These test methods can be used by buyers of vacuum cleaner hose to specify the test criteria the hose must meet to be acceptable for their purposes.

1. Scope

1.1 These test methods cover the determination of the effect of anticipated stresses and strains that vacuum cleaner and extractor hoses will receive in normal use.

1.2 These test methods apply to plastic (regular and reinforced), nonelectric vacuum cleaner and extractor hoses for household use.

1.3 The following tests are included:

1.4 These test methods are individual tests as agreed upon between the hose and vacuum manufacturer.

1.5 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.

1.6 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 (purchase separately) The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.

ASTM Standards

D638 Test Method for Tensile Properties of Plastics

D695 Test Method for Compressive Properties of Rigid Plastics

F395 Terminology Relating to Vacuum Cleaners

F595 Test Methods for Vacuum Cleaner Hose--Durability and Reliability (All-Plastic Hose)

Keywords

durability; vacuum cleaner hose; vacuum cleaners; Pull testing--vacuum cleaner hose; Reliability; Torsion testing; Vacuum cleaners/systems; Abrasion resistance; Crushing strength; Durability--vacuum cleaner equipment; Flex testing--vacuum cleaner hose; Hose flex cycle testing;

ICS Code

ICS Number Code 97.080 (Cleaning appliances)

Citing ASTM Standards

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