PILATES REFORMER GYM MACHINE FSPLTSPWRGM
SAFETY & WARNINGS WARNING: You and others can be seriously injured or killed if warnings on the equipment, in this owner's manual and video are not followed. 1. Before starting this or any other exercise program, consult your physician. Your physician should assist you in determining the target heart rate zone appropriate for your age and physical condition. Certain exercise programs or types of equipment may not be appropriate for all people.
To prevent injuries, keep this and all fitness equipment out of the reach of children. Follow these simple rules: 11. • Keep children out of rooms where you have your exercise equipment. • Store exercise equipment in a room that can be locked. • Know exactly where your children are when you workout. • If you have small children at home, don’t wear headphones while you work out. • Talk to your kids about the dangers of exercise equipment.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Pulley Arm Assembly Handle Assembly Glideboard Assembly Footrest Bar Assembly Small Hitch Pin 6. 7. 8. 9. Push Up Bar w/ Grips & Hitch Pins Knob Tension Cord (1, 2, 3, 4) Height Adjustment Bar 10. Base Frame Assembly 11. Transport Handle 12. Large Hitch Pin 13. Headrest Base 14. Headrest 15.
COMPONENTS LIST Height Adjustment Bar Push Up Bar w/Grips & Hitch Pins Foot Rest Bar Assembly Base Frame Assembly Glideboard Assembly
GETTING STARTED Occasionally our products contain components that are pre-lubricated at the factory. We recommend that you protect flooring, or anything else the parts may contact, with newspaper or cloth. NOTE: All location references, such as front, rear, left or right, made in these instructions are from the user standing behind the Headrest and facing the Foot Rest Bar Assembly. FRONT Foot Rest Bar Assembly Knob Knob REAR Fig. 1a 1a. Remove the knobs from compartment in styrofoam packaging.
Pulley Arm Assemblies Large Hitch Pin Large Hitch Pin Fig. 1b 1b. Remove the pins from the pulley arm assemblies. Lift the pulley arm assembly to an upright position as shown in Fig 1b. Replace the large hitch pins. Make sure large hitch pins are fully inserted and stay in place. Push Up Bar Assembly Small Hitch Pin Foot Rest Bar Assembly Small Hitch Pin Fig. 1c 1c.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION Glideboard Adjustments The Glideboard allows you to vary the intensity of your workout by using 3 different height adjustments to move the Glideboard from a flat position to more challenging inclines. There are a total of 16 different Tension Cord positions that will allow you to customize the resistance on your Fortis Pilates Reformer Gym Machine to your exact fitness level.
Tension Cord Adjustments The Tension Cords allow you to vary the intensity of your workout by inserting or removing any combination of the four Tension Cords. There are 16 possible Tension Cord tension combinations that can be used to customize the resistance to your individual fitness level. When used with the 3 Glideboard settings, you have 48 possible resistance settings.
Handle and Foot Strap Assembly Attachments Either the Handles or the Foot Strap Assemblies can be attached to the Cables in the Pulley Arm Assembly on either side of the Headrest, depending on the exercise. Attach the Handles by clipping one to the end of each Cable, through the Clip at the end of the Position Ball. Make sure that the Clip at the end of each Cable is closed before using the Handles (See FIG. E). To release the Handles, open the Clip by pressing one side and slide the Handle off of the Clip.
Headrest Adjustment There are two positions for the Headrest, flat and raised. The Headrest is in the flat position when unit is first received. To move Headrest to raised position stand at the rear of the unit, lift the Headrest and push Headrest away from you letting the bracket slide into place. To move the Headrest from a raised position, lift Headrest, pull it towards you then set down the Headrest so it lies flat.
Foot Rest Bar Settings The Foot Rest Bar has 2 position settings: Standard Upright Position: This is a recommended position for users up to approximately 5’8” tall. Position the Foot Rest Bar Assembly upright and fully insert Knob and tighten down the Headrest so it lies flat. Insert Knob here for standard Upright Position Tilted Position: This position is recommended for users approximately 5’8” or taller. Position the Foot Rest Bar Assembly away from the Glideboard and fully insert and tighten the Knob.
SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions will differ based on your selected setup. The follow are approximate figures: Length 1422 mm (56”) Width 381 mm (15”) Height Lowered 521 mm (20.5”) Height Raised 711 mm (28”) Product Weight Approx.
CLEANING & CARE Your Fortis Pilates Reformer Gym Machine has been carefully designed to require minimum maintenance. To ensure this, we recommend that you do the following: Caring for Your Unit Keep your unit clean. Wipe sweat, dust or other residue off the Frame, Glideboard, Foot Rest and Handles with a soft, clean cloth after each use.
MOVING & STORAGE Store your unit after use. The Fortis Pilates Reformer Gym Machine measures 34.29 cm high and 38.1 cm wide when the foot and headrests are lowered and is versatile to store when it is not in use. It can be stored on its side, behind a couch, or placed underneath a table or bed that is over 35.56 cm high. To prepare the Fortis Pilates Reformer Gym Machine for storage, first pull the hitch pins (Fig.
The Fortis Pilates Reformer Gym Machine unit may be stored on its side. This unit is NOT SECURED and could easily roll out from the wall which could cause damage or injury. DO NOT store unit in an up-right position.
TROUBLESHOOTING Is the Fortis Pilates Reformer Gym Machine suitable for use if 6’3” (192cm) or taller? There is an adjustment you can make to the foot bar which gives users an extra 5” of length on the glide board. See under “Foot Rest Bar Settings” under the “Tilted Position” which is recommended for users 5’8” or taller. The pulley system has too much slack, or is not functioning properly.
EXERCISE GUIDELINES IMPORTANT – Please review this section before you begin exercising. Warnings: If you are over 35 and have been inactive for several years, you should consult your physician, who may or may not recommend a graded exercise test. Your physician can also assist you in determining the Target Heart Rate Zone appropriate for your age and physical condition.
Cool Down and Stretching Every workout should be followed by a cool down. The cool down should consist of 5 to 10 minutes of easy exercise, followed by stretching. Refer to the stretches found on pages 14 and 15 of this manual. Never push yourself beyond a point of gentle tension on the muscle being stretched. Keep your movements relaxed, rhythmic and controlled. When to Exercise The hour just before the evening meal is a popular time for exercise.
1. Adopt a specific plan and write it down. 2. Keep setting realistic goals as you go along, and remind yourself of them often. 3. Keep a log to record your progress and make sure to keep it up-to-date. See charts in this booklet. 4. Include weight and/or percent body fat measures in your log. Extra pounds can easily creep back. 5. Enlist the support and company of your family and friends. 6. Update others on your successes. 7.
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