17. Accessories for your F1 reformer
If you have not already purchased them the following accessories may be of interest to enhance your
F1 Reformer. To see the complete range of Align-Pilates apparatus & a complete range of Pilates Studio
equipment & mat work accessories please visit www.Align-Pilates.com
16. Basic Reformer & Exercise Safety
If you are not familiar with using a Pilates reformer we suggest you seek advice from a qualified Pilates pro-
fessional in order to learn how to get the most out of your reformer and to cover the basic safety aspects
of using this type of equipment. A number of companies also offer short safety induction courses.
1) Pilates is about smooth and controlled movement, when performing exercises try to prevent the car-
riage from slamming in to the carriage stop and do not allow springs to recoil in an uncontrolled
manner as this will damage the spring and shorten its life.
2) Secure the carriage with at least one spring when your Reformer is not in use, Do not get on the car-
riage when there are no springs attached unless you deliberately want to do this.
3) When standing on the reformer always put your first foot on the standing platform and then the other on
the carriage. When getting off the reformer from standing take your foot off the carriage first and then step
down off the standing platform
4) Use your reformer is as clear a space as possible, the side of reformer should be at least a meter away
from the wall in order to allow enough room for leg rotation with feet in straps.
5) When using a reformer less is often more, remember that when performing certain exercises less spring
resistance makes the exercise more challenging.
6) Before starting any exercise program, consult a physician.
7) Before using the equipment, read and follow instructions in the safety manual and obtain thorough
instruction from a Qualified Trainer.
8) Use equipment only for intended exercises.
9) Stop exercising if you experience chest pain, feel faint, have difficulty breathing or experience muscu-
loskeletal discomfort.
10) Keep clothing, body and hair free from all moving parts.
11) Do not use if equipment appears worn, broken or damaged. Do not attempt to repair equipment
yourself.
12) Do not allow children to use or be around equipment without adult supervision.
c) Now tilt the reformer on its right hand side and using an 8mm spanner
slacken the locking nuts (Fig 23) on each of the adjustable side wheels, then
screw in or out allen Bolt 2 (Fig 23) so that the adjustable side wheel stops
approximately 2mm from the edge of the runner. Holding the allen bolt in
position with an allen key retighten the locking nut 2. Then tighten the al-
len bolt 1 and as before tighten the locking nut. Repeat the process for the
other side wheel.
d) Lower the reformer, ensuring it is level and then with NO springs attached gently move the car-
riage for the full length of the frame and back, ensuring you push it from a central position so as
to keep it in line, now attach a pair of springs and check that the bed is running smoothly with no
squeaking, additional fine tuning may be necessary to achieve optimal performance.
4) Check the wheels and bearings are not damaged. If damaged replace.
Fig.23
F1 Jump Board
Sitting Box & Foot Strap
Neck Pillow
