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Test Lab AL ACC Climate Control, Inc. 7K AM D STANDARD 002 (REV F) 1/2013 Body Door Retention Components Test *** This Standard applies only to Type I and Type III ambulances Tested For: AEV Temperature: 72 'F Date: 1211112013 Humidity: 30% Chassis: N/A Type: I, or Ill VIN: Raw Module - N/A Test Set -Up AM D002 19 of 43 Construct the framework necessary to apply proper load to the door(s), latch(s), and hinge(s). 2 Position the force application brackets, load cell and cabling to equally distribute the load and to apply the load as close as possible to the latch or hinge. 3 When constructing the test device position it within the body structure so that the opposing force is resisted by the body structure. 5.1 5.2 5.3 5A 5.5 Procedures & Test Results 1 The tests can be performed by the latch and striker manufacturer if provided by a single source and a letter of compliance is supplied to the body builder stating that the assembly as furnished meets FMVSS 206. 2 If striker and latch assembly is furnished by two different manufacturers, or if there is a modification to the single source manufacturers, the assembly must be tested by the Body Builder in accordance with SAE J839. Load applied using Hand Pump. All body door retention components have been installed. The ambulance body is structurally complete with the exception of the interior paneling and cabinets. All doors stayed shut while load was applied. There were no failures at the latch, striker(s), hinge or their points of attachment to the door or the body framework. Automotive Climate Control • 22428 Elkhart East Blvd. • P.O. Box 1905 • Elkhart, IN 46515-1905 P(574) 264-2190 • F(574) 266-6744 • sales@accclimatecontrol.com • www.accelimatecontrol.com 2013-017 AEV Raw Module AMD001-025 Test Forms U:\AMDKKK-A-1822