Concept2 SkiErg User Guide

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The Concept2 SkiErg
The SkiErg offers terrific exercise for the entire body. Each pull engages the legs, arms, shoulders and
core in a downwards “crunch,” using body weight to help accelerate the handles. Each pull finishes by
extending the arms down along the hips with knees partly bent.
The SkiErg is designed to be pulled with both hands at the same time. Although no machine can
duplicate all the subtleties of Nordic skiing, the SkiErg enables you to train using the motion that is
essential to all techniques of skate and classic skiing.
Before Your First Ski
1) Consult your physician. Be sure that it is not a health risk for you to undertake an exercise program.
2) Carefully review the skiing technique information on the next page. Improper technique such as
letting go of the handle can result in injury.
3) Start each workout with several minutes of easy skiing for a warm-up.
4) If you are not accustomed to strenuous exercise, start your exercise program gradually. Ski no
more than 5 minutes the first day to let your body adjust to the new exercise.
5) Gradually increase your skiing time and intensity over the first two weeks. Do not ski at full power
until you are comfortable with the technique and have skied for at least a week. Like any physical
activity, if you increase the volume and intensity too rapidly, fail to warm up properly, or use poor
technique, you will increase the risk of injury.
Important Safety Notes
• Useofthismachinewithwornorweakenedparts(pulleys,cords,handleorshockcord)mayresult
in injury to the user. When in doubt about the condition of any part, Concept2 strongly advises that
itbereplacedimmediatelyusingonlygenuineConcept2parts.Useofotherpartsmayresultin
injury or poor performance of your machine.
• TheSkiErgwithoptionaloorstandshouldbeusedonastable,levelsurface.
• Thewall-mountedSkiErgmustbesecurelyxedtothewall.Besurethatyourmountingboltsare
going into a solid material such as wood or concrete, and that you are using the proper hardware
for the wall material.
• Donotlethandlesyupfrompulledoutposition.
• Takecarenottotwistorcrosscords,andtrytoavoidpullingcordsallthewayouttothepointat
which they stop.
• Performmaintenanceassuggestedonpage15includinginspectionofcordsandpulleys.
• Alwayspullwithbothhandlesatthesametime.Donotpullwithonehandleonly,asthemachine
is not designed for this use.
USE AND TRAINING

Concept2 SkiErg Specifications

General

Resistance Type	Air resistance
Monitor	PM5
Drive Mechanism	High-strength cords
Power Requirements	2 D cell batteries
Maximum User Weight	227 kg (500 lb)
Construction	Steel and aluminum
Storage	Can be stored upright
Display Metrics	Time, distance, pace, calories, watts, stroke rate
Space Recommended for Use	61 cm x 122 cm (24 in x 48 in)
Warranty	2-year limited warranty