scope:

This Standard covers physical requirements and tests for materials, components, proper design, operation and other significant properties of construction and finish, and provisions for proper installation of the finished product, together with methods of marking and identification. 

The termination valves, covered by this Standard, are those units which are attached to body waste or liquid waste holding tanks, and intended for use in recreational vehicles when installed in accordance with applicable code requirements.

PURPOSE 

The purpose of this Standard is to establish an acceptable quality standard for termination valves for use in recreational vehicles. Its purpose is also to serve as a guide for producers, distributors, designers, engineers, installers, inspectors, enforcement agencies and users; to promote understanding regarding materials, manufacture and installation; and to provide for identifying termination valves that conform to this Standard.

The provisions of this Standard are not intended to prevent the use of any alternate material, method of construction or performance, provided such alternates meet the intent of this Standard.