TSI PRIMA SERIES

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The Prima Series

The Prima auditorium chair is the obvious choice when luxury and attention to detail are factors during the selection process. Ideal for the corporate training facility, museum, or an intimate theatre, the Prima offers a refined look, clean lines, and a feeling of stability and superior comfort.

The Prima back is constructed with two inner back panels. The lower panel incorporates a lumbar cushion for extra back support. The solid leg panels give the chair a more substantial feel and the availability of a wider seat allows this chair to accommodate a greater range of users. The following Prima models are available:

Prima A1-U Equipped with inner upholstered seat and back cushions, and outer wood veneer panels with a finished plywood edge for acoustical quality and refined appearance. The Prima A1-U includes upholstered leg panels. Customized detailing on the backrest upholstery of the outer wood panels is optional.

Prima A1-W Equipped with inner upholstered seat and back cushions, and outer wood veneer panels with a finished plywood edge for acoustical quality and refined appearance. The Prima A1-W includes veneer leg panels. Customized detailing on the backrest upholstery of the outer wood panels is optional.

Prima C1-U Combines the beauty of a wood veneer outer back panel with the economy and warmth of a fully-upholstered seat. The Prima C1-U includes upholstered leg panels. The seat is equipped with a zippered slip-on fabric cover.

Prima C1-W Combines the beauty of a wood veneer outer back panel with the economy and warmth of a fully-upholstered seat. The Prima C1-W includes veneer leg panels. The seat is equipped with a zippered slip-on fabric cover.

Prima C3-U Features fully-upholstered seat and back cushions for an elegant and warm appearance. The Prima C3-U includes upholstered leg panels. Fabric slip-on covers are equipped with a zipper for easier on-site replacement.

Prima C3-W Features fully-upholstered seat and back cushions for an elegant and warm appearance. The Prima C3-W includes veneer leg panels. Fabric slip-on covers are equipped with a zipper for easier on-site replacement.

• Gravity, bumpered seat mechanism insures that the seat will always return to a consistent vertical position.
• Leg support panels and integrated armrests are available fully-upholstered or in a variety of veneers and finishes.
• Durable powder coat finish is standard on all steel components.
• Back is available fully-upholstered. A top reveal, three-sided reveal or non-inset upholstery detail is available with the outer veneer panel option.
• Standard lumbar cushion.
• Double-needle stitching on leather components.
• Standard spacing is 20″, 21″, 22″, 23″, and 24″ c.c. (of leg panels)
• 3 Warranty is standard on the Prima. 17 Years Warranty Extention Can be purchased on Prima

Gravity Tip-Up Seat The Prima seat tip-up action is attained by the use of a gravity counterweight mechanism. The advantages of a gravity mechanism over a spring or cylinder mechanism are as follows:

Consistent and automatic return to the upright position. Spring mechanisms can have inconsistent tip-up action due to the variation of the strength or fatigue of the steel springs. This affects the aesthetics of the room and may affect compliance with egress codes since the seats may not return to a consistent upright position.

Silent auction. Spring mechanisms are likely to develop squeaks and normally produce several loud hits before coming to a stop.

Seat tip-up will never fail. Because the Prima mechanism relies on gravity, it will never fail to return the seat to its upright position. In contrast, as a spring mechanism fatigues, the seat tip-up action will get slower. Eventually, the spring mechanism may fail to return the seat to the upright position, producing a possible violation of egress codes. 

Seat Construction The Prima seat construction is patterned after office chairs for long-term comfort and durability. Flexible polyurethane foam is glued directly to the structure of the seat. The advantages of this type of construction are as follows:

Silence, durability, comfort. Seats constructed with serpentine springs often fatigue, sag and fail. This creates an uncomfortable noisy seat, which may require replacement. TSI’s flexible polyurethane foam construction offers significant user comfort over long seating periods. Additionally, the absence of steel springs ensures completely silent compression during use.

Upholstered options. Unlike metal seat pans with serpentine springs, Prima’s all-wood construction allows for custom upholstery detailing. The fully-upholstered seat has a zippered slip-on fabric cover for easier on-site replacement.

TSI Chair Frames Prima legs are laminated assemblies of furniture-grade particleboard with steel hinge assemblies. The advantages of this type of construction are listed below:

Flexibility. The Prima’s laminated wood assembly allows for simple and cost-efficient design modifications for conformance to unique building conditions.

Cost of Ownership Due to the obvious product advantages of Prima seating as mentioned above, and the superior service and warranty levels offered by TSI, purchasing Prima seating is a better long-term value. The initial savings associated with the purchase of a less expensive chair is likely to be lost through ongoing maintenance and replacement during the lifetime of the product.

The Prima Series

The Prima auditorium chair is the obvious choice when luxury and attention to detail are factors during the selection process. Ideal for the corporate training facility, museum, or an intimate theatre, the Prima offers a refined look, clean lines, and a feeling of stability and superior comfort.

The Prima back is constructed with two inner back panels. The lower panel incorporates a lumbar cushion for extra back support. The solid leg panels give the chair a more substantial feel and the availability of a wider seat allows this chair to accommodate a greater range of users. The following Prima models are available:

Prima A1-U Equipped with inner upholstered seat and back cushions, and outer wood veneer panels with a finished plywood edge for acoustical quality and refined appearance. The Prima A1-U includes upholstered leg panels. Customized detailing on the backrest upholstery of the outer wood panels is optional.

Prima A1-W Equipped with inner upholstered seat and back cushions, and outer wood veneer panels with a finished plywood edge for acoustical quality and refined appearance. The Prima A1-W includes veneer leg panels. Customized detailing on the backrest upholstery of the outer wood panels is optional.

Prima C1-U Combines the beauty of a wood veneer outer back panel with the economy and warmth of a fully-upholstered seat. The Prima C1-U includes upholstered leg panels. The seat is equipped with a zippered slip-on fabric cover.

Prima C1-W Combines the beauty of a wood veneer outer back panel with the economy and warmth of a fully-upholstered seat. The Prima C1-W includes veneer leg panels. The seat is equipped with a zippered slip-on fabric cover.

Prima C3-U Features fully-upholstered seat and back cushions for an elegant and warm appearance. The Prima C3-U includes upholstered leg panels. Fabric slip-on covers are equipped with a zipper for easier on-site replacement.

Prima C3-W Features fully-upholstered seat and back cushions for an elegant and warm appearance. The Prima C3-W includes veneer leg panels. Fabric slip-on covers are equipped with a zipper for easier on-site replacement.

Prima Options

The Prima chair is available with many options. Choose the options that are appropriate for the project.

Back & Leg Options The Prima is available in a variety of upholstery options. Backs and seats can be either fully-upholstered or fitted with an outer veneer panel. Additionally, backs with outer veneer panels can be specified with a reveal at the top or on three sides. Leg panels can be specified in veneer or fully-upholstered.

Aisle Lights Low-voltage (24v) aisle lights discreetly illuminate dark aisles and steps, enhancing safety and visual appeal. Aisle lights are installed in the end leg panel. Wiring is routed through the frame to provide a clean installation.

Seat & Row Identification and Donor Tags Seat & row identification plates and donor tags are available in a variety of shapes and finishes. To achieve a flush, clean appearance, and in order to resist tampering, ID plates mounted on wood are recessed.

California Technical Bulletin 133 Fire Code Compliance (when required by local codes)

Solid Wood Edges Providing a higher level of warmth, solid wood edges hide the appearance of the plywood layers that can be seen on the edges of the optional outer wood seat and back panels.

(Note: See Exploded Assembly [Figure 5] and Floor Mounting Details [Figure 6] on the following pages. )
1. Use an approved floor plan to establish hole locations for the footplates. Note that the chair radius line coincides with the front hole of the footplate. Accurate center-to-center width spacing is critical to a proper installation. Tolerance on the chair width dimension is plus or minus 1/8″. It is critical not to exceed this tolerance on width spacing.

2. When mounting chairs over the carpet, punch two 5/8″ diameter holes in carpet to match holes in the chair base plate. Bolt leg frames to the floor as per the appropriate anchoring method. Use 1/4″ flat head machine bolt or wood screws and countersink lock washers. Hand-tighten bolts to allow for some slight movement in the leg frame. (See Figure 4.)

3. Attach back as follows: From the front, slip bottom two attachment bolt heads into round end slots (A) in leg frame bracket (D). Adjust bolt heads to ensure a snug fit to the inside of leg frame bracket (See Detail ‘A’). Rotate top of back rearward so that the top two attachment brackets (E) align with threaded holes at the top of leg frames (B). Install 1/4-20 x 5/8” SEMS machine screws through round end slots in brackets of adjacent backs. (See Detail ‘B’) Use one bracket only on end leg.

4. Orient the seat to the approximate occupied position and lower onto seat hinges (C). Install four 1/4-20 x 5/8” SEMS machine screws through slots in seat brackets and fasten to hinges. Insure seat is centered between legs prior to final tightening.

5. Flip seat up and down several times to insure that it pivots and returns to upright position freely. Adjustments can be made to the attachment bolts in either the seats or the backs.

6. Attach armrest by placing the routed area on the underside of the armrest over the formed gusset (B) at the top of leg frame. Secure using one 10-24 x 1″ machine screw at the front and one 10-24 x 2-1/2″ machine screw at the rear.

7. Tighten all floor attachments securely.

The Teatro chairs are designed and built for years of reliable service. The durability and beauty of the chair will, however, be greatly enhanced with proper care and inspection, as described below. Each project will be provided with an Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Manual which will describe in detail the maintenance measures to be taken by onsite personnel. For more information on the care of the veneer and fabric components of your product, please refer to the Finishes section of the Theatre Solutions binder.
Preventative Maintenance
Inspection and Cleaning
In the first year after the original installation, it is recommended that the chairs be inspected quarterly to insure that all chairs remain secure to the floor, and that the seats and backs remain tight to the leg frames. After the first year, this inspection interval can become longer, but should never exceed 6 months.
Lubrication
There are no components in the Teatro chair which require lubrication. Seat pivot hinges include a nylon bushing to insure silent and consistent performance.
Periodic Readjustment
Besides inspecting for loose screw attachments, there should not be any routine need for readjustment. If, however, a loose connection is discovered, please refer to the appropriate drawing and instructions for installing the subject component. These drawings and instructions can be found in the O&M Manual.
Corrective Maintenance
The Teatro chair has been designed and tested to achieve optimum performance and durability. In general, onsite maintenance personnel can provide the appropriate service to correct problems if they have the necessary spare parts and installation instructions.
Troubleshooting
In the event that a problem with the performance or finish of the chair occurs, it is often possible for immediate on-site remedies. TSI recommends that any loose component should be inspected for any visible evidence of breakage. If evidence is found, the part should be immediately replaced. If there is no evidence of breakage, the attachment hardware should be checked to insure tightness.
Obtaining Replacement Parts
A complete list of spare parts provided with the original installation is included in the O&M Manual. If any additional parts are required, simply contact Theatre Solutions and refer to the appropriate part number or the description listed in a drawing depicting the component.
Service Calls
For service work which cannot be executed by building user, contact Theatre Solutions and we will assist in arranging for a visit by qualified technicians.
Shipping Back to TSI
Prior to returning any component part(s) to Theatre Solutions, please contact us by phone or fax for instructions on packaging and shipment method.

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