Anti-scalding protection as a simple add-on: retrofitting for safety with the SCHELL angle valve thermostat

Many properties still lack effective anti-scalding protection on wash basins. This is a problem to be taken seriously, especially on high-risk premises like kindergartens, schools, care homes and hospitals. The good news, however, is that replacing the entire fitting isn’t always necessary. The SCHELL angle valve thermostat enables the quick, economical and standards-compliant retrofit of reliable anti-scalding protection – directly on the angle valve.

User groups and premises that need anti-scalding protection
Anti-scalding protection as an add-on
SCHELL angle valve thermostat: all of the benefits at a glance
Retrofit to stop scald injuries with SCHELL

Scalding hazards – not to be taken lightly

If the cold water line fails, there is an acute risk of scalding with conventional mixer fittings. According to the CEN/TR 16355 standard, children are at risk of serious scald injuries from hot water at 60 °C after just three seconds. Adults are affected after around seven seconds at this temperature. Users at particular risk:

Children
Seniors
People with reduced motor or cognitive function

Alongside the immediate risk of skin damage as a result of scalding from hot water, people may also act reflexively to escape the hazard: this can result in falls and other injuries.

To minimise these risks, technical rules such as the European EN 806-2 standard require the use of effective anti-scalding protection, especially in high-risk areas such as kindergartens and schools, residential and care homes, and hospitals.

Pflegeheim — In high-risk areas like residential and care homes, the provision of reliable anti-scalding protection is essential to protect the health of older people and individuals unable to respond quickly to dangers.

The retrofit solution: SCHELL’s angle valve thermostat

The angle valve thermostat from SCHELL is a practical retrofit solution in cases where existing fittings should not – or cannot – be replaced. The thermostat fits directly to the angle valve, without affecting the fitting itself.

Overview of core functions:

Temperature control (conforms to EN 1111)
Water temperature held constant at up to maximum draw-off temperature – even with pressure fluctuations
Safety shut-off within 3 seconds if the cold water line fails
Adjustable maximum draw-off temperature – e.g. to 43 °C (as per DIN EN 806-2). Control under cover cap and requires use of tool.

Also improves hygiene: optional thermal disinfection

The angle valve thermostat from SCHELL also offers support for thermal disinfection, which helps to improve drinking water hygiene alongside user safety. This makes the angle valve thermostat especially suitable for hygienically high-risk facilities like hospitals or care homes.

Quick to install, even where space is limited

Suitable for installation on angle valves with a G 3/8 outlet, the SCHELL angle valve thermostat has been designed to ensure that it is easy to fit even when space is at a premium. This means the thermostat is also an easy retrofit on the small wash basins used by children. The three outlet connectors are not arranged in series, which also helps to simplify installation.

Also available as a set in two variants:

With rigid connection
With flexible connection – ensures maximum adaptability on site

All of the benefits of the SCHELL angle valve thermostat at a glance

Features that make SCHELL’s angle valve thermostat the practical solution for installers:

Reliable anti-scalding protection if the cold water line fails
Individually adjustable maximum draw-off temperature
Constant water temperature
Simple retrofit
Space-saving design
Quick, tool-friendly installation
No need to dismantle the existing fitting
Wide range of installation options
Ideal choice for property renovations
Optional thermal disinfection (after releasing the temperature lock)

Retrofit for (anti-scalding) safety – with little effort

Sanitary professionals know that optimum safety and hygiene are also a must for existing installations. The angle valve thermostat from SCHELL gives you a product that makes all of this possible: standards-compliant, simple to install and reliable during operation.

Find out more today about the easy way to retrofit anti-scalding protection