ASTM F2106-12
(Test Method)Standard Test Methods for Evaluating Design and Performance Characteristics of Motorized Treadmills
Standard Test Methods for Evaluating Design and Performance Characteristics of Motorized Treadmills
SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
The purpose of these test methods is to provide reliable and repeatable test methods for the evaluation of motorized treadmills assembled and maintained according to the manufacturer's specifications. Use of these test methods in conjunction with Specification F2115, Specification F2276, and Test Methods F2571 is intended to insure appropriate performance and reliability of a motorized treadmill 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 a motorized treadmill for compliance to Specification F2115. 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 F2115, Specification F2115 takes precedence.
1.2 This test method is to be used in conjunction with Specification F2276, Test Methods F2571, and Specification F2115.
1.3 This standard takes precedence over Specification F2276 and Test Methods F2571 in areas that are specific to motorized treadmills.
1.4 Requirements—A motorized treadmill is to be tested for all of the following parameters:
1.4.1 Stability,
1.4.2 Exterior design,
1.4.3 Endurance,
1.4.4 Static loading,
1.4.5 Overheating,
1.4.6 Adjustable incline system function,
1.4.7 User interface parameters,
1.4.8 Motorized drive system operation,
1.4.9 Warning label compliance, and
1.4.10 Documentation.
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Designation: F2106 − 12 An American National Standard
Standard Test Methods for
Evaluating Design and Performance Characteristics of
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Motorized Treadmills
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2106; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision.Anumber 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
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 2. Referenced Documents
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1.1 These test methods specify procedures and equipment 2.1 ASTM Standards:
used for testing and evaluating a motorized treadmill for F1749Specification for Fitness Equipment and Fitness Fa-
compliance to Specification F2115. Both design and opera- cility Safety Signage and Labels
F2115Specification for Motorized Treadmills
tional parameters will be evaluated. Where possible and
applicable,acceptedtestmethodsfromotherrecognizedbodies F2276Specification for Fitness Equipment
F2571TestMethodsforEvaluatingDesignandPerformance
will be used and referenced. In case of a conflict between this
document and Specification F2115, Specification F2115 takes Characteristics of Fitness Equipment
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precedence.
2.2 UL Standards:
UL 1647Motor Operated Massage and Exercise Machines
1.2 This test method is to be used in conjunction with
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2.3 European Standard:
Specification F2276, Test Methods F2571, and Specification
EN 957-1Stationary Training Equipment—Part 1: General
F2115.
Safety Requirements and Test Methods
1.3 This standard takes precedence over Specification
F2276 and Test Methods F2571 in areas that are specific to
3. Terminology
motorized treadmills.
3.1 Definitions—For definitions applicable to this standard
1.4 Requirements—Amotorized treadmill is to be tested for
see Specification F2115.
all of the following parameters:
1.4.1 Stability, 4. Significance and Use
1.4.2 Exterior design,
4.1 The purpose of these test methods is to provide reliable
1.4.3 Endurance,
and repeatable test methods for the evaluation of motorized
1.4.4 Static loading,
treadmills assembled and maintained according to the manu-
1.4.5 Overheating,
facturer’s specifications. Use of these test methods in conjunc-
1.4.6 Adjustable incline system function,
tion with Specification F2115, Specification F2276, and Test
1.4.7 User interface parameters,
Methods F2571 is intended to insure appropriate performance
1.4.8 Motorized drive system operation,
and reliability of a motorized treadmill and reduce the risk of
1.4.9 Warning label compliance, and
serious injury from design deficiencies.
1.4.10 Documentation.
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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
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This test method is under the jurisdiction ofASTM Committee F08 on Sports Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
EquipmentandFacilitiesandisthedirectresponsibilityofSubcommitteeF08.30on the ASTM website.
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Fitness Products. Available from Underwriters Laboratories (UL), Corporate Progress, 333
Current edition approved March 1, 2012. Published April 2012. Originally Pfingsten Rd., Northbrook, IL 60062.
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approved in 2001. Last previous edition approved in 2010 as F2106–03 (2010). Available from CEN Management Centre, 36 rue de Strasse, B-1050, Brussels,
DOI: 10.1520/F2106-12. Belgium.
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5. Certification 9. Test Methods and Procedures
9.1 Stability—The treadmill shall be tested by a series of
5.1 5.1 These test methods permit self-certification. It is
load applications in the orientation that is most obviously
recommended that each manufacturer employ an independent
unstable.
laboratory to evaluate and validate that their designs and test
9.1.1 Apparatus and Set Up—Place treadmill on a nonskid
procedures conform and comply with these test methods and
10° surface in the orientation that is least stable. A method of
Specification F2115, Specification F2276, and Test Methods
applying a steady state force equal to 1.0 × maximum user
F2571.
weight in the vertical direction must be provided. Possible
methods of providing force include, but are not limited to,
6. Units of Measure
pneumatic cylinder(s) or dead weights.
6.
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An American National Standard
Designation:F2106–03 (Reapproved 2010) Designation:F2106–12
Standard Test Methods for
Evaluating Design and Performance Characteristics of
1
Motorized Treadmills
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2106; 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
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
1.1 These test methods specify procedures and equipment used for testing and evaluating a motorized treadmill for compliance
to Specification F2115. 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
F2115, Specification F2115 takes precedence.
1.2
1.2 This test method is to be used in conjunction with Specification F2276, Test Methods F2571, and Specification F2115.
1.3 This standard takes precedence over Specification F2276 and Test Methods F2571 in areas that are specific to motorized
treadmills.
1.4 Requirements—A motorized treadmill is to be tested for all of the following parameters:
1.2.1Stability,
1.2.2Exterior design,
1.2.3Endurance,
1.2.4Static loading,
1.2.5Overheating,
1.2.6Adjustable incline system function,
1.2.7User interface parameters,
1.2.8Motorized drive system operation,
1.2.9Warning label compliance, and
1.2.10Documentation.
1.4.1 Stability,
1.4.2 Exterior design,
1.4.3 Endurance,
1.4.4 Static loading,
1.4.5 Overheating,
1.4.6 Adjustable incline system function,
1.4.7 User interface parameters,
1.4.8 Motorized drive system operation,
1.4.9 Warning label compliance, and
1.4.10 Documentation.
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ThistestmethodisunderthejurisdictionofASTMCommitteeF08onSportsEquipmentandFacilitiesandisthedirectresponsibilityofSubcommitteeF08.30onFitness
Products.
Current edition approved Feb. 1, 2010. Published May 2010. Originally approved in 2001. Last previous edition approved in 2003 as F2106–03. DOI:
10.1520/F2106-03R10.
Current edition approved March 1, 2012. Published April 2012. Originally approved in 2001. Last previous edition approved in 2010 as F2106 – 03 (2010). DOI:
10.1520/F2106-12.
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2. Referenced Documents
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2.1 ASTM Standards:
F1749 Specification for Fitness Equipment and Fitness Facility Safety Signage and Labels
F2115 Specification for Motorized Treadmills Specification for Motorized Treadmills
F2276 Specification for Fitness Equipment
F2571 Test Methods for Evaluating Design and Performance Characteristics of Fitness Equipment
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2.2 UL Standards: UL 1439Test for Sharpness of Edges on Equipment
UL 1647 Motor Operated Massage and Exercise Machines
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2.3 European Standard:
EN 957-1 Stationary Training Equipment—Part 1: General Safety Requirements and Test Methods
2.4 ISO Standards:
ISO 4649Rubber—Determination of Abrasion Resistance Using a Rotating Cylindrical Drum Device
ISO 5904Gymnastic Equipment—Landing Mats and Surfaces for Floor Exercises—Determination of Resistance to Slipping
3. Terminology
3.1 Definitions—For definitions applicable to this standard see Specification F2115.
4. Significance and Use
4.1 The purpose of these test methods is to provide reliable and repeatable test methods for the evaluation of motorized
treadmills assembled and maintained according to the manufacturer’s specifications. Use of these test methods in conjunction with
Specification F2115, Specification F2276, and Test Methods F2571 is intended to insure appropriate performance and reliability
of a motorized treadmill and reduce the risk of serious injury from design deficiencies.
5. Certification
5.1 5.1 These test methods permit self-certification. It is recommended that each manufacturer employ an independent
laboratory to evaluate and validate that their designs and test procedures conform and
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