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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Nov. 14, 2000
Filed:
May. 28, 1999
Michael R Mero, Jr, Monroe, MI (US);
Larry P LaPointe, Temperance, MI (US);
La-Z-Boy Incorporated, Monroe, MI (US);
Abstract
An all-linkage reclining chair having a reinforced chair frame is disclosed. The chair frame includes a side frame assembly integrally connected to a seat assembly along two orthogonal planes. More specifically, a longitudinal seat rail is secured to an inboard side panel which defines a longitudinal coupling plane. In addition, the front seat rail extends laterally outboard of the inboard side panel and is integrally connected to a front post panel associated with the side frame assembly which defines a transverse coupling plane. A support bracket is secured to the front seat rail and the front post assembly to further enhance the rigidity of the chair frame. An all-linkage reclining mechanism is secured to and operably supports the chair frame for reclining movement.