This Bobrick B - 5193 folding shower seat has a compact design. The seat is made of durable, water - resistant, ivory - colored, 5/16' (8mm) thick solid phenolic. Its 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 25.5' (648mm) 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. You should consult and follow local building codes. If the seat isn't adequately secured, remove it from service to avoid injury. Also, don't use the seat if the weight exceeds 500 lbs (227 kg) to prevent malfunction and potential injury. The seat features 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 made of 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. It's not spring - loaded and doesn't return automatically to the upright position. The support system allows for varying mounting heights and leaves the floor clear for easy cleaning. The non - porous solid phenolic seat is safe, doesn't splinter, and won't support bacteria growth. Installation varies depending on the wall type (stud, prefabricated shower stall, or masonry), and a safety plate should be mounted on the wall near the seat to meet A.N.S.I. Standards.
Using this Bobrick B - 5193 folding shower seat is easy. When you're not using it, just fold it up against the wall. To unfold it, simply pull the top of the seat away from the wall. Remember, the seat isn't spring - loaded, so it won't automatically return to the upright position. For safety, make sure the seat is firmly secured to the wall. Shower seats are only as strong as the anchors and the walls they're attached to. Always consult and follow local building codes when installing. If you notice that the seat isn't adequately secured, don't use it and have the building owner or maintenance personnel remove it from service. Also, never use the seat to support weights over 500 lbs (227 kg) to avoid malfunction and potential injury. As for maintenance, the non - porous solid phenolic seat is easy to clean. It doesn't splinter or require oiling, and it won't support the growth of bacteria. Just wipe it down regularly with a mild cleaner. Check the mounting regularly to ensure everything remains secure.
