Water treatment for small volume heating and cooling systems in residential dwellings (including apartments) - Design, installation, handover and validation - Code of practice
BS 8693:2025
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Mechanical & Electrical Supplement
Series
BS
Abstract
Provides recommendations for the system design and installation of heating and cooling systems in residential dwellings, typically with a system volume less than 250 l. Covers: materials, filling/flushing water supply, initial filling of systems and expansion vessels, make-up water to systems that are in operation, microbiological control prior to cleaning, pre-commission cleaning, validation, and handover.
History
Came into effect 30 September 2025.
ISBN
9780539124811
Subjects
- Building services
- Space heating/central heating
Publisher History
With over 100 years of experience the British Standards Institute is recognised as the UK’s National standards body. Their committees work with the manufacturing and service industries, government, businesses and consumers to facilitate the production of British, European and International standards.
Information
NBS
NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.
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