EN 14766:2005 - 64_e_stf - Baltik vairas

EN 14766:2005 (E)r) appropriate spares, i.e. tyres, tubes, and brake friction-components;s) accessories – where these are offered as fitted, details should be included such as operation,maintenance required (if any) and any relevant spares (e.g. light bulbs);t) an advisory note to draw the attention of the rider to possible damage due to intensive use and torecommend periodic inspections of the frame, fork and suspension joints (if any).WARNING: As with all mechanical components, the bicycle is subjected to wear and high stresses.Different materials and components may react to wear or stress fatigue in different ways. If the design lifeof a component has been exceeded, it may suddenly fail possibly causing injuries to the rider. Any form ofcrack, scratches or change of colouring in highly stressed areas indicate that the life of the component hasbeen reached and it should be replaced.NOTEAny other relevant information may be included at the discretion of the manufacturer.6 Marking6.1 RequirementThe frame shall be:a) visibly and permanently marked with a successive frame number at a readily visible location such as nearthe pedal-crank, the seat-pillar, or the handlebar;b) visibly and durably marked with the name of the manufacturer or the manufacturer's representative, andthe number of this European Standard, i.e. EN 14766. The method of testing for durability is specified in6.2.NOTE 1In some countries there is a legal requirement concerning marking of bicycles.NOTE 2 For components, currently there are no specific requirements, but it is recommended that the following safety-criticalcomponents be clearly and permanently marked with traceable identification, such as a manufacturer's name and a partnumber:c) front fork;d) handlebar and handlebar-stem;e) seat-pillar;f) brake-levers, brake-blocks and/or brake-block holders;g) outer brake-cable casing;h) hydraulic-brake tubing;i) disc-brake callipers, brake-discs, and brake pads;j) chain;k) pedals and cranks;l) bottom-bracket spindle;m) wheel-rims.82