The Bobrick B - 5191 shower seat features a compact design. Its seat is made of durable, water - resistant, ivory - colored, 5/16' (8mm) thick solid phenolic. The frame and mounting bracket are crafted from type 304 stainless steel with a self - locking mechanism. When properly installed, it can support up to 500 lbs (227 kg). The seat is 18' (455mm) wide and projects 15 13/16' (400mm) from the wall. Safety is a top priority. Shower seats are only as strong as their anchors and the walls they're attached to, so they must be firmly secured. Comply with local building codes. If the seat isn't adequately secured, remove it from service to avoid injury. Don't use it to support weights over 500 lbs (227 kg) to prevent malfunction and potential injury. The seat is a one - piece, 5/16' (8mm) thick solidly fused plastic laminate with matte - finish melamine surfaces, ivory - colored face sheets, and a black phenolic - resin core that won't delaminate. It has integral slots for water drainage and is secured to the frame with stainless steel carriage bolts and acorn nuts. The frame is 18 - 8, type - 304 stainless steel with a satin finish. The mounting flanges, baseplate, spring, and guide bracket are also made of high - quality stainless steel. The shower seat can be folded up against the wall when not in use. The spring at the top of the baseplate locks it upright until you pull the top of the seat away from the wall. The support system with the guide bracket allows for different mounting heights and makes floor cleaning easier. The non - porous solid phenolic seat doesn't splinter, doesn't need oiling, and won't support bacteria growth. For installation, secure the unit to the wall as indicated. Comply with local building codes for mounting height. Use the appropriate screws and backing for different wall types. Install the safety plate near the seat to inform users of weight restrictions and meet ANSI standards.
Using this Bobrick B - 5191 shower seat is easy. When you're not using it, you can fold it up against the wall. Just pull the top of the seat away from the wall to release the spring and let it lock into the upright position. It's designed to support up to 500 lbs (227 kg), but make sure it's properly installed. Here are some important things to note. Always check that the seat is firmly attached to the wall. If it seems loose, don't use it and remove it from service right away. Also, never put more than 500 lbs (227 kg) on the seat to avoid malfunction and possible injury. Make sure to follow local building codes during installation. For stud walls, use the concealed backing and the provided stainless steel sheet - metal screws. For prefabricated shower stalls, rely on the backing provided by the stall manufacturer and use the supplied mounting screws. For masonry walls, you can use fiber plugs, expansion shields, toggle bolts, or expansion bolts. Don't forget to install the safety plate near the seat to let users know about the weight limits. To keep your shower seat in good shape, it doesn't need much maintenance. The non - porous solid phenolic seat won't support bacteria growth, and it doesn't splinter or require oiling. Just clean it regularly like you would clean the rest of your shower area.
