摘要 |
<p>A "two-way" recliner mechanism for use in articles of furniture is disclosed. The two-way recliner mechanism provides operative first and second linkages for tilting the seat assembly 18 relative to a stationary chair frame and for extending and retracting a leg rest assembly 18, respectively. The first linkage mechanism is a toggle-lock mechanism operable for holding the seat assembly in the upright position and the second linkage is an over-center toggle mechanism 132 operable for actuating the leg rest assembly. The first and second linkages are activated by a short-stroke actuator handle 24 concealed in the upholstery of the chair, sofa or loveseat which may be easily operated by the seat occupant. Means are provided to variably adjust the resistance acting on the leg rest assembly upon movement from the extended position toward the retracted position. <IMAGE></p> |