Frequently Asked Questions

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<div id="page_content_full"> <div id="faq-links"> <a href="#chair">Chair</a> <a href="#seat">Portable Seat</a> <a href="#safety">Safety, materials & manufacturing</a> <a href="#accessories">Accessories</a> </div> <a name="chair" id="chair"></a> <h2>minui HandySitt Chair</h2> How does it connect to the portable seat? Small metal clips at the front of the Chair's seat flip up to hold the feet of the Portable Seat. Powerful magnets hidden in the wood of the Chair then connect to the metal arms of the Portable Seat. The strap on the underside of the Portable Seat should then be secured to the Chair. <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/handysitt/4280358193/" target="_blank" title="Flickr">Show me</a> Are those magnets strong enough? Yes. They're pretty darn strong. And, when the strap from the Portable Seat is fastened as well, it's very solid. How long does assembly take? Using these improved instructions optimized for North America, it takes about 20 minutes. <a href='http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0017/3562/files/Chair_AssemblyInstructions_NAmerica.pdf?1267823606'>Chair assembly instructions <img src="http://static.shopify.com/s/files/1/0017/3562/files/icn_pdf.gif?1264796836" alt="PDF" width="13" height="13" /></a> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/HandySitt#p/a/u/0/91wexAqhcfQ" title="3min vidoe on Youtube" target=_blank">Instruction video</a> What are the dimensions of the chair when assembled? Seat height: 18" (same as a normal adult chair) Overall height: 27" Footprint: 14" wide at the front and 16" at the back, 21" deep How big is the box it ships in? 28" x 14" x 3" How much does the Chair weigh? 12lbs. Will the minui HandySitt Portable Seat I bought two years ago work on this Chair? Yes. The Chair has been designed to be backwards compatible for any HandySitt Portable Seat -- except those with stainless steel arms -- ever sold. If you have a Portable Seat with stainless steel arms, it won't magnetize to the Chair. If you're in this boat, contact us and we'll figure something out. It works as a stepstool? How much weight can it accommodate? The Chair has been designed to accommodate up to 350lbs. How long have these been around? While the minui HandySitt Portable high chair has sold in Europe for nearly 20 years, the Chair was introduced Internationally in 2010. Is it safe? Very. HandySitt conforms to European and North American safety standards for a free standing high chair (conforming to BS EN 14988:2006). It is approved by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Technischer_%C3%9Cberwachungsverein" target="_blank" title="Wikipedia">TÜV</a>, the most respected company and product certifying agency in Europe. Not only do they safety test products, they also assess companies for their commitment to free trade and sustainable practices. Annually, they audit minui’s production and warehouse facilities. Why no tray? Studies show that sitting around the family dinner table is ideal for language and social skill development. Without a tray on the HandySitt, your child can sit beside you at the table to eat or play. Are the finishes and plastics safe? Yes. All varnishes and paints are formaldehyde free, and plastics contain no <a href="http://209.85.173.104/search?q=cache:ofdO_JxOVeUJ:www.intertek-labtest.com/bulletins/360111+Phthalate+Directive&hl=en&ct=clnk&cd=4" target="_blank">phthalates</a> or <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bisphenol_A" target="_blank" title="Wikipedia">Bisphenol A (BPA)</a>. <a name="seat" id="seat"></a> <h2 class="faq">minui HandySitt Portable Seat</h2> How long does assembly take? No assembly required. Use it right out of the box. Is it difficult to fit it on to a chair? No, any adult can set it up in about 30 seconds. Will it fit on all chairs? Not quite, but it does fit most. Please take a look at <a href="howitworks#illustrations">these illustrations</a> for specifications. What if my dining room chair back is higher than 19"? Try it on some other chairs in your house. There's usually always one that fits. Why no tray? Studies show that sitting around the family dinner table is ideal for language and social skill development. Without a tray on the HandySitt, your child can sit beside you at the table to eat or play. What age is the minui HandySitt portable high chair designed to accommodate? As soon as your child has upper body control, usually around 6 months, until they're about 5 years of age. For additional support, we recommend the Baby Cushion for kids 6 - 12 months. Is it a high chair or a booster seat? It's both, as it works with a harness for kids 6 months - 3 years old, then without the harness as a booter seat for kids 3-5 years old. Is it comfortable to sit in? Probably not for you, but it has been designed to encourage children to sit in a correct ergonomic position - back straight, feet supported on the chair and elbows at table height. So yes, for kids, it's comfortable. That looks like a hard seat. It is, but we sit in wooden chairs all the time without the luxurious padding a diaper affords. It doesn't look big enough for a 5 year old? It may look small with its compact design, but the seat is the same size as a standard high chair. Efficient use of materials is a key design value for minui. When do I stop harnessing my child in? The standard 3-point harness is required for children up to 3 years old. After that, your child can sit at the right height at the table without it. How big is the box this portable high chair ships in? It measures 3.5" x 12.5" x 21.5". How heavy are they? You mean "how light?" They're a little over 5lbs. How long have these been around? Not long in North America, but they've been selling like hotcakes in Denmark for nearly 20 years and the UK for 10. The modern European high chair is now sold in 30 countries. <a name="safety" id="safety"></a> <h2 class="faq">Safety, materials & manufacturing</h2> Is the wooden high chair safe? Very. The minui HandySitt conforms to European safety standards for a free standing high chair (conforming to BS EN 14988:2006). It is approved by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Technischer_%C3%9Cberwachungsverein" target="_blank" title="Wikipedia" >TÜV</a>, the most respected company and product certifying agency in Europe. Not only do they safety test products, they also assess companies for their commitment to free trade and sustainable practices. Annually, they audit minui’s production and warehouse facilities. Are the finishes and plastics safe? Yes. All varnishes and paints are formaldehyde free, and plastics contain no <a href="http://209.85.173.104/search?q=cache:ofdO_JxOVeUJ:www.intertek-labtest.com/bulletins/360111+Phthalate+Directive&hl=en&ct=clnk&cd=4" target="_blank">phthalates</a> or <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bisphenol_A" target="_blank" title="Wikipedia">Bisphenol A (BPA)</a>. What are the modern high chairs made out of? Using <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Forest_Stewardship_Council" target="_blank" title="Wikipedia">FSC</a>-certified birch, they're primarily wooden high chairs. Other materials include steel for the arms, and plastic for the Portable Seat's hooks and feet. Where are they made? Northern Europe. Keeping manufacturing in Europe is the only way minui can guarantee quality, manage their environmental impact and ensure your child won't be exposed to lead paint. Why are they made in Europe? It's the only way minui can guarantee quality, manage their environmental impact and ensure your child won't be exposed to lead paint. More: <a href="our-green-commitment">Our Green Commitment</a> <a name="accessories" id="accessories"></a> <h2 class="faq">Accessories</h2> How do I attach the 3-point and 5-point harness to the portable high chair? Unscrew the bolts which are used to tighten the adjustable arms. Thread the eye on the harness side straps over the bolts and screw them back in. <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/handysitt/sets/72157622620130235/" target="_blank" title="Flickr" >A few photos</a> for reference. Do I need a baby cushion? The <a href="../products/handysitt#accessories">Baby Cushion</a> sports padded flaps on each side to keep your young one snug in the high chair. We recommend it for infants 6 - 12 months. Why would I get the 5-point harness? The standard 3-point harness is adequate, although some parents like the additional support of the 5-point. In other words, it's a personal preference. What's the StandAlone for? The <a href="../products/handysitt#accessories">StandAlone</a> affixes to your HandySitt portable high chair, turning it into a chair for floor, patio or park use. We take ours along to picnics. </div>

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Frequently Asked Questions 2010-03-08T22:43:51-08:00 <notextile> <div id="page_content_full"> <div id="faq-links"> <a href="#chair">Chair</a> <a href="#seat">Portable Seat</a> <a href="#safety">Safety, materials & manufacturing</a> <a href="#accessories">Accessories</a> </div> <a name="chair" id="chair"></a> <h2>minui HandySitt Chair</h2> How does it connect to the portable seat? Small metal clips at the front of the Chair's seat flip up to hold the feet of the Portable Seat. Powerful magnets hidden in the wood of the Chair then connect to the metal arms of the Portable Seat. The strap on the underside of the Portable Seat should then be secured to the Chair. <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/handysitt/4280358193/" target="_blank" title="Flickr">Show me</a> Are those magnets strong enough? Yes. They're pretty darn strong. And, when the strap from the Portable Seat is fastened as well, it's very solid. How long does assembly take? Using these improved instructions optimized for North America, it takes about 20 minutes. <a href='http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0017/3562/files/Chair_AssemblyInstructions_NAmerica.pdf?1267823606'>Chair assembly instructions <img src="http://static.shopify.com/s/files/1/0017/3562/files/icn_pdf.gif?1264796836" alt="PDF" width="13" height="13" /></a> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/HandySitt#p/a/u/0/91wexAqhcfQ" title="3min vidoe on Youtube" target=_blank">Instruction video</a> What are the dimensions of the chair when assembled? Seat height: 18" (same as a normal adult chair) Overall height: 27" Footprint: 14" wide at the front and 16" at the back, 21" deep How big is the box it ships in? 28" x 14" x 3" How much does the Chair weigh? 12lbs. Will the minui HandySitt Portable Seat I bought two years ago work on this Chair? Yes. The Chair has been designed to be backwards compatible for any HandySitt Portable Seat -- except those with stainless steel arms -- ever sold. If you have a Portable Seat with stainless steel arms, it won't magnetize to the Chair. If you're in this boat, contact us and we'll figure something out. It works as a stepstool? How much weight can it accommodate? The Chair has been designed to accommodate up to 350lbs. How long have these been around? While the minui HandySitt Portable high chair has sold in Europe for nearly 20 years, the Chair was introduced Internationally in 2010. Is it safe? Very. HandySitt conforms to European and North American safety standards for a free standing high chair (conforming to BS EN 14988:2006). It is approved by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Technischer_%C3%9Cberwachungsverein" target="_blank" title="Wikipedia">TÜV</a>, the most respected company and product certifying agency in Europe. Not only do they safety test products, they also assess companies for their commitment to free trade and sustainable practices. Annually, they audit minui’s production and warehouse facilities. Why no tray? Studies show that sitting around the family dinner table is ideal for language and social skill development. Without a tray on the HandySitt, your child can sit beside you at the table to eat or play. Are the finishes and plastics safe? Yes. All varnishes and paints are formaldehyde free, and plastics contain no <a href="http://209.85.173.104/search?q=cache:ofdO_JxOVeUJ:www.intertek-labtest.com/bulletins/360111+Phthalate+Directive&hl=en&ct=clnk&cd=4" target="_blank">phthalates</a> or <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bisphenol_A" target="_blank" title="Wikipedia">Bisphenol A (BPA)</a>. <a name="seat" id="seat"></a> <h2 class="faq">minui HandySitt Portable Seat</h2> How long does assembly take? No assembly required. Use it right out of the box. Is it difficult to fit it on to a chair? No, any adult can set it up in about 30 seconds. Will it fit on all chairs? Not quite, but it does fit most. Please take a look at <a href="howitworks#illustrations">these illustrations</a> for specifications. What if my dining room chair back is higher than 19"? Try it on some other chairs in your house. There's usually always one that fits. Why no tray? Studies show that sitting around the family dinner table is ideal for language and social skill development. Without a tray on the HandySitt, your child can sit beside you at the table to eat or play. What age is the minui HandySitt portable high chair designed to accommodate? As soon as your child has upper body control, usually around 6 months, until they're about 5 years of age. For additional support, we recommend the Baby Cushion for kids 6 - 12 months. Is it a high chair or a booster seat? It's both, as it works with a harness for kids 6 months - 3 years old, then without the harness as a booter seat for kids 3-5 years old. Is it comfortable to sit in? Probably not for you, but it has been designed to encourage children to sit in a correct ergonomic position - back straight, feet supported on the chair and elbows at table height. So yes, for kids, it's comfortable. That looks like a hard seat. It is, but we sit in wooden chairs all the time without the luxurious padding a diaper affords. It doesn't look big enough for a 5 year old? It may look small with its compact design, but the seat is the same size as a standard high chair. Efficient use of materials is a key design value for minui. When do I stop harnessing my child in? The standard 3-point harness is required for children up to 3 years old. After that, your child can sit at the right height at the table without it. How big is the box this portable high chair ships in? It measures 3.5" x 12.5" x 21.5". How heavy are they? You mean "how light?" They're a little over 5lbs. How long have these been around? Not long in North America, but they've been selling like hotcakes in Denmark for nearly 20 years and the UK for 10. The modern European high chair is now sold in 30 countries. <a name="safety" id="safety"></a> <h2 class="faq">Safety, materials & manufacturing</h2> Is the wooden high chair safe? Very. The minui HandySitt conforms to European safety standards for a free standing high chair (conforming to BS EN 14988:2006). It is approved by <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Technischer_%C3%9Cberwachungsverein" target="_blank" title="Wikipedia" >TÜV</a>, the most respected company and product certifying agency in Europe. Not only do they safety test products, they also assess companies for their commitment to free trade and sustainable practices. Annually, they audit minui’s production and warehouse facilities. Are the finishes and plastics safe? Yes. All varnishes and paints are formaldehyde free, and plastics contain no <a href="http://209.85.173.104/search?q=cache:ofdO_JxOVeUJ:www.intertek-labtest.com/bulletins/360111+Phthalate+Directive&hl=en&ct=clnk&cd=4" target="_blank">phthalates</a> or <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bisphenol_A" target="_blank" title="Wikipedia">Bisphenol A (BPA)</a>. What are the modern high chairs made out of? Using <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Forest_Stewardship_Council" target="_blank" title="Wikipedia">FSC</a>-certified birch, they're primarily wooden high chairs. Other materials include steel for the arms, and plastic for the Portable Seat's hooks and feet. Where are they made? Northern Europe. Keeping manufacturing in Europe is the only way minui can guarantee quality, manage their environmental impact and ensure your child won't be exposed to lead paint. Why are they made in Europe? It's the only way minui can guarantee quality, manage their environmental impact and ensure your child won't be exposed to lead paint. More: <a href="our-green-commitment">Our Green Commitment</a> <a name="accessories" id="accessories"></a> <h2 class="faq">Accessories</h2> How do I attach the 3-point and 5-point harness to the portable high chair? Unscrew the bolts which are used to tighten the adjustable arms. Thread the eye on the harness side straps over the bolts and screw them back in. <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/handysitt/sets/72157622620130235/" target="_blank" title="Flickr" >A few photos</a> for reference. Do I need a baby cushion? The <a href="../products/handysitt#accessories">Baby Cushion</a> sports padded flaps on each side to keep your young one snug in the high chair. We recommend it for infants 6 - 12 months. Why would I get the 5-point harness? The standard 3-point harness is adequate, although some parents like the additional support of the 5-point. In other words, it's a personal preference. What's the StandAlone for? The <a href="../products/handysitt#accessories">StandAlone</a> affixes to your HandySitt portable high chair, turning it into a chair for floor, patio or park use. We take ours along to picnics. </div> </notextile>