Inspection Protocol For
IP – 3575
Computer Desk
Sampling:
Single Sampling Plans for Normal Inspection, General Inspection Level II
Lot Size
Sample Size
Lot Size
Sample Size
2-8
2
501-1,200
80
9-15
3
1,201-3,200
125
16-25
5
3,201-10,000
200
26-50
8
10,001-35,000
315
51-90
13
35,001-150,000
500
91-150
20
150,001-500,000
800
151-280
32
500,001-And Over
1,250
281-500
50
AQL:
[ Pre-Shipment ]
Critical (), Major (), Minor ()
I.
Visual Inspection
DESCRIPTIONS
CRI.
MAJ.
MIN.
Appearance
Burrs / sharp point / sharp edge
@ injures consumer
@ causes potential injury to consumer
*
*
Non-compliance in dimension, color, shape, material
*
Dent / scratches / chips / cracks
*
Dry / over spray painting
*
Color noticeably varies per totally assembled pieces
*
Poor painting / coating (. orange peel, popped bubbles, peel off painting) on finished surface
*
Stacking mark / visible sanding marks (line or circular) / chip marks / scratches
*
Rust / oxides formed at metal surface / components
*
Loosen parts / components fall apart
*
Tube thickness not as specified
*
Improper bending of metal frame
*
Tool mark / touch-up mark
@ Obvious to eye
@ Not obvious to eye
*
*
Welding joint without grinding (. pits, splatter formed)
*
Pin holes
@ more than 3 per component
@ less than or equal to 3 per component
*
*
Bare metal exposed
*
Unsecured fastening where rigidity is required
*
Improper or unsecured rivet / weld on hardware
*
Rough feel on all surfaces
*
Missing components (includes spare part/ accessories)
*
Dirt / dust / mildew / stain
*
Construction
Component missing / malformed / fractured
*
Loose fitting of accessories
*
Non-smooth operation at folding joint/ drawer/ keyboard drawer.
*
Missing end cap at tube opening
*
Labeling and Packing
Missing vendor / distributor / country of origin information
*
Missing proper wrapping protection
*
Missing hangtag
*
Non-compliance in package
*
Non-compliance in accessories
*
Missing labels / assembly instruction sheet
*
Moisture / water damage to color box / master carton
*
Damage / wrinkle in color label on carton
*
Poor label printing
*
Missing Plastic Bag Warning Statement
*
Non-Compliance In Bilingual Markings On Product AND Packaging:
@ USA = English (minimum)
@ Canada = English and French (minimum)
@ Mexico = English and Spanish (minimum)
@ UK = English (minimum)
*
II.
Test Properties
No defective item is allowed out of any Test Properties.
DESCRIPTIONS
METHOD
CRITERIA
Ease of assembly test
@ 13 samples
@ Assemble with tools per instruction provided
No un-assembled parts / component
Wobbling test
@ 13 samples
@ Place sample on a flat surface (. glass, metal plate)
No any leg lifted off the ground more than 5 mm
Dimension measurement test
@ 13 samples
@ Verify overall dimensions against line drawings
@ Verify the extrusion thickness by removing end caps
No over the required tolerance range against the dimensions stated in specs (-0, +3%)
Moisture content (measure in area where instrument prick marks will not be obvious) (for wood only)
@ 13 samples
@ Measure at four different points
Moisture content must be in 8 – 12%
Verification Of SWPM
(Solid Wood Packing Material)
Visual
Must conform to the product specifications.
If SWPM is present:
Should provide:
a. Fungicide Certificate
b. No hazards (. nails)
c. Unpacking AND Disposal Instructions
Impact Drop Test For Full Packing
(ISTA Project 1A)
Drop 3 Master Cartons If:
(greater or equal to 6 units packed per carton)
Drop 6 Master Cartons If:
(smaller than 6 units packed per carton)
Drop Onto A Concrete Floor:
From A Height Of:
30” (1 - lbs)
24” (21 - lbs)
18” (41 - lbs)
12” (61 - lbs)
8” (100 - 150 lbs)
a) 1 Corner
(bottom manufacturers joint corner)
b) 3 Edges
(radiating from above corner)
c) 6 Faces
No broken, cracked or deformed parts or components. The master carton must continue to afford a reasonable amount of protection to the contents.
Creation Date:
April 23, 2001
Last Revision Date:
January 2, 2003
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