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Recommended Use

Peak Pilates® strongly recommends 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 feels faintness, dizziness, pain, or shortness of breath, he or she must stop immediately.

Important: This manual contains important safety and usage information. Before beginning to exercise, read the entire manual
paying specific attention to all cautions and warnings, and obtain qualified instruction on the use of the Peak Pilates ® MVe ®
Reformer and Tower. Use only for the intended exercises. Do not modify the machine in any way. Modifying the machine will nullify your warranty. Keep this guide handy for future reference.

WARNING: Unsafe or improper use of this equipment resulting from failure to read and comply with all requirements and warnings could result in serious injury. Because Peak Pilates ® cannot anticipate every situation and condition that can occur
while using the MVA ® Reformer and Tower, we make no representation concerning the safety of this equipment.
There are risks associated with the use of any exercise equipment. The user assumes all responsibility for those risks.

Safety Statement

It is the responsibility of the purchaser of the products to instruct all individuals, whether they are end-users or supervising
personnel, on the proper use of the equipment.

Inspect the machine including all structural and mechanical components, hardware, springs, and accessories before use. Do not
exercise on the machine if signs of excessive wear, loose hardware, or other defects are evident. Do not attempt to fix a defective
machine. Instead, notify 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.

NOTE: We strongly recommend that all users of Peak Pilates ® exercise equipment be informed of the following information prior to use:

Proper Use

Proper Use
This equipment is only to be used as described by the manufacturer. It is imperative that the MVA ® Reformer with Tower be used
properly to avoid injury or damage to the unit. 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 ®. Keep a three-foot area (about one meter) around
the equipment clear of obstructions. Make sure the machine is used on a level surface.

Specific Operating Warnings

• Verify that no gaps between the coils or other defects are evident in the Springs. If any defects are seen, the Spring/Springs
  Be certain that all hardware is fully tightened before beginning to exercise.

• must be immediately replaced. Verify that no tears or excessive wear are evident in the ropes, foot strap, or double loops. If excessive wear is evident, the

• ropes, strap, or loops must be immediately replaced.

Specific Operating Warnings (continued)

• Do not tip the machine during use.
• Children must not be allowed near this machine. Teenagers and/or physically challenged individuals require supervision.
• Verify that all adjustable components are properly engaged in the exercise and not the storage positions before beginning to exercise.

It is the purchaser’s sole responsibility to instruct end-users and supervising personnel on the proper operating procedures of the
MVA ® Reformer with Tower.
We strongly recommend that the end user’s physical condition be evaluated by a physician prior to beginning any exercise program.
NOTE: Understanding each and every warning to the fullest is critical. If any of these warnings are unclear, contact Peak Pilates for clarification.

Warranty

Congratulations on the purchase of your MVA ® Reformer Tower Kit. Peak Pilates ® warrants this accessory 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 warranty becomes effective on the invoice date of the original purchase and extends to the time limits indicated below: This product carries a two-year limited warranty on the Tower structural components.
All other components, with the exception of the upholstery, straps, and loops, are covered by a one-year limited warranty. If a failure due to workmanship and/or materials occurs, we will, at our discretion, repair or replace the defective components.
Upholstery, straps, and loops are warranted against defects in workmanship and/or materials for 60 days. This warranty refers to the Peak Pilates ® MVe ® Reformer Tower Kit and covers materials only. It remains in effect only under the following conditions:
This machine is not modified in any way. The machine is only used as specified in the 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 this equipment and is not transferable. All claims must be made within the relevant warranty period specified above. Warranty claims made outside the U.S. may vary.

Tower Conversion Kit Components

Mats

A) Foot End Mat
B) Head End Mat

Hardware Packs

Connector Tube Hardware Pack

A) 8mm x 80mm long Button Head Cap Screw (Qty: 8)
B) 8mm x 50mm long Button Head Cap Screw (Qty: 2)
C) 8mm x 30mm long Button Head Cap Screw (Qty: 2)
D) 8mm Hex Nut (Qty: 8)
E) 8mm Washer (Qty: 20)

Tower Mounting Hardware Pack

A) 8mm x 30mm long Button Head Cap Screw (Qty: 8)
B) 08mm Washer (Qty: 8)
C) Black, plastic plug (Qty: 2)

Retrofit t Kit Additional Components

1. Head End Cross Member
2. Head End Leg

Tools Included

1. Combination Tool

2 Phillips Screwdriver

13mm Wrench
17mm Wrench
2.6mm Allen Wrench
(Note: Only used for retrofi t)
3.5mm Allen Wrench

Assembly

1. .mounting brackets for the MVA Tower. If so, proceed from step 2 below. If not, skip to the section titled: “MVe Tower Retrofit Procedures”. Check to see whether the unit you have includes the
2. .13mm open-end wrench. Tools required: 5mm Allen Wrench and pliers or 13mm open-end wrench. Using (4) 8mm x 80mm long Button Head Cap Screws, (2) 8mm x 50mm long Button Head Cap Screws, (10) 8mm washers, and (4) 8mm nuts, assemble the (2) Lower Tower Connecting Tubes to the Head End Leg as shown. Do not fully tighten the fasteners at this point.
3. Tools required: Same as Step 2. Using (4) 8mm x 80mm long Button Head Cap Screws, (2) 8mm x 30mm long Button Head Cap Screws, (10) 8mm washers and (4) 8mm nuts, assemble the 2 Upper Tower Connecting Tubes to the brackets located under the Head End Cross Member as shown. Do not fully tighten the fasteners at this point.
4. place such that the Tower Mounting Plate butts against the exposed ends of the Connecting Tubes. The side of the Tower with five eyebolts faces towards the center of the unit. With the help of an assistant, lift the Tower and
5. Tools required: 5mm Allen Wrench Using (8) 8mm x 30mm long Button Head Cap Screws and (8) 8mm washers, fasten the Mounting Plate to the ends of the Connecting Tubes.
6. Fully tighten all fasteners.
7. the Pull Pins and completely withdraw the original Risers. If you have not already done so, fully retract each of

Assembly (continued)

8. the holes in the Head End Wood once the Risers are removed. Push one of the provided black plugs into each of

9. Risers and through the Rope Cleats. Excess Rope can be dropped in the holes located immediately in front of the Cleats.
Route the Ropes through the Pulleys on the Tower

10. Assembling the Springs:

a. springs included in the Kit. Attach a double-ended clip to each end of each Spring. Subsequently, clip a Foot Loop to one of the double-ended clips as shown Leg Springs: The Leg Springs are the longest
b. in diameter and are attached to the Roll Down Bar (the round, wooden bar with eyebolts at each end). Attach a double-ended clip to each end of each Spring. Subsequently, attach the Roll Down Bar as shown. The Leg and Arm Springs are typically stored on eyebolts located on the backside of the Tower. However, they can be stored in any convenient location. Arm Springs: The Arm Springs are the smallest

Assembly (continued)

c. Push Through Bar (PTB) Spring is similar to the Reformer Springs in length and diameter but is distinguished by having a closed loop at each end. The PTB Spring includes a vinyl sleeve to protect the unit from being abraded. Push Through Bar Spring and Safety Chain: The

I. Snap Clip with Thumb Screw to the opposite end of the PTB Spring. Hook a Safety Link to one end and a Quick
ii. the accompanying photo. The PTB Spring can be stored as shown in
iii. of its Safety Links to an eye bolt located on the Pole System top cross tube and the other Link to the loop on the Push Through
Bar. The Safety Chain is stored by hooking one

Note: The Safety Links come pre-assembled to the Safety Chain.

MVe® Tower Retrofit Procedures

1. Remove the ropes from the MVA Reformer and place them on the side. Withdraw the Pull Pin for the Risers and completely remove the Riser/Pulley Assembly from the machine. Note: The old Risers will no longer be used.
   

2. Place the Gear Bar and Gear Block (older units do not have a separate Gear Block) in Position (-1) and the Foot Bar in its highest location. Make sure that at least the center spring is attached.

3. With the help of an assistant, tip the Reformer on its side and allow it to come to rest against the Foot Bar.

4. Removing/Replacing the Head End Leg:
a. While the assistant continues to hold the unit, using a 5 mm Allen Wrench, unscrew and remove all 8 screws securing the Leg to the Frame. Tool Required: 5mm Allen Wrench
b. the new Leg with welded Brackets. The Leg is symmetric so does not need to be specifically oriented. Note that the new Leg no longer requires the Stacking Bumpers. Using the original screws, replace the old with
c. Snug but do not fully tighten the 8 screws.

5. Looking inside, locate and remove the three wood screws that are used to assemble the plastic Head End Cap to the Frame.
Tool required: #2 Phillips Head Screwdriver

6. back to its upright position. With the help of an assistant, place the machine
7. and 6mm Allen Wrench Removing/Replacing the Head End Cross Member: Tools required: 17 mm Open End Wrench or Pliers 
a. hold the flats of the Shaft, loosen and remove both of the assembly screws for the Telescoping Lift Handle with a 6 mm Allen Wrench. Using a 17mm Open End Wrench or Pliers to
b. Completely withdraw the Lift Handle.
c. Remove the plastic end cap.

Note: The wood and plastic will have to be lifted slightly to be able to remove the end cap. Remove the plastic end cap.

d. The Head End Cross Member is assembled using three screws on each of its Mounting Flanges. Locate all 6 screws. The screws identified as ‘A’ in the accompanying illustration need to be completely removed. The screws marked as ‘B’ only need to be loosened. Tools required: 5mm Allen Wrench
e. Rails. Slide the Cross Member out of the aluminum
f. Member in making sure that the slots in the Cross Member Flange engage both of the mounting screws remaining on each side.
Noting the orientation, slide the new Cross g. tighten all screws. Replace the third screw on each side. Fully h. End Leg to the Rails (previously left loose per step 4c). Tighten all 8 screws used to assemble the Head
I. making sure that the wood is properly seated. If the tabs located on the top of the left and right corners of the plastic get caught on the Cross Member or Rail, pry up with a screwdriver and slide the end cap in until the wood is fully seated. Slide the plastic end cap back over the rails j. End Cap to the frame. Start all three screws then go back and tighten (see Step 5). Replace the three screws used to fasten the
k. the flats, hold the Shaft for the Lift Handle (see photo 7a) while replacing the assembly screws. Start both screws and then fully tighten using the 6mm Allen Wrench. Verify that the Handle slides in and out without binding. Using a 17mm Open End Wrench or Pliers on
8. Instructions above. Continue from Step 2 of the MVA Tower Assembly

Operating the MVe ® Reformer Tower

Adjusting the Risers

The Risers have 12 scaled positions and 1 storage position. The Riser positions are scaled so both Risers can be easily adjusted to the same height.

To adjust the Risers:

1. the desired position. Pull the Riser Pull Pin and move the Riser up or down to
2.  Release the Riser Pull Pin to lock.
3. Set the Riser on the other side of the machine to the same position.

To store the Risers:

1. Flip the pulleys 90 degrees from their normal position  The pulleys will then face towards the center of the unit.
2.  Retract the Pull Pins and drop the Risers as far down as it will go. They will rest on the telescoping Lift Handle.

Caution: Make sure that the Riser Pull Pin is fully engaged before beginning any exercises.

Converting to Mat—with or without Tower

The Mat Set includes two mats, one for the head end of the machine and one for the foot end. The Foot End Mat is identified by the Foot Strap included at one of its ends. MVA Reformers have been manufactured using one of two types of Gear Bars. The earlier units incorporated a Gear Bar that was oblong in shape and is called a no revision machine. The Gear Bar on the newer units is round and is called a Rev 1 or Rev 2 machine. After completing steps numbered 1 and 2 below, all users of Rev 1 or Rev 2 machines should go to either Step 3 (with Tower) or 4 (no Tower). All users with a no revision machine should go to either Step 5 (with Tower) or Step 6 (without Tower).

To convert to Mat:
1. fold the Pads to the Carriage. Pull the Release Levers for the Shoulder Pads and

2. and roll the Carriage toward the Head End of the machine. Remove the Reformer Springs from the Gear Bar
3. Tower: Rev 1 or Rev 2 (round Gear Bar), with Tower:
a. Place the Gear Bar and Gear Block in negative gear (position (-1)).
b. Fold the Foot Bar so it rests on the Gear Block Positioning Plate and the Gear Bar Support Bar so its hooks rest on the Foot Bar as shown.

c. Fulleys face toward the center of the unit). Flip the Pulleys into the storage position (the
d. below the wood platform. They will rest on the telescoping Lift Handle. Pull-on the Riser Pull Pin and lower the Risers
e. Skip to Step 7.

4. Rev 1 or Rev 2 (round Gear Bar), without Tower:
a. Follow Steps 3(a) and 3(b) above
b. drop the Risers into the well of the unit. Retract the Pull Pins, completely remove, and
c. Skip to Step 7.

5. No Rev units (oblong Gear Bar), with Tower
a. Place the Gear Bar in position 3.
b. the Foot Bar Support Bar in the opposite direction so it also rests on the Gear Bar as shown (same position as is used for
stacking). Fold the Foot Bar down onto the Gear Bar and
c. Follow Steps 3(c), (d), and (e).

6. No Rev units (oblong Gear Bar), without Tower:
g. Place the Gear Bar in position 3 (see 5(a)).
h. the Foot Bar Support Bar in the opposite direction so it also rests on the Gear Bar as shown (the same position as is used for stacking—see

5 (b)). Fold the Foot Bar down onto the Gear Bar and
I. drop the Risers into the well of the unit (see 4b). Retract the Pull Pins, completely remove, and j. Skip to Step 7.

7. Place the mat with the Foot Strap (Foot End Mat)  onto the rails at the Foot End of the machine. Make sure that the Strap is exposed and rests on the Foot End plastic cap. Push the mat as far towards the foot end of the machine as possible. Place the mat with the Foot Strap (Foot End Mat)

8. until it contacts the Carriage Stop located on the underside of the Foot End Mat. Roll the Carriage toward the foot end of the unit

9. against the Foot End Mat. You may have to slightly compress the foam between the Head and Foot End Mats to be sure that the Head End Mat is properly seated on the rails. Caution: Verify that the Mats are properly seated on the Rails before beginning any exercises. Place the Head End Mat onto the rails butted 

Maintaining the MVA ® Reformer and Tower

You have purchased a high-quality piece of equipment that is constructed of the finest components and materials. Proper care
requires only a small, but the very important investment of time in a routine maintenance program. Maintenance procedures follow the same guidelines provided in your original MVe Reformer manual.

Inspect:

Overall Machine: We highly recommend that you visually inspect the machine daily.

Springs: Even with extensive pre-testing and rigorous quality inspections, the possibility of spring failure exists. In addition,
severe nicks or abrasions may develop as a result of misuse and could lead to premature spring breakage. Not replacing springs
in a timely manner could also lead to failure. While breakage or deformation of spring and the resulting potential for injury is
a remote possibility, a daily inspection is critical. If at any time, a gap between coils of spring becomes evident, that spring
needs to be replaced immediately.
The springs are zinc plated to prevent rust or corrosion from perspiration, condensation, and/or humidity. Minor variations in the
the brightness of the finish is the result of different plating batches and does not affect the performance of the springs.
Tracking System: The shielded bearings in the Carriage Wheels are permanently lubricated and require no further service. You
should inspect the Axles every two months. Remove any debris that might be entwined between the Wheels and Carriage Frame
and tighten the Axles if any Wheel “play” is evident.
Hardware: All hardware should be checked every 2 months to make sure that every nut, bolt, and fastener is secure.

Clean:

Framework: The framework and wood components should be cleaned with a mild, soapy solution. Good furniture polish can
also be used on wood platforms.

Upholstery: We recommend wiping down your vinyl upholstery with a mild cleaning solution after each use. For example, a solution of 1 part Simple Green and 12 parts water in a spray bottle can be used.

Tracking System: The tracks upon which your Carriage rides are powder-coated to inhibit the build-up of aluminum oxide. Clean

them on an “as needed” basis using a warm, mild soapy water solution and dry thoroughly with a soft cloth.
Replace:

Springs: All Springs must be replaced each year. Any spring that exhibits early signs of fatigue (for example, separation in coils)
needs to be replaced immediately.
Ropes: You may experience some minor “fraying” in the Rope. Fraying is completely normal and to be expected. Any Ropes that
exhibit excess fraying, tear, or otherwise fail need to be replaced immediately. Double Loops, Safety Clips, and so on can wear
over time. Replace them as required.
WARNING: Verify that any person(s) making adjustments, performing maintenance, or making repairs of any kind is qualified to do so.

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