EN 17022:2018

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-februar-2019
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Child care articles - Bathing aids - Safety requirements and test methods
Artikel für Säuglinge und Kleinkinder - Badehilfen - Sicherheitsanforderungen und
Prüfverfahren
Articles de puériculture - Aides au bain - Exigences de sécurité et méthodes d'essai
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 17022:2018
ICS:
97.190 Otroška oprema Equipment for children
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

EN 17022
EUROPEAN STANDARD
NORME EUROPÉENNE
November 2018
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 97.190
English Version
Child care articles - Bathing aids - Safety requirements and
test methods
Articles de puériculture - Aides au bain - Exigences de Artikel für Säuglinge und Kleinkinder - Badehilfen -
sécurité et méthodes d'essai Sicherheitsanforderungen und Prüfverfahren
This European Standard was approved by CEN on 19 October 2018.

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Contents Page
European foreword . 4
1 Scope . 5
2 Normative references . 5
3 Terms and definitions . 5
4 Test equipment . 7
4.1 Test probes for finger entrapment . 7
4.1.1 Test probes with hemispherical end . 7
4.1.2 Shape assessment probe . 8
4.2 Test masses . 8
4.2.1 Test mass A . 8
4.2.2 Test mass B . 9
4.3 Small parts cylinder . 11
4.4 Feeler gauge . 11
4.5 Test glass surface . 11
4.6 Test surface for drop test . 11
4.7 Test bar . 12
4.8 Leg opening probe . 12
5 General requirements . 12
5.1 Product conditioning . 12
5.2 Test conditions . 12
5.3 Application of forces . 12
5.4 Tolerances . 12
5.5 Order of test . 13
6 Chemical hazards (see A.2) - Migration of certain elements . 13
7 Mechanical hazards (see A.4) . 13
7.1 Protective function . 13
7.1.1 Requirements for bath cradles . 13
7.1.2 Test method for bath cradles . 14
7.1.3 Requirements for bath seats . 15
7.1.4 Test methods for bath seats . 15
7.2 Hazards due to folding or dismantling of the product . 16
7.2.1 General . 16
7.2.2 Unintentional release of locking mechanism(s) . 16
7.2.3 Test method for the durability of the locking mechanisms . 17
7.3 Entrapment hazards. 17
7.3.1 Entrapment of fingers . 17
7.4 Hazards due to moving parts . 17
7.4.1 Requirements for compression points . 17
7.4.2 Requirements for shear points . 17
7.5 Entanglement hazards . 18
7.5.1 Requirements . 18
7.5.2 Test method . 19
7.6 Choking and ingestion hazards . 19
7.6.1 Requirements . 19
7.6.2 Test methods . 19
7.7 Suffocation hazards. 20
7.7.1 Plastic packaging . 20
7.7.2 Plastic decals . 20
7.8 Hazardous edges, corners and protruding parts . 20
7.9 Hazards from inadequate structural integrity . 20
7.9.1 Endurance test of the attachment device(s) . 20
7.9.2 Static strength of bath cradles . 21
7.9.3 Strength of movable parts . 22
7.9.4 Strength and retention of suction cups . 23
7.9.5 Drop test . 23
7.10 Hazards due to inadequate stability . 23
7.10.1 Stability of bath seats . 23
7.10.2 Stability of bath cradles . 24
8 Product information (see A.5) . 25
8.1 General . 25
8.2 Marking of the product . 25
8.2.1 Requirements . 25
8.2.2 Durability of markings . 26
8.2.3 Test method for durability of markings . 26
8.2.4 Determination of maximum level of water for bath cradles . 27
8.3 Purchase information . 27
8.4 Instructions for use . 28
Annex A (informative) Rationales . 30
A.1 General . 30
A.2 Chemical hazards (see Clause 6) . 30
A.3 Thermal hazards . 30
A.4 Mechanical hazards (see Clause 7) . 30
A.4.1 Protective function . 30
A.4.2 Entrapment hazards . 30
A.4.3 Hazards due to moving parts . 31
A.4.4 Entanglement hazards . 31
A.4.5 Choking and ingestion hazards . 31
A.4.6 Suffocation hazards. 31
A.4.7 Hazardous edges, corners and protruding parts . 31
A.4.8 Hazards from inadequate structural integrity . 31
A.4.9 Hazards due to inadequate stability . 31
A.5 Product information (see Clause 8) . 32
Annex B (normative) Warnings . 33
Bibliography . 47

European foreword
This document (EN 17022:2018) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 252, “Child care
articles”, 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 May 2019, and conflicting national standards shall be
withdrawn at the latest by May 2019.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. CEN shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
This document has been prepared under Mandate M/464 given to CEN by the European Commission
and the European Free Trade Association.
According to the CEN-CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organisations 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, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland,
Turkey and the United Kingdom.
1 Scope
This document specifies safety requirements and test methods for standalone bathing aids intended to
be used in a bath tub.
This European Standard does not cover bathing aids designed for children with special needs.
Bathing aids that are intended to be used only in conjunction with a child’s bath tub are not covered by
this standard.
NOTE 1 Non-standalone bathing aids that are intended to be used only in conjunction with a child’s bath tub
are covered in EN 17072:2018, Child care articles - Bath tubs, stands and non-standalone bathing aids — Safety
requirements and test methods.
NOTE 2 Where the product has several functions or can be converted into another function it is due to comply
with relevant standard(s).
2 Normative references
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content
constitutes requirements 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 71-3, Safety of toys — Part 3: Migration of certain elements
ISO 7619-1, Rubber, vulcanized or thermoplastic — Determination of indentation hardness — Part 1:
Durometer method (Shore hardness)
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply.
ISO and IEC maintain terminological databases for use in standardization at the following addresses:
— IEC Electropedia: available at http://www.electropedia.org/
— ISO Online browsing platform: available at http://www.iso.org/obp
3.1
standalone bathing aid
product, that does not provide containment of water by itself and that does not require a child’s bath
tub to stand
Note 1 to entry: Figure 1a) shows an example of a standalone bathing aid; Figure 1b) shows an example of a
non-standalone bathing aid.
1a) examples of standalone bathing aids

1b) example of a nonstandalone bathing aid
Key
A standalone bath cradle
B standalone bath seat
C non-standalone bathing aid
D child’s bath tub
Figure 1 — Examples of standalone and non-standalone bathing aids
3.1.1
bath cradle
standalone bathing aid designed to keep a child in a reclined position during bathing
Note 1 to entry: These products are intended for use from birth and until the child is able to sit upright
unassisted.
3.1.2
bath seat
standalone bathing aid designed to keep a child in a seated position during bathing
Note 1 to entry: These products are intended for use with a child who is able to sit upright unassisted and until
the child begins pulling up to a standing position.
3.2
attachment device
device to secure the product to the bath tub
EXAMPLE Suction cup.
4 Test equipment
4.1 Test probes for finger entrapment
4.1.1 Test probes with hemispherical end
0 +01,
Probes made from plastic or other hard, smooth material of diameters mm and mm
7 12
( −01, ) ( 0 )
with a full hemispherical end that can be mounted on a force-measuring device, see Figure 2.
Mesh probe made from plastic or other hard, smooth material as shown in Figure 3.
Dimensions in millimetres
Key
Probe type 7 mm probe 12 mm probe
0 +01,
Diameter A
-0,1
Radius RB half of diameter A half of diameter A
1 Line scribed around circumference showing depth of penetration
Figure 2 — Test probes with hemispherical end
Dimensions in millimetres
Key
Probe type Mesh probe
Diameter A 0
−01,
Diameter B 0
5,6
−01,
Radius RB half of diameter B
Figure 3 — Test probe for mesh
4.1.2 Shape assessment probe
Probe made from plastics or other hard, smooth material with the dimensions shown in Figure 4.
Dimensions in millimetres
Key
A front view
B top view
C side view
D 3D view
Figure 4 — Shape assessment probe
4.2 Test masses
4.2.1 Test mass A
A rigid cylinder (160 ± 5) mm in diameter and (300 ± 5) mm in height, having a mass of 9 kg and with
its centre of gravity in the centre of the cylinder. All edges shall have a radius of (5 ± 1) mm. Two
anchorage points shall be provided. These shall be positioned (150 ± 2,5) mm from the base and at 180°
to each other around the circumference (Figure 5).
Dimensions in millimetres
Key
1 radius: (5 ± 1) mm
2 anchorage points
Figure 5 — Test mass A
4.2.2 Test mass B
A rigid cylinder (200 ± 5) mm in diameter and (300 ± 5) mm in height, having a mass of 15 kg and with
its centre of gravity in the centre of the cylinder. All edges shall have a radius of (5 ± 1) mm. Two
anchorage points shall be provided. These shall be positioned (150 ± 2,5) mm from the base and at 180°
to each other around the circumference (Figure 6).
Dimensions in millimetres
Key
1 radius: (5 ± 1) mm
2 two anchorage points
Figure 6 — Test mass B
4.3 Small parts cylinder
Cylinder for the assessment of small components, having dimensions in accordance with Figure 7.
Dimension in millimetres
Figure 7 — Small parts cylinder
4.4 Feeler gauge
Gauge with a thickness of (0,4 ± 0,02) mm and an insertion edge radius of (3 ± 0,5) mm (Figure 8).
Dimensions in millimetres
Figure 8 — Feeler gauge
4.5 Test glass surface
A rigid plane covered with uncoated tempered float glass that has a smooth surface and thickness of
6 mm.
4.6 Test surface for drop test
A 4 mm thick steel plate with a 2 mm thick rubber mat, with hardness (75 ± 10) Shore A according to
ISO 7619-1, and which is placed on a non-flexible horizontal surface.
4.7 Test bar
Square aluminium tube with sides 16 mm ± 1 mm, thickness 1,30 mm ± 0,5 mm and length
500 mm ± 5 mm.
4.8 Leg opening probe
+2
A rigid cylinder made of a hard smooth material, ( 90 ) mm in diameter and (200 ± 1) mm in length.
−0
5 General requirements
5.1 Product conditioning
Products containing vulcanized rubber and thermoplastic elastomer parts (but not silicone parts) shall
be artificially aged for seven days in an aerated drying cabinet at a temperature of (70 ± 2) °C.
All products shall be conditioned for at least 40 h, in a standard atmosphere at a temperature of
(23 ± 2) °C and relative humidity of (50 ± 5) %.
5.2 Test conditions
The tests shall be carried out at a temperature of (23 ± 5) °C.
The tests are designed to be applied to a product that is fully assembled according to the manufacturer’s
instructions and ready for use.
If the instructions allow for different adjustments or configurations of components, the most onerous
combination shall be used for each test, unless otherwise specified in the test method.
Unless otherwise specified in the test method, all tests shall be carried out in dry condition (i.e. product
and test surfaces not wet).
5.3 Application of forces
The forces in the static load tests shall be applied sufficiently slowly to ensure that negligible dynamic
force is applied.
5.4 Tolerances
Unless otherwise stated, the following tolerances apply:
— Forces: ±5 % of the nominal force;
— Masses: ±0,5 % of the nominal mass;
— Dimensions: ±1,0 mm;
— Angles: ±2°;
— Positioning of loading pads: ±5 mm;
— Duration of forces: ±1 s.
The tests are described in terms of the application of forces. Masses can however be used: 1 kg mass
may be used for 10 N force.
Unless otherwise specified, the test forces may be applied by any suitable device which does not
adversely affect the results.
5.5 Order of test
Unless otherwise stated, the requirements of Clause 7 shall be assessed on the same product in the
order listed in this standard.
6 Chemical hazards (see A.2) - Migration of certain elements
The migration of elements from materials on exterior surfaces shall not exceed the limits listed below:
Element mg/kg
Aluminium 70 000
Antimony 560
Arsenic 47
Barium 18 750
Boron 15 000
Cadmium 17
Chromium (III) 460
Chromium (VI) 0,2
Cobalt 130
Copper 7 700
Lead 23
Manganese 15 000
Mercury 94
Nickel 930
Selenium 460
Strontium 56 000
Tin 180 000
Organic tin 12
Zinc 46 000
When testing is performed, the method described in EN 71-3 shall be used.
A separate sample may be used for these tests.
7 Mechanical hazards (see A.4)
7.1 Protective function
7.1.1 Requirements for bath cradles
Bath cradles shall have a distance H > 50 mm measured in accordance with 7.1.2.
Bath cradles shall have a length not less than 380 mm measured in accordance with 7.1.2.
No harness shall be provided as a child restraint system.
Inflatable bath cradles are not allowed.
7.1.2 Test method for bath cradles
Place the bath cradle on flat rigid horizontal surface according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Position test mass A (4.2.1) on the product and guide it to reach the lowest point.
Measure the distance H between the lowest point of the test mass and the projection, parallel to the test
mass, of the highest point on the bath cradle in front of the mass (Figure 9 and Figure 10).
Measure the length L between the lowest point of the test mass and the projection, parallel to the test
mass, of the highest point on the bath cradle at the back of the test mass (Figure 9 and Figure 10).

Key
H height
L length
Figure 9 — Measurement of length L and height H for hammock type cradles

Key
H height
L length
Figure 10 — Measurement of length L and height H for non-hammock type cradles
7.1.3 Requirements for bath seats
Bath seats shall provide a child support completely surrounding a seated child during bathing (see
Figure 11). The minimum height of the child support from the sitting surface shall be 140 mm in any
position around the child, when tested in accordance with 7.1.4.1.
Bath seats shall have a crotch restraint, connected to both the sitting surface and the child support, such
that the product cannot be used without the crotch restraint being used.

Key
A child support
B crotch restraint
C sitting surface
Figure 11 — Example of bath seat
The maximum internal distance shall be less than or equal to 250 mm at any point, when tested in
accordance with 7.1.4.2.
Each leg opening shall allow the passage of the leg opening probe when tested in accordance with
7.1.4.3.
No harness-based restraint system shall be provided.
Inflatable bath seats are not allowed.
7.1.4 Test methods for bath seats
7.1.4.1 Test method for measurement of the height
Place the bath seat on a flat horizontal surface.
Position the test bar (4.7) across on the child support.
Measure, perpendicular to the bar, the vertical distance between the sitting surface and the bottom of
the bar at all points on the seat.
7.1.4.2 Test method for measurement of the internal distance
Place the bath seat on a flat horizontal surface.
The bath seat internal distance is measured parallel to the horizontal, 10 mm above the upper point of
the sitting surface.
7.1.4.3 Test method for leg openings
Place the bath seat on a flat horizontal surface.
Insert the leg opening probe (4.8) into each leg opening from outside the bath seat and check if the leg
opening probe can freely pass through and be taken out from above the seat unit (e.g. by pulling,
without twisting or making sharp turns). See Figure 12.

Key
1 leg opening probe
Figure 12 — Test method for leg openings
7.2 Hazards due to folding or dismantling of the product
7.2.1 General
Connecting screws (e.g. self-tapping screws) shall not be used to fasten any component that is designed
to be removed or loosened when dismantling the product to transport or store it.
If the product can be folded, the folding system shall be locked into position when the product is ready
for use.
7.2.2 Unintentional release of locking mechanism(s)
To avoid the hazards due to unintentional release of locking mechanisms, if any, one of the following
conditions shall be fulfilled before and after testing in accordance with 7.2.3:
a) at least one operating device requires an operating force greater than 50 N measured with and
without test mass A (4.2.1) on the product, or
b) folding is only possible if at least one locking mechanism requires the use of a tool, or
c) at least one operating device requires at least two consecutive actions, the first of which shall be
maintained while the second is carried out, or
d) at least one locking mechanism is released when two independent operating devices are
simultaneously operated.
7.2.3 Test method for the durability of the locking mechanisms
Operate 300 times any locking mechanism(s).
7.3 Entrapment hazards
7.3.1 Entrapment of fingers
7.3.1.1 Requirement
There shall be no accessible completely bounded openings in rigid materials between 7 mm and 12 mm
unless the depth is less than 10 mm or unless the shape assessment probe, see 4.1.2, enters, when
tested in accordance with 7.3.1.2.
There shall be no accessible openings in mesh that allow the test probe for mesh, see 4.1.1, to penetrate
up to the 7 mm diameter section, when tested in accordance with 7.3.1.2.
The test shall be carried out with the product in any intended position of use without any test mass and
with test mass A (4.2.1).
7.3.1.2 Test method
Check whether the 7 mm probe, 4.1.1, with an applied force of up to 30 N, enters 10 mm or more into
any accessible completely bounded opening in any possible orientation.
If the 7 mm probe enters 10 mm or more, then the 12 mm probe, 4.1.1, shall also enter 10 mm or more
with an applied force of up to 5 N. If the 7 mm probe enters with an applied force of up to 30 N but the
12 mm probe does not enter 10 mm or more with an applied force of up to 5 N, check whether the
12 mm shape assessment probe (see 4.1.2) enters 10 mm or more with an applied force of up to 5 N.
Check whether the test probe for mesh, 4.1.1, with an applied force of up to 30 N, penetrates accessible
openings in mesh up to the 7 mm diameter section.
7.4 Hazards due to moving parts
7.4.1 Requirements for compression points
After the product has been set up for use in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, there shall
be no accessible compression points which can close to less than 12 mm unless they are always less
than 5 mm, as the result of:
a) the movement of the product; or
b) the movement of body weight by the child using the product; or
c) the application of an external force (either unintentionally by the carer, or by a powered
mechanism).
Movement due to elasticity of materials shall not be considered as a compression hazard.
The area of contact between the product and the surface on which the product is fixed is excluded from
this requirement.
7.4.2 Requirements for shear points
After the product has been set up for use in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, there shall
be no accessible shear points which can close to less than 12 mm, as the result of:
a) the movement of the product; or
b) the movement of body weight by the child using the product; or
c) the application of an external force (either unintentionally by the carer, or by a powered
mechanism).
Movement due to elasticity of materials or play in mechanical parts shall not be considered as a
shearing hazard.
7.5 Entanglement hazards
7.5.1 Requirements
Cords, ribbons and similar parts shall have a maximum free length of 220 mm when tested in
accordance with 7.5.2.
Where cords, ribbons and similar parts are attached to the product together or within 80 mm of each
other, any single cord shall have a maximum free length of 220 mm and the combined length from one
loose end to the end of another loose end shall be a maximum of 360 mm (Figure 13).
Loops shall have a maximum peripheral dimension of 360 mm, when tested in accordance with 7.5.2.
Monofilament threads shall not be used.
Dimensions in millimetres
Key
D Distance between attachment points
L Length of cords, ribbons and parts used as ties
Figure 13 — Examples of measuring cords, ribbons or similar parts
7.5.2 Test method
The length of a cord, ribbon or similar part is measured from the fixing point on the product to the free
end of the cord, ribbon or similar part while a 25 N tensile force is applied.
The peripheral dimension of a loop shall be measured while a 25 N tensile force is applied.
7.6 Choking and ingestion hazards
7.6.1 Requirements
Any component or filling material that is considered able to be gripped by a child in accordance with
7.6.2.1 shall be tested in accordance with 7.6.2.2 and 7.6.2.3.
Any component or part of a component or filling material that is removed shall not fit wholly in any
orientation, without compressing or manipulating it, within the small parts cylinder (4.3).
7.6.2 Test methods
7.6.2.1 Assessment of child’s ability to grip components
A component is considered to be able to be gripped if the child can grip the component between its
thumb and forefinger or between its teeth.
Where it is difficult to assess whether a child can grip a component, establish whether it can be gripped
by inserting the feeler gauge (4.4) between the component and the underlying layer or body of the
product at an angle between 0° and 10° from the surface of the underlying layer or product, using a
force of (10 ± 1) N. If the gauge can be inserted more than 2 mm, the component is considered to be able
to be gripped by the child.
7.6.2.2 Torque test
Apply a torque gradually to the component within a period of 5 s in a clockwise direction until either:
a) a rotation of 180° from the original position has been attained; or
b) a torque of 0,34 Nm is reached.
The maximum rotation or required torque shall be applied for 10 s.
The component shall then be allowed to return to a relaxed condition and the procedure repeated in an
anticlockwise direction.
Where projections, components or assemblies are rigidly mounted on an accessible rod or shaft,
designed to rotate together with the projections, components or assemblies, during the test the rod or
shaft shall be clamped to prevent rotation.
If a component attached by a screw thread becomes loosened during application of the required torque,
the torque shall continue to be applied until the required torque is exceeded or the component
disassembles or it becomes apparent that the component will not disassemble.
When using clamps and test equipment, care shall be taken not to damage the component to be tested
which may affect the test results.
7.6.2.3 Tensile test
Attach a suitable clamp to the component, taking care not to damage the component to be tested which
may affect the test results.
Fasten the component in a tensile testing machine and apply a tensile force of up to 90 N to the
component to be tested. Apply the force gradually within a period of 5 s and maintain it for 10 s.
7.7 Suffocation hazards
7.7.1 Plastic packaging
Any plastic covering used for packaging with an area greater than 100 mm x 100 mm shall conform to
any of the following requirements:
a) have an average sheet thickness of 0,038 mm or more; or
b) be perforated with defined holes so that a minimum of 1 % of the area has been removed over any
area of 30 mm x 30 mm.
Any plastic bags used for packaging with an opening perimeter greater than 360 mm shall not have a
drawstring or cord as a means of closing.
Shrunk-on films that are destroyed when the packaging is opened by the user are excluded from these
requirements.
7.7.2 Plastic decals
7.7.2.1 Requirement
Plastic decals or parts of plastic decals shall not become detached when tested in accordance with
7.7.2.2.
7.7.2.2 Test method
Completely submerge the area to be tested in a container of demineralized water at a temperature of
(40 ± 5) °C for 10 min ± 10 s. Remove the product, shake off excess water and keep the product in
ambient temperature for 10 min ± 10 s.
Repeat the test for additional 3 times.
7.8 Hazardous edges, corners and protruding parts
All edges, corners and protruding parts on the product shall be rounded and free from burrs.
7.9 Hazards from inadequate structural integrity
7.9.1 Endurance test of the attachment device(s)
7.9.1.1 Requirement
When tested in accordance with 7.9.1.2 no part of the attachment device(s) shall break, detach, fold or
collapse and the product shall function as originally intended.
If the product has suction cup(s) as attachment device(s), when tested in accordance with 7.9.1.3 no
part of the suction cups and their attachment to the product shall break or separate and the product
shall function as originally intended. Detachment of the suction cups from the test surface shall not be
counted as a failure.
7.9.1.2 Test method for attachment devices
Lock the attachment device(s) and unlock it according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
If suction cups are used to secure the product to the bath tub, they shall be tested on the test glass
surface (4.5).
Repeat the test 400 times.
7.9.1.3 Test method for suction cups
Attach the suction cups to the test glass surface (4.5); apply a vertical downward force of 150 N in line
with the vertical axis of each suction cup.
Gradually apply a vertical upward force of 150 N to the product in the geometrical centre defined by the
suction cups (see Figure 14) and keep it for 5 s; release the force.
If the product detaches from the test surface, attach it again before the next cycle.
Repeat the test 100 times.
Figure 14 — Examples of the determination of the geometrical centre defined by the suction
cups
7.9.2 Static strength of bath cradles
7.9.2.1 Requirement
When the product is tested in accordance with 7.9.2.2, no part shall break, detach, fold or collapse.
After the recovery time specified in 7.9.2.2, the product shall function as originally intended and it shall
comply with 7.3, 7.4 and 7.8.
7.9.2.2 Test method
Install the product on a flat rigid horizontal surface in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Place test mass B (4.2.2) in the lowest point it can reach with its longitudinal axis aligned with the
longitudinal axis of the bath cradle (see Figure 15). Prevent movement of the test mass or contact of the
test mass with the test surface by means of negligible mass.
Side view Top view
Key
1 mass
2 longitudinal axis
Figure 15 — Positioning of test mass
Leave the test mass for a period of 30 min ± 1 min.
Remove the mass and allow the product to recover for 10 min ± 1 min.
7.9.3 Strength of movable parts
7.9.3.1 Requirement
If the product has parts that are movable (e.g. adjustable, removable or that can be opened) to put or
retain the child in the product, when tested in accordance with 7.9.3.2 no part shall break, detach, fold
or collapse and the product shall function as originally intended.
7.9.3.2 Test method
Lock the movable part in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Apply a horizontal force of 150 N for 10 s on the movable part in the direction most likely to cause its
unlocking; the force shall not be applied directly on the operating device.
Prevent movement of the product by any means that does not affect the movement of the part under
testing.
7.9.4 Strength and retention of suction cups
When testing in accordance with 7.6.2.2, suction cups shall not detach from the product or break.
NOTE Disregard any damage caused by the clamps used in the test method.
7.9.5 Drop test
7.9.5.1 Requirement
When tested in accordance with 7.9.5.2 no part shall break or detach and the product shall function as
originally intended.
7.9.5.2 Test method
Drop the product five times from a height of (850 ± 10) mm on to the test surface for drop test (4.6).
Prior to release, orientate the product in a position that allows the most onerous impact onto the coated
surface of the steel plate.
7.10 Hazards due to inadequate stability
7.10.1 Stability of bath seats
7.10.1.1 Requirement
The bath seat shall not tip over during the test described in 7.10.1.2 and no part of the bath seat shall
become detached.
7.10.1.2 Test method
If the product has suction cup(s) as attachment device(s), install the bath seat according to the
manufacturer's instructions on the test glass surface (4.5).
If the product has attachment device(s) different from suction cups, the product shall be fixed in such a
way that follows the manufacturer’s instructions.
Place test mass A (4.2.1) in the centre of the seat.
Position the test bar (4.7) as vertical as possible inside the bath seat in contact with the top rim in front
of the sitting position and attach it by any means not affecting the test.
Calculate distance D based on the Formula (1):
518 mm− H
( )
D=
(1)
where
H is the distance from the highest upper edge, measured from the seat zone to
the highest part supporting the child (excluding toys) as in Figure 16.
D is the calculated distance
Apply a horizontal force of 77 N ± 2 N to the centre of the side of the test bar at the highest point of
distance D from the highest point supporting the child towards the exterior of the bath seat. Apply the
force gradually over a period of 5 s and maintain it for 10 s.
If the bath seat starts to move, maintain the force and direction over a period of 10 s.
Repeat the test for a total of 4 times in positions at 90°, 180° and 270° from the initial one, recalculating
D each time based on the value of H at each position.

Key
1 test mass = 9 kg
F force
H distance from the seat zone to the highest point supporting the child
D distance of application of the force from the highe
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