ASTM F2387

1.1 This specification covers requirements for safety vacuum release systems (SVRS) for use on swimming pools, spas, hot tubs, and wading pools.

1.2 This specification is intended to reduce the risk of drowning or entrapment by providing a rapid detection and rapid release of vacuum or preventing a dangerous vacuum altogether when a person becomes entrapped at the suction outlet serving a pumping system.

1.3 The values stated in customary English units are to be regarded as the standard. Any values in parentheses are given for information only.

1.4 The following safety hazards caveat pertains only to the test methods section, Section 5, of this specification. This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

2. Referenced Documents

D2466 Specification for Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Plastic Pipe Fittings, Schedule 40
D2468 Specification for Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene (ABS) Plastic Pipe Fittings, Schedule 40
D2855 Practice for Making Solvent-Cemented Joints with Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Pipe and Fittings
F402 Practice for the Safe Handling of Solvent Cements, Primers, and Cleaners Used for Joining Thermoplastic Pipe and Fittings
ANSI/ASME B1.20.1 Pipe Threads, General Purpose, Inch
CPSC Document Guidelines for Addressing Potential Entrapment Hazards Associated with Swimming Pools and Spas
NSF 50 Circulatory System Components and Related Materials for Swimming Pools, Spas, Hot Tubs
UL 1081 Standard for Safety for Swimming Pool Pumps, Filters and Chlorinators
UL 746A Plastics Testing

Index Terms

anti-suction devices; hot tubs; safety vacuum release systems; spas; swimming pools; ICS Number Code 97.220.10

Citing ASTM Standards

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