La-Z-Boy Reclining Sofa User Manual [en, es, fr]

operating instructions

instrucciones de operación

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instructions

Reclining Sofa

sofas & modulars

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sofás y unidades modulares

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la-z-boy.com

La-Z-Boy Incorporated

12 84 N. Telegraph Road

Monroe, MI 4816 2

canapés et modulaires

93000495-00 Rev. 08/2013

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Important Safety Instructions.....................................4-5

Reclina-Way

Motion Sofa Glide

Adjustment Instructions................................................6

Reclina-Way

Motion Sofa 3-Position Legrest

Operating Instructions..................................................7

Reclina-Way

Motion Sofa Reclining

Tension Adjustment Instructions.................................8-9

La-Z-Time Motion-Modulars

La-Z-Time

Motion Upholstery and La-Z-Time

Assembly Instructions...................1 0- 1 3

Motion Upholstery & La-Z-Time Motion-Modulars

Legrest Tension Adjustment Instructions.....................14-15

La-Z-Time

Motion Upholstery & La-Z-Time Motion-Modulars

Reclining Tension Adjustment Instructions...................16-17

Sleep Sofa Operating Instructions ...............................18

you enjoy your new furniture’s

Furniture Placement Guide ..........................................19

Cup Holder Cleaning Instructions................................20

comfort and style.

Notes........................................................................21

IMPORTANT

Read these instructions thoroughly

before using your La-Z-Boy

Keep them for future reference.

furniture.

Important Safety Instructions:

Important: Read these instructions thoroughly before using.

Important Safety Instructions:

Important: Read these instructions thoroughly before using.

DANGER

• To prevent suffocation keep plastic bags away from children.

• Do not sit or lie on mattress of sleep sofa except when it is fully extended. Never close unit with person or animal inside.

WARNING

• Always keep open flame and lit cigarettes away from upholstered furniture. Upholstered furniture may burn rapidly with toxic gas and thick smoke.

• Closely supervise children and disabled persons using this product.

• Sit down in the unit slowly. To avoid tip over, do not throw your weight against the back of the unit. Move the unit into or out of the reclining position slowly, making sure that no children or pets are in close proximity.

• This product has many moving parts, serious injury can occur if not used properly. Keep hands, fingers and body parts away from the mechanism. To reduce the risk of head entrapment and other injuries, keep children and pets away from openings and moving parts in and around furniture.

• Only the occupant should operate the unit. Never attempt to open the legrest by pulling on it.

• Do not stand, sit, or place extra weight on the arms, back or open legrest.

• To safely exit the unit and prevent a tripping hazard, bring the back upright and close the legrest.

• Do not use this product if it is damaged. Do not use attachments or substitute parts.

• This product is intended for indoor residential use only.

• Provide a clear path for operation of the back and legrest. Place tables and area rugs at a distance to allow the legrest to fully extend without rubbing or interference.

• This product is not intended for use as a health care device.

• Do not operate the unit until the back is installed and locked.

• Use care when moving the product. Before lifting the product, secure the mechanism to prevent unexpected opening or movement. Never move the product by the mechanism, legrest, handle, reclining back, or swivel base. Disconnect modular units. Securely grip non-moving parts only.

• Do not sit or place extra weight on the head area of the sleep sofa mattress. Excess weight can cause the sleep surface to tip up and back.

• This unit is equipped with a tension adjustment feature for the reclining mechanism that is preset at the factory. The tension setting can be changed for your personal preference. To avoid tip over and insure stability, do not operate the unit with the tension adjustment wing nuts completely loosened (See Reclining Tension Adjustment Instructions).

– To reduce the risk of serious injury or death:

– To reduce the risk of burns, fire or serious injury:

• Keep hands, arms and body parts away from the open area between a reclined back and an upright back on a motion sofa or modular. This area must remain clear at all times to provide unobstructed movement and prevent injury that could occur when a reclined back is returning toward the upright position.

• Use of this product requires adequate strength to bring the back upright and close the legrest. Selecting the maximum tension settings could make bringing the back upright and closing the legrest difficult.

• Do not use La-Z-Boy is in motion. This furniture is not intended to protect its occupant in an accident. Safely secure the furniture while the vehicle is in motion to prevent injury or damages from any sudden stop.

• Do not place containers with hot beverages in the cup holders. The furniture has motion and

beverages may spill and injure the occupant. Do not place oversized or uncovered beverage containers in the cup holders.

• If you give this product to someone else, include this Operating Instructions manual.

NOTICE

• Damage will occur to the mechanism if the legrest is forced closed from the 1st or 2nd

position. The legrest must be extended to the 3rd position and then closed.

• Do not move the units while connected together. The purpose of the bracket system is to

connect the units and prevent them from being separated while on the floor. The bracket system does not provide adequate structural support for the movement of connected units.

• Some units contain cup holders. Take care to prevent spilling of beverages, which could result

in damage to cover.

furniture in a recreational vehicle (or other moving vehicle) while the vehicle

– To reduce the risk of product damage:

Save These Instructions

Reclina-Way®Motion Sofa

Glide Adjustment Instructions

Reclina-Way®Motion Sofa

3-Position Legrest Operating Instructions

WARNING

• Provide a clear path for operation of the back and legrest. Place tables and area rugs at a distance to allow the legrest to fully extend without rubbing or interference.

Adjusting the Glides

Make sure the glides are adjusted to a height that provides a clear path for operation of the legrest. Each glide is attached to the base rail by one jam nut and one lock washer on top of the base rail,

and one jam nut on the bottom of the base rail.

1. To extend the glide, loosen the upper jam nut by rotating clockwise. Turn the lower jam nut clockwise to the desired height.

2. Tighten the upper jam nut by rotating counterclockwise.

3. Repeat steps one and two for each adjustable glide on the unit, if needed.

4. Repeat this procedure, as necessary, to level the sofa.

– To reduce the risk of serious injury:

Upper Jam Nut

WARNING

• Provide a clear path for operation of the back and legrest. Place tables and area rugs at a distance to allow the legrest to fully extend without rubbing or interference.

• To safely exit the unit and prevent a tripping hazard, bring the back upright and close the legrest.

-- To reduce the risk of serious injury:

NOTICE – To prevent product damage:

• Damage will occur to the mechanism if the legrest is forced closed from the 1st or 2nd position. The legrest must be extended to the 3rd position and then closed.

To Operate the Legrest

1. Your Reclina-Way seating comfort. Simply pull on the handle rotating it counterclockwise to control the legrest (F

IGU RE 1). You may stop in any one of three ideal positions. The 1st position is slightly inclined

for relaxing reading (F television viewing (F

To lower the legrest, rotate the handle counterclockwise to the fully extended position, then rotate clockwise to the fully closed position.

2. The sofa back can be reclined with the legrest closed or extended. To recline, apply pressure

to the back. Sit upright to return the back to an upright position.

3. Bring the back upright and close the legrest before getting out of the unit.

FIGURE 1

CLOSED POSITION

motion sofa is equipped with a three-position locking legrest for customized

IGU RE 2). The 2nd position is slightly more inclined for comfortable

IGU RE 3). The 3rd position is fully extended for complete relaxation (FI GURE 4).

IGURE 2

1ST POSITION

Lower Jam Nut

Adjustable Glide

Lock Washer

Base Rail

IGURE 3

2ND POSITION 3RD POSITION

IGURE 4

Reclina-Way®Motion Sofa

Reclining Tension Adjustment Instructions

Reclina-Way®Motion Sofa

Reclining Tension Adjustment Instructions

WARNING

• This unit is equipped with a tension adjustment feature for the reclining mechanism that is preset at the factory. The tension setting can be changed for your personal preference. To avoid tipover and insure stability, do not operate the unit with the tension adjustment wing nuts completely loosened (see Reclining Tension Adjustment Instructions).

– To reduce the risk of injury:

NOTICE – To reduce the risk of product damage:

• Make sure the legrest on each unit is closed before tilting forward and adjusting the tension.

• Do not completely tighten the wing nuts. The tension springs should not be completely compressed after making adjustments. If this occurs, the wing nuts must be loosened a minimum of ½-turn to avoid damage to the spring tension assembly.

• Do not completely loosen the wing nuts. The spring should not slide on the bolt after making adjustments. If the spring slides on the bolt, tighten the wing nut a minimum of ½-turn after the spring no longer slides on the bolt.

• Adjust both wing nuts equally.

Adjustment Instructions

You can adjust the tension of the reclining mechanism to respond to your individual size.

1. Gently tilt the reclining sofa forward to rest on its arms and top of the back. Locate the wing nuts, one on each side, toward the back of the recliner under each reclining seat (F

2. Adjust the tension by turning the wing nuts in

• A taller or heavier person may choose to increase the reclining tension by tightening the wing nuts clockwise.

• A smaller person may choose to decrease the reclining tension by loosening the wing nuts counterclockwise.

3. Return the reclining sofa to the upright position. Test the new setting. Make additional adjustments if needed, repeating these steps.

⁄4-turn increments until the desired setting is reached.

IGU RE 1).

FIGURE 1

Wing Nut

Tension Spring

La-Z-Time®Motion Upholstery and La-Z-Time

Motion-Modulars

Assembly Instructions

La-Z-Time

Motion Upholstery and La-Z-Time

Motion-Modulars

Assembly Instructions

WARNING

• Do not operate the unit until the back is installed and locked.

1. Install the backs, if applicable (some styles come with the backs installed).

• Lay the back on the seat. Lift the back at a slight angle and align the brackets inside the back with the brackets on the body (F

• Lower the back onto the body, making sure the back and body brackets are completely engaged.

• To make sure the back is properly installed, lift the back upholstery cover to visually confirm that both sets of back and body brackets are engaged (F

• If you are unable to install the back properly contact your La-Z-Boy

• Lock the brackets by using a screwdriver to push down the locking levers (F

• Pull the outside back upholstery cover down tight. Firmly press the fastening tape on the outside back upholstery cover to the fastening tape on the bottom of the rear rail (F

WARNING

• Provide a clear path for operation of the back and legrest. Place tables and area rugs at a distance to allow the legrest to fully extend without rubbing or interference.

2. Place units in the desired location.

3. Adjustable glides are provided on units with metal base rails. Make sure the glides are adjusted to a height that provides a clear path for operation of the legrest (see Furniture Placement Guide).

• Each glide is attached to the base rail by one jam nut and one lock washer on top of the front attachment bracket or base rail, and one jam nut on the bottom of the base rail (F Motion-Modular unit featured). Loosen the jam nut located on top of the front attachment bracket or base rail.

• Holding the top jam nut, turn the glide clockwise to lower the unit or counterclockwise to raise the unit.

• Tighten the bottom jam nut to the base rail, then tighten the top jam nut to the lock washer on top of the front attachment bracket. Make sure both jam nuts are tight to prevent the bracket from rotating on the base rail.

• Repeat this step for each adjustable glide, if necessary.

4. Motion sofa or chair assembly is complete. If assembling modular units, proceed to the following page.

– To reduce the risk of injury:

IGU RE 1).

IGU RE 2).

– To reduce the risk of serious injury:

dealer for assistance.

IGU RE 3).

IGU RE 1 and FIG URE 4).

IGURE 5,

FIGURE 1

IGURE 3

Back Bracket

IGURE 5

Lock Washer

Fastening Tape

Upper Jam Nut

Fastening Tape

Locking Lever

Locked Position

Back Bracket

Body Bracket

IGURE 2

IGURE 4

Bracket Attachment

Lower Jam Nut

Adjustable Glide

Base Rail

La-Z-Time®Motion Upholstery and La-Z-Time

Motion-Modulars

Motion-Modular units with metal base rails have one bracket in the back and one “U” bracket in the front on the right side (sitting) of modular units without right side arms, and two stud mounts with threaded studs on the left side (sitting) of modular units without left side arms (F

Motion-Modular units with wood legs have one side mount bracket in the back and one “U” bracket in the front on the right side (sitting) of modular units without right side arms, and two threaded studs on the left side (sitting) of modular units without left side arms (FIGURE 2).

5. Use a T-30 torx driver to loosen the threaded studs to approximately 1”; this measurement may vary depending on the fabric and style (F (sitting) of modular units without left side arms.

6. To start, place the units to be attached next to each other, about 2" apart. Position the unit with the threaded studs slightly behind the unit with the attachment brackets. Separate the fronts of the units to be connected, about 6" apart. Slide the rear of the unit with the threaded studs toward the unit with the attachment brackets, aligning the threaded studs to the rear bracket. Pull the unit with the threaded studs forward to engage the rear bracket.

Assembly Instructions

IGU RE 1).

IGU RE 3). The threaded studs are located on the left side

La-Z-Time®Motion Upholstery and La-Z-Time

Motion-Modulars

FIGURE 1

Rear Rail Bracket

Front Rail “U” Bracket

Assembly Instructions

Stud Mount

Threaded Stud

WARNING

• The front of the unit must be raised to engage the front bracket. Please seek assistance if you are unable to lift at least 57 pounds.

• Keep feet clear of the unit when lowering into position.

– To reduce the risk of serious injury:

NOTICE – To reduce the risk of product damage:

• Lift from the base rail. Do not lift from the upholstery or the bottom of the legrest.

7. Lift the front of the unit with the threaded stud approximately 3” off the ground, aligning it to the unit with the attachment bracket. Gently lower the threaded stud into the front attachment bracket (F

NOTE: Due to variations in upholstery and style, the threaded stud length may need to be adjusted to fit into the attachment brackets or control gaps between units. Loosen or tighten the threaded studs to provide adequate clearance.

8. Continue connecting the modular units until all have been securely joined.

IGU RE 4). Keep feet clear of the unit when lowering into position.

NOTICE – To reduce the risk of product damage:

• Do not move the units while connected together. The purpose of the bracket system is to connect the units and prevent them from being separated while on the floor. The bracket system does not provide adequate structural support for the movement of connected units.

9. All modular units must be disconnected to safely move the modular group. To disconnect the units, lift up the left side (sitting) modular unit (with threaded studs) approximately 3” to clear the front attachment bracket, move the front of the unit over and return it to the floor. Slide the unit with the threaded studs backward to disengage the rear bracket.

IGURE 2

Rear Side Mount Bracket

Front Side Mount “U” Bracket

IGURE 3

Threaded Stud

Stud Mount

Base Units

Threaded Stud

Leg Units

IGURE 4

Front Rail “U” Bracket

Base Units

Threaded Stud

Front Side Mount “U” Bracket

Leg Units

La-Z-Time®Motion Upholstery &

La-Z-Time Motion-Modulars

Tension Adjustment Instructions

Legrest

La-Z-Time®Motion Upholstery &

La-Z-Time Motion-Modulars

Tension Adjustment Instructions

Legrest

WARNING

Legrest Tension Adjustment Instructions

1. Stand beside the unoccupied unit and pull the release handle to extend the legrest. Make sure not to lean or put pressure on the extended legrest, as it will close. From under the legrest, lift the mechanism cover to access the tension adjustment wheels. The wheels are located toward the front of the mechanism, one on each side (F

2. The legrest tension adjustment wheels are factory set in the center position (F position provides average legrest tension and support.

3. A taller or heavier person may choose to increase the amount of legrest tension for added leg support. To increase the amount of legrest tension, turn the adustment wheels up and toward the front of the recliner (F

4. A smaller person may choose to decrease the amount of legrest tension for easier closing of the legrest. To decrease the amount of legrest tension, turn the adustment wheels down and toward the back of the recliner (FIGURE 4). Both legrest tension adjustment wheels must be set in the same position.

5. Close the legrest. Test the new legrest tension setting and make adjustments if needed.

6. Repeat these instructions to customize each reclining seat in your motion sofa or modular group.

– To reduce the risk of injury:

IGU RE 1). Each wheel has three adjustment settings.

IGU RE 2). The center

IGURE 3). Both legrest tension adjustment wheels must be set in the same position.

FIGURE 1

Legrest Tension Adjustment Wheel

Adjustment wheel location, one on each side

FIGURE 2

FIGURE 3

Average legrest tension

FIGURE 4

Maximum legrest tension

Minimum legrest tension

La-Z-Time®Motion Upholstery &

La-Z-Time Motion-Modulars

Tension Adjustment Instructions

Reclining

La-Z-Time®Motion Upholstery &

La-Z-Time Motion-Modulars

Tension Adjustment Instructions

Reclining

WARNING

• This unit is equipped with a tension adjustment feature for the reclining mechanism that is preset at the factory. The tension setting can be changed for your personal preference. To avoid tipover and insure stability, do not operate the unit with the tension adjustment wing nuts completely loosened (see Reclining Tension Adjustment Instructions).

• Use of this product requires adequate strength to bring the back upright and close

the legrest. Selecting the maximum tension settings could make bringing the back upright and closing the legrest difficult.

– To reduce the risk of injury:

NOTICE – To reduce the risk of product damage:

• Do not completely tighten the wing nuts. The tension springs should not be completely

compressed after making adjustments. If this occurs, the wing nuts must be loosened a minimum of ½-turn to avoid damage to the spring tension assembly.

• Do not completely loosen the wing nuts. The spring should not slide on the bolt after

making adjustments. If the spring slides on the bolt, tighten the wing nut a minimum of ½-turn after the spring no longer slides on the bolt.

• Adjust both wing nuts equally.

Reclining Tension Adjustment Instructions

1. Stand beside the unoccupied unit and pull the release handle to extend the legrest. Make sure not to lean or put pressure on the extended legrest, as it will close. From under the legrest, lift the mechanism cover to access the reclining tension wing nuts. The wing nuts are located toward the front of the mechanism, one on each side (F mechanism are fasteners and do not affect tension.

2. Adjust the reclining tension by turning the wing nuts in ¼-turn increments until the desired setting is reached. Adjust both wing nuts equally.

• A taller or heavier person may choose to increase the amount of tension by tightening the wing nuts clockwise.

• A smaller person may choose to decrease the amount of tension by loosening the wing nuts counterclockwise.

3. Close the legrest. Test the new reclining tension setting and make adjustments if needed.

4. Repeat these instructions to customize each reclining seat in your motion sofa or modular group.

IGU RE 1). The wing nuts located toward the back of the

FIGURE 1

Mechanism Cover

Reclining Tension Wing Nut

Tension Spring

Sleep Sofa Operating Instructions Furniture Placement Guide

DANGER

• Do not sit or lie on mattress of sleep sofa except when it is fully extended. Never

close unit with person or animal inside.

WARNING

• Do not sit or place extra weight on the head area of the mattress. Excess weight can

cause the sleep surface to tip up and back.

Setting Up Your Motion-Modular Sleep Sofa Bed

1. Remove all loose cushions. Grasp the handle located in the center of the deck and lift in an upward direction (F

2. Step back while pulling the sleeper mechanism out to the first extended position. When the mechanism reaches this position the center support legs will rest on the floor (F

3. Reach over and grasp the center of the one piece front leg. Pull up and lower the front leg to the floor (F

Additional Feature

The sleep sofa features a television viewing headrest position. To raise the headrest, stand to the side of the sleep sofa and pull the head portion of the sleeper mechanism upward. Lift upward again to release the locking mechanism and lower the headrest to its original position (F

IGU RE 3).

– To reduce the risk of serious injury or death:

– To reduce the risk of injury:

IGU RE 1).

IGU RE 2).

IGU RE 4).

WARNING

• Provide a clear path for operation of the back and legrest. Place tables and area rugs at a distance to allow the legrest to fully extend without rubbing or interference.

Reclining Units

To place your reclining unit the proper distance from the wall, fully recline the unit and leave a minimum of 2" of space between the top of the back and the wall (F

Place tables and area rugs at a distance to allow the legrest to fully extend without rubbing or interference. Interference with the legrest may cause it to not close completely (F legrest is not closed completely, it may pop out unexpectedly and could cause injury. Some units have adjustable glides that can be raised to help prevent rubbing and interference with area rugs; see Assembly Instructions and Adjustment Instructions for details. Proper clearance for an area rug is demonstrated in F

Make sure tables and other items are at a safe distance to avoid interference with the operation of the legrest. Improper placement of a table could cause the occupant to become trapped in the unit; this is demonstrated in FIGURE 4. There must be enough clearance for the legrest to be fully extended before closing.

FIGURE 1

– To reduce the risk of serious injury:

IGU RE 3.

IGURE 2

IGU RE 1).

IGU RE 2). If the

IGURE 1

FIGURE 3

IGURE 2

IGURE 4

IGURE 3

Rug interference causes legrest to remain open

FIGURE 4

Proper Clearance

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