ASTM_F_2571_-_15.pdf

Designation:F257115An American National StandardStandard Test Methods forEvaluating Design and Performance Characteristics ofFitness Equipment1This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2571;the number immediately following the designation indicates the year oforiginal adoption or,in the case of revision,the year of last revision.A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval.Asuperscript epsilon()indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.INTRODUCTIONThe goal of these tests is to provide reliable and repeatable methods for the evaluation of fitnessequipment.The equipment users must recognize,however,that conformance to a standard will notnecessarily prevent injuries.Like other physical activities,exercise involving fitness equipmentinvolves the risk of injury,particularly if the equipment is not maintained or used properly.1.Scope1.1 These test methods specify procedures and apparatusused for testing and evaluating fitness equipment for compli-ance to Specification F2276.Both design and operationalparameters will be evaluated.Where possible and applicable,accepted test methods from other recognized bodies will beused and referenced.1.2 It is the intent of this standard to specify test methods forfitness products for use by individuals age 13 and above.1.3 RequirementsFitness Equipment is to be tested for allof the following parameters:1.3.1 Stability.1.3.2 Edge and Corner Sharpness.1.3.3 Tube Ends and Holes.1.3.4 Function of Adjustments and Locking Mechanisms.1.3.5 Handgrip Design and Retention.1.3.6 Foot Supports.1.3.7 Load Development and Transmitting Systems.1.3.8 Chain and Gear Drive Design.1.3.9 Entrapment Zones and Guarding.1.3.10 Loading:1.3.10.1 Intrinsic Loading.1.3.10.2 Extrinsic Loading.1.3.10.3 Handlebar Loading.1.3.10.4 Endurance Loading.(1)Seat frame endurance loading.1.3.11 Switch and switch actuation mechanism endurance.1.3.12 Electrical Guarding.1.3.13 Maximum Surface Temperature.1.3.14 Documentation and Warnings Verification.1.4 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as thestandard.The values in parentheses are for information only.1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of thesafety concerns,if any,associated with its use.It is theresponsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-priate safety and health practices and determine the applica-bility of regulatory limitations prior to use.2.Referenced Documents2.1 ASTM Standards:2F1749 Specification for Fitness Equipment and Fitness Fa-cility Safety Signage and LabelsF2276 Specification for Fitness Equipment2.2 European Standards:3EN 957-1 Stationary Training Equipment-Part 1:GeneralSafety Requirements and Test Methods2.3 UL Standards:4UL 1439 Standard for Safety Test for Sharpness of Edges onEquipmentUL 1647 Motor-Operated Massage and Exercise MachinesUL 60335 Standard for Safety of Household and SimilarElectrical Appliances1These test methods are under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F08 onSports Equipment,Playing Surfaces,and Facilities and are the direct responsibilityof Subcommittee F08.30 on Fitness Products.Current edition approved June 1,2015.Published August 2015.Originallyapproved in 2009.Last previous edition approved in 2009 as F2571 09.DOI:10.1520/F2571-15.2For referenced ASTM standards,visit the ASTM website,www.astm.org,orcontact ASTM Customer Service at serviceastm.org.For Annual Book of ASTMStandards volume information,refer to the standards Document Summary page onthe ASTM website.3Available from European Committee for Standardization(CEN),36 rue deStassart,B-1050,Brussels,Belgium,http:/www.cenorm.be.4Available from Underwriters Laboratories(UL),333 Pfingsten Rd.,Northbrook,IL 60062-2096,http:/.Copyright ASTM International,100 Barr Harbor Drive,PO Box C700,West Conshohocken,PA 19428-2959.United States1 2.4 ANSI Standards:5ANSI B29.1 Precision Power Transmission Roller Chains,Attachments and Sprockets3.Terminology3.1 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:3.1.1 breakage,nseparation or damage to the structure orcomponents such that they will no longer support the appliedload.3.1.2 user means,nportion of the fitness equipment thatthe user operates to perform the desired function of themachine.Examples include handles,lifting arms and rollers.4.Significance and Use4.1 The purpose of these tests are to provide valid andrepeatable methods for the evaluation of fitness equipmentassembled and maintained according to the manufacturersspecifications.Use of these test methods in conjunction withSpecification F2276 is intended to maximize the reliability offitness equipment design and reduce the risk of serious injuryresulting from design deficiencies.5.Certification5.1 These test methods permit self-certification.It is recom-mended that each manufacturer employ an independent labo-ratory to evaluate and validate that their designs and testprocedures conform and comply to these test methods andSpecification F2276.6.Sample Preparation6.1 Assemb