This test method provides a method of determining the flammability characteristics of textile products when exposed to an ignition source in a laboratory environment. Eight specimens were taken from the sample lot, 230mm X 230mm, and preconditioned in an air circulating oven @ 150°C for 2 hours. After removal from the oven, the specimens are placed into a desiccator for 1 hour prior to performing the test. Each specimen was then placed into the test chamber floor with the pile surface up and a steel frame, 230mm X 230mm with 200mm diameter hole, placed on top of the specimen. A methenamine tablet was placed centrically onto the pile surface. The pill was ignited using a lighted match, with the ignition flame and propagated flame allowed to self-extinguish.

This test method provides a method of determining the flammability characteristics of textile products when exposed to an ignition source in a laboratory environment. Eight specimens were taken from the sample lot, 230mm X 230mm, and preconditioned in an air circulating oven @ 150°C for 2 hours. After removal from the oven, the specimens are placed into a desiccator for 1 hour prior to performing the test. Each specimen was then placed into the test chamber floor with the pile surface up and a steel frame, 230mm X 230mm with 200mm diameter hole, placed on top of the specimen. A methenamine tablet was placed centrically onto the pile surface. The pill was ignited using a lighted match, with the ignition flame and propagated flame allowed to self-extinguish.

This test method covers the procedure for measuring surface frictional properties using the British Pendulum Skid Resistance Tester. The British Pendulum Tester is a dynamic pendulum impact-type tester used to measure the energy loss when a rubber slider edge is propelled over a test surface.