Metropolitan

Product Codes

Swivel Armchair

ME100	ME100_1L	ME84_L
ME100_1	ME84

Footrest

ME62

ME62_1

Cushion

ME_P

Warnings

Keep for reference: read carefully.

Always remember to be careful not to use the product improperly, considering its designated functions.

When the product is no longer used, do not abandon it, but take it to a suitable public waste collection facility.

High potential magnets are inserted in the headrest cushion.
Magnets could be dangerous for people with pacemaker.
Magnets could damage magnetic cards, credit cards, electrical equipment.

In the presence of delicate floors (e.g. parquet flooring), we recommend removing the plastic and inserting the attachment with felt.

This product sheet complies with the legal obligations pursuant to the "Consumer Code" Decree n. 206 dated 6/9/2005 and the "Actuation Regulation" Decree n. 101 dated 8/2/1997.

Materials

Internal frame
tubular steel and steel profiles

Internal frame upholstery
Bayfit® flexible cold shaped polyurethane foam, polyester fibre cover

Seat cushion upholstery
shaped polyurethane, polyester fibre, polyester fibre cover

Seat cushion upholstery (ME84-ME84_L)
shaped polyurethane of different density, polyester fibre cover

Lumbar and headrest cushion upholstery
polyester fibre, cotton cover

Headrest fixing tools
magnets

Support frame (ME100)
aluminium laminate and extrusions

Support frame (ME100_1-ME84-ME62_1)
die-cast aluminium and extrusions

Support frame (ME62)
drawn steel

Base-frame (ME100_1L-ME84_L)
drawn steel and wood

Ferrules
thermoplastic material

Cover
fabric or leather

Maintenance

Cover

For home washing of covers, follow the symbols on the technical sheet that came with the product.
Periodically adjust the Velcro fasteners to remove folds and creases due to normal use of the product.
If there are no Velcro fasteners, smooth the cover manually from the inside towards the outside.
For ordinary cleaning, dust with a soft dry cotton cloth.
If liquids should accidentally fall on the surface, remove them immediately and dry with paper towels.
The surface can then be cleaned with a white cotton or microfibre cloth, slightly damp with water and neutral soap, and then dried in a well-ventilated place.
In case of stains, act immediately to blot the stain with a clean white cloth and, if necessary, remove the dirt with a spoon or knife, using the flat part horizontally and being very careful to not ruin the cover.
Dab the stain from the outer edges inward to avoid rings.
All actions must be done with circular movements, without exerting excessive mechanical pressure.
Our Stores and dealers sell the specific 'Kit for leather maintenance and cleaning' by B&B Italia (code SETPN), which contains products suitable for the protection and cleaning of your leather product.

Upholstery

Manually punch the cushions on all sides, fluff them up to air the padding and restore the original volume.
For best results, remove the cushion covers regularly, knead and fluff up the padding, and air it possibly outdoors before slipping on the cover once again.
If possible, periodically change the position of the most used cushions with the less used ones.

Aluminium - Steel

We advise using normal commercial products for cleaning delicate surfaces and/or warm water and neutral soap.
Never use abrasives or products containing solvents, ammonia and/or alcohol.
Make sure to dry the surfaces completely after washing.

Wood - Painting

For weekly maintenance, dust the surface with a dry cloth.
For dried dirt, use a well-squeezed out cloth, damp with warm water.
For greasy or oily dirt, use a damp sponge and dish washing detergent, and then wipe with a well-squeezed out cloth damp with warm water.
Warning! Apply the detergent directly on the damp sponge, and never on directly on the furniture.
Do not exert excessive pressure and always follow the grain on wood furniture.
Note that if you press or rub too hard, surfaces can become 'polished'.
Avoid using abrasives and products containing solvents, ammonia and/or alcohol.
Make sure to dry the surfaces completely after washing.

Warranty

B&B Italia guarantees the frame of its padded furniture (sofas, armchairs, chairs and beds) for 10 years from the date of manufacture (as stated on the "Product data sheet - Guarantee"). These products are covered by the warranty against original defects in manufacturing of the structural parts consisting of the iron frame wrapped in cold foamed polyurethane. B&B Italia guarantees the cover, the feet, the materials, accessories and mechanisms making up the product for 26 months from the date of manufacture (as stated on the "Product data sheet - Guarantee") against any manufacturing defect including lacquering and frame of non-upholstery products. In any case, it has to be pointed out that the materials, even if adequately lightfast to sunlight and artificial light, may be subject to alterations over time due to prolonged exposure to light, washing and ordinary mechanical wear. The guarantee refers to original product manufacturing defects and consists of replacement or repair, free of charge, of the unusable or defective parts, ascertained and acknowledged as such by B&B Italia or its representative. The guarantee does not cover anomalies and spoilage due to:

normal wear over time;
illegitimate use;
inappropriate care with treatments not complying with the enclosed instructions.

Moreover, the guarantee does not cover defects of non-compliance that cannot be attributed to B&B Italia (e.g. incorrect assembling of the product and/or assembling not complying with the assembling instructions). This provision also applies to those products that are designed to be installed directly by the consumer, in the presence of correct and exhaustive instructions. The guarantee shall be forfeited if the products are unassembled, modified or repaired by anyone who is not authorised by B&B Italia. Any intervention made in guarantee does not interrupt the course thereof. To exercise the rights deriving from this guarantee, the relevant "Product data sheet - Guarantee" shall be forwarded to B&B Italia (to the address stated below) bearing the date of manufacture; said "Product data sheet - Guarantee" shall therefore be retained for the entire period during which the guarantee is valid. B&B Italia S.p.A. 22060 Novedrate (CO) Italy, Strada Provinciale 32 n.15 For the purpose of better preserving the product over time it is recommended:

not to jump or sit on the overhanging parts, the backrests and the armrests;
not to drag the product, lifting it instead, so as to avoid damages to the parts resting on the floor;
to protect the product against shocks and contact with pointed and sharp elements and liquids or detergents containing corrosive agents;
to follow the care instructions listed in the specific section of the material enclosed with the product.

Designer

Jeffrey Bernett

Based in Nyc, Jeffrey Bernett founded his firm in 1995, and presented his first collection “Ideas for Production” at the 1996 International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF) in New York garnering the top honour, the Editor’s Award for “Best of Show”.

Since then, Bernett’s work has spanned disciplines, extending from design related, problem-solving products, to larger, more complex systems. Jeffrey Bernett believes that the best solutions emerge from equal parts humanity, intellect and reativity, and he is fortunate enough to be to work with several of Europe’s best-regarded manufacturers.

His firm holds numerous patents, and has received many international design awards.