SIST EN 14803:2006

Identification and/or determination of the quantity of waste

This European Standard specifies general requirements and verifications for methods of identification of waste containers and/or determination of the quantity of waste including:
3   safety requirements;
3   interface requirements and performances;
3   data to be treated and their integrity.
This European Standard is applicable to systems for handling containers conforming to EN 840.
NOTE   Although this European Standard does not cover systems for handling containers not conforming to EN 840, it is recommended to apply the requirements of this document to these systems as far as possible.
This European Standard is applicable to systems both for billing and not for billing.

Identifikation und/oder Mengenbestimmung von Abfall

Dieses Europäischen Norm legt allgemeine Anforderungen und deren Prüfungen für Verfahren zur Identifikation von Abfallsammelbehältern und/oder Mengenbestimmung von Abfall fest, wobei Folgendes eingeschlossen ist:
-   Sicherheitsanforderungen;
-   Anforderungen an Schnittstellen und Leistungsmerkmale;
-   zu bearbeitende Daten sowie deren Vollständigkeit.
Diese Europäische Norm ist auf Systeme für die Handhabung von Behältern nach EN 840 anwendbar.
ANMERKUNG   Obwohl diese Europäische Norm nur Systeme für die Behälter nach EN 840 abdeckt, wird empfohlen, die Anforderungen dieses Dokuments so weit wie möglich auch auf andere Systeme anzuwenden.
Diese Europäische Norm ist sowohl auf Systeme mit und ohne Gebührenerfassung anwendbar.

Identification et/ou détermination de la quantité de déchets

La présente Norme européenne spécifie les exigences générales et les vérifications relatives aux méthodes d’identification des conteneurs a déchets et/ou de détermination de la quantité des déchets, notamment :
les exigences de sécurité ;
les exigences et performances de l'interface ;
les données a traiter et leur intégrité.
La présente Norme européenne s'applique aux systemes de préhension des conteneurs conformément a l'EN 840.
NOTE   Bien que la présente Norme européenne ne concerne pas les systemes de préhension des conteneurs non conformes a l'EN 840, il est conseillé, dans la mesure du possible, d'appliquer les exigences du présent document a ces systemes.
La présente Norme européenne s'applique aux systemes dédiés ou non dédiés a la facturation.

Identifikacija in/ali ugotavljanje količine odpadkov

General Information

• Status: Withdrawn
• Publication Date: 30-Apr-2006
• Withdrawal Date: 10-Jun-2020
• ICS: 13.030.01 - Wastes in general
• Technical Committee: I13 - Imaginarni 13
• Current Stage: 9900 - Withdrawal (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 11-Jun-2020
• Due Date: 04-Jul-2020
• Completion Date: 11-Jun-2020
• Ref Project: EN 14803:2006 - Identification and/or determination of the quantity of waste

Relations

• Replaced By: SIST EN 14803:2020 - Identification and/or determination of the quantity of waste
• Effective Date: 10-Jun-2020
• Revised: SIST EN 14803:2020 - Identification and/or determination of the quantity of waste
• Effective Date: 07-Feb-2018

Standards Content (Sample)

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
SIST EN 14803:2006
01-maj-2006
,GHQWLILNDFLMDLQDOLXJRWDYOMDQMHNROLþLQHRGSDGNRY
Identification and/or determination of the quantity of waste
Identifikation und/oder Mengenbestimmung von Abfall
Identification et/ou détermination de la quantité de déchets
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 14803:2006
ICS:
13.030.01 Odpadki na splošno Wastes in general
SIST EN 14803:2006 en,fr,de
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

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EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN 14803
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
March 2006
ICS 13.030.01

English Version
Identification and/or determination of the quantity of waste
Identification et/ou détermination de la quantité de déchets Identifikation und /oder Mengenbestimmung von Abfall
This European Standard was approved by CEN on 28 December 2005.
CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving 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 Central Secretariat or to any CEN member.
This European Standard exists in three official 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 Central Secretariat has the same status as the official
versions.
CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France,
Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania,
Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.
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© 2006 CEN All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved Ref. No. EN 14803:2006: E
worldwide for CEN national Members.

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Contents
Page
Foreword .4
Introduction.5
1 Scope .6
2 Normative references .6
3 Terms and definitions.7
4 Requirements .10
4.1 General requirements on safety and health.10
4.2 Data carriers .11
4.3 Sensing devices.13
4.4 On Board Computer (OBC).15
4.5 Data processing centre (DPC).15
4.6 Data structure and transfer .16
4.7 Integrity of data .18
Annex A (normative) Positions of transponders on waste containers to be handled by
the comb lifting device with identification .19
Annex B (normative) Positions of optical data carriers (dot code/bar code labels) on waste
containers.21
Annex C (informative) Recommended positions of transponders on waste containers to be
handled by lifting devices other than the comb lifting device defined in A.2 .23
Annex D (normative) Integration of systems for ID and DQW on lifting devices – requirements .27
Annex E (normative) Application and registration procedures for manufacturers/suppliers.28
Bibliography.31

Figures
Figure A.1 — Comb lifting device with identification. 19
Figure B.1 — Definition of lifting level . 22
Figure C.1 — Transponder attached to a rib. 23
Figure C.2 — Transponder attached to the waste container body . 24
Figure C.3 — Transponder position on waste containers for trunnion or other lifting device (I). 25
Figure C.4 — Transponder position on waste container for trunnion lifting device (II), view on
emptying side. 25
Figure C.5 — Transponder position on BG receiver. 26

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Tables
Table 1 — Requirements and tests for transponders . 12
Table 2 — Test requirements and acceptance criteria for bar code/dot code stickers. 13
Table 3 — Test requirements for sensing devices. 14
Table 4 — Code structure of the unique identification in the transponder . 17
Table A.1 — Transponder positions. 20
Table B.1 — Positions of optical data carriers . 21

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Foreword
This European Standard (EN 14803:2006) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 183 “Waste
management”, the secretariat of which is held by DIN.
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 September 2006, and conflicting national standards shall be
withdrawn at the latest by September 2006.
According to the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations of the following
countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Czech Republic,
Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania,
Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden,
Switzerland and United Kingdom.
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Introduction
CEN and CENELEC draw attention to the fact that it is claimed that compliance with this European Standard
may involve the use of a patent concerning systems for identification and/or determination of the quantity of
waste described within this European Standard.
CEN and CENELEC take no position concerning the evidence, validity and scope of this patent right.
The holder of this patent right has assured CEN and CENELEC that he/she is willing to negotiate licences
under reasonable and non-discriminatory terms and conditions with applicants throughout the world. In this
respect, the statement of the holder of this patent right is registered with CEN and CENELEC. Information
may be obtained from:
Plastic Omnium
1, rue du Parc
92593 Levallois Cedex
France
Envicomp Systemlogistik GmbH & Co. KG
Bielitzer Str. 42
33699 Bielefeld
Germany
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this European Standard may be the subject
of patent rights other than those identified above. CEN and CENELEC shall not be held responsible for
identifying any or all such patent rights.

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1 Scope
This European Standard specifies general requirements and verifications for methods of identification of waste
containers and/or determination of the quantity of waste including:
 safety requirements;
 interface requirements and performances;
 data to be treated and their integrity.
This European Standard is applicable to systems for handling containers conforming to EN 840.
NOTE Although this European Standard does not cover systems for handling containers not conforming to EN 840, it is
recommended to apply the requirements of this document to these systems as far as possible.
This European Standard is applicable to systems both for billing and not for billing.
2 Normative references
The following referenced documents are indispensable for the application of this European Standard. For
dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced
document (including any amendments) applies.
EN 840-1, Mobile waste containers — Part 1: Containers with 2 wheels with a capacity up to 400 l for comb
lifting devices — Dimensions and design
EN 840-2, Mobile waste containers — Part 2: Containers with 4 wheels, with a capacity up to 1 300 l with flat
(lid(s), for trunnion and/or comb lifting devices — Dimensions and design
EN 840-3, Mobile waste containers — Part 3: Containers with 4 wheels with a capacity up to 1 300 l with
dome lid(s), for trunnion and/or comb lifting devices — Dimensions and design
EN 840-4, Mobile waste containers — Part 4: Containers with 4 wheels with a capacity up to 1 700 l with flat
lid(s), for wide trunnion or BG- and/or wide comb lifting devices — Dimensions and design
EN 840-5, Mobile waste containers — Part 5: Performance requirements and test methods
EN 840-6, Mobile waste containers — Part 6: Safety and health requirements
EN 1501 (all parts), Refuse collection vehicles and their associated lifting devices — General requirements
and safety requirements
EN 45501:1992, Metrological aspects of non-automatic weighing instruments
EN 60068-2-1, Environmental testing — Part 2: Tests; tests A: Cold (IEC 60068-2-1:1990)
EN 60068-2-2, Basic environmental testing procedures — Part 2: Tests — Tests B: Dry heat
(IEC 60068 2-2:1974 + IEC 60068-2-2A:1976)
EN 60068-2-6, Environmental testing — Part 2: Tests — Test Fc: Vibration (sinusoidal) (IEC 60068-2-6:1995
+ Corrigendum 1995)
EN 60068-2-27, Basic environmental testing procedures — Part 2: Tests — Test Ea and guidance: Shock
(IEC 60068-2-27:1987)
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EN 60068-2-38, Environmental testing — Part 2: Tests — Test Z/AD: Composite temperature/humidity cyclic
test (IEC 60068-38:1974)
EN 60204-1, Safety of machinery — Electrical equipment of machines — Part 1: General requirements (IEC
60204-1:1997)
EN ISO 7250, Basic human body measurements for technological design (ISO 7250:1996)
OIML R 51, Automatic catchweighing instruments
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this European Standard, the following terms and definitions apply.
3.1
identification (ID)
process which consists in accurately recognising and verifying a waste container by reading a data carrier
3.2
determination of the quantity of waste (DQW)
determination of the waste volume stored within the receptacle and/or weighing of the waste mass and/or
counting of emptying operations
3.3
data carrier
device carrying data which can be recognised by an electro-magnetic, optical or other reading device
3.4
interface (IF)
boundary linking two systems
NOTE The interface could be a mechanical interface, a data interface, an electrical interface etc.
For the purposes of this document interfaces (IF) are numbered as follows:
Data —IF3— On Board —IF2— Sensing —IF1— Container
Processing Computer devices
Centre (OBC)
(DPC)

3.5
manipulation
deliberate and unauthorized modification, addition, omission or suppression of signals or data or procedures
or components
3.6
malfunction
non-deliberate modification, addition, omission or suppression of signals or data
3.7
data processing

3.7.1
storage
recording of data relating to the collection of waste
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3.7.2
transfer
process or method of transmitting data relating to the collection of waste
3.7.3
read
process of retrieving data from some machine-readable medium and, as appropriate, the contention and error
control management, and channel and source decoding required to recover and communicate the data
entered at source
3.7.4
read only (RO)
distinguishing a transponder in which the data is stored in an unchangeable manner and can therefore only be
read
3.7.5
read/write (R/W)
applied to a radio frequency identification system, it is the ability both read data from a transponder and to
change data (write process) using a suitable programming device
3.7.6
write once/read many (WORM)
distinguishing a transponder that can be partly or totally programmed once by the user, and thereafter only
read
3.7.7
sensing device
system with one or more sensors which detects and/or processes and transfers signals and/or data (e.g.
scanner + decoder, load cell + processing unit)
3.7.8
encryption
means of securing data, often applied to a plain or clear text, by converting it to a form that is unintelligible in
the absence of an appropriate decryption key
3.8
identification systems

3.8.1
transponder
data carrier (also called “electromagnetic label”) associated with the object to be identified. The transponder is
intended to receive a radio frequency signal and to return a different radio frequency signal containing relevant
information
3.8.2
bar code symbol
data carrier made up of an array of parallel rectangular bars and spaces, arranged according to the
encodation rules of a particular symbol specification in order to represent data in machine readable form
NOTE This term and definition were adapted from EN 1556:1998.
3.8.3
dot code symbol
data carrier made up of a series of dots, arranged according to the encodation rules of a particular symbol
specification in order to represent data in machine readable form
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3.8.4
positioning system by geographical co-ordinates (GPS)
identification of a location with geographical co-ordinates (e.g. longitude, latitude, altitude)
3.8.5
antenna
electronic component which emits or receives energy to/from a data carrier within a radio frequency spectrum
NOTE Antennas are also used to receive data from GPS satellites.
3.8.6
transponder reader
sensing device which, with an antenna, transmits a radio signal according to a given frequency towards one or
more transponders and receives a signal back. The reader is used to establish dialogue without contact with
the transponder and to exchange data
3.8.7
bar code reader
sensing device used to capture the data encoded in a bar code symbol. It consists of two parts: a) the scanner,
an input device which sends signals proportional to the reflectivity of each successive element of the symbol
to the decoder, and b) the decoder, which examines the signals from the scanner and translates them into
recognisable or computer-compatible data. The decoder itself is sometimes erroneously called a reader
[EN 1556:1998]
3.8.8
dot code reader
sensing device used to capture the data encoded in a dot code symbol. It consists of two parts: a) the scanner,
an input device which sends signal proportional to the reflexivity of each successive element of the symbol to
the decoder, and b) the decoder, which examines the signals from the scanner and translates them into
recognisable or computer compatible data. The decoder itself is sometimes erroneously called a reader
3.9
systems for the determination of the quantity of waste (DQW systems)

3.9.1
volume determination
determination of the waste volume stored within the receptacle
3.9.2
weighing
determination of the waste mass
3.9.3
static weighing
determination of the mass after the weighing instrument has detected that the mass indication has ‘no motion’.
The detection of ‘no motion’ is done according to the regulations written in EN 45501
3.9.4
dynamic weighing
determination of the mass while the container to be weighed is in motion
3.9.5
automatic weighing instrument
instrument that weighs without the intervention of an operator and follows a pre-determined program of
automatic process characteristic of the instrument
[OIML R51]
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3.9.6
non-automatic weighing instrument
instrument that requires the intervention of an operator during the weighing process, for example to deposit on
or remove from the receptor the load to be measured and also to obtain the result
[EN 45501:1992]
3.9.7
volume level determination
determination of the quantity of waste inside a receptacle with a certain known volume, by measuring the
filling level of that receptacle
3.9.8
on board computer (OBC)
electronic device for storing and receiving data and performing calculations. The OBC is fitted on the refuse
collection vehicle. The OBC transfers data from/to sensing devices and to/from the data processing centre
(DPC)
3.9.9
data processing centre (DPC)
electronic device for storing and receiving data and performing calculations separate from the vehicle. The
DPC transfers data from/to OBCs
4 Requirements
4.1 General requirements on safety and health
4.1.1 Every component and procedure for identification (ID) and/or determination of the quantity of waste
(DQW) shall not influence the safety and/or on the correct operation of the refuse collection vehicle (RCV)
including the lifting device.
4.1.2 The fitting of components to the waste container shall not have any influence on the safe use of the
waste container.
4.1.3 All components for ID and DQW, when used on vehicles conforming to EN 1501, shall conform to the
EMC requirements as defined in EN 1501.
4.1.4 If an existing RCV or lifting device is modified by fitting an ID or DQW system then the conformity
with EN 1501 and relevant standards shall be checked again.
If the fitting of the sensing devices changes one or more characteristics of the RCV and its associated lifting
device (maximum permissible mass, operating…), new characteristics shall be included in the documentation
of the RCV and of the lifting device.
A lifting device equipped with systems for ID and DQW shall fulfil the requirements defined in Annex D
NOTE Attention is drawn to the conformity with the requirements of the Machinery Directive (98/37/EC) and the EMC
Directives (89/336/EC, 95/54/EC) if an existing refuse collection vehicle or lifting device is modified by fitting an ID or DQW
system.
4.1.5 The system consisting of the OBC and the sensing devices for ID and for DQW shall be galvanically
separated from the controlling unit of the lifting device and shall not negatively affect the functions of the
chassis, bodywork and lifting device.
4.1.6 The components for ID and DQW shall be fitted in such a way that they do not generate any risk for
any person (driver, operator, other person) under normal and emergency situations.
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4.1.7 Where handling of elements by persons is necessary, dimensions of related devices shall be based
on EN ISO 7250.
4.1.8 All electrical systems shall conform to EN 60204-1.
4.1.9 Every component shall be installed in accordance with the instructions of its manufacturer.
4.2 Data carriers
4.2.1 Positioning on the container
4.2.1.1 Manufacturers instructions
The manufacturer of ID devices shall provide detailed instructions on the assembly of fitting of data carriers on
the containers in particular regarding dimensions, tolerances and orientation.
4.2.1.2 Position
4.2.1.2.1 General
The position of data carriers on containers shall be such that safe and unambiguous communication with the
reader is possible and that the risk that the data carrier is damaged is minimal.
4.2.1.2.2 Transponder position for automatic reading or writing
If containers are lifted by the comb lifting device defined in A.2, the position of transponders shall be such that
the axis of the transponders are aligned with the position indicated in A.3. If containers are not lifted by the
comb lifting device defined in A.2, other positions can be used, for which recommendations are given in
informative Annex C.
4.2.1.2.3 Transponder position for manual reading or writing
The transponder position shall conform to ergonomic recommendations to allow the reading and the writing in
a proper position for the operator. The positions defined in A.3 conform to ergonomic recommendations.
4.2.1.2.4 Optical data carrier position (dot code/ bar code) for automatic reading
The optical data carrier position shall conform to one of the options in normative Annex B, depending on the
lifting device.
4.2.1.2.5 Optical data carrier (dot code/bar code) position for manual reading
The optical data carrier position shall conform to ergonomic recommendations to allow the reading and the
writing in a proper position for the operator. The positions defined in Annex B does not conform to ergonomic
recommendations. It is necessary in the case of using optical data carriers for both type of reading (automatic
and manual) to fit a redundant optical data carrier in a position compliant with ergonomic recommendations. It
is also possible to use a handled optical reader that allow the reading of the optical data carrier fitted in the
positions defined in Annex B in a proper position for the operator.
4.2.2 Performance
4.2.2.1 Transponders shall fulfil the requirements of Table 1, and continue to function correctly after the
tests.
4.2.2.2 Transponders shall remain securely fastened to the waste container and continue to function
correctly, after the waste container with the data carrier attached is tested in accordance with EN 840-5.
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4.2.2.3 Bar code and dot code stickers and their attachment to the container shall conform to Table 2.
Table 1 — Requirements and tests for transponders
Glass or plastic encapsulated
transponder
Characteristic
Operating temperature; - 25 °C to + 70 °C
RO, R/W and WORM
mechanical shock 200 g, half sine,
EN 60068-2-27, test Ea 3 ms, 2 axes
6 shocks per axis
Vibration 10 g, 10 Hz to 500 Hz, 2 axes,
EN 60068-2-6, test Fc 10 test cycles /axe
protection class IP 67

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Table 2 — Test requirements and acceptance criteria for bar code/dot code stickers
CHARACTERISTIC TEST METHOD ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA
Operating - 20 °C to Dry Heat test EN 60068-2-2, test Bd., No modification of colours,
temperature + 60 °C 72 h at + 60 °C no bubbles or blister,
no pouring of ink
Composite temperature / humidity cyclic
test EN 60068-2-38, 72 h at 50 °C in
humid room (95 % relative humidity)
Cold test EN 60068-2-1, 72 h at – 20 °C
Adhesion, ultimate 600 N/m pull the sticker off the surface with No strata separation shall
600 N/m occur
trial band width: 25 mm
Readability by Visual check by human, clear check fitting: the sticker
automatic instructions in the fitting manual of the shall have no blister or
identification stickers bubbles
Water resistance Sticker sticked on material of waste No modification of colours,
200 h immersion container: no bubbles or blister,
200 h immersion under water, water no pouring of ink
temperature + 50 °C
Solvent resistance Sticker sticked on material of waste No strata separation shall
container: occur
50 h immersion under diesel, diesel no modification of colours,
temperature + 10 °C no bubbles or blister,
50 h immersion under oil 10w40, oil no pouring of ink
temperature + 10 °C
Holding for high water temperature: 60 °C No strata separation shall
pressure washing water pressure: 115 bar, output occur
throwing kind of throwing: rake no modification of colours,
speed of throwing moving: 10 cm/s. no bubbles or blister,
throwing distance: 20 cm no pouring of ink
UV Resistance Exposition of 500 h, with a U.V. lamp No alteration on colours or
(lamp HPLR400) on a distance of 0,5 m other aspects (bubbles,
cracking)

4.3 Sensing devices
4.3.1 General requirements for all sensing devices for ID and DQW
4.3.1.1 Sensing devices including their wiring shall withstand the normal strains applied to their support.
4.3.1.2 The manufacturer of sensing devices shall provide detailed mounting instructions for the sensing
devices in particular regarding dimensions, tolerances and orientation, electrical specifications, information on
when during the lifting cycle and position of the lifting device the measuring takes place, and any other
information necessary for correct installation and operation.
4.3.1.3 Sensing devices shall be protected in such a way that any electrical short circuit does not result in
more damage.
4.3.1.4 Power supply
4.3.1.4.1 After a short electrical power interruption or electrical burst as defined in EN 45501, all sensing
devices shall resume their normal function. When such a power interruption occurs, only the weighing and
identification cycle taking place during the interruption may be influenced. All other data before shall remain
unchanged.
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4.3.1.4.2 If a power interruption longer than that defined in 4.3.1.4.1 occurs during ID or DQW operations,
the malfunction shall be indicated to the operator, and the sensing devices shall be automatically put out of
service. The return to normal operation shall only be possible after a reset operation of the ID and DQW
system by the operator. If power interruption occurs but not during ID or DQW operations, automatic return to
normal functioning shall take place.
4.3.1.4.3 The sensing devices shall continue to function correctly during the variations in the power supply
given in EN 45501.
4.3.1.4.4 Sensing devices operated from battery power shall indicate whenever the voltage drops below
the minimum required value and shall under those circumstances either continue to function correctly, or be
automatically put out of service.
4.3.1.5 Sensing devices except contact-less optical readers with cameras shall have a degree of
protection of at least IP 65. Contact-less optical readers with cameras shall have a degree of protection of at
least IP 68.
4.3.1.6 Sensing devices shall continue to function correctly when tested in accordance with Table 3.
Table 3 — Test requirements for sensing devices
Devices mounted on the vehicle Devices mounted on the lifting device
body, excluding lifting device
Characteristic
Operating temperature -10 °C to + 40 °C Requirements shall be defined in
collaboration between manufacturer and
supplier of the vehicle.

Mechanical shock 20 g to 40 g,
EN 60068-2-27 10 ms,
6 shocks /axis
Vibration 5 g to 10 g/axle, 10 Hz to 300 Hz,
EN 60068-2-6 10 test cycles/axis

4.3.2 Additional requirements for identification systems
4.3.2.1 General requirements for all identification systems
The ID system shall have provisions that, upon each lift operation, the unique identification of the data carrier
is checked via the reader system’s internal firmware and tested for validity. The unique identification is then
passed to the OBC for further validity checks. If either system generates an error the OBC shall store this
error and also generate a signal that could be used to stop the lifter. This signal shall be generated by the
OBC and shall be selectable whether it stops the lifting cycle or not.
A procedure for further handling of detected errors shall be define
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