oSIST prEN 17072:2026

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-julij-2026
Izdelki za otroke - Kopalne kadi, podstavki in nesamostoječi kopalni pripomočki -
Varnostne zahteve in preskusne metode
Child care articles - Bath tubs, stands and bathing aid accessories - Safety requirements
and test methods
Artikel für Säuglinge und Kleinkinder - Badewannen, Gestelle und nicht freistehende
Badehilfen - Sicherheitsanforderungen und Prüfverfahren
Articles de puériculture - Baignoires, supports et aides au bain non indépendantes -
Exigences de sécurité et méthodes d’essai
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: prEN 17072
ICS:
97.190 Otroška oprema Equipment for children
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

DRAFT
EUROPEAN STANDARD
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
July 2026
ICS 97.190 Will supersede EN 17072:2018
English Version
Child care articles - Bath tubs, stands and bathing aid
accessories - Safety requirements and test methods
Articles de puériculture - Baignoires, supports et aides Artikel für Säuglinge und Kleinkinder - Badewannen,
au bain non indépendantes - Exigences de sécurité et Gestelle und nicht freistehende Badehilfen -
méthodes d'essai Sicherheitsanforderungen und Prüfverfahren
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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 Test probe for mesh . 7
4.1.3 Shape assessment probe . 8
4.2 Test probes for head entrapment . 8
4.2.1 Small head probe . 8
4.2.2 Large head probe . 9
4.2.3 Template for partially bound and V shaped openings . 9
4.3 Test mass A . 10
4.4 Small parts cylinder . 11
4.5 Feeler gauge . 12
4.6 Test glass surface . 12
4.7 Test surface for drop test and impact test . 12
4.8 Tube . 12
4.9 Steel ball . 13
4.10 Test beam . 13
4.11 Test base for bath mounted supports . 13
5 General requirements . 14
5.1 Product conditioning . 14
5.2 Test conditions . 14
5.3 Application of forces . 14
5.4 Tolerances . 14
5.5 Order of test . 14
6 Chemical hazards — Migration of certain elements (see A.2) . 15
7 Mechanical hazards (see A.3) . 15
7.1 General . 15
7.2 Entrapment hazards. 15
7.2.1 Entrapment of fingers . 15
7.2.2 Entrapment of head . 16
7.3 Hazards due to moving parts . 18
7.3.1 Requirements for compression points . 18
7.3.2 Requirements for shear points . 19
7.4 Entanglement hazards . 19
7.4.1 Requirements . 19
7.4.2 Test method . 20
7.5 Choking and ingestion hazards . 20
7.5.1 Requirements . 20
7.5.2 Test methods . 21
7.6 Suffocation hazards — Plastic packaging . 21
7.7 Hazardous edges, corners and protruding parts . 22
7.8 Hazards from inadequate structural integrity . 22
7.8.1 Thermal shock . 22
7.8.2 Static strength of bath tubs . 22
7.8.3 Static strength of bathing aid accessories. 22
7.8.4 Static strength of stands . 23
7.8.5 Strength and retention of suction cups . 23
7.8.6 Impact test . 24
7.9 Hazards due to folding or adjusting of the product . 24
7.9.1 General . 24
7.9.2 Attachment device(s) for bathing aid accessories . 24
7.9.3 Foldable bath tubs . 24
7.9.4 Stands . 25
7.10 Hazards due to plastic decals . 26
7.10.1 Requirement . 26
7.10.2 Conditioning of plastic decals . 26
7.11 Castors/wheels . 26
7.11.1 Requirements . 26
7.11.2 Requirements for parking device . 26
7.11.3 Test methods for lockable wheels . 27
7.12 Hazards due to inadequate stability . 28
7.12.1 Requirements . 28
7.12.2 Test methods . 28
8 Product information . 29
8.1 General . 29
8.2 Marking of the product . 30
8.2.1 Requirements . 30
8.2.2 Durability of marking . 31
8.2.3 Test method for durability of marking . 32
8.3 Purchase information . 32
8.4 Instructions for use . 32
Annex A (informative) Rationales . 34
A.1 General . 34
A.2 Chemical hazards (see Clause 6) . 34
A.3 Mechanical hazards (see Clause 7) . 34
A.4 Drowning hazard and product information (see Clause 8) . 37
A.5 Thermal hazards . 37
Annex ZA (informative) Relationship between this European Standard and the safety
requirements of Regulation (EU) 2023/988 aimed to be covered . 38
Bibliography . 40
European foreword
This document (prEN 17072:2026) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 252 “Child care
articles”, the secretariat of which is held by AFNOR.
This document is currently submitted to the CEN Enquiry.
This document will supersede EN 17072:2018.
The main changes compared with EN 17072:2018 are as follows:
— …
This document has been prepared under a standardization request addressed to CEN by the European
Commission. The Standing Committee of the EFTA States subsequently approves these requests for its
Member States.
For the relationship with EU Legislation, see informative Annex ZA, which is an integral part of this
document.
1 Scope
This document specifies safety requirements and test methods for children’s bath tubs and stands and
for bathing aid accessories that are designed and intended to be used only in conjunction with a
children’s bath tub.
This document does not cover children’s bath tubs and stands and bathing aid accessories designed for
children with special needs.
NOTE 1 Bathing aids are covered in EN 17022.
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 17826:2025, Child care articles — Chemical hazards — Requirements
EN ISO 291:2008, Plastics — Standard atmospheres for conditioning and testing (ISO 291:2008)
ISO 48-4:2018, Rubber, vulcanized or thermoplastic — Determination of hardness — Part 4: Indentation
hardness by durometer method (Shore hardness)
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply.
ISO and IEC maintain terminology databases for use in standardization at the following addresses:
— ISO Online browsing platform: available at https://www.iso.org/obp
— IEC Electropedia: available at https://www.electropedia.org/
3.1
children's bath tub
product providing containment of water by itself, designed for bathing children, which can be used as
stand-alone product or combined with stands
Note 1 to entry: A bath tub can also be foldable or can comprise integral parts that can be folded or adjusted
(e.g. foldable legs).
Note 2 to entry: When the wording “bath tub” is used in the standard, it refers to children’s bath tubs unless
otherwise stated.
3.2
stand
static structure, not integrated into the children’s bath tub, designed to accommodate, support and
elevate a children’s bath tub
Note 1 to entry: A stand can either be standalone or be designed to be fitted over an adult bath tub.
3.3
bathing aid accessory
product, that does not provide containment of water by itself and requires a child’s bath tub to stand
Example: Figure 1 shows an example of a bathing aid accessory

Key
A bathing aid accessory
B child’s bath tub
Figure 1 — Example of bathing aid accessory
3.3.1
bath cradle accessory
bathing aid accessory 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.
3.3.2
bath seat accessory
bathing aid accessory 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.
3.4
integrated bath cradle
non-removable part of a children’s bath tub designed to keep a child in a reclined position during
bathing. See Figure 2
Note 1 to entry: These products are intended for use from birth and until the child is able to sit upright
unassisted.
Figure 2 — Example of integrated bath cradle
4 Test equipment
4.1 Test probes for finger entrapment
4.1.1 Test probes with hemispherical end
+01,
Probes made from plastic or other hard, smooth material of diameters 7 mm and 12 mm
( ) ( )
−01, 0
with a full hemispherical end that can be mounted on a force-measuring device, see Figure 3.
Dimensions in millimetres
Key
Probe type 7 mm probe 12 mm probe
Diameter A 0
+01,
−01,
Radius RB half of diameter A half of diameter A
1 Line scribed around circumference showing depth of penetration
Figure 3 — Test probes with hemispherical end
4.1.2 Test probe for mesh
Mesh probe made from plastic or other hard, smooth material as shown in Figure 4.
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 4 — Test probe for mesh
4.1.3 Shape assessment probe
Probe made from plastics or other hard, smooth material with the dimensions shown in Figure 5.
Dimensions in millimetres
Key
A front view
B top view
C side view
D 3D view
Figure 5 — Shape assessment probe
4.2 Test probes for head entrapment
4.2.1 Small head probe
Probe made of hard and smooth material with dimensions as shown in Figure 6.
Dimensions in millimetres
Key
1 handle
Figure 6 — Small head probe
4.2.2 Large head probe
Probe made of hard and smooth material with dimensions as shown in Figure 7.
Dimensions in millimetres
Key
1 handle
Figure 7 — Large head probe
4.2.3 Template for partially bound and V shaped openings
Probe made of hard and smooth material with dimensions as shown in Figure 8.
Dimensions in millimetres
a) Front view b) Side view
Key
A “A” portion of the probe
B “B” portion of the probe
B1 Shoulder section, either 25 mm or 45 mm dimension is acceptable
Figure 8 — Template for partially bound and V shaped openings
4.3 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 (see Figure 9).
Dimensions in millimetres
Key
1 radius: (5 ± 1) mm
2 two anchorage points
Figure 9 — Test mass A
4.4 Small parts cylinder
Small parts cylinder for the assessment of small components, having dimensions in accordance with
Figure 10.
Dimension in millimetres
Figure 10 — Small parts cylinder
4.5 Feeler gauge
Gauge with a thickness of (0,4 ± 0,02) mm and an insertion edge radius of (3 ± 0,5) mm (Figure 11).
Dimensions in millimetres
Figure 11 — Feeler gauge
4.6 Test glass surface
A rigid plane covered with uncoated tempered float glass that has a smooth surface and thickness of
6 mm.
4.7 Test surface for drop test and impact test
A 2 mm thick rubber mat, with hardness (75 ± 10) Shore A according to ISO 48-4:2018, and which is
placed on a horizontal concrete surface.
4.8 Tube
Tube with an inner diameter of 60 mm.
4.9 Steel ball
Solid steel sphere with a diameter of 50 mm and a mass of (510 ± 10) g.
4.10 Test beam
Test beam with a width of 80 mm, a length of 1 100 mm and a mass of (1,75 ± 0,01) kg. The test beam
shall have holes with a diameter of 8 (+ 0,2/0) mm, drilled through its 80 mm wide face and
symmetrically placed about its centre point.
There shall be pairs of holes with distances between the centre points of the two holes equal to:
372 mm, 542 mm, 642 mm, 742 mm. An additional hole is required at the centre point of the test beam.
4.11 Test base for bath mounted supports
Test base for bath mounted supports representing the upper bath wall section made of hard and
smooth material with dimensions in accordance with Figure 12.
Dimensions in millimetres
Key
1 inside
2 outside
3 bath mounted support
4 bath test base
Figure 12 — Test base for bath mounted supports
The profiles shall be fixed parallel to the distance equal to the minimum bath dimension recommended
by the manufacturer of the bath mounted supports.
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.
In case the elastomeric parts are the suction cups, contact of the suction cups with the surface of the
cabinet shall be avoided during the ageing treatment. The product shall be placed in a position in which
suction cups are unloaded.
All products shall be conditioned for at least 24 h, in a standard atmosphere (as specified in
EN ISO 291:2008) 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 (21 ± 6) °C.
The tests are designed to be applied to a product that is fully assembled according to manufacturer’s
instructions and in the normal position of 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.
When steel shots are used as a test mass, they can be put in bags that due to their dimensions and/or
design do not affect the evenly distribution of the weight.
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: ±0,5°;
— Positioning of loading pads: ±5 mm;
— Time: ±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 — Migration of certain elements (see A.2)
The migration of elements from materials on exterior surfaces shall comply with EN 17826:2025, cl. 4.2
(migration of certain elements).
Parts made of textile materials intended to be in prolonged contact with the skin of the child shall
comply with EN 17826:2025, cl. 4.4 (aniline) and cl. 4.6 (formaldehyde).
NOTE EN 17826:2025 cl. 4.1 gives a definition of prolonged skin contact.
A separate sample may be used for these tests.
7 Mechanical hazards (see A.3)
7.1 General
No harness shall be provided as a child restraint system.
Inflatable and/or floating bath cradles accessories and bath seats accessories are not allowed.
7.2 Entrapment hazards
7.2.1 Entrapment of fingers
7.2.1.1 Requirement
There shall be no accessible completely bounded openings in rigid materials, in the inner and upper
surface of the bath tub and any bath cradle / bath seat accessory, nor outside the bath tub up to 100 mm
from the bath tub rim, that let the 7 mm probe (see 4.1.1) go through unless the depth of penetration is
less than 10 mm or unless the shape assessment probe (see 4.1.3) enters, when tested in accordance
with 7.2.1.2. The above requirement only applies to components made of materials with a Shore A
hardness greater than 60.
There shall be no accessible openings in mesh, in the inner and upper surface of the bath tub and any
bath cradle / bath seat accessory, nor outside the bath tub up to 100 mm from the bath tub rim, that
allow the test probe for mesh, 4.1.2, to penetrate up to the 7 mm diameter section, when tested in
accordance with 7.2.1.2.
NOTE A mesh is generally intended as a textile product composed of interlaced threads; a perforated sheet
(e.g. of plastic or elastomeric materials) is therefore not considered as a mesh
The test shall be carried out with the product in any intended position of use without any test mass and
with test mass A (see 4.3).
7.2.1.2 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 shape assessment probe (see 4.1.3) shall also enter
10 mm or more with an applied force of up to 5 N.
Check whether the test probe for mesh, 4.1.2, with an applied force of up to 30 N, penetrates accessible
openings in mesh up to the 7 mm diameter section.
7.2.2 Entrapment of head
7.2.2.1 Requirement
Stands shall be tested with the bathtub installed on them.
When tested in accordance with 7.2.2.2.1, openings with the lowest point higher than 600 mm above
the floor that allow the passage of the small head probe (4.2.1), shall also allow the passage of the large
head probe (4.2.2).
Partially bound, V and irregular shaped openings with the lowest point higher than 200 mm above the
floor that allow the passage of small head probe shall be constructed so that:
a) portion B of the template does not enter the opening when tested in accordance with 7.2.2.2.2, see
Figure 13 and Figure 14; or
b) the apex of portion A of the template contacts the base of the opening when tested in accordance
with 7.2.2.2.2, see Figure 15.
7.2.2.2 Test methods
7.2.2.2.1 Head first openings
Push the small head probe, Figure 6, with the highest force possible up to 30 N into the opening. If the
small head probe passes completely through the opening, then the large head probe, Figure 7, should
pass completely through the opening with a force of up to 5 N. The probes shall be inserted along the
longitudinal axis of the probe. If openings contain V or irregular shaped openings, these should be
assessed in accordance with 7.2.2.2.2.
7.2.2.2.2 Partially bound, V and irregular shaped openings
Position the ‘B’ portion of the test template, Figure 8, between and perpendicular to the boundaries of
the opening, as shown in Figure 13 or Figure 14, as appropriate. If the full thickness of the template
cannot be inserted there is no hazard (Key 1 and 2 of Figure 13 and Key 1 of Figure 14).
If the test template can be inserted to a depth greater than the thickness of the template (45 mm) (Key 3
and 4 of Figure 13 and Key 2 of Figure 14), apply the ‘A’ portion of the test template, so that its centre
line is in line with the centre line of the opening. Ensure that the plane of the test template is parallel
and applied in line with the opening, as shown in Figure 15. Insert the test template along the centre
line of the opening until its motion is arrested by contact with the boundaries of the opening. If the
template touches the bottom of the opening there is no hazard (Key 1 of Figure 15), but if the sides of
the template touch the side of the opening there is a hazard (Key 2 of Figure 15).
Dimensions in millimetres
Key
1 PASS
2 PASS
3 continue with the test
4 continue with the test
Figure 13 — Method of insertion of portion B

Key
1 PASS
2 continue with the test
Figure 14 — Method of insertion of portion B
Key
1 PASS
2 FAIL
Figure 15 — Method of insertion of portion A
7.3 Hazards due to moving parts
7.3.1 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, in the inner and upper surface that supports the child, nor on the
exterior side of the bath tub up to 100 mm from the bath tub rim, 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 compression hazard.
The folding system and the area of contact between the product and the surface on which the product is
fixed are excluded from this requirement.
7.3.2 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, in the inner and upper surface that supports the child, nor on the exterior
side of the bath tub up to 100 mm from the bath tub rim, 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.
The folding system is excluded from this requirement.
7.4 Entanglement hazards
7.4.1 Requirements
Cords, ribbons and similar parts shall have a maximum free length of 220 mm when tested in
accordance with 7.4.2.
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 (see Figure 16).
Loops shall have a maximum peripheral dimension of 360 mm, when tested in accordance with 7.4.2.
Monofilament threads shall not be used.
Water draining hoses are excluded from these requirements.
Dimensions in millimetres
Key
D distance between attachment points
L length of cords, ribbons and parts used as ties
Figure 16 — Examples of measuring cords, ribbons or similar parts
7.4.2 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.
7.5 Choking and ingestion hazards
7.5.1 Requirements
Any component or filling material, in the inner and upper surface that supports the child and on the
exterior side of the bath tub up to 100 mm from the bath tub rim, that is considered able to be gripped
by a child in accordance with 7.5.2.1 shall be tested in accordance with 7.5.2.2 and 7.5.2.3.
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 specified in 4.4.
Paper, fabric (including elastic fabric), yarn, string and fuzz are excluded from these requirements.
However, felt and tightly packed stuffed components made of fabric and/or yarn are not excluded from
these requirements.
7.5.2 Test methods
7.5.2.1 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 specified in 4.5 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.
7.5.2.2 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.
7.5.2.3 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.
7.6 Suffocation hazards — 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 Hazardous edges, corners and protruding parts
All edges, corners and protruding parts on the product shall be rounded and free from burrs.
7.8 Hazards from inadequate structural integrity
7.8.1 Thermal shock
7.8.1.1 Requirement
When the bath tub is tested in accordance with 7.8.1.2, no part shall break.
7.8.1.2 Test method
Place the bath tub in the normal position of use.
The volume to consider for this test is the volume up to 10 mm below the lowest point of the bath tub
rim.
Put a quarter of the water volume at a temperature of 90 °C ± 5 °C in the bath tub.
After 5 min, add three quarters of the water volume at a temperature of 10 °C ± 3 °C.
7.8.2 Static strength of bath tubs
7.8.2.1 Requirement
When the bath tub is tested in accordance with 7.8.2.2, no part shall break, detach, fold or collapse.
After the recovery time specified in 7.8.2.2, the product shall function as originally intended and it shall
comply with 7.2 and 7.3.
7.8.2.2 Test method
Place the bath tub on a flat rigid surface in the normal position of use in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
Place 15 kg of steel shot evenly distributed on the base of the bath tub. Bags of steel shot can be used to
better distribute the weight.
Add water up to 10 mm below the rim of the bath tub.
Leave the steel shot and the water for a period of 24 h ± 10 min.
Remove the steel shot and the water and allow the product to recover for 30 min ± 1 min.
7.8.3 Static strength of bathing aid accessories
7.8.3.1 Requirement
When the bathing aid accessory is tested in accordance with 7.8.3.2.1, no part shall break, detach, fold
or collapse.
After the recovery time specified in 7.8.3.2.1, the bathing aid accessory shall function as originally
intended and it shall comply with 7.2 and 7.3.
If the bathing aid accessory has suction cup(s) as attachment device(s), when tested in accordance with
7.8.3.2.2 no part of the suction cups and their attachment to the bathing aid accessory shall break or
separate and the bathing aid accessory shall function as originally intended. Detachment of the suction
cups from the test surface shall not be counted as a failure.
7.8.3.2 Test method
7.8.3.2.1 Test method for static strength
Install the bathing aid accessory in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Place 15 kg of steel shot evenly distributed on the bathing aid accessory. Bags of steel shot can be used
to better distribute the weight.
Leave the test mass for a period of 1 h ± 10 min.
Remove the mass and allow the product to recover for 30 min ± 1 min.
7.8.3.2.2 Test method for suction cups
Clean the glass surface (4.6) with ethanol and let it dry.
Attach the suction cups to the test glass surface (4.6); 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 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 for a total of 100 times.
7.8.4 Static strength of stands
7.8.4.1 Requirement
When the stand is tested in accordance with 7.8.4.2, no part of the stand or the bath tub shall break,
detach, fold or collapse.
After the recovery time specified in 7.8.4.2, the stand shall function as originally intended and it shall
comply with 7.2 and 7.3.
7.8.4.2 Test method
Place the stand on a flat rigid surface and install a compatible bath tub in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
Place 38 kg of steel shot evenly distributed on the base of the bath tub. If the volume of the bath tub is
not enough to keep 38 kg of steel shot, fill the bath tub with steel shot up to the rim. Bags of steel shot
can be used to better distribute the weight.
If the stand is fitted with shelves or additional containers, load each shelf or container with a weight of
2 kg.
Leave the load for a period of 6 h ± 10 min.
Remove the load and allow the stand to recover for 30 min ± 1 min.
7.8.5 Strength and retention of suction cups
When testing in accordance with 7.5.2.2 and 7.5.2.3, suction cups, if any, shall not detach from the
product or break.
Disregard any damage caused by the clamps used in the test method.
7.8.6 Impact test
7.8.6.1 Requirement
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