Explain Berkline Manual Recline?

[Josuah]

So I've seen mentioned in a few posts that the manual recline option isn't that great. I can't even see a lever in the photos on the UHE web site; so could you explain how you execute a manual recline and why the three choices aren't so great? The recliners I currently have are more of a manual release and then you use your body to position the amount of recline along the entire length. But it seems the Berkline manual recline only allows three set positions?

[bpape]

I know that in the past, they had it more as you describe - using your weight to control it. The seats I currently have are the same way - and I'd never by them like this again. Realistically, there are places where it's more uncomfortable trying to keep the recline right and it's IMO distracting.

I think this is why Berk went that way. They had a lot of complaints about the same thing. Now, take this with a grain of salt as I've not sat in any of the manual Berks for over 4 years now. I'm only speaking to personal experience in the past.

Bryan

[RSH]

Josuah,

The manual recliner control is a push button, which is located on the right side of the seating cushion and that is why you cannot see it. YOu need to slide your hand in between a cushion and the armrest (or another seating cushion depending on your configuration) and push the button there.

[Josuah]

Hm. I've never had an issue with "balancing" or having to work at keeping your reclined position with my chairs. Thanks for the info, Bryan and Roman.