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FIG. 13-2. Multiple-beam head lamp test point candlepower values (car one-half
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enable the laboratory operator to locate the light source in its correct designed
position and to aim the beams. The laboratory report shall include a copy of the
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Lamps Used in Test
The lamps used in the tests, unless otherwise specified, shall be supplied by he
laboratory. They shall be of standard manufacture and the type shall be spec ed
by the applicant. They shall be of such character that they will give their raied
candlepower when operated at approximately their rated efficiency. Photometric
tests shall be made with the lamps operating at rated candlepower.
Required Test Data
Candlepower values shall be recorded for the five specified filament positions at
each of the test points covered by the acceptance specifications that follow, and at
any additional points needed to establish compliance with these specifications.
Specifications for Multiple-Beam Head Lamps
These specifications are based on the fact that assurance of reasonable safety in
driving at night under present motoring conditions demands the provision of at
least two beams of different characteristics under the immediate control of the
driver, one arranged to reveal obstacles at a safe distance in advance of the vehicle
under ordinary conditions of road contour and loading, and the other arranged to
avoid dangerous glare under usual conditions of passing and when driving in con-
gested areas. The driver is to be held responsible for using the proper beam.
Test Procedure
The light sources in the head lamps shall be located in the designed position as
specified by the manufacturer. A photometer shall be set up at not less than 60 feet
from the head lamps.
Aiming adjustments shall be made on one clear road beam only.
The head lamps' clear road beam shall be aimed so the vertical center of the zone
of highest intensity falls at the horizontal line through the photometer axis.
The clear road beam of each head lamp shall be aimed laterally with respect to the
single vertical line through the photometer axis in the same manner as the manu-