ASTM F2106-02

Standard Test Methods for Evaluating Design and Performance Characteristics of Motorized Treadmills

SCOPE
1.1 These test methods specify procedures and equipment used for testing and evaluating a motorized treadmill for compliance to Specification F 2115. 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 F 2115, the Specification F 2115 takes precedence.
1.2 Requirements—A motorized treadmill is to be tested for all of the following parameters:
1.2.1 Stability,
1.2.2 Exterior design,
1.2.3 Endurance,
1.2.4 Static loading,
1.2.5 Overheating,
1.2.6 Adjustable incline system function,
1.2.7 User interface parameters,
1.2.8 Motorized drive system operation,
1.2.9 Warning label compliance, and
1.2.10 Documentation.

General Information

• Status: Historical
• Publication Date: 09-May-2002
• ICS: 97.220.30 - Indoor sports equipment
• Technical Committee: F08 - Sports Equipment, Playing Surfaces, and Facilities
• Drafting Committee: F08.30 - Fitness Products

Relations

• Replaces: ASTM F2106-01 - Standard Test Methods for Evaluating Design and Performance Characteristics of Motorized Treadmills
• Effective Date: 10-May-2002
• Replaced By: ASTM F2106-03 - Standard Test Methods for Evaluating Design and Performance Characteristics of Motorized Treadmills
• Effective Date: 10-May-2003
• Referred By: ASTM F2115-19 - Standard Specification for Motorized Treadmills
• Effective Date: 10-May-2002

Standards Content (Sample)

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An American National Standard
Designation: F 2106 – 02
Standard Test Methods for
Evaluating Design and Performance Characteristics of
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Motorized Treadmills
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F 2106; 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 (e) 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
motorized treadmills. Users of the equipment must recognize that conformance to a standard will not
necessarily prevent injuries. Like other physical activities, exercise involving a treadmill involves a
risk of injury, particularly if the equipment is not maintained or used properly.
1. Scope UL 1439 Test for Sharpness of Edges on Equipment
UL 1647 Motor Operated Massage and Exercise Machines
1.1 These test methods specify procedures and equipment
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2.3 European Standard :
used for testing and evaluating a motorized treadmill for
EN 957-1 Stationary Training Equipment—Part 1: General
compliance to Specification F 2115. Both design and opera-
Safety Requirements and Test Methods
tional parameters will be evaluated. Where possible and
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2.4 ISO Standards :
applicable, accepted test methods from other recognized bodies
ISO 4649 Rubber—Determination of Abrasion Resistance
will be used and referenced. In case of a conflict between this
Using a Rotating Cylindrical Drum Device
document and Specification F 2115, Specification F 2115 takes
ISO 5904 Gymnastic Equipment—Landing Mats and Sur-
precedence.
faces for Floor Exercises—Determination of Resistance to
1.2 Requirements—A motorized treadmill is to be tested for
Slipping
all of the following parameters:
1.2.1 Stability,
3. Terminology
1.2.2 Exterior design,
3.1 Definitions—For definitions applicable to this standard
1.2.3 Endurance,
see Specification F 2115.
1.2.4 Static loading,
1.2.5 Overheating,
4. Significance and Use
1.2.6 Adjustable incline system function,
4.1 The purpose of these test methods is to provide reliable
1.2.7 User interface parameters,
and repeatable test methods for the evaluation of motorized
1.2.8 Motorized drive system operation,
treadmills assembled and maintained according to the manu-
1.2.9 Warning label compliance, and
facturer’s specifications. Use of these test methods in conjunc-
1.2.10 Documentation.
tion with Specification F 2115 is intended to insure appropriate
2. Referenced Documents performance and reliability of a motorized treadmill and reduce
the risk of serious injury from design deficiencies.
2.1 ASTM Standards:
F 1749 Specification for Fitness Equipment and Facilities
5. Certification
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Safety Signage and Labels
2 5.1 These test methods permit self-certification. It is recom-
F 2115 Specification for Motorized Treadmills
3 mended that each manufacturer employ an independent labo-
2.2 UL Standards :
ratory to evaluate and validate that their designs and test
procedures conform and comply with these test methods and
Specification F 2115.
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This test method is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F08 on Sports
Equipment and Facilities and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee F08.30 on
Fitness Products.
Current edition approved May 10, 2002. Published August 2002. Originally
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F 2106
6. Units of Measure accurate to within 0.1°, verify the nonskid surface is 10° 6
0.5°. Calibrate the load measurement apparatus to confirm
6.1 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the
accuracy to within 6 20 N (4.5 lb.) over entire user weight
standard. The values in parenthesis are for information only.
range.
7. Sample Preparation
9.1.3 Procedure—Test the treadmill as follows:
7.1 Assemble and adjust the treadmill on a horizontal 9.1.3.1 Using the aforementioned load apparatus, apply a
surface according to the manufacturer’s instructions. On tread- vertical load equal to 1.0 3 maxi
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