BRITISH STANDARD 2009 Sanitary tapware — Single taps and combination taps for water supply systems of type 1 and type 2 — General technical specification Tes91.14070 NO COPYING WITHOUT BSI RMITTED BY! CHT LAW. +» British StandardsBS EN 200:2008 National foreword ‘This British Standard is the UK implementation of EN 200:2008. It supersedes BS EN 200:1992 and BS 5412:1996, which is declared obsolescent. In the opinion of the UK Committee the text of this standard contains errors and these were recorded by the UK Committee at the time of the Formal Vote. Most of these errors are of an editorial nature and they do not have any technical implications. However, the omission of values for the radius of the supply pipe before the fitting under test in Figures 13, and 14 could impact upon the reproducibility of test results. In each case the UK Committee would considers a radius of > 4 times the diameter of the pipe to be satisfactory. ‘The UK participation in its preparation was entrusted to Technical Committee B/504/8, Sanitary tapware A list of organizations represented on this committee can be obtained on request to its secretary. This publication does Hot purport to include all the necessary provisions of a contract. Users are responsible for its correct application, Compliance with a British Standard cannot confer immunity from legal obligations. This British Standard Amendments/corrigenda issued since publication was published under the authority ofthe Standards Policy and Date Comments Strategy Committee on 31 poeiais Correction to low resolution images BST 2000 ———F 31 March 2009 | Correction to poor quality figures ISBN 078 0 80 67357 3BS EN 200:2008 EUROPEAN STANDARD EN 200 NORME EUROPEENNE EUROPAISCHE NORM uly 2008 Ics 91.140.70 ‘Supersedes EN 200:2004 English Version Sanitary tapware - Single taps and combination taps for water supply systems of type 1 and type 2 - General technical specification obineltore sanitaire - Robinets simples st mélangeurs ‘Sanitrarmaturen- Auslauventie und Mischbatteren for pour les eystomes Galmantaton type 1 et ype 2 Wiasserversorgungssysteme vom Typ 1 und Typ 2 Splbciication techniques genéraies ‘Algomoine ochnische Spaztikaton “This European Standard was approved by CEN on 15 June 2008, (CEN members aro bound to comply wth the CEN/CENELEC lntemal Regulations which stipulato the conditions for glving this European Standard the slatus of a national standard without any altealon, Up-to-dale ists and bbographicalrelorencas concerning such national standards may be obiained on apploation to the CEN Managemen! Cente orto any CEN mombor ‘This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translation Under te responsibilty of a CEN member into is own language and notied o the GEN Management Centre has the same status as the ‘official versions. CEN memivers are the national standards bodies of Ausra, Selgium, Bulgaia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, leland, lreland, italy, Latvia, Lihuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, maria, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzoriand and United Kingdom. am! ELROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATION COMITE EUROPEEN DE NORMALISATION EUROPAISCHES KOMITEE FOR NORMUNG Management Centre: re de Stassart, 36 B-1050 Brussels (©2008 CEN Alright of explotaton in any form and by any means reserved Fl No. EN 200:2008: € ‘worldwide for CEN national Members,BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) Contents Page Foreword. Introduction Scope 2 Normative references 4 3 Designation 4 Marking and ider 5 Materials . 6 Dimensional characteristics. 7 Sequence of testing, 8 —_Leaktightness characteristics 9 Pressure resistance characteristics - mechanical performance under pressure. 10 Hydraulic characteristic: 11 Mechanical strength characteristics - torsion test for operating mechanism... 12 Mechanical endurance characteristi 13 Backflow protection. 14 Acoustic characteristics Annex A (informative) Pressure take-off tee. BibliographyBS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) Figure Figure 1 - Supply system of Type 1 with a pressure range of (0,05 to 1,0) MPa [(0,5 to 10) bar] 2 Figure 2 - Supply system of Type 2 with a pressure range of (0,01 to 1,0) MPa [(0,1 to 10) bar] 10 igure 3 - Bib taps % and %-- Single-hole taps %.. jure 4 - Multi-hole combination taps jure 5 - Supply connections for taps and remote outlet: jure 6 - Pillar and bib taps Figure 7 - Remote outlet. Figure 8 - Single hole combination tap Figure 9 - Bath/shower combination tap... Figure 10 - Single hole combination tap jure 11 - Two hole combination tap (fixed centres). Figure 12 - Three hole combination tap (adjustable centres) Figure 13 - Apparatus for testing the leaktightness of automatic diverters for taps for supply system of Type 2... jure 14 - Flow rate test apparatus for taps for Type 2 supply systems 7 35 jure 15 - Life test -closing torque vs time... Figure 16 - Endurance test rig for divided-outlet swivel spout.. Figure A.1 - Prossure take-off tee (test rig Type 1 taps) een ener a7 Figure A.2 - Schematic examples of pressure take-off tees (test rig Type 1 taps)BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) Table Table 1 - Conditions of use/Classifications ... Table 2 - Performance characteristics to be noted if used outside the recommended operating range ..8 Table 3 - Designation.. Table 4 - Inlet dimensions (Pillar & bib taps, Table 5 - Outlet taps) .. Table 6 - Mounting dimensions (Pillar taps, Table 7 - Test Sequence Table 8 - Summary of tightness tests... imensions (Remote outlets, Table 9 - Summary of pressure resistance characteristic tests........ Table 10 - Minimum flow rates and test pressures according to application... Table 11 - Endurance Test conditions. Table 12 - Summary of test conditions for diverters.. Table 13 - Flow rate classes (EN ISO 3822-4:1997, Annex A) Table 14 - Acoustic group. Table A.1 - Dimensions of the pressure take-off tee.BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) Foreword This document (EN 200:2008) has been prepared by Technical Committee CENITC 164 ‘Water supply’, 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 January 2009, and conflicting national standards shall be withdrawn at the latest by January 2009. Attention is drawn to the possibilty 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 200:2004, This document acknowledges the field of application of tapware used in: — water supply systems of Type 1 (see Figure 1 and Table 1) with a pressure range of 0,05 MPa (0,5 bar) to 1,0 MPa (10 bar); — water supply systems of Type 2 (see Figure 2 and Table 1) with a pressure range of 0,01 MPa (0,1 bar) to 1,0 MPa (10 bar) - which combines mains-fed and cistern-fed water supply systems, 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, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom.BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) Introduction In respect of potential adverse effects on the quality of water intended for human consumption, caused by the product covered by this European Standard. This European Standard provides no information as to whether the product can be used without restriction in any of the Member States of the EU or EFTA. It should be noted that, while awaiting the adoption of verifiable European criteria, existing national regulations ‘conceming the use andor the characteristics of these products remain in force, This document identifies characteristics and technical requirements for single and combination taps.BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) 1 Scope This European Standard specifies: a) _ the field of application for pillar taps, bib taps, single and multi-hole combination taps for use in: 1) a supply system of Type 1 (see Figure 1); 2) a supply system of Type 2 (see Figure 2); b) the dimensional, leaktightness, pressure resistance, hydraulic performance, mechanical strength, endurance and acoustic characteristics of nominal size % and % single taps and combination taps; ) test methods to verify the characteristics. The tests described in this European Standard are type tests (laboratory tests) and not quality control tests carried out during manufacture. This European Standard applies to draw-off taps (single taps and combination taps) for use with sanitary appliances installed in rooms used for bodily hygiene (cloakrooms, bathrooms etc.) and in kitchens, i. for use with baths, wash basins, bidets, showers and sinks. Figure 1 shows a supply system of Type 1 with a pressure range of (0,05 to 1,0) Mpa [(0,5 to 10) bar}. Figure 2 shows a supply system of Type 2 with a pressure range of (0,01 to 1,0) Mpa [(0,1 to 10) bar}. This European Standard applies to sanitary draw-off taps of nominal size % and % (PN 10) ‘The conditions of use and classifications are given in Table 1. The Table 2 gives the performance characteristics 10 be noted ifthe tap is used outside the recommended operating range.BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) Table 1 — Conditions of use/Classifications Water supply Operating range of taps iowa] acoustics | Marking systom - Limits Recommended | SeeTable13 | See 14 Seed Dynamic Pressure zeorsis | Go | torexample 20,05 Mpa Dynamic Pressure | A<0,251/s a 4 ‘Type 1 (0,5 bar) (0,1 to 0,5) Mpa S$<0,33 Us @zalle CIB see Figure 1 | Static Pressure | [(1.0 10 6.0) bar] Bs0.4a2us ° 1,0 Mpa seenote”) C<0,50 Ns ihe) (10,0 bar) Ds 0,63 l/s Unclassified Wee Dynamic Pressure ‘See Table 10 20,01 Mpa |. Dynamic Pressure 59,706 1 x Type 2 (0,1 bar) (0,02t00,1)MPa_ |< 9250 1g see note? 7 seoFigue2 | SiaicPressure | 021010)ber) |e piz5y, | (eased) | 1,0 Mpa 200 note Hot and (10.0 bar) < 0.070 ls Gold Temperature [590°C 65°C =) Without flow rate class: Taps without interchangeable outlet accessories are tested with the original outlet accessories of | the manufactur and are not marked vith a Now rte ass ®) Measured at the shower outlet when incorporated. ©) Theres usualy no acoustic clssifcaton for tps usedtin supply sytem of Type 2 and no specications governing the eval of noise emissions tem theso watarinstalaons. I supply pressures are such tal excessive nose s ganerated itis recorimended that pressixe or lw reguators ae fited in the system, or where practcablo, aps config to the approprate acoustic classification dvan 14 35 aro used © Combination taps wih divided outlet (mains fed on cold inlet for Type 2"eyslem: Wis essontl that such laps are Connactes to a mains water supply capable of maintaining @ minimum flow pressure of 0,08 MPa (0 bar trough te cad inet Table 2— Performance characteristics to be noted if used outside the recommended operating range Operational Force Supply system Type 1 “Taps for Type 2 systems having rapid action mechanisms can require a higher operating force. ‘Supply system Type 2 Diverter Operation ‘Taps for Type 2 systems can require more ‘operational force. Taps for Type 1 systems with automatic diveriers | may not hold in the shower mode due to low dynamic supply pressure, Flow Performance “Taps for Type 2 systems can result in excessive flow velocities, Taps for Type 1 systems may not provide an’ acceptable rate of flow. Noise "National regulations can require an acoustically classified tap to be specified. ‘Taps for Type 1 and Type 2 systems can result in excessive noise when used above the recommended maximum pressure, 8BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) Key Cold water Hot water Maine supply pipe (Supply pressures up to 10 bar) Water heater Figure 1 - Supply system of Type 1 with a pressure range of (0,05 to 1,0) MPa [(0,5 to 10) bar]BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) Key Cold water storage cistem (cover omitted for clarity) Warning pipe Vent pipe Hot water cylinder Alternative cistern fed cold supply to sanitary appliances To boiler Mains supply pipe (supply pressures up to 10 bar) Figure 2 - Supply system of Type 2 with a pressure range of (0,01 to 1,0) MPa [(0,1 to 10) bar] Figure 2 shows a vented domestic hot water and cold water supply system incorporating gravity hot water, mains cold water and alternative gravity cold water supply to sanitary appliances.BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) 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. EN 246, Sanitary tapware — General specifications for flow rate regulators EN 248, Sanitary tapware ~ General specification for electrodeposited coatings of Ni-Cr EN 1112, Sanitary tapware - Shower outlets for sanitary tapware for water supply systems of type 1 and type 2— General technical specification EN 1113, Sanitary tapware ~ Shower hoses for sanitary tapware for water supply systems of type 1 and type 2 — General technicai specification EN 1254-2, Copper and copper alloys - Plumbing fittings — Part 2: Fittings with compression ends for use with copper tubes EN 1717, Protection against pollution of potable water in water installations and general requirements of devices to prevent pollution by backflow prEN 13618-1, Hose assembly — Flexible hose assembly ~ Part 1: Product standard for flexible hose assembly (with or without braiding) prEN 13618-2, Water supply — Hose assembly — Part 2: Semi-rigid hose assembly EN 14506, Devices to prevent pollution by backflow of potable water ~ Automatic diverter — Family H, type C EN ISO 226-1, Pipe threads where pressure-tight joints are not made on the threads ~ Part 1: Dimensions, tolerances and designation (ISO 228-1:2000) EN ISO 3822-1, Acoustics: Laboratory tests on noise emission from appliances and equipment used in weter supply installations — Part 1: Method of measurement (ISO 3822-1:1999) EN ISO 3822-2, Acoustics: Laboratory tests on noise emission from appliances and equipment used in water supply installations - Part 2: Mounting and operating conditions for draw-off taps and mixing valves (ISO 3822- 2:1995) EN ISO 3822-4:1997, Acoustics - Laboratory tests on noise emission from appliances and equipment used in water supply installations — Part 4: Mounting and operating conditions for special appliances (ISO 3822-4:1997) 3 Designation ‘The taps covered by this European Standard are designated by characteristics identified in Table 3. EXAMPLE Example of designation: ‘Combination tap for supply system of Type 1, nominal size %, Zshole with combined visible body, for mounting ‘on horizontal surface, diverter, fixed outlet, flow rate classes C/B, with acoustic group I, EN 200. "BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) Table 3 — Designation ‘Tapware according to application (see Table 1) Supply system ‘Type 1 oF Type 2 (see Table 1) Type of tap Pillar, bib tap or combination tap Intendeduse Basin, bidet, sink, bath or shower Nominal size korm Mounting method Horizontal or vertical surfaces Body Single or muti-hole, visible, or concealed Diverter with or without diverter Fixed, moveable, divided, with or without flow rate’ Type of outlet oe Acoustic group and classification “Taps for supply system of Type t Group |, or Group Il, or unclassified ‘Taps for supply system of Type2 Water saving properties | Yes / No Flow rate class Supply system Type 1 Z,A,8,B,C,0 Supply system Type 2 XR Ref. to this European Standard EN 200 4 Marking and identification 4.4 Marking 4.1.1 Requirements for taps for a supply system of Type 1 ‘Taps for a supply system of Type 1 shall be marked permanently and legibly with: —_ the manufacturer's or agent's name or identification - on the body or handle; — the manufacturer's name or identification - on the headwork (not applicable when the headwork is of a special design to suit the body); — the acoustic group (see Table 14) and the flow rate class(es) (see Table 13), if applicable - on the body. For water saving taps, appropriate information to installers and users shall be provided NOTE In the case of Bath/Shower taps, the flow rate is indicated by the firs letter for the bath outlet and by the second letter for the shower outletBS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) EXAMPLE Examples of marking Name or identification and IA, or IA (acoustic group and flow rate class(es)) Name or identification and I-, or IU- (acoustic group, without flow rate class). Name or identification and IC/A, or IICIA (Bath/Shower tap; the first letter being for the bath outlet, the second letter being for the shower outlet), 41.2. Requirements for taps for a supply system of Type 2 Taps for a supply sysiem of Type 2 shall be marked permanently and legibly with: — the manufacturer's or agent's name or identification - on the body or handle; — the manufacturer's name or identification - on the headwork (not applicable when the headwork is of a special design to suit the body), EXAMPLE Example of marking Name or identification. 4.2 Identification 424 Colour code ‘The control devices for taps shall be identified: — for cold water by the colour blue or wordiletters for cold; — for hot water by the colour red or word/letters for hot; — anyother suitable means. 42.2.1 Horizontal arrangements ‘The cold water control device shall be on the right and the hot water control device on the left, when viewed from the front. 42.2.2 Vertical arrangements Vertical arrangements of control devices require the hot water control device to be uppermost. 42.3 Divided outlet combination taps In the case of divided outlet combination taps for supply systems of Type 2 (with mains fed on cold inlet) which give cold water flow rates at 0,01 MPa (0,1 bar) of less than 7,5 limin the cold-water inlet shall be colour coded blue, 8g. using coloured tape, disks, paint or any other suitable means, 5 Materials 5.4 Chemical and hygiene requirements All materials coming into contact with water intended for human consumption shall present no risk to health, 3BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) They shall not cause any change of the drinking water in terms of quality, appearance, smell or taste. 5.2 Exposed surface conditions Visible chromium plated surfaces and Ni-Cr coatings shall comply with the requirements of EN 248. 6 Dimensional characteristics 6.1 General remarks The design and construction of components without defined dimensions permits various design solutions to be adopted by the manufacturer. Special cases are covered in 6.5. 6.2 Inlet dimen: ns, Inlet dimensions shall be as specified in Table 4, Figure 3, Figure 4 and Figure 6.BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) Table 4 — Inlet dimensions (Pillar & bib taps, single- & multi-hole combination taps) Inlet dimensions (in mm) ‘Comments Shank, Union, Bib tap, Captive nut a 7 GAB | shank, Union In accordance with EN ISO 228-1 Ai | @%s A2 | -Siin. | Captive nut A3_[ 15min __| Shank, Union (straight or eccent on (straight or eocente) | ygeful tread length A6 |__ttmin [Bib tap size % AT | 14min [Bidtapsize% Connecting centres Ge | 15041 ‘Supply connection, Straight unions 2—hole wall abated size 1 with eccentric unions (extension of this G61 | 14010160 eee - ft range is permitted) G2 | 200235 _|Mult-hole combination tap 63 | 16045 Inlet connections Ni | 123402 Type A size % N2 5min a Na | 1521005 |TypeB size % N2_| 13min |30* chamorftat 0,3 na | 147403 Type C size % w2 | 64min wa | 199+ Dosis ‘Type C size % N2 | 64min z Plain end 2 10, 12, 18, G % or G38 male or female ‘Copper tube(s) or flexible hoce(s) Tube(s) or flexible hose(s) u | 350min Flexible hoses in accordance with prEN 13618-1 andlor prEN 136182 Other dimensions are permissible (for replacement) when market tradition requires it, provided the manufacturer specrfes the actual dimension in Herature to avoid confusion with the standard dimension — which can be achieved Using an excentric connection, 15BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) 1 2 Key 1 Flexible hose 2 Plain tube Figure 3 - Bib taps % and %- Single-hole taps ‘% 16BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) Gt AB 0 p a a T = a Figure 4 - Multi-hole combination taps Type A Type B N2 Nt 0,3 min AIA Figure 5 - Supply connections for taps and remote outlets "7BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) 6.3 Outlet dimensions Outlet dimensions shall be as specified in Table 5, Figure 6, Figure 7, Figure 8 and Figure 9. When nozzle outlets are used with flow rate regulators conforming with EN 246, the manufacturing tolerances chosen for the connecting threads of the outlets shall be compatible with those of the connecting threads of the flow rate regulators, in order to ensure interchangeability.BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) Table 5 - Outlet dimensions (Remote outlets, pillar taps, bib taps, single- and multi-hole combination taps) Outlet dimensions (in mm) ‘Comments. Dimension from lowest point of the outlet orifice including any flow rate regulator fF flow straightener, to the mounting Outlet Once surface. For a period of § years following . approval at final vote a value of 20 mm EARS | Lowest point | acceptable for size % taps for Type 2 All taps and outlets systems. Regulations exist in some EU Member States that set dimensions greater than those indicated in this standard. D | 80min | Pilar tap %, % Bib tap 67 min | Pillar tap % for Type 2 systems Dimension from the centre of the outlet orifice including any flow rate regulator D1 | 90min | Horizontal mounted combination tap or flow straightener. Wall mounted combination tap D3 | 15min | separate spout A | cue Remote outlet In accordance with EN ISO 228-1 at | cue As | 75min Useful thread length Shower Outlet as [| 95min Free length of connection Nozzle outlets to accept flow rate regulators shall be in accordance with EN 246, NOTE Naz autlots notin accordance with EN 246, ae covered by 6.5. 19BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) 1 2 Key 1 Pillar tap 2 Bibtap Figure 6 - Pillar and bib taps 20BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) bo. 1 LU Figure 7 - Remote outlet Figure 8 - Single hole combination tap Figure 9 - Bath/shower combination tap 24BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) 6.4 Mounting dimensions Mounting dimensions shall be as specified in Table 6, Figure 10, Figure 11 and Figure 12. Table 6 - Mounting dimensions (Pillar taps, single- and multi-hole combination taps) Dimensions (in mm) ‘Comments ‘Shank diameter H1 | 24max_| Two hole combination taps size % Fixed centres: Pilar tap size %, separate outlel, side spray, 3 hole 2 | 29max | combination tap size % Adjustable centres Single hole combination tap, Pillar tap size %, 2-hole 13 | 33,5max | combination tap size % S-hole combination tap size Base or flange: 1 | 42min [Pilar tap size 1, Basin, Bidet, Sink 50 min_| Pillar tap size %, 2-hole combination tap size % Dimension of base or flange J2_|_45min_ | Bath, Bath/Shower, Basin, Bidet, Sink J3 | 50max_| Pillar tap, Single & Multi hole combination tap Diameter of clamping washer V_| 32max_[Basin, Bidet, Sink V1 | 35max_| Bath — Two hole combination tap Flange projection to rear V3_| 47 max_[3-hole combination tap ‘Minimum range (mm) of supports, Which allows the installation of the tap [Dimension which allows taps. and outlets to be fitted on to supports of thickness between 1 mm and 18 mmBS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) Zi et I HL Type ! | | | a bom A 8 B 1 2 3 Key 1 Basin; Bidet; Sink 2 Remote spray attachment 3. Pillartap Figure 10 - Single hole combination tap vt Figure 14 - Two hole combination tap (fixed centres) 23BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) | | t HH B HUH 1 | T Figure 12 - Three hole combination tap (adjustable centres) 6.5 Special cases Single taps and combination taps intended for special applications, e.g. for installation on sanitary appliances not conforming with European Standards, or where dimensional interchangeability is not a requirement can incorporate dimensional deviations provided that: — all other requirements of this European Standard are satisfied: — secure fixing to the mounting surface is provided with all fixing holes covered; — thread connections to the supply pipes comply with EN ISO 228-1; — the air gap dimension E > 25 mm or a backflow prevention device is provided in accordance with EN 1717; — the D1 dimension shall be coordinated with the appropriate sanitary appliance. ‘The manufacturer's literature including the installation instructions supplied with the tapware shalt indicate clearly that the tapware Is for special applications, 6.6 Flexible hoses for shower outlets Requirements for flexible hoses for shower outlets shall be as specified in EN 1113. 6.7 Shower outlets Requirements for Shower outlets shall be as specified in EN 1112, 7 Sequence of testing The samples shall be subjected to the test sequence shown in Table 7.BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) Table 7 - Test Sequence Sequence ‘Sample 1 Sample 2 1 Dimensions (see 6) 2 Leaktighiness (see 8) Flow rate (see 10) 3 Endurance (see 12) Mechanical stenath (see 11) 4 Lleaktighiness (see 8) Leaktighiness (see 8) Nas Prossure resistance (see 9) NOTE Acoustic feSting will require three samples which may be different from the two meniloned above. 8 Leaktightness characteristics 8.1 General This clause describes the test methods that shall be carried out to verify the leaktightness of the complete tap and specifies the corresponding requirements (see Table 8). 8.2 Test methods 8.2.1. Principle ‘The principle of the test consists of checking under cold water pressure the leaktightness of: — the obturator (see 8.3); — the complete tap (see 8.4); — the bath/shower diverter (either manual or with automatic return) (see 8.5, 8.6 and 8.7). In the case of a diverter with automatic retum being considered to provide backflow prevention, it shall comply with the requirements of EN 14506 8.2.2 Apparatus ‘A hydraulic test circuit, capable of supplying the required pressures and of maintaining them throughout the duration of the tests. A hydraulic test circuit, capable of supplying gradually the required static and dynamic pressures and of maintaining them throughout the duration of the test. 8.3 Leaktightness of the obturator and of the tap upstream of the obturator(s) with the obturator in the closed position 83.1 Procedure a) Connect the tap to the test circuit; b) with the outlet orifice open, and generally tumed downwards, close the obturator(s) using a torque of (1,5 + 0,15) Nm for nominal size % and (2,5 + 0,25) Nm for nominal size %; if a stuffing box is used to ensure leaktighiness of the headwork, the packing gland shall be loosened before application of the closing torque; c) apply to the inlet of the tap a water pressure of (1,6 + 0,05) MPa [(16,0 + 0,5) bar] and maintain it for (60+ 5) s. 25BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) 8.3.2 Requirements — Verification of leaktightness upstream of the obturator: — throughout the duration of the test there shall be no leakage or seepage through the walls. — Verification of leaktightness of the obturator: — throughout the duration of the test there shall be no leakage of the obturator, Le. at the outlet 8.4 Leaktightness of the tap downstream of the obturator(s) with the obturator open 8.4.1, General Not applicable when the outlet cannot be closed. 8.4.2 Procedure a) Connect the tap to the test circuit b) Ifa stuffing box is used to ensure leaktightness of the headwork, ensure that the packing gland is tightened in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions; ‘¢) with the outlet orifice(s) artificially closed, and generally turned downwards open the obturator(s); 4) apply to the inlet of the tap a water pressure of (0.4 + 0,02) MPa (4,0 + 0.2) bar] and maintain it for (60 + 5) s; ) gradually reduce the pressure to (0,02 + 0,002) MPa [(0,2 + 0,02) bar] and maintain it for (60+ 5) s. 8.4.3, Requirement Throughout the duration of the test there shall be no leakage, or seepage through the walls. 8.5 Leaktightness of manually operated diverter 8.5.1. Procedure: flow to bath a) Connect the tap, in its normal position of use, to the test circuit; b) put the diverter in the fiow-to-bath mode, the outlet to bath being artificially closed and the outlet to shower open; c) apply a static water pressure of (0,4 + 0,02) Mpa [(4,0 + 0,2) bar] and maintain it for (60 + 5) s; 4) gradually reduce the pressure to (0,02 + 0,002) Mpa [(0.2 + 0,02) bar] and maintain it for (60 + 5) s; e) check for leakage at the outlet to shower. 8.5.2 Requirement: flow to bath There shall be no leakage at the outlet to shower. 8.5.3 Procedure: flow to shower a) Put the diverter in the flow-to-shower mode, the outlet to shower being artificially closed and the outlet to bath ‘open; 26BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) b) apply a static water pressure of (0,4 + 0,02) Mpa [(4,0 + 0,2) bar] and maintain it for (60 + §) s; ©) gradually reduce the pressure to (0,02 + 0,002) Mpa [(0,2 + 0,02) bar] and maintain it for (60 + 5) 5; d) check for leakage at the outlet to bath. 8.5.4 Requirement: flow to shower There shall be no Jéakage at the outlet to bath. 8.6 Leaktightness and operation of diverter with automatic return: Taps for supply system of Type 4 8.6.1 Procedure: flow to bath a) Connect the tap, in its normal position of use, to the test circuit; b) connect the hydraulic resistance corresponding to the flow rate class marking - see EN ISO 3822-4 to the shower outlet (for example: for marking A. class A resistance will be used during testing); c) put the diverter in the flow-to-bath mode with the outlets to bath and shower open: d) apply a dynamic pressure of (0,4 + 0,02) Mpa [(4,0 + 0,2) bar] and maintain it for (60 + 5) s; ) check for leakage at the outlet to shower. 8.6.2 Requirement: flow to bath ‘There shall be no leakage at the outlet to shower. 8.6.3 Procedure: flow to shower a) Put the diverter in the flow-to-shower mode with the outlets to bath and shower open; b) apply a dynamic pressure of (0,4 + 0,02) Mpa [(4,0 + 0,2) bar] and maintain it for (60 + 5) s; c) check for leakage at the outlet to bath; 4) gradually reduce the pressure to (0,05 + 0,002) Mpa [(0,6 +: 0,02) bar] and maintain it for (60 + 5) s: e) check the diverter position and check for leakage at the outlet to bath; 1) close the tap obturators; 9) check the diverter position 8.6.4 Requirements: flow to shower — There shall be no leakage at the outlet to bath whilst the diverter remains in the flow to shower position; — the diverter shall not return to the flow to bath position at any pressure > (0,05 + 0,002) Mpa [(0,5 + 0,02) bar}; — the diverter shall return to the flow to bath position when the obturators are closed, 8.6.5 Continuation procedure: flow to bath a) Re-open the tap obturators; 27BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) b) re-apply a dynamic pressure of (0,05 + 0,002) Mpa {(0,5 + 0,02) bar] and maintain it for (60 + 5) s; 8.6.6 Requirement: flow to bath There shall be no leakage at the outlet to shower. 8.7 Leaktightness and operation of diverter with automatic return: Taps for supply system of Type 2 8.7.1 Procedure: flow to bath a) Connect the tap to the test circuit shown in Figure 13 with the control valves of the test circuit closed; b) with the diverter in the flow-to-bath mode, fully open the tap obturator(s); c) open the control valve of the test circuit to supply a combined flow rate of 0,75 ls for (60 + 5) s; d) check for leakage at the shower connection point. 8.7.2 Requirement: flow to bath ‘There shall be no leakage at the shower connection point. 8.7.3 Continuation procedure: flow to shower a) Regulate the dynamic pressure to (0,02 + 0,002) Mpa {(0,2 + 0,02) bar]; b) close the manometer isolating valve: ¢) connect the hydraulic resistance shown in Figure 13 (calibrated to 0,15 V/s at 0,02 MPa) to the hose attachment point; d) put the diverter in the flow-to-shower mode without altering the settings of the test circuit. The outlet to bath shall be open; ©) check for (60 + 5) s for leakage at the outlet to bath; f) open the manometer isolating valve; 9) readjust the dynamic pressure at the tap inlet, by adjustment of the test circuit control valve, to (0.02 + 0,002) Mpa [(0.2 + 0,02) bar] referenced to the bath outlet datum; h) check the diverter position and check for leakage at the outlet to bath for (60 + 5) s; i) close the manometer isolating valve and then close the tap obturators; i) check the diverter position. 8.7.4 Requirements: flow to shower There shall be no leakage at the outlet to bath whilst the diverter remains in the flow to shower position; — the diverter shall not return to the flow to bath position until the obturators are closed; — the diverter shall retum to the flow to bath position when the obturators are closed,BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) 87.5 Continuation procedure: low to bath a) Disconnect the hydraulic resistance; b) fully re-open the tap obturators for (60 +5) s; ¢) record any leakage from the hose attachment point. 87.6 Requirement There shall be no leakage from the hose attachment point. 29BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) Table 8 - Summary of tightness tests Cold water test Tightness of: Position ot | condition |_Test conditions Taps ¥4 and %, Diverters obturatorts) | “of outiot [Pressure | Duration | Fyatiemnen [ ,. orifice(s) amas or aiverte (wpa) ) Obturators closed * Closing torque: = past obturator Upstream of 1,5 Nm for nominal n or through walls te ‘obturator size % par ED 8055 | upstream of astomby 2.5 Nm for nominal obturator size % Downstream of 04 £0.02 Obturetors open | Closed |“! gos |. pastany seal Sec 0,02 + 0,002 Outet to ‘Obturators open, Re docad 0,4 +0,02 e0+5 |7atoutletto diverter in floweto-bath mode Cutler | 0,02 + 0,002 shower Diverter- open manually operated Outlet to shower: ‘Obturators open, closed | 04002 | 4), , |-atoutetto diverter in flowsto-shower mode Outlet to | 0,020,002 bath bath: open According to application, see 88 end 8:7 anes Obturators open, ce coce | 6085 |atachmont diverter in fowsto-bath mode aad point Obiurators open, 04 £0.02 = at outlet to diverter in flow-to-shower mode 0,02 +0002 bath Divertor- | Accoreng te application, see 8.8 and 8.7 0.05 0.002 - pagpvanion we ac |Ob!uators open, cvonerin two |BoMeutets| or Sees automatic | shower mode 0.02 + 0.002 ath N Diverer rovers Obturators closed to low to bath mode According to application, see 8.6 end 8:7 0,05 + 0,002 ~athose Obturators open, or 80#5 attachment diverter in fow-torbath moce 0.02 + 0,002 pat fasting box is used to ensure the lighiness ofthe spindle, the packing gland is loosened 30BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) Dimensions in millimetres Key 4. Pressure gauge (manometer) 7 Hydraulic resistance 2 Isolating valve 8 Hose - can be flexible oF rigid 3. Pressure take-off tee 9 Datum 4° Control valve 10 2040 mm of water (0.2 bar) 5 Flowmeter 11 Centres to suit tap 6 Cold supply Figure 13 - Apparatus for testing the leaktightness of automatic diverters for taps for supply system of Type 2 9 Pressure resistance characteristics - mechanical performance under pressure 9.1 General This clause describes the test method that shall be carried out to verify the mechanical performance under high pressure and specifies the test criteria, 34BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) 9.2 Principle ‘The principle is to detect any deformation of the tap which may occur using cold water under pressure. The test is, carried out both upstream and downstream of the obturator. 9.3 Apparatus A hydraulic test circuit, capable of supplying and of maintaining the required pressures for the duration of the test 9.4 Mechanical behaviour upstream of the obturator- Obturator in the closed position 9.4.1 Procedure a) Connect the tap to the test circui b) with the obturator(s) closed apply at the tap inlet(s) a static water pressure of (2,5 + 0,05) Mpa [(25,0 + 0,5) bar] for (60 +5) s ©) check whether there is permanent deformation in any part of the tapware upstream of the obturator. 9.4.2 Requirement For the duration of the test, there shall be no permanent deformation in any part of the tap. 9.5 Mechanical behaviour downstream of the obturator - Obturator in the open position 9.5.1. Procedure a) Connect the tap as supplied to the test circuit; b) open the tap obturator(s) fully c) for taps with a flow rate regulator fitted apply at the tap inlet a dynamic water pressure of (0,4 + 0,02) Mpa [(4,0 + 0,2) bar] and maintain it for (60 + 5) s; d) for taps without flow rate regulator apply at the tap inlet, for (60 + 5) s, the water pressure nsaded to give a flow rate of (0.4 + 0,04) Ils through taps of nominal size % and a flow rate of (0,8 + 0,08) is through taps of nominal size %; ©) for taps with removable flow rate regulator, the test is carried out both with and without this regulator; f) check whether there is permanent deformation in any part of the tapware downstream of the obturator. 9.5.2 Requirement There shall be no permanent deformation in any part of the tap. 32BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) Table 9 - Summary of pressure resistance characteristic tests pressure Cold water test Test conditions resistance of: | 5 ition ot |Cendltion| _ Prossure ape wand | couurtonts) | ofeutet | ay Duration | Reauirement Tap assombly Upstream of oniuraers) | ope, | 254008) Pa oe ceed ((25,00,5) bar) No permanent Downstream of (044+ 0.02)Mpa ‘efermation obturator. Taps with flow rate regulator [(4,0 + 0,2} bar] Taps size % for Type 60+5 |No Zeystems—wihott | Obtrators) | pe, [Pressure to ave 04 Us permanent flow rate regulator ‘open Seformation of parts ‘Taps size % for Type situated 2 systems — without Pressure to give 0,8 Us downstream flow rate regulator atin 10 Hydraulic characteristics 10.1 General This Clause describes the test methods for measuring the flow rate of single and combination taps. 10.2 Test method 10.2.1 Principle ‘The value of the flow rate corresponding to a reference pressure is determined, the measurement being carried out with the tap fully open. in the case of combination taps each side is tested separately and in some cases with both sides open in accordance with Table 10. For taps for supply systems of Type 1 the reference pressure is (0.3 + 0,02) Mpa [(3.0 + 0.2) bar]. Where these are supplied with accessories according to EN standards (such as flow rate regulators, showers) these are replaced by low-noise flow resistances with calibrated flow rate (see EN ISO 3822-4:1997, Annex A), the measurement being carried out replacing these with a hydraulic resistance corresponding to the flow rate class marking, as defined in Table 13; see also EN 246 (for example: for marking A, class A resistance will be used during testing). If the tap is equipped with water saving devices or aerators not complying with the dimensions specified in EN 246 the flow rate test and acoustic test shall be made with the tap as delivered by the manufacturer. For taps for supply systems of Type 2 the reference pressure is (0,01 + 0,002) Mpa [(0,1 + 0,02) bar] with any detachable check vaive element, flow rate regulator etc. removed 33BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) 10.2.2 Apparatus Accold water supply system with temperature < 30 °C, capable of supplying the tap under test with: — a dynamic pressure of (0,3 + 0,02) Mpa {(3,0 + 0,2) bar] for taps for supply systems of Type 1; — _a dynamic pressure of (0,01 + 0,002) Mpa {(0,1 + 0,02) bar] for taps for supply systems of Type 2. Atest rig, according to Figure 14 for taps for supply systems of Type 2. Atest rig, for taps for supply systems of Type 1. Equipment for measuring: — pressures (measurement accuracy + 1 % of the measured values); — flow rates (measurement accuracy # 2% of the measured values) 10.2.3 Procedure a) Fitthe tap to be tested onto the test rig; b) deformable inlet supply tubes (flexible supply hoses) shall be tested in a straight condition: ©) open the obturator to its maximum position (one only when testing each side of a combination tap separately): 1d) for taps for supply systems of Type 1 adjust the dynamic pressure to (0,3 + 0,02) Mpa [(3 + 0.2) bar} €) for taps for supply systems of Type 2 adjust the dynamic pressure to (0,01 + 0,002) MPa [(0,1 + 0,02) bar}; f) when a stable, continuous flow has been established, measure and record the corresponding flow rate.BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) Dimensions in millimetres Key 1. Pressure take-off tee 5 2 Control valve 6 3 Flowmeter 7 4 Cold supply 8 Stop valve Centres to suit tap assemblies Pressure gauge (manometer) 1020 mm of water (0,1 bar) NOTE The tube ends are straight, without burrs and inserted to the full depth of dimension A in the pressure take-off tee. Figure 14 - Flow rate test apparatus for taps for Type 2 supply systems 10.3 Requirement With the test conditions specified in 10.2 the measured flow rate shall be not less than that given in Table 10, 35BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) Table 10 - Minimum flow rates and test pressures according to application Supply system {800 also Table 1) Taps for supply system of Type 1 ‘Taps for supply system of Type 2 Test (0.3 0.02) Mpa (0.01 +0,002) mPa " {18,0 + 0,2) bar} {10.1 £0,02) bar) ; Flow ole taps Nominal size | Flow rate Flow rate read Bash Bet ot E__[120 min (0200) _ [75min (0250s) |x Bath 49.0 Vimin (0,92 Us) 15,0 min (0,250.8) [¥ ‘Combination taps. Nominal sie | Flow rate Each side tested separately Bi Bidet, Sink (wate oD 3,0 - 6,0 Wr asin, Bidet, Sink (water saving) eran 0 — 6.0 Vit See re 12,0 Vmin (0,20 Vs) 7,5 mi ‘Shower . " Bath, hot oF eal 79.0 min (032 U8) 18min mixed position, valve fly open 20.0 min (0886) 22.5min divided-outlet (mains fed on cold inlet)? Hot waterway 7 “[7Stmin 250s) | (Cold waterway we 4,2 limin (0,070 Vs) Divided outlet, or single outlet each we 7.51imin(0,125vs) [x side tested separately % 15,0 Uimin (0,250 Us) [¥ Sr ute, bth eps lod uy PP 108 Uninet) [x we 22,5Umin (0,375 Us) [Y ‘Combination taps (basin, bidet, srk) > ‘2 Taps fora water supply system of Type 1 Taps fora water supply system of Type 2, ‘Combination taps with divided outlet (mains ed on cold inlet) is essential that such taps are connected toa man’s water supply capable of maintaining @ minimum flow pressure of 0,04 MPa (04 bar) through the cold side. For taps wth pull out spray or spray attachments or fleible hoses @ minimum flow rate of 0,15 ¥s shall epply 11 Mechanical strength characteristics - torsion test for operating mechanism 41.1 General This Clause describes a test method that shall be carried out to verify the torsional strength of the operating mechanisms of single and combination taps and specifies the test criteria, 36BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) 11.2 Test method 11.2.4 Principle The principle of the test consists of submitting the operating mechanism to a given torque to verify its strength, with ‘no water supplied. 11.2.2 Apparatus This consists of either a torque wrench having an accuracy of 2 % fitted to the operating member or a lever arm and a device for measuring the force applied. 11.2.3 Test piece The tap with its operating mechanism with, in the case of screw down taps, the seat washer removed. 11.2.4 Procedure a) Fully open the obturator; b) gradually apply over (4+ 2) s a torque of (6 + 0,2) Nm to the operating mechanism in the opening direction; 6) maintain this torque for (300 +15) s; 4) fully close the obturator; ) gradually apply over (4 + 2) s a torque of (6 + 0,2) Nm to the operating mechanism in the closing direction; ) maintain this torque for (300 +45) s; 9) reinsert the seat washer of screw down taps. 11.2.5 Requirement Following the test, — there shall be no deformation or other deterioration which impairs the function of the tap; — the tap shall satisfy the requirement for leaktightness (8.3) 12 Mechanical endurance characteristics 12.1 Mechanical endurance characteristics of the operating mechanism 12.1.1 General This Clause describes a test method that shall be carried out to verify the mechanical endurance of the operating mechanisms (head and handle) of single taps and combination taps of nominal sizes Y4 and % and specifies the test criteria. Taps shall first satisfy the leaktighiness tests described in 8.3 and 8.4 37BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) 12.1.2 Test method 12.1.2. Principle ‘The principle of the test consists of checking the behaviour of the operating mechanism by carrying out a number of ‘pening and closing operations with water at specified pressure/temperature and with a specified dwell time (see Table 11) 121.22 Apparatus ‘An automatic test rig, which rotates in both directions, the closing torque shall remain constant irrespective of wear of the test piece The sot closing torque shall not be affected by the momentum of the equipment during the test. A supply circuit with a pump or a similar device, capable of producing the required pressure at a temperature < 30 °C for the cold water and (65 + 2)°C for the hot water. If the water is supplied by a circulation system, it is necessary to ensure that the quality of the water does not change during the test (e.g. ingress of grease or other contaminants). A device to actuate the operating mechanism of the tap. This shall not impose, by virtue of misalignment or ‘otherwise, any axial or radial forces that would not occur in normal use. NOTE The test sample can show abnormal wear due to loads imposed by the test equipment resulting from eccentricity of the two axes. This resutts in pick-up on one side only due to lateral forces which do not occur in normal use. The tolerance on cconcentricity should therefore be as small as possible, 12.1.3 Procedure a) Fit the tap to be tested complete with its handle onto the test rig and connect to the water supply circuit; b) for taps with elastomeric washer(s), adjust the closing torque to a constent value of (2,5 + 0,25) Nm; for ceramic disc valves, adjust the closing torque to a constant value of (1,5 + 0,25) Nm: c) with the tap closed, adjust the static water pressure, to (0,4 + 0,05) Mpa [(4 + 0,5) bar}: d) with the tap open, adjust the flow rate, by throttling the outlet of the tap, to (6 + 1) Vmin; ©) where leaktighiness of the spindle is ensured by a stuffing box the gland nut is loosened as follows: — loosen the gland nut; — with the outlet orifice closed, open the obturator; apply a water pressure of 0,1 MPa (1,0 bar); — tighten the gland nut until a watertight seal is just obtained; f) carry out 200 000 opening and closing cycles, with a speed as specified in the Table 11: using hot and cold water alternately for periods of (15 = 1) min each: — open to 75 % of the total opening movement; — dwell in the open position for (1 to 2) s; — close completely with a torque of (2,5 + 0,25) Nm or (1,5 + 0,25) Nm as appropriate and maintain this torque for time r< 0.4 s; — retain the closed position for a total dwell time t of (2 to 3)s.BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) In the case of taps having a stuffing box to ensure tightness of the headwork the gland nut can be adjusted at intervals of not less than 50 000 cycles. NOTE Table 11 summarizes the endurance test conditions and Figure 15 shows the curve of closing torque vs time. Table 11 - Endurance Test conditions Water temperature cold 530°C hot (652 2)°C Flow rate adjusted by throtting outlet 621 Uimin Static presstire Mp3 0,4 £0.05 Mpa [(4 + 0.5) bar] Rotations per minute for elastomeric seal 300.1 rpm for ceramic valves 10.0.1 rpm Dwell time in open position 11028 Duell time in closed position with applied torque s04s otal dwell time in closed postion 21038 Closing torque (Nm) elastomeric washer 2,5 +0,25 Nm Closing torque (Nm) ceramic discs 1,8 £0,25 Nm Number of cycles: 200000 39BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) Key 1. Closing torque (Nm) 2 Time(s) At <0,4 5 dwell time in closed position with applied torque tat = 2 103 s total dwell ime in closed position 1A. time for compression of rubber washer 1C_ time dependent on type of headwork ‘Ac rubber washer contacting the seat 1: rubber washer leaving the seat B2: ceramic disk just open curve depending on type of headwork (ceramic, rubber) Figure 15 - Life test ~closing torque vs timeBS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) 12.1.4 Requirement After testing, the tap shall again satisfy the leaktightness criteria given in Clauses 8.3 and 8.4, and there shall be no. failure of any component part. 12.2 Mechanical endurance of diverters 12.2.1 General This clause describes two methods, one for manual diverters and one for diverters with automatic return, that shell, be carried out to evaluate the mechanical endurance of diverters of combination taps, and specifies the test criteria 12.2.2 Test method 12, 1 Principle The diverter is subjected to a specified number of operations whilst being supplied alternately with cold water and with hot water to test its behaviour over a period of time, taking into account the effect of water temperature. 12, 2 Apparatus For manual diverter, an automatic machine that ensures altemate operations at the rate of (15 + 1) cycles per minute and supply circuits with a pump or similar device to supply the required cold water static pressure at a temperature of < 30 °C and the required hot water static pressure at a temperature of (65: 2) °C. For diverter with automatic return, a mechanism for moving the diverter to the shower position under the conditions specified in 8.6 or 8.7 and supply circuits identical to those specified above with, in addition, an automatic quick- acting valve to cut off the supply to the combination tap under test. 12.23 Procedure For manual diverter: a) Install the tap, as supplied, onto the test rig and connect both inlets to both supply circuits; b) connect the drive device to the diverter operating member by means of a flexible component: ©) adjust the static water pressure of both hot and cold circuits: 1) for taps for supply systems of Type 1 to (0,4 + 0,05) Mpa [(4 + 0,5) barf; 2) for taps for supply systems of Type 2 to (0,02 + 0,002) Mpa [(0,2 + 0,02) bar} 4) in the flow-to-bath and flow-to-shower mode, adjust the fiow rate to (6 + 1) min by restricting the outlet. ) subject the diverter to a test of 30 000 cycles, each comprising a retum movement between the extreme positions; throughout the test, supply the tap alternately at both inlets with cold water for (15+ 1) min then hot water for (15+ 1) min, For diverter with automatic return: 4) Install the tap, as supplied, on the test rig and connect both inlets to both supply circuits; b) connect the drive device to the diverter operating member by means of a flexible component; ©) adjust the static pressure of both hot and cold circuits: aBS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) 1) for taps for supply systems of Type 1: (0,4 + 0,05) Mpa [(4 + 0,5) bar]; 2) for taps for supply systems of Type 2: (0,02 + 0,002) Mpa [(0,2 + 0,02) bar}; 4) in the flow-to-bath and flow-to-shower mode, adjust the flow rate to (6 + 1) Umin by restricting the outlet: ) subject the diverter to a test of 30 000 cycles, one cycle being defined as follows: 1) _with the diverter in the “flow to bath” position, allow water to flow through the bath outlet for (5 + 0,5) s; 2) move the diverter to the shower position; 3) _allow water to flow through the shower outlet for (5 + 0.6) s; 4) _use the quick-acting valve to cut off the supply to the tap, allowing the diverter to return to the “flow to bath” position, and then reopen the supply. ‘Throughout the test, supply the tap alternately at both inlets with cold water for (15 = 1) min and then hot water for (15 4) min. 12.2.4 Requirement ‘Throughout the test, there shall be no incidents of leaks, failure of diverter to reset, blockage, etc. (On completion of 30 000 cycles the assembly shall be leaktight when tested according to 8.5 for manual diverters or 8.6 oF 8.7 for diverters with automatic return. Table 12 - Summary of test conditions for diverters Field of application ‘Supply system Conditions ow Type t ‘Type 2 Pressure of (0.4-+0,05) MPa (0,02 + 0,002) MPa Cold and hot water (4.0 +0,5) bar (0.2 0.02) bar Cold watertemperature |< 30°C Hotwater temperature | (65 £2) °C Timing of supply 15 + 1) mi Cold or hot water es Time of flow: 5105 topatnorto shower outer _|°*95)S Flow rate to bath and to shower outlet eee Operation rate , (15:1) min for manual diverters (cycles) Backflow prevention See 13 Number of eycles 30,000BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) 12.3 Mechanical endurance of swivel spouts (single and divided outlet type) 12.3.1 General This Clause describes a method that shall be carried out to test the mechanical endurance of swivel spouts (single and divided outlet type) of taps and specifies the corresponding test criteria, 12.3.2 Test method 123.21 Principle The principle of the test is to reciprocate the spout of the tap with both inlets fed with cold water for a specified number of cycles in order to test its behaviour over a period of time. 12.3.2.2 Apparatus Automatic machine, capable of swivelling the spout as described in 12.3.3 and 12.34 at a rate of (15 ¢ 1) cycles per minute; cold water supply circuit < 30 “C with pump or similar device, for supplying the required pressure; mass of (1 + 0,1) kg if the spout is < 200 mm , or sufficient to apply a bending moment of (2 + 0,25) Nm if the spout is > 200 mm; sight glass arranged as shown in Figure 16 (for divided outlet type only). 12.3.3 Procedure ided outlet type 1a) Attach the sight glass to the cold inlet; b) assemble the tap onto the machine and connect the hot inlet to the supply circuit; c) manually fit the sight glass to a recorded level (15 + 0,1) mm above the topmost seal of the swivel nozzle and maintain the recorded level if evaporation takes place during the test; d) if the nozzle has a flow rate regulator, leave it in place and ensure that it does not obstruct the test path; securely, fix the appropriate weight at the end of the swivel nozzle; €) connect the driving device to the swivel nozzle; 4) withthe tap closed, adjust the static water pressure to (0,4 + 0,05) Mpa [(4 + 0.5) bar) 9) open the hot tap and adjust the flow rate to 6 1 Vin by restricting the nozzle outlet; h) open the cold tap; i) subject the spout to a test of 80 000 cycles, each cycle comprising a movement of the spout through an arc of 120° in both directions or, if there is a stop, over 90 % of the available travel, 12.3.4 Procedure single outlet type a) Mount the tap on the machine and connect the inlets to the supply circuit; b) with the tap closed, adjust the static water pressure to (0,4 + 0,05) Mpa [(4 + 0,5) bar): ©) open the taps fully and adjust the flow rate to 6 + 1 l/min by restricting the nozzle outlet; 43BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) d) subject the spout to a test of 80 000 cycles, each cycle comprising a movement of the spout through an arc of 120° in both directions or, if there is a stop, over 90 % of the available travel 12.3.5 Requirements During the test there shall be — no deformation or fracture of the swivel spout; — no deformation or fracture of the device connecting the spout to the body; — no leakage of the assembly — no increase in the water level in the sight tube (divided outlet type). ‘At the end of the test the spout shall be Ieaktight under the conditions given in 8.4.BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) Dimensions in millimetres Key 1 Cold supply 2 Sight glass 3 Water level Figure 16 - Endurance test rig for divided-outlet swivel spout 13 Backflow protection Backflow protection shall be provided using appropriate devices referenced in EN 1717. 14 Acoustic characteristics 14.1 General This clause specifies the test method that shall be carried out to classify single taps and combination taps by acoustic group and, in appropriate cases, by flow class. NOTE The use of single or combination taps without acoustical group I or II is not precluded where no acoustical group is required 45BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) 14.2 Procedure The method of measurement shall be in accordance with EN ISO 3822-1 under the conditions specified in EN ISO 3822-2. 14.3 Requirements 14.3.4 Flow rate class of draw-off taps Single taps or combination taps with provision for connecting interchangeable outlet accessories such as flow rate regulators, shower, flow straightener, etc. having been tested with a low-noise flow resistance in accordance with EN ISO 3822-4 are allocated a corresponding flow class as shown in Table 13. 14.3.2 Flow rate class of taps without provision for connecting accessories Single taps and combination taps without provision for connecting interchangeable outlet accessories are tested as supplied and the flow rate obtained at the test pressure of (0,3 + 0,02) Mpa [(3,0 + 0,2) bar] is reported. 14.3.3 Correspondance between flow rate classes and measurements Hydraulic resistances are defined in classes (EN 'SQ 3822-4 as a function of their calibrated flow rate at (0,3 + 0,02) Mpa {(3.0 + 0,2) bar] (see Table 13, also EN 246). Table 13 - Flow rate classes (EN ISO 3822-4:1997, Annex A) Flow rate Flow rate Class (is) z 0.18 A 0.25 s 0.33 8 0.42 c 0.50 D 0.63 14.3.4 Expression of results The results of the measurements taken in accordance with EN ISO 3822-1 to 4 are expressed by the noise ‘emission of the tapware L, in dB(A) 14.3.5 Determination of acoustic group The acoustic group is determined by the value of /., obtained at a flow pressure of 0,3 MPa (3 bar). The tap is Classified in acoustic group |, Il of U as shown in Table 14. Table 14 - Acoustic group Group Lapin dB(A) 1 =20 W 20 Lap £30 U (unclassified) 330BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) Annex A (informative) Pressure take-off tee Dimensions in millimetres Key 1 Hex. or spanner flats 2 Both ends conforming to type A, EN 1254-2 NOTE Unspecified tolerances are + 1. Figure A.1 - Pressure take-off tee (test rig Type 1 taps) a7BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) Table A.1 -Dimensions of the pressure take-off tee Dimensions of the pressure takeoff tee Nominalsize] 2 é ele fs K L Screws ap Tmax | min | max | min. | max | min max. | min. | Max. | min No | Sie % | 1625| 16.18| 26 | 25 [1s05[1sa0| 40[ 4 | a7 | 07 | o6 | 19 | 1 | 55 | 4 | maxis % _|z230[2220[ 36 | 35 [zo7s[aoso|so| 4 | a7 | os | 06 | 2 | a5 | 90 48BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) a1 Type C Figure A.2 - Schematic examples of pressure take-off tees (test rig Type 1 taps) Recommendation for the design of pressure take-off tees: Figure A.2. shows three examples of pressure take-off tees giving equivalent results: — individual: types A and B; 49BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) annular slit; ype C. Requirements relating to the design and manufacture of pressure take-off tees are given in ISO 5167-1 ‘The main principles are: a) b) Individual type: 1) The axis of the pressure orifices shall intersect the axis of the piping (or the casing) and be perpendicular to it; the opening of the orifice shall be circular and the edges flush with the wall of the piping (or the casing) with an angle as sharp as possible; slight rounding at entry is permitted (radius < 1/10 diameter of the pressure orifice): 2) d, the diameter of the pressure orifice shall be less than 0,1 D (O; internal diameter of the tube or casing); 3). there shall be an even number (at least 4) of the pressure orifices; the angles formed by the arcs of the pressure orifices shall be approximately equal; 4) the area of the free cross section of the annular chamber of the casing shall be greater than or equal to the half total area of the orifices connecting the chamber to the piping, Annular sit 1) the thickness fof the annular sit shall be equal to or greater than twice the width / of the slit; 2) the area of the free section of the annular chamber should be equal to or greater than half the total area of the annular slit connecting the chamber to the piping; 3) all surfaces coming into contact with the fluid measured shall be clean and well finished; 4) the width of the annular slit shall be nominally 1 mm,BS EN 200:2008 EN 200:2008 (E) Bibliography [1] EN ISO 5167-1, Measurement of fluid flow by means of pressure differential devices inserted in circular cross- section conduits running full - Part 1: General principles and requirements (ISO 5167-1:2003) 51BS EN 200:2008 BSI Group Headquarters 389 Chiswick High Road, London, W4 4AL, UK Tel +44 (0)20 8996 9001 Fax +44 (0)20 8996 7001 www.bsigroup.com/ standards BSI - British Standards Institution BSI is the independent national body responsible for preparing British Standards. 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