Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2012C00357:reg:34:p2
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2012C00357
Segment Type: reg
Provision Reference: reg 34 (pt 2/4)
Character Range: 142671–145523

be included in the vehicle user's handbook if the safety‑belt is installed by the vehicle manufacturer) which specify the instructions to ensure that the user obtains the greatest benefit from the safety‑belt.  In these instructions reference shall be made to:

         (a)  the importance of wearing the assembly on all journeys;

         (b)  the correct manner of wearing the belt and in particular to:

           the intended location of the buckle;

           the desirability of wearing belts tightly;

           the correct positioning of the straps and the need to avoid twisting them;

           the importance of each belt being used by one occupant only, and especially of not putting a belt around a child seated on the occupant's lap;

         (c) the method of operating the buckle;

         (d) the method of operating the adjuster;

         (e) the method of operating any retractor which may be incorporated in the assembly and the method of checking that it locks;

         (f) the recommended methods of cleaning the belt and reassembling it after cleaning where appropriate;

         (g) the need to replace the safety‑belt when it has been used in a severe accident or shows signs of severe fraying or having been cut, or when, with a belt fitted with a visual overload indicator, it indicates the belt's unsuitability for further use or when a seat‑belt is equipped with a pre‑loading device, when the latter has been activated;

         (h) the fact that the belt must not be altered or modified in any way since such changes may render the belt ineffective, and in particular where the design permits part to be disassembled, instructions or ensure correct reassembly;

         (i) the fact that the belt is intended for use by adult‑sized occupants;

         (j) the stowage of the belt when not in use.

    3. In the case of safety‑belts fitted with a type 4N retractor, it shall be indicated in the installation instructions and on any packaging that this belt is not suitable for installation in motor vehicles used for the carriage of passengers having not more than nine seats, including that of the driver.

    4. An installation requirement for the consumer shall be provided by the manufacturer/applicant for all vehicles where the crotch strap assembly can be used.  The manufacturer of the harness belt shall prescribe the mounting of the additional reinforcement elements for the anchorages of crotch straps and their installation in all vehicles where an installation is provided for.

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Annex 10

DUAL BUCKLE TEST

Annex 11

ABRASION AND MICROSLIP TEST

Figure 1: Type I procedure

Figure 2 : Type 2 procedure

Figure 3:  Type 3 procedure and micro‑slip test

Total travel:  300  20 mm

The load of 5 daN on the testing device shall be vertically guided in such a way