It may be necessary to adjust the reformer's side wheels to achieve optimal carriage performance.
Tools:
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10mm open-end wrench (or 10mm socket and ratchet)
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4mm allen wrench
Preparation:
- The springs and shoulder rests are removed from the carriage
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The carriage is removed from the reformer frame and placed upside down on a clean padded surface to protect the upholstery from damage
Video Tutorial:
Removal:
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Insert the 4mm allen wrench key into the head of the black M6 bolt located in the center of the wheel. |
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Using the 10mm wrench, grip the M6 nut underneath the bracket that the wheel is mounted to. |
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Turn the allen wrench counterclockwise until the nut is completely loosened and removed from the bolt. |
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Remove the wheel, bolt and washers from the bracket. |
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Insert the bolt through the bearing in the wheel. DO NOT install a washer between the bolt head and the bearing. |
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Install 3 washers on the bolt and slide up next to the wheel bearing. |
SideWheel Adjustment
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Insert the wheel, bolt and washer assembly into one of the other 4 holes in the bracket. A. If the carriage is too tight between the rails (ie. all 4 wheels in constant contact with the side rails) choose a hole closer to the centerline of the carriage. B. If the carriage is too loose (ie. too much side - side travel of carriage between the side rails) choose a hole further away from the centerline of the carriage. |
***The updated mounting bracket now has 5 hole positions instead of the original 3 shown in this document. The ‘as shipped’ position is the middle or 3rd hole in the bracket. This leaves 2 adjustment positions in both directions to either increase or decrease the amount of side - side travel of the carriage. Ideally the wheels should be adjusted slightly narrower than the space between the rails to allow free movement of the carriage.***
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Install a washer and the nut as shown in Figure 1. Thread the nut on by hand until you feel it stop turning. |
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Using the allen wrench and open end wrench tighten the nut and bolt firmly. |
Repeat for the other side wheels.
Note: It is highly recommended that each side wheel is mounted in the same hole position to keep the carriage centered on the reformer.
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Remove the wheel, bolt and washers from the bracket. |
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Insert the bolt through the bearing in the wheel. DO NOT install a washer between the bolt head and the bearing. |
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Install 3 washers on the bolt and slide up next to the wheel bearing. |
SideWheel Adjustment
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Insert the wheel, bolt and washer assembly into one of the other 4 holes in the bracket. A. If the carriage is too tight between the rails (ie. all 4 wheels in constant contact with the side rails) choose a hole closer to the centerline of the carriage. B. If the carriage is too loose (ie. too much side - side travel of carriage between the side rails) choose a hole further away from the centerline of the carriage. |
***The updated mounting bracket now has 5 hole positions instead of the original 3 shown in this document. The ‘as shipped’ position is the middle or 3rd hole in the bracket. This leaves 2 adjustment positions in both directions to either increase or decrease the amount of side - side travel of the carriage. Ideally the wheels should be adjusted slightly narrower than the space between the rails to allow free movement of the carriage.***
![](https://support.flexiapilates.com/hs-fs/hubfs/image-png-Jun-11-2024-07-14-43-2701-PM.png?width=640&height=480&name=image-png-Jun-11-2024-07-14-43-2701-PM.png)
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Install a washer and the nut as shown in Figure 1. Thread the nut on by hand until you feel it stop turning. |
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Using the allen wrench and open end wrench tighten the nut and bolt firmly. |
Repeat for the other side wheels.
Note: It is highly recommended that each side wheel is mounted in the same hole position to keep the carriage centered on the reformer.