Life Fitness Peak Pilates Reformer User Manual

Owners Manual

Reformer and Deluxe Models

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: About the Peak PilateSystem .........................................................................................1

Safety Statement .............................................................................................................................2

Proper Use .................................................................................................................................2

Specific Operating Warnings ....................................................................................................2

Warranty .........................................................................................................................................3

Contact Information ........................................................................................................................4

Service and Warranty ................................................................................................................4

Functional and Operational Questions ......................................................................................5

Chapter 2: Getting Started ................................................................................................................7

Specifications ..................................................................................................................................7

Glossary of Parts .............................................................................................................................8

Reformer Model ..............................................................................................................................8

Deluxe Model .................................................................................................................................9

Mat Mode ........................................................................................................................................9

Recommended Use .......................................................................................................................10

Chapter 3: Unpacking and Assembling the Peak PilateSystem ...................................................11

Identifying the Package Contents .................................................................................................11

Unpacking and Assembling the Peak PilateSystem .....................................................................13

Unpacking the Machine and Parts ..........................................................................................13

Unfolding the Machine ...........................................................................................................16

Assembling the Riser Cap (Reformer Model only) ................................................................18

Assembling the Tower (Deluxe Model only) .........................................................................19

Assembling the Leg Springs (Deluxe Model only) ................................................................19

Assembling the Arm Springs (Deluxe Model only) ...............................................................20

Assembling the Push Through Bar Spring (Deluxe Model only) ...........................................20

Assembling the Safety Chain (Deluxe Model only) ...............................................................20

Assembling the Ropes ............................................................................................................21

Assembling the Short Box Foot Strap Assembly ...................................................................22

Chapter 4: Operating the Peak PilateSystem .................................................................................23

Folding the Peak PilateSystem .....................................................................................................23

Unfolding the Peak PilateSystem .................................................................................................25

Adjusting the Footbar ...................................................................................................................27

Attaching the Reformer Springs ...................................................................................................28

Adjusting the Gear Change Bar ....................................................................................................28

Adjusting the Head Rest ...............................................................................................................29

Adjusting the Risers ......................................................................................................................30

Installing the Jump Board (If Available) ......................................................................................30

Installing the Long/Short Box .......................................................................................................30

Converting to the Mat (If Available) ..........................................................................................

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Chapter 5: Using the Peak PilateSystem ........................................................................................35

Exercise 1: Mat – Roll Up ............................................................................................................35

Set Up ......................................................................................................................................35

Execution ................................................................................................................................36

Exercise 2: Reformer – The Hundred ...........................................................................................37

Set Up ......................................................................................................................................37

Execution .................................................................................................................................37

Exercise 3: Reformer – Long Stretch Series – Elephant ...............................................................38

Set Up ......................................................................................................................................38

Execution .................................................................................................................................38

Exercise 4: Reformer – Short Box Series – Tree-Front Only .......................................................40

Set Up ......................................................................................................................................40

Execution .................................................................................................................................40

Exercise 5: Cadillac – Monkey .....................................................................................................42

Set Up ......................................................................................................................................42

Execution .................................................................................................................................43

Exercise 6: Cadillac – Chest Expansion .......................................................................................44

Set Up ......................................................................................................................................44

Execution .................................................................................................................................44

Chapter 6: Maintaining the Peak PilateSystem .............................................................................45

Inspect ...........................................................................................................................................45

Clean .............................................................................................................................................46

Replace ..........................................................................................................................................46

Replacement Parts .........................................................................................................................47

ii Table of Contents

Chapter 1: About the Peak PilateSystem

Thank you for purchasing the Peak PilateSystem (PPS). Available in two models, Deluxe and
Reformer, the PPS is the most versatile and innovative (patent pending) piece of portable Pilates
equipment you can buy. The PPS Deluxe model combines three essential pieces of equipment, the
Reformer, Cadillac (Tower End) and Mat, into one compact, space saving unit. The Reformer model
is the only portable piece of Pilates equipment that can be easily upgraded to include all of the
features of the Deluxe, 3-in-1model without sacrificing its portability. Requiring only one person,
both models easily fold and roll for storage without removing any parts. The PPS machines are
constructed of the highest quality, commercial grade materials and are engineered for utmost
performance and durability. They require little maintenance and will provide you with years of
satisfied use.

Peak Pilates (the leading choice of experienced Pilates professionals) and Life Fitness (the largest
manufacturer of fitness equipment found in health clubs world wide) have created an unprecedented
strategic partnership for global distribution of the Peak PilateSystem. If you have purchased your PPS
from Life Fitness, please contact your service representative for service or warranty issues. If you
have purchased your PPS from Peak Pilates, please contact its customer service department with
questions. For assistance with instructor training, program design or technical support, please contact
Peak Pilates or Life Fitness (see pages 4-5).

This manual provides valuable information concerning the safe and proper use of your PPS machine.
The entire guide should be read before beginning any exercise. All manufacturer’s recommendations,
cautions and/or warnings must be adhered to at all times. Failure to adhere to the content provided in
this manual could lead to damage to your machine and/or injury to you or your clients.

The remainder of this chapter will provide safety and contact information should your machine
require service or should you need to ask functional questions. Subsequent chapters include machine
specifications and basic recommendations for use (Chapter 2: Getting Started), unpacking and
assembling instructions (Chapter 3: Unpacking and Assembling the Peak PilateSystem), operating the
machine (Chapter 4: Operating the Peak PilateSystem), examples of basic patterns of Pilates exercise
(Chapter 5: Using the Peak PilateSystem) and maintenance and common replacement parts (Chapter
6: Maintaining the Peak PilateSystem). If, at any time, you have questions concerning any part of this
manual please contact us using the information found on pages 4 and 5.

We strongly advise that the PPS be used only by or under the supervision of a Certified Pilates
Instructor. Peak Pilates offers Education Programs and can provide training leading to certification.
Visit the Peak Pilates website at www .peakpilates.com or call 303.998.1531 for more information.

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Safety Statement

It is the sole responsibility of the purchaser of Life Fitness and Peak Pilates products to instruct all
individuals, whether they are end users or supervising personnel, on proper use of the equipment.

Inspect the machine, including the springs, ropes, clips and straps, before use. Do not exercise on the
machine if signs of excessive wear or other defects are evident. Do not attempt to fix a defective
machine. Instead, notify Life Fitness or Peak Pilates immediately.

Do not remove labels for any reason. They contain important information. If the labels are illegible or
missing, contact your service representative for replacements.

We recommend that all users of Life Fitness and Peak Pilates exercise equipment be informed of the
following information prior to use.

Proper Use

1. This equipment is only to be used as described by the manufacturer. It is imperative that the Peak
PilateSystem be used properly to avoid injury.

2. Use only components provided by the manufacturer . Do not use parts or accessories or modify the
machine in any way not approved by Peak Pilates or Life Fitness.

3. Keep a three foot area (about one meter) around the equipment clear of any obstructions.

4. Make sure that the machine is used on a level surface.

5. Make sure that the path is clear of obstacles prior to ro lling the ma chine . Do not roll the machine
on an incline.

6. Do not attempt to fold or roll the machine on thick pile or heavily padded carpet.

Specific Operating Warnings

1. Keep your body and loose items, such as clothing, hair, and jewelry, away from moving parts.
Keep your body and all other items clear of the hinge when unfolding the machine.

2. Always keep one hand on the Lift Handle and the other hand on the Release Knob when
unfolding the machine.

3. Be certain that the Gear Change Bar Locating Pins, Footbar Support Bar, Riser Pull Pins, Push
Through Bar Quick Release Pins and Head Rest Support Block (as required for any specific
training pattern) are fully and properly engaged before starting any exercise on this machine. If
you are not sure how to verify proper engagement, seek assistance.

4. Be certain that all Double Ended Clips, Safety Links and Snap Clips (as required for any specific
training pattern) are properly locked before starting to exercise.

5. Always make sure that the Head End Locking mechanism is engaged before beginning to
exercise. If you are not sure how to verify proper engagement, seek assistance.

6. Do not tip the machine on its side during operation.

7. Children must not be allowed near this machine. Supervise teenagers or physically challenged
persons.

2 About the Peak PilateSystem

8. It is the purchaser's sole responsibility to instruct end users and supervising personnel on the

proper operating procedures of the Peak PilateSystem. We strongly recommend that the end
user's physical condition be evaluated prior to beginning any exercise program.

Note: Understanding each and every warning to the fullest is critical. If any of these warnings are
unclear, ask for clarification from Life Fitness or Peak Pilates personnel.

Warranty

Congratulations on the purchase of your new Peak PilateSystem Reformer or Deluxe machine. We
warrant this machine to be free of manufacturing defects. Any parts that are repaired or replaced
under the terms of this agreement will be warranted for the remainder of the term of the original
warranty.

This product carries a five year limited warranty on the frame structural components, rails and tower
extrusions, effective as of the invoice date of the original purchase.

All other components, with the exception of the upholstery, ropes and straps, are covered by a two
year limited warranty effective as of the invoice date of the original purchase. If a failure due to
workmanship and/or materials occurs, we will, at our discretion, repair or replace the defective
components. Upholstery, ropes and straps are warranted against defects in workmanship and/or
materials for 60 days effective as of the invoice date of the original purchase.

This warranty refers to the Peak PilateSystem Reformer and Deluxe models and covers material only .
It remains in effect only under the following conditions:

1. This machine is not modified in any way.

2. The machine is only used as specified in this manual and in accordance with generally accepted

Pilates exercise practices. Accidents, abuse, misuse or improper service will not be covered under
the provisions of this warranty.

This warranty only applies to the original purchaser of the equipment and is not transferable. All
claims must be made within the relevant warranty period specified above. Warranties outside the U.S.
may vary.

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Contact Information

Service and Warranty

If the Peak PilateSystem was purchased from Life Fitness:

Life Fitness Corporate Headquarters

10601 West Belmont Avenue

Franklin Park, Illinois 60131 • U.S.A.

(+1) 847.288.3300 · FAX: [phone]

(+1) 800.735.3867 (Toll-free within U.S.A., Canada)

International Offices

Life Fitness Asia Pacific Ltd. Life Fitness Europe GMBH

Room 2610, Miramar Tower Siemensstrasse 3
132 Nathan Road 85716 Unterschleissheim
Tsimshatsui, Kowloon Germany
Hong Kong (+49) 89.31 77 51.0
(+852) 2891.6677 Fax: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Life Fitness Atlantic BV Life Fitness Italia S.R.L.
Life Fitness Benelex Via San Pieretto

Bijdorpplein 25-31 37010 AFFI (Verona)
2992 LB Barendrecht Italy
The Netherlands (+39) 045.7238204
(+31) 180.646.666 Fax: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Life Fitness Benelux NV Life Fitness Latin America and

Parc Industriel de Petit-Rechain Caribbean
4800 Verviers 10601 West Belmont Avenue
Belgium Franklin Park, Illinois 60131
(+32) 87.300.942 U.S.A.
Fax: [phone] (+1) 847.288.3300

Fax:(+ 1) 847.288.3762

Life Fitness Do Brazil Life Fitness UK Ltd.

Av. Dr. Dib Sauaia Neto 1478 Queen Adelaide
Alphaville, Barueri, SP Ely, Cambs CB7 4UB
06465-140 United Kingdom
Brazil (+44) 1.353.666 017
(+55) 11.4193.8282 Fax: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

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Life Fitness Austria Life Fitness Japan

Vertriebs GmbH Nippon Brunswick Bldg., #8F
Hintschiggasse 1 5-27-7 Sendagaya
1100 Vienna Shibuya-Ku, Tokyo
Austria Japan 151-0051
(+43) 1.61 57 198 (+81) 3.3359.4309
Fax: [phone] Fax: [phone]

Life Fitness Iberia

Poi. Ind. Moli dels Frares. c/C, n° 12
08620 Sant Vicenç dels Horts (Barcelona)
España
(+34) 93.672.4660
Fax: [phone]

If the Peak PilateSystem was purchased from Peak Pilates:

Peak Pilates

4865 Riverbend Road, Suite 200

Boulder, Colorado 80301• U.S.A.

303.998-1531 (Worldwide)

(+1) 800.925.3674 (North America)

Fax: [phone]

Functional and Operational Questions

(Questions relating to machine use and not to service or parts)

Peak Pilates

4865 Riverbend Road, Suite 200

Boulder, Colorado 80301• U.S.A.

303.998-1531 (Worldwide)

(+1) 800.925.3674 (North America)

Fax: [phone]

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Chapter 2: Getting Started

Specifications

Reformer Deluxe

Weight 307 pounds (138.1 kg) 341 pounds (138.1 kg)
Folded:

Length
Width
Height

Unfolded:

Length
Width

Carriage Height 15.5 inches (39.4 cm) 15.5 inches (39.4 cm)
Other:

Riser Cap Height 35.5 inches (90.2 cm)
Tower Assembly Height 76.5 inches (194.3 cm)
Required Folding Effort Less than 25 pounds (11.4 kg) Less than 25 pounds (11.4 kg)
Maximum User Weight 300 pounds (135 kg) 300 pounds (135 kg)

25.5 inches (64.8 cm)

29.0 inches (73.7 cm)

55.0 inches (139.7 cm)

102.5 inches (260.4 cm)

29.5 inches (75.0 cm)

25.5 inches (64.8 cm)

29.0 inches (73.7 cm)

76.5 inches (193.0 cm)

102.5 inches (260.4 cm)

29.5 inches (75.0 cm)

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Glossary of Parts

The following is a list of the major components of the Peak PilateSystem. The numbers indicate
where they are located in the following three figures. Many other parts are shown and described in
other sections of the manual.

1. Riser Cap

2. Folding Bumper

3. Riser Assemblies

4. Foot End Rail

5. Shoulder Pad Post

6. Release Knob

7. Lift Handle

8. Head End Rail

9. Eye Bolt for the Exercises Using Arm Spring

10. Quick Release Pin for Push Through Bar

11. Push Through Bar

12. Head Rest

13. Lock Strap

14. Reformer Springs

15. Footbar

16. Footbar Support Bar

17. Standing Platform

18. Gear Change Bar

19. Foot End Base

20. Carriage

21. Shoulder Pad

22. Leveling Glide

23. Head End Base

24. Lock Knob

25. Push Through Bar Spring

26. Riser Assembly

27. Roll Down Bar

28. Arm Spring

29. Leg Spring Assembly (including Foot Loop)

30. Tower Assembly

31. Eye Bolts for the Exercises Using Leg
Spring

32. Head End Mat

33. Foot End Mat

Reformer Model

1

Head

End

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3

2

Left

8

7

5

6

4

Foot
End

Right

Deluxe Model

30

9

10

29

Head

End

25

Mat Mode

28

27

26

24

23

Right

22

11

21

12

Left

20

13

14

15

16

17

Foot

End

18
19

31

Left

32

Head

End

33

Foot

Right

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End

Recommended Use

Life Fitness and Peak Pilates strongly recommend consulting a physician for a complete medical
exam before beginning any exercise program. Having a complete medical exam is particularly
important if the user has a family history of high blood pressure, has heart disease, is over the age of
45, smokes, has high cholesterol, is obese, or has not exercised regularly in the past year.

If, at any time while exercising, the user experiences faintness, dizziness, pain, or shortness of breath,
he or she must stop immediately.

Important: This manual contains important safety and usage information. Before beginning
exercise, read this entire manual, paying specific attention to all cautions and warnings, and obtain
qualified instruction on the use of the Peak PilateSystem. Use only for intended exercise. Do not
modify the machine. Keep this manual handy for future reference.

Unsafe or improper use of this equipment due to failure to read and comply with all requirements and
warnings could result in serious injury. Because Life Fitness and Peak Pilates cannot anticipate every
situation and condition which can occur while using the Peak PilateSystem, they make no
representation concerning the safety of this equipment.

There are risks associated with the use of any exercise equipment. The user assumes the responsibility
for those risks.

10 Getting Started

Chapter 3: Unpacking and Assembling the Peak PilateSystem

Identifying the Package Contents

Important: Do not use any sharp cutting tools when unpacking the Peak PilateSystem! Doing so can

damage this equipment.

When you open the packaging you will find the following items:

Package Contents

Description

Peak PilateSystem
Base Machine

Tower Assembly with Push
Through Bar, Quick Release
Pins, and Storage Strap

Riser Cap 804-300 1

Screw - M6 x 35 mm 804-021 8

Plastic Trim 804-041 2

Part

Number

800-000 1

804-000 1

Quantity

Reformer

Model

Deluxe

Model

√√

√

√

√√

√

Neoprene Handle 830-200 2

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Package Contents

Description

Roll Down Bar 830-300 1

Short Box Foot Strap
Assembly (with 2 Safety Links)

Leg Spring Assembly
(each with 2 Double Ended
Clips) (444 mm (21.4 in) long)

Arm Spring Assembly
(each with 2 Double Ended
Clips) (544 mm (17.5 in) long)

Push Through Bar Spring
Assembly (with 1 Snap Clip,
1 Safety Link, and Cover)

Part

Number

830-400 1

830-100 2

830-800 2

830-700 1

Quantity

Reformer

Model

Deluxe

Model

√

√√

√

√

√

Safety Chain Assembly
(with 2 Safety Links)

Foot Loop 830-110 2

Rope Assembly
(with Double Ended
Clip)

Jump Board 800-500 1

830-600 1

830-500 2

√

√√

√√

√

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Package Contents

Description

Long/Short Box 810-000 1

Non-Slip Pad 830-007 1

Mat Set (2 mats) 806-000 1

Part

Number

Quantity

Unpacking and Assembling the Peak PilateSystem

Note: You will need a 5 mm Allen wrench to assemble the equipment.

Reformer

Model

Deluxe

Model

√√

√√

√

Unpacking the Machine and Parts

To unpack the machine:

1. Cut the banding and remove the box lid.
2a. For the Reformer model lift and remove the Riser Cap from the box.

OR

2b. For the Deluxe model lift and pull the Tower

Assembly (also called Tower) out of its cardboard
sleeves.

Note: All photos show unpacking the Deluxe model.

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