scope:

This Standard covers material, grading, dimensions, certain features of construction, and the types and sizes of vitreous china pluming fixtures currently in general use and demand. Also given are definitions inspection methods, and tests that comply with the Standard. Fixtures included are water with the Standard. Fixtures included are water closets, lavatories, urinals, service, sinks, and drinking fountains. The values stated in U.S. customary units are to be regarded as the standard.

PURPOSE

The purpose of this Standard are: to establish a nationally recognized standard for vitreous china plumbing fixtures for the guidance of manufacturers, distributors, and purchasers; to promote better under standing between supplies and users; and to serve as a basis for fair competition in furnishing vitreous china plumbing fixtures to meet the principal demands of the trade.