1、Designation: F2106 12An American National StandardStandard Test Methods forEvaluating Design and Performance Characteristics ofMotorized Treadmills1This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2106; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year oforiginal adoption or, i
2、n 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 t
3、he evaluation ofmotorized treadmills. Users of the equipment must recognize that conformance to a standard will notnecessarily prevent injuries. Like other physical activities, exercise involving a treadmill involves arisk of injury, particularly if the equipment is not maintained or used properly.1
4、. Scope1.1 These test methods specify procedures and equipmentused for testing and evaluating a motorized treadmill forcompliance to Specification F2115. Both design and opera-tional parameters will be evaluated. Where possible andapplicable, accepted test methods from other recognized bodieswill be
5、 used and referenced. In case of a conflict between thisdocument and Specification F2115, Specification F2115 takesprecedence.1.2 This test method is to be used in conjunction withSpecification F2276, Test Methods F2571, and SpecificationF2115.1.3 This standard takes precedence over SpecificationF22
6、76 and Test Methods F2571 in areas that are specific tomotorized treadmills.1.4 RequirementsA motorized treadmill is to be tested forall 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
7、.4.7 User interface parameters,1.4.8 Motorized drive system operation,1.4.9 Warning label compliance, and1.4.10 Documentation.2. Referenced Documents2.1 ASTM Standards:2F1749 Specification for Fitness Equipment and FitnessFacility Safety Signage and LabelsF2115 Specification for Motorized Treadmills
8、F2276 Specification for Fitness EquipmentF2571 Test Methods for Evaluating Design and Perfor-mance Characteristics of Fitness Equipment2.2 UL Standards:3UL 1647 Motor Operated Massage and Exercise Machines2.3 European Standard:4EN 957-1 Stationary Training EquipmentPart 1: GeneralSafety Requirements
9、 and Test Methods3. Terminology3.1 DefinitionsFor definitions applicable to this standardsee Specification F2115.4. Significance and Use4.1 The purpose of these test methods is to provide reliableand repeatable test methods for the evaluation of motorizedtreadmills assembled and maintained according
10、 to the manu-facturers specifications. Use of these test methods in conjunc-tion with Specification F2115, Specification F2276, and TestMethods F2571 is intended to insure appropriate performance1This test method is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F08 on SportsEquipment and Facilities and i
11、s the direct responsibility of Subcommittee F08.30 onFitness Products.Current edition approved March 1, 2012. Published April 2012. Originallyapproved in 2001. Last previous edition approved in 2010 as F2106 03 (2010).DOI: 10.1520/F2106-12.2For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.
12、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 Underwriters Laboratories (UL), Corporate Progress, 333Pfingsten Rd., Northbrook, IL 60062.4Available fro
13、m CEN Management Centre, 36 rue de Strasse, B-1050, Brussels,Belgium.1Copyright ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959, United States.and reliability of a motorized treadmill and reduce the risk ofserious injury from design deficiencies.5. Certificat
14、ion5.1 5.1 These test methods permit self-certification. It isrecommended that each manufacturer employ an independentlaboratory to evaluate and validate that their designs and testprocedures conform and comply with these test methods andSpecification F2115, Specification F2276, and Test MethodsF257
15、1.6. Units of Measure6.1 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as thestandard. The values in parenthesis are for information only.7. Sample Preparation7.1 Assemble and adjust the treadmill on a horizontalsurface according to the manufacturers instructions. On tread-mills that are fully as
16、sembled, verify according to the manu-facturers instructions that the moving surface has been ad-justed to the proper tension and alignment. Unless otherwisestated, the treadmill must pass the following tests withoutadjustment from this initial condition. Apply power to thetreadmill and verify that
17、the unit functions properly. If the unitis equipped with an adjustable incline system, operate itthrough its full range.7.2 The individual test methods will describe any variationsor modifications that are required to the test sample.8. Report8.1 Record of TestsMaintain complete test records andtest
18、 summary reports for all testing, whether performed by themanufacturer or an independent laboratory. The records can bestored on paper, electronically, or on photographs, or a com-bination thereof. A copy of the test summary must be kept bythe laboratory that performed the test for a minimum of five
19、years from the date of the test and by the manufacturer for aminimum of five years past the end of production of the modeltested. The summary shall include the signature of the techni-cian(s) performing the tests and a management representativeof the laboratory performing the test. The test summary
20、shallinclude the following information:8.1.1 Manufacturers name and location,8.1.2 Information provided by the manufacturer to accu-rately identify the configuration of, and specific unit providedto, the testing agency,8.1.3 Dates over which the tests were conducted, and8.1.4 Name and location of th
21、e testing laboratory, if differ-ent from the manufacturer.8.1.5 Summary and results of each test performed includingmethod and apparatus used. This shall include what the desiredrequirement was and whether the test sample met that param-eter or failed. If the test requires a specific number of cycle
22、s tobe met, then the report must include the number of cyclesactually conducted. If the treadmill fails to meet a parameter,then that failure must be noted in clear and accurate terms toenable a reader of the report to understand at a later date whattranspired.9. Test Methods and Procedures9.1 Stabi
23、lityThe treadmill shall be tested by a series ofload applications in the orientation that is most obviouslyunstable.9.1.1 Apparatus and Set UpPlace treadmill on a nonskid10 surface in the orientation that is least stable. A method ofapplying a steady state force equal to 1.0 3 maximum userweight in
24、the vertical direction must be provided. Possiblemethods of providing force include, but are not limited to,pneumatic cylinder(s) or dead weights.9.1.2 CalibrationUsing an angle measuring instrumentaccurate to within 0.1, verify the nonskid surface is 10 6 0.5.Calibrate the load measurement apparatu
25、s to confirm accuracyto within 620 N (4.5 lb) over entire user weight range.9.1.3 ProcedureTest the treadmill as follows:9.1.3.1 Using the aforementioned load apparatus, apply avertical load equal to 1.0 3 maximum specified user weight 65 % in a non-impact manner at the point on the foot rail whichc
26、reates the most instability. Verify that the treadmill does nottip over.9.1.3.2 Repeat 9.1.3.1 with the treadmill oriented in anyother directions of potential instability.9.1.3.3 For folding treadmills, the treadmill shall, aftercompleting 9.1.3.1 and 9.1.3.2, be folded to its storage positionper ma
27、nufacturers instructions and placed on the 10 inclinedsurface in all orientations that could cause instability. Noadditional load is to be applied.9.1.4 Pass/Fail CriteriaIn none of the above test condi-tions shall the treadmill tip over.9.1.5 Precision and BiasNo information is presentedabout eithe
28、r the precision or bias of test 9.1 for measuringstability since the test result is non-quantitative.9.2 Exterior Design:9.2.1 Rotating Parts in the Accessible Area and Rear RollerAreaThe purpose of this test is to evaluate the risk of injurydue to a moving mechanical part. Methodology entails inser
29、-tion of an articulate probe that simulates an accepted casefinger into all questionable areas.9.2.1.1 Apparatus and Set UpThis test requires a probe asspecified in Fig. 2, “Test Finger,” of EN 957-1. Verify that allguards are properly positioned and secured and the movingsurface is centered per ins
30、tructions in the owners manual.Apply power to the treadmill so that its incline can be elevatedand the moving surface can be run.9.2.1.2 CalibrationVerify the probe conforms to the di-mensions of Fig. 2, “Test Finger,” of EN 957-1.9.2.1.3 ProcedureWith no power applied, insert probe atany pull-in ni
31、p points or areas accessible to any mechanicalhazards on the treadmill. Points of insertion include, but shallnot be limited to the rear roller guards, foot rail to movingsurface interface, motor compartment/moving surface gap andany openings in the motor compartment or shroud. For allinsertions, th
32、e probe is to be rotated and bent in all possibleconfigurations and application force shall not exceed 4.4 N (1lb). Elevate the treadmill to its maximum incline position.Under the assumption there shouldnt be any hazard, run themoving surface at minimum speed and verify the finger willF2106 122not g
33、et trapped anywhere. If any other incline positions reveala potential pull-in or nip points, the test shall be repeated at thatincline position.9.2.1.4 Pass/Fail CriteriaThe probe shall not becomeentrapped in any mechanical hazard. Entrapment is defined tohave occurred if the force to pull out the p
34、robe is greater than4.4 N (1 lb).9.2.1.5 Precision and BiasNo information is presentedabout either the precision or bias of test 9.2.1 for evaluatinghazards of rotating parts since the test result is non-quantitative.9.2.2 Guarding from Electrical HazardsThe purpose ofthis test is to verify that all
35、 electrical elements are adequatelyguarded to prevent electric shock from un-insulated live partsand film-coated wire. Methodology entails insertion of anarticulate probe that simulates a worst case finger into allquestionable areas.9.2.2.1 Apparatus and Set UpThis test requires an articu-lating pro
36、be as specified in UL 1647. Verify that all guards areproperly positioned and secured and the moving surface iscentered per instructions in the owners manual. Treadmill tobe tested in all incline positions and all normal usage positionsthat may present a hazard.9.2.2.2 CalibrationVerify articulate p
37、robes conform tothe dimensions of UL 1647.9.2.2.3 ProcedureWith no power applied, insert probe atany points where contact with electrical elements is possible.Points of insertion include, but shall not be limited to, themotor compartment/moving surface gap and any openings inthe motor compartment or
38、 shroud. For all insertions, the probeis to be rotated and bent in all possible configurations andapplication force shall not exceed 4.4 N (1 lb). Elevate thetreadmill to all other incline positions that may present a hazardand repeat the insertion test. The components not involved inthe insertion a
39、rea may now be removed to clearly see whetherthe probe can contact any electrical hazard.9.2.2.4 Pass/Fail CriteriaThe probe shall not contact anyelectrical hazard.9.2.2.5 Precision and BiasNo information is presentedabout either the precision or bias of test 9.2.2 for evaluatingaccessibility of ele
40、ctrical components since the test result isnon-quantitative.9.2.3 Foot RailsThe purpose of this test is to verify thedimensional compliance of the foot rails.9.2.3.1 Apparatus and Set UpNo set up required, dimen-sional inspection only.9.2.3.2 CalibrationVerify that the distance measuringequipment is
41、 calibrated and accurate to within 61 mm (0.040in.).9.2.3.3 ProcedureMeasure the length of the foot rails.Measure the distance from the forward edge usable movingsurface to the beginning of the foot rail. Locate the center ofthe usable moving surface. Measure the distance from thispoint to the end o
42、f the foot rail. Measure the width of the footrail surface.9.2.3.4 Pass/Fail CriteriaThe dimensions of the foot railsshall conform to dimensional requirements of subsection 4.3.3of Specification F2115.9.2.3.5 Precision and BiasNo information is presentedabout either the precision or bias of test 9.2
43、.3 for measuringfoot rail dimensions since the test result is non-quantitative.9.2.4 Moving SurfaceThe purpose of this test is to verifythe dimensional and marking compliance of the movingsurface.9.2.4.1 Apparatus and Set UpNo set up required, dimen-sional inspection only.9.2.4.2 CalibrationVerify t
44、hat the distance measuringequipment is calibrated and accurate to within 61 mm (0.040in.).9.2.4.3 ProcedureConsult the moving surface tableSpecification F2115. Refer to Fig. 3 in Specification F2115 andmeasure the length and width of the moving surface. Verify thepresence of movement indicators on t
45、he moving surface. Verifythat they meet the minimum dimensions specified in Specifi-cation F2115. Operate the treadmill and verify that a portion ofthe movement indicator is visible at all times as the movingsurface rotates.9.2.4.4 Pass/Fail CriteriaThe dimensions of the movingsurface shall conform
46、to dimensional requirements of subsec-tion 4.3.4.3 of Specification F2115.9.2.4.5 Precision and BiasNo information is presentedabout either the precision or bias of test 9.2.4 for measuringmoving surface dimensions since the test result is non-quantitative.9.2.5 Moving Surface Slip ResistanceThe pur
47、pose of thistest is to evaluate the slip resistance of the moving surface ofthe treadmill.9.2.5.1 Apparatus and Set UpThe treadmill shall be set upin accordance with Test Methods F2571. The moving surfaceshall be restrained from moving.9.2.5.2 CalibrationPer Test Methods F2571, no calibra-tion is re
48、quired.9.2.5.3 ProcedureSecure the moving surface so that itcannot move. Conduct the test in accordance with Test Meth-ods F2571.9.2.5.4 Pass/Fail CriteriaMoving surfaces that do notresist foot slippage shall fail the test.9.2.5.5 Precision and BiasNo information is presentedabout either the precisi
49、on or bias of test 9.2.5 for evaluatingmoving surface slip resistance since the test result is nonquan-titative.9.2.6 HandrailsThe purpose of this test is to verify thedimensional compliance of the handrails.9.2.6.1 Apparatus and Set UpNo set up required, dimen-sional inspection only.9.2.6.2 CalibrationVerify that the distance measuringequipment is calibrated and accurate to within 61 mm (0.040in.).9.2.6.3 ProcedureMeasure the length of all segments ofthe handrail. Measure the distance from the moving surface tothe top of the g
