98/83/EC - Quality of water intended for human consumption
Council Directive 98/83/EC of 3 November 1998 establishes standards for the quality of water intended for human consumption, aiming to protect human health by ensuring that drinking water is wholesome and safe. It updates the previous Directive 80/778/EEC to reflect scientific and technical progress, emphasizing compliance with essential health-related parameters. The Directive applies to all water used for drinking, cooking, food preparation, and other domestic purposes, including water used in food production, except natural mineral waters and medicinal waters. Member States must establish monitoring programs, set parametric values based on health protection principles, and ensure corrective measures in case of non-compliance. The Directive requires that water quality be maintained at the point of consumption and mandates information provision to consumers about water quality and any remedial actions. It provides a flexible framework allowing Member States to adopt stricter standards or additional parameters, subject to notification to the Commission. The Directive also covers the use of substances and materials involved in water preparation and distribution, ensuring they do not adversely affect human health.
Purpose
Council Directive 98/83/EC aims to protect human health by ensuring the quality of water intended for human consumption within the European Union. The Directive establishes essential quality and health parameters that drinking water must meet to be wholesome and clean. It addresses all water used for drinking, cooking, food preparation, or any domestic use, including water used in food production where it affects the wholesomeness of the product.
The Directive seeks to create a flexible and transparent legal framework, taking into account the principle of subsidiarity, allowing Member States to adapt measures based on regional and local conditions. It excludes natural mineral waters and waters classified as medicinal products, which are subject to separate legislation.
Key Obligations
Quality Standards: Member States must set values for specific parameters listed in Annex I, Parts A and B, at least meeting those minimum EU standards. Parameters include microbiological, chemical, and indicator substances relevant to public health.
Point of Compliance: Compliance with parametric values must be ensured at the point where water is made available to consumers - typically the tap or container. Member States are responsible even if contamination occurs due to domestic distribution systems, with exceptions for some public premises.
Monitoring: Competent authorities must establish monitoring programmes compliant with Annex II, ensuring frequent and representative sampling throughout the year. Monitoring must include verification of disinfection efficacy and potential contamination by disinfection by-products.
Analytical Methods: Member States should use reliable and comparable analytical methods as set out in Annex III. Alternative methods can be used if they demonstrate equivalent accuracy and reliability.
Remedial Action: Any failure to meet parametric values must be immediately investigated, and necessary remedial actions must be taken promptly to restore water quality. Priority is given to resolving problems at the source.
Restrictions and Information: If contaminated water poses health risks, its supply must be restricted or prohibited. Consumers must be adequately informed about the water quality, any derogations granted, and remedial actions taken.
Additional Parameters: Member States may set stricter standards or additional parameters to protect health locally but must notify the Commission if exceeding EU standards.
Derogations: Under defined conditions, Member States can grant temporary derogations if no other reasonable options exist and without endangering public health.
Affected Products and Actors
Water Intended for Human Consumption: This includes all water for drinking, cooking, food preparation, or any domestic application, whether supplied via networks, tankers, or bottled.
Food Industry Water Use: Water used in food manufacturing or processing is covered unless its use does not affect the final product's wholesomeness.
Water Suppliers and Authorities: Water supply undertakings and national/regional competent authorities are responsible for ensuring water quality, implementation of monitoring, and remedial measures.
Consumers: Must be informed about water quality and advised appropriately in case of contamination or derogations.
Excluded Areas: Natural mineral waters and waters considered medicinal products fall outside this Directive's scope.
Implementation Timeline
The Directive was adopted on 3 November 1998.
Member States were obliged to transpose its provisions into national law by the date specified in Annex IV of the Directive (typically by 25 December 2003), ensuring compliance with the quality standards and monitoring requirements thereafter.
The Directive foresees flexibility for certain geographically specific areas in exceptional circumstances, potentially allowing extended compliance timelines.
Scientific and technological progress may lead to adaptations to the technical annexes under a committee procedure, allowing updates without full legislative review.
Directive 98/83/EC applies to the quality of water intended for human consumption. This includes all water in its original state or after treatment that is meant for drinking, cooking, food preparation, or other domestic purposes, regardless of origin or supply method, such as distribution networks, tankers, or bottled water. The directive also covers water used in food production for manufacturing, processing, preserving, or marketing products or substances intended for human consumption, unless it can be established that the water quality does not affect the wholesomeness of the final food product. The directive excludes natural mineral waters and waters classified as medicinal products, which are regulated separately. Additionally, it may exempt water supplies serving fewer than 50 persons or providing less than 10 cubic meters daily, unless part of commercial or public activities. The directive aims primarily to protect human health by ensuring such water is wholesome and clean.
Die Richtlinie 98/83/EG zielt darauf ab, die Qualität von Wasser für den menschlichen Gebrauch in der Europäischen Union sicherzustellen, um die Gesundheit der Verbraucher vor negativen Einflüssen durch verunreinigtes Wasser zu schützen. Sie legt Mindestanforderungen an die Reinheit und Genußqualität fest, einschließlich mikrobiologischer und chemischer Parameter, basierend auf wissenschaftlichen Erkenntnissen sowie dem Vorsorgeprinzip. Die Richtlinie regelt Qualitätsstandards, Überwachungsprogramme und Maßnahmen bei Überschreitungen dieser Standards, wobei besondere Berücksichtigung auf lokale Gegebenheiten und das Subsidiaritätsprinzip gelegt wird. Ausnahmen gelten für natürliche Mineralwässer und Arzneiwässer. Die Einhaltung der Parameter wird am Abgabepunkt, also beim Verbraucher, kontrolliert, und bei Problemen sind unverzüglich Abhilfemaßnahmen zu treffen. Die Mitgliedstaaten müssen zudem die Bevölkerung angemessen informieren und können unter bestimmten Bedingungen temporäre Abweichungen zulassen. Insgesamt schafft die Richtlinie einen verbindlichen rechtlichen Rahmen, der den Schutz der menschlichen Gesundheit durch eine nachhaltige und sichere Wasserversorgung gewährleistet.
Zweck
Die Richtlinie 98/83/EG des Rates vom 3. November 1998 zielt darauf ab, die Qualität von Wasser für den menschlichen Gebrauch innerhalb der Europäischen Union zu gewährleisten. Sie dient dem Schutz der öffentlichen Gesundheit vor nachteiligen Einflüssen, die sich aus der Verunreinigung dieses Wassers ergeben können. Dies betrifft Wasser, das zum Trinken, Kochen, zur Zubereitung von Speisen oder zu anderen häuslichen Zwecken genutzt wird, einschließlich Wasser, das in der Lebensmittelindustrie verwendet wird.
Ziel ist es, die Genußtauglichkeit und Reinheit des Wassers sicherzustellen, indem Mindestqualitätsstandards und Überwachungsmaßnahmen definiert werden. Das übergeordnete Anliegen ist, die menschliche Gesundheit dauerhaft zu schützen und eine sichere Versorgung mit Trinkwasser zu garantieren.
Zentrale Verpflichtungen
Qualitätsanforderungen: Mitgliedstaaten müssen sicherstellen, dass Wasser für den menschlichen Gebrauch mikrobiologisch und chemisch so beschaffen ist, dass keine Gefährdung der Gesundheit besteht. Die in Anhang I der Richtlinie festgelegten Parameterwerte sind strikt einzuhalten.
Überwachung: Die Mitgliedstaaten sind verpflichtet, regelmäßige Überwachungsprogramme einzurichten, die repräsentativ für das über das Jahr verbrauchte Wasser sind. Probenahme- und Analyseverfahren müssen zuverlässig und vergleichbar sein.
Maßnahmen bei Abweichungen: Wird eine Überschreitung der Grenzwerte festgestellt, müssen Ursachenforschung und kurzfristige Abhilfemaßnahmen erfolgen, um die Qualität des Wassers schnell wiederherzustellen. Bei potentieller Gesundheitsgefährdung ist die Versorgung einzuschränken oder zu untersagen.
Informationspflicht: Verbraucher sind angemessen und transparent über die Qualität des Wassers, zugelassene Ausnahmen sowie ergriffene Gegenmaßnahmen zu informieren.
Verwendung von Stoffen und Materialien: Die Verwendung bestimmter Stoffe bei Aufbereitung oder Verteilung ist so zu regeln, dass keine gesundheitlichen Beeinträchtigungen entstehen.
Abweichungen: Mitgliedstaaten können unter Umständen Abweichungen von der Richtlinie zulassen, sofern keine Gesundheitsgefährdung besteht und keine andere zumutbare Versorgung möglich ist.
Hausinstallationen: Die Verantwortung für Wasserqualität endet in der Regel am Übergabepunkt des Versorgungsnetzes; Verschlechterungen durch Hausinstallationen sind getrennt zu behandeln.
Betroffene Produkte und Akteure
Betroffene Produkte: Wasser für den menschlichen Gebrauch umfasst Leitungswasser aus öffentlichen Versorgungsnetzen, Wasser in Tankfahrzeugen, in Flaschen oder anderen Behältern sowie Wasser, das in Lebensmittelbetrieben verwendet wird, sofern es die Genußtauglichkeit des Endprodukts beeinflussen könnte.
Ausnahmen: Natürliche Mineralwässer und Arzneiwasser sind von dieser Richtlinie ausgenommen, da für diese spezielle Regelungen gelten.
Betroffene Akteure: Mitgliedstaaten, Wasserversorgungsunternehmen, Lebensmittelbetriebe, Betreiber von Versorgungsanlagen und zuständige Behörden sind für Einhaltung, Überwachung sowie Information der Verbraucher verantwortlich.
Umsetzungstermin und Übergangsfristen
Die Umsetzung der Richtlinie in nationales Recht war für die Mitgliedstaaten verpflichtend und muss gemäß den in Anhang IV enthaltenen Fristen erfolgen.
In außergewöhnlichen oder geografisch definierten Fällen können Mitgliedstaaten für die Umsetzung bestimmte Erleichterungen oder verlängerte Zeitpläne erhalten, sofern dies begründet und mit dem Schutz der Gesundheit vereinbar ist.
Weiterhin sieht die Richtlinie vor, dass bei technischem oder wissenschaftlichem Fortschritt die Kommission gemeinsam mit den Mitgliedstaaten Änderungen an technischen Anhängen zeitnah vornehmen kann, um die Vorgaben aktuell und praktikabel zu halten.
Diese Richtlinie stellt einen verbindlichen Rechtsrahmen zur Sicherstellung einer hohen Qualität von Wasser für den menschlichen Gebrauch in der EU dar, ergänzt durch Monitoring, Transparenz sowie flexible Handhabung bei besonderen Umständen. Sie ist eine wichtige Grundlage für die Gesundheitssicherung und Wasserpolitik in den Mitgliedstaaten.
Die Richtlinie 98/83/EG gilt für die Qualität von Wasser für den menschlichen Gebrauch. Darunter fällt jegliches Wasser, das zum Trinken, Kochen, zur Zubereitung von Speisen oder zu anderen häuslichen Zwecken bestimmt ist, unabhängig von seiner Herkunft und davon, ob es aus Verteilungsnetzen, Tankfahrzeugen, Flaschen oder anderen Behältnissen bereitgestellt wird. Außerdem umfasst der Anwendungsbereich Wasser, das in Lebensmittelbetrieben für die Herstellung, Behandlung oder Konservierung von Produkten verwendet wird, sofern die zuständigen Behörden nicht nachweisen, dass die Wasserqualität die Genußtauglichkeit der Endprodukte nicht beeinträchtigt. Ausgenommen sind natürliche Mineralwässer und Wasser, das Arzneimittelspezialitäten darstellt. Zudem können Mitgliedstaaten Ausnahmen für Wasser aus individuellen Versorgungsanlagen unter 10 m³ pro Tag oder Versorgung von weniger als 50 Personen zulassen, sofern keine öffentliche oder gewerbliche Nutzung vorliegt.
La directive 98/83/CE du Conseil du 3 novembre 1998 concerne la qualité des eaux destinées à la consommation humaine, avec pour objectif principal la protection de la santé publique contre les effets néfastes de la contamination de ces eaux. Elle établit des normes minimales de qualité basées sur des critères microbiologiques, chimiques et physiques, s’appuyant notamment sur les recommandations de l’Organisation mondiale de la santé. Le texte précise les définitions des eaux concernées, y compris celles utilisées dans l’industrie alimentaire, et exclut les eaux minérales naturelles et les eaux médicinales, déjà régulées par des textes spécifiques. La directive impose aux États membres de fixer des valeurs paramétriques pour les substances jugées dangereuses et autorise la mise en place de contrôles réguliers au point de distribution. En cas de non-conformité, des mesures correctives doivent être prises rapidement. Une attention particulière est portée à l’information des consommateurs et à la possibilité pour les États membres de définir des paramètres supplémentaires ou des normes plus strictes pour protéger la santé publique locale, tout en respectant le principe de subsidiarité et la législation communautaire.
Objectif
La directive 98/83/CE a pour objectif principal de protéger la santé des personnes contre les effets néfastes de la contamination des eaux destinées à la consommation humaine. Elle vise à garantir la salubrité et la propreté de ces eaux, en adaptant au progrès scientifique et technique les règles relatives à leur qualité, et en assurant un cadre juridique souple et transparent pour le contrôle de la qualité des eaux destinées à la consommation humaine.
Obligations clés
Qualité des eaux : Les États membres doivent veiller à ce que les eaux destinées à la consommation humaine soient propres et salubres. Cela signifie qu’elles ne doivent contenir ni micro-organismes, ni parasites, ni substances susceptibles de présenter un danger pour la santé. Les eaux doivent répondre aux normes minimales spécifiées dans l’annexe I de la directive.
Fixation des normes : Les États membres doivent fixer des valeurs applicables aux paramètres indicatifs (annexe I). Ces valeurs ne peuvent être moins strictes que celles prévues par la directive. Ils peuvent également établir des normes supplémentaires si nécessaire pour la protection de la santé publique sur leur territoire.
Points de conformité : Le respect des normes doit être vérifié au point où l’eau est mise à la disposition du consommateur - robinets dans les bâtiments, points de distribution mobile, points d’embouteillage, ou points d’utilisation dans l’industrie alimentaire.
Contrôle et surveillance : Les États membres sont tenus de mettre en place des programmes de contrôle réguliers adaptés aux besoins locaux afin de vérifier la conformité de la qualité de l’eau aux exigences de la directive. Les méthodes d’analyse doivent assurer des résultats fiables et comparables.
Mesures en cas de non-conformité : Lorsqu’une défaillance est constatée, les États membres doivent rechercher les causes, informer les consommateurs et prendre rapidement les mesures correctives appropriées, en privilégiant l’élimination du problème à la source. La distribution d’eau présentant un danger doit être interdite ou limitée.
Dérogations : Sous certaines conditions strictes, des dérogations temporaires à la directive peuvent être accordées, à condition qu’elles ne présentent aucun danger pour la santé publique et qu’aucune solution raisonnable alternative ne soit disponible.
Information des consommateurs : Il est obligatoire d’informer adéquatement les consommateurs sur la qualité de l’eau, les mesures correctives prises, et les dérogations éventuelles.
Protection des ressources : Les États membres doivent également adopter des mesures pour protéger la pureté des eaux souterraines et de surface destinées à la consommation humaine, y compris au niveau des installations de traitement.
Produits et acteurs concernés
Eaux destinées à la consommation humaine : Elles comprennent toutes les eaux utilisées pour boire, cuisiner, préparer des aliments ou pour d’autres usages domestiques, qu'elles soient fournies par un réseau de distribution, par camions-citernes, en bouteilles ou contenants. Sont aussi concernées les eaux utilisées dans les entreprises alimentaires à moins que leur qualité n’ait pas d’impact sur la salubrité du produit final.
Exclusions : La directive ne s’applique pas aux eaux minérales naturelles reconnues ni aux eaux médicinales, qui font l'objet d'autres directives spécifiques.
Acteurs : Les autorités nationales, régionales et locales responsables de la gestion de l’eau, les entreprises de distribution, les exploitants d’installations de traitement, ainsi que les producteurs d’eau embouteillée et les entreprises agroalimentaires.
Calendrier de mise en œuvre
- La directive est entrée en vigueur le 3 novembre 1998.
- Les États membres disposaient, en général, d’un délai pour transposer ces mesures dans leur droit national conformément à l’annexe IV de la directive.
- Des délais supplémentaires peuvent être accordés dans des cas exceptionnels et pour des zones géographiquement délimitées afin de se conformer aux exigences de la directive.
- La directive prévoit également une procédure permettant à la Commission de réviser et adapter rapidement les exigences techniques et paramètres à la lumière de l’évolution scientifique et technique.
Cette directive établit ainsi un cadre européen strict mais souple visant à garantir un haut niveau de protection sanitaire pour toutes les eaux destinées à la consommation humaine au sein de l’Union européenne.
La directive 98/83/CE s'applique à la qualité des eaux destinées à la consommation humaine. Cela englobe toutes les eaux, en l'état ou après traitement, utilisées pour boire, cuisiner, préparer des aliments ou pour d’autres usages domestiques, quel que soit leur mode de distribution (réseau, camion-citerne, bouteilles, conteneurs). Sont également incluses les eaux utilisées dans les entreprises alimentaires pour la fabrication, transformation, conservation ou commercialisation de produits destinés à la consommation humaine, sauf si les autorités nationales jugent que la qualité de ces eaux n’affecte pas la salubrité des produits finis. Cette directive exclut expressément les eaux minérales naturelles et les eaux médicinales, qui sont régies par d’autres législations spécifiques. Elle concerne aussi la surveillance, les normes de qualité, ainsi que les mesures à prendre en cas de non-conformité, afin de protéger la santé publique contre les risques sanitaires liés à la contamination de ces eaux.
Direktiva 98/83/ES ureja kakovost vode, namenjene za prehrano ljudi, s ciljem varovanja zdravja ljudi pred škodljivimi vplivi onesnažene pitne vode. Ta direktiva določa minimalne standarde kakovosti in zahteve, ki jih mora voda izpolnjevati, vključno z ustreznim spremljanjem stanja in sprejetjem sanacijskih ukrepov v primeru neizpolnjevanja le-teh. Izključuje naravne mineralne vode in medicinske vode, ureja pa tudi uporabo vode v živilskih podjetjih. Države članice morajo zagotoviti, da voda ne vsebuje škodljivih mikroorganizmov, parazitov ali snovi, ki predstavljajo tveganje za zdravje, ter spoštovati določene parametre kakovosti, ki temeljijo na priporočilih Svetovne zdravstvene organizacije. Direktiva vključuje fleksibilne določbe za prilagoditve na podlagi znanstvenih spoznanj in omogoča odstopanja v določenih primerih, če ni mogoče drugače zagotavljati ustrezne kakovosti, pri čemer so vedno na prvem mestu ukrepi za varovanje zdravja ljudi. Prav tako predvideva obveznosti obveščanja potrošnikov o kakovosti vode in sprejetih ukrepih.
Namen
Direktiva Sveta 98/83/ES ureja kakovost vode, namenjene za prehrano ljudi, z namenom varovanja zdravja ljudi pred škodljivimi vplivi onesnaženja te vode. Cilj je zagotavljanje, da je voda zdravstveno ustrezna in čista, brez mikroorganizmov, parazitov ter snovi, ki lahko predstavljajo nevarnost za zdravje. Direktiva določa minimalne standarde kakovosti in zahteve za spremljanje, nadzor ter sanacijske ukrepe.
Ključne obveznosti
- Vzpostavitev minimalnih standardov kakovosti: Države članice morajo določiti vrednosti parametrov kakovosti vode v skladu s Prilogo I, ki zajema bistvene mikrobiološke, kemijske in fizikalne zahteve.
- Redno spremljanje kakovosti: Države morajo izvajati programe spremljanja stanja vode, da preverijo skladnost z zahtevami direktive (Priloga II določa minimale zahteve spremljanja; Priloga III zahteve za analitične metode).
- Sanacijski ukrepi: Ob nepravilnostih je potrebno takoj razkriti vzroke in izvesti ukrepe za obnovitev kakovosti vode. Če obstaja nevarnost za zdravje, se lahko prepove ali omeji oskrba z vodo.
- Možnost odstopanj: Države lahko dovolijo začasna in omejena odstopanja od standardov, če je za to tehten razlog in ni mogoče zagotoviti kakovosti na drug sprejemljiv način, vendar ne smejo ogroziti zdravja ljudi.
- Obveščanje potrošnikov: Potrošnike je treba ustrezno obveščati o kakovosti vode, morebitnih odstopanjih in sanacijskih ukrepih.
- Zaščita virov vode: Države morajo sprejeti ukrepe za ohranjanje čistoče površinskih in podzemnih voda ali pa izvajati ustrezne postopke čiščenja pred oskrbo.
Vplivani proizvodi in subjekti
- Voda za prehrano ljudi: Direktivna ureditev obsega vso vodo, namenjeno pitju, kuhanju, pripravi hrane ali za druge gospodinjske namene, ne glede na način distribucije (vodovod, cisterna, steklenice, posode).
- Voda v živilskem sektorju: Voda, uporabljena v podjetjih za proizvodnjo in predelavo hrane, razen če je ugotovljeno, da ne vpliva na zdravstveno ustreznost končnih živil.
- Dobavitelji vode: Javne in zasebne službe, ki zagotavljajo oskrbo z vodo, morajo spoštovati standarde in izvajati spremljanje.
- Pristojni nadzorni organi: Zadovoljni so s sprejemanjem programov spremljanja, nadzorom skladnosti, izvajanjem sanacij in informiranjem potrošnikov.
- Potrošniki: Upravičeni so do jasnih informacij o kakovosti vode in ukrepih, ki se izvajajo za njihovo varnost.
Ne spadajo pod direktivo naravne mineralne vode, ki so urejene s posebnimi predpisi, in medicinski proizvodi na osnovi vode.
Časovni okvir za izvedbo
Direktiva je bila sprejeta 3. novembra 1998. Države članice so bile zavezane, da nacionalno zakonodajo uskladijo z določbami direktive v določenih rokih, ki so bili v skladu z uredbo Evropske skupnosti o prenosu direktiv. V praksi so roki za ureditev in popolno skladnost s cilji direktive potekli v naslednjih letih po sprejetju direktive.
Za izjemne okoliščine je določen možen daljši časovni okvir za izpolnjevanje posameznih določb, če to zahteva zavarovanje zdravja ljudi na določenih območjih.
Direktiva 98/83/ES predstavlja ključen pravni okvir za zagotavljanje varne in zdravstveno ustrezne pitne vode v EU, s poudarkom na zaščiti zdravja potrošnikov in trajnostni rabi vodnih virov.
Direktiva 98/83/ES se nanaša na kakovost vode, namenjene za prehrano ljudi. Voda zajema vso pitno vodo, vodo za kuhanje, pripravo hrane ter druge gospodinjske namene, ne glede na izvor in način oskrbe (vodovodno omrežje, cisterne, steklenice ali posode). Uporablja se tudi na vodo, ki se uporablja v podjetjih za proizvodnjo hrane, čeprav izključuje naravne mineralne vode in vode, ki so medicinski proizvodi, za katere veljajo posebna pravila. Direktiva določa minimalne standarde za varovanje javnega zdravja, vključno z mikrobiološkimi in kemičnimi parametri, ter zahteve glede spremljanja in sanacije v primeru neizpolnjevanja teh standardov. Izjeme vključujejo vodo iz individualnih virov z manjšim pretokom in vodo, namenjeno izključno za neškodljive namene, če to odobrijo pristojni organi. Namen je zagotoviti, da je voda varna, zdrava in ustreza določeni kakovosti za pitje in prehrano.
General Information
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This document specifies:
a) the field of application for mechanical mixing valves for use in a supply system of Type 1 (see Figure 1);
b) the dimensional, leaktightness, pressure resistance, hydraulic performance, mechanical strength, endurance, corrosion resistance of the surface of the product, sequence of testing and acoustic characteristics with which sanitary tapware products including their components (flexible hose, pull out spray) need to comply where applicable;
c) test methods to verify the characteristics.
The tests described in this document are type tests (laboratory tests) and not quality control or factory production control (FPC) tests carried out during manufacture.
This document applies to draw-off taps (mechanical mixing valves) for use with sanitary appliances installed in rooms used for personal hygiene (cloakrooms, bathrooms, etc.) and for food preparation (kitchens), i.e. for use with baths, wash basins, bidets, showers and sinks.
The conditions of use and classifications are given in Table 1.
[Table 1]
Figure 1 shows a supply system of Type 1 with a pressure range of (0,05 to 1,0) MPa [(0,5 to 10) bar].
[Figure 1]
Final materials included in the product are not covered by this document.
- Standard53 pagesEnglish languagee-Library read for1 day
This document specifies:
a) the field of application for mechanical mixing valves for use in a supply system of Type 1 (see Figure 1);
b) the dimensional, leaktightness, pressure resistance, hydraulic performance, mechanical strength, endurance, corrosion resistance of the surface of the product, sequence of testing and acoustic characteristics with which sanitary tapware products including their components (flexible hose, pull out spray) need to comply where applicable;
c) test methods to verify the characteristics.
The tests described in this document are type tests (laboratory tests) and not quality control or factory production control (FPC) tests carried out during manufacture.
This document applies to draw-off taps (mechanical mixing valves) for use with sanitary appliances installed in rooms used for personal hygiene (cloakrooms, bathrooms, etc.) and for food preparation (kitchens), i.e. for use with baths, wash basins, bidets, showers and sinks.
The conditions of use and classifications are given in Table 1.
[Table 1]
Figure 1 shows a supply system of Type 1 with a pressure range of (0,05 to 1,0) MPa [(0,5 to 10) bar].
[Figure 1]
Final materials included in the product are not covered by this document.
- Standard53 pagesEnglish languagee-Library read for1 day
This document specifies:
a) the field of application for pillar taps, bib taps, single and multi-hole combination taps for use in:
1) a supply system of Type 1 (see Figure 1) with a pressure range of (0,05 to 1,0) MPa [(0,5 to 10) bar];
2) a supply system of Type 2 (see Figure 2) with a pressure range of (0,01 to 1,0) MPa [(0,1 to 10) bar];
b) the dimensional, leak tightness, pressure resistance, hydraulic performance, mechanical strength, endurance, corrosion resistance of the surface of the product, sequence of testing and acoustic characteristics with which sanitary tapware products including their components (flexible hose, pullout spray) need to comply where applicable;
c) test methods to verify the characteristics.
The tests described in this document are type tests (laboratory tests) and not quality control or factory production control (FPC) tests carried out during manufacture.
This document is applicable to draw-off taps (single taps and combination taps) for use with sanitary appliances installed in rooms used for personal hygiene (cloakrooms, bathrooms etc.) and for food preparation (kitchens), i.e. for use with baths, basins, bidets, showers and sinks.
This document applies to sanitary draw-off taps of nominal size 3/8”, 1/2", 3/4" and 1” (PN 10).
The conditions of use and classifications are given in Table 1.
Table 1 - Conditions of use
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Figure 1- Supply system of Type 1 with a pressure range of (0,05 to 1,0) MPa [(0,5 to 10) bar]
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Figure 2 - Supply system of Type 2 with a pressure range of (0,01 to 1,0) MPa [(0,1 to 10) bar]
NOTE Components which are part or can be delivered with sanitary tapware products are listed in Annex C.
Final materials included in the product are not covered by this document.
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This document specifies:
a) the field of application for pillar taps, bib taps, single and multi-hole combination taps for use in:
1) a supply system of Type 1 (see Figure 1) with a pressure range of (0,05 to 1,0) MPa [(0,5 to 10) bar];
2) a supply system of Type 2 (see Figure 2) with a pressure range of (0,01 to 1,0) MPa [(0,1 to 10) bar];
b) the dimensional, leak tightness, pressure resistance, hydraulic performance, mechanical strength, endurance, corrosion resistance of the surface of the product, sequence of testing and acoustic characteristics with which sanitary tapware products including their components (flexible hose, pullout spray) need to comply where applicable;
c) test methods to verify the characteristics.
The tests described in this document are type tests (laboratory tests) and not quality control or factory production control (FPC) tests carried out during manufacture.
This document is applicable to draw-off taps (single taps and combination taps) for use with sanitary appliances installed in rooms used for personal hygiene (cloakrooms, bathrooms etc.) and for food preparation (kitchens), i.e. for use with baths, basins, bidets, showers and sinks.
This document applies to sanitary draw-off taps of nominal size 3/8”, 1/2", 3/4" and 1” (PN 10).
The conditions of use and classifications are given in Table 1.
Table 1 - Conditions of use
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Figure 1- Supply system of Type 1 with a pressure range of (0,05 to 1,0) MPa [(0,5 to 10) bar]
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Figure 2 - Supply system of Type 2 with a pressure range of (0,01 to 1,0) MPa [(0,1 to 10) bar]
NOTE Components which are part or can be delivered with sanitary tapware products are listed in Annex C.
Final materials included in the product are not covered by this document.
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This document specifies the field of application, the dimensional, the physico-chemical, the design, the hydraulic, the mechanical, and the acoustic characteristics of controllable backflow preventers with reduced pressure zone, Family B, Type A.
This document covers controllable backflow preventers of Family B, Type A, with reduced pressure zones, intended to prevent pollution of potable water by backflow, caused by backsiphonage or by backpressure.
It is applicable to controllable backflow preventers in denominations DN 6 up to DN 250.
It covers controllable backflow preventers of PN 10 that are capable of working without modification or adjustment:
- at any pressure, up to 1 MPa (10 bar);
- with any pressure variation, up to 1 MPa (10 bar);
- in permanent duty at a limited temperature of 65 °C and for maximum 1 h at 90 °C.
It specifies also the test methods and requirements for verifying their characteristics, the marking and the presentation at delivery.
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This document specifies the field of application, the dimensional, the physico-chemical, the design, the hydraulic, the mechanical, and the acoustic characteristics of controllable backflow preventers with reduced pressure zone, Family B, Type A.
This document covers controllable backflow preventers of Family B, Type A, with reduced pressure zones, intended to prevent pollution of potable water by backflow, caused by backsiphonage or by backpressure.
It is applicable to controllable backflow preventers in denominations DN 6 up to DN 250.
It covers controllable backflow preventers of PN 10 that are capable of working without modification or adjustment:
- at any pressure, up to 1 MPa (10 bar);
- with any pressure variation, up to 1 MPa (10 bar);
- in permanent duty at a limited temperature of 65 °C and for maximum 1 h at 90 °C.
It specifies also the test methods and requirements for verifying their characteristics, the marking and the presentation at delivery.
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This document specifies dimensions, materials and performance requirements (including methods of test) for expansion valves, of nominal sizes from DN 15 to DN 32, having working pressures ) from 0,1 MPa (l bar) to 1,0 MPa (10 bar).
Expansion valves are intended for fitting to the cold potable water supply of storage water heaters, having a maximum distribution temperature of 95 °C, for all energy sources.
Expansion valves do not control the temperature and alone do not constitute the protection required for storage water heaters. Expansion valves limit pressure, in the water heaters to what they are fitted, that is produced by thermal expansion of the water.
NOTE The use of the device specified in this document does not override the need to use controls (e.g. thermostats and cut-outs) which act directly on the power sources of water heaters (for more information see Annex A).
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This document specifies dimensions, materials and performance requirements (including methods of test) for expansion valves, of nominal sizes from DN 15 to DN 32, having working pressures ) from 0,1 MPa (l bar) to 1,0 MPa (10 bar).
Expansion valves are intended for fitting to the cold potable water supply of storage water heaters, having a maximum distribution temperature of 95 °C, for all energy sources.
Expansion valves do not control the temperature and alone do not constitute the protection required for storage water heaters. Expansion valves limit pressure, in the water heaters to what they are fitted, that is produced by thermal expansion of the water.
NOTE The use of the device specified in this document does not override the need to use controls (e.g. thermostats and cut-outs) which act directly on the power sources of water heaters (for more information see Annex A).
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This document describes a method for the analysis, evaluation and management of risks that exist or may arise from the use of potable water installations within buildings and, for certain purposes, outside buildings but within the premises. Water Safety Plans for potable water supply systems are excluded from the scope of this document.
The document is addressed to all organisations and other stakeholders which are responsible for providing potable water within a safe potable water installation inside buildings according to EN 806, EN 1717 and national regulations.
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This document describes a method for the analysis, evaluation and management of risks that exist or may arise from the use of potable water installations within buildings and, for certain purposes, outside buildings but within the premises. Water Safety Plans for potable water supply systems are excluded from the scope of this document.
The document is addressed to all organisations and other stakeholders which are responsible for providing potable water within a safe potable water installation inside buildings according to EN 806, EN 1717 and national regulations.
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This document specifies product characteristics, assessment methods, compliance criteria of test results and a designation system for press fittings including their elastomeric seals, for connecting with metallic tubes. The fitting ends have a nominal diameter from 6 mm to 108 mm. The press fittings are designed for a service lifetime up to fifty years.
This document is applicable to press fittings for joining one or more of the following tubes:
- copper tubes to EN 1057; and
- stainless steel tubes to EN 10312;
with wall thicknesses and tempers as specified by the manufacturer.
The fittings are used up to the operating temperatures and maximum operating pressures as indicated in Annex A.
Press fittings are used with tubes with wall thicknesses greater than or equal to the wall thickness given in Annex B, to ensure that tubes can withstand the radial pressing forces involved.
This document applies to copper alloy fittings. A non-exhaustive list of these copper alloys is given in CEN/TS 13388.
Adaptor fittings for use with copper tubes may combine press ends with fitting ends defined in the other parts of EN 1254.
Press fittings for use with metallic tubes may also have flanged end connections according to EN 1092-3.
Press fittings for use with metallic tubes may also have a plated or other decorative surface coating.
Fittings can be produced by machining, metal forming, casting, or fabrication.
Products covered by this document are intended to be used in:
a) liquid applications:
- hot or cold or combined hot and cold water, including systems according to EN 806;
- closed heating systems according to EN 12828;
- cooling systems;
- drainage systems;
- fire protection systems including sprinkler systems according to EN 12845;
- supply systems for points of consumption with liquid fuels according to EN 12514.
b) gas applications:
- natural gas and liquefied petroleum gas systems with a maximum operating pressure less than or equal to 5 bar according to EN 1775;
- compressed air systems.
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This document specifies product characteristics, assessment methods, compliance criteria of the test results and a designation system for threaded fittings. These threaded ends exist with metallic and with non-metallic sealing elements for the purposes of joining with tubes, pipes, fittings or valves, the threaded ends have a size range from 3,175 mm (1/8") to 101,6 mm (4"). The threaded fittings are designed for a service lifetime up to fifty years.
The fittings are used up to the operating temperatures and corresponding maximum operating pressures as indicated in Annex A.
This document applies to copper alloy fittings. A non-exhaustive list of these copper alloys is given in CEN/TS 13388.
Threaded fittings may also have flanged end connections according to EN 1092-3.
Threaded fittings may also have a plated or other decorative surface coating.
Fittings can be produced by machining, metal forming, casting, or fabrication.
Products covered by this document are intended to be used in:
a) liquid applications:
- hot, cold or combined hot and cold water, includingsystems according to EN 806;
- closed heating systems according to EN 12828;
- cooling systems;
- drainage systems;
- fire protection systems including sprinkler systems according to EN 12845.
b) gas applications:
- natural gas and liquefied petroleum gas systems with a maximum operating pressure less than or equal to 5 bar according to EN 1775;
- compressed air systems.
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This document specifies product characteristics, assessment methods, compliance criteria of the test results and a designation system for fittings with ends for capillary soldering or capillary brazing for connecting with copper tubes e.g. EN 1057, EN 13348, EN 13349, EN 12735-1, EN 12735-2 etc. For the purposes of joining copper tubes, the fitting ends have a nominal diameter from 6 mm to 108 mm. These fitting ends exist in three forms: end feed fittings, integral solder and integral brazing ring fitting ends. The fittings are designed for a service lifetime up to fifty years.
The fittings are used up to the operating temperatures and corresponding maximum operating pressures as indicated in Annex A.
This document applies to copper alloy fittings. A non-exhaustive list of these copper alloys is given in CEN/TS 13388.
The capillary fittings for soldering or brazing to copper tubes are used with solder alloys in accordance with alloys specified in EN ISO 9453 and brazing alloys in accordance with alloys specified in EN ISO 17672.
Adaptor fittings for use with copper tubes may combine capillary soldering or capillary brazing ends with fitting ends defined in the other parts of EN 1254.
Capillary fittings for soldering or brazing may also have flanged end connections according to EN 1092-3.
Capillary fittings for soldering or brazing may also have a plated or other decorative surface coating.
Fittings can be produced by machining, metal forming, casting or fabrication.
Products covered by this document are intended to be used in:
a) liquid applications:
- hot, cold or combined hot and cold water, including systems according to EN 806;
- closed heating systems according to EN 12828;
- cooling systems;
- drainage systems;
- fire protection systems including sprinkler systems according to EN 12845;
- refrigeration systems;
- supply systems for points of consumption with liquid fuels according to EN 12514.
b) gas applications:
- natural gas and liquefied petroleum gas systems with a maximum operating pressure less than or equal to 5 bar according to EN 1775;
- gas line systems with an operating pressure exceeding 0,5 bar for industrial installations and exceeding 5 bar for industrial and non-industrial installations according to EN 15001-1;
- compressed air systems;
- medical gas systems according to EN ISO 7396;
- refrigeration systems.
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This document specifies product characteristics, assessment methods, compliance criteria of the test results and a designation system for capillary fittings with short ends for brazing to copper tubes e.g. EN 1057, EN 13348, EN 13349, EN 12735-1, EN 12735-2, etc. These fitting ends exist in two forms: end feed fittings and integral brazing ring fittings. For the purposes of joining copper tubes, the fitting ends have a nominal diameter from 14,7 mm to 159 mm. The fittings are designed for a service lifetime up to fifty years.
The fittings are used up to the operating temperatures and corresponding maximum operating pressures as indicated in Annex A.
This document applies to copper alloy fittings. A non-exhaustive list of these copper alloys is given in CEN/TS 13388.
The capillary fittings with short ends for brazing to copper tubes are used with brazing alloys in accordance with alloys specified in EN ISO 17672.
Not all copper alloys that can be used to manufacture fittings can be brazed and those that can be brazed may require different brazing techniques (guidance is provided in in EN 1254-20:2021, Annex A).
Fittings with short ends for capillary brazing may also have threaded end connections. These threaded ends exist with metallic and with non-metallic sealing elements. For the purposes of joining with tubes, pipes, fittings or valves, the threaded ends have a size range from 1/8" to 4".
Adaptor fittings for use with copper tubes may combine short ends for capillary brazing with fitting ends defined in the other parts of EN 1254.
Capillary fittings with short ends for brazing may also have flanged end connections according to EN 1092-3.
Fittings can be produced by machining, metal forming, casting, or fabrication.
Products covered by this document are intended to be used in:
a) liquid applications:
- hot, cold or combined hot and cold water, including systems according to EN 806;
- closed heating systems according to EN 12828;
- cooling systems;
- drainage systems;
- fire protection systems including sprinkler systems according to EN 12845;
- refrigeration systems;
- supply systems for points of consumption with liquid fuels according to EN 12514.
b) gas applications:
- natural gas and liquefied petroleum gas systems with a maximum operating pressure less than or equal to 5 bar according to EN 1775;- gas line systems with an operating pressure exceeding 0,5 bar for industrial installations and exceeding 5 bar for industrial and non-industrial installations according to EN 15001-1;
- compressed air systems;
- medical gas systems according to EN ISO 7396;
- refrigeration systems.
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This document specifies product characteristics, assessment methods, compliance criteria of the test results and a designation system for compression fittings for connecting with copper tubes. Compression fittings exist with sealing elements - metallic and/or non-metallic - called non manipulative (commonly referenced as type A) and without sealing elements, called manipulative (commonly referenced as type B). For the purposes of joining copper tubes, the fitting ends have a nominal diameter from 6 mm to 108 mm. The compression fittings are designed for a service lifetime up to fifty years.
The fittings are used up to the operating temperatures and corresponding maximum operating pressures as indicated in Annex A.
This document applies to copper alloy fittings. A non-exhaustive list of these copper alloys is given in CEN/TS 13388.
Compression fitting ends, Type A, are used with copper tubes to EN 1057 in all material hardness conditions.
Compression fittings, Type A, will possibly require an internal support when used with R220 (annealed) copper tube and the manufacturer’s advice should be sought.
Compression fitting ends, Type B, are used with R220 (annealed) or R250 (half-hard) copper tube to EN 1057.
Compression fittings, Type B, may be used with R290 (hard) copper tube and the manufacturer’s advice should be sought.
Adaptor fittings for use with copper tubes may combine compression ends with fitting ends defined in the other parts of EN 1254.
Compression fittings for use with copper tubes may also have flanged end connections according to EN 1092-3.
Compression fittings for use with copper tubes may also have a plated or other decorative surface coating.
Fittings can be produced by machining, metal forming, casting, or fabrication.
Products covered by this document are intended to be used in:
a) liquid applications:
- hot, cold or combined hot and cold water, including systems according to EN 806;
- closed heating systems according to EN 12828;
- cooling systems.
b) drainage systems:
- fire protection systems including sprinkler systems according to EN 12845;
- supply systems for points of consumption with liquid fuels according to EN 12514.
c) gas applications:
- natural gas and liquefied petroleum gas systems with a maximum operating pressure less than or equal to 5 bar according to EN 1775;
- compressed air systems.
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This document specifies, dimensions, materials and performance requirements (including methods of test) for expansion groups, of nominal sizes from DN 15 to DN 25, having working pressures from 0,1 MPa (1 bar) to 1,0 MPa (10 bar).
Expansion groups are fitted to the cold potable water supply only for expansion purposes, e.g. of storage water heaters, having a maximum distribution temperature of 95 °C.
Expansion groups limit pressure in the water heater to which they are fitted, that is produced by thermal expansion of the water, prevent the backflow of water into the supply pipe and prevent the discharged water to get into contact with the water in the water heater.
Expansion groups do not control temperature and alone do not constitute the protection required for storage water heaters.
NOTE The use of the device specified in this document does not override the need to use controls (e.g. thermostats and thermal cut-outs) which act directly on the power sources of water heaters (for more information see Annex A).
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This document specifies, dimensions, materials and performance requirements (including methods of test) for expansion groups, of nominal sizes from DN 15 to DN 25, having working pressures from 0,1 MPa (1 bar) to 1,0 MPa (10 bar).
Expansion groups are fitted to the cold potable water supply only for expansion purposes, e.g. of storage water heaters, having a maximum distribution temperature of 95 °C.
Expansion groups limit pressure in the water heater to which they are fitted, that is produced by thermal expansion of the water, prevent the backflow of water into the supply pipe and prevent the discharged water to get into contact with the water in the water heater.
Expansion groups do not control temperature and alone do not constitute the protection required for storage water heaters.
NOTE The use of the device specified in this document does not override the need to use controls (e.g. thermostats and thermal cut-outs) which act directly on the power sources of water heaters (for more information see Annex A).
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This document specifies product characteristics, assessment methods, compliance criteria of the test results and a designation system for threaded fittings. These threaded ends exist with metallic and with non-metallic sealing elements for the purposes of joining with tubes, pipes, fittings or valves, the threaded ends have a size range from 3,175 mm (1/8") to 101,6 mm (4"). The threaded fittings are designed for a service lifetime up to fifty years.
The fittings are used up to the operating temperatures and corresponding maximum operating pressures as indicated in Annex A.
This document applies to copper alloy fittings. A non-exhaustive list of these copper alloys is given in CEN/TS 13388.
Threaded fittings may also have flanged end connections according to EN 1092-3.
Threaded fittings may also have a plated or other decorative surface coating.
Fittings can be produced by machining, metal forming, casting, or fabrication.
Products covered by this document are intended to be used in:
a) liquid applications:
- hot, cold or combined hot and cold water, includingsystems according to EN 806;
- closed heating systems according to EN 12828;
- cooling systems;
- drainage systems;
- fire protection systems including sprinkler systems according to EN 12845.
b) gas applications:
- natural gas and liquefied petroleum gas systems with a maximum operating pressure less than or equal to 5 bar according to EN 1775;
- compressed air systems.
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This document specifies product characteristics, assessment methods, compliance criteria of the test results and a designation system for compression fittings for connecting with copper tubes. Compression fittings exist with sealing elements - metallic and/or non-metallic - called non manipulative (commonly referenced as type A) and without sealing elements, called manipulative (commonly referenced as type B). For the purposes of joining copper tubes, the fitting ends have a nominal diameter from 6 mm to 108 mm. The compression fittings are designed for a service lifetime up to fifty years.
The fittings are used up to the operating temperatures and corresponding maximum operating pressures as indicated in Annex A.
This document applies to copper alloy fittings. A non-exhaustive list of these copper alloys is given in CEN/TS 13388.
Compression fitting ends, Type A, are used with copper tubes to EN 1057 in all material hardness conditions.
Compression fittings, Type A, will possibly require an internal support when used with R220 (annealed) copper tube and the manufacturer’s advice should be sought.
Compression fitting ends, Type B, are used with R220 (annealed) or R250 (half-hard) copper tube to EN 1057.
Compression fittings, Type B, may be used with R290 (hard) copper tube and the manufacturer’s advice should be sought.
Adaptor fittings for use with copper tubes may combine compression ends with fitting ends defined in the other parts of EN 1254.
Compression fittings for use with copper tubes may also have flanged end connections according to EN 1092-3.
Compression fittings for use with copper tubes may also have a plated or other decorative surface coating.
Fittings can be produced by machining, metal forming, casting, or fabrication.
Products covered by this document are intended to be used in:
a) liquid applications:
- hot, cold or combined hot and cold water, including systems according to EN 806;
- closed heating systems according to EN 12828;
- cooling systems.
b) drainage systems:
- fire protection systems including sprinkler systems according to EN 12845;
- supply systems for points of consumption with liquid fuels according to EN 12514.
c) gas applications:
- natural gas and liquefied petroleum gas systems with a maximum operating pressure less than or equal to 5 bar according to EN 1775;
- compressed air systems.
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This document specifies product characteristics, assessment methods, compliance criteria of the test results and a designation system for capillary fittings with short ends for brazing to copper tubes e.g. EN 1057, EN 13348, EN 13349, EN 12735-1, EN 12735-2, etc. These fitting ends exist in two forms: end feed fittings and integral brazing ring fittings. For the purposes of joining copper tubes, the fitting ends have a nominal diameter from 14,7 mm to 159 mm. The fittings are designed for a service lifetime up to fifty years.
The fittings are used up to the operating temperatures and corresponding maximum operating pressures as indicated in Annex A.
This document applies to copper alloy fittings. A non-exhaustive list of these copper alloys is given in CEN/TS 13388.
The capillary fittings with short ends for brazing to copper tubes are used with brazing alloys in accordance with alloys specified in EN ISO 17672.
Not all copper alloys that can be used to manufacture fittings can be brazed and those that can be brazed may require different brazing techniques (guidance is provided in in EN 1254-20:2021, Annex A).
Fittings with short ends for capillary brazing may also have threaded end connections. These threaded ends exist with metallic and with non-metallic sealing elements. For the purposes of joining with tubes, pipes, fittings or valves, the threaded ends have a size range from 1/8" to 4".
Adaptor fittings for use with copper tubes may combine short ends for capillary brazing with fitting ends defined in the other parts of EN 1254.
Capillary fittings with short ends for brazing may also have flanged end connections according to EN 1092-3.
Fittings can be produced by machining, metal forming, casting, or fabrication.
Products covered by this document are intended to be used in:
a) liquid applications:
- hot, cold or combined hot and cold water, including systems according to EN 806;
- closed heating systems according to EN 12828;
- cooling systems;
- drainage systems;
- fire protection systems including sprinkler systems according to EN 12845;
- refrigeration systems;
- supply systems for points of consumption with liquid fuels according to EN 12514.
b) gas applications:
- natural gas and liquefied petroleum gas systems with a maximum operating pressure less than or equal to 5 bar according to EN 1775;- gas line systems with an operating pressure exceeding 0,5 bar for industrial installations and exceeding 5 bar for industrial and non-industrial installations according to EN 15001-1;
- compressed air systems;
- medical gas systems according to EN ISO 7396;
- refrigeration systems.
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This document specifies product characteristics, assessment methods, compliance criteria of the test results and a designation system for fittings with ends for capillary soldering or capillary brazing for connecting with copper tubes e.g. EN 1057, EN 13348, EN 13349, EN 12735-1, EN 12735-2 etc. For the purposes of joining copper tubes, the fitting ends have a nominal diameter from 6 mm to 108 mm. These fitting ends exist in three forms: end feed fittings, integral solder and integral brazing ring fitting ends. The fittings are designed for a service lifetime up to fifty years.
The fittings are used up to the operating temperatures and corresponding maximum operating pressures as indicated in Annex A.
This document applies to copper alloy fittings. A non-exhaustive list of these copper alloys is given in CEN/TS 13388.
The capillary fittings for soldering or brazing to copper tubes are used with solder alloys in accordance with alloys specified in EN ISO 9453 and brazing alloys in accordance with alloys specified in EN ISO 17672.
Adaptor fittings for use with copper tubes may combine capillary soldering or capillary brazing ends with fitting ends defined in the other parts of EN 1254.
Capillary fittings for soldering or brazing may also have flanged end connections according to EN 1092-3.
Capillary fittings for soldering or brazing may also have a plated or other decorative surface coating.
Fittings can be produced by machining, metal forming, casting or fabrication.
Products covered by this document are intended to be used in:
a) liquid applications:
- hot, cold or combined hot and cold water, including systems according to EN 806;
- closed heating systems according to EN 12828;
- cooling systems;
- drainage systems;
- fire protection systems including sprinkler systems according to EN 12845;
- refrigeration systems;
- supply systems for points of consumption with liquid fuels according to EN 12514.
b) gas applications:
- natural gas and liquefied petroleum gas systems with a maximum operating pressure less than or equal to 5 bar according to EN 1775;
- gas line systems with an operating pressure exceeding 0,5 bar for industrial installations and exceeding 5 bar for industrial and non-industrial installations according to EN 15001-1;
- compressed air systems;
- medical gas systems according to EN ISO 7396;
- refrigeration systems.
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This document specifies product characteristics, assessment methods, compliance criteria of test results and a designation system for press fittings including their elastomeric seals, for connecting with metallic tubes. The fitting ends have a nominal diameter from 6 mm to 108 mm. The press fittings are designed for a service lifetime up to fifty years.
This document is applicable to press fittings for joining one or more of the following tubes:
- copper tubes to EN 1057; and
- stainless steel tubes to EN 10312;
with wall thicknesses and tempers as specified by the manufacturer.
The fittings are used up to the operating temperatures and maximum operating pressures as indicated in Annex A.
Press fittings are used with tubes with wall thicknesses greater than or equal to the wall thickness given in Annex B, to ensure that tubes can withstand the radial pressing forces involved.
This document applies to copper alloy fittings. A non-exhaustive list of these copper alloys is given in CEN/TS 13388.
Adaptor fittings for use with copper tubes may combine press ends with fitting ends defined in the other parts of EN 1254.
Press fittings for use with metallic tubes may also have flanged end connections according to EN 1092-3.
Press fittings for use with metallic tubes may also have a plated or other decorative surface coating.
Fittings can be produced by machining, metal forming, casting, or fabrication.
Products covered by this document are intended to be used in:
a) liquid applications:
- hot or cold or combined hot and cold water, including systems according to EN 806;
- closed heating systems according to EN 12828;
- cooling systems;
- drainage systems;
- fire protection systems including sprinkler systems according to EN 12845;
- supply systems for points of consumption with liquid fuels according to EN 12514.
b) gas applications:
- natural gas and liquefied petroleum gas systems with a maximum operating pressure less than or equal to 5 bar according to EN 1775;
- compressed air systems.
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ISO 7393-2:2017 specifies a method for the determination of free chlorine and total chlorine in water, readily applicable to lab- and field-testing. It is based on measurement of the absorption, the red DPD colour complex in a photometer or the colour intensity by visual comparison of the colour with a scale of standards that is regularly calibrated.
This method is appropriate for drinking water and other waters, where additional halogens like bromine, iodine and other oxidizing agents are present in almost negligible amounts. Seawater and waters containing bromides and iodides comprise a group for which special procedures are to be carried out.
This method is in practice applicable to concentrations, in terms of chlorine (Cl2), from, for example, 0,000 4 mmol/l to 0,07 mmol/l (e.g. 0,03 mg/l to 5 mg/l) total chlorine. For higher concentrations, the test portion is diluted.
Commonly, the method is applied as a field method with mobile photometers and commercially available ready-for-use reagents (liquid reagents, powders and tablets). It is essential that those reagents comply with minimum requirements and contain the essential reagents and a buffer system suitable to adjust the measurement solution to a pH range of typically 6,2 to 6,5. If there is doubt that water samples have uncommon pH values and/or buffer capacities, the user has to check and, if necessary, to adjust the sample pH to the required range. The pH of the sample is within the range of pH 4 and 8. Adjust, if necessary, with sodium hydroxide solution or sulfuric acid before the test.
A procedure for the differentiation of combined chlorine of the monochloramine type, combined chlorine of the dichloramine type and combined chlorine in the form of nitrogen trichloride is presented in Annex A. In Annex C, a procedure is presented for the determination of free and total chlorine in drinking and other low polluted waters, for disposable planar reagent-filled cuvettes using a mesofluidic channel pump/colorimeter.
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ISO 7393-2:2017 specifies a method for the determination of free chlorine and total chlorine in water, readily applicable to lab- and field-testing. It is based on measurement of the absorption, the red DPD colour complex in a photometer or the colour intensity by visual comparison of the colour with a scale of standards that is regularly calibrated.
This method is appropriate for drinking water and other waters, where additional halogens like bromine, iodine and other oxidizing agents are present in almost negligible amounts. Seawater and waters containing bromides and iodides comprise a group for which special procedures are to be carried out.
This method is in practice applicable to concentrations, in terms of chlorine (Cl2), from, for example, 0,000 4 mmol/l to 0,07 mmol/l (e.g. 0,03 mg/l to 5 mg/l) total chlorine. For higher concentrations, the test portion is diluted.
Commonly, the method is applied as a field method with mobile photometers and commercially available ready-for-use reagents (liquid reagents, powders and tablets). It is essential that those reagents comply with minimum requirements and contain the essential reagents and a buffer system suitable to adjust the measurement solution to a pH range of typically 6,2 to 6,5. If there is doubt that water samples have uncommon pH values and/or buffer capacities, the user has to check and, if necessary, to adjust the sample pH to the required range. The pH of the sample is within the range of pH 4 and 8. Adjust, if necessary, with sodium hydroxide solution or sulfuric acid before the test.
A procedure for the differentiation of combined chlorine of the monochloramine type, combined chlorine of the dichloramine type and combined chlorine in the form of nitrogen trichloride is presented in Annex A. In Annex C, a procedure is presented for the determination of free and total chlorine in drinking and other low polluted waters, for disposable planar reagent-filled cuvettes using a mesofluidic channel pump/colorimeter.
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ISO 13843:2017 deals with characterization of microbiological methods. In terms of ISO 13843:2017, characterization means the study of parameters that can be measured to describe how the method is likely to perform in a given set of conditions, which can be described as performance characteristics. ISO 13843:2017 describes procedures for the determination of performance characteristics which can be used for subsequent validation or verification of methods.
The emphasis is on selective quantitative methods and ISO 13843:2017 applies to all types of water. For methods that are not based upon direct microscopic count, colony count or most probable number, the applicability of the procedures described in ISO 13843:2017 should be considered carefully.
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ISO 13843:2017 deals with characterization of microbiological methods. In terms of ISO 13843:2017, characterization means the study of parameters that can be measured to describe how the method is likely to perform in a given set of conditions, which can be described as performance characteristics. ISO 13843:2017 describes procedures for the determination of performance characteristics which can be used for subsequent validation or verification of methods.
The emphasis is on selective quantitative methods and ISO 13843:2017 applies to all types of water. For methods that are not based upon direct microscopic count, colony count or most probable number, the applicability of the procedures described in ISO 13843:2017 should be considered carefully.
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This European Standard specifies a procedure for obtaining a migration water to determine odour and flavour for products made from organic materials intended to come in contact with water for human consumption (drinking water) and used in piping systems. Such products include pipes, fittings, ancillaries and coatings.
This standard is applicable to products to be used under various conditions for the transport, storage and distribution of water intended for human consumption and raw water used for the manufacture of water intended for human consumption.
This standard specifies a test method comprising of a set of procedures. The use may be dependent on the relevant national regulations and/or the system or product standards.
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This European Standard specifies a procedure for obtaining a migration water to determine odour and flavour for products made from organic materials intended to come in contact with water for human consumption (drinking water) and used in piping systems. Such products include pipes, fittings, ancillaries and coatings.
This standard is applicable to products to be used under various conditions for the transport, storage and distribution of water intended for human consumption and raw water used for the manufacture of water intended for human consumption.
This standard specifies a test method comprising of a set of procedures. The use may be dependent on the relevant national regulations and/or the system or product standards.
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This European Standard describes a method for detecting and identifying organic chemicals that are amenable to GC-MS analysis using the procedures described and which can migrate from a product into water intended for human consumption. This European Standard does not provide all the necessary tools to completely identify all the substances that are detected. A method of semi-quantitatively estimating the concentrations of the organic substances detected is also provided, however, concentrations should only be seen as indicative.
NOTE The method to be used for the preparation of migration waters is specified by separate EN's, as noted below.
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This European Standard specifies a method for determining the chlorine demand of organic materials intended for use in contact with drinking water.
This European Standard is applicable to factory made and site applied products used for the distribution, transport and storage of drinking water.
This European Standard does not cover the use of high levels of chlorine to disinfect products when they are put into service.
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This European Standard describes a method for detecting and identifying organic chemicals that are amenable to GC-MS analysis using the procedures described and which can migrate from a product into water intended for human consumption. This European Standard does not provide all the necessary tools to completely identify all the substances that are detected. A method of semi-quantitatively estimating the concentrations of the organic substances detected is also provided, however, concentrations should only be seen as indicative.
NOTE The method to be used for the preparation of migration waters is specified by separate EN's, as noted below.
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This European Standard specifies a procedure to determine the migration of substances from factory-made or factory-applied products for use in contact with water intended for human consumption. Materials used to make such products include plastics, rubber and glassy (porcelain/vitreous enamel) materials.
This European Standard is applicable to products intended to be used under various conditions for the transport and storage of water intended for human consumption, including raw water used for the production of water intended for human consumption. It covers the extraction by water of substances from the finished products.
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This European Standard specifies a method for determining the chlorine demand of organic materials intended for use in contact with drinking water.
This European Standard is applicable to factory made and site applied products used for the distribution, transport and storage of drinking water.
This European Standard does not cover the use of high levels of chlorine to disinfect products when they are put into service.
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This European Standard specifies a procedure to determine the migration of substances from factory-made or factory-applied products for use in contact with water intended for human consumption. Materials used to make such products include plastics, rubber and glassy (porcelain/vitreous enamel) materials.
This European Standard is applicable to products intended to be used under various conditions for the transport and storage of water intended for human consumption, including raw water used for the production of water intended for human consumption. It covers the extraction by water of substances from the finished products.
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ISO 17994:2014 specifies an evaluation procedure for comparing two methods with established performance characteristics according to ISO/TR 13843 and intended for the quantification of the same target group or species of microorganisms.
It provides the mathematical basis for the evaluation of the average relative performance of two quantitative methods against chosen criteria for the comparison. It does not provide data for assessment of the precision of the methods being compared. It is appropriate that the precision of methods is assessed as part of their performance characterization.
ISO 17994:2014 does not provide methods for the verification of method performance characterization in a single laboratory.
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ISO 17994:2014 specifies an evaluation procedure for comparing two methods with established performance characteristics according to ISO/TR 13843 and intended for the quantification of the same target group or species of microorganisms.
It provides the mathematical basis for the evaluation of the average relative performance of two quantitative methods against chosen criteria for the comparison. It does not provide data for assessment of the precision of the methods being compared. It is appropriate that the precision of methods is assessed as part of their performance characterization.
ISO 17994:2014 does not provide methods for the verification of method performance characterization in a single laboratory.
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This European Standard specifies a procedure to determine the release of metals from metallic materials used in construction products intended to come into contact with drinking water ).
The test can be used for three purposes:
a) assess a material as a reference material for a category of materials using the results of several investigations in different waters covering a broad range of water compositions;
b) assess a material for approval by way of comparative testing;
c) obtain data on the interaction of local water with a material.
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This European Standard specifies a procedure to determine the release of metals from metallic materials used in construction products intended to come into contact with drinking water ).
The test can be used for three purposes:
a) assess a material as a reference material for a category of materials using the results of several investigations in different waters covering a broad range of water compositions;
b) assess a material for approval by way of comparative testing;
c) obtain data on the interaction of local water with a material.
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This European Standard specifies requirements and gives recommendations for the installation of potable water installations within buildings and for pipework outside buildings but within the premises in accordance with EN 806-1. This European Standard is applicable to new installations, alterations and repairs.
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This European Standard specifies requirements and gives recommendations for the installation of potable water installations within buildings and for pipework outside buildings but within the premises in accordance with EN 806-1. This European Standard is applicable to new installations, alterations and repairs.
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This European Standard specifies requirements relating to the construction and mode of operation and relevant methods for testing automatic, salt-regenerated, anion exchange nitrate removal devices for drinking water installations inside buildings, which are permanently connected to the mains supply.
NOTE Products intended for use in water supply systems are to comply, when existing, with national regulations and testing arrangements that ensure fitness for contact with drinking water. The Member State’s relevant regulators and the EC Commission agreed on the principle for a future unique European Acceptance Scheme (EAS) which would provide a common testing and approval arrangement at European level.
If and when the EAS is adopted, European Standards on products will be amended by the addition of an Annex Z/EAS under Mandate M/136, which will contain formal references to the testing, certification and product marking requirements of the EAS. Until the EAS comes into force, the current national regulations remain applicable.
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This document specifies requirements relating to the construction, performance and methods of testing for mechanical filters for the removal of suspended matter in drinking water installations inside buildings. It applies to filters with a filtration rating from 1 µm up to less than 80 µm and which are intended for use in systems with a minimum pressure rating of PN 6, connections between DN 15 and DN 100 and service temperature of less than 30 °C.
This document is applicable to back-washable filters, integral filters and those designed for replaceable cartridges. It only concerns units that are permanently connected to the mains supply at point of entry or point of use.
Part 1 of this standard (EN 13443-1) is a separate document and deals with filters with a particle rating between
80 µm and 150 µm.
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This European Standard specifies requirements relating to the construction and mode of operation and relevant methods of testing of automatic, salt-regenerated, cation exchange softeners for drinking water installations inside buildings which are permanently connected to the mains supply.
Until EAS comes into force, the current national regulations remain applicable.
NOTE Products intended for use in water supply systems should comply, when existing, with national regulations and testing arrangements that ensure fitness for contact with drinking water. The Member States relevant regulators and the EC Commission agreed on the principle of a future unique European Acceptance Scheme (EAS) which would provide a common testing and approval arrangement at European level.
If and when the EAS is adopted, European Standards on products will be amended by the addition of an Annex Z/EAS under Mandate M/136 which will contain formal references to the testing, certification and product marking requirements of the EAS.
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This European Standard specifies requirements relating to the construction, performance and methods of testing for active media filters for drinking water installations inside buildings, with a maximum working pressure of at least 1 000 kPa and a maximum working temperature of less than 30 °C. It only concerns units, which are permanently connected to the mains supply at the point of entry or point of use.
This standard applies only to filter systems comprising a housing and filter media tested together.
It includes capsule type units where both the element and its outer housing are disposable.
NOTE Products intended for use in water supply systems are to comply, when existing, with national regulations and testing arrangements that ensure fitness for contact with drinking water. The Member States relevant regulators and the EC Commission agreed on the principle of a future unique European Acceptance Scheme (EAS) which would provide a common testing and approval arrangement at European level.
If and when the EAS is adopted, European Standards on products will be amended by the addition of an Annex Z/EAS under Mandate M/136 which will contain formal references to the testing, certification and product marking requirements of the EAS. Until the EAS comes into force, the current national regulations remain applicable.
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This European Standard specifies definitions, principles of construction (but not dimensions) and design, requirements on performance and operation as well as methods for testing the performance of chemical pre-set dosing systems for conditioning water intended for human consumption inside buildings (see [7]) which are permanently connected to the mains supply
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This document specifies definitions, principles of construction, requirements and methods for testing the performance of UV devices for drinking water installations inside buildings which are permanently connected to the mains supply at the point of entry into a building or within the water distribution system inside the building.
UV devices in the sense of this standard are UV bactericidal treatment devices or UV disinfection devices.
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This European Standard specifies requirements relating to the construction and mode of operation and relevant methods for testing automatic, salt-regenerated, anion exchange nitrate removal devices for drinking water installations inside buildings, which are permanently connected to the mains supply.
NOTE Products intended for use in water supply systems are to comply, when existing, with national regulations and testing arrangements that ensure fitness for contact with drinking water. The Member State’s relevant regulators and the EC Commission agreed on the principle for a future unique European Acceptance Scheme (EAS) which would provide a common testing and approval arrangement at European level.
If and when the EAS is adopted, European Standards on products will be amended by the addition of an Annex Z/EAS under Mandate M/136, which will contain formal references to the testing, certification and product marking requirements of the EAS. Until the EAS comes into force, the current national regulations remain applicable.
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Part 1 of this European standard applies to mechanical filters for drinking water installations inside buildings, of nominal size from DN 15 to DN 100, minimum nominal pressure PN10, particle rating of 80 to 150 µm, and minimum design temperature of 30°C. It specifies requirements relating to the construction and mode of operation of filters and describes relevant methods of testing. It only concerns units which are permanently connected to the mains supply at the point of entry into the building.
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Frequently Asked Questions
An EU Directive is a legislative act of the European Union that sets out goals that all EU member states must achieve. However, it is up to each member state to devise their own laws on how to reach these goals through national transposition. Directives are used to harmonize laws across the EU, particularly for the functioning of the single market.
Directive 98/83/EC covers "Quality of water intended for human consumption". There are 88 standards associated with this directive.
Harmonized standards under 98/83/EC are European standards (ENs) developed by CEN, CENELEC, or ETSI in response to a mandate from the European Commission. When these standards are cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with them benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of 98/83/EC, facilitating CE marking and free movement within the European Economic Area.