Sanitary appliances - Baths made from impact modified coextruded ABS/acrylic sheets - Requirements and test methods

This European Standard specifies requirements for baths for domestic purposes made from impact modified coextruded ABS/acrylic sheets conforming to EN 13559 with the aim of ensuring that the product, when installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, will provide satisfactory performance in use.
This European Standard is applicable to all sizes and shapes of baths.

Sanitärausstattungsgegenstände - Badewannen, hergestellt aus schlagzäh-modifizierten coextrudierten ABS/Acrylplatten - Anforderungen und Prüfverfahren

Diese Europäische Norm legt Anforderungen an Badewannen für den Hausgebrauch, hergestellt aus schlagzäh-modifizierten coextrudierten ABS/Acrylplatten entsprechend EN 13559, fest, um sicherzustellen, dass das nach den Einbauanweisungen des Herstellers eingebaute Produkt eine zufrieden stellende Gebrauchstauglichkeit aufweist.
Diese Europäische Norm ist auf alle Größen und Formen von Badewannen anwendbar.

Appareils sanitaires - Baignoires en feuilles coextrudées ABS/acrylique modifié choc - Prescriptions et méthodes d'essai

La présente Norme européenne détermine les exigences relatives aux baignoires à usage domestique fabriquées à partir de feuilles coextrudées en ABS/Acrylique modifié choc conformes à l’EN 13559, l’objectif étant de garantir que le produit installé conformément aux instructions du fabricant donne des performances satisfaisantes à l’usage.
La présente Norme européenne est applicable à toutes les dimensions et formes de baignoires.

Sanitarne naprave - Kopalne kadi iz udarno modificiranih koekstrudiranih ABS/akrilnih plošč - Zahteve in preskusne metode

Ta evropski standard določa zahteve za kopalne kadi za domačo uporabo, ki so izdelane iz udarno modificiranih koekstrudiranih plošč ABS/akrilnih plošč v skladu s standardom EN 13559 z namenom zagotavljanja zadovoljive učinkovitosti pri uporabi izdelka, nameščenega v skladu z navodili proizvajalca.
Ta evropski standard se uporablja za vse velikosti in oblike kopalnih kadi.

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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.GLUDQLKSanitärausstattungsgegenstände - Badewannen, hergestellt aus schlagzäh-modifizierten coextrudierten ABS/Acrylplatten - Anforderungen und PrüfverfahrenAppareils sanitaires - Baignoires en feuilles coextrudées ABS/acrylique modifié choc - Prescriptions et méthodes d'essaiSanitary appliances - Baths made from impact modified coextruded ABS/acrylic sheets - Requirements and test methods91.140.70Sanitarne napraveSanitary installationsICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 15719:2015SIST EN 15719:2016en,fr,de01-marec-2016SIST EN 15719:2016SLOVENSKI
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EN 15719:2015 (E) 2 Contents Page European foreword . 4 1 Scope . 5 2 Normative references . 5 3 Terms and definitions . 5 4 Requirements . 5 4.1 General . 5 4.2 Material . 5 4.3 Surface appearance . 5 4.4 Waste outlet hole . 5 4.5 Overflow hole . 6 4.6 Hole edges . 6 4.7 Bath-mounted tapware . 6 4.8 Handgrips . 6 4.9 Dimensional deviations . 6 4.10 Geometric deviations . 6 4.10.1 General . 6 4.10.2 Squaring . 6 4.10.3 Straightness of the rim sides . 6 4.10.4 Straightness of the bottom edge of the rim . 6 4.10.5 Flatness of the top surface of the rim . 7 4.11 Bottom of the bath . 7 4.12 Resistance to temperature changes . 7 4.13 Resistance to impact . 7 4.14 Permitted deflections . 7 4.15 Bath rims . 7 4.16 Surface mechanical resistance . 8 4.17 Chemical and stain resistance . 8 5 Marking . 8 Annex A (normative)
Bath test methods . 9 A.1 Sequence of tests . 9 A.2 Geometric deviations . 9 A.2.1 Test apparatus. 9 A.2.2 Squaring . 9 A.2.3 Straightness of the rim side . 10 A.2.4 Straightness of the bottom edge of the rim . 11 A.2.5 Flatness of the top surface of the rim . 12 A.3 Resistance to temperature change . 13 A.3.1 Test apparatus. 13 A.3.2 Procedure. 13 A.4 Resistance to impact . 14 SIST EN 15719:2016



EN 15719:2015 (E) 3 A.4.1 Test apparatus . 14 A.4.2 Test procedure . 14 A.5 Determination of deflections. 15 A.5.1 General . 15 A.5.2 Test apparatus . 15 A.5.3 Installation methods . 16 A.5.4 Preloading . 18 A.5.5 Deflection test 1 – Deflection of the rim and the bottom due to a load on the bottom . 18 A.5.6 Deflection test 2 – Deflection of the bottom and rim due to a load on the bottom . 20 A.5.7 Deflection test 3 – Deflection of the rim due to a load on the long side of the rim . 21 A.5.8 Deflection test 4 – Deflection of the rim due to a load on the end of the bath . 22 A.6 Handgrip tests . 24 A.6.1 General . 24 A.6.2 Test apparatus . 24 A.6.3 Procedure . 24 A.7 Resistance to scratching . 24 A.7.1 Test apparatus . 24 A.7.2 Test specimen . 25 A.7.3 Procedure . 25 Bibliography . 27
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EN 15719:2015 (E) 4 European foreword This document (EN 15719:2015) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 163 “Sanitary appliances”, the secretariat of which is held by UNI. 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 May 2016, and conflicting national standards shall be withdrawn at the latest by May 2016. Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of patent rights. CEN [and/or CENELEC] shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights. This document supersedes EN 15719:2009. The only change from the previous edition is in A.7.3 where “50 %” has been changed to “25 %”. 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, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and the United Kingdom. SIST EN 15719:2016



EN 15719:2015 (E) 5 1 Scope This European Standard specifies requirements for baths for domestic purposes made from impact modified coextruded ABS/acrylic sheets conforming to EN 13559 with the aim of ensuring that the product, when installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, will provide satisfactory performance in use. This European Standard is applicable to all sizes and shapes of baths. 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 232, Baths — Connecting dimensions EN 13559:2003, Specifications for impact modified coextruded ABS/Acrylic sheets for baths and shower trays for domestic purposes ISO 4586-2:2004, High-pressure decorative laminates — Sheets made from thermosetting resins — Part 2: Determination of properties 3 Terms and definitions For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply. 3.1 domestic purposes use in homes, hotels, accommodation for students, hospitals and similar buildings, except when special medical provisions are required 4 Requirements 4.1 General The manufacturer shall provide instructions for installation and care with each bath. The bath shall be free from sharp edges that would be exposed after the installation of the bath in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 4.2 Material The bath shall be manufactured from impact modified coextruded ABS/acrylic sheet material complying with EN 13559. 4.3 Surface appearance When the bath is visually inspected under strong and oblique illumination there shall be no evidence of cracks, chips, or other surface defects, such as unexpected changes in colours, etc. that will impair the appearance or performance of the bath. 4.4 Waste outlet hole The bath shall have at least one outlet hole. The dimensions of the waste outlet hole and the clearance around the waste outlet hole shall either be in accordance with the requirements of EN 232 or the manufacturer shall supply or recommend a suitable waste outlet fitting. SIST EN 15719:2016



EN 15719:2015 (E) 6 4.5 Overflow hole When the bath is provided with an overflow hole the dimensions of the overflow hole and the clearance around the overflow hole shall either be in accordance with the requirements of EN 232 or the manufacturer shall supply or recommend a suitable overflow fitting. 4.6 Hole edges The edges of any holes in the bath shall not show evidence of chips, cracks, or any other defects that may impair the appearance or performance of the bath. 4.7 Bath-mounted tapware When the bath is intended to accommodate bath-mounted tapware the space and area provided shall either comply with the requirements of EN 232 or the manufacturer shall supply or recommend a suitable tapware. 4.8 Handgrips When a handgrip(s) is fitted it shall be tested in accordance with A.6 and the bath and the handgrip shall be free from any permanent deformation or other defects that will impair the functioning and/or the appearance of the bath. If not pre-fitted by the manufacturer, the manufacturer's instructions shall indicate how and where the handgrips are fitted. 4.9 Dimensional deviations The dimensions of baths shall not deviate from the size quoted by the manufacturer by greater than ± 5 mm. If the manufacturer states two sizes (e.g. both a work size and a nominal size) he shall state to which size the permitted deviations apply. For round baths, length and width correspond to the diameter. 4.10 Geometric deviations 4.10.1 General The straight sides or edges of the bath that might abut independent surroundings or supporting structures shall comply with the requirements of 4.10.2 to 4.10.4 and all baths shall comply with 4.10.5. These requirements are not applicable to sides or edges that are purposely designed as curves or slopes. 4.10.2 Squaring When tested in accordance with A.2.2 the deviation from square, q, shall be less than or equal to 5 mm. 4.10.3 Straightness of the rim sides When tested in accordance with A.2.3 s, shall be less than or equal to 5 mm. 4.10.4 Straightness of the bottom edge of the rim When tested in accordance with A.2.4 r, shall be less than or equal to 5 mm. SIST EN 15719:2016



EN 15719:2015 (E) 7 4.10.5 Flatness of the top surface of the rim When tested in accordance with A.2.5 the deviation from flatness of the top surface of the rim, c, shall be less than or equal to 5 mm. 4.11 Bottom of the bath When the bath is installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and the waste outlet hole is open, all water shall empty from the bath unless prevented by surface tension. 4.12 Resistance to temperature changes When tested in accordance with A.3 baths shall show no evidence of distortion or other defects that impair the appearance or functioning of the bath and any deflection shall be less than or equal to 4 mm. 4.13 Resistance to impact When tested in accordance with A.4 the bottom and the rim of the bath shall show no evidence of distortion or other defects that impair the appearance or functioning of the bath. 4.14 Permitted deflections When tested in accordance with A.5 the deflections shall be less than or equal to the values given in Table 1. Table 1 — Permitted deflections Test method Maximum deflections a under load and permitted residual deflections for installation
methods b mm a) b) c) d) e) A.5.5

s on the four free rims

t on the bottom

s on the three free rims

rá w on the fixed rim

t on the bottom

s on the two free rims

rá w on the two fixed rims

t on the bottom

s on the free rim

rá w on the three fixed rims

t on the bottom

rá w on all rims

t on the bottom A.5.6

t on the four free rims

u on the bottom

t on the three free rims

rá w on the fixed rim

u on the bottom

t on the two free rims

rá w on the two fixed rims

u on the bottom

t on the free rim

rá w on the three fixed rims

u on the bottom

rá w on all rims

u on the bottom A.5.7

v on the rim

rá u residual

v on the rim

rá u residual

v on the rim

rá u residual

v on the rim

rá u residual Not applicable A.5.8

v on the rim

rá u residual

v on the rim

rá u residual

v on the rim

rá u residual Not applicable Not applicable a Values in addition to any deflection of the test rig (see A.5.2). b See A.5.3. 4.15 Bath
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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.GLUDQLKSanitärausstattungsgegenstände - Badewannen, hergestellt aus schlagzäh-modifizierten coextrudierten ABS/Acrylplatten - Anforderungen und PrüfverfahrenAppareils sanitaires - Baignoires en feuilles coextrudées ABS/acrylique modifié choc - Prescriptions et méthodes d'essaiSanitary appliances - Baths made from impact modified coextruded ABS/acrylic sheets - Requirements and test methods91.140.70Sanitarne napraveSanitary installationsICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:FprEN 15719kSIST FprEN 15719:2015en,fr,de01-maj-2015kSIST FprEN 15719:2015SLOVENSKI
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EUROPEAN STANDARD NORME EUROPÉENNE EUROPÄISCHE NORM
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FprEN 15719
March 2015 ICS 91.140.70 Will supersede EN 15719:2009English Version
Sanitary appliances - Baths made from impact modified coextruded ABS/acrylic sheets - Requirements and test methods Appareils sanitaires - Baignoires en feuilles coextrudées ABS/acrylique modifié choc - Prescriptions et méthodes d'essai
Sanitärausstattungsgegenstände - Badewannen, hergestellt aus schlagzäh-modifizierten coextrudierten ABS/Acrylplatten - Anforderungen und Prüfverfahren This draft European Standard is submitted to CEN members for unique acceptance procedure. It has been drawn up by the Technical Committee CEN/TC 163.
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.
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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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FprEN 15719:2015 (E) 2 Contents Page Foreword .4 1 Scope .5 2 Normative references .5 3 Terms and definitions .5 4 Requirements .5 4.1 General .5 4.2 Material .5 4.3 Surface appearance .5 4.4 Waste outlet hole .5 4.5 Overflow hole .6 4.6 Hole edges .6 4.7 Bath-mounted tapware .6 4.8 Handgrips .6 4.9 Dimensional deviations .6 4.10 Geometric deviations .6 4.10.1 General .6 4.10.2 Squaring .6 4.10.3 Straightness of the rim sides .6 4.10.4 Straightness of the bottom edge of the rim .6 4.10.5 Flatness of the top surface of the rim.7 4.11 Bottom of the bath .7 4.12 Resistance to temperature changes .7 4.13 Resistance to impact .7 4.14 Permitted deflections .7 4.15 Bath rims .8 4.16 Surface mechanical resistance .8 4.17 Chemical and stain resistance .8 5 Marking .8 Annex A (normative)
Bath test methods .9 A.1 Sequence of tests .9 A.2 Geometric deviations .9 A.2.1 Test apparatus .9 A.2.2 Squaring .9 A.2.3 Straightness of the rim side . 10 A.2.4 Straightness of the bottom edge of the rim . 11 A.2.5 Flatness of the top surface of the rim. 12 A.3 Resistance to temperature change . 13 A.3.1 Test apparatus . 13 A.3.2 Procedure . 13 A.4 Resistance to impact . 14 A.4.1 Test apparatus . 14 A.4.2 Test procedure . 14 kSIST FprEN 15719:2015



FprEN 15719:2015 (E) 3 A.5 Determination of deflections . 15 A.5.1 General . 15 A.5.2 Test apparatus . 15 A.5.3 Installation methods . 16 A.5.4 Preloading . 18 A.5.5 Deflection test 1 – Deflection of the rim and the bottom due to a load on the bottom . 18 A.5.6 Deflection test 2 – Deflection of the bottom and rim due to a load on the bottom. 19 A.5.7 Deflection test 3 – Deflection of the rim due to a load on the long side of the rim . 20 A.5.8 Deflection test 4 – Deflection of the rim due to a load on the end of the bath . 21 A.6 Handgrip tests . 22 A.6.1 General . 22 A.6.2 Test apparatus . 23 A.6.3 Procedure . 23 A.7 Resistance to scratching . 23 A.7.1 Test apparatus . 23 A.7.2 Test specimen . 24 A.7.3 Procedure . 24 Bibliography . 26
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FprEN 15719:2015 (E) 4 Foreword This document (FprEN 15719:2015) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 163 “Sanitary appliances”, the secretariat of which is held by UNI. This document is currently submitted to the Unique Acceptance Procedure. This document will supersede EN 15719:2009. The only change from the previous edition is in A.7.3 where “50 %” has been changed to “25 %”. kSIST FprEN 15719:2015



FprEN 15719:2015 (E) 5 1 Scope This European Standard specifies requirements for baths for domestic purposes made from impact modified coextruded ABS/acrylic sheets conforming to EN 13559 with the aim of ensuring that the product, when installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, will provide satisfactory performance in use. This European Standard is applicable to all sizes and shapes of baths. 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 232, Baths - Connecting dimensions EN 13559:2003, Specifications for impact modified coextruded ABS/Acrylic sheets for baths and shower trays for domestic purposes ISO 4586-2:2004, High-pressure decorative laminates — Sheets made from thermosetting resins — Part 2: Determination of properties 3 Terms and definitions For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply. 3.1 domestic purposes use in homes, hotels, accommodation for students, hospitals and similar buildings, except when special medical provisions are required 4 Requirements 4.1 General The manufacturer shall provide instructions for installation and care with each bath. The bath shall be free from sharp edges that would be exposed after the installation of the bath in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 4.2 Material The bath shall be manufactured from impact modified coextruded ABS/acrylic sheet material complying with EN 13559. 4.3 Surface appearance When the bath is visually inspected under strong and oblique illumination there shall be no evidence of cracks, chips, or other surface defects, such as unexpected changes in colours, etc. that will impair the appearance or performance of the bath. 4.4 Waste outlet hole The bath shall have at least one outlet hole. The dimensions of the waste outlet hole and the clearance around the waste outlet hole shall either be in accordance with the requirements of EN 232 or the manufacturer shall supply or recommend a suitable waste outlet fitting. kSIST FprEN 15719:2015



FprEN 15719:2015 (E) 6 4.5 Overflow hole When the bath is provided with an overflow hole the dimensions of the overflow hole and the clearance around the overflow hole shall either be in accordance with the requirements of EN 232 or the manufacturer shall supply or recommend a suitable overflow fitting. 4.6 Hole edges The edges of any holes in the bath shall not show evidence of chips, cracks, or any other defects that may impair the appearance or performance of the bath. 4.7 Bath-mounted tapware When the bath is intended to accommodate bath-mounted tapware the space and area provided shall either comply with the requirements of EN 232 or the manufacturer shall supply or recommend a suitable tapware. 4.8 Handgrips When a handgrip(s) is fitted it shall be tested in accordance with A.6 and the bath and the handgrip shall be free from any permanent deformation or other defects that will impair the functioning and/or the appearance of the bath. If not pre-fitted by the manufacturer, the manufacturer's instructions shall indicate how and where the handgrips are fitted. 4.9 Dimensional deviations The dimensions of baths shall not deviate from the size quoted by the manufacturer by greater than ± 5 mm. If the manufacturer states two sizes (e.g. both a work size and a nominal size) he shall state to which size the permitted deviations apply. For round baths, length and width correspond to the diameter. 4.10 Geometric deviations 4.10.1 General The straight sides or edges of the bath that might abut independent surroundings or supporting structures shall comply with the requirements of 4.10.2 to 4.10.4 and all baths shall comply with 4.10.5. These requirements are not applicable to sides or edges that are purposely designed as curves or slopes. 4.10.2 Squaring When tested in accordance with A.2.2 the deviation from square, ûq, shall be less than or equal to 5 mm. 4.10.3 Straightness of the rim sides When tested in accordance with A.2.3 the deviation from straightness of the rim sides, ûs, shall be less than or equal to 5 mm. 4.10.4 Straightness of the bottom edge of the rim When tested in accordance with A.2.4 the deviation from straightness of the bottom edge of the rim, ûr, shall be less than or equal to 5 mm. kSIST FprEN 15719:2015



FprEN 15719:2015 (E) 7 4.10.5 Flatness of the top surface of the rim When tested in accordance with A.2.5 the deviation from flatness of the top surface of the rim, c, shall be less than or equal to 5 mm. 4.11 Bottom of the bath When the bath is installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and the waste outlet hole is open, all water shall empty from the bath unless prevented by surface tension. 4.12 Resistance to temperature changes When tested in accordance with A.3 baths shall show no evidence of distortion or other defects that impair the appearance or functioning of the bath and any deflection shall be less than or equal to 4 mm. 4.13 Resistance to impact When tested in accordance with A.4 the bottom and the rim of the bath shall show no evidence of distortion or other defects that impair the appearance or functioning of the bath. 4.14 Permitted deflections When tested in accordance with A.5 the deflections shall be less than or equal to the values given in Table 1. Table 1 — Permitted deflections Test method Maximum deflections a under load and permitted residual deflections for installation
methods b mm a) b) c) d) e) A.5.5 ≤ 1 on the four free rims ≤ 2 on the bottom ≤ 1 on the three free rims ≤ 0,5 on the fixed rim ≤ 2 on the bottom ≤ 1 on the two free rims ≤ 0,5 on the two fixed rims ≤ 2 on the bottom ≤ 1 on the free rim ≤ 0,5 on the three fixed rims ≤ 2 on the bottom ≤ 0,5 on all rims ≤ 2 on the bottom A.5.6 ≤ 2 on the four free rims ≤ 3 on the bottom ≤ 2 on the three free rims ≤ 0,5 on the fixed rim ≤ 3 on the bottom ≤ 2 on the two free rims ≤ 0,5 on the two fixed rims ≤ 3 on the bottom ≤ 2 on the free rim ≤ 0,5 on the three fixed rims ≤ 3 on the bottom ≤ 0,5 on all rims ≤ 3 on the bottom A.5.7 ≤ 4 on the rim ≤ 0,3 residual ≤ 4 on the rim ≤ 0,3 residual ≤ 4 on the rim ≤ 0,3 residual ≤ 4 on the rim ≤ 0,3 residual Not applicable A.5.8 ≤ 4 on the rim ≤ 0,3 residual ≤ 4 on the rim ≤ 0,3 residual ≤ 4 on the rim ≤ 0,3 residual Not applicable Not applicable a Values in addition to any deflection of the test rig (see A.5.2). b See A.5.3. kSIST FprEN 15719:2015



FprEN 15719:2015 (E) 8 4.15 Bath rims When a bath incorporating a nominally flat top surface of the rim is installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, the rim shall not encourage water to drain away from the inside of the bath. Roll top rims and rims incorporating special features, e.g. headrests, are not subject to this requirement. 4.16 Surface me
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