ASTM_F_3104_-_14.pdf

Designation:F310414Standard Test Methods forEvaluating Design and Performance Characteristics ofExternally Loaded Strength Training Equipment,StrengthTraining Benches and External Weight Storage Equipment1This standard is issued under the fixed designation F3104;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 ofExternally Loaded Strength Training Equipment,Strength Training Benches and External WeightStorage Equipment.Users of these machines must recognize,however,that conformance to a standardwill not necessarily prevent injuries.Like other physical activities,exercise involving this 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 Externally Loaded StrengthTraining Equipment,Strength Training Benches and ExternalWeight Storage Equipment for compliance to SpecificationF3105.Both design and operational parameters will be evalu-ated.Where possible and applicable,accepted test methodsfrom other recognized bodies will be used and referenced.1.2 RequirementsThis equipment is to be tested in accor-dance with this test method or Test Methods F2571 for all ofthe following parameters:1.2.1 Stability,1.2.2 Edge and corner sharpness,1.2.3 Tube ends,1.2.4 Entrapment and pinch points,1.2.5 Weight disc retention,1.2.6 Function of adjustments and locking mechanisms,1.2.7 Training weight post loading,1.2.8 Storage weight post loading,1.2.9 Stop height verification,1.2.10 Stop load drop test,1.2.11 Barbell hook dimensions,1.2.12 Catch hook load drop test,1.2.13 Barbell support/frame impact test,1.2.14 Intrinsic loading,1.2.15 Extrinsic loading,1.2.16 Endurance loading,and1.2.17 Documentation and warnings verification.1.3 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 LabelsF2216 Specification for Selectorized Strength EquipmentF2571 Test Methods for Evaluating Design and PerformanceCharacteristics of Fitness EquipmentF3105 Specification for Externally Loaded Strength TrainingEquipment,Strength Training Benches and ExternalWeight Storage Equipment2.2 European Standards:3EN 9571 Stationary Training EquipmentPart 1:GeneralSafety Requirements and Test MethodsEN 9572 Stationary Training EquipmentPart 2:StrengthTraining Equipment,Additional Specific Safety Require-ments and Test Methods3.Terminology3.1 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:1These 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 Sept.1,2014.Published February 2015.DOI:10.1520/F3104-14.2For 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 3.1.1 normal operation,nthe operation of the equipmentas defined by the manufacturer.4.Significance and Use4.1 The purpose of this document is to provide valid andrepeatable test methods for the evaluation of Externally LoadedStrength Training Equipment,Strength Training Benches andExternal Weight Storage Equipment assembled and maintainedaccording to the manufacturers specifications.Use of thesetest methods in conjunction with Specification F3105 is in-tended to maximize the reliability of the equipments designand reduce the risk of serious injury resulting from designdeficiencies.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 to and comply with these test methods andSpecification F3105.6.Units of Measure6.1 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as thestandard.The values in parentheses are for information only.7.Sample Preparation7.1 Assemble and adjust the equipment according to themanufacturers instructions.Remove upholstered pads fromthe sample.