Bledsoe NZONE User guide

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NZONE
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
®
CP020278 Rev A 06/12

RIGHT LEFT C
A
B
NZONE
1Unfasten Straps
First, release all straps
on the back side by
pulling the strap tab
through the D-ring.
Next, loosen
the front strap.
6Football Pants
With an NZONE on each leg, the football
pants can now be pulled up and
tightened at the waist. No thigh or knee
pad is needed.
2Positioning the NZONE
The product is designed in two
versions,the player’s left and the
player’s right.They are labeled as
such and are not interchangeable.
With the knee slightly bent, lay the
NZONE on the leg (example right leg)
and line up the hinge on the side with
the middle of the knee cap. An imaginary
line should go across the top the knee
cap.
7Without Football Pants
If practicing in shorts and shoulder pads only, before putting
on the NZONE, remove the knee pad attachment from the
Velcro hinge plate and re-attach the hinge plate covers. Apply
the NZONE as usual.Make sure the upper thigh portion rests
under the shorts or football girdle.
Aftercare
Hang NZONE in a
ventilated area.
Straps and pads
may be washed in
soap and water
and air-dried only.
They are not
machine washable
or dryable.
4Adjusting the Front Strap
Tighten the front strap until it
is snug, but comfortable to
wear. Make sure the NZONE
stays in place.
5Strap Length Adjustment
All straps have additional length at the end of the
opposite tab. Remove the strap pad, undo the strap
and adjust the length of the strap using the hook
and pile fastener.When finished replace and center
the strap pad.
3Applying the NZONE
A Wrap the upper calf strap
around the top part of the calf
muscle. Insert the end of the strap
through the D-ring and fasten the
strap back against itself.
B Repeat the same
process with the
calf straps.
C Next, the rear thigh strap.
Make sure the NZONE stays
in position.Tighten the
straps until snug and a
comfortable fit is achieved.
Intended use: To protect and reduce knee injuries from lateral or medial
blows to the knee in football linemen. Not intended for use after knee
injuries.
Disclaimer: Wearing knee braces preventatively may not protect against
all injuries, but similar to the seatbelt in a car, knee braces may reduce the
severity of a knee injury.
Caution: Carefully read fitting instructions and cautions prior to use.To
ensure proper performance of the product follow all instructions. Failure
to properly position the product and fasten each strap will compromise
performance and comfort.
Caution: This product has been developed for the intended use listed
above,and may be damaged by exposure of the hinges to debris. Do not
leave this product in a car on a hot day, or in any other place where the
temperature may exceed 150°F for any extended period of time.To avoid
the risk of accident and possible injury,discontinue use if such an incident
has occurred.
WARRANTY: One year on frame and hinge,90-days on soft goods (liners,
pads, and straps).These warranties apply to products that have not been
modified or subjected to misuse, abuse or neglect.
PATENT PENDING