How to Disassemble an Office Chair
Whatever reason you may have for disassembling an office chair, it is important to take care not to damage the chair. If your chair came with instructions, be sure to follow them. This article will show you how to disassemble an office chair. You may not be allowed to take out certain parts of some chairs if they are already attached to the frame. If you have any questions about the assembly of your office chair, please contact the manufacturer.
1. How to Disassemble a Headrest for an Office Chair
A few bolts are usually used to attach the headrests to office chairs. First, check if there are any tabs or covers that need to be removed before you remove the chair’s headrest. After those have been removed, you can remove the bolts from your headrest using an Allen wrench or a screwdriver. Place the cover plate/tabs back on the chair after the headrest has been removed. For safe storage, make sure to bag all loose pieces.
2. How to Disassemble the Backrest of an Office Chair
Most office chairs have a bolt at the back that attaches the backrest. Some office chairs, like the Steelcase Leap, will not allow you to remove the backrest because it is attached to the frame. Use an Allen wrench or screwdriver to take out the bolts that hold the backrest in place. After all the screws and washers have been removed from the chair you can place them in a bag to keep them safe.
3. How to Disassemble Office Chair Armrests
Only remove armrests if they are absolutely necessary. You may need to remove multiple pieces of an armrest. It is important that you remember which order they are being removed from the chair. Begin by taking the bolts off the chair using an Allen wrench or screwdriver. Next, take out any plates or washers. All hardware should be placed in a bag. Keep it together with the chair. You can remove the armrests from some chairs by lifting them out of the slot under the chair and activating the adjustment lever.
4. How to Disassemble the Office Chair Base and Cylinder
Be aware that the cylinder can be easily damaged if you try to remove it. You will need a large pipe wrench to remove the cylinder. Protect your table’s floor and surface before you begin. Duct tape can be used to secure the cylinder and give you a firm grip.
Use the pipe wrench to clamp the cylinder at the bottom of your mechanism. Turn the pipe wrench one quarter turn until the cylinder is secured. The cylinders don’t screw on so loosen the pipe wrench until it can be pulled from the mechanism.
You will need a rubber mallet to remove the cylinder from its base. Flip the base upside-down. Protect your floor and surface. Keep your feet away from the cylinder so it doesn’t touch them. To remove the cylinder from its base, use the rubber mallet. If the cylinder is stuck, tap it on both sides.
5. How to Disassemble Office Chair Casters
Most office chair casters can be popped into the base. Unless you are replacing or returning the chair, you don’t need to take off the casters. Place the base upside-down with the casters facing upwards to remove the casters. To remove the casters, pull up on them.
Remember how the chair came
It may help to recall how your chair arrived before you start disassembling it. Many office chairs are available in multiple pieces. This means that you will most likely be able to disassemble the chair in the reverse order. Some chairs come with a cylinder attached to the base. The chair can then be added to the cylinder. To disassemble the chair, you’ll most likely need to take it out of the cylinder. You will need to determine what parts you can and can’t remove from your chair if it arrived assembled. You may find disassembly instructions from some manufacturers that can help you take apart your chair.
Don’t Disassemble Anything Not Necessary
Think about the reason you want to disassemble your office chair. You don’t want any parts of your chair to be removed. Some chairs don’t require the backrest to be removed. Others may only need it to be taken out of its cylinder. To avoid any damage to the chair, try to disassemble it as quickly as possible. To find out which parts of the chair you should or shouldn’t take off, contact the manufacturer. It is not a good idea to disassemble any parts that are within the mechanism.
How Things Connect to and Disconnect
You should be able see the parts of your office chair and be able tell if they can be taken out. You should be able take off the parts that were attached with screws. It is easier to take off parts that are attached with Copper Nail and screws from an office chair. These parts include a backrest, headrest, or armrest.
It may be harder to remove parts that are not connected to the mechanism with screws. It can be challenging to remove a cylinder from the mechanism, especially if it has been in use for years. It is possible to release tension from the cylinder, but it is only linked by tension. Some office chairs, like the Herman Miller Aeron and other Herman Miller office chair, should not be removed from the cylinder.
Things You Shouldn’t or Can’t Remove
You shouldn’t be able to remove certain parts of your office chair because they could cause damage. Steelcase Leap chairs, for example, cannot be removed the back or arms. They are part of the frame. We recommend that you don’t remove the mechanism from your chair. It could cause the mechanism to malfunction.
We recommend that you don’t remove the cylinder from some office chairs, like the Herman Miller Aeron. There may be a reason your chair arrived fully assembled. Permanent damage could result from removing parts from a fully assembled chair. You could also suffer damage when you remove the cylinder.
Ruining the Cylinder: Is it Worth It?
Most office chairs require that the cylinder be removed from the base and mechanism. It is not common for people to realize that the cylinder can be harder to remove if they have been sitting in an office chair for several months or years. The cylinder is typically placed into the base of an office chair, then the chair is placed on top of the cylinder. Tension holds the cylinder in place and it is difficult to break this tension.
Most cases, you will need to use a pipe wrench to release tension to remove the cylinder. Although a pipe wrench can be the most convenient tool for removing your cylinder, it can cause serious damage to the cylinder. You will need to protect your cylinder from the pipe wrench teeth. Deep gouges from teeth can cause damage to your cylinder. The metal shavings and scratches will get into the housing of your cylinder. To lower the seat height lever, depress the button. These scratches will cause your chair to be difficult to move beyond. Your cylinder is probably damaged and you will need to get a new one.
You may have to take your cylinder out of the mechanism. You could also endanger your cylinder by doing this. To remove the cylinder from the base, you will need a rubber hammer. To ensure that the top of the cylinder doesn’t get scratched, you will need to use a rubber hammer to hit it from the base.
It boils down to this: Is it worth removing your cylindrical if it is going to cause more harm than good? There are some precautions you can take to protect your cylinder, but removing it from the chair could cause more damage than good. You don’t need to worry about damaging the cylinder if you plan on replacing it.
What Tools Are Required To Disassemble
You will most likely need tools before you start disassembling your office chair. A large pipe wrench and rubber mallet are needed to remove the cylinder from your chair. You may also need a screwdriver or Allen wrench to remove other parts, such as the backrest, arms, or seat. Make sure you have everything you need to disassemble your office chair.
Tips and tricks for disassembling an office chair
These are some tips and tricks to help you disassemble an office chair. These tips will ensure that you can disassemble your office chair without damaging any of its parts.
Place any small pieces you take into a bag and keep it together with your chair to make sure they don’t get lost.
Duct tape can be used to protect the cylinder from scratches by attaching it to the teeth of the pipe wrench. Remove the tape if you have trouble gripping the cylinder.
Protect the surface where you are removing the chair. You can use an old blanket or discarded paper to protect the surface you are disassembling the chair on. This protects not only your chair but also your surfaces.
The assembly instructions will help you if you have any difficulties disassembling your chair. Depending on the manufacturer, you can often find them online. Follow the instructions in reverse.
Don’t remove any parts that aren’t necessary. Make sure that the chair is just right-sized to fit in the space you have.
Never disassemble your chair’s mechanism to prevent it from malfunctioning.
To remove the cylinder from its base, use a rubber mallet. Tap the sides of your cylinder to loosen it from its base if it isn’t coming out.
Final Thoughts
When disassembling an office chair, be careful not to damage any parts. If it’s not necessary, don’t disassemble the parts of the chair. Every office chair arrives in a different way. Follow the instructions and work backwards. We recommend that you consult the manufacturer if you have any questions about the disassembly process. These tips and examples should help you disassemble your office chair.
