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Leisure accommodation vehicles - Caravan holiday homes - Habitation requirements relating to health and safety
This document specifies requirements intended to ensure safety and health of persons using caravan holiday homes as defined in EN 13878, as temporary or seasonal accommodation.
It specifies grades of resistance to snow loads and the stability of the structure of caravan holiday homes as well as the minimum information to be included in a user's handbook.
It also specifies the corresponding test methods.
Bewohnbare Freizeitfahrzeuge - Mobilheime - Anforderungen an den Wohnbereich hinsichtlich Gesundheit und Sicherheit
Dieses Dokument legt Anforderungen fest, die die Sicherheit und Gesundheit von Personen sicherstellen sollen, wenn sie Mobilheime, wie in EN 13878 definiert, für vorübergehende oder saisonale Wohnzwecke nutzen.
Es legt die Festigkeitsklassen gegen Schneelasten und die Stabilität des Aufbaus von Mobilheimen sowie die Mindestangaben, die in einem Benutzerhandbuch enthalten sein müssen, fest.
Es legt auch die entsprechenden Prüfverfahren fest.
Véhicules habitables de loisirs - Résidences mobiles - Exigences d'habitation relatives à la santé et à la sécurité
Le présent document spécifie les exigences destinées à assurer la sécurité et protéger la santé des personnes utilisant des résidences mobiles telles que définies dans l’EN 13878, comme logements temporaires ou saisonniers.
Il définit les classes de résistance aux charges de neige et indique les conditions à respecter pour assurer la stabilité de la structure des résidences mobiles, ainsi que les informations minimales devant figurer dans le manuel d’utilisation.
Il spécifie également les méthodes d’essai correspondantes.
Bivalna počitniška vozila - Premične počitniške hišice - Zdravstvene in varnostne zahteve za bivanje
General Information
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Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
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01-september-2024
Bivalna počitniška vozila - Premične počitniške hišice - Zdravstvene in varnostne
zahteve za bivanje
Leisure accommodation vehicles - Caravan holiday homes - Habitation requirements
relating to health and safety
Bewohnbare Freizeitfahrzeuge - Mobilheime - Anforderungen an den Wohnbereich
hinsichtlich Gesundheit und Sicherheit
Véhicules habitables de loisirs - Résidences mobiles - Exigences d'habitation relatives à
la santé et à la sécurité
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: prEN 1647
ICS:
43.100 Osebni avtomobili. Bivalne Passenger cars. Caravans
prikolice in lahke prikolice and light trailers
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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
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EUROPEAN STANDARD
prEN 1647
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
June 2024
ICS 43.100 Will supersede EN 1647:2018+A1:2021
English Version
Leisure accommodation vehicles - Caravan holiday homes
- Habitation requirements relating to health and safety
Véhicules habitables de loisirs - Résidences mobiles - Bewohnbare Freizeitfahrzeuge - Mobilheime -
Exigences d'habitation relatives à la santé et à la Anforderungen an den Wohnbereich hinsichtlich
sécurité Gesundheit und Sicherheit
This draft European Standard is submitted to CEN members for enquiry. It has been drawn up by the Technical Committee
CEN/TC 245.
If this draft becomes a European Standard, CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations
which stipulate the conditions for giving this European Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration.
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Warning : This document is not a European Standard. It is distributed for review and comments. It is subject to change without
notice and shall not be referred to as a European Standard.
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Contents Page
European foreword . 6
Introduction . 7
1 Scope . 8
2 Normative references . 8
3 Terms and definitions . 8
4 Testing . 8
5 Design and construction . 9
5.1 Occupancy . 9
5.2 Ceiling height . 9
5.3 Glazed areas . 9
5.4 Doors . 9
5.5 Glazing . 9
5.6 Classification of thermal insulation and heating . 9
5.7 Roof space ventilation . 10
5.8 Underfloor . 10
5.9 Fire behaviour of materials . 10
5.10 Stability (resistance to overturning) . 10
5.11 Structural classification of caravan holiday homes . 10
6 Internal equipment . 11
6.1 Bunks . 11
6.1.1 General. 11
6.1.2 Mattress and/or upholstery . 11
6.1.3 Clearance . 11
6.1.4 Protection against falling out . 11
6.1.5 Mechanical strength . 12
6.1.6 Security of folding bunks . 12
6.1.7 Access to high level bunks . 12
6.1.8 Protection against entrapment . 12
6.2 Cooking appliance . 13
6.3 Toilets . 13
6.3.1 General. 13
6.3.2 Toilets connected to water supply system . 13
6.3.3 Toilets not connected to water supply system . 13
6.4 Lighting . 13
6.5 Appliances . 13
7 Drinking water supply and drainage systems . 13
7.1 Drinking water . 13
7.1.1 Supply . 13
7.1.2 Materials . 14
7.1.3 Supply coupling . 14
7.2 Drainage system . 14
8 Installations . 14
8.1 Electricity . 14
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8.2 Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) . 14
8.3 Natural gas . 14
8.4 Liquid fuel . 14
9 Ventilation . 15
9.1 Safety ventilation . 15
9.2 Additional ventilation . 15
9.2.1 Larder and food storage . 15
9.2.2 Fold-away beds . 15
9.2.3 Wardrobes and bed lockers . 15
10 Fire precautions . 15
10.1 Means of escape . 15
10.1.1 General . 15
10.1.2 Escape path . 15
10.1.3 Sanitation compartments . 15
10.1.4 Emergency doors . 16
10.1.5 Interior doors . 16
10.1.6 Emergency windows and emergency panels . 16
10.1.7 Obstruction of doors, escape paths or emergency exits . 17
10.2 Protection of surfaces adjacent to heat generating appliances . 17
10.3 Protection of flammable elements . 18
10.3.1 Rigid and guided elements . 18
10.3.2 Non-guided elements . 18
10.4 Hotplates . 18
11 Warning notice . 18
11.1 Provision of warning notice . 18
11.2 Content of warning notice . 19
12 User's handbook . 19
Annex A (normative) Thermal insulation - Method of calculation (see 5.6) . 22
A.1 Explanation of terms used . 22
A.2 Objectives of calculation . 22
A.3 Method of calculation . 23
A.3.1 General . 23
A.3.2 Calculation of R , R , R . 23
1 2 3
A.3.3 Calculation of thermal transmittance for one caravan holiday home wall, U . 25
w
A.3.4 Calculation of overall thermal transmittance of caravan holiday home, U . 25
e
A.3.5 Losses of heat via the walls, k . 26
w
A.3.6 Losses of heat due to renewal of air, k . 26
v
A.3.7 Rated power of heating appliances, P . 26
A.3.8 Temperature . 26
Annex B (normative) Snow Load Test . 28
B.1 Principle . 28
B.2 Preparation . 28
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B.3 Loading procedure . 28
B.4 Expression of results . 28
B.5 Test report . 29
Annex C (normative) Clear height over bunks (see 6.1.3) . 30
C.1 Principle . 30
C.2 Preparation and procedure . 30
C.3 Expression of results . 30
C.4 Test report . 30
Annex D (normative) Strength of protection against falling out of bunks (see 6.1.4.3). 31
D.1 Principle . 31
D.2 Preparation and procedure . 31
D.3 Expression of results . 31
D.4 Test report . 31
Annex E (normative) Mechanical strength of bunks (see 6.1.5) . 32
E.1 Principle . 32
E.2 Selection of bunk . 32
E.3 Preparation and procedure . 32
E.4 Expression of results . 32
E.5 Test report . 32
Annex F (normative) Security of folding bunks (see 6.1.6) . 33
F.1 Principle . 33
F.2 Preparation and procedure . 33
F.3 Expression of results . 33
F.4 Test report . 33
Annex G (normative) Safety of access to high level bunks (see 6.1.7) . 35
G.1 Principle . 35
G.2 Preparation and procedure . 35
G.2.1 General. 35
G.2.2 Attachment and deflection . 35
G.3 Expression of results . 35
G.4 Test report . 35
Annex H (normative) Measurement of gaps (see 6.1.8). 37
H.1 Cone measuring device . 37
H.2 Gaps in the base structure . 37
H.3 Measurement of gaps . 37
Annex I (normative) Test equipment . 38
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I.1 General . 38
I.2 Load measuring cell . 38
I.3 Load measuring cell . 38
I.4 Certified weights . 38
I.5 Load spreading platform . 38
I.6 Flexible load spreading device . 38
I.7 Ball . 38
I.8 Cone measuring device . 39
Annex J (informative) Environmental aspects . 40
Annex K (informative) Types of socket outlet in Europe . 41
Bibliography . 43
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European foreword
This document (prEN 1647:2024) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 245 “Leisure
accommodation vehicles”, the secretariat of which is held by AFNOR.
This document is currently submitted to the CEN Enquiry.
This document will supersede EN 1647:2018+A1:2021.
prEN 1647:2024 includes the following significant technical changes with respect to
EN 1647:2018+A1:2021:
— 5.4 “Doors” amended;
— 5.7 “Roof space ventilation” amended;
— 8.3 “Natural gas” included;
— 9.2.3 “Wardrobes and bed lockers” amended;
— 10.1.3 “Sanitation compartments” amended;
— 10.1.6 “Emergency windows and emergency panels” amended;
— editorial amendments.
Any feedback and questions on this document should be directed to the users’ national standards body.
A complete listing of these bodies can be found on the CEN website.
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Introduction
Figure 1 gives an overview of the relevant European Standards for caravans, motor caravans and caravan
holiday homes.
Figure 1 — Overview of relevant European Standards applying to leisure accommodation
vehicles
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1 Scope
This document specifies requirements intended to ensure safety and health of persons using caravan
holiday homes as defined in EN 13878, as temporary or seasonal accommodation.
It specifies grades of resistance to snow loads and the stability of the structure of caravan holiday homes
as well as the minimum information to be included in a user's handbook.
It also specifies the corresponding test methods.
2 Normative references
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content
constitutes requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For
undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
EN 3-7, Portable fire extinguishers — Part 7: Characteristics, performance requirements and test methods
EN 624, Specification for dedicated LPG appliances - Room sealed LPG space heating equipment for
installation in vehicles and boats
EN 721, Leisure accommodation vehicles — Safety ventilation requirements
EN 722-1, Leisure accommodation vehicles — Liquid fuel heating systems - Part 1: Caravans and caravan
holiday homes
EN 747-1, Furniture — Bunk beds and high beds — Part 1: Safety, strength and durability requirements
EN 1949, Specification for the installation of LPG systems for habitation purposes in leisure accommodation
vehicles and accommodation purposes in other vehicles
EN 12600, Glass in building — Pendulum test — Impact test method and classification for flat glass
EN 13878, Leisure accommodation vehicles — Terms and definitions
EN 60598 (all parts), Luminaires (IEC 60598 series)
HD 60364 (all parts), Low-voltage electrical installations (IEC 60364 series)
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the terms and definitions given in EN 13878 apply.
ISO and IEC maintain terminology databases for use in standardization at the following addresses:
— ISO Online browsing platform: available at https://www.iso.org/obp
— IEC Electropedia: available at https://www.electropedia.org/
4 Testing
The tests described in Annexes A to K are intended to verify that a caravan holiday home representative
of a given model, including its fixtures and fittings, meets the requirements of this document.
These tests are intended to simulate the most onerous conditions, for the relevant characteristics.
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It is recommended to take environmental aspects into account during development, production and
disposal of caravan holiday homes based on established knowledge and within the respective technical
possibilities (see also Annex J).
5 Design and construction
5.1 Occupancy
The occupancy shall be designated as the number of berths, both standard and additional berths, and
provided in the User’s Handbook. The occupancy is also necessary to determine the ventilation
requirements (see EN 721).
5.2 Ceiling height
The ceiling height, measured internally from finished floor level to underside of finished ceiling, except
in areas above fixed furniture, shall be not less than 1 980 mm.
The finished floor level shall be measured from the upper surface of any continuous fixed floor covering.
This includes any vinyl carpet backing but not carpet pile.
5.3 Glazed areas
The living area, the area for meals and the kitchen shall each be provided with windows, the total glazed
areas of which shall be equivalent to not less than 10 % of their respective floor areas. Sleeping
accommodation shall be provided with glazed area not less than 5 % of the floor areas. An exterior glazed
area can be classed as a window for this purpose.
Glazed areas to the living area, the area for meals and the kitchen shall have an openable area equivalent
to 5 % of each respective floor area.
The floor area of the unit should be calculated from the total internal floor area excluding partition walls
and separate fixed compartments which extend the full internal height of the unit. All floor area covered
by fixed or loose furniture that does not extend the full height of the unit should be counted into the area.
Transparent or translucent roof lights may be classed as glazed area.
5.4 Doors
At least one exterior door which opens outwards shall provide a clear opening of not less than 1 800 mm
high and 700 mm wide.
Sliding doors will be deemed to be acceptable provided that the sliding operation of the door is not
obstructed by a fixture and the door, when open, does not obstruct any emergency exit.
5.5 Glazing
Any glass in external windows, panels and doors that are less than 800 mm above finished floor level
shall be safety glazing class 3B3 or 3C3 or better in accordance with EN 12600.
5.6 Classification of thermal insulation and heating
The thermal insulation and heating levels for specific climatic conditions shall be classified as follows:
a) grade 1: A caravan holiday home, including windows, doors and roof lights in which the average
thermal transmittance (U) of the elements of construction shall not exceed 1,7 W/(m K). There is no
heating requirement for this grade;
b) grade 2: A caravan holiday home, including windows, doors and roof lights in which the average
thermal transmittance (U) of the elements of construction shall not exceed 1,7 W/(m K);
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An average temperature difference of at least 20 K between inside and outside temperatures shall be
achieved in the living area, the area for meals and the kitchen, when the outside temperature is 0 °C;
c) grade 3: A caravan holiday home, including windows, doors and roof lights in which the average
thermal transmittance (U) of the elements of construction shall not exceed 1,2 W/(m K).
An average temperature difference of at least 35 K between inside and outside temperatures shall be
achieved in all rooms, except the sanitation compartment, when the outside temperature is −15 °C.
Precautions shall be taken to ensure that all water services still operate when the outside
temperature is −15 °C.
For grade 1, the average thermal transmittance (U) shall be calculated in accordance with the relevant
parts of Annex A. For grades 2 and 3, the average thermal transmittance (U value) and heating
requirements shall be calculated in accordance with Annex A.
5.7 Roof space ventilation
Where there is an air gap between the external roof skin and the insulation material, this air gap shall be
ventilated to the external air. It has to be ensured that the whole area is sufficiently ventilated to prevent
the build up of moisture.
5.8 Underfloor
Underfloor insulation, if provided, shall be protected to reduce the possibility of degradation by birds or
other animals (for example: rodents).
5.9 Fire behaviour of materials
NOTE Pending harmonized European requirements for the assessment of the fire behaviour of materials,
attention is drawn to national requirements which may apply.
5.10 Stability (resistance to overturning)
Caravan holiday homes of all grades shall be provided with suitable holding-down points, each capable
of resisting 10 kN.
Holding down points shall be located at (1 000 ± 200) mm from the ends of the main longitudinal chassis
members at each corner of the caravan holiday home.
The position of the holding down points shall be indicated in the User's Handbook.
5.11 Structural classification of caravan holiday homes
The structure of a caravan holiday home shall be graded according to its ability to withstand one of the
following snow loadings:
a) grade A: A caravan holiday home Grade A resting on its normal supports shall be capable of resisting
a snow load of 750 Pa, exerted uniformly over the roof.
b) grade B: A caravan holiday home Grade B resting on its normal supports shall be capable of resisting
a snow load of 1 500 Pa, exerted uniformly over the roof.
c) grade C: A caravan holiday home Grade C resting on its normal supports shall be capable of resisting
a snow load of 2 000 Pa, exerted uniformly over the roof.
d) grade D: A caravan holiday home Grade D resting on its normal supports shall be capable of resisting
a snow load of 3 000 Pa, exerted uniformly over the roof.
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Compliance can be verified either by the submission of the calculations of a qualified structural engineer,
a worst case failure mode effect analysis (FMEA) or by testing in accordance with Annex B.
The structure is considered to have passed the test if it remained safe and returned to an acceptable
condition on removal of the load applied. To satisfy the requirement of “remain safe”, all designated
means of escape egress from the unit (doors and windows) shall function during and after the test.
6 Internal equipment
6.1 Bunks
6.1.1 General
Free standing bunks shall be in accordance with 6.1.2, 6.1.3 and EN 747-1.
Build-in bunks shall be in accordance with 6.1.2 to 6.1.8.
6.1.2 Mattress and/or upholstery
Bunks shall be provided with mattresses or be upholstered.
6.1.3 Clearance
The clear width of a bunk shall be not less than 500 mm. The clear height over two-thirds of the surface
area of the bunk shall be not less than 500 mm when measured from the compressed surface of the
mattress or upholstery in accordance with the test in Annex C.
6.1.4 Protection against falling out
6.1.4.1 General
Any bunk, where the uncompressed upper surface of the mattress or upholstery is placed at a height of
more than 1 000 mm from the floor, shall be protected on all sides to prevent the occupant from falling
out. Any gap between one element of protection and another shall conform to 6.1.8. Nevertheless, no gap
shall exceed 75 mm.
All protections shall be secured against unintentional loosening.
High level bunks shall be provided with a label written in the language of the country where the caravan
holiday home is to be first sold with the following wording:
“Not suitable for children under 6 years old without supervision”.
6.1.4.2 Rigid protection
For rigid protection, the minimum height of the protection shall be at least 150 mm above the
uncompressed upper surface of the mattress or upholstery. To allow entry, an access gap of 350 mm to
550 mm measured at its narrowest point shall be provided.
Where a rigid protection presents an apparent flexibility, its resistance shall be tested in accordance with
Annex D.
A protection is considered as rigid if it is not bent more than 10 mm under a force of 100 N applied
horizontally in the middle of the protection.
6.1.4.3 Protection by curtains or nets
Alternatively, the protection may be obtained by means of curtains or nets. The minimum height of the
protection shall be at least 160 mm above the uncompressed upper surface of the mattress or upholstery,
when the upper edge is loaded with 100 N in a vertical direction downward.
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To allow access to the bunk, the curtains or nets on at least one side of the bunk may be detachable
allowing an opening 350 mm to 550 mm.
Means of emergency exit from the bunk shall be accessible from the upper surface of the bunk.
The curtains or nets shall be capable of resisting a force of 100 N applied horizontally towards the outside
of the bunk for 15 s to any point and this shall not result in any tearing nor detaching nor creating any
gap larger than 60 mm at the lower edge of the protection.
The strength of the curtains or nets shall be tested in accordance with Annex D.
Any gap created during the resistance test shall be measured in accordance with Annex H.
6.1.5 Mechanical strength
A force of 1 000 N applied vertically downwards, for 1 h, from the midpoint of each side member of any
bunk where the upper surface of the compressed mattress or upholstery is placed at a height of more
than 500 mm from the floor, shall neither cause permanent deformation of more than 5 mm of the frame
of the bunk nor damage the fixing of the bunk to the structure of the caravan holiday home.
The mechanical strength shall be tested in accordance with Annex E.
6.1.6 Security of folding bunks
If a bunk is designed to fold away, it shall be secured against unintentional folding away.
A folding bunk shall not unintentionally move from its stored position. Both conditions will be tested in
accordance with Annex F.
6.1.7 Access to high level bunks
A means of access to a high level bunk shall be provided, such as surfaces of furniture, footholes in a solid
component, handles or a ladder which may be fixed or be able to be attached to the bunk in a safe manner.
The width of the treads between positive supports shall be at least 250 mm.
The distance between the top foothold and the uppermost part of the bed structure, e.g. the side rail or
safety barrier, at the point of access shall not be more than 400 mm.
When a ladder is used, the upper surfaces of the treads shall be equally spaced within a
tolerance of ± 12 mm, and the unobstructed distance between consecutive treads shall
be (225 ± 25) mm.
When tested in accordance with Annex G, the ladder shall not move when subjected to a downward static
load of 1 000 N and a horizontal static load of 500 N; nor shall the ladder or its treads break or deflect
permanently by more than 5 mm.
Where it is impractical to test the bunk ladder in the caravan holiday home, it is acceptable to test an
identical configuration of the ladder, its method of fixing and its range of positions of use, outside the
caravan holiday home according to Annex G.
6.1.8 Protection against entrapment
When ready for use, a bunk and its means of access shall not contain any open-ended tubing; nor shall
there be projections, holes, loose washers, speed fixing nuts or crevices on which clothing or any part of
the body could become snagged or trapped. Tension springs in the base structure are excluded. All edges,
corners and projecting parts that are accessible shall be free from burrs and sharp edges.
If the base of a bunk is not covered by permanently fixed upholstery, any gap in the base not covered by
the mattress shall not permit the passage of the cone (see H.1) beyond the point at which the diameter of
the cone is 75 mm, when measured from above in accordance with H.2.
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Any other gap or space within the structure of the bunk which is accessible from the upper surface of the
bunk, including mattress where applicable, shall be between 12 mm and 25 mm or between 60 mm and
75 mm, (tested in accordance with H.3) or equal to or larger than 200 mm.
When a gap cannot be tested because a constructional feature prevents proper positioning of the cone,
the constructional feature may be removed to the extent necessary to allow the tests to be carried out.
6.2 Cooking appliance
If space is provided for the installation of a cooker, the space shall be at least 540 mm wide by 600 mm
deep.
6.3 Toilets
6.3.1 General
Toilets may be fitted.
If a toilet is fitted, it shall be installed in a compartment which can be closed by a door.
6.3.2 Toilets connected to water supply system
If a toilet which is connected to the water supply system is fitted, by the manufacturer of the caravan
holiday home, it shall be capable of being connected to an external drainage system.
6.3.3 Toilets not connected to water supply system
If a toilet which is not connected to the water supply system is fitted, by the manufacturer of the caravan
holiday home, the holding tank shall be capable of being removed.
6.4 Lighting
Electrical luminaires shall be in accordance with the EN 60598 series.
The IP degree of external electrical luminaire shall fulfil ingress protection rating of the installation
location.
6.5 Appliances
LPG and liquid fuel fired heating appliances shall be flued.
Flue pipes shall be constructed of non-combustible material (see 8.2 and 8.3) and comply with EN 624
and EN 1949, as applicable.
NOTE 1 Attention is drawn to European Directives and Standards for relevant appliances and their installation.
NOTE 2 The restrictions concerning the supply and use of LPG appliances in caravan holiday homes are detailed
in EN 1949. Attention is also drawn to possible local regulations.
NOTE For installation of appliances attention is drawn to the appliance manufacturer’s instructions.
7 Drinking water supply and drainage systems
7.1 Drinking water
7.1.1 Supply
A caravan holiday home shall be equipped with a system for supplying drinking water.
Any drinking water tanks shall be capable of being flushed and cleaned.
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7.1.2 Materials
All materials in contact with water intended for human consumption shall not impair the drinking water
quality.
NOTE For materials in contact with drinking water attention is drawn to the requirements of the
Directive 98/83/EC of 3 November 1998 on the quality of water intended for human consumption and national
requirements for the country of first destination.
7.1.3 Supply coupling
A supply coupling for drinking water shall be provided with a sealing off cover and fixed rigidly to the
caravan holiday home.
It shall be situated at an easily accessible point on the outside of the caravan holiday home.
7.2 Drainage system
A caravan holiday home shall be provided with a drainage system capable of conveying waste water to
an external mains drainage system.
If a toilet which is connected to the water supply system is fitted, by the manufacturer of the caravan
holiday home, it shall be provided with a drainage system capable of conveying sewage to an external
mains drainage system.
8 Installations
8.1 Electricity
Low voltage electrical installations in caravan holiday homes shall be in accordance with
HD 60364 (all parts), or equivalent national standard(s), and shall have at least the following (see also
Annex K):
a) 30 mA residual current device;
b) all sections of any metallic chassis shall be electrically bonded, and connected to an earth connection
point ready for the caravan holiday home to be installed;
c) overcurrent protective device.
8.2 Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG)
LPG installations shall conform to EN 1949.
8.3 Natural gas
Natural gas fired heating appliances shall be flued.
NOTE Regarding natural gas equipment and its installation, attention is drawn to national regulations where
the caravan holiday home is first sold.
8.4 Liquid fuel
Liquid fuel fired heating shall conform to EN 722-1.
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9 Ventilation
9.1 Safety ventilation
Safety ventilation shall be provided and shall conform to EN 721.
9.2 Additional ventilation
9.2.1 Larder and food storage
Each cupboard or locker intended for the storage, of perishable food, shall be ventilated to the external
air.
The minimum free area of ventilation for each cupboard or locker shall be 200 mm .
9.2.2 Fold-away beds
If, when folded away, a mattress and its bedding are totally enclosed, ventilators shall be incorporated to
permit a flow of air through the enclosure. Such ventilators shall not communicate with the air outside
the caravan holiday home.
The minimum free area of ventilation for each enclosure shall be 200 mm .
9.2.3 Wardrobes and bed lockers
Each wardrobe and bed locker shall be ventilated within the caravan holiday home. Wardrobes shall be
ventilated at the bottom and top and shall be designed to permit the free passage of air between the
ventilators. Such ventilators shall not communicate with the air outside the caravan
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