Abstract

This specification establishes guidelines for the design and manufacture of selectorized strength equipment. It is the intent of this specification to specify products for use by individuals age 12 and above. Selectorized strength training equipment shall be stable in the unloaded, intrinsically, and extrinsically loaded conditions. Tests for compliance to the general requirements will be conducted in accordance with the specified requirements.

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1. Scope

1.1 This specification establishes parameters for the design and manufacture of selectorized strength training equipment as defined in 3.1.

1.2 It is intended that these fitness products be used in an indoor setting or environment.

1.3 It is the intent of this standard to specify fitness products for use only by individuals age 13 and older.

1.4 This standard is to be used in conjunction with Specification F2276 , Test Methods F2571 , and Test Method F2277 .

1.5 This standard takes precedence over Specification F2276 and Test Methods F2571 in areas that are specific or unique to selectorized strength training equipment.

1.6 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values in parentheses are for information only.

1.7 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

2. Referenced Documents (purchase separately) The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.

ASTM Standards

F1749 Specification for Fitness Equipment and Fitness Facility Safety Signage and Labels

F2276 Specification for Fitness Equipment

F2277 Test Methods for Evaluating Design and Performance Characteristics of Selectorized Strength Equipment

F2571 Test Methods for Evaluating Design and Performance Characteristics of Fitness Equipment

Keywords

cam; selector pin; selectorized strength equipment; strength equipment; weight stack; Fitness equipment--specifications; Handgrips; Home fitness equipment; Selectorized strength equipment--specifications; Strength equipment; Weight stack

ICS Code

ICS Number Code 17.020 (Metrology and measurement in general)

DOI: 10.1520/F2216-12

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ASTM F2216