BS EN 13618:2011

Flexible hose assemblies in drinking water installations. Functional requirements and test methods. | Status: Withdrawn, Superseded, Revised

1 Scope This European Standard specifies the requirements and test methods for materials, dimensions and function for flexible hose assemblies, braided or not, designed for use with drinking water with an allowable maximum operating pressure (PMA) of 1 MPa and maximum operating temperature 70 °C. This standard is applicable to flexible hose assemblies intended to be used in drinking water installations in accordance with EN 806‑2 for application class 2 to connect sanitary tap ware, heaters and similar appliances.

NOTE Flexible hose assemblies intended to be used as integral parts of electrical appliances are covered by EN 61770 [1].