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Assembling the Balanced Body
CenterLine
THIS IS A MEDICAL DEVICE
A. Footbar B. Carriage C. Sitting Box D. Gondola Pole & Dowel E. Straps
DESCRIPTION
Gondola Pole
Short Box Dowel
Kneeling Pads
Sitting box
Cotton Foot Strap
Extender Straps
Leather Straps
Handles
Green Springs
No Roll Springbar
Detachable Shoulder Assembly
Detent Pin w/Lanyard
Screw with locking knob
Carriage Exension Stopper
INSTALL THE CARRIAGE
Clean all the carriage wheels and the metal rail surfaces of the
frame. Carefully place the carriage into the frame with the
headrest facing away from the footbar.
INSTALL THE STRAPS
Place strap handles over shoulder
rests. Insert the end of leather strap
with the black fabric through the
caster (rough leather side is against
the caster) as shown in Figure A.
Statement of Intended Use
The Reformer/Tower device is intended by the manufacturer to be used by people for the purposes of physiotherapy, rehabilitation, the prevention, treatment and
relief of injuries, supportive, functional therapy for a disability or for general strengthening and improving the mobility of the human body. Should injury
occur during usage please report to the manufacturer and competent authority of the Member State in which the user and/or patient is established.
For printed instructions contact Balanced Body.
Reformer (and Tower)
®
PART NO.
QTY.
720-006
607-128
108-018
721-010
607-349
607-343
607-482
950-161
1 pair
SPR9360
17436
N/A
N/A
N/A
200-211
Figure A: Straps and Carriage Extension
Stopper.
EMERGO EUROPE
Westervoortsedijk 60,
6827 AT Arnhem
The Netherlands
Guide the strap through the silver loop under the carriage as
shown in figure B. Depress the metal lever on the clip and guide
the black end of the strap through. It is important that the black
strap goes through the clip as shown in Figure C. Adjust until
strap is tight.
Note: straps would need to be adjusted if the springbar is moved
to a different gear.
1
1
2
Figure B
1
1
ATTACH THE SPRINGS TO THE UNDERSIDE OF THE
2
CARRIAGE
Attach one spring to each eye-bolt on
2
the underside of the carriage as shown in
Figure D. The open end of the spring hook
4
should be facing down.
1
2
INSTALL THE SPRINGBAR
2
Place the springbar with hooks facing up
2
into the gear block as shown in Figure E.
2
Figure E: Springs and Springbar.
®
Figure C: Metal clips for attaching straps
to under carriage.
Figure D: Springs at rest
Optional 5th Spring
Springbar
in gear
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  • Page 1 Should injury occur during usage please report to the manufacturer and competent authority of the Member State in which the user and/or patient is established. For printed instructions contact Balanced Body. Contact Us...

  • Page 2: Cleaning And Maintenance

    Be sure to dry thoroughly. installed in the right hand carriage rail (if you are sitting on For heavier soiling please call Balanced Body Technical Support. the carriage) to limit Wheel tracks and wheels should be cleaned regularly with a cloth the distance the to ensure that tracks smoothly and quietly.
  • Page 3 If the hook shows a lot of wear, discontinue using the spring to the quality of the equipment. This guide was created to help immediately and call Balanced Body to replace spring or snap. you use and maintain your equipment for optimum safety. Please See Figure 2.
  • Page 4 If you notice wear on the slider knob Disconnect the springs and clean the entire length of the tracks pins, please call Balanced Body to replace. Using the PTB in this with a soft cloth and Balanced Body Cleaner, mild soap with condition could cause injury.
  • Page 5 We suggest that you keep a maintenance log for each piece of equipment. The log should include: Figure 8. If your chair is a Balanced Body Split-step Pedal Chair (Combo Chair), 1. A description of the machine including the serial number, the please consider upgrading to the Cactus date and place of purchase, and the manufacturer.

  • Page 6: Maintenance Schedule

    Before using equipment, ensure that the springs are securely a ttached. See photos below for examples of securely attached springs to various attachment points that you may encounter on Balanced Body equipment. Note that adding spring resistance makes some exercises easier and others more diffi cult. Performing exercises with improper spring resistance increases the risk of falling. If unsure of proper spring resistance, please consult a certifi...
  • Page 7 REFORMER SAFETY USAGE Safety and the Universal Reformer The Pilates Universal Reformer, is designed to teach the exercise repertoire of Joseph H. Pilates. All utilization must take the unique functionality and design of the Reformer into account as well as the skill, expertise and education of the instructor. Exercises outside of the intended use may cause damage to the equipment and may be dangerous to the client.
  • Page 8 Exercise Set Up. Reformer Mounting and Dismounting Potential injuries may occur during the transitions between exercises as clients mount and dismount the Reformer. Proper instruction for exercise set up, mounting and dismounting as per the balance, control and coordination needed for a particular exercise, and for transitions between exercises, is primary to ensuring user success and to mitigate accidents or incidents of concern.
  • Page 9 The Ropes The Rope adjustments and locking mechanisms differ from Working off the Back End Reformer to Reformer. Safe utilization of the ropes require they There are some lovely contemporary exercise opportunities from are installed correctly. For all Reformers except the A2, ensure the back end (riser end) of the Reformer.
  • Page 10 Balanced Body also offers an optional maintenance log that you may fi nd helpful. Please follow recommended maintenance schedules and practices to optimize your Reformer’s performance.

  • Page 11: Safety And Maintenance

    (please place a Pilates mat on the floor next to the Reformer to protect the finish), or stood on end if you » Use the CenterLine Reformer (and Tower) only on a level have transport wheels.
  • Page 12 CenterLine Reformer® Exercises DEFINITION OF EXERCISE SET-UP TERMS Focus: What should be emphasized during exercise. Precautions: Physical conditions that may limit or exclude a Level: The level of expertise needed to undertake exercise. participant. Exercises may need to be modified for people with Reps: How many times the exercise is performed.
  • Page 13 CHARIOT, LEVEL 1 10 reps Springs: 1 – 2 Bar: None Loops: Short Focus » Breath - exhale roll down/inhale roll up or inhale down/exhale » Spinal flexibility » Abdominal strength » Shoulders down » Neck long » Soft hip flexors Precautions Back injuries, neck injuries, hip flexor injuries.
  • Page 14 COORDINATION, LEVEL 2 6 reps Springs: 1 – 2 Bar: None Loops: Regular Headrest: Up Focus » Breath – inhale start, exhale reach, inhale open/close, exhale return » Stable pelvis – imprinted or neutral » Hollow abdominals » Abdominal strength »...
  • Page 15 KNEELING ABDOMINALS, LEVELS 1-2 10 reps Springs: 0 – 2 Bar: None Loops: None Focus » Breath – Exhale as knees pull in/ inhale to return to starting position » Pelvic stability » Abdominal strength » Pelvic stability » Scapular stability Precaution Shoulder, elbow and wrist problems, inability to kneel Starting position, facing straps...
  • Page 16 FEET IN STRAPS, LEVEL 1 Variations: Legs parallel, turned out or turned in Magic circle or ball between the legs 6 reps Set up: 2 springs Bar: Any Loops: Regular Scissors Focus Hips stable, begin with inner thighs together, open legs to sides »...
  • Page 17 LONG BOX - ARM WORK, LEVEL 1 4 – 8 reps Springs: 1 - 2 springs Box: Long Loops: Regular Bar: Low or none Focus » Breath – inhale pull, exhale release » Hip bones to mat » Hollow abdominals »...
  • Page 18 LONG BOX - SWAN, LEVEL 4 4 reps Springs: 2 Box: Long Foot strap Bar: None Focus » Breath – variable » Abdominal lift » Back extension strength » Gluteal and hamstring strength » Shoulders down » Neck long Precautions »...
  • Page 19 PELVIC PRESS, LEVEL 2 6 reps Springs: 2 - 3 Headrest: Down Focus » Breath – exhale up, inhale back, exhale in, inhale roll down » Hamstring and gluteal strengthening » Abdominal hollowing » Pelvic stability » Spinal mobility Precautions »...
  • Page 20 ARM WORK - CONTINUED STANDING, LEVEL 1 - 3 8 reps Springs: 0 - 1 spring Standing platform Serve a tray Focus Sitting facing foot bar, regular loops in hands, elbows bent, reach » Breath – exhale out, inhale in forward, straighten arms, open arms to the side palm up and »...

  • Page 21: Before Beginning Assembly

    How to Assemble the Tower for the Balanced Body® CenterLine® Reformer BEFORE BEGINNING ASSEMBLY 1. Loosen the setscrews in the circular tube receivers with included Allen wrench (see Figure A). These instructions include a parts list. Please use this list to make sure you have all the parts necessary for installation.
  • Page 22 4. Move the sliders on the tubes to the same hole on each tube. 3. Remove shoulder rests from the carriage. If the shoulder rests There are three positions. Make sure they are both in the same are not detachable, the carriage will need to be turned upside position by pulling the knobs outward and moving the slider.
  • Page 23 Tower Exercises Definition of Exercise Set-up Terms Level: The level of expertise needed to undertake exercise. Reps: How many times the exercise is performed. Springs: Number and location of springs on the Tower. Loops: Which loops should be used during exercise.* Focus: What should be emphasized during exercise.
  • Page 24 FEET IN STRAPS, LEVEL 1 6-10 reps Springs: Long springs from middle or high position Loops around arches Focus » Breath - exhale out/inhale in or inhale out/exhale in » Neutral spine » Hollow abdominals » Pelvic stability » Hamstring, adductor and gluteal strength »...
  • Page 25 FEET IN STRAPS SIDELYING – ADDUCTOR PULL, LEVEL 1-3 6-10 reps Springs: Long springs from middle position Loops around arches Focus » Breath - exhale down/inhale » Correct side-lying position (waist up, hips and shoulders in line) » Hollow abdominals »...
  • Page 26 FOOT AND LEGWORK, LEVEL 1 10 reps Springs: 2 long purple springs from the bottom on Push- through Bar Safety strap on Focus » Breath – inhale push, exhale return » Spine to mat or neutral spine » Leg, ankle and foot alignment »...
  • Page 27 SEATED PUSH THROUGH, LEVEL 1 6 reps Springs: 1 short red spring from above on Push-through Bar Focus » Breath – exhale stretch forward, inhale stretch up or reverse » Spinal flexion and extension » Hamstring flexibility » Scapula stability/mobility »...
  • Page 28 CAT, LEVEL 3 4 reps Springs: 2 short springs from above on Push- through Bar Focus » Breath – exhale roll down, inhale to extend out, exhale pull back, inhale uncurl. » Spinal flexibility » Scapula stability/mobility » Abdominal hollowing and lift »...
  • Page 29 CIRCLE SAW, LEVEL 2 4 reps Springs: 2 short yellow springs from above on Push- through Bar Focus » Breath – exhale stretch, inhale to circle out, exhale reach, inhale circle back » Spinal flexibility in rotation » Scapula stability/mobility »...

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