Are you struggling to work because the office chair you’re using keeps leaning forward? It’s annoying and uncomfortable, isn’t it? Or it could be even worse because it is giving you leg ache and backache? If you’re facing any of these problems, then we have all the solutions you can possibly need.
Unfortunately, when someone starts facing these problems, they usually their chair has fulfilled its lifespan and they need to replace them immediately. However, in most cases, the problem of your office chair leaning forward can easily be fixed. All you have to do is get a little research done, perform a little DIY and you’re good to go.
You need to understand that your office chair isn’t broken. It’s just malfunctioning which can be fixed easily. So, don’t lose your heart and don’t just go ahead with a new purchase. Read through what we have to say and we are sure you will be thrilled to have your chair fixed by the end of this article.
Why office chairs suddenly start leaning forward?
The very first step to fixing a problem is to understand the problem itself. So, this will help you understand what is wrong right away!
Why would an office chair suddenly start leaning forward?
But did you know that fully adjustable chairs actually come with this feature? Yes, they do. These adjustable chairs keep you relaxed through the day, perfect your posture and improve your body’s blood flow. So, yeah, sometimes it’s a good to have a chair that leans forward.
However, this does become a problem if it starts leaning forward too much and you can’t seem to adjust it in any other way. If that starts happening, then it’s providing you something that wasn’t promised in the first place.
If the chair tilt isn’t getting fixed, then there are possibly three reasons why it’s happening. We are enlisting them below.
- Either the forward tilt knob might be loose
- Or the tilt knob could be stuck
- Or maybe the knob is broken or dislodged
But now you know that when an office chair starts leaning forward, the tilt knob has everything to do with it which means you have figured out where the problem lies. Now it’s time to fix it.
Let’s take a closer look at how you can fix these problems.
Here are the Ways on How To Fix An Office Chair That Leans Forward
These three ways that you’re about to read will fix each of the problem that we have mentioned above.
Fixing a loose tilt knob
This is probably the easiest solution you can find. We honestly cannot it even term it as fixing a problem because it’s that obvious and convenient. However, we know how some people who don’t have an understand of this. That is why they may not know how to have to fixed.
All you have to do here is to tighten the loose tilt knob.
When the knob is loose, it will absolutely lean forward because of your legs weight. But when it’s tightened, it’s mechanism will hold the chair in its place despite of how heavy you may be.
But how do you fix the tilt knob?
Find the tilt knob and once you do, rotate it clockwise to tighten it.
Yes! That’s it. It was that easy. However, before you tighten the tilt, make sure it’s at the right degree i.e. angle.
If you think you require less or more tilt, then you can adjust it as per your requirements.
Fixing a stuck tilt knob
Now, moving on to the next solution when your tilt knob is stuck and instead of being loose. Here it’s not going to budge regardless of the fact how hard you might be trying. And since it isn’t budging, your chair will keep leaning forward.
To have this issue fixed, first you need to ask yourself, “why is it stuck in the first place?”
The answer you’re probably going to give yourself is either the knob is too rusty or it’s dirty. Now, you need to clean it to undo the damage that’s been done.
This will require for you to take your tools out since you will have to disassemble the knob to fix it. First, take off the seat. Although, it might not be necessary but for some chairs, it will make it easier for you to access the housing. Below you will find the housing of the chair. some chairs also have coverings which you will have to pry over with a screwdriver.
Now once you have access to the housing, you will find the lever and knob connections. Find the connection to the tilt knob and that is what you will have to clean.
You can use an oil or a spray to clean the connection. Once the grease, dirt and rust is gone, you will be able to rotate the knob conveniently. Tighten the knob and your issue will be resolved. Your office chair is back to being in perfect position.
Fixing a broken or dislodged tilt knob
The last solution will come to use when the tilt knob is broken or dislodged. But how would you know if either of that has happened?
If you have already tried to tighten the knob but it doesn’t work and the office chair keeps leaning forward, then chances are the knob is broken.
You will have to access the housing here as well. remove the seating and pry over the covering with a screwdriver. This time it will be easier for you to locate the connection because it has dislodged pins.
If the knob has been dislodged, it is easier to fix the tilt knob because you just have to put the pins back in place. You can also glue or clamp the pins together to keep it from dislodging again.
However, if the pins are broken then you will have to install a new one. You should call the manufacturers in this scenario since they will be able to send you the broken parts or replace them altogether for you.
But if you wish to replace the knob yourself then you will have to be very careful when you do it.
Conclusion,
To keep it simple and short, you need to locate your forward tilt knob and either tighten it, clean it or fix it up. It depends upon the problem you’re facing.
Fixing a chair that leans forward isn’t as hard as you may have thought. You just need to do a little extra effort and you’re good to go.
We hope we have answered all of your questions in this article. If there are any more queries you have in this regard, do let us know through your feedback below.