SIST EN ISO 10088:2017
(Main)Small craft - Permanently installed fuel systems (ISO 10088:2013)
Small craft - Permanently installed fuel systems (ISO 10088:2013)
ISO 10088:2013 specifies the requirements for the design, materials, construction, installation and testing of permanently installed fuel systems as installed for internal combustion engines.
It applies to all parts of permanently installed diesel and petrol fuel systems as installed, from the fuel fill opening to the point of connection with the propulsion or auxiliary engine(s) on inboard- and outboard-powered small craft of up to 24 m hull length.
Requirements for the design, materials, construction and testing of permanently installed fixed fuel tanks are given in ISO 21487.
Kleine Wasserfahrzeuge - Dauerhaft installierte Kraftstoffsysteme (ISO 10088:2013)
Petits navires - Systèmes à carburant installés à demeure (ISO 10088:2013)
L'ISO 10088:2013 spécifie les exigences concernant la conception, les matériaux, la construction, l'installation et les essais des systèmes à carburant installés à demeure et destinés à l'alimentation des moteurs à combustion interne.
Elle s'applique à tous les éléments des systèmes à carburant diesel et essence installés à demeure, depuis le nable de remplissage jusqu'au point de raccordement au(x) moteur(s) de propulsion ou au(x) moteur(s) auxiliaire(s) des petits navires propulsés par un ou des moteurs intérieurs ou hors-bord, et de longueur de coque inférieure ou égale à 24 m.
Les exigences concernant la conception, les matériaux, la construction et les essais des réservoirs fixes à carburant installés à demeure sont données dans l'ISO 21487.
Mala plovila - Trajno vgrajeni sistemi za gorivo (ISO 10088:2013)
Ta mednarodni standard določa zahteve za zasnovo, materiale, izdelavo, vgradnjo in preskušanje sistemov za gorivo, trajno vgrajenih v motorje z notranjim izgorevanjem.
Uporablja se za vse dele trajno vgrajenih sistemov za bencinsko in dizelsko gorivo, od odprtine za dovod goriva do točke povezave z vgrajenim ali izven krmnim pogonskim ali pomožnim motorjem malih plovil z dolžino trupa do 24 m.
Zahteve za zasnovo, materiale, izdelavo in preskušanje trajno vgrajenih stacionarnih rezervoarjev za gorivo so podane v standardu ISO 21487.
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SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-oktober-2017
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SIST EN ISO 10088:2013
Mala plovila - Trajno vgrajeni sistemi za gorivo (ISO 10088:2013)
Small craft - Permanently installed fuel systems (ISO 10088:2013)
Kleine Wasserfahrzeuge - Dauerhaft installierte Kraftstoffsysteme (ISO 10088:2013)
Petits navires - Systèmes à carburant installés à demeure (ISO 10088:2013)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN ISO 10088:2017
ICS:
47.020.20 Ladijski motorji Marine engines and
propulsion systems
47.080 ýROQL Small craft
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
EN ISO 10088
EUROPEAN STANDARD
NORME EUROPÉENNE
August 2017
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 47.080 Supersedes EN ISO 10088:2013
English Version
Small craft - Permanently installed fuel systems (ISO
10088:2013)
Petits navires - Systèmes à carburant installés à Kleine Wasserfahrzeuge - Dauerhaft installierte
demeure (ISO 10088:2013) Kraftstoffsysteme (ISO 10088:2013)
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Contents Page
European foreword . 3
Annex ZA (informative) Relationship between this European Standard and the Essential
Requirements of EU Directive 2013/53/EU . 4
European foreword
The text of ISO 10088:2013 has been prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 188 “Small craft” of the
International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and has been taken over as EN ISO 10088:2017.
This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an
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This document supersedes EN ISO 10088:2013.
This document has been prepared under a mandate given to CEN by the European Commission and the
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For relationship with EU Directive(s), see informative Annex ZA, which is an integral part of this
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Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland,
Turkey and the United Kingdom.
Endorsement notice
The text of 10088:2013 has been approved by CEN as EN ISO 10088:2017 without any modification.
Annex ZA
(informative)
Relationship between this European Standard and the Essential
Requirements of EU Directive 2013/53/EU
This European standard has been prepared under a mandate given to CEN by the European Commission
to provide one means of conforming to Essential Requirements of the New Approach Directive
2013/53/EU.
Once this standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union under that Directive and has
been implemented as a national standard in at least one member state, compliance with the normative
clauses of this standard given in Table ZA.1 confers, within the limits of the scope of this standard, a
presumption of conformity with the relevant Essential Requirements of that Directive and associated
EFTA regulations.
Table ZA.1: Correspondence between this European Standard and Directive 2013/53/EU
Clauses/sub-clauses of this Essential Requirements Qualifying remarks/Notes
standard (ERs) of EU Directive
2013/53/EU
All Clauses Annex 1 A, Clause 5.2.1, Fuel This Standard applies to all
system -General parts of permanently
installed diesel and petrol
fuel systems as installed,
from the fuel fill opening to
the point of connection with
the propulsion or auxiliary
engine(s) on inboard- and
outboard-powered small
craft of up to 24 m hull
length.
This Standard does not
address fuel systems for
other types of diesel or petrol
burning appliances.
All Clauses Annex 1 A, Clause 5.2.2, Fuel The clauses in this standard
system –Fuel tanks address fuel lines and
ventilation of petrol tank
compartments. The design
and construction of fuel tanks
is specifically addressed by
EN ISO 21487.
4, 5 Annex 1, Clause 5.6.1 Fire The clauses in this standard
protection - General are limited to the installation
of the fuel system to
minimise the risk of fire.
4.1.7, 4.1.8, 4.2.3, 5.2.8 Annex 1 A, Clause 5.8 This standard addresses the
Discharge prevention prevention of fuel overflow
from vent openings and
blowback of fuel through fill
fittings. It does not address
accidental spillage entering
the environment.
WARNING: Other requirements and other EU Directives may be applicable to the product(s) falling within
the scope of this standard.
INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 10088
Fourth edition
2013-08-15
Small craft — Permanently installed
fuel systems
Petits navires — Systèmes à carburant installés à demeure
Reference number
ISO 10088:2013(E)
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Contents Page
Foreword .iv
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions . 1
4 General requirements . 3
4.1 Materials and design . 3
4.2 Testing . 4
4.3 Installation . 4
5 Fuel pipes, hoses, connections and accessories . 4
5.1 Fuel filling lines . 4
5.2 Vent lines and components . 5
5.3 Fuel distribution, return and balancing lines . 5
5.4 Hose fittings and hose clamping . 6
5.5 Valves and fittings. 7
5.6 Fuel filters . 7
5.7 Labelling . 7
Annex A (normative) Pressure testing . 8
Bibliography . 9
ISO 10088:2013(E)
Foreword
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bodies (ISO member bodies). The work of preparing International Standards is normally carried out
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Any trade name used in this document is information given for the convenience of users and does not
constitute an endorsement.
The committee responsible for this document is ISO/TC 188, Small craft.
This fourth edition cancels and replaces the third edition (ISO 10088:2009), which has been technically
revised. The major changes concern 4.1.6, 4.3.2, and 5.5.4.
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Small craft — Permanently installed fuel systems
1 Scope
This International Standard specifies the requirements for the design, materials, construction, installation
and testing of permanently installed fuel systems as installed for internal combustion engines.
It applies to all parts of permanently installed diesel and petrol fuel systems as installed, from the
fuel fill opening to the point of connection with the propulsion or auxiliary engine(s) on inboard- and
outboard-powered small craft of up to 24 m hull length.
Requirements for the design, materials, construction and testing of permanently installed fixed fuel
tanks are given in ISO 21487.
2 Normative references
The following referenced documents are indispensable for the application 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.
ISO 1817, Rubber, vulcanized or thermoplastic — Determination of the effect of liquids
ISO 7840:2013, Small craft — Fire-resistant fuel hoses
ISO 8469:2013, Small craft — Non-fire-resistant fuel hoses
ISO 8846, Small craft — Electrical devices — Protection against ignition of surrounding flammable gases
ISO 10133, Small craft — Electrical systems — Extra-low-voltage d.c. installations
ISO 11105, Small craft — Ventilation of petrol engine and/or petrol tank compartments
ISO 11192, Small craft — Graphical symbols
ISO 13297, Small craft — Electrical systems — Alternating current installations
ISO 21487, Small craft — Permanently installed petrol and diesel fuel tanks
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply.
3.1
accessible
capable of being reached for inspection, removal or maintenance without removal of permanent
craft structure
Note 1 to entry: Hatches are not regarded as permanent craft structures in this sense, even if tools such as
wrenches or screwdrivers are needed to open them. Hatches for inspection or maintenance of fuel tanks may be
covered by uncut carpet, provided that all tank fittings can be inspected and maintained through other openings.
3.2
readily accessible
capable of being reached quickly and safely for maintenance or effective use under emergency conditions
without the use of tools
ISO 10088:2013(E)
3.3
permanently installed
securely fastened so that tools need to be used for removal
3.4
anti-siphon valve
demand valve which can be opened only by fuel pump suction to withdraw fuel from a tank and which
will remain closed when the fuel pump is not operating, preventing siphon action created by a break or
leakage at any point in the fuel distribution system
3.5
static floating position
attitude in which the boat floats in calm fresh water according to light craft mass m with each fuel
LCC
tank filled to rated capacity but excluding all non-permanently attached interior and exterior equipment
[1]
Note 1 to entry: Light craft mass m is specified in ISO 8666:2002 , 6.3.
LCC
[2]
[SOURCE: ISO 13590:2003 , 3.3, modified]
3.6
petrol
hydrocarbon fuel, or blend thereof, which is liquid at atmospheric pressure and is used in spark-
ignition engines
3.7
diesel
hydrocarbon fuel, or blend thereof, which is liquid at atmospheric pressure and is used in compression-
ignition engines
3.8
spud
rigid pipe or spigot used for the connection of pipes and hoses to tanks or components such as filters
and pumps
3.9
swaged sleeve
permanently attached fuel hose end fitting obtained by applying even compression to a metal sleeve
or ferrule, sufficient to make the inner lining of the hose take up the shape of the insert and create a
pressure seal
Note 1 to entry: See Figure 1.
Key
1 hose
2 sleeve
Figure 1 — Swaged sleeve
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Frequently Asked Questions
SIST EN ISO 10088:2017 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Small craft - Permanently installed fuel systems (ISO 10088:2013)". This standard covers: ISO 10088:2013 specifies the requirements for the design, materials, construction, installation and testing of permanently installed fuel systems as installed for internal combustion engines. It applies to all parts of permanently installed diesel and petrol fuel systems as installed, from the fuel fill opening to the point of connection with the propulsion or auxiliary engine(s) on inboard- and outboard-powered small craft of up to 24 m hull length. Requirements for the design, materials, construction and testing of permanently installed fixed fuel tanks are given in ISO 21487.
ISO 10088:2013 specifies the requirements for the design, materials, construction, installation and testing of permanently installed fuel systems as installed for internal combustion engines. It applies to all parts of permanently installed diesel and petrol fuel systems as installed, from the fuel fill opening to the point of connection with the propulsion or auxiliary engine(s) on inboard- and outboard-powered small craft of up to 24 m hull length. Requirements for the design, materials, construction and testing of permanently installed fixed fuel tanks are given in ISO 21487.
SIST EN ISO 10088:2017 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 47.020.20 - Marine engines and propulsion systems; 47.080 - Small craft. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
SIST EN ISO 10088:2017 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST EN ISO 10088:2013, SIST EN ISO 10088:2023, SIST EN ISO 10088:2013. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
SIST EN ISO 10088:2017 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 2013/53/EU; Standardization Mandates: M/542. 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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The SIST EN ISO 10088:2017 standard offers a comprehensive framework for the design, materials, construction, installation, and testing of permanently installed fuel systems in small craft. By addressing both diesel and petrol fuel systems, it ensures a uniform approach across various types of internal combustion engine installations in small boats with a hull length of up to 24 meters. One of the significant strengths of this standard is its clarity in defining the requirements that span from the fuel fill opening to the connection point with propulsion or auxiliary engines. This holistic scope not only aids manufacturers and installers in adhering to safety and operational benchmarks but also minimizes risks associated with fuel system failures, thus enhancing the reliability of marine operations. Moreover, the relevant integration with ISO 21487, which outlines specific requirements for fixed fuel tanks, enriches the utility of SIST EN ISO 10088:2017. This relationship allows stakeholders to adhere to a coherent set of guidelines when dealing with various components of small craft fuel systems. The standard's focus on permanently installed fuel systems is particularly important in the context of safety and environmental protection. By addressing installation practices and materials, it helps ensure that these systems are built to withstand marine conditions while minimizing leakage or other safety hazards. In summary, the SIST EN ISO 10088:2017 standard is a crucial document that underpins best practices in the marine industry for permanently installed fuel systems. Its clear scope, robust requirements, and link to other relevant standards underscore its importance for manufacturers, installers, and regulatory bodies alike.
SIST EN ISO 10088:2017 표준은 소형 선박에 영구적으로 설치된 연료 시스템에 대한 중요한 규정을 제시하고 있습니다. 이 표준은 내연 기관을 위해 설치된 연료 시스템의 설계, 재료, 건설, 설치 및 테스트에 대한 요구사항을 명확히 하고 있습니다. ISO 10088:2013에 따라, 이 표준은 최대 24m의 선체 길이를 가진 내보와 외부 동력 소형 선박에 설치된 영구적으로 설치된 디젤 및 휘발유 연료 시스템의 모든 부분에 적용됩니다. 이 표준은 연료 주입구에서 추진 또는 보조 엔진과의 연결 지점까지의 모든 설치 부분을 포괄하여, 소형 선박의 안전성과 신뢰성을 향상시키는 데 기여합니다. SIST EN ISO 10088:2017의 강점 중 하나는 연료 시스템의 설계와 관련된 심층적인 요구사항을 제공한다는 점입니다. 이는 다양한 종류의 소형 선박에서 사용할 수 있는 유연성을 제공하며, 모든 연료 탱크의 건설과 관련된 ISO 21487 표준을 기반으로 하고 있습니다. 이로 인해 사용자는 높은 안전 수준을 유지하면서 연료 시스템의 최적화를 도모할 수 있습니다. 또한, 이 표준의 적절한 적용은 소형 선박의 긴 수명을 보장하고, 연료 시스템에서 발생할 수 있는 위험 요소를 최소화하는 데 중요한 역할을 합니다. 이를 통해 제조업체와 선박 소유자는 규정 준수를 통해 안전하고 효율적인 운항을 유지할 수 있습니다. 결론적으로, SIST EN ISO 10088:2017은 소형 선박의 영구적으로 설치된 연료 시스템의 안전하고 효율적인 설계를 위한 필수적인 기준을 제공하며, 이 표준의 준수는 산업 전반의 품질 향상에 기여할 것입니다.
SIST EN ISO 10088:2017は、小型船舶における永久的に設置された燃料システムに関する国際標準を提供しており、非常に重要な役割を果たしています。この標準は、内燃機関に取り付けられた燃料システムの設計、材料、建設、設置およびテストの要件を明確に定義しています。特に、最大24メートルの船体長を持つ内装および外装の小型船舶に適用されることから、その適用範囲は広範であり、多くの業界関係者にとって価値があります。 この標準の強みは、その詳細な要件にあります。特に、燃料の充填口から推進または補助エンジンとの接続ポイントまでの設計に関する仕様は、船舶の安全性と運用効率を高めるために不可欠です。また、ISO 21487に基づく永久的に設置された固定燃料タンクの要件も提供されており、これにより、標準はより包括的なものとなっています。 さらに、SIST EN ISO 10088:2017は、小型船舶の燃料システムにおけるリスク管理を強化し、設計者や製造者に対し、安全基準を遵守するための具体的な指針を示します。このようにすることで、事故や故障を未然に防ぎ、業界全体の信頼性を向上させる効果があります。 この標準は、小型船舶の運営や設計において、持続可能性や安全性の確保に不可欠な要素を提供し、国際的な規範に沿った高品質な燃料システムの実現を促進します。したがって、SIST EN ISO 10088:2017は、船舶業界における重要な認識を集めており、その適用は多くの利点をもたらすでしょう。
La norme SIST EN ISO 10088:2017 est un cadre essentiel qui régit les systèmes de carburant installés de manière permanente pour les petites embarcations. Son champ d'application est clair et précis, englobant tous les aspects des systèmes de carburant diesel et essence installés, allant de l'ouverture de remplissage de carburant jusqu'à la connexion avec les moteurs de propulsion ou auxiliaires des petits navires de moins de 24 mètres de longueur de coque. Les points forts de cette norme résident dans le niveau détaillé de ses exigences concernant la conception, les matériaux, la construction, l'installation et les tests des systèmes de carburant. Cette approche exhaustive garantit non seulement la sécurité des utilisateurs, mais également la fiabilité à long terme des installations. La norme prend en compte les différents scénarios que peuvent rencontrer ces systèmes dans des conditions réelles, assurant ainsi leur performance optimale. De plus, la pertinence de la norme SIST EN ISO 10088:2017 est accentuée par son alignement avec d'autres documents normatifs tels qu'ISO 21487, qui traite spécifiquement des exigences relatives aux réservoirs de carburant fixes installés de manière permanente. En cela, elle établit une cohérence dans les directives liées aux dispositifs de stockage de carburant, renforçant encore sa valeur pour les concepteurs et les fabricants. En conclusion, la norme SIST EN ISO 10088:2017 fournit un cadre solide et fiable pour le développement et la mise en œuvre de systèmes de carburant installés de manière permanente sur les petites embarcations, favorisant ainsi des pratiques sûres et efficaces dans cette industrie.
Die SIST EN ISO 10088:2017 ist ein maßgebliches Dokument, das die Anforderungen für die Konstruktion, Materialien, Installation und Prüfung von fest installierten Kraftstoffsystemen in kleinen Wasserfahrzeugen definiert. Der Standard ist insbesondere für kleine Wasserfahrzeuge von bis zu 24 Metern Rumpflänge relevant und umfasst alle Teile der permanenter Kraftstoffsysteme, sowohl für Diesel- als auch Benzinantriebe. Ein bedeutender Vorteil dieser Norm ist ihre detaillierte Spezifikation der Anforderungen an die Konstruktion und Materialien, welche darauf abzielen, die Sicherheit und Effizienz der Kraftstoffsysteme zu gewährleisten. Dies trägt zur Vermeidung von Leckagen und anderen sicherheitsrelevanten Vorfällen bei. Darüber hinaus behandelt die Norm sowohl die Installation als auch die Testverfahren, was eine umfassende Betrachtung und Überprüfung der Systeme ermöglicht. Die Relevanz der SIST EN ISO 10088:2017 manifestiert sich besonders in der heutigen Zeit, in der Sicherheitsstandards und umweltfreundliche Praktiken zunehmend in den Vordergrund rücken. Durch die strengen Vorgaben zu Materialien und Tests gewährleistet der Standard, dass die Kraftstoffsysteme nicht nur leistungsfähig, sondern auch nachhaltig sind. Zusammenfassend lässt sich sagen, dass die SIST EN ISO 10088:2017 wesentliche Kriterien für die Entwicklung und das Management von fest installierten Kraftstoffsystemen in kleinen Wasserfahrzeugen bietet und dadurch einen wichtigen Beitrag zur Sicherheit und Effizienz der maritimen Industrie leistet.
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