X1 Players Manual

Xenith X1TM Football Helmet Player’s Manual

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Congratulations, and thank you for choosing the Xenith X1™ helmet.

Xenith’s overall goal is keeping people safe, active, and healthy, by delivering

both innovation and education. In fact, the X Logo represents the intersection

of innovation and education, and the “enlightenment” that occurs when the two

are combined.

This manual will educate you on the proper fitting of your innovative X1.

You will also learn about your risks and responsibilities when playing football

and how our innovative technologies can help minimize your risk of injury.

We hope you enjoy your new X1. Feel free to contact Xenith Customer

Service with any questions at 1.866.888.2322, or log on to Xenith.com for the

latest news and information.

- The Xenith Team

Introduction

Education

Innovation

Fitting Instructions

Concussion Prevention

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INTRODUCTIONCONTENTS

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EDUCATION

Did you know? A concussion is a disruption of brain function

resulting from a sudden, violent movement

of the head.

Reported concussions have been described

as the “tip of the iceberg”; most concussions

go undiagnosed.

All impacts, high and low energy, are

cumulative and potentially damaging.

Every hit is different, and every hit counts.

Xenith wants you to be well-informed and

well-equipped.

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INNOVATION

The Xenith X1TM Football HelmetFeaturing Xenith Adaptive Head ProtectionTM

Adapts to impact energy and direction

Reduces the sudden movement of the head during impact

Combats the cumulative effects of every hit

Built for Players Provides a snug and comfortable fit, with no pumps needed

Lightweight and well-ventilated

Attractive and low-profile

Built to Last Made from the highest quality materials

Outstanding multi-impact durability

Easy to maintain

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The chin straps on the X1 are connected to the Fit Seeker cable, which is

woven throughout the flexible Shock Bonnet inside the helmet. By pulling

outward on the chin straps the chin cup is pulled up toward your chin.

When the chin cup reaches your chin, the Fit Seeker cable is drawn for-

ward. As the cable tightens, it snugs the flexible Shock Bonnet around

your head, providing an instant custom fit with no pumps needed.

FIT-SEEKERTM TECHNOLOGY“ADAPTS TO THE HEAD”

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Xenith Aware-Flow Shock Absorbers manage impact energy differently

than traditional padding materials. As force is applied, Aware-Flow Shock

Absorbers begin to compress, increasing the air turbulance inside.

The air is vented through a small opening, which allows for an optimized

response to a variety of energy levels. This reduces the sudden movement

of the head, potentially reducing the likelihood of traumatic brain injury.

AWARE FLOWTM SHOCK ABSORBER TECHNOLOGY“ADAPTS TO THE HIT”

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FITTING INSTRUCTIONSFITTING INSTRUCTIONS

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Hat Size (US)

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SMALL MEDIUM LARGE X LARGE

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XENITH X1 SIZE CHART

WIDEST POINT

MEASURE YOUR HEADUsing a standard measuring tape, measure the circumference

of your head. Then consult the Xenith X1 Size Chart and

choose your correct size X1 helmet.

FIT CHECKPOINT Ensure that you are measuring the head at the widest point,

about an inch above the ears and eyebrows.

Note: it may be helpful to do this in front of a mirror or seek the

help of a parent, coach or other staff member.

STEP 1

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WIDEST POINT

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PROPER SETUPUnbuckle all four snap buckles and feed the chinstraps through

the first slot of the snap buckles only. This will make it easier

to adjust the chinstraps during fitting. Also, see that the high

chinstrap runs in between the low chinstrap (as shown).

FIT CHECKPOINTEnsure that you have read and understand the warnings inside

your helmet and on the inside back cover of this booklet.

If not, take a moment and read them now.

STEP 2

CHINSTRAP FED THROUGH FIRST SLOT ONLY

SNAP BUCKLES UNBUCKLED

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CHINSTRAP FED THROUGH FIRST SLOT ONLY

SNAP BUCKLES UNBUCKLED

HIGH CHINSTRAP

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CINCH THE LOW STRAPS BY PULLING FIRMLY OUTWARD Pull the low chinstraps outward, which will cause the chincup

to slide up to meet your chin, and the Shock Bonnet to snug

down around your head. Be sure to pull evenly on both sides

so that the chincup stays centered. Do not overtighten.

FIT CHECKPOINTEnsure the chincup is centered and symmetrical.

If not, loosen the chincup and repeat Step �.

Note: it may be helpful to do this in front of a mirror.

MOUTHGUARD IN

STEP 3

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ADJUST LOW BUCKLES AND SNAP INTO PLACE Bring the low chinstraps under the jawline of the shell (as

shown) and up to the snap. Then slide each buckle along the

chinstrap and snap it into place, leaving minimal slack in the

chinstrap.

FIT CHECKPOINTEnsure the pads of the shock absorbers in the jaw area make

solid contact with the side of the face.

If not, you may need the larger size jaw shock absorbers.

Note: if there is too much pressure in this area, you may need

smaller size jaw shock absorbers.

CHINSTRAP UNDER JAWLINE

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ADJUST THE HIGH CHINSTRAPS AND SNAP INTO PLACE Pull the high chinstraps upward so that the chincup pivots

under your chin. Slide the buckles down along each chinstrap

and snap into place, leaving minimal slack in the chinstrap.

FIT CHECKPOINTEnsure the high chinstrap runs in-between the low chinstrap.

If not, unbuckle the straps and adjust. Refer to Step �.

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HIGH CHINSTRAP RUNS THROUGH LOW CHINSTRAPSHIGH CHINSTRAP RUNS THROUGH LOW CHINSTRAPS

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CHECK FOR PROPER FIT AND ADJUST AS NEEDEDWith all four buckles snapped into place, apply force to the

facemask in multiple directions. If there is excessive move-

ment, tighten the chinstraps further and readjust the buckles.

FIT CHECKPOINTEnsure the helmet is secure by exerting upward force to the

facemask. The chincup should stay secure on the chin.

If not, unbuckle the high straps and adjust.

Note: if the helmet still wobbles excessively, you may need a

smaller size.

STEP 6

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FITTING INSTRUCTIONS

FEED STRAPS THROUGH BUCKLES TO LOCK IN PLACEOnce you have tightened all four straps and the helmet feels

secure, lock the buckles into place by feeding the end of the

chinstrap through the second slot of the buckle.

CONGRATULATIONSThe fitting process is complete. However, a properly fit helmet is

only the first part of safer play. Please read the following pages

to understand the risks of using your head to make contact.

STEP 7

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This alarming picture shows Xenith Founder Vin Ferrara in high school, carrying the ball and trying to run over his opponent with his head down. His opponent is trying to do the same. Both players are not only violating football rules, they are putting themselves at serious risk for concussion and spinal cord injury.

No matter how good your helmet is, using your head to hit someone is a bad idea. Unfortunately the official in this picture didn’t put a stop to this risky situation.

You can, and we need your help.

Head first contact is an epidemic in football that must be stopped.

- NFL research indicates that over two-thirds of concussions result from helmet to helmet contact.

- Spinal cord injuries result almost exclusively from head first contact.

- The National Athletic Trainers Association position paper indicates an alarming incidence of head first contact in football, and a very rare incidence of penalties being called for this violation.

- Head first contact is the cause of the vast of majority of risk associated with football.

CONCUSSION PREVENTION

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Provide information to help educate the community about concussions and concussion handling.

MEDICAL COMMUNITY

Create and enforce policies to support this effort, and provide the best protective equipment to players.

LEAGUES & INSTITUTIONS

Stop glorifying “Big Hits” and help relay accurate infor-mation to the public.

MEDIA

Use proper technique, and understand the signs and symptoms of concussion. If you are injured, tell some-one!

PLAYERS

Get active and informed, and demand and also provide the best protective equipment for players.

PARENTS

Teach and enforce proper technique, and look for and respond to concussions.

COACHES & OFFICIALS

We all have a role to play in preventing concussions.

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Be well-informed, and well-equipped.

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Xenith warrants the helmet shell for five (�) years and the assembled Shock Bonnet® (interior liner) including shock absorbers, cables and guide for two (�) years. In the event of any failure of any warranted components, the complete helmet including the Shock Bonnet® must be returned to the place of purchase along with proof of purchase indicating purchase date, as well as the place and dates of reconditioning, if applicable. The helmet will be returned to Xenith for inspection, repair or replacement and returned to the purchaser free of charge.

You may replace worn components (facemasks, facemask clips, snap buckles, chin straps, chin cups) but only with Xenith approved replacement parts (see your Dealer or contact Xenith for details). Any repairs or alterations which you make to the helmet which modify or alter the helmet shall void this warranty. Xenith recommends annual reconditioning by a Xenith authorized reconditioner. Failure to use a Xenith authorized reconditioner shall void this warranty and could adversely affect the performance of the helmet. Xenith recommends that helmets be retired from service ten (10) years after initial use.

Warranty Exclusions: The following components are not warranted: chin pieces, low and high chin straps, snap buckles, facemasks and facemask clips.

If you have any questions about this warranty, please consult your dealer or contact Xenith Customer Service at 1-��-��-��.

Fit SeekerTM creates an instant snug fit,

with no pumps needed, and stays

secure during impact.

Shock BonnetTM creates a suspension system of

strategically placed Aware-FlowTM Shock Absorbers

which adapt the helmet’s compression

to the magnitude and direction of the impact,

reducing the sudden movement of the head.

To learn more about Xenith’s goal of

Advancing Safety & Activity Through Innovation & Education,

visit www.xenith.com, or call ��-��-��.

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