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What is
in the X Pole Box?
X Pole is delivered in a 4 colour box with a carry handle.
Inside this is a hi-density foam inner which holds and
protects the parts. Contained in the inner are all the parts
(base, upper support, poles, extensions, tools etc.) to
construct an X Pole to cover heights from 2235mm (7' 4") to
2745mm (9'). X Pole also includes a full 8 page picture
assembly manual and a 1 hour assembly and instruction DVD.
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How
many pieces is X Pole?
X Pole consists of 2 main poles to which extensions are
added t increase the overall height. The X Pole is designed
to be used from 2235mm (7' 4"" / 88"") to 2745mm (9' /
108"")
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What
height will I get in the box?
Unlike other poles X Pole does not need to be cut to height
so it can be moved to different height venues. The box will
allow you to construct a pole from 2235mm (7' 4" 0r 88") to
2745mm (9' or 108"). To go higher extensions are added.
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My
ceiling is over 9'
X Pole uses extensions to increase it's height. Extensions
are available in 100, 125, 250, 500 and 1000mm sizes. X Pole
can be used up to 3650mm (12' / 144") in standard format
above that it is advised to use additional support. X Pole
has been used at 4250mm (14' / 168") with no problems but
safety must always be a priority. X Pole technical support
can help with poles above 3650mm (12' / 144").
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How do
I know what extensions to buy?
How to select the right extensions for your height is
explained on the web site and in the instruction manual
there is a height chart. On the web site type in the your
height and the automatic calculator will select the correct
extensions for you. Using the height chart in the
instructions select the the pole that matched the height of
your ceiling and note the size of the extensions required
(if any). The box contains a 125 and 250 mm extensions. Any
further extensions will need purchasing.
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How
long does it take to put up?
Once the height has been measured and the extensions
selected the X Pole takes no more than 10 minutes to erect
for the first time -that's reading the instructions at the
same time! After that it takes 2~3 minutes.
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How
long does installation take?
When first assembling X Pole it will take about 10 minutes
as the height will need to be measured, the extensions
selected (if required) and the adjuster screwed into the
main upper pole. Subsequent installations will take 3~5
minutes depending on the level of breakdown.
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How
portable is it?
X Pole is supplied in a carry box with a hi-density foam
inner. It can be carried in the box but the box will not
stand day to day use. The foam inner can be transferred to
an optional nylon carry case which makes X Pole extremely
portable.
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How
much does it weigh?
The X Pole with it's foam inner and carry case weighs approx
20Kg.
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How
big is the box or carry case?
The X Pole box measures 1140 x 120 x 430mm (44.9"" x 4.7"" x
16.9"")
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Does
it come with a carry case?
X Pole is delivered in a 4 colour cardboard carry carton
with a hi-density foam inner. This however is only really
for transport home and not for general transport use. An
'optional' nylon carry case is available for this. The foam
inner is transferred to the nylon case. Nylon is used
because, unlike metal carry cases, it will not damage car
paint work, seats etc. when it is transported.
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Is it
static or spinning?
X Pole is a Duo-Pole. This means it is static and spinning
in one pole. 2 screws are released or tightened to change
X Pole from static to spinning or back again. This takes
less than 15 sec's. With the screws tightened the X Pole is
locked solid. In the UK 95% of the Pole exercise schools
teach on 'static' poles. It is more difficult to learn on a
static pole but better long term as it more difficult to go
from spinning to static than the other way round.
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What
ceilings surfaces can I use it on?
X Pole can be used against almost any level ceiling surface.
It's silicone edging has hi-grip capabilities. Rough
surfaces, such as Artex, may present a problem depending on
how rough they are. It is not a case of not being stable
enough it as to whether the ceiling will be damaged if
uneven pressure is placed on it. X Pole can not be used on
false or suspended ceilings.
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What's on the DVD?
The 1 hour X Pole Experience DVD is hosted by Katie Coates
one of the Uk's most prolific dancers and a leading teacher
of pole exercise and dance. During the DVD Katie shows the
viewer and one of her students how to assemble X Pole
explaining about joists, measurements and other important
points relating to the X Pole. Katie then goes through a
warm up, shows her student, who also tries each move, 6
basic spins with breakdowns, some floor work to join it all
together and then finishes off with a 3 minute show
combining all the moves.
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Does
X Pole come with Instructions?
X Pole has both a detailed 8 page photographic assembly
manual and an assembly and instructional DVD.
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Will
it damage my floor?
X Pole has a soft silicone pad around the base. This gives
excellent adhesion to virtually any surface and also stops
any damage. As with any pressure pole it is possible that
marks may occur but these can be rubbed off.
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What
floors can X Pole be used on?
X Pole can be used on virtually any floor, wood, tile,
carpet etc. etc. If there is any doubt please ring our
technical support department. Care needs to be taken on
wooden floors which flex to make sure the pole is fully
compressed.
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What
else will I need?
Everything to assemble the actual X Pole is in the box.
Additional items are a tape measure - to measure the ceiling
height and the distance from the wall for future
installations, a pair of step ladders ( a chair can be used
but id not recommended) and possibly a stud finder to locate
the joists. A pencil is also useful to discretely mark the
pole position.
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Export Sales and VAT sales tax
In the UK all consumer prices have VAT sales tax included in
the price. i.e. the X Pole price f £159.99 has £20.87 of VAT
included.
Vat is payable on all sales in the UK and Europe. However,
VAT is deducted on all exports. So the export price would be
ex VAT £139.12.
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Technical
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How
strong is an X Pole?
X Pole has been designed for professional dancers. It uses
hi-grade steel and has screw together joints for added
strength and stability. It has been used with two people
dancing on it a girl and a guy!
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How
can I insert/remove the adjuster quickly?
The best was to do this is to hold the adjuster with the
tube hanging downwards and spin the tube. Either brush your
hand over the tube to spin it or get someone else to spin
the tube. There is also an optional accessory that fits in a
hand drill and allows the drill to spin the adjuster into
the main pole.
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How do
you release the poles tubes if they are stuck?
X Pole is supplied with release rods. With the base in
'static' mode insert the rod and turn anticlockwise. If
tubes joints still will not release place the tubes on a
flat surface, insert the rods and with one rod against the
surface give the other rod sharp tap. It is not force that
releases the tubes it is the shock. If the tube still will
not release place something solid under the release rod so
it is parallel to the surface the poles are on and try
again. This so that the shock goes into the solid object and
is not absorbed by the rod itself.
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How
tight does the adjuster have to be?
The X Pole adjuster needs to be tight but not over tight.
Tighten the adjuster and check the X Pole for movement. Try
a spin if there is no movement the pole should be fine. If
there is any movement further tighten the adjuster. It helps
to have someone stand on the base to compress the floor
whilst tightening the adjuster.
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Which
material is best - chrome, steel or brass?
Each material has it good points with brass tending to be
the stickiest but also the most expensive. In addition there
are no multi piece brass poles.
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Adjuster cover is stiff
If the adjuster cover O-ring is too tight and will not
slide, rub a tiny film of Vaseline on to the O-ring. DO NOT
get the Vaseline on the pole. Only a very tiny amount is
needed, just enough to dampen the O-ring. If too much is put
on wipe off with a tissue. Cover should now slide easily.
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I can
not find the adjuster!
The screw adjuster is under the adjuster cover. There are
three small slots in the centre of the foam box and one slot
has longer thin cut outs at both ends. It is the bottom slot
when the foam inner is viewed with the large circular upper
dome thinner pieces at either end (one with a long screw
section). That is the adjuster. Just take the whole unit out
of the box, press on the release button at the top of the
tube and slide the cover off. Remove the foam cover support
and screw into the upper main pole
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I can
not find the Nut
The nut is under the adjuster cover. Please press in the two
locating buttons at the top of the adjuster cover, slide off
the cover and the nut is underneath. Remove the foam support
ring before use.
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Installation
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What
are joists?
Joists are the pieces of wood or metal that support the
floors in a building. The ceiling is also normally attached
to them. X Pole uses pressure to stabilise it so it needs to
be positioned against two joists.
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How do
I locate joists?
Joists can be located by either tapping across the ceiling
with a knuckle or with an electronic stud finder. With a
knuckle you tap across until a more solid sound is heard -
this is a joist or beam. A hollow sound is the space between
the joists. A stud finder will locate the joist
electronically (see what is a stud finder).
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What
is a stud finder?
A stud finder is an electronic device that lactates solid
objects such as joists, beams etc. It senses changes in
density of the material it is measuring and either 'beeps'
or lights an LED.
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Using X Pole
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What
should I wear?
Pole exercise and dance moves require friction between skin
and the pole therefore the more exposed skin the better.
Shorts and a crop top are ideal, bikini for the more daring.
However, it is important to feel comfortable so wear what
you feel comfortable wearing even if you may not be able to
do some of the moves due to lack of friction. X Pole has a
range of suitable pole exercise and dance clothes on the web
site.
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What
shoes are best?
Pole The more friction on the pole the better so bare feet,
dance shoes or boots are best. However, trainers and or any
other comfortable shoes are fine. If using trainers try to
use ones with a low friction sole as pole dancing requires
you to rotate on the ball of your feet and that can be
difficult in trainers.
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Does
the pole need cleaning?
Yes any pole needs cleaning as skin contact, sweat etc. will
make the pole slippery. A slippery pole is dangerous as the
user could slip off the pole causing serious injury. Clean
the pole regularly with a glass cleaner or hi alcohol baby
wipes and dry of with a soft towel.
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Lotions and oils
NEVER use body lotions or oils prior to using a pole. This
is extremely dangerous as the user could slip off the pole
causing serious injury.
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