Ahlsport FITPOLE SPIN Installation instructions

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INSTALLATION, OPERATING, AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FITPOLE SPIN AND FITPOLE ORIGINAL
Thank you for purchasing Fitpole! You now own a masterpiece of Finnish design,
manufacturing and marketing –one of the best dance poles available! The pole will be
developed further based on the feedback and suggestions from the users. In case you
have suggestions on how to improve Fitpole, do not hesitate to contact us. Contact
information is given at the end of these instructions.
SAFETY is our priority! It is very important that you read all these
instructions and tips before installing or using the pole. Do NOT install
Fitpole if it is not clear how it should be installed or used. In this case
contact the retailer. Keep these instructions available during the whole
lifetime of the pole.

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INTRODUCTION........................................................................................... 3
FITPOLE.......................................................................................................................................................... 3
PHYSICAL RESULTS.......................................................................................................................................... 3
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS............................................................................. 3
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS................................................................. 4
CONTENTS OF THE PACKAGE ............................................................................................................................ 4
INSTALLATION LOCATION................................................................................................................................... 4
HOW TO MOUNT FITPOLE.................................................................................................................................. 5
HOW TO INSTALL AN EXTENSION PIECE (SOLD SEPARATELY)................................................................................ 9
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION .................................................................... 10
CLEANING,MAINTAINING AND STORING THE PRODUCT....................................................................................... 10
DECOMMISSIONING AND DISPOSAL OF CONSUMER GOODS ................................................................................ 10
CONTACT INFORMATION ................................................................................................................................. 10

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Introduction
Fitpole
Fitpole is a mobile and portable pole which is installed between the ceiling and the floor.
Standard Fitpole can be used in rooms with room height between 240 and 265 cm.
The pole can be extended by using extension pieces. With an extension piece of 25 cm,
the pole can be used in a room with room height between 265 and 290 cm. With an
extension piece of 50 cm, the pole can be installed in a room with room height between
290 and 315 cm. Instructions on extension pieces and their usage are given in section
"How to install an extension piece".
Physical results
-Improves muscle strength and power
-Improves physical coordination skills
-Improves balance and mobility
-Improves circulatory and respiratory systems’ efficiency
-Burns fat and tones muscles
Safety instructions
Notes
Ignoring the following instructions can lead to severe accidents during exercises!
-Have a medical check-up before embarking on exercising. This way you can make
sure that you can safely use the pole for exercising.
-If you feel dizzy or you otherwise do not feel well during an exercise, do not continue
with the exercise. Have your physical condition checked before using the pole again.
-Make sure that there is enough free space around you. Fitpole is not a toy. An adult
must always supervise minors’ exercise.
-Use Fitpole only for its intended purpose.
-Always check Fitpole before exercising. If you notice any anomalies, do not use the
pole.
-Follow possible exercise instructions.
- Warning! Some moves might require excellent mobility and balance. Take this into
account when exercising and start carefully.
-The manufacturer or its partners are not responsible for any injuries or material
damages caused by using this product.
Fitpole is not directly controlled by Ahlsport. Ahlsport, Ahlsport e-store, retailers, and
salespersons or any other persons or companies cooperating with Ahlsport will not
assume responsibility for any accidents to users or for any injuries or property damages to
third parties. However, general consumer rights are respected.
Fitpole is a mobile and portable pole which is installed between the ceiling and the floor.
Because of this it can cause damage to the floor or the ceiling. In this respect Fitpole is no
different from any other poles which are installed between the ceiling and the floor. This
has to be understood in order to minimise the risks before using the pole.

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Ahlsport, retailers or any other persons or companies cooperating with Ahlsport will not
assume responsibility for any property damages or accidents caused by Fitpole. If the risk
for accidents or damages is not accepted, the pole should not be used or even removed
from its packaging.
Installation instructions
Contents of the package
Fitpole package contains the following parts (see Picture 1).
- Base
- Ceiling mount with a tightener/adjuster
- Washers (2 pcs)
- Set wrench (2 pcs) for mounting the pole
- Hex wrench for tightening the lock screw
Picture 1. Fitpole package contents (the package might look different)
If all the parts shown in the picture are not present or if you feel that something
is missing, please contact the sales point.
Installation location
Fitpole cannot be used with false, suspended or flexible ceilings. If you are not sure
whether the ceiling is suitable, please contact a building professional or the sales point.
Most ceilings, such as drywall ceilings, might bend because of the pressure caused by the
pole. This may result in nails or screws protruding through the drywall panels. The
pressure might cause structural changes (smoothing) in dash bond coated ceilings. Also
dents are possible, especially with vinyl flooring. If you do not accept the possibility of
damages, do not install Fitpole at all. Choose a proper place for exercising and dancing.
To test that there is enough free space around the pole, walk around the pole with your
arms open and check that there is nothing on your way. As a rule the pole should be
installed inside in a circle with a diameter of at least 3 to 3.5 m.

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How to mount Fitpole
Check that the package contents correspond to Picture 1. If something is missing or
damaged, contact the sales point.
Screw threads are pre-lubricated before packing. You can lubricate the threads regularly,
for example before every other mounting. Besides oil, you can also use for example
Vaseline to lubricate the threads. Tighten the parts together with your hands. You don’t
need any tools. Then screw the lock screw located on the side of the pole clockwise with
the hex wrench included in the package (Picture 3).
When dismounting the pole, first dismount the pole from between the ceiling and the floor.
Then unscrew the lock screw and separate the parts by rolling them. If the parts do not
move with reasonable force, for example a wet towel might be of help.
The ceiling mount is rolled inside the base as shown in Picture 2.
Picture 2. How to mount Fitpole Picture 3. Screwing/unscrewing the lock screw
Fitpole is now ready to be installed. Before fixing the pole to the ceiling and the floor, install
the washers to the ceiling mount and the base (Picture 4).

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Picture 4. Installing the washers
If the ceiling is not a fixed ceiling (made, for example, of concrete slabs), it is probably
made of drywall. Drywall is usually reinforced with supporting beams. To minimise the
damages and maximise the safety, it is important to install the Fitpole ceiling mount
precisely under a supporting beam, not between two beams (picture 5). To find out where
the supporting beams are located, use a locator or knock on the ceiling. Flat knocking
sound indicates a supporting beam. Between the beams the sound is hollower. Please be
careful. If needed, ask for advice and help from building professionals or from your building
manager or landlord. Please keep in mind that safety is always the priority! Use steady
ladders and ask another person to help you, for example to hold the ladders in place.
Picture 5. The pole should be installed precisely under supporting beams.

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First, lift the plastic sleeve against the ceiling (Picture 6). Then, by hand, screw the lower
nut (Picture 6) as tight as possible. You can fix the pole tighter between the ceiling and the
floor by screwing the lower nut clockwise (Picture 7). By holding on to the upper part with a
wrench you can make sure that the locking mechanism does not rotate (Picture 7).
Picture 6. Mechanism for tightening and adjusting the ceiling mount.
Picture 7. How to install Fitpole (https://www.facebook.com/ahlsport/videos)

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You can dismount the pole by screwing the lower nut counter clockwise (Picture 7).
You can reduce the risk for damages by making sure that the ceiling mount and the base
are aligned and the pole is installed straight. For example a spirit level might be of help
when installing the pole. Check the tightness of the pole after the hour of practicing.
Fitpole Spin can be used both as a spinning pole and a static pole. If you unscrew the
bolts (2 pcs) at the base with the hex wrench, you will get a spinning pole (Picture 8).
When you screw the bolts back, Fitpole becomes static. Markings at the base help you
with finding the right spot for the bolts.
The bolts should not be screwed too tight. It is enough to tighten the bolts with
the hex wrench as shown in the picture (Picture 8).
Picture 8. Adjusting Fitpole mechanism for a static/spinning pole
(https://www.facebook.com/ahlsport/videos)
NOTE! TO ENSURE YOUR SAFETY, MAKE SURE THAT THE
POLE IS TIGHTENED PROPERLY! PLEASE NOTE THAT IF YOU TIGHTEN
THE POLE TOO MUCH, IT MIGHT TWIST. ADJUST THOSE
STATIC/SPINNNING SCREWS GENTLY. THIGHTENING THEM TOO MUCH
MIGHT CAUSE DAMAGE

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How to install an extension piece (sold separately)
Picture 9. Fitpole extension piece (25 cm and 50cm) (WWW.FITPOLESTORE.COM)
Picture 9 shows a 25 cm extension piece. The extension piece is installed between the
longer parts (ceiling mount and base) as shown in picture 10. Then screw the lock screw
located on the side of the pole clockwise with the hex wrench included in the package
(Picture 3). If you use several extension pieces, they are installed consecutively.
Picture 10.How to install Fitpole extension pieces

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Additional information
Cleaning, maintaining and storing the product
General rules on cleaning painted surfaces should be followed. Fitpole should
be cleaned with water or neutral detergent. Fitpole can also be cleaned with a
detergent containing alcohol. If you use a detergent, please test the detergent
first in an unseen spot. Never use abrasive or scratching tools. To protect the
painted surface, avoid using rings or other abrasive jewellery.
The threads inside the pole should be lubricated for example every other
mounting time or at least every second months. Besides oil, you can lubricate
the threads also with for example Vaseline.
When Fitpole is not in use / not mounted, you should store it for example in the retail
packaging.
Decommissioning and disposal of consumer goods
As Fitpole consists mainly of metal parts, it can be disposed of in public recycling points.
IMPORTANT LINKS:
https://www.facebook.com/ahlsport/
http://www.fitpolestore.com/
Contact information
Manufacturer:
Ahlsport Oy
Poro-ojantie 7
FI-42100 Jämsä
WWW.AHLSPORT.COM
[e-mail]
Phone: [phone]