Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2016L00357:body:0:p2
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2016L00357
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Character Range: 2653–3911

for Self-balancing Scooters

       4. Overcharging as specified in section 23 of UL 2272 – Outline of Investigation for Electrical Systems for Self-balancing Scooters

        5. Short circuit protection as specified in section 24 of UL 2272 – Outline of Investigation for Electrical Systems for Self-balancing Scooters

       6. Temperature control as specified in section 26 of UL 2272 – Outline of Investigation for Electrical Systems for Self-balancing Scooters

        7. Cell imbalanced charging as specified in section 27 of UL 2272 – Outline of Investigation for Electrical Systems for Self-balancing Scooters

Interpretation:

Hoverboards are:

       (a)                            two-wheeled ride-on devices with:

          1. a single axle; and

          2. no steering grips or handlebars;

       (b)                            powered by a lithium-ion battery that is rechargeable via connection to a mains power supply.

Hoverboards are also known as self-balancing scooters, gliders, smart boards, sky walkers or mod boards.

Note: Goods subject to this Notice and which fail to comply may be subject to compulsory recall.

Dated this 18 day of March 2016

KELLY O'DWYER

Minister for Small Business and Assistant Treasurer