Adjusting your Herman Miller Aeron Remastered chair is key to optimizing your comfort and ergonomic support throughout the day. This iconic chair offers a range of intuitive controls designed to adapt to your unique body and work style.
Understanding Your Aeron Remastered Controls
The Aeron Remastered features several levers and knobs, primarily located on the right and left sides beneath the seat, as well as controls on the armrests and back. Familiarizing yourself with these allows for personalized adjustments.
| Adjustment Feature | Location | Function |
|---|---|---|
| **Seat Height** | Right-side lever (frontmost) | Raises or lowers the seat to align your feet flat on the floor. |
| **Tilt Tension** | Right-side knob (under seat) | Controls the resistance when leaning back. |
| **Tilt Limiter** | Left-side lever (rearmost) | Sets how far back the chair can recline. |
| **Forward Tilt** | Left-side lever (frontmost) | Tilts the seat and back slightly forward for an engaged posture. |
| **Armrest Height** | Lever under each armrest | Adjusts armrest height to support your elbows at a 90-degree angle. |
| **Armrest Pivot** | Rotate the arm pad | Angles the armrests inward or outward. |
| **PostureFit SL Lumbar Support** | Knob on the back of the chair | Adjusts the depth and height of the lumbar and sacral support pads. |
Detailed Adjustment Steps
1. Seat Height
- Locate the Lever: Find the frontmost paddle-shaped lever on the right side, beneath the seat.
- Adjust:
- To raise the seat, lift your weight off the chair, then lift the lever. Release the lever when at the desired height.
- To lower the seat, remain seated and lift the lever. Release the lever when your feet are flat on the floor, with your knees forming a 90-degree angle.
2. Tilt Tension
- Locate the Knob: This large, round knob is located on the right side, beneath the seat, towards the back.
- Adjust:
- Turn the knob forward (clockwise) to increase the tension, making it harder to recline.
- Turn the knob backward (counter-clockwise) to decrease the tension, making it easier to recline.
- Goal: Set the tension so you can recline comfortably without feeling like you're falling backward, but also without needing to exert excessive force.
3. Tilt Limiter
- Locate the Lever: Find the rearmost paddle-shaped lever on the left side, beneath the seat.
- Adjust: This feature allows you to control how far back your chair will recline.
- To engage the tilt limiter, push the lever down to select one of three recline positions: fully upright, a mid-recline, or a deeper recline.
- To disable the tilt limiter and allow full recline, lift the lever up.
- Practical Use: You can push this lever all the way down and lean back to set your desired maximum recline. The tilt limiter lets you sit comfortably in either a fully upright or a partially reclined position, providing support where you need it most.
4. Forward Tilt
- Locate the Lever: This is the frontmost paddle-shaped lever on the left side, usually just above the tilt limiter lever.
- Adjust:
- To engage forward tilt, lean forward, lift the lever, and then lean back slightly. The seat will then tilt forward.
- To disengage forward tilt, lean back, lift the lever, and then lean forward slightly. The seat will return to a level position.
- Benefit: Forward tilt can be helpful for tasks requiring intense focus, bringing you closer to your desk while maintaining an open hip angle.
5. Armrests (Height & Pivot)
- Height Adjustment:
- Locate the Lever: Find the small lever located on the underside of each armrest.
- Adjust: Lift the lever to unlock, then move the armrest up or down. Release the lever to lock it in place.
- Goal: Your arms should rest lightly on the armrests with your elbows at a 90-degree angle, supporting your shoulders without shrugging.
- Pivot Adjustment:
- Adjust: Simply grasp the arm pad and rotate it inward or outward to support your arms comfortably, especially when typing or using a mouse.
6. PostureFit SL Lumbar Support
- Locate the Knob: Find the round knob located on the back of the chair, usually in the lower back region.
- Adjust:
- Turn the knob clockwise to increase the depth and firmness of the lumbar and sacral support pads, pushing them further into your back.
- Turn the knob counter-clockwise to decrease the depth, relaxing the support.
- Goal: Adjust until you feel firm, even support in your lower back and sacrum, promoting a natural S-curve in your spine.
For a visual guide and further details, you can often find comprehensive adjustment videos on the official Herman Miller website or reputable office furniture dealer sites, such as the Herman Miller Aeron Chair Adjustment Guide from a retailer like Smart Furniture.
