EN 957-2-2003 pdf download.Stationary training equipment – Part 2: Strength training equipment, additional specific safety requirements and test methods.
5.3 Endurance load
When tested according to 6.4, the training equipment shall be capable of normal function.
When the training equipment consists of two or more separate functional units, each shall withstand the endurance load test.
When more than one function is tested, which involve use of common components e.g.: ropes, pulleys and bearings, these can be replaced before each separate test.
5.4 Stacked weights
5.4.1 Access to squeeze and/or shear points
5.4.1.1 General
The uncontrolled access by third parties to squeeze and/or shear points of stacked weights shall be prevented.
Weights that can only be lifted as a whole block shall not come closer than 60 mm during movement to any part of
the equipment or the ground.
5.4.1.2 Class H
This can be achieved by either:
a) surrounding by a casing in conformance with EN 294 with the exception of a maximum 75 mm wide gap for setting of the weights: or
b) by locking the machine to prevent moving of the stacked weights when the equipment is not in use and by utilizing the training area to deny access to third parties [see 3.2 and clause 9 C) of EN 957-1:1996],
5.4.1.3 Class S
5.4.1.3.1 Encasing
Where stacked weights are behind the user in the normal exercise position as described in the users manual (see Figure 1, vertical plane AB) they shall be encased on all sides except one side where a gap of 75 mm max. is allowed for selection of the weights. Stacked weights that are encased shall fulfill the following requirement:
— up to 1 800 mm the encasing shall be at least 60 mm higher than the upper edge of the block of weights in its highest position.
b) unique identification of report (such as serial number) and of each page, and total number of pages of the report:
c) name and address of dient:
d) description and identification of the test item:
e) date of receipt of test item and date(s) of performance of test;
t) identification of the test specification or description of the method or procedure:
g) description of sampling procedure, where relevant;
h) any deviations, additions or exclusions from the test specification, and any other information relevant to a specit ic test;
i) measurements, examinations and derived results, supported by tables, graphs, sketches and photographs as appropriate, and any failures identified;
j) a statement on measurement uncertainty (where relevant);
k) a signature and title or an equivalent marking of person(s) accepting technical responsibility for the test report and date of issue;
I) a statement to the effect that the test results relate only to the items tested.
7 Additional instructions for use
In addition to EN 957-1 the following information shall be given:
7.1 Class H
a) a statement that the training equipment is in compliance with EN 957 part 2 class H (H domestic):
b) parents and others in charge of children should be aware of their responsibility because the natural play instinct and the fondness of experimenting of children can lead to situations and behaviour for which the training equipment is not intended;
c) it children are allowed to use the equipment, their mental and physical development and above all their temperament should be taken into account. They should be controlled and instructed to the correct use of the equipment. The equipment is under no circumstances suitable as a children’s toy.
7.2 Class S
a) a statement that the training equipment is in comphance with EN 957-2 class S (S = studio);
b) advice should be given that the training equipment shall only be used in areas where access and control is specifically regulated by the owner. The extent of control depends on the users. e. g. degree of reliability, age, experience, etc.;
C) where the training equipment is designed to 5.4.1.3.2 (weight stack unguarded), the person exercising should face the equipment at all times during the exercise. The weight stack should remain within the field of vision of the user throughout the exercise to prevent danger to a third party;
d) advice that the training equipment shall only be used in supervised areas.
8 Additional exercise Instructions
Short instructions describing the main exercises shall be affixed directly or shall be provided to be affixed on or close to the training equipment (e.g. as graphic symbols).
For machines externally loaded with weight disks/plates instructions shall be given in the user’s manual and shall include information regarding the bore size and dimensional capacity of the weight disks/plates.EN 957-2-2003 pdf download.