Balanced Body Allegro Reformer Manuel D'instructions page 8

Spring rotation (quarterly).
by rotating springs of the same weight each quarter. Unhook and
move to another position on the springbar. Rotating springs helps
them wear more evenly.
Risers on the outside. Wood risers must be installed on the
outside of the frame. Risers can loosen over time, so always
make sure they are tight.
Springs hooked downward under carriage.
are hooked in a downward
position. See Figure 3.
Secure the carriage.
When your
Reformer is not in use, be sure
that at least two springs secure
the carriage to the springbar.
Default settings.
Many users have a "default setting" for
Reformers. At the end of a session, the user connects a
prescribed number of springs in neutral tension, sets the footbar
at a pre-determined height, and sets the ropes at a specifi ed
length. This ensures that the equipment is ready for the next use,
and that the carriage is secured by the springs.
Footstrap under tension in box
work.
When using the box and
footstrap, be sure the footstrap
is under tension (with snaps
pulling from the top of the
eyebolt) before beginning the
exercise. See Figure 4.
REFORMER WHEEL AND TRACK MAINTENANCE
Clean the tracks and wheels (weekly).
and to maintain the longevity of the wheels, we recommend that
you wipe down the tracks once a week.
Disconnect the springs and clean the entire length of the tracks
with a soft cloth and a mild commercial cleaner such as Simple
Green®, Fantastik® or 409®. Do not use abrasive cleansers or
pads, as they can damage the anodizing on the rails. To clean
the wheels, hold the cloth against the wheels while you move the
carriage. If you feel a bump in the ride, dirt has adhered to the
surface of the rails or wheels. Clean hair and debris out of the
rails. Hair can wrap around the wheel axles and eventually build
up and cause wheel failure. Use tweezers to remove hair from
the wheels.
Lubrication.
Never spray silicone near or inside the wheels – this
can wash the lubricant out of the bearings and ruin the bearings.
You can purchase dry silicone at most hardware and auto parts
stores. Pulleys sometimes require lubrication to stop a squeak.
Direct a very quick spray of dry silicone or Tefl on spray into the
pulley. "Dry" silicone does not have an oil base. Oil-based ("wet")
silicone and WD40 should not be used as they attract dirt. Be
careful not to over spray. You may want to remove ropes to avoid
getting silicone on them.
Do not lubricate the Allegro 2 rails.
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You can prolong Reformer spring life
Make sure springs
Figure 3: Springs hooked downward
Figure 4: Foot strap under tension
For smooth carriage travel
Footbar supports (quarterly).
footbar support brackets, verify that the pivot screw attaching the
footbar support bracket to footbar is tight, but not so tight that it
prevents the support from rotating freely. For Legacy Reformers,
tighten the pivot bolt to secure footbar support.
Headrest (monthly).
Make sure the hinge screws and bolts on
your headrest are tight.
Under the Reformer (monthly).
you clean the fl oor space underneath.
Standing Platform Footbar Bumpers (wood Reformers only).
your standing platform footbar bumpers (the small plastic pieces
that protect the standing platform from the footbar) are broken
or damaged, please call Balanced Body to replace.
TRAPEZE TABLE (CADILLAC) & TOWERS
Cotter pins removed.
These
pins are located in the vertical
tubes that align the canopy
to the frame and should be
removed as soon as installation
is complete. Unremoved cotter
pins can tear clothing and
lacerate the skin. Use pliers to
remove the pins.
Save the pins in case you need
to disassemble and reassemble the table for transportation
purposes. See Figure 5.
Push-Through Bar (PTB)
with Sliders.
The PTB moves vertically to
accommodate different users
and exercises. The sliders on the
tubes allow for this vertical
movement. Make sure these
sliders are clean and easy to
move. Before beginning any
exercise, ensure that the sliders
are properly aligned with the
PTB holes and locked into
position. Apply a downward force
to ensure. If you notice wear on
the slider knob pins, please call Balanced Body to replace. Using
the PTB in this condition could cause injury.
For all Balanced Body footbars with
Move Reformers and make sure
Figure 5: Cotter pin before and after removal
from Trap Table.
Figure 6: Safety strap holding the
push-through bar at 4 o'clock. The strap is
secured to the PTB and canopy frame, not
the eyebolts.
If