Is the franchisee obligated to assemble the equipment for Aira Fitness's Franchisor's Affiliate upon demand?

According to Aira Fitness's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisee is not obligated to assemble equipment for the Franchisor's Affiliate. The FDD states that the Franchisor's Affiliate has no obligation to assemble the equipment. Instead, the franchisee is responsible for the equipment once it is delivered.

Specifically, the franchisee is responsible for arranging and paying for the delivery of the equipment to their business premises. The franchisee also confirms receipt and acceptance of the equipment's condition upon delivery. This indicates that the franchisee takes on the responsibility for the equipment from the point of delivery, which would typically include assembly unless otherwise agreed.

Furthermore, the document explicitly states that the Franchisor's Affiliate has no obligation to ship, deliver, assemble, install, erect, test, adjust, or service the equipment. This reinforces the understanding that the franchisee is not required to assemble equipment for the Franchisor's Affiliate, and the Franchisor's Affiliate is not required to assemble the equipment for the franchisee.