Belnick Mesh Swivel Task Chair

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Overview

Function Description
Important Technical Specifications
Warranty Specifications
Warranty Exclusions
Usage Features
Maintenance Features
Assembly Process (Overview)
Safety Warnings

This document provides assembly instructions and warranty information for a Mesh Swivel Task Chair, identified by various model numbers including BT-698-BK-GG, BT-698-DKPINK-GG, BT-698-GY-GG, BT-698-LTORNG-GG, and BT-698-RYLBL-GG. The chair is designed for general office or home use, offering a comfortable and adjustable seating solution.

Function Description:

The Mesh Swivel Task Chair is a piece of office furniture designed to provide ergonomic support and mobility. Its primary function is to offer a comfortable seating experience for tasks that require sitting for extended periods. The swivel feature allows for easy rotation, providing flexibility and access to different areas without needing to reposition the entire chair. The casters enable smooth movement across various floor surfaces, enhancing user convenience and productivity. The gas lift cylinder allows for height adjustment, accommodating users of different heights and desk configurations. The backrest and seat plate are designed to provide support, with the backrest offering mesh material for breathability and comfort.

Important Technical Specifications:

The chair's components include:

Casters (Part 1): Five individual casters for mobility.
Base (Part 2): A five-star base that provides stability and supports the casters.
Gas Lift Cylinder (Part 3): A pneumatic cylinder for height adjustment.
Cylinder Cover (Part 4): A cover for the gas lift cylinder.
Seat Plate (Part 5): The mechanism that connects the seat to the gas lift and allows for various adjustments.
Seat (Part 6): The main seating surface.
Back (Part 7): The backrest of the chair, likely featuring a mesh design.
Connector Bar (Part 8): A bar that connects the backrest to the seat plate.
Screws (Part 9, 10, 11a, 11b): Various screws of different lengths (short and long) for assembly.
Bracket Set (Part 12a, 12b): Brackets and knobs for securing the backrest and seat.
Allen Wrench (Part 13): A tool provided for assembly.

Warranty Specifications:

The product comes with a comprehensive warranty covering manufacturing defects under normal usage conditions:

Non-moving metal parts: Warranted for 5 years.
Component parts (pneumatic cylinder, control mechanism, base, casters): Warranted for 2 years.
All other items: Warranted for 1 year.

Normal usage is defined as use in compliance with product-specific restrictions and weight limits. If no specific limits are provided, normal usage implies use for no more than forty hours per week by persons weighing 250 lbs. or less. The warranty terminates if the product is sold or transferred and is voided by repairs made by unauthorized parties.

Warranty Exclusions:

The warranty does not cover:

Labor, freight, or damage from misuse, abuse, negligence, alteration, assembly, installation, attachments, accident, vandalism, acts of nature, or any other event beyond Belnick's control.
Tearing, scratching, scuffing, or blemishing of leather or fabric.
Cosmetic damage resulting from normal usage.
Damage attributable to use by persons exceeding specified weight limits or commercial use exceeding forty hours per week.
Rust or other damage caused by exposure to moisture.
The user assumes all risk of injury from product use. Liability for incidental or consequential damage is excluded, though some states may not allow this exclusion.

Usage Features:

Swivel Functionality: Allows the user to rotate the chair 360 degrees, providing flexibility and ease of movement within the workspace.
Caster Wheels: Equipped with five casters for smooth and effortless mobility across various floor types, reducing strain when moving around a desk or workstation.
Gas Lift Height Adjustment: Features a pneumatic cylinder (Gas Lift Cylinder, Part 3) for easy and precise adjustment of the chair's height, allowing users to customize their seating position to match their desk height and personal preferences.
Adjustable Backrest: The backrest is connected via a connector bar and bracket set, allowing for secure attachment and potentially some degree of recline or tilt, though specific adjustment mechanisms for the backrest are not detailed beyond its attachment.
Comfortable Seating: The seat and mesh back are designed to offer comfort during prolonged use, with the mesh material promoting airflow to prevent heat buildup.

Maintenance Features:

Secure Assembly: The instructions emphasize tightening all components securely before use to prevent personal injury and ensure the chair's stability. Regular checks of tightened components are implicitly recommended to maintain safety and structural integrity.
Soft Surface Assembly: Users are advised to assemble the chair on a soft surface to prevent scratching the product or its components, which helps maintain its aesthetic condition.
Careful Unpacking: Caution is given against using sharp objects to open plastic-wrapped components to avoid damage to the product, ensuring all parts remain intact for assembly and use.
Tipping Restraint Warning: Although not explicitly a maintenance feature, the warning about tipping restraint hardware (if included) highlights the importance of proper installation to prevent serious injuries. This implies that users should ensure any such hardware is correctly installed and maintained, especially if the chair is used in conjunction with other furniture that might pose a tipping risk.
Regular Cleaning: While not explicitly stated, the nature of office furniture suggests that regular cleaning of the mesh, seat, and base components would be necessary to maintain hygiene and appearance. The warranty's exclusion of cosmetic damage from normal usage implies that users are responsible for routine care to prevent such issues.
Component Replacement: The detailed list of parts suggests that individual components could potentially be replaced if damaged, though specific instructions for ordering replacement parts are not provided in this document. The warranty covers manufacturing defects, implying that defective parts would be replaced within the warranty period.

Assembly Process (Overview):

The assembly process is broken down into six steps:

Insert Casters into Base: The five casters (Part 1) are inserted into the 5-star base (Part 2).
Install Gas Lift: The Gas Lift Cylinder (Part 3) is placed into the 5-star base, and the Cylinder Cover (Part 4) is placed over the gas lift.
Attach Seat Plate to Seat: The Seat Plate (Part 5) is attached to the underside of the Seat (Part 6) using short screws (Part 9).
Attach Back to Seat Plate: The Back (Part 7) is attached to the Seat Plate (Part 5) using the Connector Bar (Part 8), long screws (Part 10), and bracket set (Part 11a/b). The knob (Part 12b) is used to secure the back.
Connect Seat Assembly to Gas Lift: The assembled seat and seat plate are placed onto the Gas Lift Cylinder, pushing down firmly to attach.
Final Tightening: Ensure all screws are securely tightened for stability and safety.

Safety Warnings:

Choking Hazard: Small parts are present, requiring adult assembly.
No Climbing: Children should not be allowed to climb on the furniture to prevent tipping.
Tipping Restraint: If included, tipping restraint hardware must be installed to prevent serious injuries. If not included, anti-tip safety wall straps suitable for the unit's weight and wall materials should be purchased and installed. This chair is designed to be permanently attached to the wall to prevent tipping.

The document emphasizes the importance of contacting customer service for any product questions or issues before requesting a return, highlighting a commitment to customer satisfaction.