ASTM F1975-09

Standard Specification for Nonpowered Bicycle Trailers Designed for Human Passengers

ABSTRACT
This specification covers nonpowered trailers intended to be pulled behind bicycles to transport one or two children with accessory loads with a prescribed maximum weight. It includes methods for strength, impact drop, structural integrity in rollover, tipover resistance, single-occupant trailer, double-occupant trailer, coupling security, and system fatigue tests. The tests confirm that this specification is satisfied. The specification also prescribes colors, reflectors, and flags for conspicuity.
SCOPE
1.1 This specification covers nonpowered trailers intended to be pulled behind bicycles in order to transport one or two children with accessory loads with a maximum weight of 45.4 kg (100 lb). It includes test methods for confirming that this specification is satisfied.
1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The units given in parentheses are for information only.
1.3 The following caveat pertains only to the test methods portion, Section 5, of this specification:  This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

General Information

• Status: Historical
• Publication Date: 31-Jan-2009
• ICS: 43.150 - Cycles
• Technical Committee: F08 - Sports Equipment, Playing Surfaces, and Facilities
• Drafting Committee: F08.10 - Bicycles

Relations

• Replaces: ASTM F1975-02 - Standard Specification for Nonpowered Bicycle Trailers Designed for Human Passengers
• Effective Date: 01-Feb-2009

Standards Content (Sample)

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Designation:F1975 −09 AnAmerican National Standard
Standard Specification for
Nonpowered Bicycle Trailers Designed for Human
1
Passengers
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F1975; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
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1. Scope 2.3 Federal Standards:
Title 16, CFR 1500.3(b)(4)(i) Hazardous Substance
1.1 This specification covers nonpowered trailers intended
Title 16, CFR 1500.3(c)(6)(vi) Flame Testing
to be pulled behind bicycles in order to transport one or two
Title 16, CFR 1500.44 Flammability
children with accessory loads with a maximum weight of 45.4
Title 16, CFR 1500.48 Sharp Points
kg (100 lb). It includes test methods for confirming that this
Title 16, CFR 1500.49 Sharp Edges
specification is satisfied.
Title 16, CFR 1501 Small Parts
1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the Title 16, CFR 1303 Lead in Coatings
standard. The units given in parentheses are for information
Title 16, CFR 1512 Requirements for Bicycles, Sections:
only. 1512.18(n), Reflector Test
1.3 The following caveat pertains only to the test methods
3. Terminology
portion, Section 5, of this specification: This standard does not
3.1 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated
3.1.1 backrest, n—thesegmentoftheseatthatisdesignedto
with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard
support the occupant’s back. This may or may not include
to establish appropriate safety and health practices and
support for the upper body, including the head and neck.
determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to
use. 3.1.2 bicycle trailer (trailer), n—a transporting device de-
signed to provide a restrained seating position to one or more
2. Referenced Documents occupants, with fastening arrangements for attaching the
device, and towing it, behind a bicycle.
2
2.1 ASTM Standards:
3.1.3 hard horizontal surface, n—asurface,perpendicularto
B117 Practice for Operating Salt Spray (Fog) Apparatus
the direction of gravity, such as level ground or building floor,
D1230 Test Method for Flammability of Apparel Textiles
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whose surface is either concrete, pavement, or similar rigid
(Withdrawn 2010)
material whose deflection, while carrying the weight of a fully
D4329 Practice for Fluorescent UV Exposure of Plastics
loaded trailer, does not exceed 12.7 mm (0.5 in.) from the
G23 Practice for Operating Light-Exposure Apparatus
unloaded horizontal plane at any point.
(Carbon-Arc Type) With and Without Water for Exposure
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of Nonmetallic Materials (Withdrawn 2000) 3.1.4 normal use, n—applications described as intended use
4 for the product found within the manufacturer’s instructional
2.2 ANSI Standard:
literature.
ANSI Z535.4, Product Safety Signs and Labels
3.1.5 normalusetemperatures,n—temperaturerangewithin
which it should be anticipated that the trailer may be used to
transport children. The range is from –7 6 2°C to +50 6 2°C.
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This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F08and is the
direct responsibility of Subcommittee F08.10 on Bicycles. 3.1.6 occupant, n—a child or person who is restrained in a
Current edition approved Feb. 1, 2009. Published February 2009. Originally
seated position inside the trailer and whose skills do not
approved in 1999. Last previous edition approved in 2002 as F1975 – 02. DOI:
contribute to the overall operation and performance of the
10.1520/F1975-09.
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vehicle.
For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
contact ASTM Customer Service at [e-mail]. For Annual Book of ASTM
3.1.7 restrain, v—to prevent the occupant(s) of the trailer
Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
from leaving the seated position on the seat of the trailer by
the ASTM website.
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The last approved version of this historical standard is referenced on
www.astm.org.
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Available from American National Standards Institute (ANSI), 25 W. 43rd St., Code of Federal Regulations, available from U.S. Government Printing Office,
4th Floor, New York, NY 10036, http://www.ansi.org. Washington, DC 20402.
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means of a restraint system (designed by the manufacturer) 4.5 Materials:
when used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 4.5.1 All nonmetallic materials that compose structural
components will be subjected to either (1) 100 h of accelerated
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This document is not anASTM standard and is intended only to provide the user of anASTM standard an indication of what changes have been made to the previous version. Because
it 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 version
of the standard as published by ASTM is to be considered the official document.
An American National Standard
Designation:F1975–02 Designation: F 1975 – 09
Standard Specification for
Nonpowered Bicycle Trailers Designed for Human
1
Passengers
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F 1975; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope
1.1 This specification covers nonpowered trailers intended to be pulled behind bicycles in order to transport one or two children
with accessory loads with a maximum weight of 45.4 kg (100 lb). It includes test methods for confirming that this specification
is satisfied.
1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The units given in parentheses are for information only.
1.3 The following caveat pertains only to the test methods portion, Section 5, of this specification: This standard does not
purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to
establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
2. Referenced Documents
2
2.1 ASTM Standards:
B117 Practice for Operating Salt Spray (Fog) Apparatus
D 1230 Test Method for Flammability of Apparel Textiles
D 4329 Practice for Fluorescent UV Exposure of Plastics
G23 Practice for Operating Light-Exposure Apparatus (Carbon-Arc Type) With and Without Water for Exposure of
3
Nonmetallic Materials (Discontinued 2001)
4
2.2 ANSI Standard:
ANSI Z535.4, Product Safety Signs and Labels
5
2.3 Federal Standards:
Title 16, CFR 1500.3(b)(4)(i) Hazardous Substance
Title 16, CFR 1500.3(c)(6)(vi) Flame Testing
Title 16, CFR 1500.44 Flammability
Title 16, CFR 1500.48 Sharp Points
Title 16, CFR 1500.49 Sharp Edges
Title 16, CFR 1501 Small Parts
Title 16, CFR 1303 Lead in Coatings
Title 16, CFR 1512 Requirements for Bicycles, Sections:
1512.18(n), Reflector Test
3. Terminology
3.1 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
3.1.1 backrest, n—the segment of the seat that is designed to support the occupant’s back.This may or may not include support
for the upper body, including the head and neck.
3.1.2 bicycle trailer (trailer), n—a transporting device designed to provide a restrained seating position to one or more
occupants, with fastening arrangements for attaching the device, and towing it, behind a bicycle.
1
This specification is under the jurisdiction ofASTM Committee F08on Sports Equipment and Facilities and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee and is the direct
responsibility of Subcommittee F08.10 on Bicycles.
Current edition approved May 10, 2002. Published June 2002. Originally published as F1975–99. Last previous edition F1975–00.
Current edition approved Feb. 1, 2009. Published February 2009. Originally approved in 1999. Last previous edition approved in 2002 as F 1975 – 02.
2
For referencedASTM standards, visit theASTM website, www.astm.org, or contactASTM Customer Service at [e-mail]. For Annual Book of ASTM Standards
volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on the ASTM website.
3
Withdrawn. The last approved version of this historical standard is referenced on www.astm.org.
4
Code of Federal Regulations, available from U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402.
4
Available from American National Standards Institute (ANSI), 25 W. 43rd St., 4th Floor, New York, NY 10036, http://www.ansi.org.
5
Code of Federal Regulations, available from U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402.
Copyright © ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959, United States.
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3.1.3 hard horizontal surface, n—a surface, perpendicular to the direction of gravity, such as level ground or building floor,
whose surface is either concrete, pavement, or similar rigid material whose deflection, while carrying the weight of a fully loaded
trailer, does not exceed 12.7 mm (0.5 in.) from the unloaded horizontal plane at any point.
3.1.4 normal use, n—applications described as intended use for the product found within the manufacturer’s instructional
literature.
3.1.5 normal use temperatures, n—temperature range within which it should be anticipated that the trailer may be used to
transport children. The rang
...

This document is not anASTM standard and is intended only to provide the user of anASTM standard an indication of what changes have been made to the previous version. Because
it 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 version
of the standard as published by ASTM is to be considered the official document.
An American National Standard
Designation:F1975–02 Designation: F 1975 – 09
Standard Specification for
Nonpowered Bicycle Trailers Designed for Human
1
Passengers
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F 1975; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope
1.1 This specification covers nonpowered trailers intended to be pulled behind bicycles in order to transport one or two children
with accessory loads with a maximum weight of 45.4 kg (100 lb). It includes test methods for confirming that this specification
is satisfied.
1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The units given in parentheses are for information only.
1.3 The following caveat pertains only to the test methods portion, Section 5, of this specification: This standard does not
purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to
establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
2. Referenced Documents
2
2.1 ASTM Standards:
B117 Practice for Operating Salt Spray (Fog) Apparatus
D 1230 Test Method for Flammability of Apparel Textiles
D 4329 Practice for Fluorescent UV Exposure of Plastics
G23 Practice for Operating Light-Exposure Apparatus (Carbon-Arc Type) With and Without Water for Exposure of
3
Nonmetallic Materials (Discontinued 2001)
4
2.2 ANSI Standard:
ANSI Z535.4, Product Safety Signs and Labels
5
2.3 Federal Standards:
Title 16, CFR 1500.3(b)(4)(i) Hazardous Substance
Title 16, CFR 1500.3(c)(6)(vi) Flame Testing
Title 16, CFR 1500.44 Flammability
Title 16, CFR 1500.48 Sharp Points
Title 16, CFR 1500.49 Sharp Edges
Title 16, CFR 1501 Small Parts
Title 16, CFR 1303 Lead in Coatings
Title 16, CFR 1512 Requirements for Bicycles, Sections:
1512.18(n), Reflector Test
3. Terminology
3.1 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
3.1.1 backrest, n—the segment of the seat that is designed to support the occupant’s back.This may or may not include support
for the upper body, including the head and neck.
3.1.2 bicycle trailer (trailer), n—a transporting device designed to provide a restrained seating position to one or more
occupants, with fastening arrangements for attaching the device, and towing it, behind a bicycle.
1
This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F08 on Sports Equipment and Facilities and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee F08.10 on
Bicycles.
Current edition approved May 10, 2002. Published June 2002. Originally published as F1975–99. Last previous edition F1975–00.
1
This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F08and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee F08.10 on Bicycles.
Current edition approved Feb. 1, 2009. Published February 2009. Originally approved in 1999. Last previous edition approved in 2002 as F 1975 – 02.
2
For referencedASTM standards, visit theASTM website, www.astm.org, or contactASTM Customer Service at [e-mail]. For Annual Book of ASTM Standards
volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on the ASTM website.
3
Withdrawn. The last approved version of this historical standard is referenced on www.astm.org.
4
Code of Federal Regulations, available from U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402.
4
Available from American National Standards Institute (ANSI), 25 W. 43rd St., 4th Floor, New York, NY 10036, http://www.ansi.org.
5
Code of Federal Regulations, available from U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402.
Copyright © ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959, United States.
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3.1.3 hard horizontal surface, n—a surface, perpendicular to the direction of gravity, such as level ground or building floor,
whose surface is either concrete, pavement, or similar rigid material whose deflection, while carrying the weight of a fully loaded
trailer, does not exceed 12.7 mm (0.5 in.) from the unloaded horizontal plane at any point.
3.1.4 normal use, n—applications described as intended use for the product found within the manufacturer’s instructional
literature.
3.1.5 normal use temperatures, n—temperature range within wh
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