1、Designation: F1250 00 (Reapproved 2006)F1250 13 An American National StandardStandard Safety Specification forStationary Upright and Recumbent Exercise Bicycles andUpper Body Ergometers1This standard is issued under the fixed designation F1250; the number immediately following the designation indica
2、tes 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 this specification is to promote
3、 proper design and manufacturing practices for stationaryupright and recumbent exercise bicycles and upper body ergometers.Through these specifications, thisspecification aims to assist designers and manufactures in reducing the possibility of injury when theseproducts are used in accordance with th
4、e operational instructions.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
5、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
6、 properly and withoutincreasing the risk of serious injury.1. Scope1.1 This safety specification covers the safety design features standard establishes parameters for the design and manufactureof stationary exercise bicycles. The device shall be assembled bicycle equipment as defined in 3.2.16accord
7、ance with themanufacturers instructions for safe use1.2 It is the intent of this standard to specify fitness products for use only by an individual age 13 and older.1.3 This standard is limited to exercise bicycles of: to be used in conjunction with Specification F2276 and Test Methods F3023.1.2.1 C
8、lass ANon-free-wheeling exercise bicycles with a directly driven flywheel.1.2.2 Class BFree-wheeling exercise bicycles.1.2.3 Class CErgometer bicycles, or, those bicycles used to precisely measure work.1.2.4 Class DUnits designed to convert road bicycles to stationary exercise bicycles.1.4 This spec
9、ification is intended to reduce the demonstrated hazards associated with the use of stationary exercise bicycles.1.5 This specification is written to provide reasonable safety standards for the user of stationary exercise bicycles during storage,movement, entry, use, and exit from the product.1.6 Th
10、is standard does not apply to mechanisms that convert road bikes to indoor stationary cycles.1.7 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. The values in parentheses are for information only.1.8 This standard does not purport to address all the safety concerns, if any, associated
11、with its use. It is the responsibility ofthe user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatorylimitations prior to use.2. Referenced Documents2.1 ASTM Standards:2F1749 Specification for Fitness Equipment and Fitness Facility Safe
12、ty Signage and Labels1 This safety specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F08 on Sports Equipment, Playing Surfaces, and Facilities and is the direct responsibility ofSubcommittee F08.30 on Fitness Products.Current edition approved June 1, 2006June 1, 2013. Published June 2006July
13、 2013. Originally approved in 1989. Last previous edition approved in 20002006 asF1250 00.F1250 00 (2006). DOI: 10.1520/F1250-00R06.10.1520/F1250-13.2 For referencedASTM standards, visit theASTM website, www.astm.org, or contactASTM Customer Service at serviceastm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM Standa
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15、o adequately depict all changes accurately, ASTM recommends that users consult prior editions as appropriate. In all cases only the current versionof the standard as published by ASTM is to be considered the official document.Copyright ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Con
16、shohocken, PA 19428-2959. United States1F2276 Specification for Fitness EquipmentF2571 Test Methods for Evaluating Design and Performance Characteristics of Fitness EquipmentF3023 Test Methods for Evaluating Design and Performance Characteristics of Stationary Upright and Recumbent ExerciseBicycles
17、and Upper Body Ergometers3. Terminology3.1 The terms listed below are unique to this specification. For terms not defined below, refer to Specification F2276.3.2 Definitions:3.2.1 back support, nthe part of the user support means that comes in contact with the users back during operation.3.2.2 consu
18、mer exercise bicycle, nstationary exercise bicycle intended for use by one person or family unit in a homeenvironment.3.2.3 cycle, nmovement of a point or load from a starting position and back to the same starting position. The cycle beingexecuted through the full range of intended motion.3.2.4 dir
19、ect drive exercise bicycle, nstationary exercise bicycles wherein the flywheel is directly coupled to the pedals withoutthe use of a freewheel mechanism. These exercise bicycles are often used in a “class” or group institutional setting.3.2.5 ergometer, n(1) a stationary exercise bicycle-like device
20、 where the user is positioned in an upright seated position andengages the crank mechanism by hand, or (2) upper body cardio vascular exercise units that may or may not be equipped with anapparatus for measuring the work performed by exercising.3.2.5.1 DiscussionThe pedals are replaced by handles as
21、 shown in Fig. 1. The unit may have a back support, similar to a recumbent bike, that supportsthe users back.FIG. 13 Illustration of Bicycle TermsUpright BikeF1250 1323.2.6 flywheel, na heavy wheel for opposing and moderating, by its inertia, fluctuations of speed in the exercise bicycle onwhich it
22、revolves.is mounted.3.2.7 freewheel, na device that allows the driver bicycle wheel to run on, free from the drive sprocket when motion of thepedals is stopped.mechanism that is designed to disengage the flywheel from the pedal mechanism in one direction.3.2.8 handlebar, nthe means that are provided
23、 to a user to enhance balance and stability by partially or substantiallysupporting the users weight with the users arms.3.2.9 handlebar stem, nconnection between the handlebar and frame provided to adjust the height of the handlebar.3.2.10 institutional exercise bicycle, nstationary exercise bicycl
24、e intended for use by numerous persons in a commercial orinstitutional, as opposed to a home, consumer or residential, environment.3.2.11 pedal, na device designed to support the foot while the user is performing the exercise as intended by the manufacturer,or while the user mounts or dismounts the
25、equipment.3.2.12 stationaryrecumbent exercise bicycle, na “bicycle-like” fixed device, on which performance is achieved by means ofa pedaling motion applied by the user. Depending on the class, the pedaling motion can be braked, whereby the load ismodified.stationary exercise bicycle where the user
26、is positioned in a seated position with their back supported against a backsupport.3.2.13 seat post tube, nmember or component used to adjust the height of the seat.3.2.14 seat sleeve tube, nthe part of the frame where the seat post is inserted.3.2.15 seat support, nthe part of the seat post where t
27、he seat pad is secured or mounted.3.2.16 stationary exercise bicycle, nstationary training equipment that positions a users upper or lower body in an uprightor recumbent position to turn a directly coupled or connected flywheel or freewheel crank mechanism with the users feet.4. General Requirements
28、4.1 Stability:4.1.1 The bicycle shall be stable in a statically loaded condition and shall not tip forward, backward or sideward.4.1.2 The bicycle base of support shall not tilt when force is applied.4.1.3 The bicycle structure to which the horizontal force is applied shall not break or be permanent
29、ly deformed.4.1.4 The tests for stability shall be conducted in accordance with 7.1.4.2 Exterior Design:4.2.1 All edges of parts accessible to the user or to bystanders shall be burr-free, rounded, or otherwise guarded.4.2.2 The design of rotating and moving parts which are accessible to the user sh
30、all avoid shear, pinch, or catch points.FIG. 1 Upper Body ErgometerF1250 1334.2.3 Spokes must not be accessible.4.2.4 Dangerous points of drive train components shall be guarded.4.2.5 Adjustment devices such as knobs and pins and frame components, and so forth, (for example, handlebars) shall not be
31、within the range of normal leg movements.4.2.6 The tests for the safety of exterior design shall be conducted in accordance with 7.2.4. Equipment Types4.1 This specification covers the design and manufacture of stationary exercise bicycles as defined in 3.2.16 and illustrated inFigs. 2-4, as well as
32、 the design and manufacture of upper body ergometers as defined by 3.2.5 and illustrated in Fig. 1.5. Performance Design and Construction Requirements5.1 Overheating:5.1.1 No accessible metallic part shall have a temperature of more than 140F (60C). No accessible nonmetallic part shall havea tempera
33、ture greater than 185F (85C).5.1.2 The test for overheating shall be conducted in accordance with 7.3.5.2 Frame and Seat Post Retention AssemblyThe test for frame and seat post clamp assembly shall be conducted inaccordance with 7.4.5.1 Seat Post and Seat: Seat Post:5.1.1 Insertion DepthThe seat sha
34、ll be adjustable as prescribed by the manufacturers specifications.post tube shall have apermanent line indicating the minimum insertion depth of at least 1.5 times the largest cross section dimension (for example,diameter or longest dimension of the inserted seat tube) into the seat sleeve tube. A
35、mark is not required if the minimum insertiondepth is provided by the design.5.3.1.1 The seat post shall have a permanent visual mark indicating a maximum extension.At maximum extension, no less than2.0 in. (5.1 cm) of the seat post shall be engaged in the support structure. No mark is required if t
36、he minimum insertion depth isalready provided by the design. The seat shall be mounted onto the post with a steel seat pan, shouldered seat post, capped seatbracket, or any other device that protects the user from impalement in case of failure of the seat or seat post.5.1.2 The seat shall be adjusta
37、ble as prescribed by the manufacturers specifications. The seat post tube shall be retained by aclamp, pin, or similar means.5.1.3 The seat shall be mounted onto the seat post tube with a seat support. A seat support structure shall be provided thatprotects the user from impalement in case of failur
38、e of the seat or seat post.5.1.4 When properly adjusted for use according to the manufacturers specifications, the manufacturers specifications, andtested in accordance with the test method, the seat shall not tilt.pivot in an upward, downward or side to side direction on its seatpost tube connectio
39、n means through an angle greater than 2o when a load of 680 N 6 2 % (152 lb 6 2 %) is applied.5.1.5 The test for seats shall be conducted in accordance withseat and seat post shall meet the loading requirements of7.5Specification F2276.5.2 Seat Back SupportThe seat back support shall withstand a loa
40、d applied to it in accordance with the test method and asdefined below, without breakage. For consumer exercise bicycles this load shall be 1.0 times the maximum user weight (as definedby the manufacturer) or 136 kg (300 lb) whichever is greater. For institutional exercise bicycles, a load of 1.5 ti
41、mes the maximumuser weight (as defined by the manufacturer) or 150 kg (330 lb) whichever is greater.5.3 Handlebars:5.3.1 Insertion DepthIf a vertical shaft adjustment is used, a visual permanent mark of 2.5 in. (6.35 cm) above the end of thehandlebar support shall indicate the adjustment tube shall
42、have a permanent line indicating the minimum insertion depth. No markis depth of at least 63.5 mm (2.50 in.). A mark is not required if the minimum insertion depth is already provided by the design.FIG. 24 Illustration of Bicycle TermsDirect Drive Exercise BicycleF1250 1345.3.2 The handlebars shall
43、not rotate around its horizontal axis when a moment of 45 ft-lb (61.00 N-m) is applied (exceptingwhen the handle is purposely in motion as part of the exercise).61.00 N-m (45 ft-lb) is applied.5.3.3 The handlebar stem shall not rotate around its vertical axis when a moment of 35 ft-lb (47.00 N-m) is
44、 applied (exceptingwhen the handle is purposely in motion as part of the exercise).47.00 N-m (35 ft-lb) is applied.5.3.4 Handlebars shall meet the loading requirements of Specification F2276.5.3.5 Recumbent Seat Support HandlebarsThe test for handlebars shall be conducted in accordance withConsumer
45、recumbentexercise bicycles handlebars shall endure a vertical load of 2.5 times the maximum user weight specified by the manufacturer or250 kg (114 lb) (whichever is greater without breakage). For institutional recumbent exercise bicycles the loading shall be 400 kg(182 lb) 7.6.or 4 times the maximu
46、m user weight (whichever is greater) without breakage. This load shall be applied to bothhandlebars or one half of the stated load shall be applied to one handlebar.5.4 Pedals:5.4.1 Pedals shall have right hand/left hand symmetry.5.4.2 A slip-resistant surface shall be present on the surface present
47、ed to the riders foot.5.4.3 Pedals shall have right hand/left hand symmetry. A nonslip tread surface shall be present on the surface presented to theriders foot. AA minimum clearance of 1.5-in. (3.81-cm) 60 mm (2.4 in.) shall be provided below the pedals when they are in ahorizontal position at the
48、lowest level. The pedals shall not permanently deform under use.5.4.4 Pedals shall meet the loading requirements of F2276. The load shall be applied vertically at the midpoint of the pedal.5.4.5 The test of the pedals shall be conducted in accordance withPedals used on direct drive exercise bicycles
49、 shall pass anendurance load test of 900 N (202 lb) applied cyclically to a fixed pedal for 1 000 000 cycles. The load shall be applied to the pedal7.7vertically at the midpoint of the pedal following the guidelines of Test Methods F2571.5.5 Drive TrainDrive train elements shall be guarded in accordance with in Specification F2276.6. Documentation6.1 Owners/Users ManualAn owners/users manual shall be provided with the exercise bicycle. Paragraphs 6.2-6.8 setforth the sections to be covered in this manual. The first topic of the
