ASTM F 2642 : 2008 : R2015

1.1This consumer safety specification includes requirements for safe-use instructions and labeling to minimize the hazards to users of recreational powered scooters and pocket bikes. This specification is intended to cover safety instructions, labeling, and maintenance for products for:

1.2This specification is intended to reduce hazards, other than those inherent to the users of these units during normal intended use and within manufacturers’ safety guidelines.

1.3This specification is not intended for non powered scooters (Consumer Safety Specification F2264), battery powered ride-on toys (Consumer Safety Specification F963), motorcycles, skateboards, all terrain vehicles (ATVs), go-karts (Practice F2007), fun-karts (Safety Guide F1928), snowmobiles, motorized trail bikes, lawn mowers, or motorized wheelchairs including mobility scooters.

1.4This specification is not intended for units designed for “Adult Use Only” and that are prominently labeled and marked as such.

1.5This specification is not intended for units designed or licensed for roadway use or regulated by transportation regulations (that is, Department of Transportation (DOT) or state).

1.6The values given in SI units are to be considered as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.

1.7This 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.