Appendix D: Sample Visual Inspection and Performance Test Sheets
The sample visual inspection sheet and performance test sheet included in this section are meant for guidance purposes only. The information contained within is not meant to be exhaustive, but only to provide assistance for those recipients whom are developing the sheets.
SAMPLE VISUAL INSPECTION SHEET
| Guide for Inspection: | Vehicle Manufacturer________________________ |
| The Following Items Should Be Inspected | Vehicle Number____________________________ |
| on Every Vehicle of Each Order | Test Location_____________________________ |
| Item | Requirement | Inspection Instruction |
Result | Inspector/ Date |
Remarks/Notes |
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Weight |
Maximum weight of __________lb. | Measure on certified scale |
Weight |
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Length over coupler faces |
Maximum length of __________ft. | Measure |
Length |
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Finish and Color |
Smooth body surfaces and paint | Visually inspect all surfaces for flaws |
Pass/Fail |
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Interior Panel Fastening |
Absence of rough edges or surfaces | Visually inspect for proper installation |
Pass/Fail |
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Interior Hardware |
Attached with recessed screws | Verify inspect for proper installation |
Pass/Fail |
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Door Operation |
Opening time of sec. | Verify door opening time frame |
Pass/Fail |
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Interior Lighting |
Shall be florescent type | Visually inspect |
Pass/Fail |
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Exterior Lighting |
All vehicle lights to operate from LVPS | Visually inspect |
Pass/Fail |
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Air Exhausts/ Underfloor Equipment |
Directed in a vertical downward direction | Visually inspect |
Pass/Fail |
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Metal Joining |
Welds, brazes, soldering | Shall comply with ANSI, ASME, AWS, and contract specs. |
Pass/Fail |
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Electrical |
Wiring and junction boxes | Inspect for loose or stretched wires |
Pass/Fail |
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Batteries |
Assembled on pallet-type grating, removable from side | Visually inspect |
Pass/Fail |
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HVAC |
Capacity and performance | Operate AC, check compressor, condenser, flow, and temperature |
Pass/Fail |
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Wheelchair Access |
Clear lift or ramp access, and securement area | Operate lift or ramp, inspect operation, measure areas |
Pass/Fail |
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Trucks |
Mounting and arrangement | Check that under floor wheel truing machines can be used without removal of trucks |
Pass/Fail |
SAMPLE PERFORMANCE TEST SHEET
| Guide for Inspection: | Vehicle Manufacturer________________________ |
| The Following Items Should Be Inspected | Vehicle Number____________________________ |
| on Every Vehicle of Each Order | Test Location______________________________ |
| Item | Requirement | Inspection Instruction | Result | Inspector/Date | Remarks/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Primary Power Supply |
Capable of performance btwn. 450 and 900 V dc |
Pass/Fail | |||
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Electric Braking |
Stopping distance | Verify function |
Pass/Fail |
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Friction Braking |
Stopping distance |
Verify function |
Pass/Fail |
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Jerk Limiting |
_____mph/sec2+ 10 percent during normal accel./decel. | Verify function |
Pass/Fail |
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Wheel Spin/Side |
Correctable within ______ sec. | Verify function |
Pass/Fail |
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Acceleration |
____rate from 0 to ____mph |
Verify acceleration |
Pass/Fail |
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Resonance |
Absence of audible, visible vibrations | Operate vehicle, check for vibrations and rattles |
Pass/Fail |
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Overspeed Alarm |
Pulsating tone signal, silenced when manual controller placed in brake zone. | Operate vehicle until overspeed reached |
Pass/Fail |
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Body Roll |
Shall not exceed 4 degrees from track plane | Operate vehicle, check body roll |
Pass/Fail |
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HVAC |
Interior temperature | Operate system, check internal and ambient temp. | Int._____ Amb.___ |
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Door Interlock |
BRK signal and P-signal interlocks | Verify interlocks with door open |
Pass/Fail |
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Leveling |
Shall stabilize floor height and compensate for weight change rates of less than 600 lb. per sec. per truck | Verify operation during loading and unloading |
Pass/Fail |
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General |
N/A |
During testing, observe any abnormalities in ride and vibration of vehicle |
Pass/Fail |
