SIST EN 17125:2019
(Main)Domestic spas/whirlpool spas/hot tubs - Safety requirements and test methods
Domestic spas/whirlpool spas/hot tubs - Safety requirements and test methods
This standard specifies safety requirements and test methods for domestic spas/hot tubs for indoor and
outdoor use. This includes any associated equipment.
This standard is not applicable to
— any type of swimming pool (domestic or public);
— mini-pools according to EN 16927;
— public spas (public use according to EN 15288);
— paddling pools according to EN 71-8;
— spas specialized for physical/medical therapy;
— spas specialized for beauty therapy;
— flotation tanks and flotation pools;
— bath tubs (including whirlpool baths);
— natural spas;
— birthing pools.
Warmsprudelbecken und Whirlpools für private Nutzung - Sicherheitstechnische Anforderungen und Prüfverfahren
In dieser Norm sind die Sicherheitsanforderungen und Prüfverfahren für Warmsprudelbecken/Whirlpools für private Nutzung zur Innenraum und/oder Freiluftnutzung, einschließlich folgender Typen, festgelegt:
bewegbare, einschließlich aufblasbarer Warmsprudelbecken;
Warmsprudelbecken zur körperlichen Betätigung (fabrikfertig oder vor Ort konstruiert und errichtet);
skandinavische Hot Tubs;
vor Ort konstruierte und errichtete Warmsprudelbecken;
beliebige zugehörige Ausrüstungen.
Diese Norm gilt nicht für:
alle Arten von Schwimmbädern (privat oder öffentlich);
Mini Pols nach EN 16927;
Öffentliche Warmsprudelbecken (öffentliche Nutzung nach EN 15288);
Planschbecken nach EN 71 8;
Warmsprudelbecken für Spezialanwendungen in Physiotherapie, Krankengymnastik/medizinischen Therapien;
Warmsprudelbecken für Spezialanwendungen der Schönheitspflege;
Floating Tanks und Floating Becken;
Badewannen (einschließlich Sprudelbadgeräte);
Natur Warmsprudelbecken;
Gebärbecken.
Spas domestiques et les spas - Les exigences de sécurité et méthodes d'essai
La présente norme spécifie les exigences de sécurité et les méthodes d’essai relatives aux spas et bains à remous à usage domestique destinés à une utilisation en intérieur et en extérieur. Elle couvre les éléments suivants :
les spas portables, y compris les spas gonflables ;
les spas d’exercice (construits en usine ou sur le terrain) ;
les bains à remous scandinaves ;
les spas conçus sur site ;
tout équipement connexe.
La présente norme ne s’applique pas :
aux piscines, quel que soit leur nature (à usage domestique ou publique) ;
aux piscinettes selon l’EN 16927 ;
aux spas publics (à usage public selon l’EN 15288) ;
aux pataugettes selon l’EN 71 8 ;
aux spas spécialisés dans les traitements physiques/médicaux ;
aux spas spécialisés dans l’amélioration de la beauté ;
aux cuves et aux bassins de flottaison ;
aux baignoires (y compris aux baignoires avec bains bouillonnants) ;
aux spas naturels ;
aux piscines d’accouchement.
Hišne toplice/masažni bazen/biserne kopeli - Varnostne zahteve in preskusne metode
Ta standard določa varnostne zahteve in preskusne metode za hišne toplice/biserne kopeli za notranjo uporabo in uporabo na prostem. Vključuje tudi pripadajočo opremo. Ta standard se ne uporablja za – nobeno vrsto plavalnih bazenov (hišnih ali javnih); – mini-bazene v skladu s standardom EN 16927; – javne toplice (javna uporaba v skladu s standardom EN 15288); – bazene za otroke v skladu s standardom EN 71-8; – toplice, specializirane za fizično/zdravstveno terapijo; – toplice, specializirane za lepotno terapijo; – kadi in bazene za lebdenje v vodi; – kopalne kadi (vključno z masažnimi kopelmi); – naravne toplice; – bazene za rojevanje.
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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Hišne toplice/masažni bazen/biserne kopeli - Varnostne zahteve in preskusne metodeWarmsprudelbecken und Whirlpools für private Nutzung - Sicherheitstechnische Anforderungen und PrüfverfahrenSpas domestiques et les spas - Les exigences de sécurité et méthodes d'essaiDomestic spas/whirlpool spas/hot tubs - Safety requirements and test methods91.140.70Sanitarne napraveSanitary installationsICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 17125:2018SIST EN 17125:2019en,fr,de01-marec-2019SIST EN 17125:2019SLOVENSKI
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EN 17125:2018 (E) 2 Contents Page European foreword . 5 Introduction . 6 1 Scope . 7 2 Normative references . 7 3 Terms and definitions . 8 4 Requirements and test methods . 12 4.1 Water leakage . 12 4.2 Minimum performance requirements for structural materials . 13 4.2.1 General . 13 4.2.2 Specific requirements and testing for corrosion resistance . 14 4.2.3 Osmosis resistance of composites and polymers . 15 4.2.4 Wood . 15 4.3 Shell Structures . 15 4.4 Structure capacity . 18 4.5 Accessibility . 18 4.5.1 General . 18 4.5.2 Safety Securing Mechanisms . 18 4.5.3 Securable Safety Covers . 19 4.5.4 Steps and ladders . 19 4.5.5 Criteria for requiring a safety protection device . 19 4.6 Means of access . 20 4.6.1 General . 20 4.6.2 Slip resistance . 20 4.6.3 Ladders . 21 4.6.4 Stairs . 21 4.6.5 Load-bearing test . 23 4.7 Permissible openings . 23 4.8 Crushing and entrapment hazards . 23 4.9 Filtration and circulation . 24 4.9.1 General . 24 4.9.2 Spas that do not rely on circulation and filtration . 25 4.10 Pipe work . 25 4.11 Suction system . 26 4.12 Water treatment and chemical standards . 26 4.12.1 General . 26 4.12.2 Disinfection . 27 4.12.3 pH adjustment . 29 4.12.4 Water balance . 29 4.12.5 Dilution . 29 4.13 Heating . 29 4.13.1 General . 29 4.13.2 Permanently installed spas . 30 4.13.3 Scandinavian hot tubs . 31 4.14 Energy efficiency . 31 4.14.1 General . 31 SIST EN 17125:2019
EN 17125:2018 (E) 3 4.14.2 Advice to include in the user's manual . 31 4.14.3 Design considerations for manufacturers/constructors . 31 4.14.4 Energy consumption . 32 4.15 Covers and cabinets . 33 4.15.1 General . 33 4.15.2 Cover lifters . 33 4.16 Accessories and features . 33 4.16.1 Accessories . 33 4.16.2 Use of non-water treatment chemicals . 33 4.16.3 Electrical accessories . 33 4.17 Electrical requirements . 34 5 Point of purchase information . 34 5.1 Spa . 34 5.2 Accessories for means of access . 35 6 Installation, operation and maintenance manual . 36 6.1 User's manual . 36 6.2 Installation and commissioning manual . 39 6.2.1 Locating the spa . 39 6.2.2 Installing and commissioning the spa . 40 6.2.3 Means of access . 41 6.2.4 Cover. 42 6.3 Maintenance . 42 6.3.1 Filter . 42 6.3.2 Balance Tank . 42 6.3.3 Water Quality . 42 6.3.4 Accessing the spa for maintenance . 43 6.3.5 Winterization . 43 6.4 Cleaning . 43 6.4.1 General . 43 6.4.2 Covers. 43 6.4.3 Cabinets . 43 6.4.4 Overflow channel . 43 6.4.5 Balance tank . 43 6.4.6 Spa surround . 44 6.4.7 Spa features and equipment . 44 7 Marking . 44 7.1 General . 44 Annex A (informative)
Safety information in the user's manual
and instruction sheets accompanying the spa . 48 Annex B (normative)
Methods of test for entrapment . 50 B.1 Principle . 50 B.2 Pass and failure criteria . 50 B.2.1 Finger and toe entrapment . 50 B.2.2 Foot and hand entrapment . 50 B.2.3 Head or neck entrapment . 50 B.3 Head and neck entrapment . 50 B.3.1 Apparatus . 50 SIST EN 17125:2019
EN 17125:2018 (E) 4 B.3.2 Test method . 51 B.4 Finger and toe entrapment . 51 B.4.1 Apparatus . 51 B.4.2 Test method . 52 B.5 Foot and hand entrapment . 52 B.5.1 Apparatus . 52 B.5.2 Test method . 52 Annex C (informative)
Domestic spas used in rented settings . 54 Annex D (informative)
Energy consumption test . 56 D.1 General . 56 D.2 Test equipment . 56 D.3 Test conditions . 56 D.4 Test procedure . 57 D.5 Formulae . 58 Annex E (informative)
Examples where a safety protection device can be installed . 60 Annex F (normative)
Test method for safety cover . 61 Bibliography . 65
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EN 17125:2018 (E) 5 European foreword This document (EN 17125:2018) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 402 “Domestic Pools and Spas”, the secretariat of which is held by AFNOR. This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an identical text or by endorsement, at the latest by June 2019 and conflicting national standards shall be withdrawn at the latest by June 2019. Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of patent rights. CEN shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights. According to the CEN-CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations of the following countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and the United Kingdom. SIST EN 17125:2019
EN 17125:2018 (E) 6 Introduction This European Standard outlines the technical items of associated equipment necessary for a properly equipped spa or hot tub to ensure it is clean, healthy and safe to use. This European Standard is a recommendation that supports a variety of legal Regulations and Codes of Practice in each country. This standard is designed to complement the required rules and regulations contained in European Regulations such as: — Building Regulations; — Health and Safety/Health Protection Regulations; — Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 (REACH); — Restriction on the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment, see Directive 2011/65/EU; — Water Supply Regulation(s) (e.g. Commission Directive (EU) 2015/1787); — Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations (WEEE), see Directive 2012/19/EU; — or in European Standards, such as EN 60335-2-60. It is recommended that the design of all domestic spas is based on the parameters indicated in this standard, to ensure they are manufactured and installed correctly and the end user is aware of the correct operation and maintenance to ensure they are safe and healthy to use. It is recommended that manufacturers, distributors, importers and retailers have a clear working knowledge of the requirements contained within this standard. During the production of this standard, it was found that in certain areas and for certain formulae, several quite valid variations were possible. Therefore, the standard does not preclude the use of alternative formulae or procedures, where a specialist design may require such. It should also be acknowledged that with advances in technology, new products and design innovations will of necessity be introduced and procedures are in place to provide for consideration of these within future amendments to this standard. Irrespective of anything contained in this standard, responsibility for specific Health and Safety issues and compliance with relevant National legislation shall be taken into consideration in relation to any contract during design, construction and operation and will remain the responsibility of the parties involved.
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EN 17125:2018 (E) 7 1 Scope This document specifies safety requirements and test methods for domestic spas/whirlpool spas/hot tubs (see 3.2) for indoor and/or outdoor use, covering the following: — portable spas including inflatable spas; — exercise spas (factory-built or field-engineered); — Scandinavian hot tubs; — field-engineered spas; — any associated equipment. This document also provides advice and guidance for installers and maintainers of domestic spas/whirlpool spas/hot tubs. This document is not applicable to: — any type of swimming pool (domestic or public); — mini-pools according to EN 16927; — public spas (public use according to EN 15288); — paddling pools according to EN 71-8; — spas specifically intended for physical/medical therapy; — spas specifically intended for beauty therapy; — flotation tanks and flotation pools; — bath tubs (including whirlpool baths); — natural spas (name used to describe a bathing area, which is filled with untreated geothermally heated water); — birthing pools. 2 Normative references The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content constitutes requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies. EN 335, Durability of wood and wood-based products — Use classes: definitions, application to solid wood and wood-based products EN 16582-1:2015, Domestic swimming pools — Part 1: General requirements including safety and test methods EN 16713-2:2016, Domestic swimming pools — Water systems — Part 2: Circulation systems — Requirements and test methods EN 16713-3:2016, Domestic swimming pools — Water systems — Part 3: Water treatment - Requirements EN 60335-1, Household and similar electrical appliances — Safety — Part 1: General requirements (IEC 60335-1) SIST EN 17125:2019
EN 17125:2018 (E) 8 EN 60335-2-60:2003, Household and similar electrical appliances — Safety — Part 2-60: Particular requirements for whirlpool baths and whirlpool spas (IEC 60335-2-60:2002)1) EN ISO 4628-2, Paints and varnishes — Evaluation of degradation of coatings — Designation of quantity and size of defects, and of intensity of uniform changes in appearance — Part 2: Assessment of degree of blistering (ISO 4628-2) EN ISO 4628-3, Paints and varnishes — Evaluation of degradation of coatings — Designation of quantity and size of defects, and of intensity of uniform changes in appearance — Part 3: Assessment of degree of rusting (ISO 4628-3) EN ISO 9227:2017, Corrosion tests in artificial atmospheres — Salt spray tests (ISO 9227:2017) EN ISO 13732-1, Ergonomics of the thermal environment — Methods for the assessment of human responses to contact with surfaces — Part 1: Hot surfaces (ISO 13732-1) CEN/TS 16165:2016, Determination of slip resistance of pedestrian surfaces — Methods of evaluation ISO 20712-1, Water safety signs and beach safety flags — Part 1: Specifications for water safety signs used in workplaces and public areas 3 Terms and definitions For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply. ISO and IEC maintain terminological databases for use in standardization at the following addresses: — IEC Electropedia: available at http://www.electropedia.org/ — ISO Online browsing platform: available at http://www.iso.org/obp 3.1 domestic use use of a pool/spa/hot tub designated solely for the owner's/proprietor's/operator's family and guests including the use connected with renting dwellings for family use Note 1 to entry: This definition is taken from the Business Plan of CEN/TC 402. 3.2 spa hot tub whirlpool vessel containing temperature-controlled water in a closed system not integrated with a swimming pool, which is designated for sitting in or lying on a supported structure with water treatment
Note 1 to entry: In different parts of the World, the terms “spa”, “hot tub” and “whirlpool” can be used inter changeably or in combination to describe the wide range of products in the market place such as spas listed in the scope of this standard. Note 2 to entry: Some spas may include hydro-massage jets (see 3.20).
1) This document is impacted by the amendments EN 60335-2-60:2003/A1:2005, EN 60335-2-60:2003/A2:2008, EN 60335-2-60:2003/A11:2010 and EN 60335-2-60:2003/A12:2010. SIST EN 17125:2019
EN 17125:2018 (E) 9 3.3 exercise spa swim spa fitness spa variant of a spa in which the design and construction includes specific features and equipment to allow recreational physical activity in situ, with a ratio of at least 1 m3 (1 000 l) per indicated space for activities Note 1 to entry: Exercise spas may:
— include peripheral jetted seats or loungers intended for water therapy; — may be a separate distinct portion of a combination spa/exercise spa and may have separate controls. Note 2 to entry: Recreational physical activities can be rowing, running, swimming, walking, cycling or any other exercise in situ. 3.4 portable spa transportable spa spa (either self-contained or non-self-contained) not intended for permanent and fixed installation, which can be located for indoor or outdoor use and can be relocated, if required Note 1 to entry: The transportability is unconnected to the weight of the appliance, with or without water. 3.5 inflatable spa type of portable (electric) spa that is free-standing and which contains an inflatable main structure that forms the vessel for the heated water and which is capable of being deflated for storage Note 1 to entry: Inflatable spas are not designed or intended to be permanently installed in the ground and are supplied with cord-connected equipment packages that integrate pumps, heaters, and blowers and or jets for heating, circulation, filtration, and maintenance. 3.6 permanently installed spa factory-built or field-engineered spa designed to remain in its intended location 3.7 Scandinavian hot tub spa for single use of water, where the water temperature is increased from an external heat source and which is sited outdoors 3.8 flotation tank enclosed bathing area, usually for one-person, containing water saturated with magnesium sulphate (Epsom salt), or natural salts 3.9 self-contained spa factory-built spa in which all controls and equipment are located within or affixed to the spa structure and integral parts of the product, not permanently fixed or built into the surroundings and may be permanently wired or cord connected SIST EN 17125:2019
EN 17125:2018 (E) 10 3.10 non-self-contained spa factory-built or field engineered spa in which some or all of the equipment is not an integral part of the produc
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Domestic spas and hot tubs - Safety requirements and test methods
Warmsprudelbecken und Whirlpools für private Nutzung - Sicherheitstechnische
Anforderungen und Prüfverfahren
Bain à remous et spas à usage domestique - Exigences de sécurité et méthodes d’essai
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: prEN 17125
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EUROPEAN STANDARD
prEN 17125
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
May 2017
ICS 91.140.70
English Version
Domestic spas and hot tubs - Safety requirements and test
methods
Bain à remous et spas à usage domestique - Exigences Warmsprudelbecken und Whirlpools für private
de sécurité et méthodes d'essai Nutzung - Sicherheitstechnische Anforderungen und
Prüfverfahren
This draft European Standard is submitted to CEN members for enquiry. It has been drawn up by the Technical Committee
CEN/TC 402.
If this draft becomes a European Standard, CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations
which stipulate the conditions for giving this European Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration.
This draft European Standard was established by CEN in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other
language made by translation under the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the CEN-CENELEC
Management Centre has the same status as the official versions.
CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia,
Finland, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania,
Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland,
Turkey and United Kingdom.
Recipients of this draft are invited to submit, with their comments, notification of any relevant patent rights of which they are
aware and to provide supporting documentation.
Warning : This document is not a European Standard. It is distributed for review and comments. It is subject to change without
notice and shall not be referred to as a European Standard.
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Contents
European foreword . 4
Introduction . 5
1 Scope . 6
2 Normative references . 6
3 Terms and definitions . 7
4 Requirements and test methods . 11
4.1 Water leakage . 11
4.2 Minimum performance requirements for structural materials . 11
4.3 Shell Structures . 14
4.4 Structure capacity . 17
4.5 Accessibility . 17
4.6 Means of access . 19
4.7 Permissible openings . 26
4.8 Crushing and entrapment hazards . 26
4.9 Filtration and circulation . 27
4.10 Pipe Work . 28
4.11 Suction System . 29
4.12 Water treatment and chemical standards . 29
4.13 Heating . 32
4.14 Energy efficiency . 34
4.15 Covers and cabinets . 36
4.16 Accessories and features . 36
4.17 Electrical requirements . 37
5 Point of purchase information . 37
5.1 Spa . 37
5.2 Accessories for means of access . 39
6 User's manual . 39
6.1 General . 39
6.2 Installation and commissioning manual . 41
6.3 Maintenance . 45
6.4 Cleaning . 46
7 Marking . 47
7.1 General . 47
7.2 Scandinavian hot tubs . 49
Annex A (informative) Safety information in the user's manual and instruction sheets
accompanying the spa . 50
Annex B (normative) Methods of test for entrapment . 52
B.1 Head and neck entrapment . 52
B.1.1 Apparatus . 52
B.1.2 Test method . 52
B.2 Finger and toe entrapment . 53
B.2.1 Apparatus . 53
B.2.2 Test method . 53
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B.3 Foot and hand entrapment . 53
B.3.1 Apparatus . 53
B.3.2 Test method . 53
Annex C (informative) Domestic spas used in rented settings . 55
Annex D (informative) Energy consumption test . 57
D.1 General . 57
D.2 Test equipment . 57
D.3 Test conditions . 57
D.4 Test procedure . 58
D.5 Formulas . 60
Bibliography . 61
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European foreword
This document (prEN 17125:2017) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 402 “Domestic
Pools and Spas”, the secretariat of which is held by AFNOR.
This document is currently submitted to the CEN Enquiry.
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Introduction
This standard outlines the technical items of associated equipment necessary for a properly equipped
spa or hot tub to ensure it is clean, healthy and safe to use.
This standard is a recommendation that supports a variety of legal Regulations and Codes of Practice in
each country. This standard is designed to complement the required rules and regulations contained in
European Regulations such as:
— Building Regulations;
— Certificate of Conformity (CE);
— Health and Safety/Health Protection Authorities;
— Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 (REACH);
— Restriction on the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment, see
Directive 2011/65/EU;
— Water Supply Regulation(s) (e.g. Commission Directive (EU) 2015/1787);
— Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations (WEEE), see Directive 2012/19/EU;
— or in European Standards, such as EN 60335-2-60.
It is recommended that the design of all domestic spas is based on the parameters indicated in this
standard, to ensure they are installed and manufactured correctly and the end user is aware of the
correct operation and maintenance to ensure they are safe and healthy to use.
It is recommended that manufacturers, distributors, importers and retailers have a clear working
knowledge of the requirements contained within this standard.
During the production of this standard, it was found that in certain areas and for certain formulae,
several quite valid variations were possible. Therefore the standard does not preclude the use of
alternative formulae or procedures, where a specialist design may require such. It should also be
acknowledged that with advances in technology, new products and design innovations will of necessity
be introduced and procedures are in place to provide for consideration of these within future
amendments to this standard.
Irrespective of anything contained in this standard, responsibility for specific Health and Safety issues
and compliance with relevant National legislation shall be taken into consideration in relation to any
contract during design, construction and operation and will remain the responsibility of the parties
involved. The importance of defining the requirement, the specification and the responsibilities (for the
spa) rests with the purchaser.
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1 Scope
This European Standard specifies safety requirements and test methods for domestic spas/hot tubs for
indoor and/or outdoor use, covering the following:
— portable spas including inflatable spas;
— exercise spas (factory-built or field-engineered);
— Scandinavian hot tubs;
— field-engineered spas;
— any associated equipment.
This European Standard is not applicable to:
— any type of swimming pool (domestic or public);
— mini-pools according to EN 16927;
— public spas (public use according to EN 15288);
— paddling pools according to EN 71-8;
— spas specialized for physical/medical therapy;
— spas specialized for beauty therapy;
— flotation tanks and flotation pools;
— bath tubs (including whirlpool baths);
— natural spas;
— birthing pools.
2 Normative references
The following documents, in whole or in part, are normatively referenced in this document and are
indispensable for its application. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated
references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
EN 335, Durability of wood and wood-based products - Use classes: definitions, application to solid wood
and wood-based products
EN 16582-1:2015, Domestic swimming pools - Part 1: General requirements including safety and test
methods
EN 16713-2:2016, Domestic swimming pools - Water systems - Part 2: Circulation systems - Requirements
and test methods
EN 16713-3:2016, Domestic swimming pools - Water systems - Part 3: Water treatment - Requirements
EN 60335-1, Household and similar electrical appliances — Safety — Part 1: General requirements
(IEC 60335-1)
EN 60335-2-60:2003, Household and similar electrical appliances — Safety — Part 2-60: Particular
requirements for whirlpool baths (IEC 60335-2-60:2002)
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EN ISO 4628-2, Paints and varnishes - Evaluation of degradation of coatings - Designation of quantity and
size of defects, and of intensity of uniform changes in appearance - Part 2: Assessment of degree of
blistering (ISO 4628-2)
EN ISO 9227, Corrosion tests in artificial atmospheres - Salt spray tests (ISO 9227)
EN ISO 13732-1, Ergonomics of the thermal environment - Methods for the assessment of human
responses to contact with surfaces - Part 1: Hot surfaces (ISO 13732-1)
CEN/TS 16165:2016, Determination of slip resistance of pedestrian surfaces - Methods of evaluation
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply.
3.1
domestic use
use of a pool/spa/hot tub designated solely for the owner's/proprietor's/operator's family and guests
including the use connected with renting dwellings for family use
Note 1 to entry: This definition is taken from the Business Plan of CEN/TC 402.
3.2
spa
hot tub, whirlpool
vessel containing temperature-controlled water in a closed system not integrated with a swimming
pool, which is designated for sitting in or lying on a supported structure, and not for swimming, with a
water treatment system
Note 1 to entry: In different parts of the World, the terms “spa”, “hot tub” and “whirlpool” can be used inter
changeably or in combination to describe the wide range of products in the market place such as spas listed in the
scope of this standard.
3.3
exercise spa
swim spa
fitness spa
variant of a spa in which the design and construction includes specific features and equipment to allow
recreational physical activity in situ
Note 1 to entry: Exercise spas may include peripheral jetted seats intended for water therapy, heater,
circulation and filtration system, or may be a separate distinct portion of a combination spa/exercise spa and may
have separate controls.
Note 2 to entry: Recreational physical activities can be rowing, running, swimming, walking, cycling or any
other exercise in situ.
3.4
inflatable spa
portable (electric) spa that is free-standing and which contains an inflatable main structure that forms
the vessel for the heated water and which is capable of being deflated for storage
Note 1 to entry: Inflatable spas are not designed or intended to be permanently installed in the ground and are
supplied with cord-connected equipment packages that integrate pumps, heaters, and blowers and or jets for
heating, circulation, filtration, and maintenance.
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3.5
portable spa
transportable spa
spa (either self-contained or non-self-contained) not intended for permanent and fixed installation,
which can be easily relocated for indoor or outdoor use
Note 1 to entry: The transportability is unconnected to the weight of the appliance, with or without water.
Note 2 to entry: The synonym transportable spa is currently being discussed with CLC/TC 61 to confirm, which
type of electric spas are included within its definition.
3.6
permanent installed spa
factory-built or field-engineered non-self-contained spa designed to remain in its intended location
3.7
Scandinavian hot tub
portable spa for single use of water, where the water temperature is increased from an external heat
source and which is sited outdoors
3.8
flotation tank
enclosed bathing area, usually for one-person, containing water saturated with magnesium sulphate
(Epsom salt), or natural salts
3.9
natural spa
bathing spa, which is filled with untreated natural warm water
3.10
self-contained spa
factory-built spa in which all controls and equipment are an integral part of the product, which may be
permanently wired or cord connected
3.11
non-self-contained spa
factory-built or field assembled spa in which some or all of the equipment is not an integral part of the
product
Note 1 to entry: Non-self-contained spas may employ separate components such as an individual filter, pump,
heater and controls, or they may employ assembled combinations of various components.
3.12
heater
device to heat the spa water
EXAMPLE Including, but not limited, to electric, combustion, solar, heat pump, etc.
3.13
thermal syphon circulation
water circulation through thermal convection only, with no pump
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3.14
cover
device that is placed over the spa shell or floats on the water surface to reduce heat loss and/or dirt and
debris getting into the water when not in use
3.15
safety cover
variant of a cover with features/designs that prevent unauthorised access to the spa
3.16
safety protection device
product to prevent people gaining unauthorised access to the spa
EXAMPLE Including, but not limited to safety cover, fence, barrier, lockable shelter.
3.17
pump
mechanical device, usually powered by an electric motor, that provides hydraulic flow and pressure for
the purpose of filtration, heating, circulation of spa water and/or hydro massage
3.18
water treatment
way to ensure water quality through physical and chemical actions
[SOURCE: EN 16713-3:2016, 3.1]
3.19
means of access
design feature to facilitate entry to and/or exit from the spa
[SOURCE: EN 16582-1:2015, 3.22, modified term spa]
3.19.1
ingress
means of entering the spa
3.19.2
egress
means of exiting the spa
3.20
shelter
enclosure
structure placed over the spa to aid privacy and/or protect the bathers from inclement weather
Note 1 to entry: Some shelters are safety devices, when lockable or secured by other means.
3.21
hydro-massage jets
directional fitting installed in the shell of the spa which returns pressurised (and usually aerated) water
into the spa, to provide a type of massage based on the therapeutic use of heated water
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grip
holding of the hand around the entire circumference of a support
Note 1 to entry: See Figure 1.
Note 2 to entry: See Table 4.
[SOURCE: EN 1176-1:2008, 3.15, modified — Note 2 to entry added.]
Figure 1 — Grip
3.23
grasp
holding of the hand around part of the circumference of a support
Note 1 to entry: See Figure 2.
Note 2 to entry: See Table 4.
[SOURCE: EN 1176-1:2008, 3.16, modified — Note 2 to entry added.]
Figure 2 — Grasp
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4 Requirements and test methods
4.1 Water leakage
Spas manufactured with an electrical supply shall be designed not to leak water.
Spas constructed from materials such as concrete shall comply with EN 16582-1:2015, Table 1.
Spas that do not rely on circulation and filtration (e.g. Scandinavian hot tubs) and have single-use water
that are not connected to an electrical component may be designed to lose some water from the shell.
The manufacturer/retailer shall provide suitable information about water leakage in the point of
purchase information (see Clause 5) and user's manual (see Clause 6). However, care shall be taken in
construction/manufacture/design to ensure water losses are minimized and do not create a hazard.
Water loss caused by evaporation and bathers are not included.
4.2 Minimum performance requirements for structural materials
4.2.1 General
The structural design and materials shall be in accordance with accepted structural engineering
practices. Selection of materials for the construction of the spa shall be conducted under consideration
of external influences, including but not limited to, temperature, UV, chemicals, when appropriate, that
may influence the structural integrity of the material.
Any combination of different materials in direct contact with each other shall be compatible and not
negatively affect each other's properties or structural integrity.
The requirements of this section do not apply to non-structural elements of the spa, including, but not
limited to, elements with solely decorative function. When the spa water affects the resistance of the
structural material, the requirements for water quality shall be stated and accompany the affected
materials.
The parameters according to 4.12 (water treatment and chemicals standards) shall be met. In addition,
there shall be no influence on the water quality according to 4.12, if the material comes into contact
with the spa water.
Typical examples of materials used, but not limited to, for the spa construction and lining are given in
Table 1.
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Table 1 — Materials typically used for spa construction and spa lining/finishes
Material Spa construction Spa lining/finishes
Acrylic × ×
PVC × ×
PVC reinforced membrane × ×
Concrete × ×
Polystyrene (PS) foam formstone × —
Glass reinforced plastic (GRP) × ×
Composite construction × —
Polypropylene panels × —
Polyolefin coating (e.g. PE) — ×
Polyurethane (composite material) × —
Framework construction × —
Aluminium — ×
Stainless steel × ×
Steel panels/support frames × —
Aluminium panels/support frames × —
Self-supporting spas (inflatable) × —
Glass Complete or min. one side/wall ×
Wood × ×
Brick wall construction (expanded polystyrene, etc.) × —
Natural stone — ×
Coating (including mineral coat and paint) — ×
Tiles — ×
Polymer liner — ×
4.2.2 Specific requirements and testing for corrosion resistance
Any material that may be affected by corrosion (including but not limited to, steel, stainless steel,
aluminium and other metallic materials) and utilized for the construction of the spa shall be treated for
corrosion resistance, if applicable and shall meet any of the following minimum requirements, as
applicable.
The tested metal parts shall be assembled according to the installation instructions (see Clause 6).
Metal assemblies, which are not made of the same material, shall be put together according to the
installation instructions, before testing (see Clause 6).
The tests are conducted according to EN ISO 9227 on all individual metal parts, coated or not (organic
or inorganic coating), contributing to the resistance of the structure's constitutive elements.
The following are excluded:
— elements having only decorative functions;
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— elements embedded and/or fixed in concrete provided that they are commercial products
commonly used in masonry constructions;
— all non-structural elements;
— painted or encapsulated structural metal components within the weather-protected product
enclosure, which are not intended to get wet routinely;
— hot-galvanised parts with a surface treatment thickness of ≥ 50 µm or prescriptions given in
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EN ISO 1461 (which correspond more or less to 375 g/m );
— Stainless steel (316 L).
In accordance with EN ISO 9227, subject to the applicable structure samples to be tested with salt spray
for (see EN ISO 9227:2012, Annex A):
— 192 h for aboveground and recessed spas for the parts not in contact with the ground;
— 192 h for inground and/or recessed spas for the parts in contact with the ground and whose parts
to be tested are ≥ 3 mm;
— 400 h for inground and/or recessed spas for the parts in contact with the ground and whose parts
to be tested are < 3 mm.
On completion of these corrosion tests, all of the products shall meet the visual requirements described
below:
— red oxidation: assess the results obtained on steel parts, coated or not, referring to the
recommendations of EN ISO 4628-3. The number of red rust pits on the surface shall conform to
grade RI 3 or lower;
— white oxidation is accepted on zinc-galvanised, electrogalvanised or bichromated parts;
— green oxidation is accepted on material including copper;
— brown oxidation is accepted on stainless steel;
— the degree of blistering of organic coatings shall not exceed density 2, and the size of any blister
shall not exceed size 3 as defined in EN ISO 4628-2.
4.2.3 Osmosis resistance of composites and polymers
Dip a 150 mm × 100 mm test sample, immersed to half its height, in distilled water at a constant
temperature of 60 °C for 15 days.
Protect the sample on its edges and its rear face, to avoid contact with water.
On completion of this test, no blister (i.e. density 0), porosity, cracking or fibre prominence, shall be
detected on the surface after testing, compared to a control specimen as defined in EN ISO 4628-2.
Only the manufacturer is concerned by this test method which shall be applied for each new
manufacturing process.
A longer test period may validate a higher integrity of the polymer.
For polyester shells see EN 16582-1:2015, Annex D for additional requirements, but note that the water
temperature specified in this annex may be different to temperatures in this spa standard and also that
some operational parameters may not be relevant for spas.
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