ASTM F2811-15
(Test Method)Standard Test Methods for Evaluating Design and Performance Characteristics of Elliptical Trainers
Standard Test Methods for Evaluating Design and Performance Characteristics of Elliptical Trainers
SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
4.1 The purpose of these test methods is to provide reliable and repeatable test methods for the evaluation of elliptical trainers assembled and maintained according to the manufacturer’s specifications. Use of these test methods, in conjunction with Specification F2810, is intended to ensure appropriate performance and reliability of an elliptical trainer and reduce the risk of serious injury from design deficiencies.
SCOPE
1.1 These test methods specify procedures and equipment used for testing and evaluating elliptical trainers for compliance to Specification F2810. Both design and operational parameters will be evaluated. Where possible and applicable, accepted test methods from other recognized bodies will be used and referenced. In case of a conflict between this document and Specification F2810, Specification F2810 takes precedence.
1.2 Requirements—An elliptical trainer is to be tested for all of the following parameters:
1.2.1 Endurance,
1.2.2 Static loading,
1.2.2.1 Handlebars
1.2.2.2 Foot supports
1.2.3 Adjustable guide systems,
1.2.4 Control panel,
1.2.5 Warnings, and
1.2.6 Documentation.
1.3 This test method2 contains additional requirements to address the accessibility of the equipment for persons with disabilities.
1.4 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values in parenthesis are for information only.
1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
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Designation: F2811 − 15 An American National Standard
Standard Test Methods for
Evaluating Design and Performance Characteristics of
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Elliptical Trainers
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2811; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
INTRODUCTION
The goal of these test methods is to provide reliable and repeatable methods for the evaluation of
elliptical trainers. The equipment user must recognize, however, that a standard alone will not
necessarily prevent injuries. Like other physical activities, exercise involving fitness equipment
involvestheriskofinjury,particularlyiftheequipmentisusedimproperlyornotproperlymaintained.
In addition, users with physical limitations should seek medical advice or instruction from the fitness
facility, or both, prior to using this equipment. Certain physical conditions or limitations may preclude
some persons from using this equipment properly and without increasing the risk of serious injury.
1. Scope 1.4 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the
standard. The values in parenthesis are for information only.
1.1 These test methods specify procedures and equipment
used for testing and evaluating elliptical trainers for compli- 1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of the
ance to Specification F2810. Both design and operational
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
parameters will be evaluated. Where possible and applicable, responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
accepted test methods from other recognized bodies will be
priate safety and health practices and determine the applica-
used and referenced. In case of a conflict between this bility of regulatory limitations prior to use.
document and Specification F2810, Specification F2810 takes
precedence. 2. Referenced Documents
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1.2 Requirements—An elliptical trainer is to be tested for all
2.1 ASTM Standards:
of the following parameters:
F1749 Specification for Fitness Equipment and Fitness Fa-
1.2.1 Endurance,
cility Safety Signage and Labels
1.2.2 Static loading,
F2276 Specification for Fitness Equipment
1.2.2.1 Handlebars
F2571 TestMethodsforEvaluatingDesignandPerformance
1.2.2.2 Foot supports
Characteristics of Fitness Equipment
1.2.3 Adjustable guide systems,
F2810 Specification for Elliptical Trainers
1.2.4 Control panel,
F3021 Specification for Universal Design of Fitness Equip-
1.2.5 Warnings, and
ment for Inclusive Use by Persons with Functional Limi-
1.2.6 Documentation.
tations and Impairments
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F3022 Test Method for Evaluating the Universal Design of
1.3 This test method contains additional requirements to
Fitness Equipment for Inclusive Use by Persons with
address the accessibility of the equipment for persons with
Functional Limitations and Impairments
disabilities.
3. Terminology
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These test methods are under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F08 on
3.1 Definitions—For definitions applicable to this standard,
Sports Equipment, Playing Surfaces, and Facilities and is the direct responsibility of
see Specifications F2810 and F3021.
Subcommittee F08.30 on Fitness Products.
Current edition approved Dec. 1, 2015. Published February 2016. Originally
approved in 2010. Last previous edition approved in 2010 as F2811 – 10. DOI:
10.1520/F2811-15.
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This work was funded, in part, by the Rehabilitation Engineering Research For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
Center on RecTech through the National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM
Research under the US Department of Education grant #H133E070029 and Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
H133E120005. the ASTM website.
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4. Significance and Use 6.2.2.3 Procedure—Visually verify the presence of a
handlebar.
4.1 The purpose of these test methods is to provide reliable
6.2.2.4 Pass/Fail Criteria—The handlebar must be present
and repeatable test methods for the evaluation of elliptical
and conform to the requirements of subsection 5.2 of Specifi-
trainers assembled and maintained according to the manufac-
cation F2810.
turer’s specifications. Use of these test methods, in conjunction
6.2.2.5 Precision and Bias—No information is presented
with Specification F2810, is intended to ensure appropriate
abouteithertheprecisionorbiasofthistestsincethete
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Designation: F2811 − 10 F2811 − 15 An American National Standard
Standard Test Methods for
Evaluating Design and Performance Characteristics of
1
Elliptical Trainers
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2811; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
INTRODUCTION
The goal of these test methods is to provide reliable and repeatable methods for the evaluation of
elliptical trainers. The equipment user must recognize, however, that a standard alone will not
necessarily prevent injuries. Like other physical activities, exercise involving fitness equipment
involves the risk of injury, particularly if the equipment is used improperly or not properly maintained.
In addition, users with physical limitations should seek medical advice or instruction from the fitness
facility, or both, prior to using this equipment. Certain physical conditions or limitations may preclude
some persons from using this equipment properly and without increasing the risk of serious injury.
1. Scope
1.1 These test methods specify procedures and equipment used for testing and evaluating elliptical trainers for compliance to
Specification F2810. Both design and operational parameters will be evaluated. Where possible and applicable, accepted test
methods from other recognized bodies will be used and referenced. In case of a conflict between this document and Specification
F2810, Specification F2810 takes precedence.
1.2 Requirements—An elliptical trainer is to be tested for all of the following parameters:
1.2.1 Endurance,
1.2.2 Static loading,
1.2.2.1 Handlebars
1.2.2.2 Foot supports
1.2.3 Adjustable guide systems,
1.2.4 Control panel,
1.2.5 Warnings, and
1.2.6 Documentation.
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1.3 This test method contains additional requirements to address the accessibility of the equipment for persons with disabilities.
1.4 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values in parenthesis are for information only.
1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility
of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory
limitations prior to use.
2. Referenced Documents
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2.1 ASTM Standards:
F1749 Specification for Fitness Equipment and Fitness Facility Safety Signage and Labels
F2276 Specification for Fitness Equipment
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This specification is These test methods are under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F08 on Sports Equipment, Playing Surfaces, and Facilities and is the direct
responsibility of Subcommittee F08.30 on Fitness Products.
Current edition approved May 1, 2010Dec. 1, 2015. Published June 2010February 2016. Originally approved in 2010. Last previous edition approved in 2010 as
F2811 – 10. DOI: 10.1520/F2811-10.10.1520/F2811-15.
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This work was funded, in part, by the Rehabilitation Engineering Research Center on RecTech through the National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research
under the US Department of Education grant #H133E070029 and H133E120005.
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For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM Standards
volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on the ASTM website.
Copyright © ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. United States
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F2571 Test Methods for Evaluating Design and Performance Characteristics of Fitness Equipment
F2810 Specification for Elliptical Trainers
F3021 Specification for Universal Design of Fitness Equipment for Inclusive Use by Persons with Functional Limitations and
Impairments
F3022 Test Method for Evaluating the Universal Design of Fitness Equipment for Inclusive Use by Persons with Functional
Limitations and Impairments
3. Terminology
3.1 Definitions—For definitions applicable to this standard, see SpecificationSpecifications F2810 and F3021.
4. Significance and Use
4.1 The purpose of these test methods is to provide reliable and repeatable test methods for the evaluation of elliptical trainers
assembled and maintained according to the manufacturer’s specifications. Use of these test methods, in con
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