Vibration Plate Model VT007

VT007 Exploded-View

The machine frame of VT007 consists of an upper board and a lower boar assembled together through four rubber springs in between. Each board is made of high density fiber board wrapped with a strong ABS ring that is mould injected as a whole piece.

The vibration actuator, which is a motor/eccentric wheels assembly is mounted on the upper board from below.

The control console is separated from the main machine body. It is connected to the motor with a 3-pin secure connector. The connector a plug-in and screw-on type. It can be easily connected by the user.

Because the control console does not vibrate with the machine, the product lifespan is extended. In any case the control console is broken, it can be replaced very easily.

VT007 Eccentric Wheel System

The vibration actuator is an assembly consists of a DC motor and 3 pairs of eccentric wheels. The DC motor rotates the eccentric wheels to create centrifugal force that pushes the upper board to move in an oval pattern.

The movement is regulated by the four strong rubber springs that support the upper board, and form the desired vibration directions. The upper plate moves mainly up-and-down, and modestly forth-and-back.

Vibration frequency is adjusted by the control console through changing the DC motor's input voltage.

The amplitude setting can be switched between high and low by changing motor rotation direction, which engage different numbers of eccentric wheels.

There is a clunk sound when the amplitude setting is switched. This is a normal sound. It does not harm the machine.

VT007 is sold as an exercise equipment. Please consult a medical professional if you intend to use this device to treat a medical condition.

When properly used, VT007 can induce rapidly repeated skeletal muscle contraction, which can enhance the physical exercise effectiveness.

The unique muscle contraction stimulation may be used as a therapeutic intervention for musculoskeletal, neuromuscular and circulatory disorders. The physiological processes behind muscle contraction are beneficial for self-healing and general health improvement.

If used incorrectly, vibration may adversely impact the user.

Scientific studies on vibration therapy is very limited. There is no solid proof in terms of modality and efficacy for any treatment application. The negative affects of vibration intervention have not being scientifically examined.

Please read the disclaimers, cautions and exceptions on our website. The health benefits suggested or implied on our websites and product literature are not certified or endorsed by any regulatory authority or medical institute.

VT007 should be used on a solid floor that resists vibration. It is recommended to put the machine on a carpet or exercise mat so as to prevent the machine from jumping or drifting on the floor.

Floor Vibration

While VT007 transmits most vibration to the user, it also transmits some vibration to the floor.

We don't recommend using VT007 on a wood frame floor that is connected to the wall. VT007 can vibrate the floor and the connected building structure, making extra noise. Over time, vibration may cause damage to the house structure.

Floor vibration is a major issue that limits the use of a high frequency vibration machine like VT007 in wood-frame construction houses.

Use VT007 on an exercise mat

Depending on the solidity of the floor, placing an anti-vibration cushion beneath the machine may be a solution. A large piece of exercise mat made of EVA material, 1/2" thick, may serve this purpose well.

In an wood-frame construction house, VT007 should be used on the ground floor or in the basement.

VT007 should not be used in a mobile home.

Machine Jump / Drift

VT007 has a light weight. If there is no body weight on the vibration plate, the centrifugal force generated by vibration can overcome the machine weight and cause the machine to jump / drift on the floor. You should always keep your body on the machine before starting the vibration. Never let the machine to run unattended.

A carpeted floor can provide some buffer and friction that prevents the machine from drifting with vibration when there is no body weight on the machine.

VT007's noise is a combination of sound wave noises and mechanical noise.

Sound wave becomes audible to human ears when the vibration frequency is about 20Hz. Sound wave noise is not avoidable.

Mechanical noise is produced by the friction and impact between the moving parts of the vibration machine. It is not avoidable, but could be reduced through design optimization, parts precision and assembly accuracy improvement.

Because VT007 is designed for household use, we make good efforts to reduce its mechanical noises, for better user experience.

One of the major source of mechanical noise is the impact and friction between the upper plate and the supporting springs, due to the gaps produced between these two components during vibration. This noise will be greatly reduced when user steps on the machine with body weight centered.

Over time, the vibration can loose the bond between the upper plate and the rubber. There will be more mechanical noise. Tightening up the four bolts at the four corner may solve the issue.

Like other household electric appliances, VT007 produces electric field and magnetic field (EMF).

For VT007, the main source of magnetic field is from its electric motor. At one foot above VT007's upper plate, the maximum magnetic field strength measured is 1.3 milligauss, and the maximum electric field strength measured is 44V/m.

For an electric motor, the EMF frequency equals the motor rotation frequency. VT007's EMF frequency is no more than 40Hz. EPA classifies this type of EMF as extremely low frequency EMF, or ELF EMF. Scientists have not found ELF EMF poses any safety concern to human.

EPA advises that there is no clear scientific evidence that EMF affects health. EPA does not define a safe or hazardous level of EMF exposure.

Reader's discretion is advised.

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When you start the vibration plate or switch the amplitude between Hi and Lo, you can hear a clunk sound. This is normal, not a problem.

When the machine is started, or amplitude switched, the motor reverses the direction to engage different number of eccentric wheels. In the process, the eccentric wheels strike the position block and make the clunk sound.

In P3 mode, the machine automatically switches the amplitude multiple times in the programmed session. Each time when the amplitude is switched, there is a clunk sound, and you know the amplitude is switched.

You may also hear a metal grounding sound, which is the sound that the eccentric wheels turn on the motor shaft.

These are normal sounds of VT007 in operation, no any harm to the machine.