{"product_id":"taktelematik-batteribyte-sakerhetsundantag-eu2026-1770-2027","title":"Roof-mounted machine telematics 2027 – battery replacement, safety exceptions and proof of service | Word\/PDF\/Excel","description":"\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoof-mounted machine telematics 2027 – document battery replacement, safety exemptions and professional service in accordance with the EU's new battery regulations.\u003c\/strong\u003e From \u003cstrong\u003e18 February 2027\u003c\/strong\u003e, Article 11 of EU Battery Regulation (EU) 2023\/1542 on the removability and replaceability of portable batteries will apply. The new delegated regulation \u003cstrong\u003e(EU) 2026\/1770\u003c\/strong\u003e adds a highly specific exemption for certain \u003cstrong\u003eroof-mounted telematics units on agricultural and construction machinery\u003c\/strong\u003e. In this limited situation, the battery may be replaceable by an independent professional rather than the end user when required for safety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7 editable Word files, 7 corresponding searchable PDFs and an Excel register with nine tabs – \u003cstrong\u003e15 customer files in a digital ZIP\u003c\/strong\u003e. The package is intended for manufacturers, product developers, machinery dealers, telematics providers and service workshops in Sweden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border:2px solid #7da9c8;background:#eaf4fb;padding:19px 21px;border-radius:9px;margin:18px 0\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin:0 0 10px\"\u003e01. Package contents\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFive Swedish work templates:\u003c\/strong\u003e Article 11.2h applicability assessment, documented safety necessity, service instructions\/spare parts certificate, professional battery replacement and change\/deviation control. \u003cstrong\u003eTwo guides:\u003c\/strong\u003e Swedish step-by-step guide and separate English User Guide. \u003cstrong\u003eExcel:\u003c\/strong\u003e nine tabs with 497 formula cells and administrative status control. Everything is delivered as a ZIP with 15 files.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border:2px solid #7da9c8;background:#f5fafd;padding:19px 21px;border-radius:9px;margin:18px 0\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin:0 0 10px\"\u003e02. What the files contain\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eControl fields for model and batch ID, agricultural\/construction machinery, \u003cstrong\u003eintended roof mounting\u003c\/strong\u003e, documented vibrations, dust and wet conditions, risks when replaced by a user, independent service, compatible spare battery, at least a five-year spare parts plan, software lock and resealing. Excel records whether supporting documentation is present or missing – it does \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e issue exemptions, safety certifications, technical approvals or the right to restart equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA completely new, narrow EU rule: Article 11.2h\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Commission's \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/eur-lex.europa.eu\/eli\/reg_del\/2026\/1770\/oj\"\u003edelegated regulation (EU) 2026\/1770\u003c\/a\u003e was published on \u003cstrong\u003e22 October 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e and entered into force on \u003cstrong\u003e11 November 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e. It replaced Article 11.2 of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/eur-lex.europa.eu\/eli\/reg\/2023\/1542\/oj\"\u003eBattery Regulation (EU) 2023\/1542\u003c\/a\u003e and introduced, among other things, paragraph h for \u003cstrong\u003etelematics equipment intended for roof-mounted installation in agricultural and construction machinery and designed to be exposed to severe vibrations, dust and wet conditions during intended use\u003c\/strong\u003e. The exemption may be used \u003cstrong\u003eonly when required for the safety of the user and the equipment\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot all GPS equipment:\u003c\/strong\u003e a telematics unit mounted inside the tractor cab is not automatically covered; neither is another roof-mounted product lacking a proven design and safety requirement. The product helps you document all conditions, compare possible safer design alternatives and specify which tests and evidence must be available. It never states that a particular model is exempt simply because a box has been ticked on a form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat must still work even with the exemption?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exemption changes \u003cstrong\u003ewho\u003c\/strong\u003e may be able to remove and replace the battery – not that it must be replaceable. \u003cstrong\u003eArticle 11.7\u003c\/strong\u003e requires that batteries be made available as spare parts for at least five years after the \u003cstrong\u003elast unit of the model\u003c\/strong\u003e has been placed on the market, at a reasonable and non-discriminatory price for independent professionals and end users, among others. \u003cstrong\u003eArticle 11.8\u003c\/strong\u003e prohibits software that prevents a portable battery from being replaced with another compatible battery. Other applicable obligations, such as appropriate user and safety instructions, must be assessed separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndependent professional\u003c\/strong\u003e does not automatically mean only the manufacturer's authorised service partner. An internal service policy may not render an explicit access requirement for independent professionals ineffective. The updated \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/eur-lex.europa.eu\/eli\/C\/2026\/5531\/oj\"\u003eCommission guidance C\/2026\/5531\u003c\/a\u003e from 22 October 2026 is relevant when interpreting battery replacement, tools and repair access. The guidance is \u003cstrong\u003enon-binding\u003c\/strong\u003e; it does not replace the wording of the regulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDocument for document – what is included?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto\"\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;min-width:720px;border-collapse:collapse\"\u003e\n\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr style=\"background:#dcecf7\"\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eNo.\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eDocument\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003ePurpose\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eFormat\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4e2eb\"\u003e01\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4e2eb\"\u003eRoof mounting and applicability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4e2eb\"\u003eCheck machine type, mounting location and vibrations\/dust\/wetness.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4e2eb\"\u003eDOCX + PDF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4e2eb\"\u003e02\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4e2eb\"\u003eSafety justification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4e2eb\"\u003eAssess whether battery replacement by the end user actually poses a safety risk.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4e2eb\"\u003eDOCX + PDF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4e2eb\"\u003e03\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4e2eb\"\u003eService instructions and spare parts certificate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4e2eb\"\u003eIndependent workshop, five-year spare parts availability and software control.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4e2eb\"\u003eDOCX + PDF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4e2eb\"\u003e04\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4e2eb\"\u003eBattery replacement and resealing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4e2eb\"\u003eWorkplace, compatible battery, sealing and functional test.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4e2eb\"\u003eDOCX + PDF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4e2eb\"\u003e05\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4e2eb\"\u003eDeviation and change control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4e2eb\"\u003eInternal block, product revision, retest and manual attestation.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4e2eb\"\u003eDOCX + PDF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4e2eb\"\u003e06\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4e2eb\"\u003eSwedish user guide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4e2eb\"\u003eLegal, explanations and four fictional scenarios.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4e2eb\"\u003eDOCX + PDF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4e2eb\"\u003e07\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4e2eb\"\u003eEnglish User Guide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4e2eb\"\u003eSeparate English instructions for Swedish operational forms.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4e2eb\"\u003eDOCX + PDF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4e2eb\"\u003e08\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4e2eb\"\u003eExcel – nine tabs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4e2eb\"\u003eSeven register parts, start page and official legal sources.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #d4e2eb\"\u003eXLSX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe seven Word originals are editable and each contains two clear information boxes. The PDF files are searchable and suitable for printing or internal archiving, \u003cstrong\u003enot interactively fillable\u003c\/strong\u003e. Five work templates and one guide are in Swedish; the English guide is a separate instruction document, not a translation of all work templates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExcel – nine tabs and control formulas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStart:\u003c\/strong\u003e overview and number of registered references. \u003cstrong\u003eUnits:\u003c\/strong\u003e model, roof mounting and battery type. \u003cstrong\u003eExemption 11.2h:\u003c\/strong\u003e control questions about machine category, roof, environment and safety requirements. \u003cstrong\u003eSafety:\u003c\/strong\u003e risk analysis and tested alternatives. \u003cstrong\u003eSpare parts:\u003c\/strong\u003e five-year availability, price and software lock. \u003cstrong\u003eService test:\u003c\/strong\u003e professional replacement, sealing and function. \u003cstrong\u003eDeviations:\u003c\/strong\u003e problems, internal blocks and retest. \u003cstrong\u003eDecision:\u003c\/strong\u003e compilation and attestation. \u003cstrong\u003eSources:\u003c\/strong\u003e EU original texts and updated guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e497 formulas have been tested in four administrative situations: \u003cem\u003ecomplete references\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eunsupported exemption conditions\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003emissing evidence\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eempty customer row\u003c\/em\u003e. The statuses are designed as \u003cstrong\u003e“Missing supporting documentation”, “TESTING: EXEMPTION NOT SUPPORTED” and “Supporting documentation registered – MANUAL REVIEW”\u003c\/strong\u003e. The formulas do not test actual product safety and cannot provide legal approval. The delivered workbook contains no test cases or real customer data.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFour concrete examples\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoof-mounted module on tractor:\u003c\/strong\u003e vibrations, water, dust and safety risk when accessing the roof are documented. Use the applicability and risk templates for a manual review of Article 11.2h.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eGPS unit inside the driver cab:\u003c\/strong\u003e the location does not meet the specific requirement for intended roof mounting. The general rule for user replacement must be tested, or another legally relevant exemption.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoftware-locked spare battery:\u003c\/strong\u003e the equipment only accepts batteries with the manufacturer's own code despite the availability of other compatible batteries. Investigate Article 11.8 and document the technical measure before a service decision.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe spare battery has been discontinued:\u003c\/strong\u003e spare parts disappear from the market two years after the last unit of the model. Compare against the five-year rule in Article 11.7 and document the correction of the supply plan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePractical workflow\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIdentify the telematics unit's model, battery type, machine category and intended installation location.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eVerify specific roof mounting and that the unit is designed for severe vibrations, dust and wet conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDocument why user replacement would pose a safety risk and test safer design alternatives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCheck access for independent professionals, spare parts, reasonable prices and compatibility without unauthorized software locks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePerform battery service only in accordance with the relevant manufacturer procedure, safe working environment and actual technical competence. Use the service protocol as an evidence reference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eRecord changes, deviations and manual attestation decisions; re-evaluate the safety exemption in the event of design or firmware changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen does the requirement for replaceable portable batteries apply?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eArticle 11 of EU 2023\/1542 begins to apply on \u003cstrong\u003e18 February 2027\u003c\/strong\u003e. The special amending regulation EU 2026\/1770 entered into force on 11 November 2026.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the battery be permanently glued or impossible to replace?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe exemption under Article 11.2h does not mean that a battery becomes impossible to replace. However, it may be designed to be removed and replaced by \u003cstrong\u003eindependent professionals\u003c\/strong\u003e instead of the end user, if all conditions are met.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the exemption apply to all GPS on tractors, excavators and forestry machinery?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. For paragraph h, the product's intended roof mounting, machine category, intended environment and safety necessity must be supported. Test other types of machines or installations separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMust the battery be available as a spare part after the model has stopped being sold?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eArticle 11.7 specifies at least five years of spare parts availability after the last unit of the model has been placed on the market, at a reasonable and non-discriminatory price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the manufacturer lock the battery replacement to its own service workshop?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn exemption for professional replacement does not in itself imply exclusivity for the brand workshop. Independent professionals must be able to perform relevant replacements. Article 11.8 also prohibits software that prevents replacement with compatible batteries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this a complete repair manual for all telematics units?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The templates document legal review and controls. The work itself requires the correct manufacturer instructions, safety procedure and technical competence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan Excel determine if the exemption applies?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Excel only shows whether administrative data is present and whether a user has registered No for a necessary condition. The final assessment is made by responsible persons after reviewing the original evidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre all documents included in English?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The five work templates and Excel are in Swedish. A separate English user guide is included and all seven documents are available in Word\/PDF.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated products\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a broader assessment of battery regulations and battery replacement in different product categories, see \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/batteribyte-2027-artikel11-utbytbara-batterier\"\u003eBattery replacement 2027 – removability, spare parts and exemptions\u003c\/a\u003e. For comprehensive battery regulation requirements, see \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/eu-batteriforordning-batteripass-2026-2027-svenska-english-qr-ce-due-diligence-word-pdf-excel\"\u003eEU Battery Regulation and battery passport\u003c\/a\u003e. This product expressly applies to \u003cstrong\u003eroof-mounted telematics on agricultural and construction machinery\u003c\/strong\u003e under the new paragraph h.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOfficial legal sources and limitation of liability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/eur-lex.europa.eu\/eli\/reg\/2023\/1542\/oj\"\u003eBattery Regulation (EU) 2023\/1542\u003c\/a\u003e, especially Articles 11 and 96; \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/eur-lex.europa.eu\/eli\/reg_del\/2026\/1770\/oj\"\u003ethe Commission's delegated regulation (EU) 2026\/1770\u003c\/a\u003e with Article 11.2h; \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/eur-lex.europa.eu\/eli\/C\/2026\/5531\/oj\"\u003eupdated, non-binding Commission guidance C\/2026\/5531\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/environment.ec.europa.eu\/news\/commission-adds-exemptions-portable-battery-removal-rules-2026-07-14_en\"\u003ethe Commission's background information\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVersion 1.0 – AI-assisted source control 12 November 2026.\u003c\/strong\u003e No independent legal review or technical\/occupational health and safety certification. The documents are neither official forms nor technical design approvals. Always check the latest legal text, current original evidence and concrete product conditions. The files are delivered digitally only after the store administrator has separately published the product and linked the ZIP file in the delivery system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Svenska Dokumentmallar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56598504145238,"sku":"BATT-ROOF-TELEMATICS-2027-V1","price":79.0,"currency_code":"SEK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0827\/2373\/3846\/files\/01_taktelematik_huvudbild_1600.png?v=1794501454","url":"https:\/\/mallbutiken.se\/en\/products\/taktelematik-batteribyte-sakerhetsundantag-eu2026-1770-2027","provider":"Mallbutiken","version":"1.0","type":"link"}