CleverMade TAMARACK - User Manual

TAMARACK CHAIR
INSTRUCTIONS
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Tamarack Chair setup

Summary

Tamarack Chair Components

Seat Assembly

Step 1: Prepare Seat

Lay Seat (A) flat, noting the CleverMade logo. Loosen nuts on the connecting rod.

Step 2: Insert Thin Slats

Place Thin Slats (D) into Seat (A) gaps, aligning top holes with the seat.

Step 3: Attach First Thick Slat

Thread Endcap Screw (F) into Connection Rod (E), then slide on Thick Slat (C).

Step 4: Thread Connection Rod

Thread Connection Rod (E) with Thick Slat (C) through Seat (A) and Thin Slats (D).

Step 5: Attach Last Thick Slat

Slide last Thick Slat (C) onto the rod and hand-tighten Endcap Screw (F).

Attach Back to Seat

Step 6: Position Back

Fan out Back (B), ensuring Thick Slats (C) are on the outside. Loosen nuts.

Step 7: Connect Back to Seat

Hand tighten Endcap Screw (F) to Connection Rod (E) for the back section.

Step 8: Thread Back Planks

Slide Connection Rod (E) through the outer Thick Slat (C) and Back (B) planks.

Step 9: Secure Rods

Hand tighten Endcap Screw (F) to secure the connection rods.

Step 10: Final Tightening

Tighten all Endcap Screws (F) with Allen Wrenches (G) for secure assembly.

Step 11: Add Plugs

Tighten hex bolts and insert Plugs (H) to cover exposed holes on Back (B) and Seat (A).

Step 12: Enjoy Chair

Sit back and enjoy your newly assembled Tamarack Chair.

Overview

1. Function Description
2. Important Technical Specifications
3. Usage Features
4. Maintenance Features

The CleverMade Tamarack Chair is a portable, foldable outdoor chair designed for relaxation and ease of assembly. This manual provides detailed instructions for its setup, highlighting the components and steps required to build the chair.

Function Description:

The Tamarack Chair serves as a comfortable seating solution for outdoor environments. Its design suggests a reclined posture, ideal for lounging. The chair is constructed from multiple wooden slats, forming a seat and a backrest, supported by a sturdy wooden frame. The assembly process involves connecting these slats and frame components using rods, screws, and wrenches, all provided with the product. The chair's design emphasizes portability and straightforward assembly, making it suitable for various outdoor activities such as camping, beach trips, or backyard relaxation.

Important Technical Specifications:

While specific dimensions and weight capacity are not explicitly stated in the provided pages, the components list gives an indication of the chair's construction:

• Main Components: 1 Seat (A) and 1 Back (B).
• Slats: 2 Thick Slats (C) and 10 Thin Slats (D) form the seating and backrest surfaces.
• Connection System: 2 Connection Rods (E) are central to holding the slats and frame together.
• Fasteners: 6 Endcap Screws (F) and 6 Plugs (H) are used for securing connections and covering exposed holes, respectively.
• Tools: 2 Allen Wrenches (G) and 2 Hex Wrenches (I) are supplied for assembly. These tools are specifically designed for the fasteners used, ensuring proper tightening without over-stressing the wooden components. The manual explicitly warns against using power tools, indicating a preference for manual, controlled tightening to prevent damage.

Usage Features:

The Tamarack Chair is designed for user-friendly assembly and comfortable use.

• Assembly Process: The manual breaks down the assembly into distinct steps, starting with laying out the seat, inserting slats, threading connection rods, and finally attaching the back to the seat. Each step is accompanied by visual aids and specific instructions.
• Slats and Rods: The chair's construction relies on a system of slats threaded onto connection rods. The "push up on previous slat" technique described in step 4 suggests a design that allows for slight flexibility during assembly to align holes.
• Secure Connections: The use of Endcap Screws and Plugs ensures that all connections are not only secure but also aesthetically pleasing, with plugs covering exposed screw holes for a clean finish.
• Portability (Inferred): Although not explicitly stated, the modular nature of the chair's components and the relatively simple assembly process suggest that it can be disassembled for transport and storage, enhancing its portability. The "CleverMade" brand name often implies smart, space-saving, or portable solutions.
• Ergonomic Design (Inferred): The image of the fully assembled chair shows a reclined backrest and a slightly angled seat, which typically contributes to a comfortable, relaxed sitting posture.

Maintenance Features:

The manual provides implicit guidance on maintenance through its assembly instructions and warnings.

• Tool Usage: The emphasis on using only the provided hand tools (Allen Wrenches and Hex Wrenches) and the warning against power tools are crucial for preventing damage to the wooden components and fasteners. This suggests that proper tightening, without overtightening, is key to the chair's longevity.
• Tightening Instructions: Instructions like "Hand tighten 1 Endcap Screw (F)" and "tighten all Endcap Screws (F) with both Allen Wrenches (G) - one to secure and one to tighten" highlight the importance of proper fastening. The use of two wrenches for tightening implies a counter-torque method to ensure secure connections without stripping screws or damaging the wood.
• Material Care (Inferred): As the chair is made of wood, it is likely that standard wood care practices would apply, such as protecting it from prolonged exposure to harsh weather conditions (rain, direct sun) to prevent warping, fading, or rot. While not detailed in this excerpt, this is a common consideration for outdoor wooden furniture.
• Component Replacement (Inferred): The provision of "extra" Endcap Screws (F) and Plugs (H) suggests that these small components might be prone to loss or damage, and having spares facilitates minor repairs or replacements, extending the chair's usable life.

In summary, the CleverMade Tamarack Chair is a thoughtfully designed outdoor seating solution, prioritizing ease of assembly, secure construction, and a comfortable user experience, with implicit considerations for maintenance through its assembly guidelines.

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