Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2016/1788Show full title

ANNEX II U.K.

Annexes III, V, VIII, IX, X, XIII to XVIII, XXI to XXIV, XXVI and XXIX to Delegated Regulation (EU) No 1322/2014 are amended as follows:

(1)

Annex III is amended as follows:

(a)

in point 5.2, Table 1 is replaced by the following:

‘Table 1

List of requirements which may be subject to virtual testing

Delegated act reference	Annex No	Requirements	Restrictions/comments
Regulation (EU) No 1322/2014	IX	continuous or interrupted roll over behaviour in case of a laterally overturning narrow track tractor with a protective frame mounted in front of the driver’s seat	Section B4
Regulation (EU) No 1322/2014	XV	Requirements applying to operating space and to access to the driving position	Only requirements related to dimensions and positioning
Regulation (EU) 2015/208	VII	Requirements on the field of vision and windscreen wipers	Only requirements related to dimensions, positioning and visibility
Regulation (EU) 2015/208	IX	Requirements on rear view mirrors	Only requirements related to dimensions, positioning and visibility
Regulation (EU) 2015/208	XII	Requirements on lighting installation	Only requirements related to dimensions, positioning and visibility in point 5 and 6 (with the exception of colorimetric or photometric requirements)
Regulation (EU) 2015/208	XIII	Requirements on vehicle occupant protection, including interior fittings, head restraints, seat belts, vehicle doors	Part 2 Only requirements related to dimensions, including detailed shape, and positioning
Regulation (EU) 2015/208	XIV	Requirements on vehicle exterior and accessories	Only requirements related to dimensions, including detailed shape, and positioning’

(b)

point 6.2.2 is replaced by the following:

‘6.2.2. Validation process of the mathematical model

The mathematical model shall be validated in comparison with the actual test conditions. A physical test shall be conducted for the purposes of comparing the results obtained when using the mathematical model with the results of a physical test. Comparability of the test results shall be proven. For that purpose, manufacturers shall provide the technical service with a correlation report containing the information on the mathematical model and the correlation between the results obtained with such model and those obtained in the physical tests in accordance with the scheme set out in point 6.1. A validation report, confirming the compliance of the mathematical model, shall be drafted by the manufacturer or by the technical service and submitted to the approval authority. Any change made to the mathematical model or to the software likely to invalidate the validation report shall be brought to the attention of the approval authority, which may require that a new validation process is conducted. The flow chart of the validation process is shown in Figure 1 of point 7.’

(c)

the following points 6.2.7 and 6.2.8 are inserted:

‘6.2.7. Approval process when using virtual testing

The compliance with the requirements set out in Table 1 of point 5.2. may be demonstrated by virtual testing procedures only if these are carried out in accordance with a mathematical model validated in accordance with the requirements set out in point 6.2.2. The applicability and restrictions of the model shall be agreed with the technical services and shall be subject to the approval of the approval authority.

6.2.8. Virtual testing test report

A test report of the virtual testing results shall be provided by the technical service. The test report should be coherent with the correlation report and the validation report and shall include at least the following elements: the building of a virtual prototype, the simulation inputs and the simulation results related to the technical requirements.’

(2)

Annex V is amended as follows:

(a)

the following point 4.4 is inserted:

‘4.4. Point 4.1.2 shall apply from 1.7.2021.

However, manufacturers of vehicles of R- and S-category that do not employ diagnostic tools or a physical or wireless communication with the on-board electronic control unit(s) for the purposes of diagnostics or reprogramming of their vehicles are exempted from the obligations set out in point 4.1.2.’

(b)

point 6.2 is replaced by the following:

‘6.2. Vehicles, systems, components and separate technical units covered by point 6.1 shall be listed on the manufacturer’s repair and maintenance information website.’

(c)

in Appendix 1, point 2.5 and points 2.5.1 to 2.5.4 are replaced by the following:

‘2.5. Reprogramming and diagnostics of control units for the purposes of recalibration after a repair or loading software to a replacement ECU or recoding or reinitialising replacement parts or components, must allow the use of non-proprietary hardware.

2.5.1. Reprogramming and diagnostics (PC-VCI communication interface) shall be conducted in accordance with either ISO 22900-2, SAE J2534 or TMC RP1210 from 1.7.2021;

However, the first paragraph shall apply from 1.7.2023 to the following manufacturers:

(a)

manufacturers of vehicles of R- and S-category;

(b)

manufacturers of vehicles of T- and C-category whose production is below the limits set out in point 6.1 of this Annex;

(c)

manufacturers of systems, components or separate technical units whose production is below the limits set out in point 6.1 of this Annex.

2.5.2. Ethernet, serial cable or Local Area Network (LAN) interface and alternative media like Compact Disc (CD), Digital Versatile Disc (DVD) or solid state memory device may also be used, but on the condition that no proprietary communication software (e.g. drivers or plug-ins) and hardware is required. For the validation of the compatibility of the manufacturer-specific application and the vehicle communication interfaces (VCI) complying to ISO 22900-2, SAE J2534 or TMC RP1210, the manufacturer shall offer either a validation of independently developed VCIs or the information, and loan of any special hardware, required for a VCI manufacturer to conduct such validation himself. The conditions set out in Article 55 of Regulation (EU) No 167/2013 shall apply to fees for such validation or information and hardware.

2.5.3. Co-existence of vehicle manufacturers’ software shall be ensured from 1.7.2021;

However, the first paragraph shall apply from 1.7.2023 to the following manufacturers:

(a)

manufacturers of vehicles of R- and S-category;

(b)

manufacturers of vehicles of T- and C-category whose production is below the limits set out in point 6.1 of this Annex;

(c)

manufacturers of systems, components or separate technical units whose production is below the limits set out in point 6.1 of this Annex.

2.5.4. To ensure communication between the vehicle and diagnostic tools, the following standards shall apply for the physical diagnostic connectors between VCI and vehicle: SAE J1939-13, ISO 11783-2, ISO 15031-3 and ISO 13400-4.’

(3)

in Annex VIII, figure 4.3.b is replaced by the following:

‘Figure 4.3.b Two-post ROPS

’

(4)

in section B1 of Annex IX, point 3.1.4.3.3 is replaced by the following:

‘3.1.4.3.3. The computer programme (BASIC) for determining the continuous or interrupted roll-over behaviour of a laterally overturning narrow-track tractor with a front-mounted roll-over protective structure is described in section B4, with examples 6.1 to 6.11.’

(5)

in section B2 of Annex X, point 4.2.1.6 is replaced by the following:

‘4.2.1.6. Additional impact tests

If cracks or tears which cannot be considered negligible appear during an impact test, a second, similar test, but with a height of fall of:

shall be performed immediately after the impact tests causing these tears or cracks to appear, “a” being the ratio of the permanent deformation (Dp) to the elastic deformation (De):

as measured at the point of impact. The additional permanent deformation due to the second impact shall not exceed 30 per cent of the permanent deformation due to the first impact.

In order to be able to carry out the additional test, it is necessary to measure the elastic deformation during all the impact tests.’

(6)

Annex XIII is amended as follows:

(a)

point 1.3 is replaced by the following:

‘1.3. Measuring apparatus

A precision quality sound level meter shall be used meeting the requirements of the International Electrotechnical Commission Standards IEC 61672-1:2013 Electroacoustics - Sound level meters - Part 1: Specifications. Measurement shall be carried out with a frequency weighting network in conformity with curve A and set to give slow response as is described in the IEC publication.’

(b)

the following points 1.3.1, 1.3.2 and 1.3.3 are inserted:

‘1.3.1.

The equipment shall be calibrated frequently and, if possible, before each measuring session.

1.3.2.

An adequate technical description of measuring equipment shall be given in the test report.

1.3.3.

In the case of variable readings, the average of the maximum values shall be taken.’

(c)

in point 2.2.1, the second paragraph is replaced by the following:

‘The microphone diaphragm must face forward and the centre of the microphone must be 790 mm above and 150 mm forward of the Seat Reference Point (S) described in Appendix 8 to Annex XIV. Excessive vibration of the microphone must be avoided.’

(d)

in point 3.2.1, the second paragraph is replaced by the following:

‘The microphone diaphragm must face forward and the centre of the microphone must be 790 mm above and 150 mm forward of the Seat Reference Point (S) described in Appendix 8 to Annex XIV. Excessive vibration of the microphone must be avoided.’

(7)

Annex XIV is amended as follows:

(a)

in the table of point 1.14, the first row is replaced by the following:

‘Class I

tractors having an unladen mass of up to 3 600 kg;’

(b)

in point 2.6.2, the first indent is replaced by the following:

‘— for length measurements: ± 0,5 %,’;

(c)

point 3.5.3.2.7 is replaced by the following:

‘3.5.3.2.7. The measurements at the point of seat attachment and on the seat itself shall be made during the same run.

For measuring and recording the vibrations, an accelerometer, a measuring amplifier and a magnetic tape recorder, electronic system for data acquisition or direct-reading vibration meter shall be used. The specifications laid down in points 3.5.3.3.2 to 3.5.3.3.6 shall apply to those instruments.’

(d)

point 3.5.3.3.4 is replaced by the following:

‘3.5.3.3.4. Magnetic tape recorder or electronic data acquisition system

If a tape recorder or electronic system for data acquisition is used, it must have a maximum reproduction error of ± 3,5 % in a frequency range of 1 to 80 Hz, including change of tape speed during replay for analysis.’

(e)

the following section 4 is added:

‘4. Additional conditions for EU component type-approval of a seat

To be granted EU component type-approval, a seat shall, in addition to fulfilling the requirements set out in sections 2 and 3, satisfy the following conditions:

(a)

the range of adjustment as a function of the driver's mass extends from at least 50 to 120 kg;

(b)

the change in the angle of inclination measured during the lateral stability test does not exceed 5^o;

(c)

neither of the two values set in point 3.5.3.3.7.2 exceed 1,25 m/s²;

(d)

the ratio referred to in points 3.5.7.4 and 3.5.7.5 does not exceed the value of 2.’

(f)

in Appendix 5, footnote (2) is replaced by the following:

‘(2) The rearward inclination of the surface of the fitted seat cushion must be 3^o to 12^o in relation to the horizontal when measured with the loading device in accordance with Appendix 8. The choice of the angle of inclination within this class depends on the position when seated.’

(g)

in Appendix 8, the following point 2.1 is added:

‘2.1. Positioning of the seat

For the purposes of Annex XV, the seat reference point (S) shall be obtained with the seat set in the rearmost longitudinal position and at the mid-point of the height adjustment range. Seats having a suspension system, whether or not adjustable according to the driver's weight, must be set at the mid-point of the suspension travel.’

(8)

Annex XV is amended as follows:

(a)

in the table of point 4.2, the third row is replaced by the following:

‘height clearance:

125 mm minimum,’

(b)

in point 4.2.1, the second sentence is replaced by the following:

‘The vertical and horizontal distance between consecutive steps shall not be less than 150 mm; however, a tolerance of 20 mm between stages is allowed.’

(c)

in Appendix 1, Figure 6 is replaced by the following:

‘Figure 6 (Source:EN ISO 4254-1 No. 4.7)

’

(9)

in Annex XVI, in point 1, Table 1 is amended as follows:

(a)

the second row is replaced by the following:

‘ISO 500-1:2014(*)

X

–

X1)

X1)

X1)

X’

(b)

footnote (***) is deleted;

(10)

in Annex XVII, point 2.6 is replaced by the following:

‘2.6. The following securing devices shall be firmly attached either to the tractor mounting or to the protective device:

(a)

devices to secure quick-release mounting components;

(b)

components of protective devices which open without the aid of tools.’

(11)

in Annex XVIII, point 3.4 is replaced by the following:

‘3.4. Test result

Condition of acceptance

Permanent deformation of any system component and anchorage area is acceptable under the action of the forces specified in points 3.1 and 3.2. However, there shall be no failure allowing release of the seat belt system, seat assembly, or the seat adjustment locking mechanism.

The seat adjuster or locking device need not be operable after application of the test load.’

(12)

in Annex XXI, point 2.2 is replaced by the following:

‘2.2. The parts of the exhaust pipe which can be reached by the operator during normal operation of the tractor, as described in point 6.1 of Annex XVII, must be protected by means of segregation, guards or grids, so as to avoid the possibility of accidental contact with hot surfaces.’

(13)

Annex XXII is amended as follows:

(a)

in point 2, point (ag) is replaced by the following:

‘(ag) information about the location of the greasing points, the safe greasing process and greasing intervals (daily/monthly/yearly);’

(b)

in point 3, point (g) is replaced by the following:

‘(g) information about the maximum lift capacity of the three-point lifting mechanism and information on how to fix the three-point lifting mechanism laterally and vertically for road travel;’

(c)

in point 3, point (l) is replaced by the following:

‘(l) information about using implements with power take-off drive shafts and that the technically possible inclination of the shafts depend on the shape and size of the master shield and clearance zone, including instructions and specific warnings relating to:

(i)

coupling and releasing the power take-offs,

(ii)

use of tools or machines coupled to the rear power take-off,

(iii)

if applicable, use of PTO type 3 with reduced dimensions and the consequences and risks caused by the reduced dimension of the protective guard;’

(14)

Annex XXIII is amended as follows:

(a)

in point 1.2, the first sentence is replaced by the following:

‘Control devices must satisfy the corresponding applicable requirements set out in points 1.2.1 to 1.2.4 as regards the installation, location, operation and identification of control devices.’

(b)

in point 1.2.3, the second paragraph is replaced by the following:

‘In order to avoid confusing the driver, the clutch, brake and accelerator pedals shall have the same function and arrangement as those of a motor vehicle, except for:

(a)

vehicles equipped with a straddle seat and handlebars, which are deemed to comply with the requirements of EN 15997:2011 for throttle control and manual clutch control,

(b)

vehicles of category T or C requiring a sustained activation of the right pedal to keep them in motion (e.g. vehicles fitted with a throttle pedal and a continuous variable transmission, or vehicles fitted with two pedals for forward and reverse direction and a hydrostatic transmission),

(c)

vehicles of category C with a maximum design speed of less than 15 km/h and fitted with hand-operated levers for controlling differential steering.’

(c)

point 2.1 is replaced by the following:

‘2.1. The symbols used for identification of control devices shall comply with the requirements set out in section 1 of Annex XXVI.’

(d)

point 3.1.1 is replaced by the following:

‘3.1.1. In the case of a vehicle fitted with hydrostatic transmission or a transmission with a hydrostatic component, the requirement laid down in point 3.1 that the engine cannot be started unless the clutch mechanism is disengaged shall be construed as that the engine cannot be started unless the transmission control is in neutral position or depressurized.’

(e)

point 3.2 is replaced by the following:

‘3.2. In case that an operator standing on the ground (e.g. tractor's side), can start the engine and fulfil simultaneously the requirements guaranteeing the safe start of the engine in accordance with point 3.1, one additional control device shall be activated to start the engine.’

(f)

the following point 3.3 is inserted:

‘3.3. The terminals of the starter motor shall be protected in order to prevent shunting its solenoid by means of simple tools (e.g. a screwdriver).’

(g)

point 7.3 is replaced by the following:

‘7.3. It shall always be possible to shut off the PTO from the driving position. This requirement shall also apply to the associated PTO external control device(s), if fitted. The shut off shall be always an override control device.’

(h)

point 7.4 is replaced by the following:

‘7.4. Additional requirements for the PTO external control device(s), if fitted’;

(i)

the following point 12 is added:

‘12. Virtual terminals

Control devices related to virtual terminals shall meet the requirements set out in Annex B of ISO 15077:2008.’

(15)

Annex XXIV is amended as follows:

(a)

point 1.3 is replaced by the following:

‘1.3. Flexible hydraulic hoses must be clearly identifiable and indelibly marked in accordance with the requirements set out in paragraph 13 of ISO 17165-1:2007.’

(b)

point 4.2 is replaced by the following:

‘4.2. Greasing points shall be clearly identified on the vehicle with symbols, pictorials, pictograms or colour coding and its location and instructions of use shall be indicated in the operator's manual.’

(16)

Annex XXVI is amended as follows:

(a)

section 3 is replaced by the following:

‘3. Hydraulic couplings

Hydraulic valves and the couplers on the hydraulic valves at the rear, front or sides of tractors, as well as the flow direction and the mode of operation, shall be identified by colour coding and/or numerals to be stated on durable labels resistant to oil, fuel, wear and chemical agents, such as fertilizers; its location, identification and instructions of use shall be indicated in the operator's manual.’

(b)

section 5 is replaced by the following:

‘5. Additional warning signals with regard to braking

Tractors shall be equipped with optical brake failure and defect warning signals, in accordance with points 2.2.1.29.1.1 to 2.2.1.29.2.1 of Annex I to Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2015/68(1)’

(17)

in Annex XXIX, section 2 is replaced by the following:

‘2. Requirements for the cabin

2.1. Vehicles of categories T and C fitted with a cab shall comply with the standard EN 15695-1:2009.

2.2. Vehicles of categories T and C, declared by the manufacturer to provide protection against hazardous substances shall be fitted with a cab of level 2, 3 or 4 according to the definition and complying with the requirements set out in the standard EN 15695-1:2009 (e.g. for a vehicle providing protection against plant protection products that produce vapours which can expose the operator to a risk or harm, the cabin shall be of level 4).’

(1)

Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2015/68 of 15 October 2014 supplementing Regulation (EU) No 167/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council with regard to vehicle braking requirements for the approval of agricultural and forestry vehicles (OJ L 17, 23.1.2015, p. 1).’