to stANd:
It is absolutely critical that the Allegro footbar be set
and locked in the correct position for standing storage.
If possible, use two people when standing an Allegro on
end
.
All Allegros can be stored on end, including Allegros
with and without legs, and Allegros with Towers.
Check for overhead clearance. An Allegro requires
approximately 93 inches of vertical clearance. Lower
the Tower frame onto the carriage (see instructions for
folding Tower).
Move and lock the Footbar into the holes closest to the
foot-end of the carriage frame. This is the position
furthest from the carriage. Be sure that the Footbar
plunger pins securely lock into the frame holes.
Raise the Footbar to its highest position by squeezing
both height adjustment levers. Be sure that the Footbar
lever pins drop securely into the highest holes on the plate.
The Footbar is now locked in its longest and highest position.
Double-check the Footbar position and ceiling height.
Using two people, lift the head-end of the Allegro frame to waist height.
Then raise the frame to vertical. Use your foot to steady the wheeled end
of the frame as you lift to vertical. Do not lift the Allegro by holding the
Tower frame.
The vertical Allegro will come to rest on a platform created by the Footbar
and the transport wheels of the carriage frame.
AddItIoNAl Items
Bungee with Hooks for Tower
Use the short bungee cord with hooks to secure the Push-through Bar at
the top of the frame when not in use or when folding the Tower.
Leg and Arm Springs
The Tower is equipped with:
Two (2) yellow springs
Two (2) red springs
Two (2) long purple springs (often called “leg springs”, equivalent to long
blue springs)
Two (2) single loop hand/foot straps
Roll Down Bar (Part# RD6013)
The Roll Down Bar is included for additional exercises. Attach to the
Tower using two springs of the same length and resistance.
NOTE: When using the Roll Down Bar, secure the Push-through Bar to the
top of the Tower using the bungee cord.
Allegro Vertical Storage Strap
For additional safety, Balanced Body offers a Vertical Storage Strap, which
fastens the Allegro Tower to a wall.
If you have any questions about installation and assembly, please call
1-800-PILATES (1-800-745-2837) or 001-916-388-2838 (International)
FoldINg, movINg ANd stANdINg AN Allegro tower
NOTE: Always exercise caution when moving, lifting or storing an Allegro
or an Allegro Tower. Use proper lifting technique to avoid injury. The
Tower increases the weight of the Allegro and can be awkward to lift. It is
recommended that two people move and stand an Allegro Tower.
The Tower can be folded onto the Allegro for storage and space conservation
(see Figure 10).
to Fold:
Remove all Tower springs.
Secure the Push-Through Bar to the top of the Tower with the bungee cord.
Remove mat conversion pad. Move the carriage to the Footbar end of the
frame and attach all carriage springs to spring hooks.
loosen the following knobs (1-2 turns):
Large black middle knobs (pivot bolt knobs).
Large black lower knobs (support bolt knobs).
Standing at the end of the Tower, firmly grasp both sides of the Tower frame.
Place one foot on Allegro frame end for stability. Lift the Tower frame
vertically so that the bottom of the Tower frame clears the lower support
bolts.
Take one step forward into the frame, lowering the Tower onto the carriage.
Tighten pivot bolt knobs.
Check that there are no springs, eyebolts, or sharp/pointed parts resting on
or denting the carriage pad.
to move:
Stand at the head-end of the Allegro (Tower-end) facing the Tower and
carriage.
Grasp the Allegro frame firmly with two hands. Be sure to lift with your
hands on the Allegro frame, not on the Tower frame.
Using your legs, lift the frame to waist level.
Roll the Allegro to the desired location using the transport wheels at the
foot-end of the carriage frame.
NOTE: Raising the Allegro Tower to a more vertical position increases its
maneuverability. Please exercise caution when lifting the frame above
waist height. Use two people if possible. Beware of ceiling height, light
fixtures, low doorways and exit signs. Doorways are usually too narrow to
roll through, requiring the Allegro to be turned on its side.
Figure 10
A. Lift
B. Tilt
toward
frame
D. Lower
C. Make sure Tower
is clear of this
fastener
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