Balanced Body CoreAlign User manual

Assembly of the
Balanced Body® CoreAlign®
Balanced Body, Inc
Sacramento, CA
001-916-388-2838

© 2011 Balanced Body®. All rights reserved. CoreAlign® and Balanced Body® are registered US trademarks of Balanced Body Inc.
US Patent No. D622787 and other patents pending. Prices and specifications subject to change without notice.
PARTS LIST
Part Description Quantity
N/A CoreAlign chassis/frame 1
950-221 CoreAlign cart 2
950-140 CoreAlign cart stopper 2
950-143 CoreAlign speed bumps 2
616-219 Foam pads for carts 2
UPH7019 Foam pads for standing platform 1
950-151 Straps and handles 1 pair each
950-218 Peach (light) resistance tubing kit (4
in each kit)
2
950-219 Blue (medium) resistance tubing kit
(4 in each kit)
2
950-220 Gray (heavy) resistance tubing kit (4
in each kit)
2
616-252 Band handles 24
616-113 CoreAlign wrench 1
616-114 6mm Allen wrench 1
GEN9284 1/8” Allen wrench 1
GEN9282 5/32” Allen wrench 1
*Maintenance kit is used for minor adjustments on the CoreAlign,
including wheel replacement if necessary.
The CoreAlign is an innovative exercise machine designed to
develop strength, coordination and balance. Created by Jonathan
Hoffman, PT, it can be used by personal trainers, Pilates
instructors and physical therapists as a functional training tool
for injured clients, people looking to improve their overall fitness,
and athletic training for improved performance. If you are new
to the CoreAlign, we recommend consulting a trained CoreAlign
instructor in order to learn to use the unit safely and effectively.
Note: Take extra care when using the CoreAlign with heavy band
loading or on uneven or slippery floors such as wood, tile or
low pile carpeting. If you experience slipping or rocking of your
CoreAlign and/or Freestanding Ladder, prevent this by adjusting
the leveling feet on the ladder, using a non-slip pad under the
rubber feet of the CoreAlign or modifying the resistance as
necessary.
CoreAlign Main Components with Optional wall mounted Ladder
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A. INSTALLING THE COREALIGN
Take the CoreAlign out of the box and place it on the floor with
the narrow end in front of the ladder. Make sure the CoreAlign is
on a level surface.
NOTE ON FURNITURE GLIDES: Several exercises require the
CoreAlign to move closer or farther from the ladder. Furniture
glides can be placed under the feet of the unit to make moving
easier. Choose the kind of glides you need based on the floor
surface the unit is installed on. Furniture glides for a variety
of surfaces are available at your local hardware store. If you
choose to use furniture glides be aware that they may cause the
CoreAlign to slide in use.
B. INSTALLING THE COREALIGN RESISTANCE TUBING
1. Remove the CoreAlign cart
top by pulling the round
knob on one end and
lifting the cart top up as
shown in Figure A.
2. Place the band handles
in the notches on both
sides of the cart as shown
in Figure B. The standard
arrangement for the tubes
is to place the 2 light
(peach) tubes in the outer
positions, the 2 medium
(blue) tubes in the center
positions and 2 heavy
(gray) tubes on the inside
positions.
3. Re-install the cart lid by
sliding the lid into place
(Figure C) and pulling the
round knob out to let the
lid drop into place. Release
the knob to lock the lid in
place.
Checking the resistance tubing for wear
The tubing must be replaced regularly in order to provide
consistent resistance and a safe experience on the CoreAlign.
Check the tubing weekly by opening the carts and looking for
holes or thin spots. Replace any worn tubing immediately. To
prolong the life of your stored tubes, keep them in a sealable bag
away from direct sunlight and heat until needed.
C. USING THE COREALIGN
The CoreAlign is comprised of two independent carts traveling in
two tracks, with standing platforms at each end of the unit. Cart
resistance is achieved by connecting color-coded elastic bands
between the carts and the notches on the ends of the frame.
Resistance can be adjusted by changing the color and/or the
number of elastic tubes used. Refer back to Figures A and B to
see how to properly install tubes.
Cart starting positions
The structure of the CoreAlign allows you to create resistance on
the cart in a number of different ways. Common configurations
include:
Both carts attached to the
ladder end of the frame
(Figure D)
Both carts attached to the
open end of the frame.
(Figure E)
One cart attached to the
ladder end and the other to
the open end of the frame.
(Figure F)
Both carts in one track, with
the tubing attached to either
end of the frame. (Figure G )
Both carts in one track with
the carts attached to each
other. (Figure H)
Figure A
Figure B
Figure C
Figure D
Figure E
Figure F
Figure G
Figure H
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Resistance tubing adjustments
To adjust the resistance, press
down on the standing platform
latch to release the platform
lid and lift it up as shown in
Figure I.
You will see several band
notches under the lid, as
shown in Figure J.
»Place the band handle
securely in the notch that is
directly in line with it.
»When you have all the
tubes you need in position,
lower the lid and make sure
you hear a click to indicate
the standing platform is
secured.
»Each tube color represents a different level of resistance.
Peach = Light, Blue = Medium, Gray = Heavy
»The specific number and weight of tubes needed for each
exercise is included in the exercise description. For safety,
we recommend attaching 2 tubes when the cart is in use, to
minimize the instability of the cart should a tube break.
Cart stopper and locking adjustments
To limit the travel of the cart,
place a cart stopper block
in the track by facing the
4 bumpers toward the cart
and inserting the tab in the
appropriate slot in the track as
shown in Figures K, L.
To lock the cart at the end of
the track, place the stopper
block in the track with the 4
bumpers facing away from the
cart and insert the tab in the
slot that holds the cart secure
as shone in Figure M.
CoreAlign Accessories
Many CoreAlign exercises require the following accessories:
»A wall ladder
»Straps with handles
(included)
»Cart stopper blocks
(included)
»Freestanding ladder
In addition to the standard CoreAlign unit, the following
accessories may be added to the cart for specific exercises:
»Cart pads for knees, elbows and forearms (included)
»Rotator disks
»Speed bumps for hands and feet (included)
Depending on the exercises and clientele you may also need
the following:
»A side bar for security while standing sideways on the cart or
for additional stability for beginners
»An exercise mat
»A physioball
D. USING THE HANDLES AND STRAPS
Several CoreAlign exercises (included in your CoreAlign
instructions) require optional handles and straps for support. To
attach them to the ladder, place the loop-end around the outside
end of a long dowel. Choose the desired height for the handles
and wrap the rope around the ladder and/or dowel until desired
length is reached. To adjust, simply move the looped end to a
different dowel. Be certain they are secure before using.
E. USING THE SPEED BUMPS
The speed bumps are included
to help support the hands and
feet on the CoreAlign carts. To
install place the two pins on
the bottom of the speed bump
into the holes on the top of
the cart as shown in Figure O.
If you will be pushing off the
speed bumps, orient them so
that you are pushing off from
the edge furthest from the
pins.
Figure I: Latch Lever
Figure J
Figure K
Figure L
Figure M
Figure O
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WARNING: This machine is potentially dangerous, and Balanced
Body Inc. assumes no liability towards use or misuse. If you are
not fully aware of the safety issues and use of this machine,
do not use it. Use only with qualified instructor supervision.
Please refer to the Additional Usage and Safety section for more
information.
ADVERTENCIA: Esta máquina es potencialmente peligrosa,
y Balanced Body Inc. no asume ninguna responsabilidad por
su uso o mal uso. Si no conoce completamente los asuntos
relativos a la seguridad y el uso de este dispositivo, no lo utilice.
Úselo solo bajo la supervisión de un instructor calificado.
Consulte la sección Otros usos y seguridad para obtener más
información.
AVERTISSEMENT : Cette machine est potentiellement
dangereuse et Balanced Body Inc. n’assume aucune
responsabilité quant à son utilisation ou sa mauvaise utilisation.
Si vous ne vous êtes pas pleinement familiarisé avec les
questions de sécurité et l’utilisation de cet appareil, ne l’utilisez
pas. Utilisez cet appareil uniquement sous la supervision d’un
instructeur qualifié. Pour plus d’informations, veuillez vous
reporter à la section Utilisation et sécurité.
ATTENZIONE: questo macchinario è potenzialmente pericoloso
e Balanced Body Inc. non si assume la responsabilità in caso
di utilizzo o di utilizzo improprio. Se non siete ben informati
sulla sicurezza e l’utilizzo di questo dispositivo, non utilizzatelo.
Utilizzatelo solo sotto la supervisione di un istruttore qualificato.
Per ulteriori informazioni fate riferimento all’utilizzo addizionale
e alla sezione dedicata alla sicurezza.
ACHTUNG: Dieses Gerät ist potenziell gefährlich, und Balanced
Body Inc. übernimmt keine Haftung für dessen Gebrauch oder
Missbrauch. Wenn Sie mit den Sicherheitsrisiken und dem
Gebrauch dieses Geräts nicht völlig vertraut sind, verwenden
Sie es bitte nicht. Gebrauchen Sie es nur unter Aufsicht
eines qualifizierten Trainers. Für zusätzliche Informationen
lesen Sie bitte den Abschnitt Zusätzliche Gebrauchs- und
Sicherheitshinweise.
警告：本设备可能会有危险，Balanced Body有限公司对其使用
或误用不负任何责任。如果您未充分了解本设备的安全问题和
使用方法，切勿使用。仅在具有资质的教练监督下使用。请参考
其它用途与安全章节，了解更多信息。
ADDITIONAL USAGE AND SAFETY
For additional usage and safety information on the CoreAlign,
or to view complete manual translations in six languages, please
visit the Balanced Body support page at
pilates.com/store/faq-safety/
OTROS USOS Y SEGURIDAD
Para obtener más información sobre el uso y la seguridad del
CoreAlign, o para ver las traducciones completas del manual en
seis idiomas, visite la página de asistencia de
pilates.com/store/faq-safety/
UTILISATION ET SÉCURITÉ
Pour plus d’informations sur l’utilisation du CoreAlign et les
consignes de sécurité ou pour consulter le manuel intégral
disponible en six langues, veuillez visiter la page d’assistance de
Balanced Body à l’adresse suivante :
pilates.com/store/faq-safety/
UTILIZZO ADDIZIONALE E SICUREZZA
Per ulteriori informazioni sull’uso e sulla sicurezza del CoreAlign,
oppure per consultare le traduzioni complete del manuale in sei
lingue, visita la pagina di assistenza dedicata a Balanced Body
su pilates.com/store/faq-safety/
ZUSÄTZLICHE GEBRAUCHS- UND SICHERHEITSHINWEISE
Für zusätzliche Informationen zu Gebrauch und Sicherheit
des CoreaAlign oder vollständige Übersetzungen der
Gebrauchsanweisung in sechs Sprachen besuchen Sie bitte die
Balanced Body-Supportseite auf pilates.com/store/faq-safety/
其它用途与安全
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言 的 完 整 手 册 翻 译 ，请 访 问 Balanced Body支 持 页 面 ，网 址 为 ：
pilates.com/store/faq-safety/
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