A.t.p. Europe" Regulation - Zanotti DFZ Use And Maintenance Instructions

9. Abstract of the "A.T.P. Europe" regulation (march 1974)
Authorization for vehicles used to carry perishable foodstuffs. Prior to the begin-
ning of its operation, the refrigerated vehicle must be authorized by the
Departmental Veterinary Service.
CHARACTERISTICS OF VEHICLES USED TO CARRY PERISHABLE FOOD-
STUFFS
REFRIGERATED VEHICLE.
A refrigerated vehicle is an isothermal vehicle equipped with a refrigeration
device which, considering an average +30°C/86°F ambient temperature, allows
making the temperature inside the empty isothermal box drop and keeping it
constant in the following way:
• CLASS A: refrigerated vehicle equipped with a refrigeration device which
allows selecting any temperature between +12°C and 0°C, both included.
• CLASS B: refrigerated vehicle equipped with a refrigeration device which allows
selecting any temperature between +12°C and -10°C, both included.
• CLASS C: refrigerated vehicle equipped with a refrigeration device which allows
selecting any temperature between +12°C and -20°C, both included.
The refrigeration power of a unit is determined through an examination carried out
at an authorized testing station and certified by an official report.
Note: the "K" factor of vehicle bodies to be included in class C must be equal to, or lower than 0.4 W/m
80
2
°C.