1、Designation: F2234 08Standard Specification forSpill Resistant Fueling Systems for Portable FuelContainers for Consumer Use1This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2234; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year oforiginal adoption or, in the case of revision,
2、the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. Asuperscript epsilon () indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.1. Scope1.1 This specification establishes nationally recognized per-formance requirements for portable gasoline, kero
3、sene, anddiesel fueling systems intended for reuse by the consumer infilling, transport, dispensing, and storage. This specificationdoes not cover single-trip prepackaged containers.1.2 This specification defines performance requirements forsystems that can effectively reduce fuel spillage and emiss
4、ionswhen used in accordance with the manufacturers (marked)warnings, operating instructions, and limitations of use. Thisspecification does not provide assurance that systems meetingthe requirements are suited to all fueling applications andconditions.1.3 This specification is not a fire hazard stan
5、dard. Itconcerns portable gasoline and kerosene containers for con-sumer use.1.4 Containers used with these systems shall meet allapplicable requirements of either Specification F852 or F976and additional requirements as specified in this standard.1.5 The following precautionary caveat applies only
6、to thetest method portion, Section 5, of this specification: Thisstandard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns,if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the userof this standard to establish appropriate safety and healthpractices and determine the applicability o
7、f regulatory limita-tions prior to use.2. Referenced Documents2.1 ASTM Standards:2D471 Test Method for Rubber PropertyEffect of LiquidsD572 Test Method for RubberDeterioration by Heat andOxygenD999 Test Methods for Vibration Testing of Shipping Con-tainersF852 Specification for Portable Gasoline Con
8、tainers forConsumer UseF976 Specification for Portable Kerosene and Diesel Con-tainers for Consumer Use3. Terminology3.1 DefinitionsSee Specifications F852 and F976 for spe-cific definitions.3.2 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:3.2.1 fueling system, na pour spout as defined above andco
9、ntainer intended to reduce fuel related emissions attributed tospillage, evaporation, and permeation.3.2.2 spill resistant spout, na spout that when attachedfirmly to the container, will stop fuel flow when the receptacle,for example, gas tank, reaches an established level, and closeand seal automat
10、ically when removed from the receptacle.4. Requirements4.1 Gasoline containers referred to in the specification mustcomply with the following sections in Specification F85299:Sections 4.1 to 4.8, 4.8.1, 4.8.3 to 4.8.6, 4.9, 4.9.1, 4.9.3, 5, 6,7, and applicable sections of Section 8. Kerosine or dies
11、elcontainers referred to in this specification must comply withthe following sections of Specification F97602: Sections 4.1to 4.8, 4.8.1, 4.8.3 to 4.8.6, 4.9, 4.9.1, 4.9.3, 5, 6, andapplicable sections of Sections 7 and 8.4.1.1 ClassificationsClass A systems shall meet all re-quirements of this spec
12、ification. Class B systems shall meet allapplicable requirements of this specification and the followingperformance and administrative requirements in accordancewith Title 13, California Code of Regulations, Chapter 9,Sections 24702478.4.1.1.1 PermeabilityThe average weight loss shall notexceed 0.4
13、g/gal of capacity per 24 h period when tested inaccordance with 5.15 of this specification.4.1.1.2 Flow Rate, Fill LevelNot less than 1.89 L/min (0.5gal/min) for systems with a nominal capacity of 9.46 L (2.5gal) or less and fills to a level less than or equal to 25.4 mm (1in. ) below the top of the
14、 test fixture opening (see Fig. 1) whentested in accordance with 5.2 and 5.14 of this specification.1This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F15 onConsumer Products and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee F15.10 onStandards for Flammable Liquid Containers.Current edit
15、ion approved on March 1, 2008. Published April 2008. Originallyapproved in 2003. Last previous edition approved in 2007 as F2234 07. DOI:10.1520/F2234-08.2For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, orcontact ASTM Customer Service at serviceastm.org. For Annual Book of ASTMS
16、tandards volume information, refer to the standards Document Summary page onthe ASTM website.Copyright ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. United StatesNOTICE: This standard has either been superseded and replaced by a new version or withdrawn.Co
17、ntact ASTM International (www.astm.org) for the latest information1Systems with nominal capacity greater than 5.68 L (1.5 gal),but less than or equal to 9.46 L (2.5 gal) must clearly displaythe phrase “Low Flow Rate” in type 34 point or larger on eachspill proof system or label affixed thereto, and
18、on any accom-panying package. It should be not less than 3.785 L/min (1gal/min) for containers with nominal capacity greater than 5.68L (1.5 gal), but less than or equal to 9.46 L (2.5 gal) and fillsto a level less than or equal to 31.75 mm (1.25 in.) below thetop of the test fixture opening (see Fi
19、g. 1) when tested inaccordance with 5.2 and 5.14 of this specification. It should benot less than 7.57 L/min (2 gal/min) for systems with a nominalcapacity greater than 9.46 L (2.5 gal) when tested in accor-dance with 5.14 of this specification.4.1.1.3 OpeningsSystems shall have one opening for fill
20、-ing and pouring.4.1.1.4 MarkingsClass B systems shall be clearly markedwith “Spill Proof System,” date of manufacture or representa-tive date, and representative Class B code signifying compli-ance. Systems shall display the flow rate and, if due to itsdesign or other features, cannot be used to re
21、fuel one or moreon-road motor vehicles, the phrase “Not Intended for RefuelingOn-Road Motor Vehicles” in type 34 point or greater on theproduct, or affix a label to the product and on any accompa-nying package.4.1.1.5 WarrantySystems shall be warranted for a periodnot less than one year against defe
22、cts in materials andworkmanship.4.2 Subject to 4.1.1, systems are to meet the followingrequirements:4.2.1 Leakage TestThree spouts shall show no leakagewhen tested in accordance with 5.1.4.2.2 Operation TestThree spouts shall operate as in-tended and show no leakage when tested in accordance with5.2
23、.4.2.3 Elevated Temperature TestThree spouts shall showno evidence of cracking, deterioration or leakage, and operateas intended when tested in sequence of 5.3, followed by 5.1and 5.24.2.4 Bending Moment TestThree spouts shall show noevidence of leakage when tested in accordance with 5.4,followed by
24、 5.1.4.2.5 Cyclic Endurance TestThree spouts shall operate asintended and show no leakage when tested in accordance with5.5, followed by 5.1 and 5.2 conducted with ASTM ReferenceFuel C.4.2.6 Spout Pull TestThree spouts shall show no leakagewhen tested in accordance with 5.6, followed by 5.1.4.2.7 Re
25、sistance to ImpactThree spouts shall show noleakage when tested in accordance with 5.7 followed by 5.1.4.2.8 Closure Test (Vibration)One spout shall show noleakage when tested in accordance with 5.8, followed by 5.1.4.2.9 Drop TestThree spouts shall show no leakage whentested in accordance with 5.9,
26、 followed by 5.1.4.2.10 Stress Cracking TestThree spouts shall show nosigns of cracking following tests outlined in 5.10.4.2.11 Immersion TestParts of one spout shall show nosigns of cracking or evidence of deterioration when tested inaccordance with 5.11. The change in volume and weight of theseals
27、/gaskets shall comply with the values specified in Table 1.4.2.12 Aging TestsApart made of an elastomer which maybe affected by aging shall not crack or show visible evidence ofdeterioration when tested in accordance with 5.12.1. A nonme-tallic part other than an elastomer, which may be affected bya
28、ging, shall not crack or show visible evidence of deteriorationwhen tested in accordance with 5.12.2.4.2.13 Xenon Arc Type Light and Water Exposure TestsThree spouts shall show no evidence of deterioration, operateas intended and show no leakage when tested in accordancewith 5.13, followed by 5.1 an
29、d 5.2.4.2.14 PermeabilityThe average weight loss shall notexceed .42 g/L (1.6 g/gal) of capacity per day when tested inaccordance with 5.15.4.2.15 Flow RateAverage flow rate as determined fromflow tests described in 5.14 shall be marked clearly on eachspout, system, decals, or accompanying literatur
30、e in L orgal/min. Systems of 9.46 L (2.5 gal) or less capacity shall havea minimum flow rate of 1.89 L/min (0.5 gal/min). Systems ofNOTE 1All dimensions are in inches.FIG. 1 Fill Level Test ReceptacleTABLE 1 Physical Changes of Elastomer SealsMaximum Physical ChangeRepresentative Test FuelAAs-Receiv
31、ed Volume, %Weight Loss, As-Received Weight, %Swelling ShrinkageIRM-903 swelling oil 25 1 10ASTM reference fuel A 25 1 10ASTM reference fuel C 40 1 10AThe composition of each reference fuel is to be as specified in Test MethodD471.F2234 082capacity greater than 5.68 L (1.5 gal) but less than or equa
32、l to9.46 L (2.5 gal) with a marked flow rate less than 3.78 L/min(1 gal/min) must be clearly marked “LOW FLOW RATE” in34 point or larger characters on each spout, system, or decals,and accompanying literature. Systems greater than 9.46 L (2.5gal) shall have a minimum flow rate of 7.57 L/min (2 gal/m
33、in).NOTE 1For purposes of this specification, the test specified in Section4.7 of Specifications F852-99 and F976-99 is intended only to evaluate theintegrity of the container. An internal hydrostatic pressure of 138 kPa (20psi) is required for this purpose. Operation of the spout should be defeated
34、to prevent leakage through the spout during this test. Leakage criteria forthe spout and container interface is specified in 5.1 of this specification.5. Test MethodsNOTE 2The results of the tests described in the following sections areintended to be verified through actual testing performed by a re
35、cognizedthird party testing authority. The number of test samples specified for eachtest is the number of samples that are required to achieve compliance tothe test described therein.5.1 Leakage Test:5.1.1 Three sample spouts are to be attached to the contain-ers filled to their normal capacity with
36、 water at 23 6 2C (756 3.6F). The spouts shall be secured to the container using atorque value indicated in Table 2.5.1.1.1 The containers are then to be placed in the invertedposition for 5 min.5.1.1.2 There shall be no leakage.5.1.2 Using a compressed air source, apply a pressure of 69kPa (10 psi)
37、 and totally submerge in a suitable water bath atroom temperature for a period of 10 min. For plasticcontainers, apply the pressure by inserting and securing anadapter through a drilled hole in a flat, heavy section of thecontainer wall, not on a pinch-off or parting line. For metalcontainers, the p
38、ressure can be applied through a fitting affixedto the container by soldering or welding.5.1.2.1 There shall be no leakage.5.2 Operation Test:5.2.1 After being checked for leakage, the water shall bepoured from each of the three systems into a 127 mm (5 in.)outside diameter, 165 mm (6.5 in.) high fu
39、el tank with 38 mm(1.5 in.) diameter fill opening extending 12.7 mm (0.50 in.)above tank (see Fig. 1).5.2.2 Flow from each system shall cease before the test tankoverflows or when the spout is removed from the tank (seeNote 3).NOTE 3During each “tank filling,” the system shall be withdrawnwhen the t
40、ank is approximately 50 % full. Gently tap the spout against theopening of the tank to remove any water which may adhere to the externalsurface. Verify that the system remains closed and sealed while still in theinverted position for one minute.5.2.3 This test is to be conducted until all of the wat
41、er isdispensed from each of the containers.5.3 Elevated Temperature Test:5.3.1 Three spout samples shall be placed in an air ovenmaintained at a temperature of 70 6 2C (158 6 3.6F) for aperiod of 60 days.5.3.2 Samples are then to be conditioned for at least 24 h inair having a temperature of 23 6 2C
42、 (73.4 6 3.6F) and arelative humidity of 50 6 5%.5.3.3 Report any evidence of cracking or deterioration andany leakage during leakage and operation tests.5.4 Load Test:5.4.1 Three spouts shall be connected to containers inaccordance with both the manufacturers instructions and withthe torque require
43、ments outlined in the leakage test.5.4.2 The spout is to be subjected to a load as specified,applied for one minute to the spouts free end using a fixturehaving a radius of 3.2 mm (18 in.) at the contact surface. Spoutsintended for use with containers of 9.46 L (5 gal) capacity orless shall be loade
44、d at 11.3 kg (25 lb), containers over 9.46 L(2.5 gal) capacity shall be loaded at 22.7 kg (50 lb).5.4.3 The load is to be applied in a direction, which willyield worst case results.5.4.4 Following removal of the load, the system shall besubjected to the leakage test (see 5.1).5.4.5 Conduct the same
45、tests (5.4.1 5.4.4) with threeadditional systems cooled to 18 6 1C (0 6 1.8F).5.5 Cyclic Endurance Test:5.5.1 Three samples of the spout assembly shall be cycledfor 1000 times, as intended, using ASTM Reference Fuel C inthe container, then subjected to the leakage and operation tests(5.1 and 5.2).NO
46、TE 4One cycle consists of operating each movable part through itsfull range of motion and returned.5.5.2 Report any failures in operation.5.6 Spout Pull Test:5.6.1 A sample spout shall be connected to the container inaccordance with both the manufacturers instructions and withthe torque requirements
47、 outlined in the leakage test.5.6.2 The container shall be enclosed in a rigid holder toprevent any upward movement.5.6.3 A mechanized clamp is applied to the spout and a pullforce of 50 lb is applied for 1 min using an Instron or deadweight tester.5.6.4 The force shall be directed along the vertica
48、l axis ofthe spout.5.6.5 Conduct the same tests (5.6.1 5.6.4) with a systemstabilized at 18 6 1C (0 6 1.8F).5.7 Resistance to Impact:5.7.1 Three spout samples shall be dropped from a height of6 ft to strike a concrete surface.5.7.2 Each sample shall be dropped three times so that, ineach drop, the s
49、ample struck the surface in a position differentfrom those in the other two drops.5.7.2.1 Conduct the same tests with three additional samplesstabilized at 18 6 1C (0 6 1.8F).5.7.3 Three additional spout samples shall be attached tocontainers filled with water, resting unrestrained on a smooth,horizontal concrete surface. Each system shall be subjected toTABLE 2 Torque RequirementsOuter Diameter of Closure Closing Torque, Nm (lb in.)Less than 51 mm (2 in.) 2.8 (25)51 mm (2 in.) and greater 5.6 (50)F2234 083a
