Merrithew STOTT PILATES SPX Manual Del Propietário página 18

Optional Reformer Accessories
PADDED PLATFORM EXTENDER
Extends the wooden standing platform to
accommodate a variety of exercises, providing
added comfort and safety. Can also be used
on the carriage to bring the pelvis and spine
to a neutral position when sitting.
Remove footstrap (if applicable) and
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lower footbar completely.
Place desired springs in gearbar.
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Place padded platform extender on rails ensuring
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it is firmly in place against wooden standing
platform and does not move.
Gripper mats may be used.
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GETTING ON THE REFORMER
Before getting on, ensure that at least
STOP!
one spring is securely attached to the gearbar!
Standing or Kneeling Positions
The carriage is a moving platform. Special attention
must be paid to maintain balance and stability,
especially when performing kneeling or
standing exercises.
Ensure that one or more springs are engaged
1
in the gearbar to secure the carriage.
Step with one foot onto carriage – a gripper mat
2
may be used to prevent slipping.
[Gripper mat not supplied, see replacement parts,
page 10].
Place other foot on the wooden standing platform.
3
NEVER stand with both feet on
wooden standing platform.
GRIPPER MATS
Versatile non-slip mats are handy to increase
traction and prevent slipping or sliding
(see image above for example of usage).
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MAT CONVERTER
Adding a mat converter creates a safe,
stable surface for matwork.
Installing the Mat Converter
Remove footstrap (if applicable).
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Place footbar down and disconnect springs.
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Slide carriage back against pulleybars, ensuring
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ropes are wrapped out of the way.
Insert mat converter ensuring it is pressed
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completely into place.
ACCESSORY BOARDS
Optional accessory boards can be added to
SPX Reformers to further increase exercise options.
Jumpboard and Cardio-Tramp
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and aerobic exercises.
Rotational Diskboard ™
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and external rotation.
Rotational Diskboard Deluxe
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range and asymmetrical movements when
working in controlled rotation.
Soft footbar accommodates sensitive feet.
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Installing Accessory Boards
Lower footbar to lowest position.
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Insert accessory board into receptacles in wooden
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standing platform and ensure it slides down fully.
Tighten star knobs located under
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wooden standing platform.
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for controlled internal
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