Abstract

Specifies requirements for battery-operated vehicles (truck and tractors) which incorporate a storage battery of the lead-acid type as the source of power, which may be all-electric or electrohydraulic in operation, and which may be used where flammable gases or vapours may be present.

RECONFIRMATION NOTICE
Technical Committee EL-014 has reviewed the content of this publication and in accordance with Standards Australia procedures for reconfirmation, it has been determined that the publication is still valid and does not require change.
Certain documents referenced in the publication may have been amended since the original date of publication. Users are advised to ensure that they are using the latest versions of such documents as appropriate, unless advised otherwise in this Reconfirmation Notice.
Approved for reconfirmation in accordance with Standards Australia procedures for reconfirmation on 8 April 2013.
The following are represented on Technical Committee EL-014:

Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Australian Industry Group
Australian Institute of Petroleum
Australian Petroleum Production and Exploration Association
Australian Pipeline Industry Association
Aviation and Marine Engineers Association
Bureau of Steel Manufacturers of Australia
Department of Natural Resources and Mines, QLD
Department of Trade and Investment, Regional Infrastructure and Services, NSW
Electrical Compliance Testing Association
Electrical Contractors Association of New Zealand
Engineers Australia
Institute of Electrical Inspectors
Institution of Professional Engineers New Zealand
Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (New Zealand)
New Zealand Employers and Manufacturers Association (Central)
WorkCover New South Wales

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Scope

This Standard applies to battery-operated vehicles (i.e. trucks and tractors) which incorporate a storage battery of the lead-acid type as the source of power, which may be all-electric or electrohydraulic in operation, and which may be used where flammable gases or vapours may be present in the atmosphere. It does not apply to battery-operated vehicles within the scope of AS 2595.1.

The Standard prescribes requirements for the electrical components and those mechanical or hydraulic components which may be capable of producing arcs, sparks, or hot surfaces that will present a fire or explosion hazard in the presence of flammable gases or vapours. It also prescribes the tests to which certain components will be subjected to establish their compliance with this Standard. Hazards other than the ignition of gases or vapours are excluded from this Standard.

NOTE: Some authorities require that battery-operated vehicles, in addition to complying with this Standard, also comply with AS 2359.1.

General Product Information

Published
Document Type	Standard
Status	Current
Publisher	Standards Australia
ProductNote	Reconfirmed 18-07-2013
Pages
ISBN
Committee	EL-014
Under Revision	DR 06458
Supersedes	AS 1915-1983