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BS EN 13759:2012

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Furniture. Operating mechanisms for seating and sofa-beds. Test methods

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Hardcopy , PDF

Language(s)

English

Published date

11-30-2012

Foreword
1 Scope
2 Terms and definitions
3 General test conditions
4 Test apparatus
5 Test procedure
6 Test report

Describes test methods for the determination of the durability of hand and power operated reclining mechanisms for adult seating.

This European Standard specifies test methods for the determination of the durability of hand and power operated reclining mechanisms for adult seating. It also specifies test methods for the determination of the durability of mechanisms for converting sofas and chairs into beds. The test methods are based on use by a person weighing up to 110 kg. Requirements for the durability of reclining mechanisms are not included within this standard. Test methods for strength and durability of the structure are not included. It does not apply to the safety of electrically driven seating which is covered by the machinery, low voltage and EMC directives. It does not apply to tilting and reclining mechanisms fitted to work chairs.

Committee
FW/0/2
DevelopmentNote
Supersedes DD ENV 13759 & 09/30206385 DC. (11/2012)
DocumentType
Standard
Pages
12
PublisherName
British Standards Institution
Status
Current
Supersedes
UnderRevision

Standards Relationship
EN 13759:2012 Identical

BS 8474:2013 Furniture. Chairs with electrically operated support surfaces. Requirements
13/30258052 DC : 0 BS 8474 - FURNITURE - CHAIRS WITH ELECTRICALLY OPERATED SUPPORT SURFACES - REQUIREMENTS

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