Balanced Body Allegro Reformer Administrator Guide

How to Assemble the Allegro®Reformer
THIS IS A MEDICAL DEVICE
PARTS LIST
Part number Description Qty
950-002 Complete footbar 1
950-020 Shoulder bolts and washers 1 kit
950-228 Shoulder rest with brackets 1 pair
616-400 Locking shoulder post 2
GEN8000 Twist lock plunger knobs 2
210-070 Soft Touch Ropes 1 pair
210-064 Double loops (Soft Touch) 1 pair
950-225 Allegro riser with pulley 2
GEN9050 5/16” Allen wrench 1
ALL0060 Allegro wrench 1
SPR9070 Red spring 3
SPR9071 Blue spring 1
SPR9241 Yellow spring 1
UPH7040 Foam Pad for Standing Platform 1
GEN9282 5/32” Allen wrench 1
GEN9472 1/4”-20 Button head screw 2
GEN9054 Split washer 2
618-008 Transport bracket preinstalled
with wheel 2
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS:
PLEASE READ WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the following
important precautions before using the Allegro.
»Read all instructions in this manual before using the
Allegro. Review the Setup and Safety video included with
the Allegro before using the equipment. Use the Allegro
only as described in these instructions and the video.
»It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that all users
of the Allegro are adequately informed of all precautions.
»Use the Allegro only on a level surface. Keep hands and
feet away from all moving parts. When the Allegro is
not in use, leave at least two springs connected to the
carriage. Keep children under the age of 12 and pets away
from the Allegro at all times.
»If you feel pain, dizziness, or shortness of breath, stop
exercising immediately.
»Before beginning any exercise program, consult your
physician.
Contact Us
1-800-PILATES | [phone]
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Balanced Body, Inc
Sacramento, CA
001-916-388-2838
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EMERGO EUROPE
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The Netherlands
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Balanced Body, Inc.
5909 88th St,
Sacramento, CA 95828 USA

STATEMENT OF INTENDED USE
The Allegro® Reformer device is intended by the manufacturer
to be used by people for the purposes of physiotherapy,
rehabilitation, the prevention, treatment and relief of injuries,
supportive, functional therapy for a disability or for general
strengthening and improving the mobility of the human
body. Should injury occur during usage please report to the
manufacturer and competent authority of the Member State in
which the user and/or patient is established.
DÉCLARATION SPÉCIFIANT L’USAGE PRÉVU
L’appareil Allegro® Reformer a été conçu pour être utilisé à
des fins de physiothérapie, de réhabilitation, de prévention,
de traitement et de soulagement des blessures, de thérapie
fonctionnelle et de soutien dans le cadre d’un handicap, ou de
renforcement global et d’amélioration de la mobilité du corps
humain. Si une blessure se produit au cours de l’utilisation,
signalér au fabricant et à l’autorité compétente de l’État membre
dans lequel l’utilisateur et / ou le patient est établi.
DICHIARAZIONE DI DESTINAZIONE D’USO
Il dispositivo Allegro® Reformer è destinato dal produttore
a essere utilizzato dalle persone per scopi di fisioterapia, di
riabilitazione, di prevenzione, trattamento e sollievo da infortuni,
di terapia di sostegno e funzionale per una disabilità o di rinforzo
e miglioramento generali della mobilità del corpo umano. In caso
di infortuni durante l’utilizzo, Rapporto al produttore e all’autorità
competente dello Stato membro in cui è stabilito l’utilizzatore e /
o il paz iente.
DECLARACIÓN DE USO PREVISTO
El dispositivo Allegro® Reformer está diseñado con fines de
fisioterapia, rehabilitación, prevención, tratamiento y alivio de
lesiones, terapia de apoyo y funcional para una discapacidad o
para el fortalecimiento general y la mejora de la movilidad del
cuerpo humano. En caso de que se produzcan lesiones durante su
uso, Reporte al fabricante y a la autoridad competente del Estado
miembro en el que está establecido el usuario y / o paciente.
ANGABE DER BESTIMMUNGSGEMÄSSEN
VERWENDUNG
Das Gerät Allegro® Reformer wurde vom Hersteller für die
Verwendung durch Personen zu Zwecken der Physiotherapie,
der Rehabilitation, der Vorbeugung, Behandlung und Linderung
von Verletzungen, der unterstützenden, funktionellen Therapie
bei einer Behinderung oder zur allgemeinen Stärkung und
Verbesserung der Mobilität des menschlichen Körpers
vorgesehen. Sollten bei der Anwendung Verletzungen auftreten,
Bericht und der zuständigen Behörde des Mitgliedstaats
gemeldet, in dem der Benutzer und / oder Patient ansässig ist.
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INSTALL THE SHOULDER RESTS
1. Note the two protruding studs on the bottom of the shoulder
rests. Lower the shoulder rest studs into the keyholes and
slide away from the carriage pad. See Figure A.
Note: The shoulder rests can be installed in two positions.
One position is wider, and more comfortable for broad
shoulders. Swap the left and right shoulder rests to change
between standard and wide configurations.
2. Now screw the locking shoulder posts onto the exposed bolt
on each shoulder rest. See Figure B.
Using the Locking Shoulder Posts:
Turn the posts clockwise to tighten them and lock the
shoulder rests into position. Over tightening the posts will
make them difficult to remove, they should be snug but not
too tight. To remove the shoulder rests, turn the post counter
clockwise 1-2 turns and gently slide the shoulder rests toward
the carriage.
Figure C shows the storage position for the shoulder rests.
Note the key hole slots at the head end of the Allegro frame.
INSTALL THE BLACK PLUNGER KNOBS
3. Look through the large
threaded hole in the
trunnion and line it up
with one of the holes
in the frame.Screw the
plunger knob into the large
hole until it is completely
threaded in.See Figure D.
4. Repeat on other side.
Tighten both plunger knobs
securely with the included
open end wrench.
To move the trunnions, pull the ball of the plunger knobs away
from the frame and turn 90° to lock out. To re-engage the
plunger turn the knob until it snaps into one of the holes in
the side of frame.
Note: Make sure both trunnion plates are locked in the same
horizontal position before moving on.
INSTALL THE FOOTBAR
5. Pick up the footbar so the
seam of the footbar cover is
away from the carriage pad.
6. While squeezing the footbar
plunger levers, guide the
footbar over the outsides of
the trunnion plates. Align
each footbar pin with the top
hole in the trunnion plate.
While continuing to support
the footbar, release the footbar
plunger levers to engage
the trunnion plate. Be sure
the pins on both sides are
engaged. See Figure E.
Figure A
Figure B
Figure C
Figure D
Plunger
Knob
Trunnion
Plate
Figure E
Plunger
Lever
Trunion Plate
Top Hole
Washer
Shoulder Bolt
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7. Pivot the footbar slightly until the large hole at the bottom of
the footbar aligns with the remaining hole in the trunnion plate.
8. Slide the shoulder bolt with one washer through the large
footbar hole. Then screw the shoulder bolt into the trunnion
plate as tightly as possible with the large Allen (GEN9050)
wrench. Repeat on the other side. See Figure E.
INSTALL THE RISERS
9. Remove locking pins from
the frame. Insert the risers
through the holes on the
top of the frame. Turn the
risers until the attached
pulleys point straight down
the frame toward the
footbar. See Figure F.
10. Reinsert locking pins until
the metal ring touches the
frame. You may need to jiggle or slightly lift or rotate the riser
to get the locking pins in all the way.
ATTACH THE ROPES
11. To attach the ropes, first engage at least one spring from
the carriage to the frame to keep the carriage in the home
position. Unroll the ropes and separate them.
12. The Allegro now comes with Soft Touch Ropes that do not
have the dog-clips to attach the loops. The clip will no longer
drag on or bang into the frame! Follow the images below to
install your loops. See Figure G.
13. Rest the loops over the shoulder rests. Thread the other
end of each rope through a riser pulley and back into the
cam cleats on the carriage to adjust the length. Be sure to
go through the chrome eyestraps on both sides of the cam
cleats. Always push the rope firmly down into the cleats to
ensure a good grip.
INSTALL THE TRANSPORT WHEEL BRACKET
14. Remove the 1/4”-20 button head screw and the split washer
attached to the last hole in the frame towards the footend of
the reformer, as shown in Figure H, using the 5/32” Allen key.
Slide the preassembled transport bracket into the channel in
the rail at the foot end of the reformer. Line up the hole in the
transport bracket with the hole in the frame rail. Use the
1/4”-20 button head screw and the split washer to attach the
transport bracket on to the frame using the 5/32” Allen key.
See Figure H for reference. Note: The wheel goes on the inside
of the bracket (towards the frame) when it is mounted.
15. Repeat this for the other side of the reformer.
Figure F
Locking Pin
Figure G
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3 4
Figure H
GEN9054
618-008
GEN9472
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STORING THE ALLEGRO REFORMER
Stacking
To see a demonstration of how to stack the Allegro, watch the
Setup and Safety portion of the Allegro Introductory/Level 1 DVD.
Attach the springs to keep the carriage from moving. Move the
footbar to the “down” position. Remove the shoulder rests and
store in the slots at the head of the frame. Put the head rest
down. Remove the risers and store in the holes on the sides of
the frame. Place the ropes and loops inside the Allegro frame not
on the carriage. Alternate the orientation of the Allegros as you
stack them. Place the head end feet onto the standing platform
of the Allegro below, and so on. Stack a maximum of 5 reformers
with no legs (3 with legs). Do not stack Reformer with Towers.
Standing
It is absolutely critical that
the Allegro footbar be set and
locked in the correct position
for standing storage. Move
and lock the footbar into the
position closest to the foot-end
of the Reformer frame. Raise
the footbar to its highest
position. Lift the head-end
of the Allegro frame to waist
height. Then raise the frame
to vertical. Use your foot to
steady the wheeled end of the
frame as you lift to vertical.
The vertical Allegro will come
to rest on the footbar and the
transport wheels. See Figure H.
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
Cleaning
Wipe the carriage pad, headrest, footbar and shoulder rests with
a soft cloth and a mild, non-abrasive cleaner after each use.
Keep the carriage track and wheels clean from dust and dirt.
Wipe the entire track with a towel regularly. Clean the footbar
trunnion track weekly. Clean the frame with a mild, non-abrasive
cleaner. Keep the ropes and springs clear of dust. Cotton loops
can be machine-washed. Hang to dry.
Lubrication
The foot bar trunnion C-channel can be lubricated with dry
silicone spray.
MAINTENANCE
»See the included Safety First Guide.
QUESTIONS?
Call Balanced Body technical support at 1-800-745-2838
(US and Canada), or [phone].
Figure H
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How to Install the Allegro®Legs Kit
PARTS INCLUDED:
Item No. Part Number Description Qty
1618-030 Allegro Leg, A 2
2618-031 Allegro Leg, B 2
3618-021 Leg Nut Plate 2
4614-020 Wheel Bracket, Allegro Ext
Leg 2
5GEN8320 Allen Key, 3/16” Ball Point 1
6GEN7321 Screw, Button Head, 5/16-18
x 3/4” 12
7GEN7325 Screw, 1/4-20 x 3/4” 4
8GEN9021 Nut, Nylock, 1/4-20 4
9GEN9282 Allen Key 5/32” Short Arm 1
10 618-135 Polyurethane Foot Pads 4
11 GEN9600 Double Sided Tape 4
12 GEN6742 Flat Head Screw 10-24 x
5/8” 4
13 GEN9856 #10 Flat Washer 4
14 GEN9059 #10 Nylon Nut 4
15 GEN9284 1/8” Allen Wrench 1
16 FAK1000 Alcohol Wipe 4
TOOLS NEEDED (NOT INCLUDED):
»Two 1/2” or adjustable wrenches
»One 7/16” wrench
»3/8” wrench or socket
PREPARE THE NEW PADS
1. Remove the legs and other materials from the packaging and
lay the legs on the floor with the bottom of the leg facing up,
so the “L” shape face with three holes are on the floor
2. Remove the (4) Polyurethane foot pads, and (1) Alcohol wipe
from the packaging. Open one wipe and thoroughly wipe
down the top side of each foot pad. This is the side opposite
the ribbing. If the wipe is dirty or becomes too dry use another
wipe for the remaining pads. Set the pads aside and let these
dry.
3. Open an Alcohol wipe to clean the bottom of each metal foot
on the reformer. If needed use a secondary wipe.
4. If you have a Tower Of Power installed, remove the ropes,
loosen the 4 tower knobs, and remove the tower.
5. Using the included shorter allen wrench, remove the 4 screws
holding the head end cover plates and riser pins in place. Set
them aside to be re-installed later. See Figure A.
1
2
10
3
5
49
76
8
13
16
11
15
14 12
Figure A
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1. Attach all springs to keep the carriage stationary. Remove
ropes, shoulder rests, and risers. Place the footbar (if installed)
in its lowest position and check that all pins are locked so that
the footbar is secure. Then, with the help of a friend, lift the
Allegro from both ends and carefully turn it upside down and
set it on the floor. You may want to place a pad or other floor
protection beneath the Reformer.
2. Remove the 4 rubber feet from the bottom of the Reformer
frame by grasping them firmly with your hand and turning
counter-clockwise. You can discard the feet unless you may
want to convert back to a flat Allegro configuration.
3. Before proceeding ensure
the tops of the new pads
from step 2 are completely
dry and no more alcohol
liquid remains on the part.
If the pads are not dry, the
pad and tape will not bond.
Peel one side of tape off
the sticker and install it on
a pad. Align the 45 degree
corner side of the tape with the stepped corner of the foot
pad. The center hole will go over the raised center circle.
See Figure B.
4. Peel off the top side of the
applied tape and install
this pad assembly on the
bottom of a cleaned leg.
See Figure C.
5. Use one of each: #10 screw,
#10 washer, #10 nut and
the provided Allen wrench,
plus a socket or wrench;
Align the stepped corner of the pad with the opening of the
leg. The raised center will go inside the center hole in the leg.
Again refer to Figure C. Tighten the screw until the end just
barely sticks out the top of the nut. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.
6. Repeat steps 8-10 for all other legs.
7. Insert the leg nut plates shown in Figure D into the Reformer
frame until the big hole lines up with the riser hole in the
frame. When it does, drop your riser through the frame and
the block to hold it in place. See Figure D and E.
8. Now maneuver the leg nut plate so that the holes in Figure
E line up when you look down through the hole in the frame.
This will be one of the screw holes you will use to attach the
legs.
9. With the risers still in place to locate the leg nut plates, place
two of the legs onto the frame rail at the head end of the
Reformer, lining up the holes in the leg with the three holes in
the frame. The left and right legs are not the same so keep
looking for one that matches the hole pattern in the frame.
Now start threading all six of the 5/16-18 screws into the
frame to secure the legs in place. Start with the screws that
go into the block that is held in place by the risers and once
they are all started, tighten them. See Figure F.
Now you can remove the risers and set them aside.
NOTE: the long end of the included 3/16” allen wrench is ball
shaped to allow for more maneuverability when working in
small areas. Once the screws are finger tight, use the short
leg of the allen wrench to tighten the screws.
Figure B
Figure C
Figure F
Figure D
Figure E
Make sure these holes line up.
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1. Install the legs onto the foot end of the frame in the same
way with the 6 screws. No leg nut plates are required at the
foot end.
2. Using a 7/16” wrench and the included allen wrench, install
the transport wheel brackets with the 1/4-20 screws and nuts
as shown in Figure G. Make sure the brackets are oriented as
shown. Typically these are installed at the foot end of the
Reformer as shown in Figure G.
NOTE: The transport wheels can also be installed at the head
end which allows you to move the Reformer with Tower more
easily. Just make sure the carriage is rolled to the head end
of the Reformer before lifting the foot end of the machine in
this configuration.
3. Using two 1/2” or adjustable wrenches, remove the transport
wheels from their current location and install them onto the
brackets you just installed. Leave the old transport wheel
brackets in place, as that is where a footstrap can be
attached. See Figure H.
NOTE: It is critical that the washers and wheel get installed in
the same order and orientation as they were on the original
brackets. Do one wheel at a time and if the wheel does not
spin freely after you are done, double check against the other
wheel to make sure everything is in the right order.
4. Re-install the head end rail cover plates on the same side you
removed them from.
NOTE: If you will be installing a Tower System next, leave the
head end rail cover plates off.
5. Your legs are installed and you may now carefully lift and turn
your Allegro Reformer back over onto the legs. Re-install your
shoulder rests, risers, and ropes.
Figure G (Footbar not shown)
Figure H
Do not forget this
washer between the
wheel and bracket.
Leave this
bracket here.
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How to Install and Use
the Standing Platform Pad
Your Allegro Reformer comes with a standing platform pad. Place
the pad directly on top of the standing platform to use. This pad
will make the standing platform height the same as your carriage
pad. See Figure A.
Figure A
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Assembling the Allegro® Tower of Power™
Prior to assembly, check the parts and components received against the following list. If you are missing any parts, contact the
Balanced Body customer service department at 1-800-PILATES (1-800-745-2837) in the U.S. and Canada, or [phone]
(international).
PREPARE YOUR ALLEGRO REFORMER
If you have purchased an Allegro 14” leg set, we strongly
recommend installing the legs before installing the Tower.
Remove all ropes and risers from the Allegro. If your Allegro
was purchased before February 1, 2004, remove the labels and
backing on the sides. You can order a new label free of charge by
calling 1-800-PILATES (1-800-745-2837 in the U.S. and Canada,
or [phone] (international).
PARTS LIST
Description Part Number Qty
Tower 618-024 1
Push-through bar (PTB) TRP0047 1
T-pin GEN9892 2
Tower Bracket, Right 950-234 1
Tower Bracket, Left 950-235 1
Adjustable pulley and knob assembly 950-131 2
5/32” Allen key, long 212-001 1
Blue trap spring SPR9004 2
Yellow trap spring SPR9002 2
Long spring, purple SPR9461 2
Long spring, yellow SPR9006 2
Roll down bar 710-010 1
Single cotton loops 101-005 1 pair
Safety strap with carabiner 210-023 1
Tower lower spring mounts 950-236 1
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