Rifton Medium Activity Chair Standard base
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Rifton Medium Activity Chair Standard base
The ultimate pediatric chair for the classroom or home, Rifton Activity Chairs provide versatile, adaptable and active seating.
These Rifton Activity Chairs come in two chair designs, one incorporating a standard base and the other what it terms a Hi/lo base. This product listing is for medium chair built on a standard base; other sizes of the standard-base chair and those on a Hi/lo base are listed separately (see "related products" below).
Input from therapists produced these key features:
- Easy, tool free adjustments, while child is in chair
- Wide range of optional accessories create a classroom or home chair ideal for all special needs children.
- Tilt-in-Space chair features
Other innovative features include:
No-tool adjustments - These Rifton Activity Chairs are simple to adjust. No tools are needed for any adjustment, making it an ideal choice for the busy special needs classroom
Adjust with child in chair - The Rifton Activity Chair can be easily adjusted while a child is in the chair. This saves time and makes adjustments much simpler to gauge
Spring option - The optional springs on the Rifton Activity Chair allow for calming through self-stim. The spring column can be locked when not in use. The Standard base has optional springs in both backrest and seat, making it an ideal choice for children with autism
Choice of 6 fun pad colors - The Rifton Activity Chair seat and backrest pads are made of polyurethane foam, with a polyurethane-coated fabric cover in six choices.
Size Selection
User height determines appropriate size. The charts below provide the dimensions of not only this medium chair, but also the other two sizes of those built on standard base, so that you can select the appropriate one. Note that the column referring to the medium chair is highlighted in yellow.
| Chair | Small | Medium | Large |
| User Height (Inches) | 28*—48 *28-32 requires "Mini kit" | 40—56 | 50—74 |
Make sure that seat width, depth and height are adequate for each individual user, and that the user’s weight does not exceed the maximum weight recommended. The table below provides the dimensions of each chair:
Standard base chair |
Small (R820) |
Medium (R840) |
Large (R860) |
| Frame width (inches) | Short legs: 21 Long legs: 23 Short legs with casters: 22½ Long legs with casters: 23½ |
Short legs: 23¼ Long legs: 24¼ Short legs with casters: 24½ Long legs with casters: 25½ |
Short legs: 26¼ Long legs: 26¼ Short legs with casters: 27¾ Long legs with casters: 27¾ |
| Frame depth, front to back (inches) | Short legs: 21½–23 Long legs: 26¼–27¾ Short legs with casters: 23½–25 Long legs with casters: 27–28½ |
Short legs: 22½–24½ Long legs: 26¾–28¼ Short legs with casters: 25–27 Long legs with casters: 26½–28¾ |
Short legs: 30½–32¾ Long legs: 32½–34½ Short legs with casters: 31–33 Long legs with casters: 34¾–35¼ |
| Seat height above floor (inches) | Short legs: 9½–12½ Long legs: 18½–21½ Short legs with casters: 13½–16½ Long legs with casters: 18½–21½ |
Short legs: 12½–16½ Long legs: 19–23 Short legs with casters: 16–20 Long legs with casters: 19–23 |
Short legs: 16½–20½ Long legs: 20–24 Short legs with casters: 16½–20½ Long legs with casters: 20–24 |
| Seat angle for tilt-in-space (degrees) | 15° forward, 15° back | 15° forward, 15° back | 15° forward, 15° back |
| Backrest angle adjustment (degrees) | 5° forward, 20° back | 5° forward, 20° back | 5° forward, 20° back |
| Footboard knee angle (degrees) | 45°–110° | 45°–110° | 45°–110° |
| Seat height above footboard (inches) | 7–12 | 7¾–15¼ | 11¼–21¼ |
| Seat width with hip guides Seat width without hip guides (inches) |
7–9 12 |
8½–11½ 14 |
11–14 17 |
| Seat depth, 1-inch increments (inches) | 8–12 7–11 with mini kit |
11–16 | 15–20 |
| Armrest height above seat (inches) | 5–7½ | 7–10½ | 7–10½ |
| Trunk support width (inches) | 5½–11½ | 6½–12 | 9½–14 |
| Backrest height above seat (inches) | 12½–15½ | 15½–19 | 19–24 |
| Headrest height above seat (inches) | 14½–21 | 17½–24½ | 19½–29½ |
| Maximum working load (lb) | 75 | 150 | 250 |
This medium chair (S840) is made up of five required components, each of which offers one or more options. For instance, the base package includes a stationary space base but in placing your order you can select the base with spring upgrade. Although not required, there are also options for headrests and laterals supports. There are 20 other optional accessories for personalizing your chair.
Want to customize your Rifton Activity Chairs or other tilt-in-space chairs? Contact Adaptive Specialties today!
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Free Standard Ground Shipping
We offer Free Standard Ground Shipping on eligible orders.
Please note that additional charges may apply for:
- Expedited shipping services
- Oversized freight shipments
- Inside delivery services
- White glove delivery services
A limited number of products can be shipped outside of the continental United States. Please contact us before placing an order for shipments to:
- Alaska (AK)
- Hawaii (HI)
- Puerto Rico (PR)
- International destinations
Note: Additional shipping charges may apply for these locations.
Shipping Requirements
- Orders must be delivered to a physical address.
- We do not ship to P.O. Boxes.
Lead Time
Our standard delivery window is 5–7 business days.
Custom-made or special-order products require additional fabrication time. Once your order is placed, we will contact you by phone and email with an estimated shipping date.
Please note that unforeseen delays may occur due to circumstances such as:
- Weather events
- Manufacturer backorders
- Carrier delays
If an unexpected delay impacts your order, we will notify you by phone and email. Tracking information will be sent as soon as it becomes available.
Assembly
Assembly is not included and is the purchaser's responsibility unless prior arrangements have been made.
If you require assembly services, please contact us before placing your order.
Return Policy
Your Satisfaction Is Our Priority
Return Eligibility
If you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, you may return it within 30 days of delivery for an exchange or refund.
To qualify for a refund, the product must:
- Be in new and unused condition
- Be returned in its original packaging
- Include all documentation, parts, and accessories
Non-Returnable Items
The following items are not eligible for return:
- Custom-made products
- Special-order products
- Hygienic products
For health and safety reasons and in compliance with federal health regulations, used or hygienic products cannot be returned.
Examples of hygienic products include, but are not limited to:
- Toileting products
- Shower chairs
- Mattresses and overlays
- Slings
- Bathroom aids
- Body braces
- Seat cushions
- Wheelchair cushions
- Stockings
- Splints
- Any product that comes into direct contact with the body
How to Return an Item
All returns require a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) Number.
Please contact us within 30 days of delivery to obtain an RMA number and return instructions.
Return Service Fee
To help keep our prices as competitive as possible, a 15% return service fee will apply to all approved returns.
Refunds are calculated based on the purchase price of the item. Any discounts, promotions, or special offers applied to the original order will be deducted from the refund amount.
Non-Refundable Charges
The following charges are non-refundable unless the item is damaged or defective:
- Shipping charges
- Expedited shipping fees
- Freight charges
- Delivery service fees
Return shipping costs are the responsibility of the purchaser unless the return is due to shipping damage or a product defect.
Products returned:
- After 30 days
- In used condition
- Without an RMA number
are not eligible for a refund and may be returned to the sender at the purchaser's expense.
Damaged or Defective Items
Please inspect your order immediately upon delivery.
If possible, do not accept delivery of visibly damaged products.
If your order arrives damaged or defective, please contact us within 3 business days of delivery. We will work quickly to resolve the issue and provide an appropriate solution.
Contact Us
If you have any questions regarding shipping, returns, or product eligibility, please contact us:
Phone: (877) 808-4540
Email: contactus@adaptivespecialties.com
