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1. NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 UPDATING Part Revisio Date of Modifications made modified n no application ue 0 1 October 1991 Creation of the Certification Reference Standard document Whole 12 November 2007 Revision of the Certification Reference Standard document Introduction of 1 3 Certified products Rewriting of the part called requirements concerning products 2 1 2 Inclusion of requirements for tank accessories made from plastic from revision 9 of the NF 128 certification rules Inclusion of the ISO 9001 2000 standard requirements applicable to mobile heating appliances Addition of new definitions and vocabulary Example of application and processing 3 1 1 Changes to the admission application form Upgrading of sampling requirements for testing Implementation of a production site audit after admission to the NF mark and before the certified products are put on the market 3 2 6 Changes to the frequency of follow up audits 4 1 1 Clarification on the decisions and notifications on suspension arrangements and conditions for restoration 4 1 8 Introduction of sustaining request requirements 4 2 8 Whole 13 24 November 2010 Revision of the Certification Reference Standard document Change in the authorised organisation Modification of the NF logo Inclusion of the ISO 9001 2008 standard requirements applicable to mobile heating appliances Definit
2. 1 This appendix is only to be completed by applicants located outside the European Economic Area 2 Designation of the representing company shall include company name legal form head office and Companies Register number 3 The signatures of the applicant and his representative must be preceded respectively by the hand written words Mandate agreed and Acceptance of mandate agreed 55 87 NF128 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS Rev 14 February 2012 FORM 1b GENERAL INFORMATION Name and address of applicant s company Contact Telephone Fax e mail Address of manufacturing unit Contact Telephone Fax e mail If applicable name and address of agent in Europe Name and address of Customer Services Manager Drawn up at date Signature 56 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 FORM No 1c 1 REFERENCE OF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS SUBMITTED FOR ACCEPTANCE Range Reference of Claimed Declared Declared Main device Type of models operating power consumption protecting against burner if life years W g h air contamination applicable Applicant s name Date Stamp and signature 57 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 FORM No 1c 2 REFERENCE OF WICKS FOR MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS SUBMITTED FOR ACCEPTANCE Reference Reference of i Diffusion Diffusion of wicks mobile heaters diameter rate
3. 5 10 of CO to an accuracy of 2 107 of CO by volume 5 10 de CO by volume with a relative error of less than 5 2 107 of NOx by volume to an accuracy of 1 107 of NOx by volume We recommend using an infrared absorption analyser for the CO and the CO and an analyser for the NO NO b Acceptance of reduced flow functionalities Regardless of the type of appliance R RS or SRE two situations are possible a each rate is perfectly defined i e each rate must be obtained by unambiguous positioning b there is a continuous permissible power setting range that is to say that the consumption variation at maximum power is superior to 10 The tests carried out for each rate or for the maximum and minimum available power are those described in 3 2 3 5 1 3 5 2 and 3 6 of standard NF D 35300 with the additional specifications applicable to them 2 1 2 2 Requlation tests or observations 2 1 2 2 1 Mechanical and thermal resistance The appliances should be constructed in such a way that no permanent deformation or other deterioration of any of the components can arise in normal conditions of transport storage use or maintenance The materials should have sufficient mechanical strength Assembly faults are not tolerated No burrs or other blemishes should be observed No part likely to be handled by the user should have any sharp edges Parts or units known to be fragile and which could be subject to shocks should
4. 65 polyester 35 viscose basis weight 110 g m 10 against the front face and the top of the appliance completely masking the top of the appliance As the values indicated may change with changes in these synthetic cloths the test report should state the basis weight of the cloth used Flammability of the material is previously checked with a flame To carry out the test 2 cloths are placed so as to cover half of the surfaces radiating heat that is at least on the front face grille and on top of the heater Each test lasts 10 minutes During these two tests the pieces of cloth used should not catch fire 2 1 2 2 7 5 Lighting relighting when hot The lighting device must be built into the appliance this means that the burner must be able to be lit without removing the shock protection of the bodywork The lighting and relighting of the appliance according to the instructions in the handbook should be safe regardless of the burner temperature If the appliance is stopped by the operation of a safety device relighting and operation should not be possible as long as the cause of the stoppage is still present The heater is re ignited following cut off periods of various duration 10 sec 30 sec and 1 min except if the heater automatically switches to safety for a longer period of time In this case re ignition is attempted when this period ends The operation carried out is considered as satisfactory if the heater r
5. operate throughout the self adjusting setting range If a device is used to cool the air in the room during the test it must not add or extract any air to or from the room during its operation except for the air renewal defined above The mean hourly CO level is calculated by integrating the CO rate emitted by the appliance over the 8 hours of operation without interruption The result obtained should not exceed 10 ppmv 2 1 2 3 9 Maximum power The maximum power is limited to 4650 W 2 1 2 3 10 For SRE type heaters Only the marking of components in contact with the mains is mandatory 2 1 2 3 11 Additional functions Additional functions proposed on each heater that would not be taken into account by the reference standard and this document shall be the subject of tests according to the information given by the manufacturer 2 1 2 4 Specifications for the accessories 2 1 2 4 1 General Some components single part or set of parts making up a specific element are decisive for the safety of the product bearing the NF Mark and are likely to affect its original performance Only original components or components considered as equivalent shall be used during maintenance operations or possible repair operations The NF Mark is designed to distinguish components approved by the Holder for use on his products from similar components which are not approved 21 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012
6. without opening Inspection is carried out by a visual check Compatibility with a specific heater Under no circumstances must the plastic tank provided for model X be able to be used on model Y Systems must be found to prevent the consumer who has no fuel left from using this cartridge which might not be perfectly suitable for the stationary tank of the appliance In addition the position of the gauge shall make it possible to easily check the fuel level on heater models for which this tank is designed Inspection is carried out by a visual check 29 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 Sealing Of the tank cold and hot The cartridge shall withstand an internal overpressure of 0 5 bar air or 1 5 bar water for one minute The cartridge tank is connected to an air supply system The assembly is dipped into an open tank filled with water The cartridge is pressurised to 0 5 bar Leaks shall be detected by bubbling No leak is allowed Three samples shall be tested The test shall be performed again in a 50 C bath In operating position cold and at maximum capacity The test in 3 5 4b of standard NF D 35 300 is performed The cartridge is positioned in the heater which is gradually tilted to 7 No leak is allowed In operating position hot and almost empty The almost empty cartridge tank between 75 and 95 must be leakproof in its stationary tank position The test c
7. 2 1 2 4 2 Specifications for the wick of R and RS type units with BF BLCS and BL burners all versions Characteristics The wick is a controlled motion component moving concentrically to a part called the wick guide Its location is very precisely defined based on its characteristics diameter inner or outer depending on the type of assembly with or without a ring position of attachment points to the wick positioning mechanism exposed height in up position compound Its efficiency in terms of performance is measured by the wick consumed hourly consumption of the heater at stabilised maximum rate in g h by the residual quantity of carbon monoxide CO produced at the same maximum rate as per two air supply modes ventilated room and tight room These characteristics depend on the textile content of the various parts of the wick Tests to be performed are the following dimensional check the wick should be able to adapt to the heater and to move vertically without any problem before and after the tests neutral CO measurement in a ventilated room as described in this document residual CO measurement when the CO2 reaches 2 3 in a tight room as described in this document hourly consumption measurement as described in this document burner runaway as described in this document For these tests the following specifications must be complied with CO values in accordance with regulations For
8. Roger Hennequin 78 197 Trappes Cedex with a duplicate of this sheet The original copy of the sheet must be sent to M RAFFIER CERTITA 39 41 rue Louis Blanc 92400 COURBEVOIE Name and signature of the company manager 76 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 APPENDIX 2 ANALYSIS OF THE HAZARD MODIFICATION PAIR Name of company Identification of convectors and or accessories concerned POTENTIAL CONSEQUENCE OF HANDLING OF COMMENTS HAZARD MODIFICATION ON IDENTIFIED THE HAZARD HAZARD CO intoxication CO2 emission in excess of standard Contact burn Fire Electrocution Explosion Others To be specified Name and signature of the company manager Note A warning in the instructions and or on the appliance are examples of handling the hazard 77187 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 APPENDIX 3 APPLICATION FOR MAINTENANCE OF THE RIGHT TO USE THE NF MARK to be drawn up on the holder s or agent s letterhead and signed by the distributor CERTITA 39 41 rue Louis Blanc 92400 COURBEVOIE SUBJECT NF Mark Mobile liquid fuel heaters Trade mark Dear Chairman wish to request the right to continue using the NF Mark on mobile liquid fuel heaters which manufacture and which do not differ from the model authorised for the NF Mark except by the Mark and the Trade reference This application con
9. TRAPPES Cedex Phone No 331 30 69 10 00 The independent laboratories are chosen under the terms of the AFNOR Certification COFRAC agreement concerning the choice of NF Mark test laboratories 80 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 5 4 MARK COMMITTEE 5 4 1 Committee members A special committee whose powers are defined in Article 7 3 2 of the general rules of the NF mark is set up and its composition is approved by CERTITA with each member being informed of it by CERTITA The members have a mandate of 2 years renewable by tacit agreement The chairman of the Special Committee is appointed by the LNE under the same conditions after consulting the Special Committee The rule is alternation between the colleges However the mandate of the chairman may be extended by one or more years if no candidate representing another college presents himself Members of the Special Committee exercise their functions on a strictly individual basis However if a member is absent a proxy is appointed by the LNE CERTITA draws up the minutes of comments and proposals made during a committee meeting This report is addressed to all members of the Special Committee 5 4 2 Members of the Committee 1 Chairman designated by the Committee members 2 Vice Chairmen 1 representative of AFNOR Certification 1 representative of the authorised organisation CERTITA Suppliers Manufacturers 5 representatives of
10. Tests option Inspection of instructions and marking Modification of the Extension Examination of the application by Authorisation granted by CERTITA ignition device type R application CERTITA and tests to be defined on sight of the test results without case by case reference to the committee if there is no particular problem Modification of the grill Extension Dimensional measurement Authorisation granted by CERTITA application Test finger on sight of the test results without Fabric flammability reference to the committee if there is no particular problem Tank moving Extension Sealing test at atmospheric pressure Authorisation granted by CERTITA application Overpressure test on sight of the test results without Safe filling reference to the committee if there Behaviour during operation is no particular problem temperature operations Fuel pump SRE type Extension Consumption check Authorisation granted by CERTITA application COn on sight of the test results without Temperatures reference to the committee if there Inspection of instructions and is no particular problem marking Claim for new liquid fuel Extension Tests part 2 3 1 Authorisation granted by CERTITA application on sight of the test results without reference to the committee if there is no particular problem 4 2 4 Temporary stoppage of production or inspection The holder must inform CERTITA immediately of any temporary stoppage of production or
11. a certification application MuE ea FAeNNe Sustaining for a change in the brand and or sales x reference of a product under the NF mark Or new certificate if the distributor is different Publication by CERTITA of certificates ds Renewal reaching their end of validity date Renewal of the certificate Definitions General Applicant Enterprise responsible under the NF mark for products covered by this certification Manufacturer Enterprise responsible for putting the products covered by this certification on the market in the European Economic Area Authorised agent Representative of the party making the application established within the territory of the European Economic Area when the latter does not belong to a country in the European Economic Area Generally the authorised agent is considered as the manufacturer 49 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 Production site The place where the product or products are manufactured finished and packed If all manufacturing operations are not done on the production site audits may be performed on subcontractors of the production site who take part in the manufacture of the products covered by this certification Holder If the right to use the NF mark is awarded the beneficiary is known as the holder Distributor Enterprise which has its marks or sales references placed on the holder s appliances The distributor may be the manufacturer the
12. active proceed as follows The power required to operate the built in ignition device is measured after removal of the auxiliary power supply and application of a power source with an output just below that necessary for built in ignition The heater is ignited using an external device match or lighter If this lighting is possible without dismantling the test is continued in the conditions of the safety test against atmosphere deterioration Criteria of this test must be observed for the paragraph to be validated 2 1 2 2 4 Accidental contact All flames or parts of flames occurring outside an enclosure should be protected by a device preventing accidental contact with persons or objects A grill may be accepted as long as the distance between the bars is not more than 3 cm or the opening in the grill is not more than 9 cm2 The appliance must also pass the stability tests The dimensional requirement is checked as follows A sharp edged cylinder weighing 1100 g 50 g and 30 mm 0 5 mm in diameter of which the end is bevelled to 45 1 applied vertically with the appliance lying down should not enter under its own weight into any of the areas in which there is a risk of burns between the bars of the grill between the frame of the grill and the body of the appliance 2 1 2 2 5 Temperatures 2 1 2 2 5 1 Test bench The appliance is placed in a trinedral made up of a 25 mm thick horizontal wooden panel serving as
13. and monitoring devices Measurement and monitoring of product Control of nonconformity Corrective actions The other specific requirements are verified during the various annual follow up audits in alternation The audit lasts 2 days including the preparation of the audit the audit itself and writing the report on site At the end of the audit the audit leader prepares an audit report drawing special attention to the effectiveness of the quality system set up the strong points weak points and a commented report of nonconformities It also includes the report of tests carried out during the audit and the sampling sheet The audit leader prepares two copies of this report and sends one to CERTITA He gives the original copy to the applicant The holder informs CERTITA of any corrective actions adopted following the detection of nonconformities 68 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 4 1 2 2 Sampling The sampling rules are as follows For mobile liquid fuel heaters type of appliance criterion as per the definition in NF D 35300 1 per type Ror RS SRE number of models per type criterion 1 per 5 models commercial references Sampling may be performed at the holder s agent s premises from his stock and by the Appointed Organisation in its original non open packaging or at commercial outlets for the yearly inspection tests The samples taken must be accompanied by info
14. and travelling time travel and accommodation expenses charged additionally see 6 1 6 Customer services audit preparing the audit conducting the audit producing the report and travelling time travel and accommodation expenses charged additionally see 6 1 6 Tests of conformity with standard NF D 35 300 by model R type appliance 1 rates R type appliance adjustable SRE type appliance 1 appliance per model sampled Monitoring testing NF D 35 300 tests per model R type appliance 1 rates R type appliance adjustable SRE type appliance 10 appliances per model sampled NF EN 50165 standard conformity tests electrical safety per model SRE type appliance Electro magnetic compatibility tests per model Battery appliance Mains powered appliance 83 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 6 1 2 CERTIFIED PRODUCT SURVEILLANCE for each production site IN PRE TAX SERVICES PROVIDED Quality monitoring of the file Manufacturing site audit preparing the audit conducting the audit producing the report and travelling time travel and accommodation expenses charged additionally see 6 1 6 Customer services audit preparing the audit conducting the audit producing the report and travelling time travel and accommodation expenses charged additionally see 6 1 6 Monitoring testing NF D 35 300 tests per model R type appliance 1 ra
15. be protected In addition arrangements must be made to prevent damage especially that which could be caused by hydrocarbon action at normal working temperatures materials seals membranes coatings or grease corrosive action by combustion products ignition of leaking fuel 7187 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 2 1 2 2 2 Flow measurement Burner runaway a Flow measurement Whatever the type of machine the flow is measured in a ventilated room in calm air conditions air speed lt 1 m s at 1 m from the appliance The measurement time is 2 hours after allowing 30 minutes for start up and optimum adjustment A mass reading is taken every 5 minutes the consumption value considered is calculated as follows i l 24 Consommation With m and ms in g ti and t in hour The measurement time may be increased if requested by the manufacturer in writing The output is measured at the adjustments accessible to the user and allowing the maximum adjustment settings to be reached For the SRE type they are the highest and lowest temperature settings accessible to the user For the R type the setting positions are the two extremes of the power range Based on the power declared P by the manufacturer consumption cons is considered as complying if declared consumption 10 lt measured consumption lt declared consumption 10 For measured consumptions below 100 g h the tole
16. capacity of the electrical mode is limited to 25 of the heater s total power The shape of the body and the colour allow differentiation of one model from another For accessories Each accessory model is characterised by the heater for which it is submitted The applicant must send with his application a file containing for each factory that manufactures the products for which acceptance to the mark is being sought the documents or information specified in Para 3 1 2 below All documents must be written in French or English The application must be accompanied by full payment of the corresponding fee If the applicant is from a country within the European Economic Area he must present his request jointly with an agent set up within the European Economic Area duly accredited and responsible for all production for which acceptance to the NF mark is being sought and commercialised on French territory This representative is known as the agent In addition the agent must take measures to guarantee after sales service for the products commercialised This agent must be enrolled in the Companies Register and have satisfied the French legal obligations especially in matters of insurance Prior to affixing the NF Mark any modification made to the range defined for acceptance must be pointed out to CERTITA which will decide whether or not additional tests need to be carried out 51 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS Febr
17. company identification of the company head office ceessssesesseseseeeeessees request CERTITA to carry out the verifications required for obtaining the right to use the NF Mark for the products specified in the enclosed table complying with the specifications defined in part 2 of the NF 128 certification reference standard These products are manufactured in the factory of company identification and full address of the factory declare that am familiar with the reference standards the general rules of the NF Mark and the certification reference standard and undertake to comply with them throughout the period of use of the NF Mark Date Stamp and signature Stamp and signature of the applicant of the manufacturing site if different from the applicant APPENDIX TO THE ACCEPTANCE APPLICATION 1 Furthermore authorise the company 2 is represented by Mr name and Capacity us to act in my name on the French territory for all matters concerning the use of the NF Mark For such purposes ask that the fees incumbent on me be invoiced directly to him He hereby declares his acceptance to represent me and undertakes to settle the invoices on receipt undertake to notify CERTITA immediately if appoint a new agent to replace the agent named above remain Yours sincerely Date Stamp and signature Stamp and signature of the applicant s representative 3 of the manufacturing site s representative 3
18. components Electrical cables electrical plugs transformers motors switches when they are linked to mains 230 VAC Spare parts fuses electronic boards transformer filter to be determined after checking the drawings Printed circuit board without components if necessary Any further information necessary to carry out the tests The chart hereafter duly completed FA Number of Component Reference Name pean y on the aaa rt m components provided European Other YES No Pump Relay Thermostat Engine Thermal fuse Ignition capacitor Transformer Optcoupler For the wicks needed for a heater already certified with the NF mark 1 a letter to inform the holder of the mobile liquid fuel heater of the intention to put on the market a wick for the heater in question 2 commitment of the holder of the NF mobile liquid fuel heater Mark to inform the manufacturer of the wick of any change on the heater s in question that may have consequences on the wick 54 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 FORM No 1a APPROVAL APPLICATION to be drawn up on the manufacturer s headed paper CERTITA 39 41 rue Louis Blanc 92400 COURBEVOIE For the attention of the Chairman SUBJECT Application for the right to use the NF Mark MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS Dear Chairman the undersigned name and position ss representing the
19. conducting a quality audit In particular the scope of the audit and details of the procedure are specified in an audit plan sent to the company before the audit Verify ies that the inspections stipulated in Part 2 have been carried out regularly for at least 3 months Take s the samples required for the acceptance tests on a production lot For convectors a production of 500 appliances of each type submitted for acceptance must be effected representing 10 of the manufacture of a minimum of 5 000 The duration of the audit is 4 5 auditor days including audit preparation the audit itself and writing the report on site With the manufacturer s agreement the auditors can take a copy of any document they consider necessary Case of companies holding certification of their quality management system If the conformity of the quality management system is subject to a certification covering the sites and activities affected by the NF mark and awarded by an organisation meeting the requirements of standard NF ISO IEC 17021 and recognised by CERTITA the verification of the quality management provisions is reduced as is the audit duration In such a case the duration of the site audit is 3 day including audit preparation the audit itself and writing the report 59 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 The audit reports drawn up by the quality management system certifying body must be sent to the aud
20. confirmations invoices delivery slips advertising leaflets catalogues etc must be clear enough to avoid any risk of confusion between marked products and others The holder must on request from CERTITA send any document in which reference is made directly or indirectly to the NF mark 44 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 Appendix 1 Description of the smoke capture systems for the combustion test in a ventilated room Dimensions en millim tres mm ce me 160 Figure B 1 d tail du dispositif d aspiration et diaphragme Les cotes indiqu es sont indicatives et doivent correspondre aux plus grandes dimensions des appareils concern s par cet essai Niveau sup rieur de l appareil Ces flans peuvent tre rabattables SLC variable selon les appareils Figure B 2 dispositif sp cial pour le pr l vement moyen des gaz dans l essai de contr le de la combustion en local a r 45 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 Appendix 2 Description of the tight room a Room dimensions Volume 17 5 m Length 3 5m Width 2 0m Height 2 5m b Room arrangement It is arranged in such a way that the operator can observe the flames of the appliance in operation at any time the samples for measuring the CO and CO levels can be taken in the geometrical centre of the room the dried sampled gasses can be reintroduced into the
21. goods TM 10 severity level 6 E distribution channel S 3 1 Duration specified per test TM 10 2 or non hazardous product of equivalent density 28 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 C Serviceability of the tank function The specifications corresponding to the various parameters checked are described below No reuse The cartridge tank shall be non reusable The inability or at least the difficulty for users to reuse these cartridges tanks shall be verified on drawing and by a visual check Handling Removability The tank should be detachable from the heating system by simply pulling it using a handle accessible by opening the housing flap Inspection is carried out by a visual check Adaptability The cartridge tank should adapt without any risk of incorrect positioning to all heaters indicated on its cartridge tank otherwise a foolproof system must be provided Handling is performed when the heater is cold for all heaters models concerned Clogging Port opening The port opening shall be gt 20 mm and compatible with the safety plug Inspection is carried out by measurement Compatibility with the filling plug Replacement of the transportation plug by the service plug shall not cause any sealing problem Inspection is carried out during verification of the compatibility with a specific convector Fuel level visibility The fuel level shall be visible without moving the plug
22. inspection of an accepted product If the stoppage lasts less than 6 months CERTITA after seeking the Special Committee s opinion can notify the holder that the right to use the Mark for the products concerned has been suspended or withdrawn If the stoppage last 6 months or more the holder must ask for temporary suspension of the right to use the mark maximum duration 1 year After this period the right of use is withdrawn If the production is restarted the manufacturer must notify CERTITA which will carry out an audit before the products are marketed under the NF Mark 4 2 5 Definitive stoppage of production or surrender of the right of use If the holder ceases production of an accepted product definitively or if he surrenders the right to use the Mark he must inform CERTITA indicating the time he considers necessary for depletion of the remaining stock of products bearing the Mark CERTITA proposes the conditions under which the stock can be depleted after consultation with the Mark Committee if necessary 75187 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 APPENDIX 1 SAMPLE IDENTIFICATION SHEET FOR TESTS FOLLOWING MODIFICATION Name of company Identification of convectors and or accessories submitted for acceptance tests Identification batch Place of sampling Reference no date of stock or during Quantity manufacture production The samples must be sent to M FULTON LNE DE 29 av
23. requirements referring to notions of continual improvement are taken into account 31 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 General The tasks and responsibilities in organising plant manufacturing inspections must be documented The manufacturer shall establish and keep updated the documents defining plant manufacturing inspections Planning of product realisation 7 1 of standard ISO 9001 2008 During planning of product realization the manufacturer must take into account points a b c and d of Para 7 1 of the standard Verification of purchased product 7 4 3 of standard ISO 9001 2008 The manufacturer must check the quality of raw materials and input components used in the manufacture of products for which he holds the right to use the NF Mark For example defined and regular inspections on reception or certificate of conformity with suppliers technical specifications or general specifications Records must be made of inspections carried out indicating the acceptance criteria and decisions taken in the event of nonconformity Identification and traceability 7 5 3 of standard ISO 9001 2008 The manufacturer must prepare instructions for identifying the product with marking that conforms to the requirements of Para 2 3 below Traceability is a requirement of the NF mark as a result the provisions defined in standard ISO 9001 2008 regarding the unique identification of the prod
24. the certifying body and its address the identification of the references used as a basis for approval NF 126 certification reference standard the holder s identification number the main certified characteristics For convectors Ignition device safety Heat output Efficiency of safety devices Stability Control of NO content in combustion products Control of combustion quality no CO Operating durability Operating durability Intermittent operation For wicks Suitability for heater s for which the wick is submitted for approval Heat output for this these heater s Combustion quality control It is the manufacturer s responsibility to select a presentation and format for this sheet By way of example a model is given below for mobile heaters and wicks 41 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 For convectors AFAQ AFNOR Certification 11 RUE FRANCIS DE PRESSENSE 93571 LA PLAINE SAINT DENIS CEDEX INFORMATION SHEET The NF Mark guarantees the quality of this item according to French standards and Certification Reference Standard for the NF 128 application MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS NF 128 COMPLYING WITH STANDARD NF D 35 300 AND ADDITIONAL SPECIFICATIONS DEFINED BY THE CERTIFICATION REGULATIONS FOR THE NF 128 MARK MAIN CHARACTERISTICS CERTIFIED Ignition device safety Heat output Efficiency of safety devices Stability C
25. undertake to respect them for the whole duration of use of the NF Mark Drawn up at on Signature Distributor s stamp Stamp and signature of the applicant or of the authorised agent 79 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 Part 5 PARTICIPATING ORGANISATIONS 5 1 AUTHORISED ORGANISATION AFNOR Certification entrusts sector management of the Mark application to CERTITA Under this authorisation CERTITA is answerable to AFNOR Certification for all management operations entrusted to it as set out in Article 7 1 of the General Rules of the NF Mark All persons involved in the NF mark process are bound to professional secrecy under Article 9 of the general rules of the NF mark If necessary on request from manufacturers an agreement can be signed between CERTITA and the manufacturer 5 2 AUDIT ORGANISATIONS CERTITA entrusts the audits to the following organisations CERTITA 39 41 rue Louis Blanc 92400 COURBEVOIE Laboratoire national de m trologie et d essais LNE 1 rue Gaston Boissier 75724 PARIS CEDEX 15 The holder or applicant must facilitate the operations that auditors are required to carry out in the context of their mission 5 3 TEST ORGANISATIONS CERTITA entrusts the tests to the independent laboratories named below Laboratoire national de m trologie et d essais LNE Direction des Essais D partement Isolation Energie et Environnement 29 avenue Roger Hennequin 78197
26. verification The fees for individual tests are detailed in Para 6 1 6 1 this charge may be higher depending on the amount of time required 84 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 6 1 5 FEES FOR EACH TYPE OF TEST IN PRE TAX The test fees are payable as soon as the Authorised Body is in possession of the samples 6 1 5 1 Partial tests standard NF D 35 300 For convectors marking and instructions temperature of top of R type and grill grill dimension grill dimension instantaneous intermittence tank impact tipping over examination of auxiliary power temperature of cladding ground parts for gripping fuel inflammability SRE blown air temperature consumption per setting O neutral CO Nox NF or GS per setting air contamination safety device per setting combustion in sealed room CO2 at 2 3 per setting operating durability over 250 hours CO over 8 hours operation controlled ventilation room Monitoring of electrical safety and EMC per device 6 1 5 2 Wick tests for original wicks already tested for acceptance of a convector e 1 wick reference on a convector with one rate tests on 3 samples e 3 wick references on three different convectors one rate e 1 wick reference on a convector with two rates e examination by file for new wicks e 1 wick reference on a convector with one rate e 1 wick reference on a conve
27. 00 plug protection etc shall be found Leaks caused by partial removal of closing S 2TM6 Storage 4 hrs device are allowed After testing the cartridge tank must comply with test 9 requirements Resistance of Real product 2 No breaking of the gripping device or the gripping devices cartridge tank Number of falls 2 S 2TM7 Falling height with retaining device 30 mm 27 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 TABLE C Title and Main parameters Storage conditions Acceptance criteria sampling S test method Cartridges tanks are filled Temperature 20 C 20C 40 2C es DC 18C Ss 20 reference at the rated capacity ME Relative humidity r ag specified per test Impact by free fall Real product 2 No leakage apparent immediately after the test Storage 4 hrs S 3 TM8 Height of drop 0 80 m No deterioration detrimental to the normal on the bottom 1 cartridge tank operation of the plugging system on the plugging 1 cartridge tank on the generator or the smallest side 1 No permanent deformation affecting the stability cartridge tank at 0 Retention Real product 2 No leak must be detected visually Storage 4 hours Load to be applied F daN 2m 1 g 10 Application duration 2 minutes 2 positions vertical plugging directed upwards Vertical plugging directed downwards Simulation test of a as per NF H 00 060 June 91 programme B
28. Applicant s name Date Stamp and signature 58 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 3 2 INITIAL ASSESSMENT PROCESS 3 2 1 Examination of the certification application The application and enclosed file sent to CERTITA are examined before factory verifications and tests are carried out If some elements do not correspond to the requirements of the certification reference standard CERTITA informs the applicant and only carries out the audit once a new file is presented and is judged to comply in all aspects with the requirements of the NF mark When the file is complete and the fees have been paid preparations for a factory audit are begun and product samples are taken for testing 3 2 2 In plant verification Examination of the application is preceded by an audit of the factory where the products presented for acceptance are manufactured It also includes where appropriate an audit of the final transformation unit of the product It is conducted by auditors who have given an undertaking to observe professional secrecy 3 2 2 1 Quality Audit The auditor s Conduct a quality audit with the purpose of verifying the existence and effective implementation of the quality management system set up by the manufacturer and its conformity with the quality requirements in Part 2 of this reference standard This audit is conducted according to the general principles defined in standard ISO 19011 for
29. During the test the external temperature is maintained at Ta 2 C The tests are conducted for two Ta temperatures set at 5 C and 15 C 1 C Note As Decree 2004 945 of 1 September 2004 makes it compulsory to install an atmosphere monitoring device independent of the conditions of use the provisions of 3 5 1 of standard NF D 35 300 December 1992 indicating that the activation test of this system is only valid if the room temperature at the moment of cut off is between 20 C and 35 C are no longer applicable 2 1 2 2 7 2 Auxiliary energy supply Any failure of the auxiliary energy supply on the appliance should cause it to go into its safety mode The following energies are identified Mains electricity supply RS and SRE type appliances must satisfy safety standards applicable to domestic electric heating appliances Supply from a consumable battery accidental removal should be impossible or detected Polarity reversal should either be impossible or have no effect on the operation of the appliance In addition the battery housing should be accessible independently from the rest of the appliance and designed so that there is no risk of operational parts being damaged as a result of leakage from the batteries The box containing these batteries should have a cover this cover should only be able to be removed intentionally 2 1 2 2 7 3 Appliance stability tests a Anti shock device test The largest horizontal dimension o
30. ENT SYSTEM 2 2 1 Atthe manufacturer s factory The assessed quality management system for products concerned by the application of this mark must comply with standard ISO 9001 2008 quality management systems requirements The following chapters of the standard are applicable 4 4 1 4 2 5 5 1 5 3 5 4 5 5 1 5 5 2 5 6 6 1 6 2 6 3 6 4 7 7 1 7 2 7 3 7 4 7 5 7 5 1 7 5 2 7 5 3 7 5 5 7 6 8 8 1 8 2 8 2 2 8 2 3 8 2 4 8 3 8 4 8 5 2 8 5 3 Quality management system General requirements Documentation requirements Management responsibility Management commitment Quality Policy Planning Responsibility and authority Management representative Management review Provision of resources Human resources Infrastructure Work environment Product realisation Planning of product realisation Customer related processes Design and development Purchasing Production and service provision Control of production and service provision Validation of processes for production and service provision Identification and traceability Preservation of the product Control of monitoring and measuring equipment Measurement analysis and improvement General Monitoring and measurement Internal audit Monitoring and measurement of processes Product monitoring and measurement Control of Nonconforming Product Analysis of data points b c d Corrective action Preventive action None of the explicit
31. F128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 4 2 MODIFICATION AND DEVELOPMENT OF COMPANY ORGANISATION OR CERTIFIED PRODUCT 4 2 1 Modification concerning the holder or the authorised agent In the event of the merger liquidation or acquisition of the holder s company all rights that he might exercise concerning use of the Mark shall cease by full right see Article 4 4 of the General Rules The holder must inform CERTITA without delay of any decision likely to result at a later stage either in a modification of the company s legal status or a change of the company name It is up to CERTITA to examine the means by which a new application might be accepted the Special Committee may be consulted beforehand If there is a change in the authorised agent the initial assessment process must be carried out 4 2 2 Transfer of the production site Before any total or partial transfer of the production to another production site the holder must notify CERTITA in writing of the new production arrangements The holder must cease to use the Mark until CERTITA makes a decision after an audit of the new production site and if necessary until presentation before the Special Committee renewal of the right to use the NF Mark or examination of a new application with fewer or complete tests 4 2 3 Modifications to accepted products New products Application for extension of acceptance NF marked products shall conform to the techn
32. J nor Certita Certification body Mandatory body by AFNOR Certification 11 rue Francis de Pressens 39 41 rue Louis Blanc 93571 LA PLAINE SAINT DENIS cedex 92400 COURBEVOIE Tel 01 41 62 80 00 Fax 01 49 17 90 00 Tel 01 47 17 64 85 Fax 01 47 17 62 45 www marque nf com www certita fr CERTIFICATION REFERENCE STANDARD NF MARK DUTY MOBILE AUXILIARY SPACE HEATERS BURNING DEODORISED KEROSENE AND NOT CONNECTED TO A FLUE OR SPECIAL DEVICE FOR THE EVACUATION OF COMBUSTION PRODUCTS Called MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS CERTITA pe AS Sa 7 O AFNOR Certification identification no NF128 Revision 14 February 2012 Approved by AFNOR Certification 27 February 2012 Date of the first application 1 October 1991 Reference document GENERAL RULES OF THE NF MARK Approved by the Chairman of AFNOR on 28 January 2010 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 This revision of the certification reference standard was approved by the Manager of AFNOR Certification on 27 February 2012 It cancels and replaces any previous versions CONTENTS CONTENTS a nan tee men mines ete al eee mec eee tal atlas n Betas anne tete nn ete sem tete S ee etes Det Crest nec 2 Part 1 SCOPE NEFMARKING oases nieces Sees ae ae A A a eget et ces etapn generee 5 j A SCOR ne NA dees akan E 5 152 ONE MArKRINQL EEE SR CCS CCR Ce CA i de Qi cr de tan s adieu ii n 5 1 35 IAE Kololo BLE r tif ANR CAR RS CURE UC dl
33. L HEATERS February 2012 6 Impact test with dampened tumbler 7 Resistance test of gripping devices 8 Impact test by free fall on slanted plane 9 Retention test 10 Simulation test of a physical distribution channel of goods NF EN 28 317 Child proof resealable package test if applicable NF EN 862 Child proof non resealable package test if applicable The test programmes of methods no 1 to 10 are described in Tables A B and C They specify e The list of applicable individual tests e Sampling required for tests e Acceptance criteria 25 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 TABLE A Title and Main parameters Storage conditions Acceptance criteria sampling S test method Cartridges tanks are filled Temperature s hee ie i reference at the rated capacity z 8 28 z 22 __ 2 _ TM Relative humidity The type of product is Duration 48 se 30 sigs 48 sie specified per test Sealing of closing Real product for a cartridge tank Coloured fuel ign of the product on the blotting paper device for 2 cartridges tanks storage standing 12 hour storage X s allowed on the inner part of the plug S 3 TM cartridge tank turned over lying on closing side X on white blotting paper 24 hour conditioning Chemical Real product veight loss gt 5 compatibility new cartridge tank new plugging 2 X hal operation of plugging system Chemical cartridges tanks brojection or ru
34. QUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 3 1 2 Documents to be supplied Standard acceptance application letter written on the manufacturer s headed paper as shown in the enclosed model form no 1a with its appendix for applications from outside the European Economic Area including the general information sheet form 1b the list of models for which the NF mark application is being made form 1c 1 and or 1c 2 A file containing Presentation of the manufacturing unit localisation other main products manufactured in the plant general organisation of the plant subcontracting dimensioned drawing of all products technical data sheet indicating the characteristics of the presented mobile liquid fuel heaters and or accessories and the various models user s manual supplied with the mobile heater and or accessories marking of mobile liquid fuel heaters and or accessories quality manual and or plan if possible if these documents are not distributed outside the site they must always be made available to the auditor during the audit description of the manufacturing sequence and the inspection plan used indicating measurements and tests carried out and their frequency certificate of conformity of the quality management system if appropriate general organisational chart of the plant and organisational chart of the department in charge of quality sales catalogue of manufactured products and or accessories distri
35. TITA Changes to the wick Extension Tests Authorisation granted by CERTITA application Consumption on sight of the test results without COn reference to the committee if there CO2 2 3 is no particular problem CO over 8 hours operation Temperatures Inspection of instructions and marking Modification of the Extension Tests Authorisation granted by CERTITA burner or combustion application Consumption on sight of the test results without chamber COn reference to the committee if there CO2 2 3 is no particular problem CO over 8 hours operation Temperatures Inspection of instructions and marking Modification of air Extension Tests Authorisation granted by CERTITA contamination safety application Atmospheric safety on sight of the test results without device reference to the committee if there is no particular problem Modification of any Extension Examination of the application by Authorisation granted by CERTITA other safety device application CERTITA and tests to be defined on sight of the test results without reference to the committee if there is no particular problem 74 87 NF128 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS Rev 14 February 2012 Application Extension notification Type of change sent to Examination of the Application conditions CERTITA Modification of declared Extension Examination of the application by Immediate authorisation granted power application CERTITA by CERTITA
36. a support and by two 25 mm thick vertical wooden panels One is placed as close as possible to the back of the appliance and the other against a side face A trihedral of at least 1mx1mx1m should be used the surface should be coated with mat black paint Thermocouples are incorporated into each panel in the centre of 10 cm squares they are inserted into the panels from the outside face so that the soldered joints are 3mm from the surface facing the appliance The appliance is made to function at its maximum rate 9 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 2 1 2 2 5 2 Requirements a Covering temperature The temperature of the covering heater is measured on the measuring temperature device surfaces exposed to radiation generated by the heater walls and front The limit in temperature rise compared with the ambient temperature is for R type heaters During operation the temperature of the grills and parts letting out heat must not exceed 105 C for the top of the appliance 350 C for the bars of the front grill The top is considered to be the upper horizontal plane of the appliance together with any metal part forming this top exposed to heat and not protected by the front grill Grill or vertical plane 350 T including the aligned or recessed reflector Top part 105 C Part not protected by the grill 105 C 60 K for metallic or painted metallic parts 65 K for enamelled
37. agent or any other enterprise see application for sustaining a certification in 4 2 3 For convectors Range Set of products offered by a manufacturer Family Set of products identical as to their type nature of system protecting against air contamination rated combustion capacity combustion mode body shape Ex In the X category several families may coexist square horizontal vertical oval casing Model Within a family a model is characterised by its generic type R for radiant RS for blower radiant SRE for blower with electronic regulation in each category its combustion mode for R and RS with burner BF flame with burner BL laminar flow bare or with accessories with burner BLCS laminar flow reduced section the number of burners per heater burner associated with a special wick diameter Characteristics of the fabric in factory adjustment on the unit 50 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 for SRE with ventilated combustion chamber ventilated pressurised vaporisation Bunsen type vaporisation the auxiliary power supply mode mains or non rechargeable batteries the number of pre set burning rates the type of security system preventing air contamination the nominal consumption at maximum rate for R and RS and average rate between the two limit rates for SRE the useful output power in Watts nominal or maximum The maximum heating
38. ance 29 Creepage distances distances through the air and distances through insulation Note the study of article 24 may involve an overheating measurement 1 Once every 3 EMC tests years 70 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 For accessories ANNUAL TESTS SAMPLING FOLLOW UP TESTS For wicks Part 2 2 1 2 4 2 3 per model CERTITA sends the holder a test report on sampling carried out during the audit The holder informs CERTITA of any corrective actions adopted following the detection of nonconformities 4 1 4 Verifications at commercial outlets Each year at the start of the heating season samples are taken according to the rules described in 4 1 2 2 of this part 4 1 5 Verifications of Customer Services Verifications are carried out twice over a 6 year period 4 1 6 Complaints If there are user complaints the inspections may include sampling or tests at the places where accepted products are used in this case the holder is invited to arrange for representation during the sampling and tests 4 1 7 Presentation to the Special Committee A summary of all inspections carried out is presented by CERTITA at least once a year to the Special Committee The documents examined during each session of the Special Committee must be presented anonymously Sanctions may be proposed by the Special Committee if necessary 71 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS Fe
39. and manufactured under the conditions set out in these Rules 65 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 Part 4 CERTIFIED PRODUCT SURVEILLANCE PROCESS MODIFICATIONS AND DEVELOPMENT SURVEILLANCE PROCESS HOLDER CERTITA MARK COMMITTEE Corrective actions In plant verifications possibly Quality audit 4 1 2 1 sampling 4 1 2 2 foo TL Tests Para 4 1 3 Corrective actions t possibly Verifications possibly at commercial outlets Par 4 1 4 Complaints if any 41 6 Assessment 4 1 2 4 1 3 4 1 4 Potential presentation to the special committee 4 1 7 a Decision and notification 4 1 8 MODIFICATION AND DEVELOPMENT OF COMPANY ORGANISATION OR THE CERTIFIED PRODUCT Modifications concerning the holder 4 2 1 Transfer of production site 4 2 2 Modification of the accepted product new products 4 2 3 Temporary stoppage of production or inspection 4 2 4 Definitive stoppage of production or surrendering the right of use 4 2 5 66 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 4 1 CERTIFIED PRODUCT SURVEILLANCE PROCESS CERTITA organises surveillance of certified products by carrying out verifications in the manufacturing unit or at commercial outlets The purpose is to check that the manufacturer is fulfilling his obligations 4 1 1 Frequency of veri
40. aters of type R radiant RS blower radiant or SRE blower with electronic regulation gt wicks designed for type R convectors In the rest of the text the term the Mark designates this application of the NF Mark 1 2 NF MARKING The NF mark owned by AFNOR takes the form of the NF monogram exactly like the model below for mobile liquid fuel heaters the NF monogram complying with the following model lt amp i MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS for accessories the NF monogram exactly like the model below e SERTITA PAS NS Sa 4 oO The graphics rules for the NF mark are available on request from CERTITA and on the www marque nf com website The provisions concerning the use of the NF mark are described in part 2 of this certification reference standard 1 3 CERTIFIED PRODUCTS The list of certified products is available on the www certita frwebsite 5 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 Part 2 QUALITY REQUIREMENTS TO BE OBSERVED 2 1 REQUIREMENTS CONCERNING PRODUCTS 2 1 1 Reference documents NF D 35 300 December 92 Movable supplementary heating devices operated intermittently burning de aromatized portable open oil burning radiant convectors and not connected to a duct or to a special device exhausting combustion products NF EN 60 335 1 May 1995 and its amendments in force Safety of domestic electrical appliances and similar F
41. b Refusal of the right to use the Mark A decision can be deferred in order to carry out additional examination of the application The applicant may appeal against the decision taken The procedure is set out in Article 12 of the General Rules of the NF Mark If the right to use the NF mark is awarded the beneficiary is known as the holder Maintaining this right is subject to the results of the verifications defined in 3 2 6 and Part 4 The exercising of the right to use the Mark is strictly limited to the products for which it was awarded in other words the duly defined products from the duly defined factories and manufactured under the conditions set out in this reference standard 61 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 3 2 6 Checks after acceptance Following the granting of the right to use the NF mark an audit must be carried out on the production site during initial production and before the products are put on sale Its purpose is to check the industrialisation of the products produced This audit is conducted according to the general principles defined in standard ISO 19011 for conducting a quality audit In particular the scope of the audit and details of the procedure are specified in an audit plan sent to the company before the audit The auditor takes the samples needed for carrying out the tests defined below on the production of a minimum of 5 000 items The tests to be carrie
42. bruary 2012 4 1 8 Decision and notification On the basis of audit results and proposals from the Special Committee CERTITA notifies the holder of one of the following decisions a Renewal of the right to use the Mark providing comments or requesting corrective actions if necessary This renewal may be accompanied by comments or corrective action requests b Renewal of the right to use the NF Mark with formal notification to stop any infringements observed within a given time period This conditional renewal may be accompanied by increased inspections tests and audits which may be unannounced c Suspension of the right to use the Mark suspension has a maximum duration of 6 months and is renewable once only Thereafter the right to use the mark is withdrawn d Withdrawal of the right to use the Mark For sanctions b c and d the fees corresponding to additional audits are charged to the holder regardless of the results The decisions are enforceable from the date of their notification In the event of suspension and depending on the gravity of the non conformities observed the following requirements may be demanded In relation to non conforming products put on the market e Information to users about the risks e Cessation of the sale of products at distributors and or in stock A minimum requirement for restoration of the right to use the NF mark is inspection and validation by CERTITA e Of the identification of th
43. bution method s description of the various processes with input output activities involved in each process with reference to standard ISO 9001 2008 For all mobile liquid fuel heaters exploded view of each model nomenclature of the constitutive parts of each heater presented specifying whether the parts are manufactured by the manufacturer or are subcontracted diagram of the electronic boards with the nomenclature of their components initial validation report of the CO2 detector used according to the specifications defined in part 2 2 1 2 4 3 declaration of non use of asbestos in the manufacture of each model presented life cycle given for the heater in years In addition for SRE appliances Description of the controls and operating instructions Safety provisions taken Drawings inlet outlets sensor Brief description of the program timing List of errors codes Mechanical diagrams Electrical and electronic diagrams with components list wiring drawings Parts list layout drawing electronic board 53 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 Information on components Relay thermostat solenoid valves engine thermal fuse ignition capacitor transformers optocouplers Suppliers 1 2 sources Certificates of conformity with European standards in force from an independent body and less than 5 years old for the following
44. cerns the mobile liquid fuel heaters marketed through distributor s name and address Approval reference for basic model Trade mark s and reference s required Mark s and reference s Certificate no by the distributor already approved of the NF Mark enclose with this application the undertaking of the distributor referred to above Stamp and signature of holder Stamp and signature or of the authorised agent of the distributor Date 78187 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 DOCUMENT INCLUDED WITH APPLICATION FOR MAINTENANCE OF THE RIGHT OF USE THE NF MARK Distributor s undertaking to be prepared on the distributor s letterhead paper lihe und rSidgned sereine eat tte en ni RME Re acting ASS NRA ee eo CINE company Re Rendre tee Rs EN acknowledge that the substitution of the trade name ceeeeeeeeeees for that of the manufacturer on mobile liquid fuel heaters of the above mentioned models results in my assuming responsibilities pertaining thereto In particular declare that hold an exclusive right to use these trade marks and references having registered them in compliance with industrial property legislation in force declare that am aware of the standards relating to mobile liquid fuel heaters of the general rules governing the NF Mark and of the Certification Reference Standard in particular paragraph 3 1 concerning my commitments and its appendices and
45. ces of each type The samples taken are marked by the auditors with a distinctive sign used to authenticate them later and must be accompanied by information allowing the manufacturing batch to be identified The samples taken are sent within 15 days by the manufacturer and under his responsibility to the independent laboratory see Part 5 of these rules charged with carrying out the tests unless the auditors decide to take charge of them 3 3 3 Tests For mobile liquid fuel heaters The tests to be carried out by the independent laboratory on the products sampled during the audit are defined in the table below TESTS SAMPLING ACCEPTANCE TESTS NF D 35 300 1 per model X Specifications Part 2 2 1 NF D 35 300 10 per type R or SRE X Endurance followed by a visual inspection consumption and combustion quality COn A test report is drawn up for the tests and sent by CERTITA to the manufacturer The manufacturer informs CERTITA of any corrective actions adopted following the detection of nonconformities 64 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 For wicks The tests to be carried out by the independent laboratory on the products sampled during the audit are defined in the table below TESTS SAMPLING ACCEPTANCE TESTS PART 2 4 2 3 X A test report is drawn up for the tests and sent by CERTITA to the manufacturer The manufacturer informs CERTITA of any corrective act
46. ctor with two rates 6 1 6 INVOICING OF LIVING AND TRAVELLING EXPENSES Food and accommodation expenses incurred by CERTITA except those directly paid by the manufacturer are subjects an invoice based on their actual cost Travelling expenses incurred by CERTITA except those directly paid by the manufacturer are subjects an invoice based on their actual cost 6 1 7 CANCELLATION OF AN AUDIT Total cancellation of an audit whose date has been fixed by agreement between CERTITA and the audited company is invoiced as follows gt Cancellation 15 days to 8 days before the scheduled date 50 of the audit fee gt Cancellation 7 days to 3 days before the scheduled date 75 of the audit fee gt Cancellation 2 days before the scheduled date 100 of the audit fee 85 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 6 2 TERMS OF PAYMENT 6 2 1 COLLECTION OF PAYMENT CERTITA the authorised organisation is empowered to collect all payments Invoices issued by CERTITA must be paid within 45 days The applicant or holder must settle these invoices under the terms set out any failure on the part of the holder will prevent CERTITA from exercising the inspection and operating responsibilities incumbent on it by virtue of this reference standard If the first enforcement order sent by registered letter with acknowledgement of receipt does not result in payment of the total amount due within one month CERTITA will be e
47. d 18 July 2002 2 1 2 2 8 3 Indications appearing on appliances The inscriptions on the appliances should be written in one of the three official languages of the European Community If French is not used the handbook must provide the meaning in French and a diagram of the keys together with the original text The use of pictograms is recommended In this case the meaning of pictograms shall be explained in the user manual In particular in accordance with paragraph 2 1 2 2 3 a warning on the appliance must indicate ignition fault see user s manual symbol described in NF X 08 003 standard In addition in accordance with paragraph 2 1 2 3 1 a warning referring to the manual must appear on the figurer on the tank compartment regarding how to fill it 2 1 2 2 8 4 Markings on packaging The following information must appear on packaging the model reference the trade name of the heater the name of the manufacturer and or the person responsible for marketing areference to the fuel to be used with an indication of the orders of 25 06 2010 and 18 07 02 the symbol before use read the manual the warning auxiliary space heater for intermittent operation information concerning places where the recommended fuel is sold for example fuel brand name or indication that the fuel is available at places where the heater is sold The indication safety system using direct measurement o
48. d out by the independent laboratory on the products sampled during the audit are defined in the table below TESTS SAMPLING NF D 35 300 Endurance followed by a visual inspection 10 per type R SRE consumption and combustion quality COn The duration of the audit is 2 5 auditor days including audit preparation the audit itself and writing the report on site With the manufacturer s agreement the auditors can take a copy of any document they consider necessary At the end of the audit the audit leader prepares an audit report drawing special attention to the effectiveness of the quality system set up the strong points weak points and a commented report of nonconformities It also includes the report of tests carried out during the audit and the sampling sheet The audit leader prepares two copies of this report and sends one to CERTITA He gives the original copy to the applicant The applicant informs CERTITA of any corrective actions adopted following the detection of nonconformities If there is a serious breach of the Certification Reference Standard CERTITA may as a measure of conservation and after confirmation of the breach make any of the decisions listed in 4 1 8 part 4 The decisions made are reported to the Special Committee 62 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 3 3 ASSESSMENT PROCESS FOR THE ACCEPTANCE OF A NEW TYPE OF APPLIANCE factory already has the NF ma
49. e ignites correctly on each attempt 14 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 2 1 2 2 8 Marking 2 1 2 2 8 1 Identification plate The appliances should have one plate visible and firmly fixed with the following inscriptions Wording Complies with safety requirements The name and address of the manufacturer or of the party responsible for putting the appliance on the market for the first time Trade name of the device The type of appliance the manufacturing serial number and the year of manufacture given by its last two digits The date of the certificate of conformity or the authorisation date of the right of use in force The rated calorific output in Watts The fuel consumption at maximum power expressed in grams per hour The type of fuel to be used 2 1 2 2 8 2 Warning plates The appliances should carry a second plate visible and firmly fixed with the following inscription Warning this appliance gives off combustion products It should only be used intermittently A safety device stops it operating if the room is insufficiently ventilated Refer to the manual for information about ventilation and maintenance Never place anything on the top or the front of the appliance The appliances should carry a third plate visible next to the tank flap and firmly fixed with the following inscription Warning only use a liquid fuel that complies with the orders of 25 June 2010 an
50. e cause of the non conformities observed e Of the adoption of corrective action on the products in stock sold and the following production e Of the lifting of the non conformities by tests carried out at CERTITA on a modified appliance supplied by the manufacturer or sampled by CERTITA In addition the following additional action may be required e An additional audit of the production site e Additional tests at the mark laboratory on the model concerned supplied by the manufacturer or sampled by CERTITA e Additional tests at the mark laboratory on the other models in the manufacturers range supplied by the manufacturer or sampled by CERTITA e Identification of modified appliances for which corrective action has been put in place e Information to CERTITA of the batch numbers of products identified as non conforming and or faulty parts If the restoration of the right to use the NF mark is granted the references of the models should be changed These requirements are not exhaustive Some special cases may occasion demands for additional requirements The applicant may appeal against the decision taken The procedure is set out in Article 12 of the General Rules of the NF mark If there is a serious infraction of the Certification Reference Standard CERTITA may as a measure of conservation after confirmation of the infraction make any decision provided for above The decisions made are reported to the Special Committee 72187 N
51. e to make the calculation with any CO content between the ambient content and the target 1 with an indication of these conditions in the measurement report To improve this ratio scaling down the standardised hood is possible provided that all combustion gases are taken into account For the calculation of the CO content in the products of combustion deprived of air and steam neutral combustion a neutral CO value of 15 is used For these tests carbon monoxide is metered by means of a selective method that makes it possible to unambiguously detect a concentration of 107 11 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 The CO concentration linked to the products of combustion deprived of air and steam is given by the following formula CO y dans chantillon pr l v COambiant CO m CO ambiant CO y CO y combustion neutre x with CO N CO percentage linked to the products of combustion deprived of air and steam CON CO percentage of 15 for deodorised kerosene CO mand CO and CO2 concentrations measured in the average sample taken during the CO u combustion test in a ventilated room by means of the special device both expressed in the same units COambient CO concentration in the ambient air To validate this test the ambient CO concentration must not exceed the limit of 1 ppm The CO concentration in the combustion products must not exceed 50 ppm including m
52. easuring instrument errors 2 1 2 2 6 2 Combustion testing in a tight room The appliance of which the atmosphere monitoring system has been by passed according to the manufacturer s instructions is lit and placed in the tight room It is checked that combustion can continue until the CO concentration reaches 2 3 At this point the CO level on the room should be less than 80 ppm Note 2 3 of CO produced is equivalent to 4 of oxygen consumed for the fuel under used For SRE types The test is carried out until a CO concentration of 2 3 or normal activation of the safety device provided by the manufacturer with the atmosphere monitoring device short cut as recommended by the manufacturer The measurement report indicates the CO and CO value when the heater is cut off 12 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 2 1 2 2 7 Safety devices 2 1 2 2 7 1 Atmosphere monitoring device The appliance is lit and placed in the tight room described in appendix 2 of the present document The changes in CO and CO levels are recorded The appliance should stop because the burner is totally extinguished before the CO level reaches 0 8 0 2 For this test the initial conditions of exchange between the interior and exterior of the room are nil and the initial temperature is Ta As the convectors with full tank are conditioned at Ta before the test a duration of 4 hours is considered satisfactory
53. ebetrrn rite nent ne ete ns 6 Part 2 QUALITY REQUIREMENTS TO BE OBSERVED ienneenreenrses 7 2 1 Requirements concerning products iii 7 2 2 Requirements concerning the quality management system ccccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeecaaaeeeeeeeeeteenaaeeeeeees 32 2 3 Requirements concerning product marking sisi 40 Part 3 OBTAINING CERTIFICATION sicoccccs eset eee ee cctaeae ee cataeeancaescusncsucs dtciaccssansaeseannsancerantouesteccsates 49 3 1 Documents required for the application file 50 32 nitabassesSsment DroteS Striaria DR A AD nee neue ate DU tao Ona Ty yA Deni eI Sin Ota ah 60 3 3 Assessment process for the acceptance of a new type Of appliance eee eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeteeeeaeeeeeeeeeetttaeeeeeees 64 Part 4 CERTIFIED PRODUCT SURVEILLANCE PROCESS MODIFCIATIONS AND DEVEL OPMEN raa cae cane dune ce dame eee du Date den nent annee en aa a nan en en en ee dune en ee danse 67 4 1 Certified product surveillance process iii 68 4 2 Modification and development of company organisation or the certified product 74 Part 5 PARTICIPATING ORGANISATIONS innneennreeeneneemeeneneeeenesneeeeennnses 81 5 1 Authorised Organisations ses sertrttirimenenerererrtebamnelere liner m n TEAREN AT lisse dans tant enedaneeen ete L ins dame r tete tentes 81 D 2 JAUGIt OFGANISALIONS Er sm Pret dede A aT ETAR T EA d em den name ANATAET aA an ane date dan date TNE fer tintin ane de dde 81 53 gt Te
54. es that the inspections stipulated in Part 2 have been carried out regularly for at least 3 months The duration of the audit is 2 auditor days including audit preparation the audit itself and writing the report on site This audit can be combined with a monitoring audit in which case its duration is reduced to 1 day With the manufacturer s agreement the auditors can take a copy of any document they consider necessary The audit reports drawn up by the quality management system certifying body must be sent to the auditor or consulted on site At the end of the audit the audit leader prepares an audit report drawing special attention to the effectiveness of the quality system set up the strong points weak points and a commented report of nonconformities It also includes the report of tests carried out during the audit and the sampling sheet The audit leader prepares two copies of this report and sends one to CERTITA He gives the original copy to the applicant The applicant informs CERTITA of any corrective actions adopted following the detection of nonconformities 63 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 3 3 2 2 Sampling If necessary the auditors take the samples required for the acceptance tests on a production batch from the end of the manufacturing line and or the storage warehouses For convectors a production of 10 of the initial order must be performed with a minimum of 5 000 applian
55. f CO2 level 15 87 NF1 28 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS Rev 14 February 2012 2 1 2 2 9 User and maintenance manual The user s manual must at least be in French and must contain gt gt gt gt its publication date or an identification of its version the name and address of the manufacturer of the devices and or person responsible for marketing the trade name and the reference of appliances to which it applies a table with at least the following technical characteristics Maximum heat output or maximum power in W Minimum heat output or minimum power in W Maximum hourly consumption in g h Minimum hourly consumption in g h Not suitable for rooms smaller than in m3 and in m2 Monitoring of the quality of ventilation air renewal Direct measurement of the CO2 level Indirect method of determining the CO2 level Electrical power supply battery type with explanation or diagram of battery installation in an Operating Instructions section for types R 220 230 VAC 50 Hz mains supply for types SRE Where appropriate the electrical power consumption ignition continuous in Watts for types SRE Note The same manual may be used for several heater references with the same brand name These references must be clearly indicated on the 1st page In this case the characteristics table shall be presented for each reference the minimum
56. f the appliance is measured base included L Lsin 10 is calculated i e h 0 174 L The appliance is then placed on the floor alight and with the tank full and then adjusted to its maximum rate Resting on its width the appliance is lifted by its side handle to height h and released the anti shock device should react the test is repeated for both the appliance widths 13 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 b Sliding test The appliance is placed on the inclinable plane free to move The plane is inclined progressively to 20 for the two longest dimensions of the appliance Between 7 and 20 the appliance should not fall over The safety device should operate but in no circumstances should the stove flare up Up to 7 no abnormal fuel flow should be observed and in no circumstances should the fuel flare up This test is carried out on the 4 sides of the heater The tank shall be full and the heater ignited The inclination speed shall be equal to 1 5 0 5 angular degrees second 2 1 2 2 7 4 Safety against fire risk The following method tests that cloth blocking off half the radiation area of the stove in operation in steady state conditions does not catch fire The following pieces of cloth are positioned successively veiling 91 polyester 9 linen basis weight 100g m 10 against the front face and the top of the appliance masking half of them woven fabric
57. fications At least 2 audits per year are done on the production or processing site After a period of 2 years from the acceptance date this frequency is reduced to 1 audit per year In the event of suspension cf 4 1 8 and if applicable the audit frequency is increased to two audits per year for 2 years Additional audits may be carried out on the proposal of the Special Committee or at the initiative of CERTITA 4 1 2 In plant verifications The examinations carried out on the production site and subcontracting site if applicable concern primarily any modifications made since the previous audit that affect manufacturing inspection methods or organisation of the quality management system At each audit a quality audit is carried out according to the general principles defined by standard ISO 19011 concerning a quality audit in particular the scope and details of the procedures are specified in an audit plan sent to the company before the audit if necessary a sample of products is taken from stock or failing this during manufacturing for tests at the mark laboratory in order to check the validity of the results obtained by the manufacturer see 4 1 2 2 During the audit the auditor has conformity tests carried out in his presence on accepted products in order to verify the conditions under which inspections are carried out by the manufacturer It is preferable to carry out these tests on the type sampled for te
58. he detector reacts A saturation test is then carried out The detector is placed in the sealed box in contact with gas A1 for 2 hours It must not react 2 1 2 4 4 Specifications for non reusable cartridges tanks The test programme below takes into account 23 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 reasonably predictable stresses under consumer use conditions starting from the sales outlet characteristics specific to fuel for an oil burning heating system especially concerning the efficiency of packaging against ageing due to light by recommending either material treatment or marking of the expiration date replenishment date 6 months the verification of regulatory requirements aspects specific to its use in a heating system The specifications described concern the characteristics deemed necessary for cartridges tanks to perform their fuel tank and packaging functions They shall be complemented by the notification of all markings being either regulatory specific or necessary for proper use These indications shall be written on cartridges in a indelible and legible way However distribution channel stresses may entail modifications of the cartridge tank as regards its shape dimensions and sealing performance which might be detrimental to its use as an oil burning convector tank Thus to take this into account a test sequence as per standard NF H 00 060 is scheduled to simulate the
59. hourly consumption the measured value shall fit in the drawn tolerance range obtained from the declared consumption of the heater in study with its original wick The verification is performed on 3 identical samples under the same conditions If a type of wick can be adapted to several appliances the tests shall be carried out on each basic model defined by the type of burner and declared consumption 22 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 2 1 2 4 3 Specifications for CO2 detectors A CO2 detector is initially validated according to the following protocol The test is carried out using a sealed transparent box in which two detectors are placed Their operation is analysed by recording the reaction signal at the preset detection threshold The gases are injected in the sealed box at a pressure and speed that avoids any influence on the detector For a device operating on a physical principle the detection threshold is checked using a gas mixture CO2 Air for the following levels A1 Concentration lower than the preset detection threshold A2 Concentration causing the preset detection threshold to be exceeded by roughly 20 The following mixtures of interfering gases are required Bi mixture of CO roughly 50 ppm and dry air B2 mixture of NO roughly NO 100 ppm NOx 105 ppm max and dry air A humidity generating system is set up using saline solutions and allowing the humidity to be va
60. ical file that was submitted with the application for acceptance and shall take into account any observation made when the right to use the Mark was granted Consequently any modification including modifications concerning the manufacturing and inspection resources and the quality assurance system that could have a determining effect on production conformity that the holder wishes to make on accepted products must also be communicated to CERTITA in writing An application for a new model and or a new range takes the form of an application for extension of the right to use the NF Mark forms 1a and 1c defined in Part 3 and updating of the file Application to maintain the right to use the NF Mark The right to use the NF Mark granted to a product under a given designation or trade mark is not automatically extended to similar products from the same source sold under a different designation or trade mark The procedure which enables this is called retaining the right to use the NF Mark Any holder of the NF Mark intending to market this product through means of a distributor and under the latter s trade name must file an application for maintaining the right to use the NF Mark according to the form in the appendix 3 This application must be countersigned by the distributor and the agent if necessary and accompanied by the product technical data sheet 73187 NF128 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS Rev 14 February 2012 F
61. ified again to demonstrate conformity with the requirements When a nonconforming product is detected after delivery or after it has been put into use the manufacturer must take suitable action to inhibit the real or potential effects of the nonconformity Corrective actions 8 5 2 of standard ISO 9001 2008 The manufacturer must conduct actions to eliminate the causes of nonconformities so that they do not recur The corrective actions must be appropriate to the effects of the nonconformities encountered A written procedure must be prepared defining requirements for carrying out a review of non conformities including customer complaints determining the causes of non conformities assessing the need to undertake actions that will prevent the non conformities from recurring determining and implementing the actions required recording the results of actions implemented carrying out a review of corrective actions implemented Records indicating complaints made against certified products and their processing must be produced and conserved 35 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 2 2 2 At the premises of the authorised dealer distributor or his representative for customer services The manufacturer s quality management system for products concerned by the application of this mark must comply with standard NF EN ISO 9001 2008 quality management systems requirements The foll
62. impact of land transportation on the cartridge tank a Complete test programme Tests shall be performed according to the following sequence Phase 1 serviceability test concerning the Cartridge tank function as per methods no 1 to 9 and standard ISO 8317 or EN 862 Phase 2 simulation test of a physical distribution channel of goods as per method no 10 Phase 3 test of the tank function as per methods no 11 to 20 using the same cartridges tanks which were subject to the test programme of phase 2 Stress level taken into account The stress level taken into account within the framework of the document corresponds to reasonably predictable use It is set on the basis of observations of consumer behaviour for parameters selected as representative of the cartridge tank function For the tank function the parameters selected are those imposed on the heater standard NF D 35 300 complemented by parameters specific to this accessory Note the document does not take into account very high stress levels which may result from obvious carelessness clumsiness and or misuse b Test programme for the packaging function Each elementary stress is simulated in a laboratory by a single or isolated test method Method No Description Sealing test of closing device Chemical compatibility and permeability test Rigidity test Stability test Dynamic compression test akWwND 24 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUE
63. ing body or the collective certification mark 2 The name of the certification standard used 3 The manner in which the certification standard can be consulted General rules of the NF Mark The purpose of the marking rules given below is to guide the holder in how to meet the regulations and the requirements of the NF mark Articles 4 11 14 and 15 of the general rules of the NF mark specify the conditions of use of validity and the penalties in the event of abusive use 39 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 2 3 3 Product marking For mobile liquid fuel heaters The NF mark must be accompanied by the following information address of the head office of AFNOR Certification 11 avenue Francis de Pressens 93571 Saint Denis La Plaine Cedex or www marque nf com name of the manufacturer or agent or of the brand name reference to standard NF D 35 300 reference of the certification reference standard of the NF 128 mark and identification number of the holder of the MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS NF mark and of the production plant 4 character code provided by the Appointed Organisation of the type commercial name of the product information imposed by reference standards and regulations in particular the sentence complies with safety requirements and the date of approval for the right to use the NF mark considered as the standard date code ensuring traceability of the fina
64. ion of product range 3 1 1 Inclusion of the assessment process for the acceptance of a new type of appliance in a factory that already has the NF mark 3 1 1 Whole 14 27 February 2012 Revision of the Certification Reference Standard document Modification of the NF logo Modification of the order concerning fuel 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 2 8 and 2 1 2 2 9 Modification of the test for monitoring combustion ina ventilated room 2 1 2 2 6 1 Modification of the acceptance procedure 3 2 Update of the types of tests carried out for modifications to accepted products 4 2 3 Precision in the event of a change of an authorised agent 4 2 1 Updating the invoicing of travel and accommodation expenses 6 1 6 4 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 Part 1 SCOPE NF MARKING Preamble Reference regulatory texts This certification reference standard is part of the regulatory framework of the certification of services and products other than agricultural forestry food or sea services and products provided for in articles L 115 27 to L 115 33 and R 115 1 to R 115 3 of the French Consumer Code taking account of the opinion of the National Consumer Council dated 17 December 2007 1 1 SCOPE The products covered by the certification reference standard are gt intermittent duty mobile auxiliary space convectors with flame using liquid fuel for mobile auxiliary space he
65. ions adopted following the detection of nonconformities 3 3 4 Examination of the application by the Special Committee A summary of the audit observations and test results is presented anonymously to the Special Committee The layout of this summary must clearly highlight any points where the products presented or inspections set up by the manufacturer do not comply strictly with the requirements defined in Part 2 of these certification rules After examining the various documents in the file the Special Committee proposes to award or refuse the right of use 3 3 5 Decision and notification On the basis of the results obtained during the examination of the application and on the basis of the proposals of the Mark Committee CERTITA notifies the applicant of one of the following decisions a Award of the right to use the Mark b Refusal of the right to use the Mark A decision can be deferred in order to carry out additional examination of the application The applicant may appeal against the decision taken The procedure is set out in Article 12 of the General Rules of the NF Mark If the right to use the NF mark is awarded the beneficiary is known as the holder Maintaining this right is subject to the results of the verifications defined in Part 4 The exercise of the right to use the Mark is strictly limited to the products for which it was awarded in other words the duly defined products from the duly defined factories
66. irst part general rules associated with NF EN 50 165 August 1997 NF EN 50 106 June 97 Safety of domestic electrical appliances and similar Special rules for series testing of appliances within the scope of application of EN 60 335 1 Decree No 92 1280 of 10 December 1992 amended by Decree No 2004 945 of 1 September 2004 stipulating the safety requirements concerning mobile liquid fuel heaters and their spare parts Mobile liquid fuel heaters shall satisfy the regulatory requirements related to electromagnetic compatibility low voltage and batteries packaging 2 1 2 Technical specifications The detailed technical specifications below add to or complete the requirements in the reference texts They do not replace these texts 2 1 2 1 General case a Test conditions and fuel used All tests are conducted with a liquid fuel compliant with the orders of 25 June 2010 and 18 July 2002 The atmosphere monitoring device and burner quality tests are carried out in a tight room The other tests are done in a ventilated room with the following standard climatic conditions at ambient pressure temperature 23 C 5 C relative humidity 30 to 90 RH It is preferable to monitor these variations in conditions by recording 6 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 The gas analyses should be done using selective methods enabling the operator to determine the following concentrations unambiguously
67. itor or consulted on site At the end of the audit the audit leader prepares an audit report drawing special attention to the effectiveness of the quality system set up the strong points weak points and a commented report of nonconformities It also includes the report of tests carried out during the audit and the sampling sheet The audit leader prepares two copies of this report and sends one to CERTITA He gives the original copy to the applicant The applicant informs CERTITA of any corrective actions adopted following the detection of nonconformities 3 2 2 2 Sampling If necessary the auditors take the samples required for the tests from the end of the manufacturing line and or the storage warehouses The samples taken are marked by the auditors with a distinctive sign used to authenticate them later and must be accompanied by information allowing the manufacturing batch to be identified The samples taken are sent within 15 days by the manufacturer and under his responsibility to the independent laboratory see Part 5 of this reference standard charged with carrying out the tests unless the auditors decide to take charge of them 3 2 3 Tests For mobile liquid fuel heaters The tests to be carried out by the independent laboratory on the products sampled during the audit are defined in the table below TESTS SAMPLING ACCEPTANCE TESTS NF EN 35 300 Specifications Part 2 2 1 1 per model X A test repo
68. ittence The heater must stop either by removing the tank or automatically after a maximum duration indicated by the manufacturer This duration is checked with a tolerance of 2 2 1 2 3 8 Test of burner quality with poor ventilation during 8 hours continuous operation The test is carried out in a room of 39 4 m 15 to 16 m floor area with adjustable and monitored ventilation The air in this room must be renewed at a rate of 0 4 0 1 volume hour The air intake must be at ground level and the outlet at a height of at least 1 8 m The appliance is placed in the centre of the area furthest from the room air outlet as shown in the diagram below Air intake Transmit l Air extraction The air contamination safety device must be switched off following the manufacturer s instructions The appliance is operated for 8 hours The CO concentration is measured continuously 1 measurement per minute in the centre of the room The expanded uncertainty k 2 on the CO measurement below 30 ppmv must be less than or equal to 2 ppmv For R type appliances the test is conducted for the maximum and minimum settings available to the user one or 2 positions depending on the model The ambient air temperature of the room must not exceed 35 C 20 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 For SRE type appliances the test is conducted for a set point of 23 C so that the appliance is made to
69. l consult Name and contact numbers of the manufacturer or marketing manager If any doubts remain you can write to CERTITA 39 41 rue Louis Blanc 92400 COURBEVOIE 43 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 Accordingly the Applicants and Holders of the NF Mark are recommended to base the quality system set up for the products intended to be certified on the typical model defined by Standard NF EN ISO 9001 and draw up the quality plans and quality manual in compliance with the requirements specified in said standard The implemented Quality Assurance system must be the subject of documentation issuing made available to the Authorised Body which shall decide whether this system is designed to achieve the set objectives and shall verify on the production site whether it has in fact enabled these objectives to be achieved The Quality Assurance documents are both descriptive general organisation rules procedures relative to the achievement and verification of quality and a technical character definition of machine verification procedures definition of methods for measuring and verifying characteristics 2 3 3 Documentation The compulsory colours for the NF monogram in the documentation are NF letters white Background of oval Pantone blue 2955 C The use of other colours is subject to a waiver request made to CERTITA References to the NF Mark in commercial documents order
70. l product and of the following components radiant type heaters R burner wick removable and fixed tanks safety system blower radiant type heaters RS same components as R type heaters plus the fan motor blower type heaters with electronic regulation SRE injected air motor fan motor carburetion motor ignition device removable and fixed tanks if possible electronic PCBs serial number or batch number For accessories item reference code ensuring traceability of the final product heater model for which they are designed on the packaging The mandatory markings in particular the NF Mark the name of the manufacturer and the traceability code shall be readable indelible and non removable and shall be put on each mobile liquid fuel heater and or accessory Reminder In case of suspension or withdrawal decision or of nonconforming product the manufacturer shall cease any reference to the NF mark on the products or in documentation The dimensions of this marking and means used are left to the manufacturer s discretion provided the information is legible Should the height of the logo be less than 15 mm the words CERTIFIE BY CERTITA are optional 40 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 2 3 2 Information sheet An information sheet must be attached to each product The information must necessarily include the NF logo with the name of the application the name of
71. le for this heater is damaged its replacement must be carried out by the manufacturer or by a repair workshop recognised by the importer to avoid any danger e FUEL WARNING The fuel used must only be a fuel for mobile liquid fuel heater complying with the orders of 25 06 2010 and 18 07 2002 The use of any other fuel is forbidden e As a safety measure against fire the tank must be filled with the appliance switched off in a different room to the one where the heater is installed the user must always check that the filled tank is closed correctly away from any source of heat or naked flames gt The chapters e PREPARATION OF THE HEATER BEFORE USE unpacking installing the batteries filling the tank etc e INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING THE VARIOUS FUNCTIONS PROPOSED ignition extinction adjustment etc with diagrams and or photos and or pictograms e UPKEEP AND CLEANING MAINTENANCE Normal and regular at the end of the heating season before first use of the season list of codes and their meanings known solutions to operating problems etc Note For GS the maintenance aspects must be grouped together In multilingual manuals the maintenance section shall always be contained in a separate sub chapter in each language gt Information concerning e The use of child protection systems grill etc with a referenced accessory where appropriate e Repairs replacement of important parts and work on the safe
72. metallic parts 80 K for all other materials During the test after two hours of operation the maximum temperature rise is measured on the adjacent faces If the temperatures of the sides of the appliance are likely to vary significantly between the left and right of the appliance the tests should be repeated with test face placed on the other side of the appliance Surface temperatures specified above shall not be exceeded 10 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 b Maximum temperature of surfaces radiating heat The grill is considered to comprise all metal bars forming a uniform surface together with any part acting as a heat deflector that is included in the same plane However the maximum recess of 20 mm limited to two bars or equivalent deflector plates at most is accepted with no temperature constraint applicable to it provided that the spaces between all bars or equivalent is always less than or equal to 3 cm The surface measuring device consists of a contact heat probe or similar The measurement is taken after operating the appliance for at least one hour In the factory a different measuring technique is accepted provided that it has been demonstrated to be equivalent to the proposed device for SRE type heaters The temperature of the surfaces should not exceed the limits indicated in 2 1 2 2 5 2 b c Blown air temperature SRE type appliances The temperature of the ai
73. mogeneity in gas must be controlled satisfactorily hood gas analysers CO2 NOx CO low concentration temperature measurement device balance inclinable plane or similar surface temperature measurement by contact probe or equivalent 33 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 Product monitoring and measurement Para 8 2 4 of standard ISO 9001 The manufacturer must monitor and measure the product characteristics to verify that the requirements for the product are satisfied For each new mobile liquid fuel heater submitted for the mark all tests provided for in the Certification Reference Standard for the NF Mobile Liquid Fuel Heater application are to be conducted by the manufacturer in order to validate the design In particular for any new design of appliance the manufacturer must have ageing test results confirming fitness for use during a given period as claimed in the NF file see Part 3 Form 1 c 1 concerning materials used for tanks operating devices safety features control systems the body exposed to temperature and gases For the purposes of the NF mark the inspection plan must always include at least the tests and inspections referred to below As a final check the inspection plan set up must guarantee the conformity of the products with the specifications of the reference standards It must include at least the tests referred to below Regular
74. nning when opened compatibility new cartridge tank plug open then closed 2 ridge tank leakproof when turned over for 1 S 6TM2 cartridges tanks ite new cartridge tank blocked plug 2 leterioration rupture crack split etc on the cartridges tanks e cartridge tank ermanent distortion likely to affect the stability at Rigidity Real product 2 broduct overflow X lateral compression S 1TM3 F daN 2 m1 m2 g 10 load application duration 2 minutes 26 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 TABLE B Title and Main parameters Storage conditions Acceptance criteria sampling S test method Cartridges tanks are filled Temperature 20 C r 20C 40C 2c es 2c 18C 20 reference at the rated capacity ME D humidiy r specified per test Stability Real product 2 24 hour storage No tilting at 15 slope 15 in relation to the vertical axis in S 1 normal operating position Dynamic Real product 2 2 cartridges tanks No visible leak compression No permanent distortion likely to affect the F daN 20 stability at 0 or normal operation of the plugging Load application duration 1 minutes system S 2TM5 2 positions vertical 1 cartridge tank horizontal 1 cartridge tank Impact with small Real product 2 During testing no leak resulting from alteration of dampened tumbler one of the cartridge tank components body Number of falls 1
75. ntitled to take measures of conservation with regard to the right to use the NF Mark for all of the holder s certified products 6 2 2 OBTAINING CERTIFICATION The services payable for each factory are examination of the files the audit and tests on the samples taken during this audit The fee for examination of the file is paid as a single sum when the application is filed and covers file examination for a production site presenting the file to the Special Committee and the contribution to the general management of the mark The test fee is payable once the laboratory in charge of the test is in possession of the samples No fees relating to examination of the application can be refunded regardless of the result of the examination 6 2 3 CERTIFIED PRODUCT SURVEILLANCE Invoicing covers the right to use the NF mark passed on to AFNOR Certification file monitoring the audit and tests carried out on samples during this audit If acceptance is granted during the course of the year the amounts invoiced correspond to the services provided Invoices for tests are sent once the laboratory in charge of the tests is in possession of the samples After certification of a product an annual fee for the right to use the NF mark is invoiced to the holder by CERTITA amount included in the fees mentioned above and paid to AFNOR Certification 86 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 This fee for the right
76. of use passed on to AFNOR Certification is intended to cover General operation of the NF mark organisation of quality assurance monitoring of organisations in the NF network management of the certification committee defence of the NF mark registration and protection of the mark legal advice appeals management legal fees Contribution to the general promotion of the NF mark The fee for file monitoring cannot be refunded even if it is decided to withdraw the right of use 6 2 4 ADDITIONAL VERIFICATIONS Costs resulting from additional audits or tests are payable by the manufacturer regardless of the results Additional examination of the file is also invoiced for the processing of inadequacies or anomalies observed by CERTITA or following sanctions proposed by the committee As long as the Holder has stocks of products bearing the NF Mark inspections are continued and the corresponding fees are due 6 2 5 TRAVEL AND ACCOMMODATION EXPENSES Travel and accommodation expenses are to be paid for by the Applicant or the Holder 87 87
77. onsists in operating a heater until the cartridge is empty by causing several shutdowns and restarts after cooling 2 hour sequence Temperature Temperature resistance The cartridge tank shall withstand a 50 C temperature without undergoing a definitive alteration of its characteristics refer to test of the cartridge tank function The test is performed in a 50 C constant temperature bath The cartridge tank is connected to an air supply system The assembly is dipped into an open tank filled with water The cartridge is pressurised to 0 5 bar Leaks shall be detected by bubbling No leak is allowed Three samples shall be tested Temperature during handling The temperature of the cartridge tank shall not exceed the ambient temperature by more than 60K The temperature of the gripping area and the fuel area is measured during operation of the heating system Fuel temperature During the hot sealing test a check of the fuel temperature increase in the tank shall be made to make sure that it remains below 20K following an operating sequence Minimum operating duration The cartridge tank capacity shall ensure minimal operation for at least 6 hours if the heater is set to the maximum rate The inspection consists in calculating the difference between the maximum consumption and the quantity contained 30 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 2 2 REQUIREMENTS CONCERNING THE QUALITY MANAGEM
78. ontrol of NO content in combustion products Control of combustion quality no CO Operating durability Operating durability Intermittent operation USE AND MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDATIONS Refer to the leaflet appended with the appliance and the safety plate on the appliance Reference and batch or serial number of the item refer to the product If not satisfied first of all consult Name and contact numbers of the manufacturer or marketing manager If any doubts remain you can write to CERTITA 39 41 rue Louis Blanc 92400 COURBEVOIE 42 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 For wicks AFAQ AFNOR Certification 11 RUE FRANCIS DE PRESSENSE 93571 LA PLAINE SAINT DENIS CEDEX INFORMATION SHEET The NF Mark guarantees the quality of this item according to French standards and Certification reference standard for the NF 128 application NF 128 COMPLYING WITH STANDARD NF D 35 300 AND ADDITIONAL SPECIFICATIONS DEFINED BY THE CERTIFICATION REGULATIONS FOR THE NF 128 MARK MAIN CHARACTERISTICS CERTIFIED Suitability for heater s for which the wick is submitted for approval Heat output for this these heater s Combustion quality control USE AND MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDATIONS Refer to the leaflet appended with the heater and to indications shown on the wick s packaging Reference and batch or serial number of the item refer to the product If not satisfied first of al
79. or R and RS types the measured concentration of nitrogen oxides should not exceed 30 ppmv for NO 3ppmv for NO NO is considered to equal NOx NO For SRE types the measured concentration of nitrogen oxides should not exceed 100 ppmv for NO 4ppmv for NO NO is considered to equal NOx NO 2 1 2 3 5 Warning plate inscription endurance The check on the indelibility of the inscriptions is done as follows Rub the marking 10 times back and forth with a cotton cloth used in compliance with the requirements of standard NF EN ISO 105 D01 basis weight approximately 270 g m dampened with demineralised water Rub the marking again 10 times back and forth with another cloth identical to the first one and preferably dampened with the reference fuel Acceptance criteria after testing the marking shall be readable and the label shall not be wrinkled nor show signs of separation from the heater 2 1 2 3 6 Endurance 19 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 Conformity of the appliance with the requirements of 2 1 2 2 2 a 2 1 2 2 6 1 2 1 2 2 7 1 of this document is tested again after an endurance test of 250 hours operation with the appliance at its maximum rate For 250 hours fatigue strength is tested by successively replenishing the fuel in the removable tank with successive shutdown and restart representative of its use These hours are spread over approximately 20 days 2 1 2 3 7 Interm
80. or mobile liquid fuel heaters description of changes hardware and software and consequences for operation the manufacturing inspection plan if necessary analysis of the hazard modification pair see Appendix 2 For the wicks needed for a heater already certified with the NF mark a letter to inform the holder of the mobile liquid fuel heater of the intention to put on the market a wick for the heater in question commitment of the holder of the NF mobile liquid fuel heater Mark to inform the manufacturer of the wick of any change on the heater s in question that may have consequences on the wick a description of the modifications and their consequences for the operation of the appliance The modification is examined on the basis of the table below and cannot be implemented until CERTITA has given its agreement This response from CERTITA acceptance preliminary inspections or referral to the Special Committee must be made within 15 days The samples required for carrying out tests are sent by the holder and under his responsibility to the independent laboratory charged with carrying out the tests They must be marked in a way that allows later authentication and be accompanied by information allowing the material batches used for their manufacture to be identified case by case Application Extension notification Type of change sent to Examination of the Application conditions CER
81. owing chapters of the standard are applicable 4 Quality management system 4 1 General requirements 4 2 Documentation requirements 5 Management responsibility 5 4 Planning 5 5 Responsibility and authority 6 1 Provision of resources 6 2 Human resources 6 3 Infrastructure 6 4 Work environment 7 Product realisation 7 1 Planning of product realisation 7 2 Customer related processes 7 4 Purchasing 7 5 Production and service provision 7 5 1 Control of production and service provision 7 5 2 Validation of processes for production and service provision 7 5 3 Identification and traceability 7 5 5 Preservation of the product 7 6 Control of monitoring and measuring equipment 8 2 Monitoring and measurement 8 2 3 Monitoring and measurement of processes 8 2 4 Product monitoring and measurement 8 5 2 Corrective action 8 5 3 Preventive action None of the explicit requirements referring to notions of continual improvement are taken into account 36 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 2 2 2 1 For liquid fuel heaters Associated services product support and training 6 2 7 8 2 of standard ISO 9001 2008 The distributor shall prepare and keep up to date documents to perform check and report that these services allow the product to be kept in conformity with the NF Mobile liquid fuel heater application certification reference standard in force These documents deal in pa
82. pare parts to be procured and possibly draw up specifications with his suppliers draw up and keep an up to date list of approved suppliers draw up and keep up to date records relating to the quality of the possibly accepted manufacturers 37 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 2 2 2 2 For the accessories Purchasing The distributor shall prepare and keep up to date documented procedures to ensure the purchased accessory complies with the specified requirements The distributor must define the specifications of accessories to be procured and possibly draw up specifications with his suppliers define the criteria applied for selecting suppliers draw up and keep an up to date list of approved suppliers draw up and keep up to date records relating to the quality of the possibly accepted manufacturers The purchase orders shall clearly define the accessory ordered technical characteristics quantities deadlines etc refer to the technical specifications to the specifications and possibly contain an application for the transmission of analysis certificates The specifications shall specify the following requirements The accessory manufacturer shall prepare and keep up to date documented procedures defining the rules adopted to identify the accessory in a unique way throughout all production stages from reception up to the end product drawings marking tagging travelle
83. r blown by the heater must not be higher than 100 C in the heating area one meter from the middle of the front face of the heater 2 1 2 2 6 Combustion quality 2 1 2 2 6 1 Combustion testing in a ventilated room Samples taken concerning the products of combustion are taken in such a way as to obtain average samples linked to a permanent state of the appliances To collect all combustion products without affecting their path at least in the zone likely to have an influence on combustion quality a special device is used as described in appendix 1 of this document The base of the cone should correspond to the top of the appliances under test The sides should be sufficiently high for the CO content measured at the top of the cone to be slightly over 1 If this condition is not fulfilled the result will be overdimensioning of the device that could cause back pressure at the base of the device To remedy this a diaphragm is placed at the top of the device to ensure that this CO content is slightly over 1 However this diaphragm is not used if it changes the combustion quality For SRE heaters gases are mechanically directed to the front when they are already heavily diluted by the blower fan Consequently the bottom of the hood is positioned parallel to the hot air blowing grill Measuring must not disturb the heater operation The calculation is obtained by subtracting the ambient CO content from a measured content Thus it is possibl
84. r sheet This identification must ensure traceability and provide a history of the product 38 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 2 3 REQUIREMENTS CONCERNING PRODUCT MARKING 2 3 1 The NF logo The NF logo must ensure identification of every certified product The NF certified product must bear a designation and identification distinct from non certified products The holder must only use the NF logo to distinguish certified products without risk of any possible confusion with other products particularly with non certified products The graphic tools of the logo film floppy disk etc are available at AFNOR s communication department Tel 01 41 62 80 00 and on the www marque nf com website in the holders space The holder is recommended to submit all documents relating to the NF mark to CERTITA beforehand 2 3 2 Reference texts Communication of information concerning product and service certification is governed by regulations which seek to make the meaning of labels certification marks and so on apparent to users Accordingly article R 115 2 of the French Consumer Code stipulates that Where reference is made to certification in advertising on labelling or the presentation of any product or service and in commercial documents of any kind relating thereto the following mandatory information must be provided to the consumer or user 1 The designation or company name of the certify
85. rance is 10 g h Conversion from declared power in W and declared consumption is made using the constant 12 kWh kg possibly rounded up to the nearest hundredth on power exclusively The output is measured before and after endurance in order to check the heaters evolution after ageing b Burner runaway By burner runaway we mean observation of an increase in fuel consumption without intervention by the appliance user Tests are made to ensure that this situation cannot arise when the appliance is in steady state conditions at maximum flow This test is carried out during the flow measurement test It is considered that there is burner runaway if the variation in hourly consumption over a period of 5 minutes calculated between 2 consecutive observations 5 minutes apart is greater than 10 of the hourly consumption calculated at 2 1 2 2 2 a During this test the hot relighting quality is also tested cf 2 1 2 2 7 5 2 1 2 2 3 Lighting device The appliance should have a safe means of lighting built into it This means that starting the burner should be done without removing the protection against shocks or the covering Manual lighting should only be possible as long as the appliance s safety system remains active 8 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 In all cases a warning affixed to the heater shall indicate A ignition fault see user s manual To verify that the safety device is
86. ried relative humidity at 20 C of 30 60 or 75 Details of a cycle The detector is exposed to gas A1 for 2 hours in the sealed box The detector must not react Gas A1 is gradually replaced by gases B1 and B2 The detector must not react Gases B1 and B2 are then gradually replaced by gas A2 The detector must react within 15 minutes The sealed box is then aerated with ambient air CO2 level roughly 400 ppm The test is repeated 200 times 200 cycles However every 50 cycles the samples with their power supply switched off are placed in the following climatic conditions 24hours at 0 5 C then return to ambient temperature for at least 4 hours 24 hours at 50 5 C then return to ambient temperature for at least 4 hours After these climatic phases the saline solution is changed in order to carry out the following 50 cycles at a different relative humidity The relative humidity levels are as follows First period of 50 cycles 75 Second period of 50 cycles 75 Third period of 50 cycles 30 Last period of 50 cycles 60 The success rate correct response to the gas injected must be 100 for both samples being tested At the end of the cycles a test with low battery is carried out This test consists in placing the detector in the sealed box where the CO2 level is above the detection threshold The detector is powered by a very low current which is gradually increased to determine the minimum value at which t
87. rk 3 3 1 Examination of the certification application The application and enclosed file sent to CERTITA are examined before factory verifications and tests are carried out If some elements do not correspond to the requirements of the certification rules CERTITA informs the applicant and only carries out the audit once a new file is presented and is judged to comply in all aspects with the requirements of the NF mark When the file is complete and the fees have been paid preparations for a factory audit are begun and product samples are taken for testing 3 3 2 In plant verification Examination of the application is preceded by an audit of the factory where the products presented for acceptance are manufactured It also includes where appropriate an audit of the final transformation unit of the product It is conducted by auditors who have given an undertaking to observe professional secrecy 3 3 2 1 Quality Audit The auditor s Conduct a quality audit with the purpose of verifying the existence and effective implementation of the quality management system set up by the manufacturer and its conformity with the quality requirements in Part 2 of these rules This audit is conducted according to the general principles defined in standard ISO 19011 for conducting a quality audit In particular the scope of the audit and details of the procedure are specified in an audit plan sent to the company before the audit Verify i
88. rmation allowing the manufacturing batch to be identified They are marked by the auditor with a distinctive sign used to authenticate them later and sent within less than 15 days by the manufacturer and under his responsibility to the independent laboratory charged with carrying out the tests unless the auditors decide to take charge of them 69 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 4 1 3 Tests The tests to be carried out by the mark laboratory on the products sampled during the annual follow up audits are defined in the table below For convectors TESTS SAMPLING ANNUAL FOLLOW UP Visual eee ee Er Examination of the marking and manual ne ee Safety and performance tests before endurance tests Consumption CO CO2 Nox Reaction time of the safety device Safety and performance tests after endurance tests Consumption CO CO2 Nox Reaction time of the safety device Examination of declaration of EMC and Low voltage 1 conformity Electrical tests Tests conducted by Twice over 6 random sampling years 7 Markings and indications RS and SRE 8 Protection against access to active parts active insertability of test finger 10 Power and current 13 Leakage current and dielectric strength at operating temperature 22 Construction 23 Internal conductors 24 Components 25 15 Connection to the mains and flexible external cables 27 Earthing arrangements measurement of resist
89. room after analysis the temperatures can be measured during the tests the homogeneity of the atmosphere is satisfactory for all CO levels envisaged a return to the initial conditions ambient temperature is possible between tests by means of a suitable air conditioning system The tightness of the room must not be affected by this system during the tests c Physical characteristics of the room tightness This is defined by the hourly reduction in the CO level The operator creates a homogeneous CO level of 4 0 2 in the room without heating but by releasing CO from a cylinder and he checks after two hours that this level has fallen by less than 0 1 46 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 en pointill le hublot et la porte b Face chelle 1 25 Figure A 1 exemple de chambre tanche de 17 5 m 47 1 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 Part 3 OBTAINING CERTIFICATION PROCESS FOR OBTAINING CERTIFICATION APPLICANT CERTITA MARK COMMITTEE Compiling the application file application for the right to use the mark 3 1 1 documents to be supplied 3 1 2 Corrective actions possibly Corrective actions possibly Additional actions to be undertaken Examination of the certification application 3 2 1 In plant verifications quality audit 3 2 2 1 sampling 3 2 2 2 E Tes
90. rt is drawn up for the tests and sent by CERTITA to the manufacturer The manufacturer informs CERTITA of any corrective actions adopted following the detection of nonconformities 60 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 For wicks The tests to be carried out by the independent laboratory on the products sampled during the audit are defined in the table below TESTS SAMPLING ACCEPTANCE TESTS PART 2 4 2 3 x A test report is drawn up for the tests and sent by CERTITA to the manufacturer The manufacturer informs CERTITA of any corrective actions adopted following the detection of nonconformities 3 2 4 Examination of the application by the Special Committee A summary of the audit observations and test results is presented anonymously to the Special Committee The layout of this summary must clearly highlight any points where the products presented or inspections set up by the manufacturer do not comply strictly with the requirements defined in Part 2 of this certification reference standard After examining the various documents in the file the Special Committee proposes to award or refuse the right of use 3 2 5 Decision and notification On the basis of the results obtained during the examination of the application and on the basis of the proposals of the Mark Committee CERTITA notifies the applicant of one of the following decisions a Award of the right to use the Mark
91. rticular with the following points technical documentation schemes operating modes ranges supplied by the manufacturer working documents made from the documents supplied by the manufacturer work instructions base for interventions records control of verification measurement and test equipment The services shall be provided by authorised persons They must be recorded Corrective and preventive actions 8 5 2 of standard ISO 9001 2008 The distributor shall prepare and keep up to date documented procedures to implement corrective actions The distributor shall implement and record any changes in documented procedures resulting from corrective actions The corrective action procedures shall include the search for the causes of product non conformity as well as the record of the results of this search determination of the corrective actions required to eliminate the causes of nonconformity effective recording and handling of customer complaints and product nonconformity reports provisions allowing the effective implementation of the corrective action Recording and processing of complaints regarding certified products shall be carried out and maintained Purchasing Para 7 4 of standard ISO 9001 2008 Spare parts such as wicks burners removable tanks etc shall be manufactured according to the manufacturer s specifications The distributor shall define his criteria for selecting s
92. st organisations 2 2 c c2 ciceradedacarscedtcerssevenavactrecsreaevenavacedocezed sy enaeaer snared ERAT AATTEET AAN TEAT 81 D 2 SSPSClal COMMINSS i222 dei iade aa OEIT TATATA AR NET TAER ATA ETATEN TARATA TAT ATAPATA ANTEE EE RATATAT RATEN 82 Part 6 APPLICABLE FEES TERMS OF PAYMENT iiiscsssneereneenreenenns 84 6 1 Applicable fees o oo eee eee ee ee nee eee eee eee nee 84 6 2 Terms of payment ste A PAM LR MR Rate 87 2 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 CERTIFICATION REFERENCE STANDARD PARTIE 1 PARTIE 2 Quelles sont les exigences a respecter Pour le produit Pour le Syst me de management de la qualit Pour le marquage des produits Quels sont les produits marqu s NF Champ d application Marquage valorisation de la certification FABRICANT PARTIE 3 PARTIE 4 Comment obtenir la certification Dossier de demande Processus d obtention Apr s la certification Surveillance Modifications et volutions PARTIE 5 PARTIE 6 Quels sont les intervenants Organisme mandat Laboratoires Auditeurs Comit de Marque Quel cout Tarif applicable Conditions de facturation Who should you contact Your contact CERTITA S bastien RAFFIER 39 41 rue Louis Blanc Tel 01 47 17 64 85 92400 COURBEVOIE Fax 01 47 17 62 45 Internet site www certita fr e mail s raffier certita fr 3 87
93. sts in the mark laboratory 67 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 With the manufacturer s agreement the auditor can take a copy of any document he she considers necessary 4 1 2 1 Quality Audit a Case of companies with a certified quality management system If the conformity of the quality management system is subject to a certification covering the sites and activities affected by the NF mark and awarded by an organisation meeting the requirements of standard NF ISO IEC 17021 and recognised by CERTITA the verification of the quality management provisions is reduced However it includes obligatory verification of the special requirements imposed by the NF mark see Para 2 2 2 part 2 The general requirements Para 2 2 1 part 2 can be verified during the various annual follow up audits by Gallup poll The audit reports drawn up by the quality management system certifying body must be sent to the auditor or consulted on site The duration of the audit is 1 5 day including audit preparation the audit itself and writing the report on site b Case of companies without a certified quality management system Verification of quality management measures must include at every audit verification of compliance with the specific requirements of the NF Mark 2 2 2 Part 2 through processes defined by the manufacturer Identification and traceability Preservation of product Control of measuring
94. te R type appliance adjustable SRE type appliance Verifications in the Market NF EN 50165 standard conformity tests electrical safety per model SRE type appliance Fixed file processing costs Electro magnetic compatibility tests per model Battery appliance Mains powered appliance Fixed file processing costs 6 1 3 EXTENSION OF ACCEPTANCE IN PRE TAX SERVICES PROVIDED Technical examination of the file per series per application per model Audit preparing the audit conducting the audit producing the report and travelling time for one auditor per audit day and day of travelling travel and accommodation expenses charged additionally see 6 1 6 Tests of conformity with standard NF D 35 500 Depending on the requirement The fees for individual tests are detailed in 6 1 5 Tests of conformity with standard NF EN 50165 electrical safety Depending on the requirement Electro magnetic compatibility tests per model Depending on the requirement 6 1 4 ADDITIONAL VERIFICATIONS IN PRE TAX SERVICES PROVIDED Technical examination of the file Audit preparing the audit conducting the audit producing the report and travelling time for one auditor per audit day and day of travelling travel and accommodation expenses charged additionally see 6 1 6 Tests the cost of tests depends on the tests to be carried out in the context of additional
95. tests at the end of the assembly line shall be performed on the packaged products Their frequency is to be determined by the manufacturer verification of the presence of all elements of the assembly instructions of the NF informative sheet of the different markings decree NF Mark etc The tests below Devices of type R RS and SRE Tests as per standard NF D 35 300 and additional specifications of this part 2 1 consumption COn and NOx content reactivity of the atmospheric safety device with temperature and CO2 content statement of the tight room during reaction The reactivity test of the 5 C atmosphere safety device may be done elsewhere than in a tight room provided the 5 C safety devices are tested alone before being installed on the appliances measurement of CO at 2 3 of CO2 Test frequency As per NF D 35 300 appliances sampled from the end of the production line Per basis reference of mobile liquid fuel heaters whatever the commercial designation of the device and per production line 1 test every 3 000 devices if the batch contains more than 3 000 devices in continuous production even spread out over several days 1 every 1 000 devices if the production is higher than 3 000 devices whether it is continuous or not Note When the batch exceeds 3 000 units sampling must be spread over time in order to be representative 34 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS Februar
96. the manufacturers distributed as follows 2 representatives of type R heaters manufacturers 3 representatives of tyoe RS or SRE heaters manufacturers 1 representative of the professional association Users consumers application developers 4 to 6 representatives 1 representative of the UFIP Union Fran aise des Industries du P trole petroleum industry union Representative of the petroleum companies Representative of the consumer associations 81 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 Experts technical organisations 2 to 4 representatives including inter alia Representatives of the auditing and testing organisations 5 4 3 Bureau For reasons of efficiency the Special Committee may delegate its powers to a bureau whose members are appointed in name and must be chosen from the members of the Special Committee The bureau comprises the Chairman of the Special Committee a representative of manufacturers a representative of users a representative of CERTITA the representative of the laboratories and the representative of the qualified auditors The bureau meets as and when required A report of the work undertaken by the bureau is given during meetings of the Special Committee 5 4 4 Sub committee or work group To manage certain non recurrent tasks of a technical nature not requiring the convening of the members of the Special Committee a sub committee or work group can be created i
97. ts 3 2 3 Examination of the application by the special committee 3 244 Decision and notification 3 2 5 Surveillance process part 4 48 87 Rev 14 February 2012 NF128 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS 3 1 COMPILING THE APPLICATION FILE Any applicant manufacturing one or more products covered by this application of the NF Mark can request the right to use the Mark Such a request is hereinafter called the Application and the person making it is called the Applicant 3 1 1 Application for the right to use the mark Any applicant wishing to obtain the right to use the NF mark on a product he manufactures must first carefully read the certification reference standard for the mark and declare his acceptance of it The application is drawn up on the manufacturer s headed paper as shown in the model form 1a and must be sent to CERTITA It must specify the models and ranges presented for acceptance Vocabulary Type of aA Nature of the certificate decision Description issued Granted following a first certification First certificate Acceptance application for a product covered by this or certification or for a new production site initial certificate Done following a certification application Modification of the existing Extension for a new product from a party holding the certificate or new certificate if NF mark the family is different Done following
98. ts members being appointed in person and chosen from the members of the Special Committee In the case of a work group professionals or other persons may be called in from outside The missions of this sub committee or work group are specified by the Special Committee Its powers are generally limited to preparing projects or proposals or supplying additional information on a given subject on behalf of the Special Committee 82 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 Part 6 APPLICABLE FEES TERMS OF PAYMENT 6 1 APPLICABLE FEES Fees for the services involved in obtaining certification and surveillance of certified products are indicated in a list of charges which may be revised annually The list of charges for the current year is sent to all holders of the mark A special budget decided each year in discussion with the committee is set aside for promotional actions The fees are given in Euros excluding tax With regard to test fees samples must be delivered to the mark laboratory carriage free and customs cleared if necessary within 15 days at most from the time of sampling Test invoices are dispatched as soon as the laboratory is in possession of the samples 6 1 1 Fees for obtaining certification for each production site in pre tax SERVICES PROVIDED Technical examination of the file Manufacturing site audit preparing the audit conducting the audit producing the report
99. ty devices must only be carried out by approved specialists recognised by the manufacturer or importer 17 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 The manual may indicate gt the field covered by CE marking EMC electrical safety etc with the reference of the standards applied this information must be taken from test reports specific to these fields gt the heater information sheet gt the wick accessory information sheet gt an explanation of how to replace the wick for types R The manual must not indicate gt the term cold surface The term temperate is preferable 2 1 2 3 Tests or observations that are specific to the NF mark 2 1 2 3 1 Housing for the tank in the appliance The housing for the tank should be sufficiently large to allow the tank to be inserted easily The tank should only be able to be filled when it is removed from the appliance and combustion is stopped This requirement is checked visually The orifice of the removable tank should have a minimum diameter of 20 mm The removable tank should resist an internal pressure of 0 5 bars without breakage cracking or leakage The appliance should be fitted with a base forming a retention tray for drips occurring during tank transfer A warning referring to the user manual shall appear on the compartment pane symbol described in standard NF X 08 003 The meaning of this symbol must appear in the manual together
100. uary 2012 Example of an application and processing The usual situation is as follows the production site is outside Europe an agent established in the European Economic Area is responsible for putting the products on the European market the agent is the manufacturer The application may be made by e Scenario 1 the manufacturing site e Scenario 2 the authorised agent Consequently the application form 1a must be drawn up e Scenario 1 by the production site on its headed paper the appendix is completed by the agent the production site signs as the party making the application 2 signatures and the agent signs the appendix 1 signature e Scenario 2 by the agent on his own headed paper the appendix is not filled in the agent signs as the party making the application 1 signature and the production site also signs the application 1 signature After acceptance of the products the holder will be e Scenario 1 the manufacturing site linked to the authorised agent e Scenario 2 the authorised agent The certificate s will be issued e Scenario 1 for the manufacturing plant and agent pair mentioning the name and address of the production plant and the name and address of the distributor if applicable e Scenario 2 for the agent mentioning the name and address of the manufacturer s head office and production plant and the name and address of the distributor if applicable 52 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LI
101. uct must be taken into account This identification must ensure traceability and provide a history of the product Validation of processes for production and service provision Para 7 5 of standard ISO 9001 2008 Before bringing the implementation of manufacturing equipment the applicant or subcontractor must inspect this equipment A routine maintenance program for this equipment must be prepared Work instructions must be written taking into account the position assignments and the definition of execution criteria reference to standards technical requirements specifications In case of subcontracting a precise specification must be prepared for the subcontractor 32 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 Preservation of the product 7 5 5 of standard ISO 9001 2008 The manufacturer must preserve product conformity throughout all internal operations and during delivery to the agreed destination This preservation must include identification handling packaging storage and protection Preservation must also apply to the product components Storage The manufacturer must use the specified storage areas or rooms to prevent the damaging and deterioration of the product pending use or delivery To detect any damage the condition of the stored product must be assessed at appropriate predetermined intervals Control of monitoring and measuring equipment 7 6 of standard ISO 9001 2008 Req
102. uirements a b c d e of the standard must be taken into account for inspection and test equipment likely to have an influence on tests carried out for NF mark purposes They must be calibrated or verified at specified intervals or before their use against measurement standards that are traceable to international or national measurement standards if these standards do not exist the reference used for calibration must be recorded adjusted or re adjusted as often as necessary identified so that calibration validity can be determined protected against adjustment that could invalidate the measurement result protected against any damage and deterioration during handling maintenance and storage In addition the manufacturer must assess and record the validity of earlier measurement results if an instrument is found not to conform to the requirements The manufacturer must undertake the appropriate actions on any product affected The records of calibration and verification results must be conserved The inspection measuring and test equipment must be used in such a way as to ensure that measurement uncertainty is known and is compatible with the required level of accuracy The manufacturer shall have the following equipment at his disposal to conduct the tests according to NF D 35300 tight room this room shall be controlled at least once a year or before the beginning of the manufacture of devices bearing the NF Mark its ho
103. volumes and areas to be observed are shown in the table below Proposed class Min volume m3 Equivalent area m2 with ceiling height of 2 45 m 2 000 to 2 500 W 32 to 39 13 to 16 2 001 to 3 000 W 39 to 48 16 to 20 3 000 to 3 500 W 48 to 54 20 to 22 3 001 to 4 000 W 54 to 62 22 to 25 4 001 to 4 500 W 62 to 69 25 to 28 4 501 to 4 650 W 69 to 72 28 to 29 gt the warnings e This mobile liquid fuel heater is an auxiliary space heater for intermittent operation For correct use comply with the following instructions IT IS FORBIDDEN to use the mobile liquid fuel heater in caravans boats and vehicle interiors to use the mobile liquid fuel heater in rooms without adequate ventilation see minimum volume to be heated in characteristics table or situated below ground for the user to take any action on the safety devices of the heater e This type of heater must only be used in public reception rooms if the regulatory procedure has been followed The user must inform himself of this procedure before use 16 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 SAFETY WARNING each room in which the mobile liquid fuel heater is used must be fitted with a sufficient air inlet and efficient air outlet minimum cross section of 50 cm2 for each port Avoid any contact with the grill which may be very hot e For heaters with electrical power supply If the power supply cab
104. with a warning concerning filling of the tank 18 87 NF128 Rev 14 NF MOBILE LIQUID FUEL HEATERS February 2012 2 1 2 3 2 Temperatures of parts likely to be handled The temperature of parts likely to be handled ignition adjustment and safety devices and surfaces up to 10 mm from these parts must not exceed the ambient temperature by more than the following 35K for metal or equivalent material 45K for ceramics or equivalent materials 60K for synthetic plastics and equivalent materials During the temperature measurement test 2 1 2 2 5 after two hours operation of the appliance the maximum temperature rise of all parts and components is measured by contact thermocouples or equivalent devices 2 1 2 3 3 Measurement of the support surface temperature During the temperature measurement test 2 1 2 2 5 after two hours operation the maximum temperature rise of the support up to 50 cm in front of the appliance base is measured thermocouples implanted in the trihedral The temperature of the support on which the appliance is placed up to 50 cm in front of it should not exceed the ambient temperature by more than 50 K 2 1 2 3 4 Measurement of the NOx concentration during monitoring of the combustion in a ventilated room During the test of combustion monitoring in a ventilated room a special sample is taken above the burner in the undiluted combustion gasses for if possible a CO concentration above 5 F
105. y 2012 Devices of type RS and SRE Electrical tests according to NF EN 50 106 electrical tests on each appliance and on each line All results of these controls shall be registered with an indication of the criteria concerning acceptance and decisions taken in the case of non conformity The other electrical tests can be considered to be type tests and subcontracted if necessary Proof of conformity with the acceptance criteria must be conserved The records must indicate the person s authorised to release the product Control of nonconforming product 8 3 of standard ISO 9001 2008 The manufacturer must ensure that product that does not conform to relevant requirements is identified and controlled so that it cannot be unintentionally used or supplied Inspections and associated responsibilities and powers for processing nonconforming products must be defined in a written procedure The manufacturer must process a nonconforming NF marked product in one of the following ways by conducting actions to eliminate the nonconformity by authorising its use release or acceptance with a waiver in this case prior agreement must be obtained from the authorised organisation by conducting actions to prevent its use scrapping for example Records of the nature of nonconformities and all follow up actions undertaken including waivers obtained must be conserved When a nonconforming product is corrected it must be ver

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