Guides and Manuals

How to Properly Set Up ALBA Chair Mechanisms

For optimal utilisation of all ALBA chair functions, proper setup of the chair mechanism is crucial. Each type of mechanism has specific adjustment options which, when used correctly, significantly enhance seating comfort. The following procedure will allow you to easily identify the type of your mechanism and find the corresponding instructions.

1. Identification by Configuration

On your chair’s label, there is a configuration number from which you can easily determine the specific type of mechanism with which the chair is equipped (type highlighted in blue).

ZOTA: B7032:  Esyn : kříž600: Zpíst

2. Finding in the List of Mechanisms

In the overview below, find the specific mechanism either by its type identified from the configuration number or by the photograph of the mechanism.

List of Mechanisms

SYNCHRO MECHANISM*

type Esyn

1 Seat height adjustment: lift lever

Lock/unlock the backrest swing:

  • push down lever – lock in the selected position (5 positions)
  • lift lever – release

3 Adjust tilt tension: turn knob

T-SYNCHRO MECHANISM*

type Tsyn

Seat height adjustment: lift lever

Lock/unlock the backrest swing:

  • push down lever – lock in the selected position (5 positions)
  • lift lever – release

Adjust tilt tension: turn knob

Seat depth adjustment: lift lever, adjustment range 50 mm

SYNCHRO MECHANISM*

type synLEV

1 Seat height adjustment: slide the control to the right

2  Lock the backrest swing: slide the control to the left (4 positions)

TB-SYNCHRO MECHANISM*

type TBsyn

Seat height adjustment: lift lever

Seat depth adjustment: lift lever, adjustment range 58 mm

Lock/unlock the backrest swing: 

  • turn lever – lock in the selected position (4 positions)
  • turn lever back – release

Adjust tilt tension: turn lever

SYN LaP MECHANISM*

type synLap

1 Mechanism lock (5 positions)

2 Seat height adjustment

3  Tension adjustment

4 Seat depth adjustment, range 65 mm, 6 locking positions

5 Seat tilt adjustment: 0˚, -5˚

ASYNCHRO MECHANISM*

type Easyn

1 Seat height adjustment: press lever

2 Adjust backrest inclination: press lever

3 Adjust seat inclination: lift lever

PIASTR MECHANISM*

type kloubCRT

1 Seat height adjustment: press lever

KNEE TILT MECHANISM

type kloubCRT (MARLENE)

1 Seat height adjustment: lift lever

2 Adjust tilt tension: turn lever

3 Lock/unlock the backrest swing: turn lever – lock in the selected position (3 positions)

SYNCHRO NON MECHANISM*

type Nsyn

1 Seat height adjustment: lift lever

2 Lock/unlock the backrest swing:

  •  push button – lock in the selected position (5 positions)
  • push button again – release 3

3 Adjust tilt tension: turn lever

4 Seat depth adjustment: turn lever (unlock), adjustment range 50 mm

5  Restrict the backrest inclination: push button

IMA/ERGO MECHANISM*

type synIMA

type synERG

1 Seat height adjustment: lift lever

2 Lock/unlock the backrest swing:

  • turn lever (IMA) / push button (ERGO) – lock in the selected position (5 positions)
  •  turn lever back (IMA) / push button (ERGO) – release

3 Adjust tilt tension: turn lever

4 Adjust seat tilt up to 0°, 2.5°, 5° – turn lever

5  Seat depth adjustment: Push lever inside to release the seat slider, release lever to lock the seat in the first available position, adjustment range 60 mm

PERMANENT CONTACT MECHANISM + PIASTR

type kloubCRT

type kloubCRT

1 Adjust backrest height: loosen knob, adjust, tighten knob

2 Lock/unlock the backrest: tighten/loosen knobv

3 Adjust the distance between backrest and seat: loosen knob, adjust, tighten knob

4 Seat height adjustment: press lever

MECHANIKA ASSISTBLOCK*

type Ameh (MERLI)

type Ameh (DISPOS)

1 Seat height adjustment: lift lever

2 Lock/unlock the backrest swing:

  • turn lever – lock in the selected position (4 positions)
  •  turn lever back – release

3  Adjust tilt tension: turn knob

Always apply appropriate force to the controls.

*The mechanism is equipped with an anti-shock system to prevent the backrest from returning spontaneously when released.

Instructions and Recommendations for ALBA Chair Maintenance 

Avoid direct sunlight, as upholstery may fade due to UV radiation. When using, be careful of belts, jewellery with sharp edges, studs or zips on clothing that could damage the product. Regularly vacuum dust with a soft upholstery nozzle or brush; do not steam clean upholstery. Remove dust and dirt from smooth surfaces (leather and imitation leather, plastic, wood, metal) with a damp soft cloth or cleaning agent suitable for these materials. Clean the entire surface thoroughly and evenly.

For heavily soiled upholstery fabrics, we recommend professional cleaning. Upholstery can also be cleaned with a suitable foam cleaning agent or special upholstery cleaning product. Before treating stains, remove coarse dirt and dust with a soft brush. Brush with appropriate force to avoid damaging the textile fibres. Immediately absorb liquids using dry, absorbent material. Never apply cleaning solution directly to the stain; always apply it to the cloth. Before cleaning, test the cleaning agent on an inconspicuous area.

When wet cleaning, use as little water as possible and clean the entire surface from seam to seam to avoid wet stains whose edges would be visible after drying. Do not rub too hard as you would damage the upholstery fibres. Allow to dry completely before use; never wring. Imitation leather can be cleaned with a gentle, non-aggressive agent. When cleaning with chlorine, wipe immediately after use with a gentle, non-aggressive cleaning agent or lukewarm water. Leatherette is colourfast even when using cleaning agents with alcohol and organic solvents.

Important Notice  

Do not use organic solvents, thinners, white spirit or aggressive chemical cleaners to clean our products, otherwise irreversible damage may occur.

Colour Consistency 

Products from different production batches may have minor colour variations that are within normal commercial tolerances. Please note that the final properties of seams depend on the type of seam and the type of needle and thread. When sewing, we recommend seeking professional advice.

We reserve the right to change technical specifications without prior notice.