SIST EN 15513:2014

• Abstract:

  This European Standard is applicable to carbon dioxide used for treatment of swimming pool water. It describes the characteristics of carbon dioxide and specifies the requirements and the corresponding test methods for carbon dioxide. It gives information on its use in swimming pool water treatment.

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 05-May-2014
• ICS: 13.060.20 - Drinking water
• ICS: 71.100.80 - Chemicals for purification of water
• Technical Committee: IOVO - Water supply and waste water engineering
• Current Stage: 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 09-Apr-2014
• Due Date: 14-Jun-2014
• Completion Date: 06-May-2014
• Ref Project: EN 15513:2014 - Chemicals used for treatment of swimming pool water - Carbon dioxide

• Replaces: SIST EN 15513:2008 - Chemicals used for treatment of swimming pool water - Carbon dioxide
• Effective Date: 01-Jun-2014
• Refers: SIST EN 936:2014 - Chemicals used for treatment of water intended for human consumption - Carbon dioxide
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026

Overview

SIST EN 15513:2014 specifies the requirements for carbon dioxide (CO2) used in the treatment of swimming pool water. Developed by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST) in alignment with European standards, this document outlines characteristics, purity criteria, test methods, and essential best practices regarding the use, packaging, and storage of carbon dioxide for pool water treatment. Ensuring water quality and safety, the standard supports regulatory compliance across the European market and provides guidance for pool operators, suppliers, and water treatment professionals.

Key Topics

• Product Characteristics: Defines CO2 as a colourless gas or liquid, commonly supplied as liquefied gas in pressurized cylinders or tankers. Fundamental chemical identification includes its formula (CO₂), CAS number (124-38-9), and essential physical properties such as solubility and density.
• Purity Requirements: Stipulates minimum purity of CO₂ (≥99.9% v/v) and maximum allowable limits for impurities like ammonia, oxygen, oxides of nitrogen, non-volatile residues, hydrocarbons, and sulfur compounds.
• Test Methods: References standard analytical methods for verifying compliance, primarily as detailed in EN 936, covering sampling and impurity analysis procedures.
• Labelling & Transport: Details proper labelling in accordance with current EU legislation, transportation regulations for dangerous goods by road, rail, and sea (UN Number 1013 for liquid CO₂; UN Number 2187 for refrigerated liquid), and required markings for supplier identification and conformity declaration.
• Storage Guidelines: Provides best practices for safe storage, including requirements for well-ventilated areas, temperature management, and secure placement of gas cylinders to prevent hazards.

Applications

• Swimming Pool Water Treatment
  Carbon dioxide is commonly used to regulate the pH level of pool water, providing an effective and controlled means to balance water chemistry. Key application points include:

  • pH Adjustment: CO₂ dissolution forms a weak acid, gently lowering pool water pH without the handling risks associated with stronger acids.
  • Operational Flexibility: Suitable for a range of pool sizes and systems, with adjustment doses varied according to pool water composition.
  • System Integration: Typically applied through injectors into pool circulation systems, enabling precise dosing and rapid mixing.
  • Byproduct Management: Excess CO₂ is removable via aeration or chemical binding, supporting ongoing water quality control.

• Health and Safety
  The standard offers essential safety information covering first aid, handling, emergency response, and environmental considerations. CO₂ is non-combustible but requires prudent ventilation and cylinder management to mitigate asphyxiation and pressure risks.

Related Standards

• EN 936: Chemicals used for treatment of water intended for human consumption - Carbon dioxide.
• Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008: Classification, labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures (CLP Regulation).
• Commission Directive 2008/84/EC: Specific purity criteria for food additives.
• Council Directive 98/83/EC: Quality of water intended for human consumption.

SIST EN 15513:2014 thus serves as a vital reference for any organization involved in the supply, application, or regulation of chemicals for swimming pool water treatment, ensuring consistent, safe, and high-quality outcomes for public and private swimming facilities.

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EUROPEAN STANDARD NORME EUROPÉENNE EUROPÄISCHE NORM
EN 15513
March 2014 ICS 71.100.80 Supersedes EN 15513:2007English Version
Chemicals used for treatment of swimming pool water - Carbon dioxide
Produits chimiques utilisés pour le traitement de l'eau des piscines - Dioxyde de carbone
Produkte zur Aufbereitung von Schwimm- und Badebeckenwasser - Kohlenstoffdioxid This European Standard was approved by CEN on 5 January 2014.
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Foreword .3 Introduction .4 1 Scope .5 2 Normative references .5 3 Description .5 3.1 Identification .5 3.2 Commercial form .6 3.3 Physical properties .6 3.4 Chemical properties .7 4 Purity criteria .7 4.1 General .7 4.2 Composition of commercial product .7 4.3 Impurities and main by-products .7 4.4 Chemical parameters .8 5 Test methods .8 6 Labelling – Transportation – Storage .8 6.1 Means of delivery .8 6.2 Labelling according to the EU legislation ) .9 6.3 Transportation regulations and labelling .9 6.4 Marking .9 6.5 Storage .9 Annex A (informative)
General information on carbon dioxide . 10 A.1 Origin . 10 A.2 Use . 10 A.3 General rules relating to safety . 11 Bibliography . 12
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