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XPO SLED OWNER'S MANUAL
The latest, full-color version of this document, as well as instructional videos for
assembly, use and workouts, can be viewed online at www.ArmoredFitness.com.
The online version will contain the very latest updates and photos.
Armored Fitness Equipment, LLC | 6300 Douglas St. | Plano, TX 75093 |469-547-SLED
www.armoredfitness.com | support@armoredfitness.com
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- Page 1 The latest, full-color version of this document, as well as instructional videos for assembly, use and workouts, can be viewed online at www.ArmoredFitness.com. The online version will contain the very latest updates and photos. Armored Fitness Equipment, LLC | 6300 Douglas St. | Plano, TX 75093 |469-547-SLED www.armoredfitness.com | support@armoredfitness.com...
- Page 2 Thank you for your purchase of the XPO Sled trainer from Armored Fitness Equipment. We will do all we can to make your ownership experience as pleasant as possible for years to come. It is VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU READ THIS MANUAL before operating your new XPO Sled...
- Page 3 Keep all loose clothing, hair, and shoelaces away from moving parts. • Do not attempt to use the XPO Sled for any purpose other than that for which it is intended. • Wear shoes with rubber or high-traction soles. High heels, dress shoes, sandals or bare feet are not suitable for use with the XPO Sled.
- Page 4 You may notice some small scratches at the attachment points on the powder coating finish of your new XPO Sled. This is not an indication your XPO Sled has been used or refurbished in any way. As part of our thorough quality control process, every XPO Sled is inspected, assembled, and adjusted at the factory to insure proper fit and alignment of the front wheel.
- Page 5 The nut is rounded off on one side. The flat side of the nut should be placed against the washer, and the rounded side should face outward. Tighten firmly. Do not over-tighten. © 2013 Armored Fitness Equipment, LLC Page 5...
- Page 6 6. Place the weight plate post over the stub located on the center of the fork assembly. 7. Place the long handles over the handle stubs on the rear axle assembly. © 2013 Armored Fitness Equipment, LLC Page 6...
- Page 7 45# weight plate. Aggressively push the XPO Sled to the end of your 10 yard (or more) area, put your foot on the kick tape, turn the sled around, and push it back. Repeat this aggressive relay push 10 times.
- Page 8 Pulling Attachment. Please remember, never place more than 100 pounds of weight on either weight plate post; or place more than 180 pounds total weight on the XPO Sled. © 2013 Armored Fitness Equipment, LLC Page 8...
- Page 9 USING THE XPO SLED: Your XPO Sled can be pushed at this stage of assembly, or it can be pulled with the optional Pulling Attachment. Proper use of weight plates on the XPO Sled: Unlike older style sleds, the weight on the XPO Sled does not create or influence the resistance.
- Page 10 This is even more important if pulling the XPO Sled from a high position, such as over the shoulder. The XPO Sled may be pulled by walking or running, forward or backward.
- Page 11 Warm Ups: The XPO Sled is an excellent full-body warm up when pushed at lower levels of intensity. A 200-400 meter push at a brisk walking pace, using multiple hand positions, will thoroughly warm up most major joints and muscle groups.
- Page 12 XPO Sled Benchmark 4: XPO Sled Benchmark 5: For Time: 5x50m XPO Sled Push or Pull 15 Burpees 1:1 work to rest 150m XPO Sled Push 15 Burpees *This is a great workout to turn into a team relay race.
- Page 13 XPO Sled until the chain is loose enough to move up and down at least ¼ inch. © 2013 Armored Fitness Equipment, LLC...
- Page 14 3. Check the chain tension. Between ⅛ inch and ¼ inch of movement up and down under firm fingertip pressure is ideal. Repeat step 2 until the correct chain tension is achieved. © 2013 Armored Fitness Equipment, LLC Page 14...
- Page 15 Check alignment and if the XPO Sled does not roll straight, follow the steps for alignment. ALIGNMENT: We highly recommend that you watch the XPO Sled Front Wheel Alignment Demo video posted on our website, prior to following these steps. You can find this and more video demonstrations at www.ArmoredFitness.com.
- Page 16 3. Firmly push the XPO Sled on a level surface. Let go, and note the direction in which the XPO Sled is turning.
- Page 17 XPO Sled turned to the left (as in the photo above in step 3), tighten the left side tensioner, and vice versa. 5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 until the XPO Sled rolls straight. Be certain to check chain tension after every adjustment to avoid damaging the resistance motor.
- Page 18 XPO Sled. Pulling the wrench towards the front of the XPO Sled may pull that side of the axle forwards and ruin the alignment. It is not necessary to tighten forcefully.
- Page 19 However, continuous use by a team of athletes may overload the ability of the motor to dissipate excess heat. To avoid this, do not operate the XPO Sled continuously for more than 5 minutes in a team setting. Allow cooling time equal to the time in use before repeating. If at any point, the resistance motor begins to smoke or emit a burning smell, discontinue use and allow the XPO Sled to cool.
- Page 20 Product as specified in the Manual; notify Customer Service of any defect within 10 days after discovery of the defect; if instructed, return any defective part for replacement or, if necessary, the entire Product for repair. Armored Fitness Equipment reserves the right to decide whether or not a product is to be returned for repair.
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