8.9.2023
EN
Official Journal of the European Union
L 222/275
Point 4.2.10.4.4 (3): The running capability of a Passenger rolling stock intended to be operated in the Channel Tunnel shall be demonstrated by application of the specification referenced in Appendix J-1, index [33], in which the system functions impacted by a “type 2” fire shall be braking and traction; these functions shall be assessed in the following conditions: — for a duration of 30 minutes at a minimum speed of 100 km/h, or — for a duration of 15 minutes at a minimum speed of 80 km/h (according to point 4.2.10.4.4) under the condition specified in the national rule notified by the Channel tunnel safety authority for this purpose.
Point 4.2.10.3.4 (3) & (4): Where the running capability is specified for a duration of 30 minutes according to the point above, the fire barrier between the driver's cab and the compartment to the rear of it (assuming the fire starts in the rear compartment) shall satisfy requirements for integrity for a minimum of 30 minutes (instead of 15 minutes).
Where the running capability is specified for a duration of 30 minutes according to the point above, and for passenger vehicles that do not allow the exit of passengers at both ends (no through route), measures to control the spread of heat and fire effluents (full cross section partitions or other FCCS, fire barriers between combustion engine/electrical supply/traction equipment and passenger/staff areas) shall be designed for a minimum of 30 minutes fire protection (instead of 15 minutes).
7.3.2.22.
Interface for toilet discharge (4.2.11.3) Specific case Finland (“P”) Alternatively to, or in addition to what is specified in point 4.2.11.3, it is allowed to install connections for toilet discharge and for rinsing of the sanitary discharge tanks, compatible with the track side installations on the Finnish network in accordance with figure AI1.
Figure AI 1 Emptying connections for toilet tank
Quick connector SFS 4428, connector part A, size DN80 Material: acid-proof stainless steel Sealing on the counter-connector's side.
Specific definition in the standard SFS 4428