Attwood 97100 User Manual

Venture™ Folding Fishing Seat

97100 Series Installation Instructions

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Form Number 69402 Rev A 05-12

INSTALLATION LOCATIONS

1. The Venture seat can be mounted at helm, passenger, bow, or stern positions.

2. Allow room for full turning clearance of 23" (58.4cm) and for backrest when folded down or up. (Figure 3)

Figure 3

FOLDING FISHING SEAT FEATURES

The Venture Folding Fishing seat offers ergonomic contours, spinal support, and is comfortable with or without upholstery. It has a non-absorbing, ventilated core that sheds moisture.

The integrated hinge (patent pending) resists pinching and snagging of upholstery. A simple, durable hinge lock holds the seat in upright or folded position.

The Venture seat will fit most standard seat mounts with a standard 5" x 5" bolt pattern.

REGULATIONS AND WARNINGS

This seat meets ABYC H-31 Type-A Driver regulations for driver’s seat applications, PROVIDED THAT it is mounted to a seat pedestal that meets the same regulations. For more information see: www.abycinc.org/standards/.

WARNING

Installers and users must abide by all ABYC and U.S. Coast Guard regulations for seating.

If this seat is used in the helm position: According to ABYC and Coast Guard regulations, when vessel is in motion seat must face forward with the pedestal seat mount locked forward. (Figure 1)

Figure 1

Boat Rear

23" Turning Clearance

Mounting Location Options

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Materials Required For Installation

• Four (4) 1/4-20 stainless steel machine screws and washers to attach seat to mount.

NOTE: DO NOT use copper or copper-plated fasteners.

Fasten Seat To Seat Mount

1. If possible, remove seat mount from pedestal for easier installation. (Figure 4)

2. Place flat side of seat mount against bottom of seat.

3. Insert 1/4-20 stainless steel machine screws through washers and the seat mount pattern that matches T-nuts in bottom of seat.

4. Be sure at least 3/8" (8mm) thread length enters the seat’s T-nuts.

5. When seat is fastened to mount, insert into the pedestal tube and press all the way down. Check for operation according to pedestal manufacturer’s instructions.

Boat Front

HOW TO OPERATE SEAT HINGE

1. Press lock button (in hinge) to release seat from current position (up or down).

2. Hinge automatically locks when you bring backrest to full up or full down position. (Figure 2)

Figure 2

Press Lock to Release. Auto-Locks Up or Down.

When in Motion, Lock Seat Mount to Lock Seat Forward

Figure 4

3/8" Threaded into T-Nuts

1/4-20 Stainless Steel Machine Screws

MAINTENANCE

1. Clean seat with mild soap and water. Do not use abrasive cleansers or polishing agents.

2. Periodically check all fasteners for proper tightness.

ATTWOOD LIMITED WARRANTY

This Attwood product carries a one (1) year warranty. See product catalog or attwoodmarine.com for details.