Norsk Standard MFM

NS-EN 474-1 :2006+A3:2013

EN 474-1 :2006+A3:2013 (E)

Annex B (normative)

Requirements for attachment and attachment bracket

8.1 Attachment

8.1.1 General

The machine manufacturer shall define the range of attachments intended to be used with the machine and establish the criteria for the safe fitting and use of the attachment.

Requirements for lifting device(s) used for object handling are defined in Annex E.

8.1.2 Identification

The attachment shall be permanently marked with the following information:

manufacturer's name and address;

type denomination (e.g. part No.);

mass, expressed in kilograms (kg);

working circuit pressure, expressed in pascal (Pa), if relevant;

capacity of attachment, e.g. expressed in cubic metres (m\ if relevant

NOTE

Interchangeable equipment should bear CE marking within the EEA

8.1.3 Instructions

The attachment manufacturer shall provide instructions concerning mounting and use of the attachment.

8.2 Attachment bracket (quick coupling)

8.2.1 Engagement and locking

Engagement

8.2.1.1

The attachment bracket shall have an engagement system that meets the following requirements:

a) It shall be a positive engagement system, or a wedge type system or a force locked system A friction system is not allowed.

NOTE A positive engagement system is one which retains the attachment in the normal working position by a system of at least two components that engage each other perpendicular to the working forces, that is; the working forces do not tend to cause disengagement.

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