment . 87 Drinking water supply, storage and disposal of waste water
12、. 108 Appliances 119 Heating 1210 Installations 1211 Ventilation . 1212 Fire precautions . 1313 Warning notice . 1714 Users handbook 17Annex A (normative) Strength of entrance steps (see 5.2.3) 19Annex B (normative) Slip resistance test (see 5.2.4) . 20Annex C (normative) Separate entrance step stab
13、ility test (see 5.2.4.2) . 22Annex D (normative) Clear height over bunks (see 6.1.2) 23Annex E (normative) Strength of protection against falling out of bunks (see 6.1.3.3) . 24Annex F (normative) Mechanical strength of bunks (see 6.1.4) . 25Annex G (normative) Security of folding bunks (see 6.1.5)
14、26Annex H (normative) Safety of access to upper bunks (see 6.1.6) 27Annex I (normative) Measurement of gaps (see 6.1.7) 29Annex J (normative) Heating (see Clause 9) 31Annex K (normative) Test equipment . 33Annex L (informative) Environmental aspects . 36Bibliography 37Figures Figure 1 Overview of re
15、levant European Standards applying to leisure accommodation vehicles . 5 Figure 2 Verification of minimum dimensions of a window or escape panel .14 Figure 3 Positioning of window or escape panel 15 Figure 4 Typical single operation of several continuous movement 15 BS EN 1646-1:2012EN 1646-1:2012 (
16、E) 3 Figure 5 Point of emission of the flame 16 Figure A.1 Typical location of the load spreading platform 19 Figure B.1 Slip resistance test . 20 Figure C.1 Stability test of separate entrance step 22 Figure H.1 Ladder attachment and deflection 28 Figure I.1 Cone measuring device . 29 Figure J.1 Te
17、st temperature diagram . 32 Figure K.1 Typical step testing device . 34 Figure K.2 Typical flexible load spreading device 34 Figure K.3 Typical friction test piece 35 BS EN 1646-1:2012EN 1646-1:2012 (E) 4 Foreword This document (EN 1646-1:2012) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 245 “Le
18、isure accommodation vehicles”, the secretariat of which is held by AFNOR. This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an identical text or by endorsement, at the latest by January 2013, and conflicting national standards shall be withdrawn at the
19、 latest by January 2013. Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of patent rights. CEN and/or CENELEC shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights. This document supersedes EN 1646-1:2004+A1:2008. The main tec
20、hnical changes are: a) Dimensions for locking systems of exterior doors for motor caravans above 13,5 m plan area added (see 5.3.1.1); b) New clause on awning rail added (see new 5.4); c) Dimensions for the distance between the foothold and uppermost part of the bed structure in clause access to upp
21、er bunks added (see 6.1.6); d) Clause on cupboards revised (see 6.2); e) Reference to European Directive in clause materials for drinking water supply updated (see 7.2.2); f) Black marking for the drinking water filling points deleted (see 7.2.3); g) Reference to European Directive in clause liquefi
22、ed petroleum gas (LPG) updated (see 10.2); h) Informative annex of Environmental aspects added (see Annex L). EN 1646, Leisure accommodation vehicles Motor Caravans contains the following parts: Part1: Habitation requirements relating to health and safety (the present document); Part 2: User payload
23、. This European Standard is one of a series covering the habitation aspects of leisure accommodation vehicles. It includes eleven normative annexes and one informative annex. According to the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organisations of the following countries are bound
24、to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal,
25、Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and the United Kingdom. BS EN 1646-1:2012EN 1646-1:2012 (E) 5 Introduction Figure 1 gives an overview of the relevant European Standards for caravans, motor caravans and caravan holiday homes. Figure 1 Overview of relevant European Stan
26、dards applying to leisure accommodation vehicles BS EN 1646-1:2012EN 1646-1:2012 (E) 6 1 Scope This European Standard specifies requirements intended to ensure the safety and health of persons when they use motor caravans for temporary or seasonal habitation. It also specifies the corresponding test
27、 methods. However, certain requirements of this European Standard do not apply to motor caravans where the overall length multiplied by the overall width does not exceed 13,5 m2plan area. EN 1646-2 gives requirements relating to user payloads for motor caravans. Requirements applicable to road safet
28、y are not included in the scope of this European Standard. This European Standard is applicable exclusively to motor caravans as defined in EN 13878. 2 Normative references The following documents, in whole or in part, are normatively referenced in this document and are indispensable for its applica
29、tion. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies. EN 721, Leisure accommodation vehicles Safety ventilation requirements EN 1646-2, Leisure accommodation vehicles Caravans Part 2: User
30、 payload EN 1648-2, Leisure accommodation vehicles 12 V direct current extra low voltage electrical installations Part 2: Motor caravans EN 1949, Specification for the installation of LPG-systems for habitation purposes in leisure accommodation vehicles and accommodation purposes in other vehicles E
31、N 13878:2003, Leisure accommodation vehicles Terms and definitions HD 60364-7-721, Low-voltage electrical installations Part 7-721: Requirements for special installations or locations Electrical installations in caravans and motor caravans (IEC 60364-7-721) EN ISO 8936, Awnings for leisure accommoda
32、tion vehicles Requirements and test methods (ISO 8936) ISO 4649:2010, Rubber, vulcanized or thermoplastic Determination of abrasion resistance using a rotating cylindrical drum device 3 Terms and definitions For the purposes of this document, the terms and definitions given in EN 13878:2003 apply. 4
33、 Testing The tests described in Annexes A to K are intended to verify that a motor caravan representative of a given model, including its fixtures and fittings, meets the requirements of this European Standard. These tests are intended to simulate the most onerous conditions, for the relevant charac
34、teristics. NOTE It is recommended to take environmental aspects into account during development, production and disposal of motor caravans based on established knowledge and within the respective technical possibilities (see also Annex L). BS EN 1646-1:2012EN 1646-1:2012 (E) 7 5 Design and construct
35、ion 5.1 Occupancy The manufacturer shall designate the occupancy as the number of berths, both standard berths and additional berths provided by the manufacturer and shall include it in the Users Handbook and in his brochures. The occupancy is also necessary to determine the ventilation requirements
36、 (see EN 721). NOTE The number of seating position defined on the registration certificate might be different. 5.2 Entrance steps to living area 5.2.1 Heights When the entrance height of the motor caravan, measured at maximum technically permissible laden mass, and standing on horizontal ground, exc
37、eeds 400 mm, the motor caravan shall either be fitted with an entrance step, attachable or integral with the structure of the motor caravan, or a separate entrance step(s) shall be provided. An attachable entrance step may be retractable or folding. The rise of the first tread shall not exceed 400 m
38、m. The rise of any other tread shall not exceed 300 mm. It is recommended that all separate step(s) be attached to the motor caravan when in use to improve their stability. It is recommended that the rise of the steps be equal. 5.2.2 Minimum tread dimensions The minimum tread dimensions shall be: a)
39、 attachable or integral entrance steps: 150 mm going 320 mm wide; b) separate steps: 270 mm going 450 mm wide. 5.2.3 Mechanical strength An entrance step and any fixing devices shall be capable of withstanding a force of 2 000 N applied to any surface area of (100 x 150) mm of the tread(s). After ap
40、plication of this force for a period of 5 min, any permanent deformation caused shall not exceed 5 mm. The strength of each step shall be tested in accordance with Annex A. 5.2.4 Slip resistance test 5.2.4.1 Attachable or integral step An attachable or integral step shall have a slip resistant surfa
41、ce. The slip resistance shall be tested in accordance with Annex B. 5.2.4.2 Separate entrance step A separate entrance step shall have a slip resistant surface. The slip resistant surface shall be tested in accordance with Annex B after having immobilised the feet or base of the step. In addition, a
42、 separate step shall remain stable when tested in accordance with Annex C. BS EN 1646-1:2012EN 1646-1:2012 (E) 8 5.3 Doors 5.3.1 Dimensions 5.3.1.1 Motor caravans above 13,5 m2plan area Each exterior door opening to the habitation area shall have a minimum clear height of 1 590 mm and a minimum clea
43、r width of 480 mm and corners of maximum radius of 90 mm. The locking system may intrude on the minimum width up to 30 mm and for a maximum height of 150 mm, regardless of the number of locks. 5.3.1.2 Motor caravans equal to or less than 13,5 m2plan area Each exterior door opening to the habitation
44、area shall have a minimum clear height of 1 140 mm and the clear width shall be such that an opening free from obstruction of at least 0,65 m2is provided. The exterior door opening shall be clear from any protrusions or obstructions (for example fly screens, door catches, hinges, etc.), except for a
45、 radius in each corner of not more than 90 mm. 5.3.2 Securing doors Each exterior door shall be fitted with a locking device capable of keeping it closed when subjected to all forces caused by movement of the motor caravan in normal traffic conditions. Interior doors shall be capable of being kept i
46、n a fixed position, open or closed, in the above conditions. 5.3.3 Childproof locking systems When an external door is fitted with a childproof lock, a notice shall be permanently fixed close to the lock. The notice shall read: “Ensure that the childproof lock is not activated when the motor caravan
47、 is parked off the public highway“. 5.4 Awning Rails Any awning rail shall permit the correct fitting of an awning complying with EN ISO 8936. 6 Internal equipment 6.1 Bunks 6.1.1 Mattress and/or upholstery Bunks shall be provided with mattresses or be upholstered. 6.1.2 Clearance 6.1.2.1 Motor cara
48、vans above 13,5 m2plan area The clear height over two thirds of the surface of the bunk shall be not less than 500 mm when measured from the compressed surface of the mattress or upholstery in accordance with the test in Annex D. 6.1.2.2 Motor caravans equal to or below 13,5 m2plan area The clear he
49、ight over half the surface area of the bunk shall be not less than 400 mm when measured from the compressed surface of the mattress or upholstery in accordance with the test in Annex D. BS EN 1646-1:2012EN 1646-1:2012 (E) 9 6.1.3 Protection against falling out 6.1.3.1 General Any bunk where the uncompressed upper surface of the mattress or upholstery is placed at a height of more than 1 000 mm from the floor, shall be prot
