Patent ID: 6557934
Filing Date: 2003-05-06
Classification: A47C,Y10S

Abstract:
A reclining mechanism for a furniture item to allow movement of the furniture item between upright and reclined positions, the reclining mechanism comprising:support structure adapted for attachment to the furniture item, linkage coupled with said support structure and operative to move the furniture item between the upright and reclined positions, a footrest support bar connected for longitudinal movement with respect to the support structure between extended and retracted positions, the footrest support bar having an S-shaped section located between first and second ends, said first end adapted for connection to a footrest member for supporting legs of a seat occupant, and actuating structure connected with said footrest support bar and operable to move said footrest support bar along said S-shaped section between said extended and retracted positions, said actuating structure being driven by a motorized drive assembly.