Reformer Owner’s Manual
8
Mechanical Safety Check
Proper maintenance and timely replacement of your equipment or component parts is your responsibility.
Conduct a regular inspection of the following:
Daily
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Clean rails with a damp cloth using water only.
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Ensure carriage stopper is fully inserted in one of the
six positions at all times.
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Ensure shoulder rests are fully inserted on carriage.
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Ensure footbar is securely fastened.
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Ensure chrome adjuster bar is securely seated in cradle.
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Inspect retractable rope system to confirm ropes are in position
and threaded bolts of the cleats and pulley blocks are secure.
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Clean all upholstery after each use, using a soft cloth and
gentle cleanser.
Weekly
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Ensure all nylon locknuts, spring bolts and spring balls are
securely fastened.
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Ensure feet are securely attached with the flat side facing
towards the floor.
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Ensure footbar and chrome adjuster bar are securely fastened.
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Ensure pulley post star knobs are securely tightened.
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Inspect for excessive wear and replace rollers as needed.
Sit on the carriage and test rollers, listening for any thumping
or grinding – the ride should be quiet and whisper smooth.
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Inspect all springs for wear and damage and replace
immediately as needed.
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Check all hex bolts on the Reformer’s two vertical frame
receptacles are tight and the vertical frame is securely anchored
(if applicable).
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Inspect Traveling Pulleys to ensure threaded bolts of the
Pulley Blocks are secure. Test to confirm the plunger button
is locking securely into the vertical frame.
Monthly
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Check ropes and straps for wear and replace as necessary.
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Check that spring bolts and spring balls are securely fastened.
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Check all spring clips to ensure proper fastening.
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Check wear on star knobs threads and replace as necessary.
Yearly
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Replace all spring clips.
Every Two Years
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Replace all springs.
Care and Cleaning
Wipe vinyl surfaces with a mixture of water and tea tree
oil, a natural disinfectant. Add 1 tsp of tea tree oil to a 1 L
or 1 quart spray bottle of water. A mixture of mild soap
and water may be used to remove more persistent dirt.
Ensure cleaner does not leave an oily residue, or make
surfaces slippery.
CAUTION:
Chemical-based cleansers used around
Reformer feet may cause permanent marking on floors.
The warranty does not cover this damage. We highly
recommend avoiding chemical-based products and suggest
placing a non-slip mat under the machine. Clean channels,
rails and rollers daily with a damp cloth. Avoid spraying
liquid directly onto surfaces. Never use oil lubricants as
they may damage rollers.
SAFETY & USAGE
IMPORTANT
Replace all springs every 24 months and spring clips
every 12 months, or as needed within that period.
FAILURE TO PERFORM RECOMMENDED SAFETY
CHECKS, OR USING EQUIPMENT WITH IMPROPERLY
ADJUSTED, BROKEN OR WORN PARTS, COULD RESULT
IN SERIOUS BODILY INJURY.
