scope:

This American National Standard covers material, grading, dimensions, certain features of construction, and the types and sizes of vitreous china plumbing fixtures currently in general usc and demand. Also given are definitions, inspection methods, and tests that comply with the standard. Fixtures included are water closets, lavatories, urinals, service sinks and drinking fountains.

PURPOSE

The purposes of this American National Standard are to establish a nationally recognized standard for vitreous china plumbh1g fixtures for the guidance of manufacturers, distributors, and purchasers; to prompte better understanding between suppliers and users; and to serve as a basis for fair competition in furnishing vitreous china plumbing fixtures tc meet the principal demands of the trade.