Compliance Requirements for Treadmills and Walking Pads under EN ISO 20957-1 / EN 957-2
1. Standard Overview
This standard specifies the general safety requirements and test methods for stationary training equipment (excluding stationary training equipment intended for children). It covers general safety aspects such as accuracy, classification of intended use locations, stability, safety clearances, durability, instruction manuals, and labeling. All stationary training equipment entering the EU market must comply with these requirements.
The new standard EN ISO 20957-1:2013 introduces updates regarding load testing, heart rate measurement, and instructions and labeling for heart rate-controlled modes. Concurrently, the requirements for fitness equipment will be further refined.
2. Equipment Definitions and Scope of Application
Clarifying the core differences between treadmills and walking pads, as well as the boundaries of policy coverage, is the fundamental prerequisite for compliance.
2.1 Core Equipment Definitions
Although both types of equipment are used for indoor stationary exercise, they differ significantly in function, design, and application scenarios:
2.2 Exclusions
This policy applies specifically to treadmills and walking pads. The following product categories are not covered:
3. Applicable Laws, Regulations, and Standards
Amazon requires that all treadmills and walking pads undergo professional testing and fully comply with the following standards without exception:
Equipment Type | Applicable Standard | Scope of Application |
|---|---|---|
| Treadmills, Walking Pads | EN 60335-1 | Applicable to all household electrical appliances and similar apparatus. It primarily assesses basic performance including electrical safety, mechanical safety, and thermal safety. |
| Treadmills, Walking Pads | EN ISO 20957-6:2021 | A specific standard for treadmills covering both motorized and non-motorized types. It focuses on specifications for the running surface, safety protection, load capacity, etc. |
| Treadmills, Walking Pads (Motorized) | EN ISO 12100 | Applicable only to motorized equipment. The core requirement is to identify potential risks during mechanical operation (e.g., motor overheating, loose components) through risk assessment and implement measures to mitigate them. |
Additional Labeling Requirements:
4. Compliance Documentation Requirements
Compliance documents serve as the core evidence of product conformity. Complete and valid materials must be submitted as required, categorized into "Basic Documents," "Supplementary Documents for Special Scenarios," and the "Declaration of Conformity."
4.1 Basic Required Documents
All treadmills and walking pads must submit one of the following:
4.2 Supplementary Documents for Special Scenarios
Specific types of equipment require additional documentation:
4.3 Declaration of Conformity (DoC) – Core Document
A formal Declaration of Conformity must be issued by the manufacturer, brand owner, or importer. The document must contain all the following elements and bear the responsible person's signature:
4.4 Standards Referenced in the Declaration
The following applicable standards must be explicitly cited in the declaration (corresponding to the product testing standards):
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