EN 12764:2015+A1:2018
(Main + Amendment)Sanitary appliances - Specification for whirlpool baths
General Information
- Abstract
This European Standard specifies "characteristics" for whirlpool baths, having a rated voltage of not more than 250 V for single phase appliances and 480 V for other appliances, which are intended to be installed in indoor domestic situations and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions for personal hygiene. Such whirlpool baths are tested and supplied as a complete independent unit designed to be drained down after every use. They may be transported in several separate parts, for assembly on site, to facilitate delivery.
Safety aspects of Whirlpool baths (except use by young children and slow moving/weak elderly or disabled individuals) are covered by EN 60335 2 60.
Exclusions: this standard does not cover additional requirements for whirlpool baths intended for uses where specific medical provisions are required, or whirlpool baths for communal uses where they are not drained down after every use. Portable whirlpool devices are not covered by this standard.
For the purposes of this standard the term ‘domestic situations’ includes use in hotels, accommodation for students, hospitals and similar buildings.
Warning: Slow moving elderly or disabled persons should take care when using whirlpool baths. Young children should not be allowed to use whirlpool baths without supervision.
NOTE 1 It is unrealistic to expect manufacturers to provide a definition of what constitutes a ‘slow moving elderly or disabled person’, or ‘young children’. The former is the responsibility of the individual or a carer. The latter is a parental responsibility.
NOTE 2 When EN 60335-2-60 is amended to cover use of whirlpool baths by slow moving elderly or disabled persons and young children the warning given above will be deleted from this standard.
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 30-Oct-2018
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 163 - Sanitary appliances
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 163/WG 4 - Baths (W/Pools) - Shower trays (Performance testing)
- Current Stage
- 9020 - Submission to 2 Year Review Enquiry - Review Enquiry
- Start Date
- 15-Jul-2026
- Completion Date
- 15-Jul-2026
Overview
EN 12764:2015+A1:2018 is the CEN European standard specifying characteristics and verification requirements for whirlpool baths used in indoor domestic situations (including hotels, student accommodation and similar buildings). It applies to whirlpool baths supplied and tested as a complete independent unit, designed to be drained down after each use. The standard covers equipment with rated voltages up to 250 V single-phase and 480 V for other appliances, and includes an amendment approved in 2018.
Key exclusions: whirlpool baths for specific medical uses, communal installations not drained after every use, and portable whirlpool devices are not covered.
Key Topics
- Design and construction
- Integrated bath units, accessibility for maintenance, and installation instructions for site assembly.
- Pump/blower support requirements (pump weight must not be supported by piping).
- Safety and electrical compliance
- Safety aspects rely on EN 60335-2-60 (household appliance safety for whirlpool baths); compliance is one route to satisfy Low Voltage Directive requirements.
- Warning: supervision recommended for young children; caution for slow-moving/weak elderly or disabled users (until EN 60335-2-60 is updated).
- Hygiene and cleanability
- Requirements for water retention, cleanability, and durability of cleanability (cross-references to EN 14516).
- Water protection and backflow
- Direct connections require backflow prevention devices in accordance with EN 1717.
- Performance and testing
- Specified tests include temperature resistance, maximum pressure, leakage, hair entrapment, and commissioning checks (Annex A).
- Marking, labelling and AVCP
- Product marking, user/installer instructions, and factory production control and type testing requirements are included.
Applications and Who Uses This Standard
- Manufacturers of whirlpool baths: product design, compliance and CE marking preparation.
- Test laboratories and conformity assessors: performing temperature, pressure, leakage and hygiene tests.
- Installers and specifiers (plumbers, building services engineers, architects): guidance on installation, backflow prevention and maintenance access.
- Procurement and regulatory bodies: verifying product performance for building projects in domestic and hospitality sectors.
- Product safety and quality teams: integrating EN 12764 requirements into quality control and documentation.
Related Standards
- EN 60335-2-60 - Safety of household whirlpool baths (particular requirements)
- EN 14516 - Baths for domestic purposes (cleanability & durability)
- EN 1717 - Protection against pollution / backflow prevention
- EN 232 - Bath connecting dimensions
Keywords: EN 12764:2015+A1:2018, whirlpool baths, sanitary appliances, CEN, hygiene, safety, backflow prevention, cleanability, pressure test, leakage test.
Relations
- Effective Date
- 19-Jan-2023
- Effective Date
- 18-Jan-2023
- Effective Date
- 01-Apr-2026
- Effective Date
- 09-Feb-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
EN 12764:2015+A1:2018 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Sanitary appliances - Specification for whirlpool baths". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies "characteristics" for whirlpool baths, having a rated voltage of not more than 250 V for single phase appliances and 480 V for other appliances, which are intended to be installed in indoor domestic situations and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions for personal hygiene. Such whirlpool baths are tested and supplied as a complete independent unit designed to be drained down after every use. They may be transported in several separate parts, for assembly on site, to facilitate delivery. Safety aspects of Whirlpool baths (except use by young children and slow moving/weak elderly or disabled individuals) are covered by EN 60335 2 60. Exclusions: this standard does not cover additional requirements for whirlpool baths intended for uses where specific medical provisions are required, or whirlpool baths for communal uses where they are not drained down after every use. Portable whirlpool devices are not covered by this standard. For the purposes of this standard the term ‘domestic situations’ includes use in hotels, accommodation for students, hospitals and similar buildings. Warning: Slow moving elderly or disabled persons should take care when using whirlpool baths. Young children should not be allowed to use whirlpool baths without supervision. NOTE 1 It is unrealistic to expect manufacturers to provide a definition of what constitutes a ‘slow moving elderly or disabled person’, or ‘young children’. The former is the responsibility of the individual or a carer. The latter is a parental responsibility. NOTE 2 When EN 60335-2-60 is amended to cover use of whirlpool baths by slow moving elderly or disabled persons and young children the warning given above will be deleted from this standard.
This European Standard specifies "characteristics" for whirlpool baths, having a rated voltage of not more than 250 V for single phase appliances and 480 V for other appliances, which are intended to be installed in indoor domestic situations and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions for personal hygiene. Such whirlpool baths are tested and supplied as a complete independent unit designed to be drained down after every use. They may be transported in several separate parts, for assembly on site, to facilitate delivery. Safety aspects of Whirlpool baths (except use by young children and slow moving/weak elderly or disabled individuals) are covered by EN 60335 2 60. Exclusions: this standard does not cover additional requirements for whirlpool baths intended for uses where specific medical provisions are required, or whirlpool baths for communal uses where they are not drained down after every use. Portable whirlpool devices are not covered by this standard. For the purposes of this standard the term ‘domestic situations’ includes use in hotels, accommodation for students, hospitals and similar buildings. Warning: Slow moving elderly or disabled persons should take care when using whirlpool baths. Young children should not be allowed to use whirlpool baths without supervision. NOTE 1 It is unrealistic to expect manufacturers to provide a definition of what constitutes a ‘slow moving elderly or disabled person’, or ‘young children’. The former is the responsibility of the individual or a carer. The latter is a parental responsibility. NOTE 2 When EN 60335-2-60 is amended to cover use of whirlpool baths by slow moving elderly or disabled persons and young children the warning given above will be deleted from this standard.
EN 12764:2015+A1:2018 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 91.140.70 - Sanitary installations. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 12764:2015+A1:2018 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 12764:2015, EN 12764:2015/prA1:2017, EN 1717:2025+A1:2026, EN IEC 60335-2-60:2023, EN 232:2012, EN 1717:2025, EN 14516:2015+A1:2018, EN 15200:2007, CEN/TR 17221:2018. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN 12764:2015+A1:2018 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 305/2011; Standardization Mandates: M/110. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
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