Whalen Astoria WC-459 User manual

THIS INSTRUCTION BOOKLET CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
PLEASE READ AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Whalen Furniture Mfg., Inc. Page 1 Factory No. 12199
Astoria Wooden Manager’s Chair
Model # WC-459
ADULT ASSEMBLY REQUIRED DUE TO THE PRESENCE OF SMALL PARTS, SHARP
POINTS, SHARP EDGES AS RECEIVED.
If you have any questions regarding assembly or if parts are missing, DO NOT return this item to the
store where it was purchased. Please call our toll-free customer service number and have your
instructions and parts list ready to provide the model name, part name or factory number:
1-866-942-5362
Pacific Standard Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday
Or visit our website at www.whalenfurniture.com
Or e-mail your request to [email protected]
LOT NUMBER:
DATE PURCHASED: / /

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Parts and Hardware List
Please read completely through the instructions and verify that all listed parts and hardware are
present before beginning assembly.
A - Backrest (Qty.1) B - Seat Cushion (Qty.1) CL- Left Armrest (Qty.1)
CR- Right Armrest (Qty.1) D – Mechanism (Qty.1) E - Telescoping Cover (Qty.1)
F- Gas Lift (Qty.1) G - 5 Star Base (Qty. 1) H – Caster (Qty. 5)
(1) Ø5/16” x 7/8” Bolt (2) Ø5/16” x 1 1/4” Bolt (3) Ø1/4” x 1” Bolt
(Qty. 2+1 extra) (Qty. 2+1 extra) (Qty. 8+1 extra)
(4) Plastic Cap (Qty. 8+ 1 extra) (5) Allen Wrench (Qty. 1) (6) Touch-up Pen (Qty.1)
A Touch-up Pen has been provided to repair any small nicks or scratches that may occur during
assembly or shipping.
Tools required: Allen Wrench (provided).

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Assembly Instructions
1. Unpack the unit and confirm that you have all
the hardware and required parts.
2. To begin assembly, place 5 Star Base (G)
upside down and press the Casters (H) into
the holes at the end of each leg.
3. Turn the Star Base (G) upright and insert the
thick end of the Gas Lift (F) into the center
hole of the Star Base. Then position the
Telescoping Cover (E) over the Gas Lift (F)
and rest it on the Star Base.
4. Place the Seat Cushion (B) upside down on a flat and protective surface. Align the Mechanism (D)
over the drilled holes on the underside of Seat Cushion (B) with black tension knob facing the
front of the seat. Insert and screw two 7/8” Bolts (1) into the rear holes and two 1-1/4” Bolts (2)
into the front holes of Mechanism. Tighten all bolts with the enclosed Allen Wrench.
Ø5/16” x 7/8” Bolt
(2 used for rear holes)
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1
Ø5/16” x 1-1/4” Bolt
(2 used for front holes)
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2

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Assembly Instructions
5. Turn the Seat Cushion (B) upright and locate the center hole of the Mechanism (D) over the Gas
Lift (F). Press down firmly until the seat locks in place.
6. Attach Left and Right Armrests (CL & CR) to the Seat Cushion (B) using four 1” Bolts (3) through
the bottom two holes on both armrests. Loosely tighten the bolts with the provided Allen Wrench.
Ø1/4” x 1” Bolt
(4 used in this step)
③

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Assembly Instructions
7. Position the cushion of Backrest (A) onto the Seat Cushion (B) and align the bottom threaded
inserts on the side of Backrest with the middle holes on Left and Right Armrest (CL and CR).
Insert the 1” Bolts (3) through the countersunk holes on Armrests and loosely screw into the
Backrest.
8. Gently pivot the Backrest (A) to the upright position and align the top threaded inserts with the top
holes on Left and Right Armrests (CL and CR). Secure it in place by using the 1” Bolts (3). Go
back and fully tighten all Bolts with the provided Allen Wrench.
NOTE: Make sure that the Backrest is perfectly aligned with the Seat before tightening all the bolts.
9. Insert the Plastic Caps (4) to cover the countersunk holes on Armrests (CL and CR).
Plastic Cap
(8 used in this step)
④
Ø1/4” x 1” Bolt
(2 used in this step)
③
Ø1/4” x 1” Bolt
(2 used in this step)
③

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1.To Adjust Seat Height:
While seated, lean forward and reach under the right side of the chair to find the handle. Lift the
handle and raise your body up slightly to allow the chair to rise to the desired height. To lower the
seat, lift the handle while applying more weight downward on the seat. The chair will descend until
the handle is released or the chair reaches the bottom position.
2.To Operate Tilt Lockout:
While seated, reach under the right side of the chair to find the height adjustment handle. Pull the
handle all the way out (away from the gas lift) to allow the chair to tilt backwards. To lock the chair in
the upright or vertical position, sit upright and push the handle in towards the gas lift.
3.To Adjust Tension on The Tilt:
Reach under the front center of the chair, grasp the round knob and turn it counter-clockwise to
stiffen the tilt mechanism. Turn the knob clockwise to loosen the tilt mechanism. Turn the knob until
the desired resistance is reached.

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INFORMATION FOR USE
1. Your flooring or floor covering has an effect on the smoothness of the caster movement. If
you are having difficulties rolling your chair while seated, consider purchasing a chair mat
or relocate your chair to a smoother floor location.
2. Please check all bolts, screws and knobs are tight at least every 3 months or as needed.
3. If parts are missing, broken, damaged or wrong, please stop using this product until repairs
are done by a trained person. Only a trained person may replace or repair seat height
adjustment component with energy accumulators.
Do not stand on this chair, do not use chair as a stepladder.
Use this product only for seating one person at one time.
Do not use this chair unless all bolts, screws and knobs are securely tightened.
Dispose of packing material properly. Do not use plastic cover as head covering. It may
cause suffocation.
Use this chair for its intended purpose only.
Use mild detergent only for cleaning.
Failure to follow these warnings could result in serious injury.
Maximum load weight is 225 pounds (102 kg).
LIMITED WARRANTY
We are confident that you will be delighted with your Whalen Furniture purchase.
Should this product be defective in workmanship or materials or fail under normal use, we will
repair or replace it for up to one (1) year from date of purchase. Every Whalen Furniture
product is designed to meet your highest expectations. We guarantee that you will
immediately see the value of our fine furniture.
To make a warranty claim, contact Parts Department. Provide model number, proof of
purchase, description of the problem and obtain return authorization. At its option Whalen
Furniture will:
(a)Supply compatible components of current manufacture.
(b)Repair the customer’s component.
The customer must prepay freight on any components returned to the factory. Return
freight on components still in warranty will be paid by Whalen Furniture.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary
from State to State.
Customer Service: 1-866-942-5362
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., PST, Monday to Friday
THIS UNIT IS INTENDED ONLY FOR USE WITHIN THE
MAXIMUM WEIGHTS INDICATED. USE WITH LOAD HEAVIER THAN THE MAXIMUM
WEIGHTS INDICATED MAY RESULT IN INSTABILITY CAUSING POSSIBLE INJURY.

IF YOU NEED TO ORDER ANY REPLACEMENT PARTS, PLEASE USE THE LIST BELOW
Astoria Wooden Manager’s Chair (WC-459)
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