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June 2017 Draft for Public Review

A17.1-201X, Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators

(Proposed Revisions of ASME A17.1-2016/CSA B44-16)

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Proposed Revision Proposed Rationale

5.3.1.3 Top Car Clearance. The top car clearance shall conform to 5.3.1.3.1 through 5.3.1.3.3: 5.3.1.3.1: Top car clearance shall be not less than 152 150 mm (6 in.) plus 25 mm (1 in.) for each 0.017 m/s (3.3 ft/min) of the rated speed in excess of 0.15 m/s (30 ft/min). 5.3.1.3.2: When the car has reached its maximum upper movement, no part of the car or any equipment attached thereto, other than as permitted by 5.2.1.4.4(b) for the nonremovable means in 5.3.1.3.3, shall strike the overhead structure or any part of the equipment located in the hoistway 5.3.1.3.3: Where bodily entry into the hoistway is required for inspection, testing or maintenance, while power has not been disconnected from the elevator driving machine and/or brake, the top car clearance shall comply with 2.4.7 or a nonremovable means meeting the requirements of 5.2.1.4.4(b) shall be provided Where the machine or its controls are located on the top of the car a refuge space on top of the car enclosure shall be provided in conformance with 2.4.12.

Editorial correction to the dimension. Updated requirements and reference when bodily entry is required. Editorially changed reference for nonremovable means to correct section.

5.3.1.5 Pipes and Other Equipment in Hoistways. Pipes conveying steam, gas, or liquids, which if discharged into the hoistway would endanger life, shall not be installed in the hoistway. Only machinery and equipment used directly in connection with the elevator shall be permitted in elevator hoistways.

The requirements were expanded to cover other equipment to protect the elevator equipment due to the possibility to have controls and machines in the hoistway space.

5.3.1.6 Machinery Spaces, Machine Rooms, Control Spaces & Control Rooms 5.3.1.6.1 Where elevator equipment is located in a room or space containing other machinery and equipment:

(a) the elevator equipment shall be guarded in conformance with 2.10.1. Where the guarding can be removed, a sign in conformance with the requirements of ANSI Z535.2 or CAN CSA-Z321, whichever is applicable, shall be located on or adjacent to the guarding warning of the potential hazards. (b) pipes conveying steam, gas, or liquids, shall be guarded or located to prevent discharge onto the equipment.

A new section has been added to provide requirements to address the new definitions as they relate to MRL Private residence elevators 5.3.1.6.1 This new requirement has been added to address the safety concerns related to working areas. “to protect from accidental contact” was struck from proposal for ballot 08-424 due to disapproved comment from DonoghueE “located on or adjacent to” added Rationale: in residential applications, space or other concerns may prevent signage from being located adjacent to the guarding.

5.3.1.6.2 The motor controller and operation controller shall be located in a cabinet(s). The cabinet(s) shall be: (a) readily accessible for maintenance and inspection at all times. (b) provided with cabinet door(s) or panel(s) that are not self-closing and which shall be kept closed.

5.3.1.6.2 Provisions have been added to cover these types of spaces located outside the hoistway.

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Where the cabinet(s) are located outside the hoistway or accessible from inside the car, the cabinet door(s) or panel(s) shall be secured by using Group 2 (See 8.1) lock(s) or tamper resistant fasteners.

5.3.1.6.3 In machine rooms, machinery spaces, control rooms and control spaces all sheaves and sprockets shall be guarded to protect against accidental contact.

5.3.1.6.3 Provisions have been added to cover these types of spaces not addressed in the Private Residence Standard previously.

5.3.1.6.4 Maintenance Path and Clearance A permanent and unobstructed path, shall be provided to machinery spaces and control spaces. The path shall provide a clear width of 450 mm (18 inches) minimum. Where elevator equipment is located in a room or space containing other machinery and equipment:

(a) the elevator equipment shall be located to eliminate any obstructions that prohibit the operation or servicing of the equipment. (b) where an obstruction does not prohibit the operation or servicing of the equipment but creates an interference with the servicing of the equipment, a sign in conformance with the requirements of ANSI Z535.2 or CAN CSA-Z321, whichever is applicable, shall be prominently posted at the entrance to the work space warning of the obstruction.


5.3.1.6.5 Temperature and Humidity in Machinery Spaces, Machine Rooms, Control Spaces, and Control Rooms Temperature and humidity shall comply with 2.7.9.2.


5.3.1.6.6 Access Doors and Openings (a) Access doors shall be

(i) kept closed and locked (ii) provided with a spring-type lock arranged to permit the doors to be opened from the inside without a key

(b) Access openings in elevator hoistway enclosures where full bodily entry is not necessary for maintenance and inspection of components shall be

(i) located to permit the required maintenance and inspection. (ii) of maximum width of 600 mm (24 in.) and a maximum height of 600 mm (24 in.). These dimensions shall be permitted to be increased, provided that any resultant opening through the access opening into the hoistway shall reject a 300 mm (12 in.) diameter ball. (iii) provided with doors or panels that shall be kept closed and locked.

( c) Keys to unlock the access doors or openings shall be of Group 2 Security (see 8.1). (d) Hoistway access doors or panels shall be provided with an electrical switch that shall cause the power to be removed from the driving-machine motor and brake when opened.

5.3.1.6.6 Rationale- A new section was added to address the requirements for closing and locking all applicable access doors and openings

5.3.1.6.7 Machinery Space or Control Space within the Hoistway

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(a) Where the machine is mounted in the hoistway a means to move the car from outside the hoistway shall be provided. The means shall have a display devices or equivalent to convey the following information about the elevator simultaneously:

(1) show direction of travel (2) the reaching a position within the door unlocking zone

The display devices or equivalent shall remain operable during a failure of the normal building power supply. The power source shall be capable of providing for the operation of the display devices or equivalent for at least 4 hours. (b) Where the controller is mounted inside the Hoistway, it shall be located so that it can be inspected, tested, and maintained from inside the car or from outside the Hoistway without full bodily entry into the hoistway.

5.3.1.6.7 Provisions have been added to address these spaces not addressed in the Private Residence Elevator Standard previously.

5.3.1.6.8 Machine and/or Controller mounted on the Car a) Where the machine or its controls are mounted on the car and are located so they can be inspected, tested or maintained from inside the car, car top clearance shall comply with 5.3.1.3.1. b) Where the machine or its controls are mounted on the car and are located so they can only be inspected, tested or maintained from the top of the car while power is not disconnected from the elevator, top car clearance shall comply with 5.3.1.3. 3. A sign in conformance with the requirements of ANSI Z535.2 or CAN CSA-Z321, whichever is applicable, shall be prominently posted at the entrance to work space warning of the hazard. A means to disable the landing stations shall be provided at the controller.

5.3.1.6.8 Added provisions to address safety concerns associated with the machine and or controller mounted on the car.

5.3.1.6.9 Lighting for Machine Rooms, Machine Spaces, Control Room and Control Spaces Lighting in all machine rooms, machine spaces, control rooms and control spaces shall comply with 2.7.9.1.

5.3.1.6.9 Provisions have been added to address these spaces not addressed in the Private Residence Elevator Standard previously.

EDITORIAL RENUMBERING: 5.3.1.6 7 Guarding of Suspension Means 5.3.1.78 Protection of Hoistway Openings 5.3.1.89 Car Enclosures, Car Doors and Gates, and Car Illumination 5.3.1.910 Car Frames and Platforms 5.3.1.1011 Capacity, Loading, Speed, and Rise 5.3.1.1112 Safeties and Governors 5.3.1.1213 Suspension Means 5.3.1.1314 Counterweights 5.3.1.1415 Buffers and Buffer Supports 5.3.1.1516 Car and Counterweight Guide Rails and Guide Fastenings 5.3.1.1617 Driving Machines, Sheaves, and Their Supports 5.3.1.1718 Terminal Stopping Devices 5.3.1.1819 Operating Devices and Control Equipment 5.3.1.1920 Emergency Signaling Devices. 5.3.1.2021 Marking Plates

Inserted a new requirement 5.3.1.6

5.3.1.67 Guarding of Suspension Means and Other Equipment

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Added the requirements to address remote machine and or control space installations’

5.3.1.6.7.1 Suspension Means Passing Through Floors or Stairs. Ropes and chains passing through a floor or stairway outside the hoistway enclosure shall be enclosed with a solid or openwork guard. If of openwork, the guard shall reject a ball 13 mm (0.5 in.) in diameter. Means for inspection shall be provided. The floor openings shall not be larger than is necessary to clear the suspension means.

5.3.1. 6.7.2 Suspension or Support Means Having an Opening Facing Away From the Stair. Suspension or support means that operate within a guide or track whose segments total a minimum of 270 deg shall be considered suitably guarded, provided that the centerline of the opening in the guide or track is 180 deg from the closest point of the stair. See Nonmandatory Appendix H, Fig. H-1.

5.3.1.7.3 Remote Machine Rooms and Control Rooms or Remote Machinery Spaces. Where machine rooms, machinery spaces, control rooms or control spaces are located remotely from the hoistway any equipment passing through intervening spaces that poses a hazard shall be guarded to protect against contact. Where the guarding can be removed, a sign in conformance with the requirements of ANSI Z535.2or CAN CSA-Z321, whichever is applicable, shall be located on or adjacent to the guarding warning of the potential hazards.

Added the requirements to address remote machine and or control space installations’

5.3.1.19.9 Remote Operation Indicator. Where direct observation of the elevator drive sheave, sprocket or suspension means is not possible from control room or control space, display devices shall be provided in the control room or space. They shall convey the following information about the elevator simultaneously (a) the direction of movement (b) the reaching of a position within the door unlocking zone The display devices shall remain operable during a failure of the normal building power supply. The power source shall be capable of providing for the operation of the display devices or the equivalent for at least 4 hours.

New requirements were added to address the control space or room remote from elevator drive machine.

5.3.1.22 Maintenance Documentation 5.3.1.22.1 The owner shall be provided with an owner’s manual documenting proper operation and the hazards involved in the operation and maintenance of the elevator. The maintenance shall include a Maintenance Control Program in compliance with 8.6. A copy of the owner’s manual shall also be retained with the equipment and readily available.

User instructions are needed for safe operation and proper maintenance of the elevator and they need to be on the premises.

8.1.3(l) Req. 5.3.1.6.2 Controller Cabinet Door or Panel

Correlation between section 5 and section 8.

8.1.3(m) Req. 5.3.1.6.6 Access Doors and Openings

Correlation between section 5 and section 8.

5.3.1.16.2 Driving Machines: General Requirements (j) Car Top Mounted Machine or Controller. Where the machine or its controls are located on top of the car

(1) they shall be protected by a solid, noncombustible enclosure

Updated references in 5.3.1.16.2(j).

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(2) the car top enclosure shall be designed and installed in conformance with 2.14.1.6.1 and 5.3.1.6.8. (3) a top-of-car operating device shall be provided in conformance with 2.26.1.4.2 (4) access shall be provided to the machine or its controls for maintenance. Access panels shall conform to 5.3.1.8.1(d) or 5.3.1.6.6.

5.3.1.89.1 Car Enclosure, Car Doors and Gates, and Car Illumination … (e) Number of Compartments. The car shall not have more than one compartment. (f) Car Top. Where bodily entry onto the top of the car is required for inspection or maintenance, 2.14.1.6.1, 2.14.1.7.1, and 2.14.1.7.2 shall apply.

Moved the car top strength and railing requirements to the appropriate section.

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Record 10-0967

Proposed Revisions Rationale

8.13 Signs, Plates and Tags. When referenced, Requirement 8.13 covers the standard materials and properties

for safety signs and permanent plates used on devices within the scope of this code.

Add New. To provide a location in code for reference to signage requirements

8.13.21 Permanent Plates. Data Plates, Marking Plates and Capacity Plates shall (a) be made of metal or other durable materials designed to last the life of the

equipment. Stick on foil or paper labels shall not be permitted. (b) be securely attached so as to prevent removal when subjected to a force of 65

N (15 lb.). In addition, adhesive attached plates shall conform to the requirements of UL 969 or CAN/CSA C22.2, whichever is applicable.

8.13. 21.1 All lettering and figures required by code shall: (a) be engraved, etched or cast such that the letters and figures shall remain

permanently and readily legible; or (b) conform to either of the following:

(i) Tthe characters shall be raised or depressed from the plate surface face so as to remain legible even if painted over or

(ii) be provided with a transparent covering that will protect the code required data. This covering shall prevent contaminants (such as paint, adhesives, oil and grease) from permanently adhering to the data plate parent surface. The covering shall be durable enough to withstand the process of contaminant removal.

8.13. 21.2 If the plates are exposed to weathering or a chemical atmosphere, then a durable means shall be provided to protect the information from deterioration, while permitting the information to be readily read.

8.13. 21.3 The use of writing instruments, stamping and scratching to apply the lettering and figures shall not be permitted.

8.13. 21.4 Data Plates shall have letters or figures of not less than 3 mm (0.125 in.) high.


8.13. 12 Signs The sign shall conform to the requirements of ANSI Z535.2, ANSI Z535.4, or CAN/CSAZ321, whichever is applicable. The sign shall be made of a durable material and shall be securely fastened.

8.13.3 Marking Plates and Tags. Marking plates and tags shall: (a) be made of metal or other durable materials designed to last the life of the

equipment. (b) be securely attached so as to prevent removal when subjected to a force of 65

N (15 lb.). In addition, adhesive where used to attach plates or tags, shall conform to the requirements of UL 969 or CAN/CSA C22.2, whichever is applicable.

(c) permit the use of writing instruments, stamping and scratching to apply the lettering and figures.

(d) be provided with preprinted permanent letters and figures on marking plates and tags with letters or figures not less than 3 mm (0.125 in.) high.


Delete Z535.4 regarding

placement, our industry knows more exactly where to place the sign

Add new section to recognize some marking plates or tags require the addition of data by field personnel

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2.13.3.4.10 When building conditions would render ineffective or nonoperational

the detection means required by 2.13.3.4.5(a), (b), or (c), 2.13.3.4.6(c), (d), or (e), or 2.13.3.4.7(d), (e), (f), or (g), the following shall be provided in lieu of compliance with 2.13.3.4.5(a), (b), or (c), 2.13.3.4.6(c), (d), or (e), or 2.13.3.4.7(d), (e), (f), or (g):

(a) continuous‐pressure closing of the car door or gate and hoistway door in compliance with 2.13.3.4.1

(b) usage shall be limited to authorized personnel only. A sign complying with 8.13.2 in compliance with 2.16.5.2 shall be provided but shall read: “THIS IS A FREIGHT ELEVATOR, NOT A PASSENGER ELEVATOR, AND NOT FOR PUBLIC USE.NO PERSONS OTHER THAN AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL ARE PERMITTED TO OPERATE THIS ELEVATOR.”

This requirement should reference 8.13.2 and therefore would have the new requirements applied. The words “material and marking of all signs shall conform to 2.16.3.3, except that the” are a component of 8.13.2 and therefore are deleted for clarity.

2.13.4.2.4 Data Door Marking Plate. A data marking plate complying with 8.13.3

conforming to 2.16.3.3 shall be attached to the power door operator or to the car crosshead and shall contain the following information:

(a) minimum door closing time in seconds for the doors to travel the Code zone distance as specified in 2.13.4.2.2 corresponding to the kinetic energy limits specified in 2.13.4.2.1(b)(2)

(b) minimum door closing time in seconds for the doors to travel the Code zone distance as specified in 2.13.4.2.2 corresponding to the kinetic energy limits specified in 2.13.4.2.1(c)(2), if applicable [see 2.27.3.1.6(e)]

(c) where heavier hoistway doors are used at certain floors, the minimum door closing time in seconds corresponding to the kinetic energy limits specified in 2.13.4.2.1(b)(2) and 2.13.4.2.1(c)(2), if applicable, for the corresponding floors shall be included on the data marking plate

This requirement should reference 8.13.1 8.13.3 and therefore would have the new requirements applied.

The words “conforming to

2.16.3.3” describe the requirements that now referenced in the proposed 8.13.1 8.13.3 and therefore are deleted for clarity.

2.16.3.1 Plates Required and Locations. Every elevator shall be provided with a capacity plate and a data plate complying with 8.13.1 permanently and securely attached.

The capacity plate shall be located in a conspicuous position inside the car. The data plate shall be located on the car crosshead, or inside the car for

underslung elevators having no crosshead. 2.16.3.2 Information Required on Plates 2.16.3.2.1 Capacity plates shall indicate the rated load of the elevator in kilograms

or pounds or both (see Nonmandatory Appendix D), and, in addition, this plate or a separate plate shall indicate

(a) the capacity lifting one-piece loads where the elevator conforms to 2.16.7 (b) for freight elevators designed for Class C2 loading, the maximum load the

elevator is designed to support while being loaded or unloaded [see 2.16.2.2.4(c)]

2.16.3.2.2 Data plates shall indicate (a) the weight of the complete car, including the car safety and all auxiliary

equipment attached to the car (b) the rated load and speed (c) the wire rope data required by 2.20.2.1 (d) the name or trademark of the manufacturer and year manufactured (e) rail lubrication instructions (see 2.17.16)

This requirement should reference 8.13.1 and therefore would have the new requirements applied.

The words “permanently and

securely attached” are a component of 8.13.1 and therefore are deleted for clarity.

2.16.3.3 Material and Marking of Permanent Plates. Plates shall comply with 8.13.1.

2.16.3.3.1 Permanent data plates and marking plates shall be metal or durable plastic with 1.6 mm (0.063 in) minimum thickness.

2.16.3.3.2 The plates shall be securely fastened to prevent removal by hand when subjected to a force of 67 N (15 lb) in any direction.

2.16.3.3.3 All code required data shall be formed such that the characters remain permanently and readily legible and conform to the following:


The words “be of such

material and construction that the letters and figures

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(a) The height of the letters and figures shall be not less than (i) 6 mm (0.25 in.) for passenger elevator capacity plates (ii) 25 mm (1 in.) for freight elevator capacity plates (iii) 3 mm (0.125 in.) for data plates (b) have a minimum character stroke width of 0.5 mm (0.02 in.) (c) be provided with a durable means to prevent common contaminants (such as

paint, adhesives, oil and grease) from adhering to the data plate parent surface or permit the removal of these contaminants without obscuring the code required data.

stamped, etched, cast, or otherwise applied to the faces shall remain permanently and readily legible.” are a component of 8.13.1 and therefore are deleted for clarity.

2.16.5 Signs Required in Freight Elevator Cars 2.16.5.1 Signs Required. Signs complying with 8.13.2, in addition to the capacity

and data plates required by 2.16.3.1, shall be provided inside the car and shall be located in a conspicuous position and permanently and securely fastened to the car enclosure, subject to the requirements of 2.16.5.1.1 through 2.16.5.1.3.

2.16.5.1.1 For every freight elevator, the sign shall specify the type of loading (see 2.16.2.2) for which the elevator is designed and installed, with one of the following markings.

(a) “CLASS A LOADING. ELEVATOR TO BE LOADED OR UNLOADED MANUALLY OR BY MEANS OF HANDTRUCKS ONLY. NO SINGLE PIECE OF FREIGHT OR SINGLE HAND TRUCK AND ITS LOAD SHALL EXCEED KG (LB).”

(b) “CLASS B LOADING. THIS ELEVATOR DESIGNED TO TRANSPORT MOTOR VEHICLES HAVING A MAXIMUM GROSS WEIGHT NOT TO EXCEED KG (LB).”

(c) “CLASS C1 LOADING. THIS ELEVATOR DESIGNED TO TRANSPORT LOADED INDUSTRIAL TRUCK. MAXIMUM COMBINED WEIGHT OF INDUSTRIAL TRUCK AND LOAD NOT TO EXCEED KG (LB).”

(d) “CLASS C2 LOADING. THIS ELEVATOR DESIGNED FOR LOADING AND UNLOADING BY INDUSTRIAL TRUCK. MAXIMUM LOADING AND UNLOADING WEIGHT WHILE PARKED NOT TO EXCEED KG (LB). MAXIMUM WEIGHT TRANSPORTED NOT TO EXCEED KG (LB).”

(e) “CLASS C3 LOADING. THIS ELEVATOR DESIGNED TO TRANSPORT CONCENTRATED LOADS NOT TO EXCEED KG (LB).”

2.16.5.1.2 For freight elevators not permitted to carry passengers, the sign shall read: “THIS IS A FREIGHT ELEVATOR, NOT A PASSENGER ELEVATOR, AND NOT FOR GENERAL PUBLIC USE.”

2.16.5.1.3 For freight elevators permitted to carry passengers (see 2.16.4), a sign reading “PASSENGERS ARE PERMITTED TO RIDE THIS ELEVATOR.”

2.16.5.2 Material and Marking of Signs. Signs shall conform to 8.13.2 and the letters shall be not less than 13 mm (0.5 in.) high.

The sign shall conform to the requirements of ANSI Z535.4 or CAN/CSA-Z321 (see Part 9), except that the letters shall be not less than 13mm (0.5 in.) high. The sign shall be made of a durable material and shall be securely fastened.


The words “material and

marking of all signs shall conform to 2.16.3.3, except that the” are a component of 8.13.2 and therefore are deleted for clarity.

2.16.7.5 A special capacity plate complying with 8.13.1 shall be provided inside the elevator car and located in a conspicuous place that shall bear the words “CAPACITY LIFTING ONE-PIECE LOADS” in letters, followed by figures giving the special capacity in kilograms (pounds) for lifting one-piece loads for which the machine is designed. For material and size of letters, see 2.16.3.3.

2.17.14 Marking Plates for Safeties A metal marking plate complying with 8.13.3 shall be securely attached to each

safety so as to be readily visible, and shall be marked in a legible and permanent manner with letters and figures not less than 6 mm (0.25 in.) in height indicating:

(a) the type of safety, based on 2.17.5 (b) the maximum tripping speed in m/s (ft/min) for which the safety is permitted


The words “in a legible and

permanent manner” are a

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(c) the maximum weight in kg (lb), that the safety is designed and installed to stop and sustain

(d) the force in N (lbf) required to activate the safety or rope releasing carrier, if provided

(e) the manufacturer’s name or trademark

component of 8.13.1 and therefore are deleted for clarity.

Change metal to marking for

consistency as this is a component of 8.13.1 8.13.3.

2.17.16 Rail Lubricants and Lubrication Plate Rail lubricants or coatings that will reduce the holding power of the safety, or

prevent its functioning as required in 2.17.3, shall not be used (see 8.7 for maintenance requirements).

A metal marking plate as required by 2.16.3.2 8.13.3 shall be securely attached to the car crosshead in an easily visible location, and, where lubricants are to be used, shall carry the notation, “CONSULT MANUFACTURER OF THE SAFETY FOR THE CHARACTERISTICS OF THE RAIL LUBRICANT TO BE USED.” If lubricants are not to be used, the plate shall so state.

If lubricants other than those recommended by the manufacturer are used, a safety test shall be made to demonstrate that the safety will function as required by 2.17.3.

This appears to be an incorrect reference to the incorrect requirement. It should be changed regardless of the outcome of the materials of the signage. It should reference 2.16.3.1 where the requirement is.



2.18.5.3 Governor-Rope Tag. A metal data tag shall be securely attached to the

governor-rope fastening. This data tag shall bear the following wire-rope data: (a) the diameter (mm or in.) (b) the manufacturer’s rated breaking strength (c) the grade of material used (d) the year and month the rope was installed (e) whether nonpreformed or preformed (f) construction classification (g) name of the person or organization who installed the rope (h) name or trademark by which the manufacturer of the rope can be identified A new tag shall be installed at each rope renewal. The material and marking of

the rope data tag shall conform to 2.16.3.3.3 comply with 8.13.3, except that the height of the letters and figures shall be not less than 1.5 mm (0.06 in.).

This requirement references 8.13.1 8.13.3 and therefore would have the new requirements applied.


marking of the” are a component of 8.13.1 8.13.3 and therefore are deleted for clarity.

Based on approved TN 14-

1596 2.18.9 Speed-Governor Marking Plate A metal marking plate complying to 8.13.3 shall be securely attached to each

speed governor and shall be marked in a legible and permanent manner with letters and figures not less than 6 mm (0.25 in.) in height indicating the following:

(a) the speed in m/s (ft/min) at which the governor is set and sealed to trip the governor-rope retarding means

(b) the size, material, and construction of the governor rope on which the governor-rope retarding means were designed to operate

(c) the governor pull-through tension (force) in N (lbf) (see 2.18.6.2) (d) manufacturer’s name or trademark (e) statement “DO NOT LUBRICATE GOVERNOR ROPE”




The words “in a legible and

permanent manner” are a component of 8.13.1 8.13.3 and therefore are deleted for clarity.

2.19.3.2(k) if the design of the emergency brake is such that field adjustment or servicing is required and the emergency brake acts on the brake drum or braking surface of the driving-machine brake, it shall be provided with a sign

This requirement should reference 8.13.2 and

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complying with 8.13.2 stating “EMERGENCY BRAKE.” The sign shall be located on the emergency brake at a location visible from the area likely to require service. The sign shall be of such material and construction that the letters shall remain permanently and readily legible. The height of the letters shall be not less than 6 mm (0.25 in.).

therefore would have the new requirements applied.

The sign materials, sizes

and construction are referenced in 8.13.2 and are deleted here for clarity.

2.19.3.3 Marking Plate Requirements. The emergency brake shall be provided with a marking plate complying with 8.13.3 indicating the range of total masses (car with attachments and its load) for which it is permitted to be used, the range of speeds at which it is set to operate, and the criteria such as rail lubrication requirements that are critical to the performance.


2.20.2.1 On Crosshead Data Plate. The crosshead data plate complying with 8.13.1 required by 2.16.3 shall bear the following suspension-means data:

(a) type of suspension means (b) the number of suspension members (c) either the diameter or the width and thickness in millimeters (mm) or inches (in.), as applicable (d) the elevator manufacturer’s required minimum breaking force per suspension member in kilo Newtons (kN) or pounds-force (lbf), as applicable


2.20.2.2 Data Tag at Suspension-Means Fastening 2.20.2.2.1 Pertinent data on a data tag complying with 8.13.3 located on the

suspension means shall be provided by one of the following: (a) A data tag securely attached to one of the suspension-means fastenings. (b) Permanent marking of the required information on the suspension means and

visible in the vicinity of the suspension-means fastening. (c) A combination of (a) and (b) provided that all required information is furnished. (d) If (a) or (c) applies, the material and marking of the tag shall comply with

8.13.3 conform to 2.16.3.3, except that the height of the letters and figures shall be not less than 1.5 mm (0.06 in.).

(e) If (a) or (c) applies, a new tag shall be installed at each suspension-means replacement.

2.20.2.2.2 The following data on a data tag complying with 8.13.3 shall be

provided: (a) type of suspension (steel wire rope, aramid fiber rope, or noncircular

elastomeric-coated steel suspension member) (b) either the diameter or the width and thickness in millimeters or inches, as

applicable (c) the suspension-means manufacturer’s minimum breaking force in kN or lbf, as

applicable (d) the residual strength determined by the elevator manufacturer in kN or lbf, as

applicable (e) the grade of material used or the suspension means manufacturer’s

designation, as applicable (f) construction classification, where applicable (g) for steel wire rope, non-preformed, if applicable (h) for steel wire rope, finish coating, if applicable (i) for steel wire rope, compacted strands, if applicable (j) name or trademark of the suspension-means manufacturer (k) name of person or organization who installed the suspension means (l) the month and year the suspension means were installed (m) the month and year the suspension means were first shortened (n) lubrication information, if applicable


Delete “metal” for



marking of the rope data tag shall conform to 2.16.3.3, except that” are a component of 8.13.1 8.13.3 and therefore are deleted for clarity.

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2.20.10.9 Each device shall be permanently marked with the name or trademark of the manufacturer by means of metal tags or plates complying to 8.13.1 with the following data of the wire rope for which they are designated to be used:

(a) diameter of the rope in millimeters (mm) or inches (in.) (b) manufacturer’s rated breaking strength of the rope (c) construction classification of the wire rope The material and marking of the tags or plates shall conform to 2.16.3.3, except

that the height of the letters and figures shall be not less than 1.5 mm (0.06 in.).



consistency as this is a component of 8.13.1.

The word “permanently” is a

component of 8.13.1 and therefore is deleted for clarity.


marking of the rope data tag shall conform to 2.16.3.3, except that” are a component of 8.13.1 and therefore are deleted for clarity.

2.22.3.1 Stroke. The stroke of the buffer spring, as marked on its marking plate complying with 2.22.3.3, shall be equal to or greater than the value specified in Table 2.22.3.1.

To clarify the reference requirement.

2.22.3.3 Marking Plates. Each spring buffer shall be provided with a marking plate complying with 8.13.3 showing its load rating and stroke and the number of springs. Where the springs are removable, each spring shall be identified, and the assembly marking plate shall indicate this identification.

Markings shall be made in a permanent and legible manner.


The words “Markings shall

be made in a permanent and legible manner” are a component of 8.13.1 8.13.3 and therefore are deleted for clarity.

2.22.4.10 Load Ratings of Oil Buffers. The minimum and maximum load ratings of car and counterweight oil buffers, as indicated on the buffer marking plate conforming to 2.22.4.11, shall conform to 2.22.4.10.1 through 2.22.4.10.3.

2.22.4.10.1 The minimum load rating shall be not greater than (a) for car oil buffers, the total weight of the car as marked on the car crosshead

data plate plus 70 kg (150 lb) (b) for counterweight oil buffers, the weight of the counterweight used 2.22.4.10.2 The maximum load rating shall be not less than (a) for car oil buffers, the total weight of the car as marked on the crosshead data

plate plus the rated load (b) for counterweight oil buffers, the weight of the counterweight used

Added reference for clarity

2.22.4.11 Buffer Marking Data Plate. Every installed oil buffer shall have permanently attached thereto a metal data plate complying with 8.13.1, marked by the manufacturer in a legible and permanent manner, indicating

(a) the maximum and minimum loads and the maximum striking speeds for which the buffer has been rated for use in conformance with the requirements in 2.22

(b) the permissible range in viscosity of the buffer oil to be used, stated in Saybolt Seconds Universal at 38°C (100°F)

(c) the viscosity index number of the oil to be used




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(d) the pour point in degrees Celsius (Fahrenheit) of the oil to be used (e) the stroke of the buffer in mm (in.)

(f) the composition of the gas, if used (g) the name, trademark, or file number by which the organization that

manufactured the product can be identified (h) the certification marking in accordance with 8.3.1.3

The words “in a legible and permanent manner” are a component of 8.13.1 and therefore are deleted for clarity.

2.24.8.5 Marking Plates for Brakes Brake Information Plates. The brake setting and method of measurement shall be permanently and legibly marked provided on the driving machine on a data plate complying with 8.13.1 or a marking plate complying with 8.13.3 and shall be readily visible after installation.

This requirement should reference 8.13.1 or 8.13.3 and therefore would have the new requirements applied.

The words “permanently and

legibly” are a component of 8.13.1 or 8.13.3 and therefore are deleted for clarity.

4.2.12.1 A safety nut is required on all screw machines that utilize a driving nut made of a material other than metal and shall be permitted to be provided on all screw machines. The safety nut shall be made of metal and designed to withstand the impact without damage if the driving nut should fail.

4.2.12.2 A metal data tag, conforming to 8.13.1 shall be securely attached to each screw machine equipped with a safety nut bearing the following data:

(a) date of installation of driving and safety nuts (b) spacing between driving and safety nuts 4.2.12.3 The material and markings of the safety nut spacing data tag shall

comply with 8.13.1. shall conform to 2.16.3.3, except that the The height of the letters and figures shall be not less than 1.6 mm (0.0625 in.).




The editing is for clarity. The

reference back to 2.16.3.3 is a reference to the proposed 8.13.1 and therefore unnecessary and changing it here will not allow it to be orphaned should 2.16.3.3 ever change in the future. The sentence then needed restructuring.

8.6.4.19.8 Power Operation of Door System. The closing forces and speed of power-operated hoistway door systems shall be tested to determine conformance with the applicable requirements (Item 1.8.1). For elevators required to comply with 2.13.4.2.4, the time in the door Code zone distance shall be measured and compared with the time specified on the data door marking plate.

To be consistent with 2.13.4.2.4

8.6.5.14.6 Power Operation of Door System. The closing forces and speed of power-operated hoistway door systems shall be tested to determine conformance with the applicable requirements (Item 1.8.2). For elevators required to comply with 2.13.4.2.4, the time in the door Code zone distance shall be measured and compared with the time specified on the data door marking plate.


8.10.2.2.1 (i) Power Closing of Doors or Gates (2.13.3) (Item 1.9): Test Closing Time Per Data Door Marking Plate (2.13.4.2.4)


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Record 10-1618 Proposed Addition to A17.1 8.6.1.1.X Safety devices required by ASME A17.1/CSA B44 in 2.26.2, Table 2.26.4.3.2, 6.1.6, 6.2.6 and 8.3 at the time of installation, or devices provided to meet the certification requirements of A17.7 at the time of installation, and/or devices required by A17.3 and installed as an alteration, shall be maintained. See 8.6.1.2.2, 8.6.1.6.1, and 8.7.1.2. The performance of safety devices installed before they were required by the edition of ASME A17.1/CSA B44 in effect in the jurisdiction at the time of installation or alteration shall, as a minimum, comply with the performance requirements in the first edition of ASME A17.1/CSA B44 in which they were required. The performance of safety devises installed that appear in subsequent editions of ASME A17.1 or A17.3 as well as the testing procedures shall be documented by the person or firm installing the device and placed in the On-Site Documentation. See 8.6.1.2.2(b). Rationale: 1) It is a common occurrence for the latest Code to require safety devices and other items on new equipment that are not required by the Code adopted by the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ). Manufacturers comply with the latest Code when manufacturing new equipment and provide all required safety devices. It has sometimes been unclear whether these safety devices were required to function and be tested during acceptance and periodic tests. In addition, the proper method of testing these devices is sometimes unknown or unclear. The addition of the above requirement would allow the Code to address these issues; currently it does not. 2) Placement of the operating requirements and test procedures in the On-Site Documentation will provide the AHJ the information necessary to properly inspect and test the device without referring to the subsequent editions of A17.1 or A17.3 that they have not adopted. Those requirement and procedures may be taken from the subsequent editions of A17.1 or A17.3. 3) Today, the person or firm maintaining the equipment does not necessarily maintain the device that was designed and installed. It is also common for documentation containing specifications and testing requirements for the unit’s safety devices to be missing or nonexistent. To properly inspect and test some of the safety devices, especially devices written into the controller software, it is necessary to have an inspection and test procedure for the safety device developed by its manufacturer, and to have it available at the time of inspection or test. The addition of the above requirement would allow the Code to specify that inspection and test documentation be kept with the unit at all times, so that the safety devices may be properly inspected and tested. 4) In the case where the device is required by subsequent editions of A17.1 or A17.3 the code requirement and/or testing procedure would satisfy the documentation requirement for the On Site Documentation. 5) Manufacturers/Installers sometimes include safety device and features beyond code requirement to enhance the safety of equipment. This may be done because of design features or to assure the maximum safety allowed by the state of technology. Also Compliance with ASME A17.7/CSA B44.7 designs may require additional safety features or devices. This proposal will require subsequent maintenance providers to maintain these safety features/devices in-accordance with the purpose of this code stated in 1.2.

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Record 11-1174 Revise A17.1-2013 As Follows: 8.7.3.24 Valves, Pressure Piping, and Fittings. (a) Where an existing control valve is replaced with a valve of a different type (model), that is not designated by a valve manufacturer as a direct replacement, or where the mechanical properties differ, or where the electrical interface required to connect the valve is not the same, it shall be an alteration and it shall conform to 3.19. (See 8.6.3.11 if the valve replacement has the same mechanical properties, does not require modifications to the electrical valve interface and the valve is designated as a direct replacement by the valve manufacturer). Rationale: The current 8.7 language imposes alteration requirements where an existing control valve is replaced with a valve of a different type. Different type continues to not be well understood by users of the code, despite the requirements in 3.19.4.6.2(d) which ultimately correlate type to a manufacturers model. To allow latitude in replacement part selection while addressing safety concerns and before an alteration requirement is enacted, this proposal:

- clarifies that ‘type’ implies manufacturers ‘model’ - add permissions to install a different ‘model or type’ provided that the ‘model or ‘type’ have been deemed direct

replacement by any OEM for the original - ensures mechanical & electrical items essential for safety are retained (such as maximum flow capacity, pressure

ratings, coil voltages, number of coils, etc..) Revise the language to clearly convey if system modification are required to properly install the new valve this change is deemed an alteration since it involves more than a simple swap of a component.

(b) Where a relief, or check, shutoff, manual lowering or overspeed valves or the supply piping or fittings are is replaced with a valve that requires additional piping modifications or other interface changes as part of an alteration, the replacement components replaced shall conform to the applicable requirements of 3.19. (c) Where the supply piping is rerouted, the rerouted piping and fittings shall conform to the applicable requirements of 3.19. (d) Where supply piping or fittings are replaced, the replacement components shall conform to 8.6.3.11. (e) Where electrically operated control valves are installed in place of existing mechanically operated control valves, for rated speeds of more than 0.5 m/s (100 ft/min), existing terminal stopping devices consisting of an automatic stop valve independent of the normal control valve and operated by the movement of the car as it approaches the terminals, where provided, shall be permitted to be retained. 8.10.3.3.2 (o) Where an existing control valve is replaced with a valve of a different type (see 8.7.3.24), or where relief, or check, shutoff, manual lowering or overspeed valves or the supply piping and fittings are replaced (8.7.3.24), tests shall be performed as specified in 8.10.3.2.2(t), (u), (v), and (y); and 8.10.3.2.3(cc). Rationale: Bring greater clarity to the current requirements of 8.7.3.24 as follows:

• If component changes involve other system changes this requirement applies.

• Add specifics to deal with shutoff valve, manual lowering valve, and overspeed valve as these are currently omitted from the requirements.

• Editorially separate the issues being discussed.

• Provide a cross reference to 8.6.3.11 for replacement permissions.

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Record 12-2162 Revise A17.1-2013 as follows:

SECTION 3.27 EMERGENCY OPERATION AND SIGNALING DEVICES

Emergency operation and signaling devices shall conform to 2.27, except as modified by the following: (a) The requirements of 2.27.2.4.4(a) shall be re vised with the following: “When selected, an elevator that is not on designated attendant operation, inspection operation, or Firefighters’ Emergency Operation, shall return to the designated level where automatic power-operated doors shall open and shall initiate automatic closing within 15s. When the doors are in the closed position or if the doors fail to close after 60s, the selection shall then be automatically transferred to another elevator until all elevators have been selected. The door open button shall remain operative until the transfer of power. The elevator selected in accordance with 2.27.2.4.5 shall re-open the doors.” The requirements of 3.26.9 and 3.18.2.7 shall be modified when Phase I Emergency Recall Operation and Phase II Emergency In-Car Operation are in effect, as specified in 3.27.1 through 3.27.4. (b) The requirements of 2.27.3.2.1(b) and 2.27.3.2.2(b) shall be modified to include a machinery space containing a hydraulic machine. (c) The requirements of 3.18.2.7 and 3.26.9 shall be modified when Phase I Emergency Recall Operation and Phase II Emergency In-Car Operation are in effect, as specified in 3.27.1 through 3.27.4. Rationale: Requirement 3.26.3.1.4 permits the anticreep operation to be dependent upon the availability of the electric power supply. However, when an emergency or standby power system is provided that is not capable of operating all elevators simultaneously, the power could be transferred away from the hydraulic car in accordance with 2.27.2.4.4(a), thereby disabling anticreep operation with the doors in the open position. The addition of 3.27.5 3.27(a) places the hydraulic elevator in a state where anticreep operation is no longer critical, due to the doors being in the closed position, but operable, prior to the transfer of power.

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Record 13-1749 Proposal: 2.26.4.4 Control equipment shall be tested in accordance with the testing requirements of ISO 22200:2009. Control equipment tested in accordance with the testing requirements of EN 12016:1998 prior to one year after the effective date of the 2013 Edition of this Code need not be retested in accordance with the testing requirements of ISO 22200:2009. The control equipment shall be exposed to interference levels at the test values specified for “safety circuits.” The interference shall not cause any of the conditions described in 2.26.9.3.1(a) through (e) or render the traction-loss detection means ineffective, and shall not cause the car to move while on inspection operation. Testing shall be performed at a minimum of two frequencies in each of the ranges specified for safety circuits in table 1 through table 7 of ISO 22200:2009. One frequency shall be within 5% of the low value of each range, the second frequency shall be within 5% of the top value of each range. Rationale: Provide testing requirements at discrete frequencies throughout the ranges specified in ISO 22200:2009. The year is provided with the reference in section 9.

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Record 14-0640 Proposed Revision to A17.1, Requirement 8.6.1.1.2 and 8.6.1.7.4 “Item” Reference: 8.6.1 General Requirements 8.6.1.1 Maintenance, Repair, and Replacement 8.6.1.1.1 Equipment covered within the scope of this Code shall be maintained in accordance with 8.6. 8.6.1.1.2 Maintenance, repairs, replacements, and tests shall conform to 8.6 and the applicable (a) Code at the time of the installation; and (b) Code requirements at the time of any alteration; and (c) ASME A17.3 if adopted by the authority having jurisdiction NOTES (8.6.1.1.2): (1) The ASME A17.2 Guide for Inspection of Elevators, Escalators, and Moving Walks (see Preface, ASME Elevator Publications) describes recommended inspection and testing procedures. (2) References to “Items” of the Guide for Inspection of Elevators, Escalators, and Moving Walks and to the requirements of this Code are indicated in parentheses as a convenient reference to the applicable testing procedures and requirements. See the A17.2 Preface and Scope for additional information. Rationale: Section 8.6 now includes the requirements for Periodic Tests. When these requirements were moved to 8.6 from 8.11, the use of references to A17.2 Items were maintained, but not explained in 8.6. This Note is to clarify the usage of the term.

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Record 14-1268 Revise A17.1-2013 as Follows: Proposal: 3.26.8 Pressure SwitchSensing Means When cylinders are installed with the top of the cylinder above the top of the storage tank, a pressure switch sensing means shall be provided in the line between the cylinder and the check valve, which shall be activated by detect the loss of positive pressure at the top of the cylinder. The switchWhen the loss of positive pressure is detected, the control system shall prevent automatic door opening and the operation of the lowering valve or valves. The door(s) shall be permitted to open by operation of the in-car open button(s), when the car is within the unlocking zone. Rationale: Revise language to be more performance based language. Allow loss of pressure sensing by a switch, a sensor or other means. In the INDEX Pressure Switch Sensing Means, hydraulic elevator, 3.26.8 Sensing means Switch, loss of pressure, hydraulic elevator, 3.26.8 Rationale: Revise to be consistent with the change to requirement 3.26.8.

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Record 14-1436 Proposal: Revise 3.19.2.5 in entirety Requirements: 3.19.2.5 Jack Side Pressure Measurement Means Pressure Gauge Fittings. a) A pressure gauge fitting shall be provided on jack side of the check valve in or immediately adjacent to the hydraulic control valve. When a pressure gauge is permanently installed, a shutoff means shall be provided to protect the gauge. Where the hydraulic machine is located in the hoistway, the pressure gauge fittings shall only be accessible to elevator personnel from outside the hoistway (see 8.1). b) A pressure measurement means, accessible from outside the hoistway, only by elevator personnel (see 8.1), shall be provided by one of the following methods: (1) a pressure gauge fitting, and where a permanent gauge is installed, a shutoff means shall be provided to protect the gauge; or (2) a pressure sensing means display, and the pressure gauge fitting shall be located either inside or outside the hoistway.

Rationale: 1. Revise language to be more performance based language. 2. Allow measurement of system pressure by a pressure sensing means with associated pressure

display. Providing access for system pressure readings without having to connect a pressure gauge provides equivalent or better safety for elevator personnel when measuring system pressure.

8.1.2(j) Requirement 3.19.4.5 3.19.2.5, access to pressure gauge fittings. Rationale: Provide an editorial correction to reference number and revise to be consistent with the change to requirement 3.19.2.5.

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Record 14-1437 Revise A17.1-2013 As Follows: Proposal: Definition: valve, manually (manual) operated: a type of mechanical or electromechanical valve requiring an action to be taken by a person to change the state (opened or closed) of the valve. Rationale: Provide definition of manually operated valve. Requirements: 3.19.4.1 Shutoff Valve. A manually operated shutoff valve shall be provided between the hydraulic machines and the hydraulic jack and shall be located outside the hoistway and adjacent to the hydraulic machine.

Where the hydraulic machine is located in the hoistway, the manually operated shutoff valve shall be permitted to be located inside the hoistway, provided that it is accessible from outside the hoistway to elevator personnel only (see 8.1). 3.19.4.1.1 When the hydraulic machine is located outside the hoistway, the shutoff valve shall be located adjacent to the hydraulic machine (see 8.1). 3.19.4.1.2 When the hydraulic machine is located inside the hoistway, the operation of the shutoff valve shall be located so that it is accessible from outside the hoistway, only by elevator personnel (see 8.1). The shutoff valve shall have a means to indicate the fully opened and fully closed position at the location of operation. Rationale: Rules re-written in light of the new definition for manually operated valve and defined security levels for valves inside and outside the hoistway. The shutoff valve is not required in normal operation of the elevator. 3.19.4.4 Manual Lowering Valve. A manually operated valve, located on or adjacent to the control valves, shall be provided and identified, which permits lowering the car at a speed not exceeding 0.10 m/s (20 ft/min). This valve or a means to manually operate the valve shall be so marked to indicate the lowering position. Where the hydraulic machine is located in the hoistway, the manual lowering valve or the means to manually operate the valve shall only be accessible to elevator personnel from outside the hoistway, only by elevator personnel (see 8.1). Rationale: Revise language to be more performance based language. Allow manual lowering either by direct or by access from outside the hoistway.

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Record 14-1893 Revise A17.1-2013 as follows: 8.6.8 Maintenance and Testing of Escalators and Periodic Testing of Escalators and Moving Walks The maintenance of escalators shall conform to 8.6.1 through 8.6.3 and 8.6.8. The periodic testing of escalators and moving walks shall conform to 8.6.8.15, where applicable. Note: See 8.6.9 for the maintenance of moving walks. 8.6.8.15 Periodic Test Requirements for Escalators and Moving Walks— Category 1 8.6.9 Maintenance of Moving Walks The maintenance of moving walks shall conform to 8.6.1 through 8.6.3 and 8.6.9. The periodic testing of moving walks shall conform to 8.6.8.15, where applicable. Rationale: Currently the requirements for periodic testing of moving walks is contained in 8.6.8.15, while the maintenance requirements for moving walks is contained in 8.6.9. Except for 8.6.8.15, all of 8.6.8 specifically only applies to maintenance of escalators. However, 8.6.8.15 covers periodic testing of both escalators and moving walks. This proposal provides requirements to specifically address the periodic testing for moving walks and creates a link between 8.6.9 and 8.6.8.15.

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Record 14-1900 Proposed Revision to A17.1, Notes for Requirements 8.10.1.3 and 8.11.1.2: NOTES (8.10.1.3): (1) The ASME A17.2 Guide for Inspection of Elevators, Escalators, and Moving Walks (see Preface, ASME Elevator Publications) is a guide for inspections and tests covers recommended inspection and testing procedures. (2) References to “Items” of the ASME A17.2 Guide for Inspection of Elevators, Escalators, and Moving Walks and to the requirements of this Code are indicated in parentheses as a convenient reference to the applicable testing procedures and requirements. It is important to understand that suggested test and inspection methodologies represent an approach but are neither exclusive nor comprehensive. See the A17.2 Preface and Scope for additional information. NOTES (8.11.1.2): (1) The ASME A17.2 Guide for Inspection of Elevators, Escalators, and Moving Walks (see Preface, ASME Elevator Publications) is a guide for inspections and tests covers recommended inspection and testing procedures. (2) References to “Items” of the ASME A17.2 Guide for Inspection of Elevators, Escalators, and Moving Walks and to the requirements of this Code are indicated in parentheses as a convenient reference to the applicable inspection procedures and requirements. It is important to understand that suggested test and inspection methodologies represent an approach but are neither exclusive nor comprehensive. See the A17.2 Preface and Scope for additional information. Rationale: To clarify revise the notes in 8.10.1.3 and 8.11.1.2 so that they do not conflict with the A17.2 Introduction, which indicates that A17.2 covers recommended procedures:

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Record 14-1906 Proposed Revision to A17.1, Requirements 8.6.4.19.2, 8.6.4.20.1 Safeties: Category 1 8.6.4.19.2 Safeties

(a) Examinations. All working parts of car and counterweight safeties shall be examined to determine that they are in satisfactory operating condition and that they conform to the applicable requirements of 8.7.2.14 through 8.7.2.28 (see 2.17.10 and 2.17.11). Check the level of the oil in the oil buffer and the operation of the buffer compression-switch on Type C safeties.

(b) Tests. Safeties shall be subjected to the following tests with no load in the car: (1) Type A, B, or C governor-operated safeties shall be operated by manually tripping the governor with the car operating at the slowest operating speed in the down direction. The switch operated by the car safety mechanism shall, for the duration of the test, be temporarily rendered inoperative. If the governor is equipped with a switch that operates when the governor is manually tripped it must be rendered inoperative. Where application of the emergency brake required by 2.19.3 occurs, the means to actuate the emergency brake, for the duration of the test, shall be temporarily disabled to prevent it’s assistance in stopping.

In this test, the safety shall bring the car to rest promptly. In the case of Type B safeties, the stopping distance is not required to conform to 2.17.3. In the case of Type C safeties, full oil buffer compression is not required. In the case of Type A, B, or C safeties employing rollers or dogs for application of the safety, the rollers or dogs are not required to operate their full travel (Item 2.29.2.1). (2) Governor-operated wood guide-rail safeties shall be tested by manually tripping the governor with the car at rest and moving the car in the down direction until it is brought to rest by the safety and the hoisting ropes slip on traction sheaves or become slack on winding drum sheaves [Item 2.29.2(d)]. (3) Type A and wood guide-rail safeties without governors which are operated as a result of the breaking or slackening of the hoisting ropes shall be tested by obtaining the necessary slack rope to cause it to function (Item 2.29.2.1).

Category 5 8.6.4.20.1 Car and Counterweight Safeties. Types A, B, and C car and counterweight safeties shall be tested in accordance with 8.6.4.20.1(a) or subject to approval by the authority having jurisdiction with 8.6.4.20.1(b).

(a) Rated Load and Rated Speed Test. Car safeties, except those operating on wood guide rails, and their governors, shall be tested with rated load in the car. Counterweight safety tests shall be made with no load in the car. The car speed at which the governor trips shall be determined by means of a hand held tachometer or other device designed to measure car speed including controllers, service tools and accelerometers. Tests shall be made by tripping the governor by hand at the rated speed. If the governor is equipped with a switch that operates when the governor is manually tripped it must be rendered inoperative. The car safety mechanism switch shall not be rendered inoperative. The emergency brake required by 2.19.3 shall be disabled to prevent it from operating during this test. Since the counterweight safety does not have a safety mechanism switch, the circuit that would remove power from the driving machine motor and brake must be opened as soon as the elevator stops to minimize slack rope and fallback of the car. The following operational conditions shall be checked (Item 2.29.2):

(1) Type B safeties shall stop the car with the rated load within the required range of stopping distances for which the governor is tripped (Item 2.29.2) and the level of the platform checked for conformance to 2.17.9.2. (2) For Type A safeties and Type A safety parts of Type C safeties, there shall be sufficient travel of the safety rollers or dogs remaining after the test to bring the car and its rated load to rest on

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safety application at governor tripping speed. The level of the platform shall be checked for conformance to 2.17.9.2.

(b) Alternative Test Method for Car Safeties. The alternative test methods shall comply with 8.6.11.10 and the following:

(1) The testing of safeties with any load in the car, centered on each quarter of the platform symmetrically with relation to the centerlines of the platform from no load up to rated load, and at not less than rated speed shall be permitted provided that

(a) when the alternative test is performed, the test shall stop the car and verify that the safeties will be capable of stopping an overspeeding car in accordance with the requirements of Section 2.17 applicable to the specific classification of safeties, and (b) when applied, the method shall verify that the safeties perform or are capable of performing in compliance with 8.6.4.20.1(a) and the platform shall not be out of level more than 30 mm/m (0.36 in./ft) in any direction.

(2) A test tag The “Periodic Test Record” shall be completed and installed as required in by 8.6.1.7.2 shall be provided.

Rationales:

a. Clarify condition of governor and safety switches during tests. b. Controller, service tools and accelerometers can provide accurate speed readings. c. A properly operating emergency brake would prevent application of the car or counterweight

safety. Therefore it should not be allowed to operate during the test. d. To provide language consistent with NFPA 70E Electrical Safety in the Workplace in order to

avoid the disconnecting means being used to remove power from the driving machine motor and brake because the risk of arc-flash is increased when it is opened under load.

e. Provide a reference to revised Table 2.29.2(b) in A17.2 give the maximum and minimum stopping distance for actual speed in 5 ft/min. increments for speed through 1000 ft/min and 10ft/min increments up through 2400 ft/min. and mm in increment of 0.05 m/s through 12 m/s

Proposed Revision to A17.1, Requirement 8.10.2.2.2 (ii) Car and Counterweight Safeties: 8.10.2.2.2 (ii) Car and Counterweight Safeties (Item 2.29)

(1) General Requirements for Types A, B, and C Safeties. The following requirements apply to the acceptance tests of Types A, B, and C safeties (Item 2.29):

(a) Car safeties shall be tested with rated load in the car. In making the test of car safeties, the load shall be centered on each quarter of the platform symmetrically with respect to the centerlines of the platform. Counterweight safeties, where provided, shall be tested with no load in the car. (b) The car speed at which the governor trips shall be determined by means of a tachometer or other device designed to measure car speed including controllers, service tools and accelerometers. and, if necessary, (c)Tthe governor tripping speed shall be adjusted within the range specified in 2.18.2.and the means of adjustment shall be sealed. shall be replaced or adjusted to conform to 2.18.2. (c) If adjustments to the tripping speed are made, the governor shall be sealed immediately following the test. Governors shall be sealed, as required by 2.18.3. (d) The operation of the governor overspeed switch and the car safety-mechanism switch shall be tested to determine conformance with 2.18.4 and 2.17.7. (e) After the safety has stopped the car, the level of the car platform shall be checked to determine conformance with 2.17.9.2. (f) A metal tag with the rule number, test date, and name of the person/firm performing the test shall be attached to the releasing carrier or where the governor rope attaches to the safety Tthe permanent test record required by 8.10.1.1.5 shall be completed.

(2) Type A Governor-Operated Safeties (a) Type A governor-operated safeties shall be tested by operating the car at its rated speed in the down direction and manually tripping the governor jaws. A test shall also be made of the inertia application of the safety to determine conformance with 2.17.8.1, by attaching the proper weight to the return run of the governor rope. The manufacturer shall inform the person making the test

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of the weight necessary to be added to the governor rope when making the inertia application test. This weight shall be that necessary to reproduce inertia operation of the safety at not more than 9⁄10 gravity. The inertia application test shall be made with the car stationary, and the weight, when released, shall move the safety parts into contact with the rails. See Nonmandatory Appendix M, Fig. M-1, for location of weight to be attached to the governor rope when making the inertia test. Inertia application of the safety on the Type A auxiliary safety plank of Type C safeties is not required. (b) If means other than inertia application of the safety is provided, such means shall be tested in an appropriate manner to ensure that the safety will apply without appreciable delay under free-fall condition and that the safety application is independent of the location of the break in the hoisting ropes.

(3) Type A Safeties Without Governors. Type A safeties without governors that are operated only as a result of the breaking or slackening of the suspension ropes shall be tested by obtaining the necessary slack rope to cause it to function. (4) Types B and C Safeties

(a) Types B and C safeties shall be subjected to an overspeed test, with the suspension ropes attached, by gradually increasing the speed of the car until the governor causes application of the safety. Safeties of elevators equipped with AC driving machine motors, or other systems that cannot be adjusted to overspeed and where the car with its rated load does not cause sufficient overspeed to trip the governor when the machine brake is released to trip the governor jaws, the test shall be tested by made by operating the car at its rated speed in the down direction and manually tripping governor jaws by hand; see 8.10.2.2.2(hh) for test of governor tripping speed. (b) The overspeed switch on both the car and counterweight the governors shall be inoperative during the overspeed test. In order to ensure that the safety will retard the car with the minimum assistance from the elevator driving machine and minimize the development of slack rope and fallback of the counterweight, the switch on the car operated by the car safety mechanism shall, for the duration of the test, be temporarily adjusted to open as close as possible to the position at which the car safety mechanism is in the fully applied position. Since the counterweight safety does not have a safety mechanism switch, the circuit that would remove power from the driving machine motor and brake must be opened as soon as the elevator stops to minimize slack rope and fallback of the car. Where application of the emergency brake required by 2.19.3, occurs, the means to actuate the emergency brake, for the duration of the test, shall be temporarily disabled prevent it assistance in stopping. (c) The stopping distances for Type B safeties shall conform to 2.17.3, and shall be determined by measuring the length of the marks made by the safety jaws or wedges on both sides of each car guide rail, deducting the length of the safety jaw or wedge used, and taking the average of the four readings. The maximum and minimum stopping distances shown in table 2.17.3 are for the maximum car governor tripping speed. Therefore these may not match the actual tripping speed of the governor. Table 2.29.2(b) in A17.2 is recommended. (d) For Type B safeties, the movement of the governor rope to operate the safety mechanism shall be tested to determine conformance with 2.17.11. (e) For Type C safeties, the stopping distance shall be equal to the stroke of the buffer located between the lower member of the car frame and the auxiliary safety plank, and shall conform to 2.17.8.2. After the safety has stopped the car, the level of the auxiliary safety plank shall be checked to determine conformance with 2.17.8.2.6. (f) For Type C safeties, the buffer compression switch and oil level devices shall be tested to determine conformance with 2.17.8.2.7 and 2.17.8.2.8.

Rationales:

a. Controller, service tools and accelerometers can provide accurate speed readings. b. Some modern AC drives do not allow for over speeding the elevators. Therefore the only way

that can be tested is by releasing the brake or at rated speed. c. Both the car and counterweight safety over speed switches need to be made inoperative to

assure they do not cause early application of the brake. d. A properly operating emergency brake would prevent application of the car or counterweight

safety. Therefore it should not be allowed to operate during the test.

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e. To provide language consistent with NFPA 70E Electrical Safety in the Workplace in order to avoid the disconnecting means being used to remove power from the driving machine motor and brake because the risk of arc-flash is increased when it is opened under load.

f. Provide a reference to revised Table 2.29.2(b) in A17.2 give the maximum and minimum stopping distance for actual speed in 5 ft/min. increments for speed through 1000 ft/min and 10ft/min increments up through 2400 ft/min. and mm in increment of 0.05 m/s through 12 m/s.

Proposed Revision to A17.1, Table 2.17.3 Title: Table 2.17.3 Maximum and Minimum Stopping Distances for Type B Car Safeties with Rated Load at Maximum Car Governor Tripping speed and Type B Counterweight Safeties Rationale: for change title of table 2.17.3: The counterweight governor is allowed to trip up to 10 percent higher than that car governor. Therefore this table is not correct for counterweight safeties. Proposed Revision to A17.1, New Figure 5.8.1 Showing Minimum Distance between Safety Jaws:

Copyright McCain Engineering 1998

Minimum clearance

Minimum clearance

between safety jawequal to thickness of

GUIDE RAIL

rail plus 3.5 mm (0.14 in.)

SAFETYGripping face

Safety Gripping face

Guide Shoe Assemble

and guide rail

Force sufficient to removeall clearance between guide shoe assemble and guide rail

1.5 mm (0.06 in.)

between the

SAFETY GRIPPING FACE AND GUIDE RAIL MINIMUM CLEARANCEASME A17.1/CSA B44 2.17.10 ( 205.10)

Proposed Figure 5.8.1

Rationale: To provide assistance to the inspector on measuring clearance.

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Record 15-531 SECTION 1.3 DEFINITIONS car door or gate electric contact: an electrical device, the function of which is to prevent operation of the driving machine by the normal operating device unless the car door or gate is in the closed position. A door or gate closed detection means. NOTE: See 2.26.2.15. door or gate electric contact: an electrical device, the function of which is to prevent operation of the driving machine by the normal operating device unless the door or gate is in the closed position. A door or gate closed detection means. NOTE: See 2.26.2.15. hoistway door electric contact: see a hoistway door or gate electric contact closed detection means. NOTE: See 2.26.2.14. Rationale: To provide definitions for the existing terms referenced in Parts 4, 5, and 7 which reference old device terminology which has been updated in Parts 2 and 3. NOTE: It is the intention to delete these definitions when Parts 4, 5 and 7 are updated to the new terminology. SECTION 3.12 HOISTWAY DOOR LOCKING DEVICES, ELECTRIC CONTACTS CLOSED DETECTION MEANS, AND HOISTWAY ACCESS SWITCHES Rationale: to include the new terminology for closed detection means, consistent with changes made in Part 2 (see TN 09-500). 3.12.2 Car Door or Gate Electric Contacts Closed Detection Means and Car Door Interlocks Car door or gate electric contacts closed detection means and car door interlocks shall conform to 2.14.4.2. Rationale: to include the new terminology for closed detection means, consistent with changes made in Part 2 (see TN 09-500). 3.26.4.2 When in the open position, the following devices shall initiate removal of power from the hydraulic machine in such a manner as to produce an average deceleration rate not greater than 9.8 m/s2 (32.2 ft/s2) and shall prevent operation by all operating means except the anticreep device: (a) emergency stop switches, where required by 2.26.2.5 (b) broken rope, tape, or chain switches provided in connection with normal stopping devices, when such devices are located in the machine room, control room, or overhead space (c) hoistway door interlocks or hoistway door contacts closed detection means (d) car door or gate electric contacts closed detection means; or car door interlocks (e) hinged car platform sill electric contacts (f) in-car stop switch, where required by 2.26.2.21 Rationale: to include the new terminology for closed detection means, consistent with changes made in Part 2 (see TN 09-500).

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Record 15-636 2.27.11.1.3 Each individual “CAR FIRE RECALL” switch shall terminate Occupant Evacuation Operation initiate Phase I Emergency Recall Operation for the elevator it controls when placed in the “ON” position. Each “GROUP FIRE RECALL” switch shall terminate initiate Phase I Emergency Recall Operation Occupant Evacuation Operation for the elevators it controls when placed in the “ON” position. 2.27.11.1.5 To remove an individual elevator from Phase I Emergency Recall Operation, the individual “CAR FIRE RECALL” switch shall be rotated first to the “RESET,” and then to the “OFF” position, provided that:

(a) the “GROUP FIRE RECALL” switch and the additional two-position “GROUP FIRE RECALL” switch, where provided, are in the “OFF” position

(b) no fire alarm initiating device is activated (see 2.27.3.2). When the elevator(s) are removed from Phase I Emergency Recall Operation, OEO remains in effect. Rationale: To clarify that OEO continues when cars or group are removed from Phase I Emergency Recall Operation. OEO is terminated by 2.27.11.6.10. 2.27.11.5.1 Upon activation of aAn active automatic fire alarm initiating device in the building in any area that does not initiate Phase I Emergency Recall Operation in this group, shall cause the fire alarm system shall to provide signals to the elevator system in conformance with NFPA 72 indicating the floors to be evacuated. The floors to be evacuated shall be a contiguous block of floors, consisting of at least the floor with an active alarm, two floors above and two floors below. When the discharge level falls within the contiguous block, it shall not be evacuated by the elevator(s). The elevator system shall initiate OEO Occupant Evacuation Operation in accordance with 2.27.11.6 for the indicated floors. If activation of an automatic fire alarm initiating device which does not initiate Phase I Emergency rRecall Operation in this group occurs on an additional floor(s) including the discharge level at any time while OEO Occupant Evacuation Operation in accordance with 2.27.11.6 is in effect, the elevator evacuation zone shall be expanded to include all floors with an active alarm, all floors between the highest and lowest floor with an active alarm plus two floors above the highest floor with an active alarm and two floors below the lowest floor with an active alarm. If the active alarm is on the elevator discharge level, automatic initiation of OEO Occupant Evacuation Operation in accordance with 2.27.11.6 shall not be permitted. Manual initiation by authorized or emergency personnel shall be permitted. Rationale: To clarify that the discharge level is not to be included in the contiguous block of floors to be evacuated by the elevators. The signage indicates that passengers should not use elevators and car calls for other floors are disabled. To use the terms “elevator evacuation zone”, OEO and “Phase 1 Emergency Recall Operation”. NOTE (2.27.11.5.1):

(1) An “active alarm” refers to the condition caused by the “activation of an automatic fire alarm initiating device” that does not initiate Phase I Emergency Recall Operation in this group as used in this requirement.

(2) Coordination needs to be provided between the fire alarm system installer and the elevator system installer.

Rationale: Clarify the term “active alarm” as significant within the OEO requirements, in addition to eliminate confusion with the initiating devices of 2.27.3.2. Since the code is performance-oriented the objective for evacuation is stated without prescriptive interface requirements, therefore the elevator system and fire alarm system installers need to coordinate their systems. An identical note appears in NFPA 72 Appendix A.

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2.27.11.6.1 The variable message signs required by 2.27.11.2 shall indicate one of the following messages: (a) On all floors in the elevator evacuation zone being evacuated, they shall indicate that the elevators are available for evacuation and once a landing call is registered at the floor, the estimated time duration in minutes for the next elevator to arrive. (b) On all floors not in the elevator evacuation zone, excluding the elevator discharge level being evacuated, they shall indicate that elevator service is not available. (c) On the elevator discharge level, they shall indicate that the cars are in evacuation mode and that passengers should not use elevators. (d) If no elevators are available for OEO Occupant Evacuation Operation (fire service, inspection, shut off, etc.), they shall indicate that elevator service is not available. On all floors in the elevator evacuation zone being evacuated they shall also indicate that occupants should use the stairs. Rationale: 2.27.11.5 establishes the term “elevator evacuation zone” to describe the block of floors to evacuate, this harmonizes the terms for requirements of 2.27.11.6. To clarify the estimated time display is only required once a call is registered at the floor and to clarify the requirement for the discharge level message sign. 2.27.11.6.2 Automatic visual signal or variable message sign, and voice notification in each car shall indicate that the car is being used to evacuate the building. In the event that the car stops to pick up passengers at a floor other than the elevator discharge level, the signals shall instruct the passengers to remain in the car. Upon or prior to arrival at the elevator discharge level, passengers shall be notified that they have arrived at the exit floor and to exit quickly. Where used, message Message text shall be a minimum of 25 mm (1 in.) high and conform to ANSI/ICC A117.1 or Nonmandatory Appendix E, Clause E-20, whichever is applicable (see Part 9 and E-1). Voice notification shall be at least 10 dBA above ambient but not more than 80 dBA measured 1 525 mm (60 in.) above the floor, at the center of the car. Rationale: To clarify the text requirement only apply to the variable text message sign and not the visual signal. 2.27.11.6.3 All landing calls outside of the contiguous block of floors being evacuated shall be canceled and disabled. Building security systems that limit service to these floors shall be overridden. Any landing call within the contiguous block of floors shall call an elevator(s) to that landing. Landing calls entered at the floor with an active alarm shall be given higher priority than the calls at the floors above and below it. If a subsequent active alarm is received from a different floor, the evacuation priority shall be assigned in the sequence received. Once passengers have entered an elevator, it shall proceed only towards the elevator discharge level. When total building evacuation is in effect and no calls are entered at an affected floor, priority shall be based on distance from the elevator discharge level, with the furthest floor served getting highest priority. When OEO is;

a) actuated all landing calls outside of the elevator evacuation zone shall be canceled and disabled.

b) in effect any landing call within the elevator evacuation zone shall call an elevator(s) to that landing.

c) in effect landing calls entered at the floor(s) with an active alarm shall be given higher priority than the calls at the floors without an active alarm.

d) in effect, if a subsequent active alarm is received for a different floor, the evacuation priority shall be assigned in the sequence received.

e) in effect, after passengers have entered an elevator, the elevator shall proceed towards the elevator discharge level, except as required by 8.4.10.1.3.

f) in effect, building security systems that limit service to the elevator evacuation zone shall be overridden.

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Rationale: 1) Restructure for clarity. 2) To clarify by using common terminology of “elevator evacuation zone” instead of “contiguous block of floors”. 3) To permit performance based dispatching during total building evacuation instead of requiring top down dispatching to move the maximum number of occupants from the evacuation zone with greatest efficiently. 4) To add an exception to specify the operation when a seismic event occurs. 2.27.11.6.4 Car calls for all floors, except for the elevator discharge level, shall be canceled and disabled. A car call for the elevator discharge level shall be automatically entered when any landing call is answered. Rationale: The second sentence is redundant to requirement 2.27.11.6.7. 2.27.11.6.5 Cars that are unoccupied without car calls, when OEOOccupant Evacuation Operation is actuated shall move without delay to a floor within the elevator evacuation zone that is being evacuated, and park with their door(s) closed if no until a landing call is registered. If the car is in motion away from the elevator evacuation zone floors being evacuated, it shall stop at or before the next available floor, without opening the doors, reverse direction, and move to a floor that is being evacuated within the elevator evacuation zone. The door open buttons shall remain operative. Rationale: To clarify by using common terminology of “elevator evacuation zone” instead of “a floor that is being evacuated”. To use car call as the determination if the car is unoccupied. To require DOB to remain operative. 2.27.11.6.6 Cars that are occupied with car calls, when OEOOccupant Evacuation Operation is actuated shall proceed without delay to the elevator discharge level. If a reversal of travel direction is needed, it shall be done at or before the next available floor without opening the doors. After opening and closing the doors at the elevator discharge level, they shall proceed without delay to a floor within the elevator evacuation zonethat is being evacuated and park with their doors closed if no until a landing call is registered. The door open buttons shall remain operative. Rationale: To clarify by using common terminology of “elevator evacuation zone” instead of “a floor that is being evacuated”. To use car call as the determination if the car is occupied. To require DOB to remain operative. 2.27.11.6.7 When a car answers a landing call at a floor within the elevator evacuation zone being evacuated, a car call for the elevator discharge level shall be automatically registered. The system shall accept a new landing call as soon as the doors have opened to permit loading at that floor, or sooner. If a new landing call is registered at this floor, it shall be assigned to another car, and not canceled until that car arrives. Actuation of the landing call device at this floor shall not prevent a loaded car from closing its doors and leaving the floor. Rationale: To clarify by using common terminology of “elevator evacuation zone” instead of “a floor being evacuated”. To clarify it was never intended for there to be an exact time for the car call to be registered. 2.27.11.6.9 Once the block of floors within the elevator evacuation zone are being evacuated has been evacuated, as indicated by a 60 s period in which no landing calls are registered, one car shall park

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with its doors closed at the lowest floor of the block of floors elevator evacuation zone ready to answer subsequent landing calls within the block of floors elevator evacuation zone. ; the The remaining car(s) rest shall park with doors closed at the elevator discharge level. A car parked at the elevator discharge level shall replace the car at the lowest floor of the block elevator evacuation zone that has answered a landing call. Rationale: To clarify by using common terminology of “elevator evacuation zone” instead of “floors being evacuated”, “block of floors”, and “block”. 2.27.11.6.10 OEOOccupant Evacuation Operation shall be terminated when the fire alarm system is reset or the signals provided in 2.27.3.2 are actuated (see 2.27.11.1.3). Rationale: To use the abbreviation OEO.

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Record 15-656 2.11.11.5.7 The entrance assemblyassembled panel(s), including the means for hanging and guiding the panel(s), shall be capable of withstanding a force of 2 500 N (560 lbf) with no permanent displacement or deformation. This force shall be applied on the landing sidein the direction of the hoistway at right angles to and approximately at the center of a panel. This force shall be distributed over an area of approximately 100 mm x 100 mm (4 in. x 4 in.)at the center of the panel (see also 2.11.11.8).There shall be no appreciable permanent displacement or deformation of any parts of the entrance assembly resulting from this test. For multi-panel entrances, the force shall be applied individually to each panel of the assembly. Revised Rationale: 1) The current code refers to entrance assembly in code section 2.11.11.5 that deals with panels .This proposal is to clarify that the scope of this requirement is for the assembled panel(s), and the related hanging and guiding means for the panel(s). 2) To remove any ambiguity created by the use of the terms “approximately” as it relates to the area over which the force is to be applied and where the area can be readily measured and “appreciable” as it relates to the displacement or deformation of the panel as a result of the applied forces 3) To provide a reference to a similar requirement relating to the structural integrity of door panel(s) and safety retainers 4) To eliminate the implication that the code requires a test by removing the reference to test from the requirement thereby giving the option for structural analysis to demonstrate compliance. See also 2.11.11.8 where this requirement currently allows for structural analysis or testing. 5) To make it clear that each panel must meet the requirements, and that it is not required to apply the same force to all panels at the same time.

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Record 15-1171 Revise requirements in A17.1 as follows:

5.3.1.8.2 Car Doors and Gates. A car door or gate that, when closed, will guard the opening to a height of at least 1 675 mm (66 in.) shall be provided at each entrance to the car. Car doors shall be permitted to be of solid or openwork construction that will reject a ball 75 mm (3 in.) in diameter. Collapsible car gates shall be of a design that, when fully closed (extended position), will reject a ball 75 mm (3 in.) in diameter.

(a) Power Operation of Car Doors and Gates. Power opening shall be permitted for car doors and gates, and shall conform to 2.13.2.1 and 2.13.6. Power closing shall be permitted for car doors and gates, and shall conform to 2.13.3 through 2.13.6.2.13.5, except 2.13.3.4 does not apply.

Rationale: Eliminated reference to requirements for vertically sliding doors since they are not allowed on private residence elevators.

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Record 15-1376 Proposed Revision to A17.1, Requirements 6.1.6.3.1 and 6.2.6.3.1 Emergency Stop Button: 6.1.6.3.1 Emergency Stop Button (a) Location. A red stop button shall be visibly located at the top upper and the bottom lower landings on the right side facing the escalator. In jurisdictions not enforcing NBCC, remote stop buttons are prohibited. In jurisdictions enforcing NBCC, if remote buttons are provided, they shall only be located within view of the escalator such that the escalator is visible from the stop button location. Rationale: Revision to clarify the location of the stop button using the language from 6.1.6.2.1. 6.2.6.3.1 Emergency Stop Button (a) Location. A red stop button shall be visibly located at the top upper and the bottom lower landings on the right side facing the moving walk. In jurisdictions not enforcing NBCC, remote stop buttons are prohibited. In jurisdictions enforcing NBCC, if remote buttons are provided, they shall be located within view of the moving walk such that the moving walk is visible from the stop button location. Rationale: Revision to clarify the location of the stop button using the language from 6.2.6.2.1. and editorially update to code definitions.

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Record 15-1684 Revise A17.1 as follows:

2.29.1.3 (i) the earthquake reset button or switch as required by 8.4.10.1.1(a)(2)(b)(d) 8.4.10.1.3 Elevator Operation, Seismic Detection Device Actuation (See Fig. 8.4.10.1.3) (a) Upon actuation of a seismic detection device, the “SEISMIC STATUS” visual indication(s) at each operating station(s) (see 2.26.1.4.1) provided shall be set to illuminate continuously and the “EARTHQUAKE MODE” indication in the Car Operating Panel shall illuminate intermittently, on all elevators served by the seismic detection device. Where a variable message display is provided in the Car Operating Panel the words “EARTHQUAKE MODE” shall be displayed. If the elevator is equipped for slow speed Earthquake operation, the “EQ SLOW SPEED” visual indication shall remain extinguished. (b) Upon actuation of a seismic detection device, all elevators that are in:

(1) inspection operation referred to in section (2.26.1.4) (2) inspection operation with open door circuits (2.26.1.5) (3) hoistway access operation (2.12.7)

shall remain in that particular operation. If the inspection or access operation is exited while the seismic detection device is actuated, the car shall not move unless another of the inspection or access operation is initiated, or the car is returned to normal operation in accordance with 8.4.10.1.1(d). Re-leveling conforming to 2.26.1.6.7 in either direction is permitted. (c) Upon actuation of a seismic detection device, all elevators in modes of operation other than Earthquake Mode and operations referenced by section 8.4 10.1.3(a) that are in motion shall proceed to the nearest available floor. Elevators at a floor upon actuation of a seismic detection device shall remain at the floor. When the car is at a floor, the car shall open its doors, and shut down; except that where Phase II Emergency In-Car Operation is in effect, door operation shall conform to 2.27.3.3. Re-leveling conforming to 2.26.1.6.7 in either direction shall be permitted. (d) Elevators that are shutdown in accordance to 8.4.10.1.3(b) and are equipped with a means of non-volatile memory, shall be permitted to be put back into automatic operation at a speed not to exceed 0.75m/s (150 ft/min) maximum, subject to the requirements of section 8.4.10.1.3(d)(1) – 8.4.10.1.3(d)(7).

(1) The “EARTHQUAKE MODE” indication in the car shall illuminate continuously. (2) Authorized Personnel shall reset the seismic detection device, the elevator remains in EQ operation mode, the “EQ SLOW SPEED” and the “EARTHQUAKE MODE” visual indication shall illuminate intermittently (3) Authorized Personnel shall make sure the car is empty, and actuate a momentary Group 2 key switch in the car labeled “EQ hoistway scan”. The “EQ SLOW SPEED” indication in the car shall stay on continuously. (4) Upon “EQ hoistway scan” key-switch actuation the car waits 15 seconds, closes the doors (5) The car shall travel from terminal to terminal back to the starting floor at a speed of 0.75m/s (150 ft/min) maximum, and open the car door. (6) The “EARTHQUAKE MODE” shall remain illuminated continuously, the “EQ SLOW SPEED” visual indication shall flash intermittently.

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(a) If the Authorized Personnel actuates the “EQ hoistway scan” key-switch again within 60 seconds, the car enters Earthquake Mode slow speed automatic operation at 0.75m/s (150 ft/min).The “EQ SLOW SPEED” visual indication turns on continuously. (b) If the Authorized Personnel does not actuate the “EQ hoistway scan” key-switch within 60 seconds the car remains shut down, the “EQ Mode” visual indication and the “EQ SLOW SPEED” visual indication shall illuminate intermittently. The sequence shall be capable of being re-initiated by repeating steps (1) through (7)

(7) The Earthquake Mode automatic slow speed operation will perform identically to the car when it was in normal automatic operation, except that the speed will be limited in all modes to 0.75m/s (150 ft/min) maximum and the Earthquake Mode visual indication shall remain on continuously. (8) If the elevator is performing a slow speed hoistway scan or is running in slow speed earthquake mode and the seismic detection switch is actuated, the elevator operation shall comply with requirement 8.4.10.1.3. (9) The elevator shall exit the EQ hoistway scan and extinguish the “EQ SLOW SPEED” visual indication when any mode referenced in section 8.4.10.1.3(b) is initiated. (10) Once the seismic detection device is reset and the reset switch referenced in section 8.4.10.1.1(d) is actuated, the system shall return to normal operation. The “EQ slow speed”, “EQ Mode” and “SEISMIC STATUS” indications shall extinguish.

Note: Since the seismic detection device is required to be reset before entering slow scan operation, it may be actuated again by aftershocks. In this manner the slow speed operation can be initiated multiple times. Rationale for changes to Figure 8.4.10.1.3: The flow chart was updated to properly reflect the requirements found in 8.4.10.1.3. 8.4.10.1.4 Elevator Operation, Counterweight Displacement Detection Device Actuation (See Fig. 8.4.10.1.3)

(c) If the inspection or access operation is exited while the seismic detection counterweight displacement detection device is actuated, the car shall not move unless another of the inspection or access operations is initiated, or the car is returned to normal operation 8.4.10.1.1(d). Rationale: Requirement 8.4.10.1.4 deals with the counterweight displacement detection device actuation whereas 8.4.10.1.3 deals with the seismic detection device actuation.

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Permissible to run car on

inspection and hoistway

access

Elevator

Remains

Stopped

Car on

Inspection or

Hoistway

Access?

Seismic Protective

Device actuated

Start

NoYes

No

Yes

Yes

No

Yes

Yes

Car in motion?

Emergency Stop

Proceed away

from The CWT at

< 0.375m/s (75fpm)

Automatic

Operation

Stop at the

Nearest landing

Open of Doors Subject

to Fireman

Firefighter Controlled

Door Operation

Operation

2.27.3?

Open

Doors

Shutdown

No

No

EQ Mode Reset?

(8.4.10.1.1(d))

Elevator Resumes Status

That Prevailed Prior

To Interruption

Protective

Devices With Volatile

Memory

Power

Fails

Stop

Elevator

Power

Restored

Start

Fig. 8.4.10.1.3 Earthquake Emergency Operation

Diagrammatic Representation

Power Interrupt Sub-Routine

Displacement

Detection Device

Actuated?

Yes

No

Seismic

Detection Switch

Reset?

No

Wait 15 secs

Close doors

Set EQ mode and

Device Indicators

Yes

The car runs to the top terminal,

Then to the bottom terminal

Then returns to initiation floor

Open doors, flash EQ Mode

Indicator

EARTHQUAKE

HOISTWAY SCAN

Re-initiated

<15secs ?

No

EQ Mode Slow Speed

Automatic Operation

EQ Mode Indicator on

Yes

EQ Mode Reset?

(8.4.10.1.1(d))

Yes

No

EARTHQUAKE

HOISTWAY SCAN

Actuated?

Yes

No

Edit Fig. 8.4.10.1.3 as noted:

No

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Record 15-2290

Purpose: Edit the standard railing dimension description as seen below by providing a

minimum and maximum.

Rationale: Align Appendix G with Part 2 requirement 2.10.2.1 Top Rail for Standard Railing.

1 070 mm (42 in.) minimum

1 095 mm (43 in.) maximum

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Record 15-2292 Proposal: Revise 2.7.8 to include Control Spaces 2.7.8 Remote Machine Rooms, Control Rooms and Control Spaces Rooms Elevators that are provided with remote machine rooms, control rooms and/or control spaces rooms shall conform to 2.7.8.1 through 2.7.8.4. 2.7.8.1 Ropes and sheaves leading to the remote machine rooms that penetrate fire barriers shall be fully enclosed, and the enclosures shall conform to 2.1.1.1 2.7.8.2 Rope and sheave enclosures leading to the remote machine rooms shall be protected against unauthorized access. Rationale: Revise 2.7.8.1 and 2.7.8.2 for clarity where all references are in the plural. 2.7.8.3 Permanent means of access shall be provided to the enclosures for inspection, repair, and maintenance of hoist ropes passing over sheaves that are not located in the hoistway or remote machine rooms. Access doors to these enclosures shall be provided at each sheave location, conforming to 2.7.3.4. Access openings shall be provided for inspection and maintenance of hoist ropes passing over sheaves and shall conform to 2.7.3.4. A stop switch meeting the requirements of 2.26.2.23, a permanent electric duplex receptacle, a light switch, and light shall be provided in the enclosures immediately inside the access doors and openings for machine rooms, control rooms and control spaces. Rationale: To clarify that stop switches, duplex receptacles light switches and lights that have been understood to apply to remote machine rooms, control rooms also apply to remote control spaces. 2.7.8.4 A permanent means of communication between the elevator car and a remote machine rooms and or control rooms shall be provided. A permanent means of communication between the elevator car and remote control spaces shall be provided when the remote control space contains means necessary for tests (see 2.7.6.4). Rationale: Communication is equally important between the elevator car and remote control spaces where there is a means to move the car within the control space. Replace the “and or” with “or” as it adds no clarity to the requirement. Revise for clarity where all references are in the plural.

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Record 15-2307 Revise requirements in A17.1 as follows: 5.3.1.18.2.2 Monitoring of the Car Door or Gate Switch Electric Contacts. The elevator controls shall be designed in such a manner that when the car stops at a floor and the landing door or gate and its related electric contact are opened and closed and the car door or gate switch electric contact(s) fails to open, the car shall not be permitted to respond to a call. The elevator shall only be permitted to answer calls if the landing door contacts are not cycled, or if the landing door contacts are cycled and the car door or gate electric contacts have cycled at least once. the car shall be permitted to answer a call only after the car door or gate switch electric contacts have cycled at least once. Rationale: To make it clear that if the landing door or gate is not cycled at a landing, then the elevator will accept calls. The requirement is for the controller to check for a condition where the landing door is cycling but the car door or gate is not cycling.

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Record 15-2308 Revise requirements in A17.1 as follows: 5.3.1.16.2 Driving Machines: General Requirements (a) Types of Driving Means. The driving means shall be one of the following types:

1) traction 2) winding drum (see 5.3.1.16.3) 3) direct plunger hydraulic (see 5.3.2) 4) roped-hydraulic (see 5.3.2) 5) screw machine (see 5.3.1.16.4) 6) chain drive 7) chain-hydraulic (see 5.3.2) 8) rack-and-pinion, in jurisdictions enforcing NBCC

Rationale: Completion of harmonization as well there are no safety concerns which should restrict rack-and-pinion usage for residential elevators. Record 15-2455

Proposed Editorial Revision to A17.1, Requirement 8.10.2.2.1(j)(2) Reference Update: 8.10.2.2.1(j)(2) Leveling Zone (2.26.1.6.3) and Leveling Speed (2.16.1.6.3 2.26.1.6.6). Rationale: Correct references to the appropriate requirements in Part 2.

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Record 15-2590 2.16.3 Capacity and Data Plates 2.16.3.1 Plates Required and Locations. Every elevator shall be provided with a capacity plate and a data plate permanently and securely attached. The capacity plate shall be located in a conspicuous position inside the car. The data plate shall be located on the car crosshead, or inside the car for underslung elevators having no crosshead or no exposed crosshead, in a conspicuous location on the car top or inside the car. Rationale: To clarify the location of data plates. Record 16-48 Section 9.1 Reference Documents

Designation Standard Publisher Applicable to

…

CSA C22.2 No. 141-15M1985 (R1992)

Unit Equipment for Emergency Lighting Equipment

CSA US, Canada

…

UL 924 – 06 (R15) Standard for Safety Emergency Lighting and Power Equipment

UL US, Canada

Rationale: to update referenced standards to current editions. Note, requirement 5.11.14.8.4 has the same references. Record 16-454 Revise A17.1 as follows: 5.2.1.16.2 Capacity and Data Plates (a) Capacity plates shall indicate the rated load of the elevator in kilograms (kg), pounds (lb), or both. (b) Data plates shall conform to 2.16.3.2.2 and shall be located as required by 2.16.3.1. (c) The material and marking of plates shall conform to 2.16.3.3. Rationale: To clarify that the data plate is required and to specify the location of data plates.

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Record 16-1175 Revise A17.1-2016, first paragraph of Section 5.9 as: Section 5.9 Mine Elevators In jurisdictions not enforcing NBCC, requirement 5.9 applies to elevators as covered by Part 2, permanently installed in mine shafts. The purpose is to provide vertical transportation of mine personnel, their tools, equipment, and mine supplies. By reason of their limited use, operating environment, and the types of construction of the mines served, compliance with Part 2 is modified as follows (see also 1.3):

(a) Substitute “Title 30 Code of Federal Regulations” or “State Mine Laws” (if applicable) for “building code.”

(b) Substitute “mine” for “building.” (c) Requirements modified in 5.9.

NOTES (5.9):

(1) Title 30 Code of Federal Regulations provides for certain additional and more stringent requirements. Where applicable, Title 30 requirements have been addressed in this Section.

(2) See also Part 8 for additional requirements that apply to mine elevators. Rationale: Add wording to address the mine elevator operating environment. While their “limited use and types of constructions of mines served” contribute substantially to their delineation as a “Special Application Elevator”, the conditions that this special application elevator operates in can contribute substantially to additional requirements to Part 2 of A17.1

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Record 16-1176 Make the following editorial changes to A17.1-2016 so they are consistent current with code in Part 2 as follows. Section 5.9.7 Machinery Spaces, Machine Rooms, and Machinery Spaces, Control Spaces, and Control Rooms Rationale: The current section uses the words “Machine Rooms and Machinery Spaces in the title. Propose to add wording to the title to reflect consistency with current code language in section 2.7

Section 5.9.8 Equipment in Hoistways, and Machinery Spaces, Machine Rooms, Control spaces, and Control rooms 5.9.8.2 Requirement 2.8.23 does not apply.

(a) All pipes shall be secured to prevent interference with the elevator equipment. (b) The clearance between pipes, fittings, brackets, and elevator equipment shall be not less than

25 mm (1 in.). (c) All pipes shall be suitably identified as to its contents.

NOTE: (5.9.8) Note(1) in 2.8.45 does not apply Rationale: The original reference to 2.8.2 was to “Pipes, Ducts, Tanks and Sprinklers” NOT “Electrical Equipment and Wiring’. The original reference to 2.8.4 was to “Air Conditioning” NOT “Electrical Heaters”. The current section uses the words “Equipment in hoistways and Machine Rooms” in the title, propose to add wording to the title and reference numbering to reflect the appropriate current code language and numbers in section 2.8.

Section 5.9.10 Guarding of Equipment and the Standard Railing Rationale: The current section uses the word Guarding in the title, propose to add wording to the title to reflect current code language in section 2.10.

Section 5.9.17 Car and Counterweight Safeties Car and counterweight safeties shall conform to 2.17, except as modified by 5.9.17.1 through 5.9.17.65. 5.9.17.1 Requirement 2.17.7.2 applies, except every safety shall be provided with a switch, operated by the safety mechanism (see 2.26.2.9). The counterweight safety switch shall be operated by the safety mechanism or a means to detect application of the safety independent from the counterweight governor switch(es) shall be provided. 5.9.17.2 Requirement 2.17.7.3 applies to both car and counterweight safety mechanism switches. 5.9.17.3 Requirement 2.17.7.4 applies to both car and counterweight safety mechanism switches. 5.9.17.4 Requirement 2.17.9.1 applies, except safeties applied by rope drums are prohibited.

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5.9.17.5 Requirement 2.17.9.3 applies to both car and counterweight safeties. When the counterweight safeties are furnished, means shall be provided to release the safeties if both safeties are applied simultaneously. 5.9.17.6 Requirement 2.21.4.2 does not apply. Rationale: Relocate this requirement to Section 5.9. to be consistent with the numbering system in Part 2.

Section 5.9.20 Suspension Ropes Means and Their Connections Suspension ropes means and their connections shall conform to 2.20. Rationale: In 2010 edition of A17.1, the word “ropes” was changed to “means” to accommodate the use of Arimid Fiber and Elastomeric Coated Steel Suspension Members. Editorial revision to change the word “ropes” to “means” to reflect current code language.

Section 5.9.21 Counterweights Counterweights shall conform to 2.21, except 2.21.4.2 does not apply. Rationale: Relocate this requirement to Section 5.9. to be consistent with the numbering system in Part 2. Record 16-1177 Proposal to Revise A17.1-2016 as follows: Section 5.9.30 Sway Control Guides Sway control guides shall conform to 2.30 Section 5.9.301 Welding Welding shall conform to 8.8, except when welding in or above the hoistway, requirements of 30 CFR 75.1106 and 75.1106-1 apply. Rationale: Renumber this section to provide a new section for 5.9.30 as per the numbering format in Part 2

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Record 16-1178 Proposal to Revise A17.1-2016 as follows: 5.9.4 Vertical Clearances and Runbys for Cars and Counterweights Bottom and top car clearances and runbys for cars and counterweights shall conform to 2.4, except 2.4.12 2.4.7.1 shall have the minimum vertical distance in the refuge area clearance above the car top protection increased from 1100mm (43 in.) to 2000mm (78 in.). conform to 2.4.7.1 (c). Section 2.4.7 Top of car clearances 2.4.7.1 When the car has reached its maximum upward movement, the clearance above the car top, measured vertically up to the horizontal plane described by the lowest part of the overhead structure or other obstruction and measured within the projection of the car enclosure top exclusive of the area outside the standard railing (2.10.2) where provided, shall be not less than 1100 mm (43 in.). In no case shall the following additional clearances be less than: (c) 600 mm (24 in.) above equipment attached to and projecting above the car enclosure top, exclusive of:

(1) Standard railings (see also 2.14.1.7.2) (2) Areas outside of the standard railing, the vertical clearance shall not be less than 100 mm

(4 in.) (3) Roller and sliding guide assemblies (see also 2.4.9) (4) Gatepost(s) for vertically sliding gates (see also 2.4.9). Spreader bars between gateposts

with horizontal and vertical clearances not in compliance with 2.14.1.7.2 shall have yellow and black diagonal stripes of not less than 25 mm (1 in.) wide along the length of the spreader bar, mounted at a location visible from the car top.

Rationale: Section 2.4.12 was rewritten the term “refuge” has been removed from this section of the code (2.4.12) and rewritten in section 2.4.7.1 and therefore, the reference section number has changed. Since Section 5.9.14.3 requires car top protection, no distance above the required car top protection is specified.

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Record 16-1232 Proposed Revision to A17.1, Requirement 8.10.2.2.2(ff)(4) to Add Emergency Terminal Stopping Means: Requirement 8.10.2.2.2(ff)(4) ff) Terminal Stopping Devices (Item 2.28). The following tests are performed with an empty car in the up direction and the car loaded with rated load or 125% of rated load in the down direction (see 2.16.8). (1) Test normal terminal stopping device for conformance with 2.25.2 by making inoperative the normal stopping means. The final terminal stopping device and the emergency terminal speed-limiting device shall remain operative. (2) Test emergency terminal speed-limiting device for conformance with 2.25.4.1. (3) For static control elevators, see 2.25.4.2. (4) Test emergency terminal stopping device for conformance with 2.25.4.2. [See also 8.10.2.2.3(g) and (h).] Rationale: to add emergency terminal stopping means in 8.10.

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Record 16-1335 Proposed revisions to ASME A17.1-2013/CSA B44-13, Sections 8.6, 8.10, and 8.11 8.6.5.14.3

(d) Oil Buffers (8.6.4.19.1) (Item 5.12) (e) Firefighters’ Emergency Operation (8.6.4.19.6) (Items 6.3 and 6.4 6.1 thru 6.5 as applicable)

8.6.5.16.1 8.6.5.16.1 Governors, safeties, and oil buffers, where provided, shall be inspected and tested as specified in 8.6.4.20.1, 8.6.4.20.2, and 8.6.4.20.3 at intervals specified by the authority having jurisdiction. Where activation is allowed or required both by overspeed and slack rope, the safety shall have both means of activation tested. (Items 2.13, 2.29 and 5.12)

8.6.5.16.1 8.6.5.16.2 Coated ropes shall be required to have a magnetic flux test capable of detecting broken wires, in addition to a visual examination. (Item 3.23)

8.6.5.16.3 8.6.5.16.3 Wire rope fastenings shall be examined in accordance with Item 3.23 3.22 of A17.2. Fastenings on roped-hydraulic elevators utilizing pistons that are hidden by cylinder head seals shall also be examined, even if it is temporarily necessary to support the car by other means and disassemble the cylinder head.

8.10.2.2.1 (m) Emergency Exit (Items 1.13 and 1.20) (y) Earthquake Inspections & Tests (8.4.4.1) (Item 1.20) Rationale: to segregate and clarify that Item 1.20 deals with seismic requirements while Item 1.13 deals with standard requirements for an emergency exit.

8.10.2.2.3 (s) Windows, Projections, Recesses, and Setbacks (2.1.5, 2.1.6, and 2.11.10.1) (Item 3.12 3.13) (t) Hoistway Clearances (2.4 and 2.5) (Item 3.12 3.14) (dd) Compensation Means (Item 3.34 3.33). (ff) Working Areas on the Car Top (3.7.1)

(1) means to prevent unexpected movement (2.7.5.1.1) (2) Unexpected Car Movement Device (2.26.2.34) (3) operating instructions for Unexpected Car Movement Device (8.6.10.6 8.6.11.7) (4) operating instructions for egress and reentry procedure (8.6.10.7 8.6.11.8)

(ll) Emergency Terminal Stopping Means (2.25.4) (Item 3.6)

8.10.2.2.5

(f) Traveling Cables (Item 5.6 5.5) (2.8.2 and NFPA 70 or CSA-C22.1, as applicable) 8.10.2.2.9 Occupant Evacuation Operation. Verify conformance with 2.27.10 2.27.11. 8.10.3.2.1

(m) Emergency Exit [3.14 and 8.10.2.2.1(m)] (Items 1.13 and 1.20) (y) Earthquake Inspections & Tests (Item 1.20) Rationale: to segregate and clarify that Item 1.20 deals with seismic requirements while Item 1.13 deals with standard requirements for an emergency exit.

8.10.3.2.2 (a) Location of Rooms/Spaces (3.7.1 and 8.10.2.2.2(a))

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(b) Location of Equipment (3.7.1 and 8.10.2.2.2(b)) (c) Equipment Exposure to Weather (3.7.1 and 8.10.2.2.2(c)) (f) Means Necessary for Tests (3.7.1 and 8.10.2.2.2(f)) (g) Inspection and Test Panel (3.7.1 and 8.10.2.2.2(g)) (i) Enclosure of Machine Rooms/Spaces, Control Rooms/Spaces [3.1, 3.7.1, and 8.10.2.2.2(i)] (Item 2.4) (l) Fire Extinguisher (8.6.1.6.5 and 8.10.2.2.2(l)) (Item 2.7) (m) Pipes, Wiring, and Ducts (3.8 and 8.10.2.2.2(m)) (Item 2.8)

(p) Maintenance Path and Maintenance Clearance (3.7.1 and 8.10.2.2.2(p)) (q) Stop Switch (3.7.1, and 3.26.1 and 8.10.2.2.2(q)) (r) Disconnecting Means and Control [8.10.2.2.2(r)] (Item 2.11) (s) Controller Wiring, Fuses, Grounding, etc. [8.10.2.2.2(s)] (Item 2.12)

(dd) Code Data Plate [8.10.2.2.2(ll)] (8.9) (ff) Governor, Overspeed Switch, and Seal (3.17.1 and 8.10.2.2.2(hh)) (Item 2.13) (gg) Wiring Diagrams [8.6.1.2.2(a) and 8.10.2.2.2(nn)] (Item 2.14)

8.10.3.2.3 (d) Top-of-Car Clearance, Refuge Space [8.10.2.2.3(d)] (Item 3.4) (e) Normal Terminal Stopping Devices (3.25.1and 8.10.2.2.3(g)) (Item 2.28)

(g) Car Leveling and Anticreep Devices (3.26.3) (Item 3.7) (j) Identification [3.29 and 8.10.2.2.3(o)] (Item 3.9) (k) Hoistway Construction (3.1 and 8.10.2.2.3(p)) (Item 3.10) (m) Pipes, Wiring, and Ducts (3.8 and 8.10.2.2.3(r)) (Item 3.12) (o) Hoistway Clearances (3.5 and 8.10.2.2.3(t)) (Item 3.14) (ff) Working Areas on the Car Top (3.7.1)

(1) means to prevent unexpected movement (2.7.5.1.1) (2) Unexpected Car Movement Device (2.26.2.34) (3) operating instructions for Unexpected Car Movement Device (8.6.10.6 8.6.11.7) (4) operating instructions for egress and reentry procedure (8.6.10.7 8.6.11.8)

8.10.3.2.4

(a) Car Platform Guard [3.15 and 8.10.2.2.4(a)] (Item 4.1) (b) Hoistway Doors (3.11 and 8.10.2.2.4(b)) (Item 4.2)

(c) Vision Panels (3.11 and 8.10.2.2.4(c)) (Item 4.3)

8.10.3.2.5

(f) Traveling Cables (3.8; and NFPA 70, Article 620 or CSA-C22.1, Section 38, as applicable) (Item 5.6 5.5) (i) Supply Piping (Items 5.14 and 5.16) (v) Earthquake Inspection and Tests (8.4.4.1) (Item 5.16) Rationale: to segregate and clarify that Item 5.16 deals with seismic requirements while Item 5.14 deals with standard requirements for supply piping. (j) Car Safety (3.17) (Item 5.8) (k) Governor rope tension device (3.17.4) (Item 5.6) (o) Overspeed Valve and Seal. Overspeed valves, where provided, shall be inspected and tested to verify that they will stop the car, traveling down with rated load within the specified limits of 3.19.4.7.5(a), using a written procedure supplied by the valve manufacturer or installer (Item 5.25.3.2 5.15.3.2).

8.10.3.3.2

(a) Where the alteration consists of the addition of power operation to the door system (8.7.3.12), tests shall be performed as specified in 8.10.3.2.1(a), (h), (i), (j), and (t); 8.10.2.2.3(g) 8.10.3.2.3(c)(2); 8.10.3.2.3(r); 8.10.2.2.4(b) 8.10.3.2.4(b), (d) through (g); and 8.10.2.2.6. Rationale: to update correct references to 8.10.

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8.10.4.1.1 (i) Steps, Step Upthrust Device, and Treadway (Items 7.9 and 9.9)

(1) steps (h) step upthrust device (6.1.6.3.9)

(r) Escalator and Moving Walk Well Guards (Floor Opening Protection) (6.1.3.6.6 and 6.2.3.8.5) (Items 7.4 and 9.4) (t) Step/Skirt Performance Index

(6) Verify that the step/skirt performance index conforms to the requirements in 6.1.3.3.9 (Item 1.17.2 7.17.2(a)) and in jurisdictions not enforcing NBCC (8.6.8.3).

(u) Inspection control devices shall be tested and inspected to determine conformance with the requirements of 6.1.6.2.2 for escalators and 6.2.6.2.2 for moving walks. (Items 8.17 and 10.16)

8.10.4.2.2 (a) Where alterations involve a change in the angle of inclination or geometry of balustrades, they shall be inspected for conformance with 8.7.6.1.5 for escalators and 8.7.6.2.5 for moving walks and tested as specified in 8.10.4.1.1(c)(1), 8.10.4.1.1(b), 8.10.4.1.1(m), and 8.10.4.1.1(n) (Items 7.2 and 7.15, or 9.2 and 9.15).

8.11.2.1.1

(m) Emergency Exit (Items 1.13 and 1.20) (y) Earthquake Inspections & Tests (Item 1.20) Rationale: to segregate and clarify that Item 1.20 deals with seismic requirements while Item 1.13 deals with standard requirements for an emergency exit.

8.11.2.1.2: (l) Top Emergency Exit [Items 3.8 and 3.34.1(j)(i)]. (dd) Compensation Means (Item 3.34 3.33). Rationale: To provide for correct or missing references within 8.10 and 8.11.

8.11.3.1.6 8.11.3.1.6 Firefighters’ Service. See (Items 6.1 thru 6.5 as applicable) 6.3 and 6.4.

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Record 16-1584 Revised A17.1: 2.14.7.1.3 Each elevator shall be provided with auxiliary lighting and shall conform to the following: … (g) Battery-operated units, where provided, shall (1) comply with CSA C22.2 No. 141 or UL 924 (see Section 9) (2) have a 4 h rating minimum (3) be permanently connected to the car light branch circuit (4) have an output rating that includes the auxiliary lights and if connected, the emergency signaling devices (see 2.27.1.1.3) Rationale: Update reference to include all emergency signalling devices.

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Record 16-2552 Proposed Revision to A17.1, Requirement 8.10.3.2.5(n), 8.11.3.1.5(r) and 8.6.5.16.4 Plunger Gripper: 8.10.3.2.5(n) A plunger gripper, where provided, shall be inspected and tested at rated load at not less than operating speed in the down direction. The means for the actuation of the gripper shall be verified by overspeeding the car or by alternative means. Where multiple means of actuation are provided, each means shall be individually tested. The date of this test shall be permanently marked on the marking plate plunger gripper data marking plate and recorded in the acceptance test tag records. (see 3.17.3.8 and 8.10.1.1.4) [see 3.17.3.8(e)]. (Item 5.17.3). The person or firm installing or maintaining the equipment shall provide a written procedure in the Onsite Documentation [see 8.6.1.2.2(b)(1)] and demonstrate that the plunger gripper shall function as required by 3.17.3. 8.11.3.1.5(r) Plunger Gripper (Item 5.17) 8.6.5.16.4 A plunger gripper, where provided, shall be examined and tested per 8.10.3.2.5(n). (Item 5.17.2) The periodic test record shall be completed. The person or firm installing or maintaining the equipment shall provide a written procedure in the Onsite Documentation [see 8.6.1.2.2(b)(1)] and demonstrate that the plunger gripper shall function as required by 3.17.3. Proposed Revision to A17.1, Table P-1 Plunger Gripper:

Table P-1 Plunger Gripper Stopping Distances with Rated Load in the Car

(8.6.5.16.4)

Operating Speed in the Down Direction

Maximum Tripping Speed

Stopping Distances

Minimum Maximum

m/s (ft/min) m/s (ft/min) mm(in.) mm(in.)

0–0.63 (0–125) 0.90 (175) 25 (1) 406 (16)

0.75 (150) 1.05 (210) 50 (2) 584 (23)

0.87 (175) 1.25 (250) 75 (3) 838 (33)

1.00 (200) 1.40 (280) 100 (4) 1 041 (41)

1.12 (225) 1.55 (308) 125 (5) 1 270 (50)

1.25 (250) 1.70 (337) 150 (6) 1 524 (60)

1.50 (300) 2.00 (395) 200 (8) 2 108 (83)

GENERAL NOTE: Maximum distance calculated using 8.2.6 and substituting 0.1 gravity for deceleration in lieu of 0.35 gravity. Rationale: to add inspections procedures for plunger gripper. Editorially amend table for clarity.

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Record 16-2553 Proposed Revision to A17.1, Requirement 8.10.3.2.5(d) and 8.11.3.1.5(d) Reference Update: 8.10.3.2.5(d) Car Buffer (3.6.3, 3.6.4, and 3.22.1) (Item 5.129) 8.11.3.1.5(d) Car Buffer (Item 5.129) Rationale: Item 5.9 basically includes all of the text in item 5.12, except that apparently Item 5.9 was carried over from A17.2.1 Electric Elevators and Item 5.12 apparently was carried over from A17.2.2 Hydraulic Elevators. See the references. This proposed revision is to relocate Item 5.12 into Item 5.9. See TN 15-1226 Proposed Revision to A17.1 and A17.2, Relocation of Language in Item 5.12 to Item 5.9 Car & Counterweight Buffers. Record 16-2562 Proposed Revision to A17.1, Preface Reference Correction:

In A17.1/CSA B44, add Section 8.12 to the existing application statement. Proposed Change 1: A17.1/CSA B44

ASME PREFACE GENERAL

This Code is one of the numerous codes … This Code applies to new installations only, except Part 1, and 5.10, 8.1, 8.6, 8.7, 8.8, 8.9, 8.10, 8.11 and 8.112, which apply to both new and existing installations. … Proposed Change 2: 1.1.3 Application of Parts This Code applies to new installations only, except Part 1, and 5.10, 8.1, 8.6, 8.7, 8.8, 8.9, 8.10, 8.11 and 8.112, that apply to both new and existing installations. Rationale: The International Building Code requires existing buildings to comply with ASCE 24 under certain conditions which would in turn affect new and existing elevators installed in an existing building. Record 17-214 Proposed Revision to A17.1, Requirement 8.11.2.1.6 Firefighters’ Emergency and Service: 8.11.2.1.6 Firefighters’ Emergency Items 6.3 through 6.5, as applicable. Rationale: Include the reference to A17.2. It was unintendedly overlooked during the last update.

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