ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS
by Chair Model (using most common chair configurations)
Refer to your bill of sale/receipt or contact LIFEFORM® with your serial number to confirm the type of control mechanism on your chair.
- Alt-X
- Balance Basic 5694
- Balance Deluxe 5694
- Brezza Basic & Deluxe 180
- Brezza Worksmart
- Contour 250
- Essentials Ultimate Executive 2390 & 2490
- Legacy 900 Executive
- Lifestyles Basic & Deluxe 8694
- Palisades Mid Back and Mesh Back
- Palisades Task-It Mid Back and Mesh Back
- Saddle 200
- Ultimate Executive 2390 & 2490
- Useful Links
Alt-X
Note: All locations are referred to as if sitting in the chair.
ARMREST ADJUSTMENT
Height and Width Adjustable Arms: Allows arm height and width adjustment. LIft finger pull on outside of the arm bracket, then pull the arm upwards to raise the arms or push down to lower. Loosen handwheels fastening the arm brackets under the seat. Pull or push armrests in or out. Tighten handwheels when desired location is achieved.
Arm Pad Adjustment:
- Swivel: Rotate inward: Press the exterior of the arm pad. Rotate outward: Press the interior.
- Slide: Adjust the arm pad by pressing it forward or backward to your preferred position.
Always make sure your arm pads are pushed completely outward before sitting down in your chair. Not doing so may result in damage. Keep fingers away from all moving parts.
BACK HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
Back Height Adjustment: While seated, you can modify the backrest’s height for optimal support. To Adjust: To set your preferred height, gently lift the backrest. If you wish to reset, elevate the backrest to its highest point; it will then lower automatically. Push down firmly until a click is heard to restart the adjustment cycle.
CONTROL MECHANISM ADJUSTMENT
Type: Synchro Tilt – LP11
Tilt Lock: Allows users to freely rock forward, backward or lock the chair into one of five preset positions. Anti-kick back feature prevents sudden release. The adjustment knob is located on the left hand side, on the main portion of the paddle. *Note this paddle is shared with the Seat Slider Adjustment. The Seat Slider is activated by the main portion of the paddle, whereas Tilt Lock is adjusted by the very end portion of the paddle. To Lock: Bring the backrest to the desired position using your body weight and, with the left hand, rotate knob forwards. To Unlock: With the left hand, rotate the knob backwards and lean backwards slightly to unlock the tilt using your body weight.
Seat Height Adjustment: Adjust your seat height using the middle lever on the left hand side. To Raise: Ensure the seat is unoccupied, then lift the middle paddle on the right. The seat will ascend either until the paddle is released or it achieves its highest position. To Lower: While seated, simply lift the middle paddle. The seat will descend until the paddle is released or the lowest point is reached.
Seat Slider Function: Allows users to adjust the seat depth as preferred or for multi-user situations. The lever is located on the left hand side, on the main portion of the paddle. *Note this paddle is shared with the Tilt Lock Adjustment. The Seat Slider is activated by the main portion of the paddle, whereas Tilt Lock is adjusted by the very end portion of the paddle. To Adjust: Hold the lever upward to unlock the Seat Slider. Pull the seat forward or rearward to increase or decrease the seat depth. Release the paddle at the desired position to lock.
Quick Adjust Tilt Tension Control: Allows users to adjust the ease of recline dramatically within a few turns. The adjustment knob is located on the right hand side, on the end portion of the paddle. *Note this paddle is shared with the Seat Height Adjustment. The Seat Height is activated by the main portion of the paddle, whereas Tilt Tension is adjusted by the very end portion of the paddle. To Adjust: This mechanism features a quick adjust function – meaning it rapidly increases/decreases tension in just a few turns for you. Turn the knob on the end of the paddle to fine tune the tension amount to your preference. Turning the knob clockwise or counterclockwise increases or decreases the amount of Tilt Tension.
360º Rotation: Your LIFEFORM® chair smoothly spins a full circle. Simply use your feet to guide the rotation.
LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT
This model features our Responsive Lumbar feature, which automatically adjusts to your body as you recline and move in the chair, providing constant support.
Balance Basic 5694
Note: All locations are referred to as if sitting in the chair.
Watch a video on how to adjust this chair.
ARMREST ADJUSTMENT
Height and Width Adjustable Arms: Allows arm height and width adjustment. LIft finger pull on outside of the arm bracket, then pull the arm upwards to raise the arms or push down to lower. Loosen handwheels fastening the arm brackets under the seat. Pull or push armrests in or out. Tighten handwheels when desired location is achieved.
Arm Pad Adjustment:
- Swivel: Rotate inward: Press the exterior of the arm pad. Rotate outward: Press the interior.
- Slide: Adjust the arm pad by pressing it forward or backward to your preferred position.
Always make sure your arm pads are pushed completely outward before sitting down in your chair. Not doing so may result in damage. Keep fingers away from all moving parts.
BACK HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
While seated, you can modify the backrest’s height for optimal support. To set your preferred height, gently lift the backrest. If you wish to reset, elevate the backrest to its highest point; it will then lower automatically. Push down firmly until a click is heard to restart the adjustment cycle.
Back Height Adjustment: While seated, you can modify the backrest’s height for optimal support. To set your preferred height, gently lift the backrest. If you wish to reset, elevate the backrest to its highest point; it will then lower automatically. Push down firmly until a click is heard to restart the adjustment cycle.
CONTROL MECHANISM ADJUSTMENT
Type: Center Tilt (MFR/MFSS)
Forward Tilt Lockout: This feature enables or disables the Forward Tilt functionality.
The Forward Tilt Function permits the chair to tilt forward, helping users find a comfortable working angle that promotes good circulation and alleviates pressure on the legs and thighs. You’ll find its control, the paddle/handle, positioned at the frontmost part of the chair mechanism. To Adjust: Lean back in the chair to easily rotate the lockout handle clockwise, activating the forward tilt. This function is indexed, letting you select your preferred tilt degree. To disable the forward tilt, simply reverse these steps.
Tilt Lock: This feature offers users the flexibility to either rock the chair freely in a forward or backward direction or to lock it in a specific, comfortable position. The control for this, the tilt lock lever, is found at the front right of the mechanism. To Lock/Unlock: By lifting the paddle upwards, you enable the chair’s free-floating mode. Conversely, pushing the paddle downwards secures the chair in your chosen position.
Seat Height Adjustment: Adjust your seat height using the second paddle located on the right side towards the rear.
To Raise: Ensure the seat is unoccupied, then lift the middle paddle on the right. The seat will ascend either until the paddle is released or it achieves its highest position. To Lower: While seated, simply lift the middle paddle. The seat will descend until the paddle is released or the lowest point is reached.
Back Angle Adjustment: Modify the backrest angle to your comfort while seated.
To Adjust: The backrest can freely float. Simply lift the back angle paddle to activate this feature. Push the paddle down to lock the backrest at your preferred angle.
Tilt Tension Control: Adjust your chair’s recline resistance using the Tilt Tension Handle on the mechanism’s left side. To Adjust: Twist the handle either clockwise to tighten or counter-clockwise to loosen the tension. Remember, adjustments are only possible when the Tilt Lock Paddle is in the unlocked position.
OPTIONAL Seat Slider Control: Adjust your seat’s depth for personal comfort or multi-user scenarios using the paddle on the mechanism’s left side. To Adjust: To modify the seat depth, lift the paddle to unlock, slide the seat forward or backward, and then release the paddle to lock it in the chosen position.
360º Rotation: Your LIFEFORM® chair smoothly spins a full circle. Simply use your feet to guide the rotation.
OPTIONAL LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT
(Note: Basic Chair versions are not standard with an adjustable lumbar support, though it may be upgradable)
Customize the lumbar pressure for added back comfort.
- Schukra Lumbar: The lumbar handle is on the right outer side of the backrest. Push the handle down to increase pressure, and lift it up to decrease.
Balance Deluxe 5694
Note: All locations are referred to as if sitting in the chair.
Watch a video on how to adjust this chair.
ARMREST ADJUSTMENT
Height and Width Adjustable Arms: Allows arm height and width adjustment. LIft finger pull on outside of the arm bracket, then pull the arm upwards to raise the arms or push down to lower. Loosen handwheels fastening the arm brackets under the seat. Pull or push armrests in or out. Tighten handwheels when desired location is achieved.
Arm Swivel: To swivel the arm pad inward gently push the outside of the arm pad. Push on inside to swivel out. Always make sure your arm pads are pushed completely outward before sitting down in your chair. Not doing so may result in damage. Keep fingers away from all moving parts.
BACK HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
While seated, you can modify the backrest’s height for optimal support. To set your preferred height, gently lift the backrest. If you wish to reset, elevate the backrest to its highest point; it will then lower automatically. Push down firmly until a click is heard to restart the adjustment cycle.
CONTROL MECHANISM ADJUSTMENT
Type: SynchroGlide (SYNC)
Tilt Lock: Allows users to freely rock forward, backward or lock the chair into one of five preset positions. Anti-kick back feature prevents sudden release. Forward most trilobed paddle on the left on the left side. To Lock: when in desired position, rotate paddle forward, chair will lock into closest of five preset positions. To Unlock: rotate paddle backward and lean gently against backrest to release lock and resume tilting.
Seat Height: Raises or lowers seat height to achieve desired setting. Second paddle from front on the right side.
To Raise: with no weight on the seat, rotate the paddle forward. The seat will raise until you release the paddle or the seat reaches its maximum height. To Lower: while seated rotate the paddle forward. The seat will lower until you release the paddle or the seat reaches its minimum height.
Back Angle: Allows users to adjust the angle of the backrest. Use the rearward most paddle on the right side. To Adjust: Lift the paddle and hold in an upward position to engage angle while leaning against the backrest. Lean forward or backward until desired position is reached. Release the paddle to lock in any infinite position.
Tilt Tension: Allows users to adjust the ease of recline. Remember, adjustments are only possible when the Tilt Lock Paddle is in the unlocked position. Forwardmost trilobed paddle on the right side. To Adjust: Turning the handle clockwise or counterclockwise increases or decreases the amount of Tilt Tension.
Seat Slider Function: Allows users to adjust the seat depth as preferred or for multi-user situations. Rearmost paddle located on the left side of the mechanism. To Adjust: Hold the paddle upward to unlock the Seat Slider. Pull the seat forward or rearward to increase or decrease the seat depth. Release the paddle at the desired position to lock.
360º Swivel: Your LIFEFORM® Chair rotates 360 degrees without obstruction. Use your feet to turn yourself around.
LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT
(Note: Basic Chair versions are not standard with an adjustable lumbar support, though it may be upgradable)
Allows users to increase or decrease lumbar pressure.
Schukra® Lumbar – The Lumbar handle is located on the right side of the outside of the backrest. To maximize lumbar pressure, push the lumbar handle downward. To minimize lumbar pressure, lift the handle upward.
Brezza Basic & Deluxe 180
Note: All locations are referred to as if sitting in the chair.
Watch a video on how to adjust this chair.
ARMREST ADJUSTMENT
Height and Width Adjustable Arms: Allows arm height and width adjustment. LIft finger pull on outside of the arm bracket, then pull the arm upwards to raise the arms or push down to lower. Loosen handwheels fastening the arm brackets under the seat. Pull or push armrests in or out. Tighten handwheels when desired location is achieved.
Arm Pad Adjustment:
- Swivel: Rotate inward: Press the exterior of the arm pad. Rotate outward: Press the interior.
- Slide: Adjust the arm pad by pressing it forward or backward to your preferred position.
Always make sure your arm pads are pushed completely outward before sitting down in your chair. Not doing so may result in damage. Keep fingers away from all moving parts.
CONTROL MECHANISM ADJUSTMENT
Type: Center Tilt (MFR/MFSS)
Forward Tilt Lockout: This feature enables or disables the Forward Tilt functionality.
The Forward Tilt Function permits the chair to tilt forward, helping users find a comfortable working angle that promotes good circulation and alleviates pressure on the legs and thighs. You’ll find its control, the paddle/handle, positioned at the frontmost part of the chair mechanism. To Adjust: Lean back in the chair to easily rotate the lockout handle clockwise, activating the forward tilt. This function is indexed, letting you select your preferred tilt degree. To disable the forward tilt, simply reverse these steps.
Tilt Lock: This feature offers users the flexibility to either rock the chair freely in a forward or backward direction or to lock it in a specific, comfortable position. The control for this, the tilt lock lever, is found at the front right of the mechanism. To Lock/Unlock: By lifting the paddle upwards, you enable the chair’s free-floating mode. Conversely, pushing the paddle downwards secures the chair in your chosen position.
Seat Height Adjustment: Adjust your seat height using the second paddle located on the right side towards the rear.
To Raise: Ensure the seat is unoccupied, then lift the middle paddle on the right. The seat will ascend either until the paddle is released or it achieves its highest position. To Lower: While seated, simply lift the middle paddle. The seat will descend until the paddle is released or the lowest point is reached.
Back Angle Adjustment: Modify the backrest angle to your comfort while seated.
To Adjust: The backrest can freely float. Simply lift the back angle paddle to activate this feature. Push the paddle down to lock the backrest at your preferred angle.
Tilt Tension Control: Adjust your chair’s recline resistance using the Tilt Tension Handle on the mechanism’s left side. To Adjust: Twist the handle either clockwise to tighten or counter-clockwise to loosen the tension. Remember, adjustments are only possible when the Tilt Lock Paddle is in the unlocked position.
Seat Slider Control: (Optional on Basic chairs) Adjust your seat’s depth for personal comfort or multi-user scenarios using the paddle on the mechanism’s left side. To Adjust: To modify the seat depth, lift the paddle to unlock, slide the seat forward or backward, and then release the paddle to lock it in the chosen position.
360º Rotation: Your LIFEFORM® chair smoothly spins a full circle. Simply use your feet to guide the rotation.
LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT
Customize the lumbar pressure for added back comfort.
- Mesh Back Lumbar: Adjust the lumbar pillow behind the mesh back by lifting or lowering it to your preferred lumbar setting.
Brezza Worksmart
Note: All locations are referred to as if sitting in the chair.
ARMREST ADJUSTMENT
Height and Width Adjustable Arms: Allows arm height and width adjustment. LIft finger pull on outside of the arm bracket, then pull the arm upwards to raise the arms or push down to lower. Loosen handwheels fastening the arm brackets under the seat. Pull or push armrests in or out. Tighten handwheels when desired location is achieved.
Arm Pad Adjustment:
- Swivel: Rotate inward: Press the exterior of the arm pad. Rotate outward: Press the interior.
- Slide: Adjust the arm pad by pressing it forward or backward to your preferred position.
Always make sure your arm pads are pushed completely outward before sitting down in your chair. Not doing so may result in damage. Keep fingers away from all moving parts.
CONTROL MECHANISM ADJUSTMENT
Type: Synchro Knee Tilt (YMSK)
Tilt Lock: Users can freely tilt the chair forward, backward, or lock it into one of three predefined positions. The control lever is located on the chair’s left side. To Adjust: Flipping the paddle upwards lets the chair move freely, while pushing it downward locks it in place.
Seat Height Adjustment: Adjust your seat height using the second paddle located on the right side towards the rear. To Raise: Ensure the seat is unoccupied, then lift the middle paddle on the right. The seat will ascend either until the paddle is released or it achieves its highest position. To Lower: While seated, simply lift the middle paddle. The seat will descend until the paddle is released or the lowest point is reached.
Tilt Tension Control: Adjust your recline resistance using the Tilt Tension Knob found under the front part of the mechanism, near your knees. To Adjust: Rotate the knob clockwise to tighten or counter-clockwise to loosen the tilt tension.
360º Rotation: Your LIFEFORM® chair smoothly spins a full circle. Simply use your feet to guide the rotation.
LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT
Customize the lumbar pressure for added back comfort.
- Mesh Back Lumbar: Adjust the lumbar pillow behind the mesh back by lifting or lowering it to your preferred lumbar setting.
Contour 250
Note: All locations are referred to as if sitting in the chair.
Watch a video on how to adjust this chair.
CONTROL MECHANISM ADJUSTMENT
Type: Stool
Tilt Lock: Enables the chair to tilt forward freely or lock in a stationary position. Find the thick ended lever on the left side of the mechanism. To Adjust: Gently lean back, then pull the paddle out to enable tilting or push it in to secure in place.
Seat Height Adjustment: Adjust your seat height using the longer skinny-ended paddle located on the left side. To Raise: Ensure the seat is unoccupied, then lift the paddle. The seat will ascend either until the paddle is released or it achieves its highest position. To Lower: While seated, simply lift the paddle. The seat will descend until the paddle is released or the lowest point is reached.
360º Rotation: Your LIFEFORM® chair smoothly spins a full circle. Simply use your feet to guide the rotation.
Essentials Ultimate Executive 2390 & 2490
Note: All locations are referred to as if sitting in the chair.
ARMREST ADJUSTMENT
Height and Width Adjustable Arms: Allows arm height and width adjustment. LIft finger pull on outside of the arm bracket, then pull the arm upwards to raise the arms or push down to lower. Loosen handwheels fastening the arm brackets under the seat. Pull or push armrests in or out. Tighten handwheels when desired location is achieved.
Arm Pad Adjustment:
- Swivel: Rotate inward: Press the exterior of the arm pad. Rotate outward: Press the interior.
- Slide: Adjust the arm pad by pressing it forward or backward to your preferred position.
Always make sure your arm pads are pushed completely outward before sitting down in your chair. Not doing so may result in damage. Keep fingers away from all moving parts.
BACK HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
While seated, you can modify the backrest’s height for optimal support. To set your preferred height, gently lift the backrest. If you wish to reset, elevate the backrest to its highest point; it will then lower automatically. Push down firmly until a click is heard to restart the adjustment cycle.
Back Height Adjustment: While seated, you can modify the backrest’s height for optimal support. To set your preferred height, gently lift the backrest. If you wish to reset, elevate the backrest to its highest point; it will then lower automatically. Push down firmly until a click is heard to restart the adjustment cycle.
CONTROL MECHANISM ADJUSTMENT
Type: Synchro Knee Tilt (YMSKT)
Tilt Lock: Users can freely tilt the chair forward, backward, or lock it into one of three predefined positions. The control lever is located on the chair’s left side. To Adjust: Flipping the paddle upwards lets the chair move freely, while pushing it downward locks it in place.
Seat Height Adjustment: Adjust your seat height using the second paddle located on the right side towards the rear. To Raise: Ensure the seat is unoccupied, then lift the middle paddle on the right. The seat will ascend either until the paddle is released or it achieves its highest position. To Lower: While seated, simply lift the middle paddle. The seat will descend until the paddle is released or the lowest point is reached.
Tilt Tension Control: Adjust your recline resistance using the Tilt Tension Knob found under the front part of the mechanism, near your knees. To Adjust: Rotate the knob clockwise to tighten or counter-clockwise to loosen the tilt tension.
360º Rotation: Your LIFEFORM® chair smoothly spins a full circle. Simply use your feet to guide the rotation.
Legacy 900 Executive
Note: All locations are referred to as if sitting in the chair.
Watch a video on how to adjust this chair.
ARMREST ADJUSTMENT
Height and Width Adjustable Arms: Allows arm height and width adjustment. LIft finger pull on outside of the arm bracket, then pull the arm upwards to raise the arms or push down to lower. Loosen handwheels fastening the arm brackets under the seat. Pull or push armrests in or out. Tighten handwheels when desired location is achieved.
Arm Swivel: To swivel the arm pad inward gently push the outside of the arm pad. Push on inside to swivel out. Always make sure your arm pads are pushed completely outward before sitting down in your chair. Not doing so may result in damage. Keep fingers away from all moving parts.
BACK HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
While seated, you can modify the backrest’s height for optimal support. To set your preferred height, gently lift the backrest. If you wish to reset, elevate the backrest to its highest point; it will then lower automatically. Push down firmly until a click is heard to restart the adjustment cycle.
CONTROL MECHANISM ADJUSTMENT
Type: EuroGlide (EURO)
Tilt Lock: Allows users to freely rock forward, backward or lock the chair into one of five preset positions. Anti-kick back feature prevents sudden release. Forward most trilobed paddle on the left on the left side. To Lock: when in desired position, rotate paddle forward, chair will lock into closest of five preset positions. To Unlock: rotate paddle backward and lean gently against backrest to release lock and resume tilting.
Seat Height: Raises or lowers seat height to achieve desired setting. Forward most trilobed paddle on the right side. *Note this paddle is shared with the Tilt Tension Adjustment. Seat Height is activated by the main portion of the paddle, whereas Tilt Tension is adjusted by the very end portion of the paddle.
To Raise: with no weight on the seat, rotate the main paddle backward. Seat will raise until you release the paddle or the seat reaches its maximum height. To Lower: while seated rotate the main paddle backward. The seat will lower until you release the paddle or the seat reaches its minimum height.
Back Angle: Allows users to adjust the angle of the backrest. Use the rearward most paddle on the right side. To Adjust: Lift the paddle and hold in an upward position to engage angle while leaning against the backrest. Lean forward or backward until desired position is reached. Release the paddle to lock in any infinite position.
Tilt Tension: Allows users to adjust the ease of recline. Remember, adjustments are only possible when the Tilt Lock Paddle is in the unlocked position. Forward most trilobed paddle on right side. *Note this paddle is shared with the Seat Height Function. Tilt Tension is activated by the end portion of the paddle, whereas the Seat Height is adjusted by the main portion of the paddle. To Adjust: Turn the knob on the end of the Trilobed paddle. Turning the knob clockwise or counterclockwise increases or decreases the amount of Tilt Tension.
Seat Slider Function: Allows users to adjust the seat depth as preferred or for multi-user situations. Rearmost paddle located on the left side of the mechanism. To Adjust: Hold the paddle upward to unlock the Seat Slider. Pull the seat forward or rearward to increase or decrease the seat depth. Release the paddle at the desired position to lock.
360º Swivel: Your LIFEFORM® Chair rotates 360 degrees without obstruction. Use your feet to turn yourself around.
LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT
Allows users to increase or decrease lumbar pressure.
Schukra® Lumbar – The Lumbar handle is located on the right side of the outside of the backrest. To maximize lumbar pressure, push the lumbar handle downward. To minimize lumbar pressure, lift the handle upward.
Lifestyles Basic & Deluxe 8694
Note: All locations are referred to as if sitting in the chair.
Watch a video on how to adjust this Basic chair.
Watch a video on how to adjust this Deluxe chair.
ARMREST ADJUSTMENT
Height and Width Adjustable Arms: Allows arm height and width adjustment. LIft finger pull on outside of the arm bracket, then pull the arm upwards to raise the arms or push down to lower. Loosen handwheels fastening the arm brackets under the seat. Pull or push armrests in or out. Tighten handwheels when desired location is achieved.
Arm Swivel: To swivel the arm pad inward gently push the outside of the arm pad. Push on inside to swivel out. Always make sure your arm pads are pushed completely outward before sitting down in your chair. Not doing so may result in damage. Keep fingers away from all moving parts.
BACK HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
While seated, you can modify the backrest’s height for optimal support. To set your preferred height, gently lift the backrest. If you wish to reset, elevate the backrest to its highest point; it will then lower automatically. Push down firmly until a click is heard to restart the adjustment cycle.
Back Height Adjustment: While seated, you can modify the backrest’s height for optimal support. To set your preferred height, gently lift the backrest. If you wish to reset, elevate the backrest to its highest point; it will then lower automatically. Push down firmly until a click is heard to restart the adjustment cycle.
CONTROL MECHANISM ADJUSTMENT
Type: Center Tilt (MFR/MFSS)
Forward Tilt Lockout: This feature enables or disables the Forward Tilt functionality.
The Forward Tilt Function permits the chair to tilt forward, helping users find a comfortable working angle that promotes good circulation and alleviates pressure on the legs and thighs. You’ll find its control, the paddle/handle, positioned at the frontmost part of the chair mechanism. To Adjust: Lean back in the chair to easily rotate the lockout handle clockwise, activating the forward tilt. This function is indexed, letting you select your preferred tilt degree. To disable the forward tilt, simply reverse these steps.
Tilt Lock: This feature offers users the flexibility to either rock the chair freely in a forward or backward direction or to lock it in a specific, comfortable position. The control for this, the tilt lock lever, is found at the front right of the mechanism. To Lock/Unlock: By lifting the paddle upwards, you enable the chair’s free-floating mode. Conversely, pushing the paddle downwards secures the chair in your chosen position.
Seat Height Adjustment: Adjust your seat height using the second paddle located on the right side towards the rear. To Raise: Ensure the seat is unoccupied, then lift the middle paddle on the right. The seat will ascend either until the paddle is released or it achieves its highest position. To Lower: While seated, simply lift the middle paddle. The seat will descend until the paddle is released or the lowest point is reached.
Back Angle Adjustment: Modify the backrest angle to your comfort while seated.
To Adjust: The backrest can freely float. Simply lift the back angle paddle to activate this feature. Push the paddle down to lock the backrest at your preferred angle.
Tilt Tension Control: Adjust your chair’s recline resistance using the Tilt Tension Handle on the mechanism’s left side. To Adjust: Twist the handle either clockwise to tighten or counter-clockwise to loosen the tension. Remember, adjustments are only possible when the Tilt Lock Paddle is in the unlocked position.
Seat Slider Control: (Optional on Basic chairs) Adjust your seat’s depth for personal comfort or multi-user scenarios using the paddle on the mechanism’s left side. To Adjust: To modify the seat depth, lift the paddle to unlock, slide the seat forward or backward, and then release the paddle to lock it in the chosen position.
360º Rotation: Your LIFEFORM® chair smoothly spins a full circle. Simply use your feet to guide the rotation.
LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT
(Note: Basic Chair versions are not standard with an adjustable lumbar support, though it may be upgradable)
Customize the lumbar pressure for added back comfort.
- Schukra Lumbar: The lumbar handle is on the right outer side of the backrest. Push the handle down to increase pressure, and lift it up to decrease.
Palisades Mid Back and Mesh Back
Note: All locations are referred to as if sitting in the chair.
Watch a video on how to adjust this chair.
ARMREST ADJUSTMENT
Height and Width Adjustable Arms: Allows arm height and width adjustment. LIft finger pull on outside of the arm bracket, then pull the arm upwards to raise the arms or push down to lower. Loosen handwheels fastening the arm brackets under the seat. Pull or push armrests in or out. Tighten handwheels when desired location is achieved.
Arm Pad Adjustment:
- Swivel: Rotate inward: Press the exterior of the arm pad. Rotate outward: Press the interior.
- Slide: Adjust the arm pad by pressing it forward or backward to your preferred position.
Always make sure your arm pads are pushed completely outward before sitting down in your chair. Not doing so may result in damage. Keep fingers away from all moving parts.
BACK HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
While seated, you can modify the backrest’s height for optimal support. To set your preferred height, gently lift the backrest. If you wish to reset, elevate the backrest to its highest point; it will then lower automatically. Push down firmly until a click is heard to restart the adjustment cycle.
Back Height Adjustment: While seated, you can modify the backrest’s height for optimal support. To set your preferred height, gently lift the backrest. If you wish to reset, elevate the backrest to its highest point; it will then lower automatically. Push down firmly until a click is heard to restart the adjustment cycle.
CONTROL MECHANISM ADJUSTMENT
Type: Synchro Tilt (LP11)
Forward Tilt Lockout: This feature enables or disables the Forward Tilt functionality.
The Forward Tilt Function permits the chair to tilt forward, helping users find a comfortable working angle that promotes good circulation and alleviates pressure on the legs and thighs. You’ll find its control, the paddle/handle, positioned at the rearmost part of the chair mechanism on the right handside. To Adjust: To Lock seat, use your right hand to rotate the lever forwards. To unlock the seat, use your right hand to rotate the lever backwards.
Tilt Lock: Allows users to freely rock forward, backward or lock the chair into one of five preset positions. Anti-kick back feature prevents sudden release. Only paddle on the left side. To Lock: Bring the backrest to the desired position using your body weight and, with the left hand, rotate knob forwards. To Unlock: With the left hand, rotate the knob backwards and lean backwards slightly to unlock the tilt using your body weight.
Seat Height Adjustment: Adjust your seat height using the forwardmost paddle located on the right side of the chair. *Note this paddle is shared with the Tilt Tension Adjustment. Seat Height is activated by the main portion of the paddle, whereas Tilt Tension is adjusted by the very end portion of the paddle. To Raise: with no weight on the seat, rotate the main paddle backward. Seat will raise until you release the paddle or the seat reaches its maximum height. To Lower: while seated rotate the main paddle backward. The seat will lower until you release the paddle or the seat reaches its minimum height.
Tilt Tension: Allows users to adjust the ease of recline. Forward most paddle on right side. *Note this paddle is shared with the Seat Height Function. Tilt Tension is activated by the end portion of the paddle, whereas the Seat Height is adjusted by the main portion of the paddle. To Adjust: This mechanism features a self-weighing function – meaning it reads your weight when you sit down and automatically adjusts the tension for you. Turn the knob on the end of the paddle to fine tune the tension amount to your preference.. Turning the knob clockwise or counterclockwise increases or decreases the amount of Tilt Tension.
Seat Slider Function: Allows users to adjust the seat depth as preferred or for multi-user situations. Forwardmost button on the right side of the chair seat frame. To Adjust: To slide forward, while seated, push the button in with your right hand and slide forward. To slide backward, lift your weight off the seat and push the button in with your right hand.
360º Rotation: Your LIFEFORM® chair smoothly spins a full circle. Simply use your feet to guide the rotation.
LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT
Customize the lumbar pressure for added back comfort.
Schukra Lumbar: The lumbar handle is on the right outer side of the backrest. Push the handle down to increase pressure, and lift it up to decrease.
Mesh Back Lumbar: The lumbar support in this backrest is not adjustable. Use the Back Height adjustment to lower or raise the lumbar support to your desired height.
Palisades Task-It Mid Back and Mesh Back
Note: All locations are referred to as if sitting in the chair.
ARMREST ADJUSTMENT
Height and Width Adjustable Arms: Allows arm height and width adjustment. LIft finger pull on outside of the arm bracket, then pull the arm upwards to raise the arms or push down to lower. Loosen handwheels fastening the arm brackets under the seat. Pull or push armrests in or out. Tighten handwheels when desired location is achieved.
Arm Pad Adjustment:
- Swivel: Rotate inward: Press the exterior of the arm pad. Rotate outward: Press the interior.
- Slide: Adjust the arm pad by pressing it forward or backward to your preferred position.
Always make sure your arm pads are pushed completely outward before sitting down in your chair. Not doing so may result in damage. Keep fingers away from all moving parts.
BACK HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
Back Height Adjustment: While seated, you can modify the backrest’s height for optimal support. To Adjust: To set your preferred height, gently lift the backrest. If you wish to reset, elevate the backrest to its highest point; it will then lower automatically. Push down firmly until a click is heard to restart the adjustment cycle.
CONTROL MECHANISM ADJUSTMENT
Type: Synchro Tilt (LP11)
Tilt Lock: Allows users to freely rock forward, backward or lock the chair into one of five preset positions. Anti-kick back feature prevents sudden release. The adjustment knob is located on the left hand side, on the main portion of the paddle. *Note this paddle is shared with the Seat Slider Adjustment. The Seat Slider is activated by the main portion of the paddle, whereas Tilt Lock is adjusted by the very end portion of the paddle. To Lock: Bring the backrest to the desired position using your body weight and, with the left hand, rotate knob forwards. To Unlock: With the left hand, rotate the knob backwards and lean backwards slightly to unlock the tilt using your body weight.
Seat Height Adjustment: Adjust your seat height using the middle lever on the left hand side. To Raise: Ensure the seat is unoccupied, then lift the middle paddle on the right. The seat will ascend either until the paddle is released or it achieves its highest position. To Lower: While seated, simply lift the middle paddle. The seat will descend until the paddle is released or the lowest point is reached.
Seat Slider Function: Allows users to adjust the seat depth as preferred or for multi-user situations. The lever is located on the left hand side, on the main portion of the paddle. *Note this paddle is shared with the Tilt Lock Adjustment. The Seat Slider is activated by the main portion of the paddle, whereas Tilt Lock is adjusted by the very end portion of the paddle. To Adjust: Hold the lever upward to unlock the Seat Slider. Pull the seat forward or rearward to increase or decrease the seat depth. Release the paddle at the desired position to lock.
Quick Adjust Tilt Tension Control: Allows users to adjust the ease of recline dramatically within a few turns. The adjustment knob is located on the right hand side, on the end portion of the paddle. *Note this paddle is shared with the Seat Height Adjustment. The Seat Height is activated by the main portion of the paddle, whereas Tilt Tension is adjusted by the very end portion of the paddle. To Adjust: This mechanism features a quick adjust function – meaning it rapidly increases/decreases tension in just a few turns for you. Turn the knob on the end of the paddle to fine tune the tension amount to your preference. Turning the knob clockwise or counterclockwise increases or decreases the amount of Tilt Tension.
360º Rotation: Your LIFEFORM® chair smoothly spins a full circle. Simply use your feet to guide the rotation.
LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT
Customize the lumbar pressure for added back comfort.
Schukra Lumbar: The lumbar handle is on the right outer side of the backrest. Push the handle down to increase pressure, and lift it up to decrease.
Mesh Back Lumbar: The lumbar support in this backrest is not adjustable. Use the Back Height adjustment to lower or raise the lumbar support to your desired height
Saddle 200
Note: All locations are referred to as if sitting in the chair.
Watch a video on how to adjust this chair.
CONTROL MECHANISM ADJUSTMENT
Type: Stool
Tilt Lock: Enables the chair to tilt forward freely or lock in a stationary position. Find the thick ended lever on the left side of the mechanism. To Adjust: Gently lean back, then pull the paddle out to enable tilting or push it in to secure in place.
Seat Height Adjustment: Adjust your seat height using the longer skinny-ended paddle located on the left side. To Raise: Ensure the seat is unoccupied, then lift the paddle. The seat will ascend either until the paddle is released or it achieves its highest position. To Lower: While seated, simply lift the paddle. The seat will descend until the paddle is released or the lowest point is reached.
360º Rotation: Your LIFEFORM® chair smoothly spins a full circle. Simply use your feet to guide the rotation.
Ultimate Executive 2390 & 2490
Note: All locations are referred to as if sitting in the chair.
Watch a video on how to adjust this chair.
ARMREST ADJUSTMENT
Height and Width Adjustable Arms: Allows arm height and width adjustment. LIft finger pull on outside of the arm bracket, then pull the arm upwards to raise the arms or push down to lower. Loosen handwheels fastening the arm brackets under the seat. Pull or push armrests in or out. Tighten handwheels when desired location is achieved.
Arm Swivel: To swivel the arm pad inward gently push the outside of the arm pad. Push on inside to swivel out. Always make sure your arm pads are pushed completely outward before sitting down in your chair. Not doing so may result in damage. Keep fingers away from all moving parts.
BACK HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
While seated, you can modify the backrest’s height for optimal support. To set your preferred height, gently lift the backrest. If you wish to reset, elevate the backrest to its highest point; it will then lower automatically. Push down firmly until a click is heard to restart the adjustment cycle.
Back Height Adjustment: While seated, you can modify the backrest’s height for optimal support. To set your preferred height, gently lift the backrest. If you wish to reset, elevate the backrest to its highest point; it will then lower automatically. Push down firmly until a click is heard to restart the adjustment cycle.
CONTROL MECHANISM ADJUSTMENT
Type: Knee Tilt (KTHDSS, KTSS+ FTS, KTSS FTS)
Forward Tilt Lockout: This feature enables or disables the Forward Tilt functionality.
The Forward Tilt Function permits the chair to tilt forward, helping users find a comfortable working angle that promotes good circulation and alleviates pressure on the legs and thighs. You’ll find its control, the paddle/handle, positioned at the frontmost part of the chair mechanism.
To Adjust: While leaning back in the chair, adjust the lockout lever either forward or backward to activate or lock out the forward tilt, respectively.
Tilt Lock: This feature offers users the flexibility to either rock the chair freely in a forward or backward direction or to lock it in a specific, comfortable position. The control for this, the tilt lock lever, is found at the front right of the mechanism. To Lock/Unlock: By lifting the paddle upwards, you enable the chair’s free-floating mode. Conversely, pushing the paddle downwards secures the chair in your chosen position.
Seat Height Adjustment: Adjust your seat height using the second paddle located on the right side towards the rear.
To Raise: Ensure the seat is unoccupied, then lift the middle paddle on the right. The seat will ascend either until the paddle is released or it achieves its highest position. To Lower: While seated, simply lift the middle paddle. The seat will descend until the paddle is released or the lowest point is reached.
Back Angle Adjustment: Modify the backrest angle to your comfort while seated.
Knee Tilt Mechanism: To Adjust: Lift and hold the paddle up to adjust. Release it to lock the backrest at any chosen position.
Tilt Tension Control: Adjust your chair’s recline resistance using the Tilt Tension Handle on the mechanism’s left side. To Adjust: Twist the handle either clockwise to tighten or counter-clockwise to loosen the tension. Remember, adjustments are only possible when the Tilt Lock Paddle is in the unlocked position.
Seat Slider Control: Adjust your seat’s depth for personal comfort or multi-user scenarios using the paddle on the mechanism’s left side. To Adjust: To modify the seat depth, lift the paddle to unlock, slide the seat forward or backward, and then release the paddle to lock it in the chosen position.
360º Rotation: Your LIFEFORM® chair smoothly spins a full circle. Simply use your feet to guide the rotation.
LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT
Customize the lumbar pressure for added back comfort.
- Schukra Lumbar: The lumbar handle is on the right outer side of the backrest. Push the handle down to increase pressure, and lift it up to decrease.
Useful Links
Adjustment Videos
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Care and Cleaning
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How to Assemble Your Chair
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TroubleShooting & Tips
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Warranty and Service
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