ASTM_F_3023_-_13.pdf

Designation:F302313Standard Test Methods forEvaluating Design and Performance Characteristics ofStationary Upright and Recumbent Exercise Bicycles andUpper Body Ergometers1This standard is issued under the fixed designation F3023;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 test methods is to provide reliable and repeatable methods for the evaluation ofstationary exercise bicycles and upper body ergometers.The equipment user must recognize,however,that a standard alone will not necessarily preventinjuries.Like other physical activities,exercise involving stationary upright and recumbent exercisebicycles and upper body ergometers involves the risk of injury,particularly if the equipment is usedimproperly or not properly maintained.In addition,users with physical limitations should seekmedical advice and instruction from the fitness facility prior to using this equipment.Certain physicalconditions or limitations may preclude some persons from using this equipment properly and withoutincreasing the risk of serious injury.1.Scope1.1 These test methods specify procedures and equipmentused for testing and evaluating stationary exercise bicycles andcrank training equipment(machines)for compliance to Speci-fication F1250.Both design and operational parameters will beevaluated.Where possible and applicable,accepted test meth-ods from other recognized bodies will be used and referenced.In case of a conflict between this document and SpecificationF1250,Specification F1250 takes precedence.1.2 RequirementsStationary exercise bicycles and cranktraining equipment are to be tested for the parameters specifiedin Specification F2276 and Test Methods F2571 and thefollowing parameters unique to this equipment:1.2.1 Seat post construction and loading1.2.2 Handlebar construction and loading1.2.3 Pedal construction and loading1.2.4 Crank Arm and Enclosure Entrapment1.2.5 Seat back support loading1.2.6 Stability1.2.7 Direct Drive Exercise Bicycle Pedal Endurance1.2.8 Warnings1.2.9 Documentation1.3 UnitsThe values stated in SI units are to be regardedas standard.The values given in parentheses are mathematicalconversions to inch-pound units that are provided for informa-tion only and are not considered standard.1.4 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:2F1250 Specification for Stationary Upright and RecumbentExercise Bicycles and Upper Body ErgometersF1749 Specification for Fitness Equipment and Fitness Fa-cility Safety Signage and LabelsF2276 Specification for Fitness EquipmentF2571 Test Methods for Evaluating Design and PerformanceCharacteristics of Fitness Equipment2.2 European Standards:3EN 957-1 Stationary Training Equipment Part 1:GeneralSafety Requirements and Test Methods1These test methods are under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F08 onSports Equipment,Playing Surfaces,and Facilities and is the direct responsibility ofSubcommittee F08.30 on Fitness Products.Current edition approved June 1,2013.Published July 2013.DOI:10.1520/F3023-13.2For 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),AvenueMarnix 17,B-1000,Brussels,Belgium,http:/www.cen.eu.Copyright ASTM International,100 Barr Harbor Drive,PO Box C700,West Conshohocken,PA 19428-2959.United States1 3.Terminology3.1 Definitions:For definitions applicable to this standardsee Specification F1250.4.Significance and Use4.1 The purpose of these test methods is to provide reliableand repeatable test methods for the evaluation of stationaryexercise bicycles and crank training equipment assembled andmaintained according to the manufacturers specifications.Useof these test methods in conjunction Specification F1250 isintended to ensure appropriate performance and reliability ofsaid equipment and reduce the risk of serious injury fromdesign 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 test procedures andmethodologies conform and comply with these test methodsand Specification F1250.6.Sample Preparations6.1 Assemble and adjust the machine on a horizontalsurface according to the manufacturers instructions.For ma-chines that are fully assembled,verify acc