Balanced Body Studio Reformer User manual

Assembling the Balanced Body®Studio Reformer®
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PARTS LIST
DESCRIPTION PART NO QTY
Studio Reformer
Red Springs SPR9070 3
Blue Spring SPR7071 1
Green Spring SPR9293 1
Cotton Loops (pair) 101-005 1
Neoprene Handles (pair) 101-016 1
Ropes (pair) 210-026 1
Carriage Extension Stopper 200-211 1
Sitting Box 721-002 1
Wooden Risers (pair) 950-034 1
Riser Bolts GEN7314 4
Pully Assembly (pair) GEN9039 1
Shoulder Rest Kit TwistLock 950-251 1
TwistLock Post 616-400 2
with Classic Footbar
Short Foot Strap 101-011 1
Spring Bar 950-053 1
with Revo Footbar
Revo Foot Strap 210-030 1
with Infinity Footbar
Revo Foot Strap 210-030 1
Complete Infinity footbar with
Trunnions Attached
N/A 1
Footbar Stoppers REF0702 2
Footbar Stopper Screws GEN9027 2
Plunger Knob Wrench ALL0060 1
INSTALL THE CARRIAGE
1. Turn the carriage over and clean both the wheels and the full
length of the rail surfaces inside the frame. Carefully place the
carriage into the frame with the headrest facing away from
the footbar.
ATTACH THE SPRINGS TO THE UNDERSIDE OF
THE CARRIAGE
2. Locate the bracket with
five eye-bolts attached
beneath the carriage. Hook
the springs onto the
eyebolts. The hook should
be facing down.
. The bodies of the springs
should rest on the flat, padded
brace under the carriage (Fig A).
INSTALL THE STANDARD WOODEN RISERS
3. The adjustable riser blocks
come with four screws
and a hex key provided
in a hardware package.
Install the riser blocks to
the outside of the frame
at the head end. The long
slots in the risers go to the
top with the fully rounded
edges facing out as shown
in Figure B. Start threading
both screws by hand in one
riser block before tightening.
. When both screws are
engaged, tighten them with the hex key.
Repeat with the other riser.
ATTACH THE PULLEYS TO THE WOODEN RISERS
4. The hardware package
contains two pulleys with
black knobs. Unscrew the
black knobs and remove.
Take off one of the large
washers from the exposed
bolt on a pulley and install
the bolt through the slot on
a riser.
. Place the washer back onto
the bolt on the backside of
the riser and add the black knob.
. Do this to both risers, making sure the pulleys are facing the
carriage. See Figure C for proper orientation.
. Raise and lower the pulleys by loosening the black knob and
sliding the pulley up or down in the slot, then tighten the black
knob.
ATTACH THE ROPES
5. To attach the ropes,
first engage at least one
carriage spring to the
springbar to hold the
carriage in place. Unroll
and separate the ropes.
6. Clip a cotton loop onto the end of each rope and hang the
loops on the shoulder rests. (Figure D). Thread the other end
of each rope through a 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.
Fig A
Fig B
Fig C
Fig D
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Always push the rope firmly down into the cleats to ensure a
good grip.
INSTALL THE SHOULDER RESTS
7. Note the two protruding studs on the bottom of the shoulder
rests. Lower the shoulder rest studs into the key holes and
slide shoulder rests away from the carriage pad. See Figure E.
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.
Figure E
INSTALL THE LOCKING SHOULDER POSTS
8. Screw the locking shoulder posts onto the exposed bolt on
each shoulder rest. Turn the posts clockwise to tighten them
and lock the shoulder rests into position. See Figure F. 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 towares the carriage, then lift them up
and out.
Figure F
FOOTBAR
Follow the instructions below for the footbar configuration of
your Reformer.
Classic Footbar
For Reformers with a classic footbar, the springbar can be found
in the sitting box with the appropriate hardware. Install it into the
gears under the footbar with its hooks facing up.
Revo Footbar
There is no installation required for the Revo Footbar
Infinity Footbar
Installation can be done by one person, but it is easier and safer
to have a person hold each side.
1. Pull the plunger knob
straight out so that the
recessed cross-pin comes
out of the slots. Then turn
the knob so that the
cross-pin rests on the bolt
head. Repeat on the other
side (Fig G).
2. Slide the trunion into the aluminum C-channels that run
down both sides of the Reformer frame (Figure H).
3. Twist the plunger knob until it locks into the desired position.
4. Attach the black stops to the end of the channels with
provided wood screws (Figure I).
Fig G
Trunnion
Plunger Knob
Fig H Fig I
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CARRIAGE EXTENSION STOPPER
The carriage extension stopper
drops into the metal frame
rail to decrease the distance
the carriage can travel from
its resting point at the foot
end. It is most commonly used
for clients who have a limited
range of motion or to stop the
carriage from traveling too far
for whatever reason may be
necessary. See Figure J.
OPTIONS
Adjustable Metal Risers
Just slide the metal risers into the receivers at the head-end of
the Reformer frame and lock with the tethered pin. This Studio
Reformer configuration comes with pulleys pre-installed.
ATTACH THE STRAPS
Detach all springs from the carriage. Flip the carriage up so
that the underside of the carriage is facing the head-end of the
frame. If possible, have another person hold the carriage in place
on the rails while adjusting the strap (NOTE: Do not try and rest the
carriage on the rails by itself – it may fall over.)
Take one of the leather straps and feed the “holed” end up and
around the caster at the head end of the frame, through the
footman ring at the top of the carriage and, finally, through the
buckle on the underside of the carriage.
(NOTE: The person holding the carriage may need to lean
the carriage closer to the head end of the frame for easier
adjustment.)
Use the holes on the strap to adjust to the desired length and
then buckle. Pull the excess strap end through the metal ring
below the buckle. Repeat with the other strap. Place the carriage
back into the frame.
Take the loop at the other end of the strap and put it around
the headrest or the post behind the shoulder rest. Repeat the
procedure on the other side with the other strap.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Cleaning
Clean all skin-contact parts after each use, including carriage,
shoulder rests, head rest, and footbar. Use a solution of mild soap
and water. Dry thoroughly.
BB upholstery has built-in antimicrobial/antibacterial protection.
For light soiling, use a solution of 10% household liquid dish soap
with warm water applied with a soft damp cloth. If necessary, a
solution of liquid cleanser and water applied with a soft bristle
will also work. For heavier soiling, please call Balanced Body
Technical Support. Wheel tracks and wheels should be cleaned
regularly with a cloth to ensure that the carriage rides smoothly
and quietly.
Wash hand and foot straps regularly. Place in pillowcase, wash on
gentle cycle, air dry.
If you have any questions on cleaning, please call Balanced Body
Technical Support.
Lubrication and Adjustment
Periodically lubricate pulleys with silicone spray. Be careful of
overspray. Never use “wet” lubricants like WD40 or oil.
IN CASE OF FREIGHT DAMAGE
If there is freight damage, make certain you keep all packaging
material. Please call Balanced Body within 3 days.
QUESTIONS?
Please call Balanced Body Technical Support at
1-800-PILATES (U.S.) or [phone] (International).
Fig J
Strap going through the footman ring
and into the buckle
Proper strap alignment on the Legacy
Reformer
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