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Spring rotation (quarterly). You can prolong Reformer spring life
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
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
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 Balanced Body Cleaner, mild soap with
water or a mild commercial cleaner such as, 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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carriage. Make sure springs are
Figure 3: Springs hooked downward
Figure 4: Foot strap under tension
(weekly). For smooth carriage travel
Footbar supports (quarterly). For all Balanced Body footbars with
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). Move Reformers and make sure
you clean the fl oor space underneath.
Standing Platform Footbar Bumpers (wood Reformers
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
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.
Weekly maintentance for Push-Through Bars with
to ensure the pins in the plunger knobs protrude and lock into
the vertical tubes. Pull both knobs out and move the sliders to
a different position. Release the knobs before the next hole and
continue to slide the system into position. Once over a hole the
pin of the knob will automatically drop into the opening. Once
each slider is in a new position apply a downward force on the
PTB. The pins of the sliders should not come out of the holes. If
the pins do not stay in the tube holes, the pull knobs need to be
replaced. Call Balanced Body for replacement parts.
Push-Through Bar (PTB) with T-pin
exercises, if your client's head is below the PTB, use the T-pin setting
in addition to the safety strap or chain. Spotting your client is highly
recommended. This is important for safety.
Push-Through Bar (PTB) control. Make sure you have enough
room around the trap table to safely use the PTB without fear of
hitting other people. The PTB can be dangerous if not properly
only). If
Figure 5: Cotter pin before and after
removal from Trap Table.
Sliders.
Sliders. Check
setting.For bottom sprung
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