Balanced Body Pilates IQ Reformer Assembly Instructions Manual

Balanced Body Pilates IQ Reformer Assembly Instructions Manual

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How to Assemble
the Pilates IQ® Reformer
Thank you for purchasing the Balanced Body® Pilates IQ
Reformer. The following step-by-step instructions provide
guidance for assembly and installation.
NOTE: Prior to assembly, check the parts and components you
received against the following list. If you are missing any parts,
please contact the Balanced Body customer service department
at 1-800-PILATES (1-800-745-2837)

PARTS LIST

Frame and Carriage
1
Assembled IQ Reformer frame and carriage,
with five (5) springs pre-attached
1
Frame handle (219-050)
2
1- 1⁄4" Socket head cap screws (203-002)
1
Ropes (210-026) (pair)
1
Loops (101-005) (pair)
1
Footbar (950-124)
2
Risers and Pulleys (950-126)
4
6-32 by 3⁄8" Allen cap screw (203-001)
4
#6 Fender washer, Black (201-040)
4
IQ Reformer knob (602-011)
1
Bungee cord (900-005)
IQ with Library wheels
2
Brackets with transportation wheels/casters (702-005)
IQ with Wheelbarrow wheels
2
Wheel brackets (702-006)
4
Furniture sliders (602-031)

Included Tools

1
5⁄64" Allen wrench
1
3⁄16" Allen wrench for frame handle
1
5⁄32" Allen key for wheel installation

Photo Notice

The photos in this document show the IQ with wheelbarrow
wheels in some and library wheels in others. Unless specifically
noted, these pictures do not affect the installation procedure
regardless of which wheel set you have.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Knobs
Follow the arrow decals next
to each knob post to loosen/
tighten the frame as shown in
Figure A. If you force the knobs
in either direction they may
break.

INSTALLING THE KNOBS

1. Refer to Fig. B for knob parts
2. To protect parts from damage during shipping, your IQ
Reformer comes with the frame and footbar knobs detached.
Four knob posts are located at the on stationary portion of the
frame.
Figure B.
Figure A.
Knob cap
6-32 Allen cap screw
Washer
Contact Us
1-800-PILATES | +1-916-388-2838
pilates.com | info@pilates.com
400-108 | 06.26.13

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  • Page 1 How to Assemble the Pilates IQ® Reformer Thank you for purchasing the Balanced Body® Pilates IQ Reformer. The following step-by-step instructions provide guidance for assembly and installation. NOTE: Prior to assembly, check the parts and components you received against the following list. If you are missing any parts,...
  • Page 2 3. Place the knob over one of the knob posts, making sure that ATTACHING THE FRAME HANDLE the hole in the knob matches the shape on the end of the post. Figure C shows the proper orientation. For shipping purposes the IQ frame handle comes unattached. The handle makes it easier for you to lift the IQ into the upright storage position.
  • Page 3 RAISING AND LOWERING THE SHOULDER RESTS EXTENDING THE FRAME To see a demo of this step, visit our podcast page (pilates.com/ To see a demo of this step visit our podcast page (pilates.com/ podcasts) and watch “Tips on the IQ Reformer.” podcasts) and watch “Tips on the IQ Reformer”.
  • Page 4 4. Figure J shows the IQ in full extension (with risers and ropes, which you will install later). Figure J To shorten frame, loosen the knobs, and push the frame firmly into the shortened position. Re-tighten the knobs on either side of the frame.
  • Page 5 INSTALLING THE WHEELS 2. Install the bracket, replace all screws and tighten. See Figure P To install either wheel set make sure the IQ is on the ground and right side up. You may need to prop the frame up with the foam from the packing box to give yourself easier access.
  • Page 6 SPRINGS TO STAND THE IQ UPRIGHT The IQ comes with: 1. Make sure the frame is locked in the shortened (storage) position, the knobs are tightened, and all springs are » 3 red springs (medium resistance) connected. » 1 blue spring (medium/light resistance) 2.
  • Page 7 2. Lift one side of the frame and place one furniture slider (smooth side down) under each of the rubber feet on the bottom of the IQ frame. Repeat on the other 3. Push the IQ under the bed. Questions? Call Balanced Body Technical Support at 1-800-PILATES, +1-916-388-2838, or info@pilates.com.
  • Page 8 Contact Us 1-800-PILATES | +1-916-388-2838 pilates.com | info@pilates.com 400-108 | 06.26.13...

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