SAFETY & USAGE
Tower Trainer
™
Owner’s Manual
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IMPORTANT!
This manual contains important assembly, safety and
warranty information. Read the manual carefully
before using your new equipment and keep the
manual on hand for future reference.
UNSAFE OR IMPROPER USE OF THIS EQUIPMENT
BY FAILING TO READ AND COMPLY WITH ALL
REQUIREMENTS AND WARNINGS COULD RESULT
IN SERIOUS INJURY.
It is impossible to predict every situation and
condition that can occur while using this equipment.
Merrithew
™
makes no representation about the
safe use of any exercise equipment that cannot be
predicted or avoided.
PLEASE DO NOT ATTEMPT TO ASSEMBLE ON YOUR
OWN. SOME OF THESE STEPS REQUIRE TWO PEOPLE.
PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY
BEFORE BEGINNING ASSEMBLY.
Merrithew recommends cautious assembly and
usage and wishes you many hours of safe and
effective exercise.
User Guidelines
Pilates equipment when used effectively can faciliate many
Pilates exercises safely and effectively. However, care and caution
must be taken as there are some inherent dangers when using
any exercise equipment — especially when spring resistance
is involved.
The Trainer comes equipped with a full compliment of
springs, straps and a safety chain. The springs can be attached
to various locations on the frame, or on the straps hooked
around the sliding bar. Be sure your spring clips are completely
closed and secure.
For inexperienced or first-time users, this equipment
should only be used under the supervision of a
trained professional.
Please ensure that you and your clients/patients have
received proper instruction regarding the correct and safe
use of this equipment.
This manual includes general guidelines for setup and usage.
To get the most out of this equipment, Merrithew offers
instructional DVDs and manuals. Personalized training is offered
through our Host, Licensed and Corporate Training Centers.
Visit
merrithew.com
for more information.
CAUTION
IMPROPER USE OF EXERCISE EQUIPMENT MAY CAUSE SERIOUS BODILY INJURY.
TO REDUCE RISK, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING:
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The Tower Trainer
™
must be used under the supervision
of a trained professional.
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Before starting any exercise program, consult a physician.
Stop exercising immediately if you experience chest pain,
feel faint, have difficulty breathing or experience discomfort.
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Before using equipment, read and follow the safety
instructions in this manual and obtain thorough instruction
from a qualified trainer. Use equipment for intended
exercises only.
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Do not use if equipment appears worn, broken or damaged.
Do not attempt to repair equipment yourself without
contacting Merrithew.
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Do not wear loose clothing while using the Tower Trainer.
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Set up and operate the Tower Trainer on a solid level
surface. Do not position the Tower Trainer on loose rugs or
uneven surfaces.
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Make sure that adequate space is available for access to
and around the Tower Trainer.
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Ensure the equipment is properly adjusted for your size
and ability level.
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When springs are used, ensure spring clips are fully closed
at both ends of springs. A spring clip that is only half closed
risks coming undone and detaching with high force.
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When using the push-thru bar with spring from below,
locking spring clips must be used to attach to the frame or
uprights, and the safety chain must be attached.
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When using the push-thru bar, a trained professional must
keep a hand on the bar at all times.
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Ensure that the Main Frame is secured properly on the
Base Frame with the locking knobs before using the
Tower Trainer.
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Always make sure that the Dowel Holder is adjusted to the
same height with Spring Pins in parallel holes in Uprights.
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Always choose the workout which best fits your physical
strength and flexibility level. Know your limits and train
within them. Always use common sense when exercising.
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Be careful to maintain your balance while using, mounting,
dismounting or assembling the Tower Trainer, loss of balance
may result in a fall and serious injury.
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The Tower Trainer should not be used by persons weighing
over 250 lbs (113 kgs).
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The Tower Trainer should be used by only one person at a
time. Do not allow children to use or be around equipment
without adult supervision.
WARNING: As with any athletic activity, the use of
exercise equipment involves risk of injury, damage
and/or death.
By choosing to use Merrithew equipment, you and/or
your clients/patients assume responsibility for that risk,
not the people who sell, distribute and/or manufacture
this equipment.
