Minnesota Administrative Rules

4715.1240 BATHTUBS, WHIRLPOOL BATHTUBS, AND WHIRLPOOL PEDICURE TUBS.

Subpart 1.

General.

All bathtubs, whirlpool bathtubs, and whirlpool pedicure tubs must comply with the applicable material product standards. Bathtubs and whirlpool bathtubs with pressure-sealed doors must comply with ASME A112.19.15.

Subp. 1a.

Outlets.

Bathtubs and whirlpool bathtubs must have waste outlets and overflows at least one and one-half inches in diameter. The waste control device must be located at the tub outlet.

Subp. 2.

Whirlpool bathtubs.

Whirlpool bathtubs with pumps, air circulation, or both must comply with ASME A112.19.7. Pipeless whirlpool bathtubs must comply with ASME A112.19.7 or IAPMO IGC 155. All whirlpool bathtub equipment must be provided with an access panel.

Subp. 2a.

Whirlpool pedicure tubs.

Whirlpool pedicure tubs must comply with general requirements and water retention sections of ASME A112.19.7 or IAPMO IGC 155.

Subp. 3.

Drop-in bathtubs.

Bathtubs which do not have a factory applied flange for installation against a wall are considered drop-in-type and must not be installed against a wall.

Subp. 4.

Hot water temperature control device for tubs.

Bathtubs and whirlpool tubs must be provided with water temperature limiting devices set at a maximum water temperature of 120 degrees Fahrenheit to reduce the risk of scalding, according to ASSE Standard 1070.

Statutory Authority:

MS s 16B.61; 16B.62; 326.37 to 326.45; 326B.106; 326B.121; 326B.43 to 326B.49; 326B.52

History:

15 SR 76; 19 SR 590; L 2007 c 140 art 4 s 61; art 6 s 15; art 13 s 4; 36 SR 1479

Published Electronically:

November 13, 2012