Child seat

Abstract

The invention relates to a child's seat (10), in particular a high chair, comprising at least a first side part (11) and a second side part (12), a connecting element (13) and a support device (14), which can be set adjustably between the first side part (11) and the second side part (12), the connecting element (13) connecting the first side part and the second side part (11, 12) to one another, furthermore the seat (10) comprises an adjusting device (20), which connects the first side part and the second side part (11, 12) to one another and can be converted between a release position and a fixed position, the adjusting device (20) holding the first side part and the second side part (11, 12) in a wide spacing relative to one another in the release position and in a narrow spacing relative to one another in the fixed position.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to a child's seat, particularly a high chair. Background Technology

[0002] Different types of high chairs are known in the prior art, such as foldable high chairs, high chairs with clamped seat panels (see DE 2421259 A1), and high chairs with simple operability and adjustability (see EP 3664665 A1). Summary of the Invention

[0003] This invention aims to provide a flexible and easy-to-use children's seating, particularly a high chair. One objective of this invention is to provide an easy-to-operate children's seating. An alternative or additional objective of this invention is to provide an economical and safe children's seating. Another alternative or additional objective of this invention is to achieve an ergonomic children's seating.

[0004] At least one of the above objectives is achieved, in particular, by claim 1.

[0005] According to the first aspect, at least one of the aforementioned objectives is achieved, in particular, by a child's seat, especially a high chair, comprising at least one first side member and at least one second side member, a connecting element, and (at least) a support device (especially for supporting the child's buttocks and / or feet). The support device is adjustablely disposed between the first and second side members, and the connecting element connects the first and second side members to each other. The seat also includes an adjustment device that similarly connects the first and second side members to each other, and the adjustment device is switchable between a released position and a fixed position. In the released position, the adjustment device holds the first and second side members (at least partially or in at least one segment) at a (wider) distance relative to each other, and in the fixed position, holds the first and second side members (at least partially or in at least one segment) at a (narrower) distance relative to each other. The (maximum or maximum possible) difference (spacing variation) between the wide and narrow spacing can be at least 0.2 cm, preferably at least 0.5 cm, at least 1.0 cm if necessary, and / or up to 5.0 cm.

[0006] In an advantageous embodiment, the support is adjustable when the adjusting device holds the first side component and the second side component at a wide distance from each other, and is non-adjustable when the adjusting device holds the first side component and the second side component at a narrow distance from each other.

[0007] At this point, the wide gap in the released position need not be significantly greater than the narrow gap in the fixed position. As can be seen from the above and subsequent descriptions, the goal of the gap variation is particularly to clamp (when the gap is narrow) or not clamp the support device between the side components (when the gap is wide). The gap maintained by the adjusting device between the first and second side components should preferably be understood as local, i.e., relating to the area where the adjusting device connects the first and second side components to each other. Different gaps may exist in another area of ​​the side components, for example, gaps defined by connecting elements or other adjusting elements.

[0008] Regarding the use of the term "children," it should be noted that this term should especially include individuals aged between 6 months and 10 years, that is, especially children who are able to sit up (perhaps have just learned to sit) but are too young to sit in an adult chair.

[0009] According to a separate second aspect of the invention (which is preferably combined with the first aspect), at least one of the above-mentioned objectives is achieved, in particular, by a child's seat, especially a high chair, comprising at least one first side member and at least one second side member, a connecting element, and a support device adjustablely disposed (or already disposed) between the first and second side members, and the support device being adjustable at least between a first position and a second position. At least for each of the first and second positions, a positioning device is provided on each side member, each positioning device comprising at least one slit, preferably exactly two slits, particularly one slit on the first side member and one slit on the second side member.

[0010] In a preferred embodiment, at least one slit or at least one pair of slits is arranged sequentially from back to front on one side of the first side member and the second side member, particularly on the corresponding inner side. More preferably, all slits or pairs of slits, or all slits or pairs of slits except for the uppermost slit or the uppermost pair of slits or the two uppermost slits or the two uppermost pairs of slits, may be configured accordingly.

[0011] In a preferred embodiment, the first position is located above the second position.

[0012] According to an independent third aspect (which may preferably be combined with the first and / or second aspects), at least one of the above objectives is achieved, in particular, by a child's seat, especially a high chair, comprising at least one first side member and at least one second side member, a connecting element, and a support device adjustablely disposed between the first and second side members, and adjustable at least between a first position and a second position. Preferably, the first position is located above the second position. The first position also includes a stop and / or locking structure (locking device) that positions the support device, in particular, in one position defined in all three spatial directions.

[0013] In one embodiment, the stop is designed such that the slit or corresponding pair of slits corresponding to the first position does not remain constant over the entire local depth (front-to-back extension dimension) of the side member, but is configured, for example, narrower and / or flatter and / or terminates there at a certain depth position, and / or similarly. Alternatively or additionally, a locking mechanism and / or latching mechanism (and / or the like) may be configured at the defined depth position. This preferably achieves the positioning of the support device at the defined depth position.

[0014] According to a separate fourth aspect (which is preferably combined with the first and / or second and / or third aspects), at least one of the above objectives is achieved, in particular, by a child's seat, especially a high chair, comprising at least one first side member and at least one second side member, a connecting element, and a support device disposed or configurable between the first and second side members. Furthermore, the seat includes an upright frame pivotally disposed on one or more of the first and second side members, the connecting element, and the support device, preferably on the first and second side members. The upright frame pivots between a use position and a retracted position, in which the upright frame is extended from the first and second side members, and in the retracted position, the upright frame is extended to a lesser extent from both the first and second side members. Preferably, in the retracted position, the upright frame rests at least substantially against the first and second side members.

[0015] According to the independent fifth aspect (which may preferably be combined with the first and / or second and / or third and / or fourth aspects), at least one of the above objectives is achieved, in particular, by a child's seat, especially a high chair, the seat comprising: at least one first upright device, the first upright device preferably comprising a first side member / first side member and / or comprising a second side member / second side member (optionally including connecting elements and support devices, the support devices being disposed or being disposed between the first side member and the second side member); at least one second upright device, the second upright device preferably comprising or formed of an upright frame, the second upright device being swingable relative to the first upright device. The device is connected such that the first and second upright devices can swing relative to each other between a use position and a folded position. In the use position, the first and second upright devices are positioned open relative to each other, and in the folded position, the first and second upright devices are positioned far apart from each other with a smaller degree of openness. Preferably, an acoustic indicator is provided, which is configured to indicate the use position by means of an acoustic signal, especially a click signal. The indicator preferably has at least one metal part that strikes another part to generate an acoustic signal, and / or the acoustic signal produces a sound pressure level of at least 50 dB and / or a weighted sound pressure level of at least 50 dB(A) at at least one point at a distance of 1.0 m from the seat.

[0016] One aspect of the fifth concept is to emit an audible signal, particularly a clicking sound, upon reaching the intended use location. This reduces the risk of using the seating in a location not intended for use due to negligence, potentially leading to a loss of safety, in a simple and convenient manner. If physical (or acoustic) parameters are mentioned later, they should preferably be measured at a distance of 1.0 m from the seating. If different values ​​are obtained spatially, measurements should be taken throughout the entire space, and in particular, the maximum value among the generated measurements should be used. The sound pressure level is preferably at least 45 dB, more preferably at least 50 dB, even more preferably at least 55 dB, even more preferably at least 60 dB, and if necessary at least 65 dB and / or at least 70 dB. The maximum sound pressure level could be, for example, a maximum of 95 dB or a maximum of 85 dB. The weighted sound pressure level is preferably at least 45 dB(A), more preferably at least 50 dB(A), even more preferably at least 55 dB(A), even more preferably at least 60 dB(A), and if necessary at least 65 dB(A) and / or at least 70 dB(A). The maximum weighted sound pressure level can be, for example, a maximum of 95 dB(A) or a maximum of 85 dB(A). The maximum sound pressure level can be, for example, a maximum of 95 dB or a maximum of 85 dB. The weighted sound pressure level is preferably at least 45 dB(A), more preferably at least 50 dB(A), even more preferably at least 55 dB(A), even more preferably at least 60 dB(A), and if necessary at least 65 dB(A) and / or at least 70 dB(A). The maximum weighted sound pressure level can be, for example, a maximum of 95 dB(A) or a maximum of 85 dB(A). The sound pressure level should preferably be determined according to standard ISO 226 (2003). The letter A above indicates the corresponding filter used for weighting the corresponding frequency. The sound signal (or sound) can be a beep. The sound signal preferably includes a click, more preferably a click. Particularly preferred is that the click is generated by two parts striking each other, one or more of which are made of metal. At least one or exactly one of the colliding parts may be a segment of a locking device, especially a segment of a latching element (especially the latch described below) that can rotate and / or translate, preferably purely translational.

[0017] The first uprighting device can be a front uprighting device, and the second uprighting device can be a rear uprighting device. Alternatively, the first uprighting device can also be a rear uprighting device, and the second uprighting device can also be a front uprighting device. In this regard, unless otherwise stated, all embodiments described below are applicable to both cases for structures related to swaying (and / or sound generation). In specific embodiments, the first uprighting device may include a first side component and a second side component (especially the aforementioned first side component and second side component), and the second uprighting device may include an upright frame (especially the aforementioned upright frame).

[0018] The first upright placement device preferably includes a guide device (especially a disc).

[0019] The seating preferably includes a guide device (especially a disc), which is (preferably fixedly) connected to a first upright device (especially a first side member or front leg). The guide device may have at least partially circular geometry (or other geometry). The guide device may have an elongated hole (preferably arcuate), extending, for example, over an angular range of at least 10° or at least 30° and / or up to 180°, and / or forming an arc. The elongated hole can limit possible movement of the second upright device relative to the first upright device. For this purpose, a pin can be (fixedly) connected to the second upright device, and / or one of the pins can be configured to slide within the elongated hole.

[0020] Furthermore, a latch can be moved relative to the first upright device (especially the guide device) into a locked position and an unlocked position. In the locked position, the latch can, for example, engage with a recess, especially a recess on and / or in the guide device. In one embodiment, the recess is located on the outer edge (especially the rounded edge) of the guide device.

[0021] The latch may specifically consist of at least one, preferably multiple, cylindrical segments.

[0022] The latch may have multiple (preferably cylindrical) circumferential segments, with larger segments configured to engage with corresponding complementary recesses (for locking), and smaller segments configured to release the latch (particularly by axial movement of the latch). In one specific embodiment, the smaller segments are adjacent to two larger segments on either side, allowing the latch to slide, in particular, along the aforementioned outer edge (particularly the rounded edge), thereby enabling a swinging motion.

[0023] The latch can be preloaded by a spring (of the seat) such that, at least when the latch is positioned in the corresponding recess, the latch is in or switched to the locked position (without external force). The latch is preferably manually operable (especially movable and / or rotatable), and depending on the specific embodiment, can only move (linearly). For this purpose, the latch may have (e.g., an integrated) button and / or key and / or lever and / or pull mechanism.

[0024] When discussing smaller or larger circumferential segments, this should especially refer to the corresponding diameter (in the radial direction; diameter = the distance between a pair of points with the greatest distance between them) (e.g., in the case of a (circular) cylinder, the diameter of the (circular) shape).

[0025] The latch can be made of metal and / or plastic, preferably (at least 90% by weight or at least substantially entirely) metal if necessary. A stop member (metal part; at least 90% by weight or at least substantially entirely metal if necessary) preferably of metal can be provided to the second uprighting device. Particularly preferred is that once the latch is in its slid-in or retractable position, the latch strikes the stop member (metal part) with a large inertial force, producing a noticeable clicking sound. The stop member (metal part) can be (fixedly) connected to the second uprighting device. The stop member (metal part) can have an elongated shape and at least one opening, within which the latch can be at least partially movable. The stop member (metal part) can be constructed with double walls and at least partially accommodates the guide device (disc). The latch device can have (especially cylindrical) a receiving portion for accommodating at least one end of the spring, thereby stably positioning and guiding the spring. In an advantageous embodiment, the seat further includes an infant liner that allows or facilitates the accommodation of an infant (i.e., a child no more than about one year old). The infant liner can be detachably secured to a support device and to at least one of a connecting device and first or second side members. The infant liner preferably includes at least two securing elements that cooperate with at least two complementary elements at and / or on the support device and the connecting device and / or first or second side members to secure the infant liner. These at least two securing elements are spaced apart from each other to secure the infant liner, preferably only when the support device is in a first position, particularly preferably in a position defined by a stop and / or locking mechanism. This provides the user with a simple and reliable possibility of finding a suitable location for installing the infant liner.

[0026] The infant liner may, for example, be the liner described in German Utility Model DE 202022100555. In this regard, reference is made to the structure disclosed in that document. The structure in that document should be incorporated herein by reference as an optional component of this disclosure.

[0027] The seat (in at least one configuration, particularly in the use configuration) may have a height of 60 cm to 90 cm, which may be defined at least substantially by the height of the first and second side elements. However, in some embodiments, for example, connecting elements may protrude beyond the first and second side elements. Alternatively or additionally, the width of the seat may be 35 cm to 50 cm. The width (in at least one configuration, particularly in the use configuration) may be defined at least substantially by the width of the connecting elements (or the sum of the width of the connecting elements and the thickness of the side components), wherein, depending on the specific embodiment, other components may also contribute to the width. The depth of the seat (in at least one configuration, particularly in the use configuration) may be 40 cm to 70 cm. The depth may be defined at least substantially by the placement surface of the seat, i.e., determined for example by the surface defined by the front legs (e.g., formed by the first and second side components) and / or their support legs and the rear legs (e.g., the upright frame described in detail below).

[0028] The first and second side components are preferably one-piece or multi-piece elements constituting the lateral region of the seating. The side component may be the outermost element of the seating, but depending on the specific embodiment, other components may be located further outwards. The side component may, for example, be configured as a side panel. Alternatively or additionally, the side component may be configured as a strut, or at least include strut-like sections. The first and second side components are preferably configured as a left side component and a right side component. The first and second side components are preferably configured to be mirror-symmetrical with respect to each other and / or at least substantially flat. In a preferred embodiment, each of the first and second side components extends upward and rearward, at least substantially from the front end of the lower part of the seating, for example, as a straight or curved strut. In some embodiments, the first and second side components may constitute the front legs of the seating.

[0029] Support legs may be provided at the lower ends of the first and second side members. These support legs may be integrally formed with the respective side member or a portion of the first or second side member (particularly integrally or made from a single integral component), or alternatively, they may be configured as additional components. The support legs may be configured to increase the seating surface and / or ground contact area. Preferably, this increase in the seating surface and / or ground contact area is achieved in a usage configuration of the seating, such as in the usage position described below. However, alternatively or additionally, in some embodiments, the support legs may increase the seating surface and / or ground contact area in a non-use position, such as in the folded position described in detail below.

[0030] In one embodiment, the leg members can be configured such that they extend forward and / or backward, at least substantially horizontally, from the lower ends of the respective first and second side members. According to a specific embodiment, the first and second side members, together with their respective leg members, can form an inverted figure-seven shape, particularly eliminating the need for rear legs. In this case, additional support rods can be provided between these leg members and the (approximately) centered sections of the first and second side members (with respect to height).

[0031] The connecting element connects the first and second side components to each other. The connecting element preferably has a width (length in the left-right direction) greater than its height and / or depth (length in the front-back direction). The connecting element advantageously can be configured as a backrest or include a backrest. In a preferred embodiment, the connecting element is integral and / or rearwardly convex. The connecting element is preferably connected to the first and second side components in their upper halves and / or connected to the side components at its lateral ends. In a preferred embodiment, the connecting element partially defines a fixed spacing between the first and second side components, where the spacing between the first and second side components can be different, and in particular, variable, in other sections of the first and second side components.

[0032] The first and second side members can be configured to have sufficient flexibility to allow a spacing that can vary by at least 2 cm, at least 1 cm, or at least 0.5 cm in another section (e.g., in the lower section) of the first and second side members, starting from a fixed segment (gap) defined by a connecting element (e.g., in the upper section of the first and second side members). Alternatively or additionally, the connection between the connecting element and the first and second side members can be designed such that the first and second side members remain capable of (at least slightly) movement (especially rotation) relative to the connecting element, in order to allow a spacing that can vary by at least 2 cm, at least 1 cm, or at least 0.5 cm in another section (e.g., in the lower section) of the first and second side members. In particular, the connection between the connecting element and the first and second side members can include a deformable, preferably elastic, element that can deform under force to allow slight movement (especially rotation) of the first and second side members relative to the connecting element.

[0033] The support device is preferably configured as a seat or includes a seat. Alternatively or additionally, the support device may be configured as a footrest or includes a footrest. In embodiments with a seat and a footrest, the seat and footrest are preferably adjustable independently of each other, for example, in their height relative to the arrangement of the first and second side members and / or in their position in the front-rear direction.

[0034] The support device is preferably adjustable between the first and second side members. The support device preferably occupies at least one first position and a second position, and more preferably occupies multiple height positions and / or multiple depth positions. In an advantageous embodiment, the height position can be adjusted discretely in at least three, five, or eight levels, and additionally or alternatively in up to 20, 12, or 10 levels. The depth position is preferably infinitely adjustable within a defined range (e.g., defined by the length of the slit of the positioning device and by the geometry of the support device).

[0035] The adjusting device connects the first and second side components (in some embodiments detachably) to each other and can switch between a released position and a fixed position. In the fixed position, the adjusting device holds the first and second side components in a narrow gap relative to each other.

[0036] At this point, the narrow pitch can be at least substantially the same as, or slightly smaller than, the distance defined by the connecting element (e.g., at most 1 cm or 0.5 cm smaller). In the released position, the adjusting device holds the first and second side members relative to each other in a wide pitch. At this point, the wide pitch can be the same as, or slightly larger than, the distance defined by the connecting element (e.g., at most 1 cm or 0.5 cm larger). In some embodiments, the adjusting device can also be completely detached from the first and second side members.

[0037] In advantageous embodiments, the seating, as already described, includes a positioning device, which preferably comprises one or more slits. In these embodiments, the positioning device can be formed by a pair of slits, one slit being formed on one side, particularly the inner side, of the first side member, while the other slit is formed at the same height on one side, particularly the inner side, of the second side member, thereby forming a guide structure for supporting the device.

[0038] In these embodiments, the distance between the first and second side components can be defined by the distance between the bottom surfaces of the slits in a pair of slits. When the adjustment device is in its released position, the distance between the bottom surfaces is wide enough to allow the support device to slide within the slits of the pair of slits (but also narrow enough to prevent tilting). Thus, the support device can be inserted into one of the slits of the pair of slits and positioned at the desired depth. By shifting the adjustment device to the fixed position, the distance between the first and second side components decreases, thereby clamping the support device between the slits in this set position. This improves the overall stability of the seating.

[0039] The support device is preferably, particularly in the first and second positions, disposed below the connecting element. Alternatively or additionally, the support device is preferably, particularly in the first and second positions, disposed above the adjusting device. In some embodiments, all positions (in terms of their height) can be disposed between the connecting element and the adjusting device, such that the connecting element and the adjusting device, together with the first and second side members, form a frame within which the various positions of the support device are arranged.

[0040] In some implementations, especially when the support device includes a seat plate and / or a footrest, two adjustment devices may be provided. In this case, it can be set such that, viewed from top to bottom towards the connecting element, the adjustment device is for the position of the seat plate, then the upper adjustment device, then the footrest adjustment device, and then the lower adjustment device.

[0041] The seat and footrest are advantageously the same width, so the footrest is positioned to fit the seat, and vice versa.

[0042] In a preferred embodiment, the adjusting device can be manually (tool-free) switched between a released position and a fixed position, thus eliminating the need for, for example, screwdrivers, wrenches, Allen wrenches, or similar tools. For example, the adjusting device itself or a portion thereof (e.g., a handle or operating element) can be configured to be gripped and operated by a user. Operation can be pressing, pulling, pushing, and / or rotating (a portion of the adjusting device or the entire adjusting device).

[0043] In a preferred embodiment, the adjustment device can be switched between a release position and a fixed position by one hand, especially by a single operation, preferably by rotation.

[0044] The adjusting device can advantageously be at least partially configured as a rod (having a circular or polygonal, especially rectangular, cross-section) and / or extending between the first and second side members (especially extending all the way to the first or second side member). The adjusting device (the rod) is preferably rotatable about its longitudinal axis to cause a transition between a fixed position and a released position.

[0045] In a modified embodiment, the adjusting device is connected or connectable to a first side member at one end and to a second side member at the other end, preferably with a connecting mechanism at each end. The connecting mechanism may be configured, for example, as a threaded connection and / or a bayonet connection and / or an eccentric wheel and / or a clamping mechanism (or include corresponding structures), preferably with the same type of connecting mechanism at both ends. Depending on the specific embodiment, a connecting mechanism may be provided only at one end, while the other end is rotatably connected (about the longitudinal axis of the adjusting device) to the corresponding side member. The first and / or second side members are preferably equipped with matching corresponding parts for the corresponding connecting mechanisms (e.g., internal threads when the adjusting device has external threads). Alternatively or additionally, interchangeability between the connecting mechanisms and corresponding parts of the adjusting device should also be included.

[0046] For an adjusting device with double-sided threads, the threads are preferably reversed, so that rotation of the adjusting device about its longitudinal axis in one direction loosens the two threads, and rotation about its longitudinal axis in the other direction tightens the two threads. Bayonet connections and / or other connecting mechanisms can also be reversed accordingly. Overall, this achieves a simple disengagement of the adjusting device from the first and second side components by a single rotation of the adjusting device (complete disengagement if necessary, but not required).

[0047] That is to say, generally speaking, starting from the release position, the rotation of the adjusting device about its longitudinal axis in a first direction can pull the first side component toward one end of the adjusting device and at the same time pull the second side component toward the second end of the adjusting device. Starting from the fixed position, the rotation of the adjusting device about its longitudinal axis in a second direction opposite to the first direction can push the first side component away from the one end of the adjusting device and push the second side component away from the second end of the adjusting device.

[0048] The described (corresponding) positioning device can be formed (or include) by a slit in the side component, preferably on the inside of the side component (e.g., milled). However, it is also possible that the (corresponding) slit is provided by one or more (added) extensions (e.g., slats), or a combination of both. The (corresponding) slit is preferably continuous from front to back, so that a (corresponding) support device with appropriate geometry can be inserted into the (corresponding) slit on one side and pushed back out on the other side. However, it is also possible that all or some of the slits may be open only to one side (forward or backward) and closed to the other side, thereby forming a stop.

[0049] At least one positioning device, preferably multiple positioning devices, and if necessary, all positioning devices may have a slit that is preferably inclined backward and downward, preferably a slit that is inclined at 1° to 6°, especially 2° to 4°, relative to the horizontal direction, or formed by such a slit.

[0050] At least one of the second positions / the positioning device may include a slit that is at least substantially horizontal, in which case at least one of the first positions / the positioning device may include a slit that is tilted backward relative to the slit provided for the second position, preferably including a slit tilted at 1° to 6°, especially 2° to 4°.

[0051] If the direction of the slit is predetermined, it should be set in particular according to (at least) a configuration suitable for (safely) accommodating a child.

[0052] The corresponding slits can be oriented such that they allow the support device to be positioned horizontally. For this purpose, the corresponding slits are preferably oriented horizontally themselves. The uppermost slit, such as the uppermost pair of slits, or the uppermost two to four pairs of slits, especially one or more pairs of slits configured for the seat, advantageously allows the support device (especially the seat) to be positioned with a slight rearward tilt. "Slight rearward tilt" specifically refers to a tilt of 1° to 6°, preferably 2° to 4°, such as 3°, so that when the seat is placed on a horizontal surface, a child properly accommodated by the seat will tend to slide backward (towards the connecting device or towards the backrest) due to this tilt. Overall, this helps to achieve an ergonomic sitting posture in a simple manner and form.

[0053] Generally, the positioning device can be designed such that when the adjusting device is in the released position, the supporting device can be positioned by the positioning device, in particular, the supporting device can be pushed out from the slit, and when the adjusting device is in the fixed position, the supporting device cannot be positioned by the positioning device, in particular, the supporting device cannot be pushed out from the slit. This can be achieved, for example, by the slit already described above.

[0054] Furthermore, the seat can typically be designed such that the first and second side members restrict the movement of the support device in the lateral direction, and that the positioning device, in particular the slits or the slits, restricts the movement of the support device in the vertical direction, and that the support device can move forward and / or backward (only) when the adjustment device is in the released position, in particular between the first and second side members and / or along the slits or the slits.

[0055] Generally, it can be set so that when the adjusting device is in a fixed position, the first side component and the second side component clamp the supporting device.

[0056] In some embodiments, a positioning device corresponding to a first position may define a first distance between a first side component and a second side component, and a positioning device corresponding to a second position may define a second distance between the first side component and the second side component, and the second distance may be different from the first distance. Specifically, the first position may be closer to the connecting element than the second position, and the second position may be closer to the adjusting element than the first position, and / or the second distance may be greater than the first distance. Here, the first and second distances are distinct from the narrow and wide distances described above. The narrow and wide distances correspond to the fixed and released positions of the adjusting device and facilitate selective fixing (clamping) or releasing (for adjustment) of the support device. Here, the first and second distances are used to account for the different distances from the first and second positions to the adjusting device, such that the distance farther from the adjusting device is slightly smaller than the second distance closer to the adjusting device. This prevents, for example, the footrest (closer to the adjusting device) from being clamped, while the seat plate (farther from the adjusting device) can still move.

[0057] In one specific embodiment, the first side component and the second side component can converge towards each other from bottom to top (slightly), especially at an angle of up to 2° with respect to the vertical direction, and / or the slit distance adjustment device of the positioning device is farther away from the positioning device, the deeper the slit can be.

[0058] In another embodiment where the seating can occupy a stowed position, the seating is configured to be placed independently on the first and second side members or on the leg members disposed on the first and second side members and on the upright frame in the stowed position. In particular, when the upright frame is in the stowed position, the center of gravity of the seating may, in at least one configuration, be located above the surface defined by the first and second side members or the leg members disposed on the side members and the upright frame.

[0059] In some embodiments where the seat can occupy a stowed position, a locking structure is provided between the upright frame on one side and the first and / or second side members on the other side. The locking structure is configured to hold the seat in the use position and / or the stowed position. For this purpose, the locking structure may include a latch and a recess, the latch preferably being pre-tensioned, for example by a spring, so that it engages with the recess when the seat is in the use or release position. Furthermore, the locking structure preferably includes an operating element disposed on the upright frame or on the first and / or second side members (preferably on the element on which the latch is movably disposed), in which case the operating element is provided so that it can be manually operated by the user and (overcoming the pre-tensioning force, especially the spring force) to remove the latch from the recess.

[0060] In some embodiments where the seating can occupy a stowed position, the swinging movement between the upright frame and the first and / or second side members can be limited by a stop. Preferably, there is one stop in the stowed position and another stop in the use position.

[0061] In an advantageous embodiment, another possibility is provided for positioning the support device, such that the support device cooperates indirectly or directly with one or more of the first and second side members, connecting elements, and adjusting devices, so as to be arranged not horizontally, but, for example, at least substantially vertically. For this purpose, the support device is preferably mountable or can be mounted on the first side member and / or the second side member and / or the connecting elements and / or the adjusting devices and / or the support frame by means of plug-in connections and / or locking connections and / or snap-fit ​​connections.

[0062] In one particular embodiment, the support device can be configured to be completely detached from the first and second side members (in particular, pulled out from the (corresponding) slits), and then (in any order) the support device is vertically oriented (in particular fixed) to one of the elements, and the upright frame is switched to the retracted position.

[0063] The vertical frame can typically be constructed in a U-shape (i.e., especially with left and right side struts and a lower connector) or an H-shape (i.e., especially with left and right side struts and a connector centered in height) or an X-shape or a rectangle (i.e., especially with left and right side struts and a lower connector and an upper connector), or in variations of these shapes.

[0064] In a preferred embodiment where the seating can occupy the stowed position, the swing connector is disposed below the connecting element. Alternatively or additionally, the swing connector is disposed above the uppermost position designated for supporting the device, or above the uppermost positioning element or uppermost positioning device. Here, the upright frame is particularly capable of swinging about its upper end.

[0065] The pivoting connector can be constructed, for example, as a simple hinge on the side member and the fixed frame. Alternatively, a (generally) T-shaped connector can be provided on each side, with the crossbeam of the connector fixedly connected to the corresponding side member, and the vertical rod of the connector hinged to the vertical frame at its distal end. Other hinged connection structures may also be used.

[0066] Generally, the vertical frame may have one or more leg members and / or one or more transverse webs at its lower end. Alternatively or additionally, the lower ends of the first and second side members may each have one or more of the already described leg members and / or be connected to one or more transverse webs.

[0067] The connection between the connecting element and the first and second side components can be achieved, for example, by screws and / or rivets and / or adhesives and / or by means of clips. Other individual components can also be assembled into the elements of the seating in the same or similar manner. It is also possible that multiple components, such as the side components and the connecting element, are manufactured together in a single process, for example by injection molding.

[0068] Generally speaking, these components of seating can be made of materials such as wood, plastic, and / or metal.

[0069] At least one (corresponding) support device is preferably configured (especially in the middle region of the corresponding side) to have a lateral recess and / or (especially at the two ends of the corresponding side) to have a lateral protrusion, preferably such that in at least one state of the seat, the corresponding support device cannot be removed from the mating side member, especially in a direction that is at least substantially horizontal, and cannot be removed at least in the horizontal direction.

[0070] It should be noted that the methods for adjusting, configuring, and using the seating, as derived from the instruction manual, are also protected. Here, functional features and / or usage descriptions can be implemented as corresponding methodological steps. Attached Figure Description

[0071] The accompanying drawings schematically illustrate some aspects of the invention.

[0072] Figure 1 A seat according to some aspects of the invention is shown in a perspective view.

[0073] Figure 2 A cross-sectional view of a seating arrangement according to some aspects of the invention is shown, as well as an enlarged view showing a portion of the seating arrangement.

[0074] Figure 3 A cross-sectional view of a seating arrangement according to some aspects of the invention is shown, as well as an enlarged view showing a portion of the seating arrangement.

[0075] Figure 4 A seat according to some aspects of the invention is shown in a perspective view.

[0076] Figure 5 A seat according to some aspects of the invention is shown in a perspective view.

[0077] Figure 6 A seat according to some aspects of the invention is shown in a perspective view.

[0078] Figure 7 A seat according to some aspects of the invention is shown in a perspective view.

[0079] Figure 8 A cross-sectional view of one aspect of the invention is shown.

[0080] Figure 9 A cross-sectional view of one aspect of the invention is shown.

[0081] Figure 10 A cross-sectional view of one aspect of the invention is shown, along with a partial enlarged view and a perspective view of the enlarged partial view.

[0082] Figure 11 A cross-sectional view of one aspect of the invention is shown.

[0083] Figure 12 Two side views of a seating arrangement according to some aspects of the invention are shown.

[0084] Figure 13 A side view of a seating arrangement according to some aspects of the invention is shown.

[0085] Figure 14 A side view of a seating arrangement according to some aspects of the invention is shown.

[0086] Figure 15 The support device is shown in a schematic diagram viewed from above.

[0087] Figure 16 A side view shows components of a seating arrangement according to some aspects of the invention.

[0088] Figure 17 Shown using a perspective view Figure 16 Components.

[0089] Figure 18 Shown using another oblique view Figure 16 Components.

[0090] Figure 19 A schematic cross-sectional view illustrates the locking mechanism of a seat according to some aspects of the invention.

[0091] Figure 20 The components of a seating device according to some aspects of the invention are shown in oblique view. Detailed Implementation

[0092] In the following description, the same reference numerals are used for the same and identical features.

[0093] Figure 1 A seat (10) configured as a high chair is shown, the seat having a first side member and a second side member (11, 12) defining the high chair to the right and left, respectively. The first and second side members may be connected at their upper ends by a connecting element (13) configured as a backrest or including a backrest (at a fixed interval). The backrest may be rearwardly raised and may be connected at its lateral ends to the first and second side members (11, 12).

[0094] The inner sides of the first and second side components (11, 12) may be provided with a plurality of positioning elements (30) configured as slits (31). Here, a support device (14) configured as a seat plate may be provided in the uppermost pair of slits, and / or a support device (14) configured as a footrest may be provided in a lower pair of slits. In particular, an upper adjustment device (21) and / or (further below thereto) a lower adjustment device (22) may be configured directly below the footrest. Here, another pair of slits may be provided between the upper and lower adjustment devices (21, 22). The upper and lower adjustment devices each constitute an adjustment device, and the adjustment devices are also referred to below by reference numeral 20, especially when it is not important to distinguish between the upper and lower adjustment devices in the corresponding cases.

[0095] The vertical frame (40) can be hinged at its upper end between the connecting element (13) and the uppermost slit pair via a swing connector (42).

[0096] The vertical frame may have side struts, intermediate cross struts and lower cross web (41).

[0097] As shown in the figure, the seat plate and footrest can also be positioned in the center of the slit at a lower position, especially with the seat plate positioned above the upper adjustment device (21) and the footrest positioned between the upper adjustment device and the lower adjustment device (21, 22).

[0098] exist Figure 2 The seat disclosed herein is shown in a cross-sectional view viewed from the front and above along the first and second side components, thereby revealing the connection mechanism of the adjustment device (20).

[0099] Adjustment device (20), first and second side components (11, 12) and support element (14) as follows Figure 1 The arrangement is as shown in the figure. The connecting element (13) is not visible in this figure. The details of the connecting mechanism of the adjusting device (20) can be seen in the enlarged view, and the lower adjusting device (22) is shown as an example here. An external thread (with a smaller diameter than the rest of the adjusting element) is provided at the end of the adjusting device, which can be connected to an internal thread (as a counterpart to the external thread) provided in a recess on the inner side of the second side element (12). Here, the adjusting device is in a fixed position, and the end of the lower adjusting device (22) is accommodated in the recess.

[0100] Figure 3 Showing something similar to Figure 2The cross-sectional view disclosed in the figure. Regarding the upper and lower adjustment devices (21, 22), the arrows show how the upper and lower adjustment devices (21, 22) switch between the released position and the fixed position by rotating the respective adjustment devices (where the axis of rotation is oriented along its longitudinal direction). In the enlarged view, the lower adjustment device (22) can be seen now in the released position. The external thread of the lower adjustment device (22) screws into the internal thread of the second side member (12) by a small distance, so that the end of the lower adjustment device (22) is just still accommodated in the recess.

[0101] exist Figure 4 The seat is shown in a slanted view, and the seat is basically the same as... Figure 1 The seat is in the corresponding position. However, as on the left, the adjustment devices (21, 22) are now in the released position, as indicated by the arrows on the lower adjustment device (22). Thus, the seat and footrest can be pushed into or pulled out of one of the slits, as indicated by the corresponding arrows.

[0102] exist Figure 5 The middle shows Figure 4 The seat is now folded onto the first side member (11) and the second side member (12) and is in the stowed position.

[0103] Figure 6 and 7 It is disclosed how the (corresponding) support device (14) can be completely detached from the positioning element (30) (in a vertical orientation) starting from the configuration between the first and second side parts (11, 12) for further insertion. Figure 6 ), so that when the vertical frame (40) is in the retracted position ( Figure 7 (Location is here.)

[0104] Figure 8 The diagram schematically illustrates one possibility of securing the support device (14) in a vertical position to the adjusting device (20) by means of a hook (17) which is fitted onto the adjusting device (20). Alternatively or additionally, the center of gravity of the support device (14) may be positioned below the hook (17), such that the support device (14) is also held in a vertical position by gravity.

[0105] exist Figure 9 The seat is shown in a cross-sectional view. Here are shown the first side component (11), the connecting element (13), and the up and down adjustment devices (21, 22). The support device (14) (in the form of a seat plate and footrest) is positioned by a positioning device (30), specifically by a slit (31), as shown in the diagram. Figure 1In the position shown. The seating also includes an upright frame (40), which in particular has a central cross brace and / or a lower cross web (41). The slit (31) below the upper adjustment device (21) and the slit (31) in which the footrest is positioned are horizontally oriented. In contrast, the slit above it is oriented at a (slightly) backward tilted angle α, so that the seat plate is also (slightly) tilted backward.

[0106] Figure 10 A sectional view of a seat is shown. Here are shown the first side component (11), the connecting element (13), and the up and down adjustment devices (21, 22). The support device (14) is positioned by a positioning device (30), specifically by a slit (31). (Also shown...) Figure 9 As in the example, in order to position the support device (14), the second side component (12) is preferably also provided with a corresponding positioning device (30), which is not visible here as it is a sectional view.

[0107] In addition, Figure 10 The enlarged view at the top also shows the three uppermost slits (31) of the first side member (11) in cross-section. It can be seen that the second and third uppermost slits are formed continuously (here: from right to left), while the uppermost slit terminates at a distance x from the front (here: left) edge of the first side member (11) and is not continuous. This is shown more clearly in the enlarged view at the bottom in oblique view. Accordingly, the support device (14) can be pushed into the slit from the rear until the support device touches the end of the slit. This allows the support device to be positioned in all three spatial directions.

[0108] Figure 11 Another cross-sectional view of the upper section of the seat is shown. Here is shown the upper section of the first side member (11), the connecting element (13) configured as the backrest, the support device (14) configured as the seat, and the baby liner (15). The baby liner has connecting devices for connection to the underside of the seat and to the back of the backrest. Since the baby liner is not adjustable according to the specific embodiment, it is required that the seat be positioned relatively precisely relative to the backrest (both in height and depth).

[0109] Figure 12The seat in its use position is schematically shown on the left, having first and second side struts (11, 12) and an upright frame (40) rotatably supported on the first and second side members by a generally T-shaped element. The same seat in its stowed position can be seen on the right, for which the upright frame (40) has been rotated about the swing connector 42. The entire seat is now upright, allowing it to be placed independently (on the first and second side members (11, 12) and the upright frame (40)) in the stowed position, due to the correspondingly fixed position of the center of gravity. A horizontal ground is also drawn for illustration.

[0110] Figure 13 A seat (10) is shown schematically, having first and second side parts (11, 12) connected to a leg part (16), respectively.

[0111] Figure 14 A seat (10) in a stowed position is shown schematically. The seat has first and second side components (11, 12) and an upright frame (40). The first and second side components (11, 12) and the upright frame (40) all have leg components (16) that increase the seating surface of the seat in the stowed position.

[0112] illustrative for reference Figure 15 To illustrate another aspect of this disclosure. For example, in Figure 15 As shown, the (corresponding) support device (14) can be configured to have lateral recesses (43) (especially in the middle region of the corresponding side) and / or protrusions (44) (especially at the two ends of the corresponding side). Generally, known support devices have side edges that are at least substantially straight in a top view in order to enable adjustment of seat depth. The adjustment of seat depth can be achieved by the recess in the middle region (or the protrusions at the front and rear ends of the side of the support device) without inadvertently removing the support device completely from the seat and then having to put it back on (at least reducing this risk).

[0113] If it is desired to adjust the seat depth, it is preferable to bring the adjustment device into the partially released position. Alternatively or additionally, in order to change the height position, it is preferable to further open the adjustment device, that is, bring the adjustment device into the "true" released position.

[0114] Figures 16 to 20 An embodiment of a locking mechanism is shown for locking the rotational position of the side leg (11) (or the corresponding front leg) relative to the upright frame (40) (or the corresponding rear leg).

[0115] Figure 16The guide device (45), in particular a disc, is shown, which can be (fixedly) connected to the corresponding side member (11), in particular the front leg. The guide device (45) may have an (arc-shaped) elongated hole (46). The elongated hole (46) may limit the possible movement of the upright frame (40) or the corresponding rear leg (wherein a pin (57) in the elongated hole may be provided to the upright frame or the rear leg).

[0116] It can overcome the spring (48) pressing the latch (47) (see) Figure 17 This is for unlocking the support device (front leg) relative to the upright frame (rear leg). The guide device (45) has a recess (49) on its edge, through which the unfolded position is defined.

[0117] exist Figure 17 As can be seen, a (larger or enlarged) circumferential section (50) of the latch (47) is embedded in the recess (49) of the guide device (45).

[0118] according to Figure 18 Another (smaller) circumferential section (51) of the latch (47) may allow sliding along the edge of the guide (45) (when the button (58) is pressed in).

[0119] According to Figure 19 As shown, a clicking sound can be produced when the latch (47) engages in the recess (49) by the spring (48) pushing the latch (in the figure) upward, causing the latch to strike the metal part (52).

[0120] exist Figure 20 The guide device (45), button (58), and metal component (52) can be seen. The guide device (45) is (fixedly) connected to the side component (11) or (12) (or the corresponding front leg), while the metal component (52) is (fixedly) connected to the upright frame (40). Specifically, the metal component (52) can be connected to a connecting component (60), which is particularly elongated and can also be made of metal. The metal component (52) and the connecting component (60) can form a common metal component (either integral or multi-piece), particularly elongated.

[0121] The metal component (52) may be constructed separately from the connecting component and / or form a ring or annular disk, which has a circumferential step, particularly in the inner diameter region. The connecting component may be integrated into the vertical frame (40) (or the respective rear legs), particularly embedded here (partially) (and moving with the vertical frame).

[0122] It should be noted that all the components described above, whether viewed individually or in any combination, especially the details shown in the figures, are important aspects of this invention and are claimed for protection. Modifications thereof are well known to those skilled in the art.

[0123] Furthermore, it should be noted that the broadest possible scope of protection is desired. In this regard, the disclosure included in the claims can also be precisely defined by features described together with other features (even if these other features should not be mandatory). It should be explicitly stated that parentheses and the expression "in particular" are intended to emphasize the optionality of features in their respective contexts (conversely, this should not mean that a feature is mandatory in the absence of such markings). The expression "element / ...element" should preferably respectively represent coherent structures that may be connected to at least one other structure (becoming an integral and / or immovable monolithic structure if necessary), or may be bounded relative to all other structures.

[0124] List of reference numerals

[0125] 10 seats

[0126] 11 First side component / front leg

[0127] 12 Second side parts / front legs

[0128] 13 Connecting elements

[0129] 14 Support devices

[0130] 15 Infant Liners

[0131] 16-leg components

[0132] 17 hooks

[0133] 20 Adjustment Device

[0134] 21 Upper Adjustment Device

[0135] 22 Lower Adjustment Device

[0136] 30 Positioning Device

[0137] 31 slits

[0138] 40 vertical frame

[0139] 41 transverse web

[0140] 42 Swing Connector

[0141] 43 concave

[0142] 44 protrusions

[0143] 45 Guide Device

[0144] 46 long holes

[0145] 47 latches

[0146] 48 springs

[0147] 49 concavity

[0148] 50-circumference section

[0149] 51 circumference section

[0150] 57 pins

[0151] 58 buttons

[0152] 60 Connecting components.

Claims

1. A child seat (10), particularly a high chair, the seat comprising at least one first side part (11) and at least one second side part (12), a connecting element (13) and a support device (14) adjustablely disposed between the first side part (11) and the second side part (12), the connecting element (13) connecting the first side part and the second side part (11, 12) to each other, and the seat (10) further comprising an adjustment device (20) connecting the first side part and the second side part (11, 12) to each other and being switchable between a release position and a fixed position, the adjustment device (20) holding the first side part and the second side part (11, 12) in a wide distance relative to each other in the release position and holding the first side part and the second side part (11, 12) in a narrow distance relative to each other in the fixed position.

2. A child's seat (10), particularly a high chair, preferably a child's seat according to claim 1, the seat comprising at least one first side part (11) and at least one second side part (12), a connecting element (13) and a support device (14), the support device (14) being adjustable between the first side part (11) and the second side part (12), the support device (14) being adjustable at least between a first position and a second position, wherein for at least each of the first and second positions, a positioning device (30) is provided on each of the side parts (11, 12), each of the positioning devices (30) preferably including at least one slit (31), preferably exactly two slits (31), particularly one slit (31) on the first side part and one slit (31) on the second side part.

3. A child's seat (10), particularly a high chair, preferably a child's seat according to any one of the preceding claims, the seat comprising at least one first side part (11) and at least one second side part (12), a connecting element (13) and a support device (14), the support device (14) being adjustable between the first side part (11) and the second side part (12), the support device (14) being adjustable at least between a first position and a second position, the first position being above the second position, and further comprising a stop and / or locking structure for placing the support device (14) in a position defined in all three spatial directions.

4. A child's seat (10), particularly a high chair, preferably a child's seat according to any one of the preceding claims, the seat comprising at least one first side part (11) and at least one second side part (12), a connecting element (13) and a support device (14), the support device (14) being disposed or being disposed between the first side part (11) and the second side part (12), and further comprising an upright frame (40) swayably disposed on one or more of the first side part and the second side part (11, 12), the connecting element (13) and the support device (14), preferably disposed on the first side part (11) and the second side part (12), the upright frame (40) being swayable between a use position and a retracted position, wherein in the use position the upright frame is opened from the first side part (11) and from the second side part (12), and in the retracted position the upright frame is opened to a lesser extent from the first side part and the second side part (11, 12).

5. A child's seat (10), particularly a high chair, preferably a child's seat according to any one of the preceding claims, said seat comprising: At least one first upright device, preferably comprising a first side member (11) and a second side member (12), optionally including a connecting element (13) and a support device (14), the support device (14) being disposed or potentially disposed between the first side member (11) and the second side member (12); at least one second upright device, preferably comprising or formed of an upright frame (40), the second upright device being pivotally connected to the first upright device, the first and second upright devices being pivotally relative to each other between a use position and a retracted position, in the use position being open to each other, and in the retracted position being less open to each other; an acoustic indicator device is provided, the indicator device being configured to indicate arrival at the use position by means of an audible signal, particularly a click signal, the indicator device preferably having at least one metal member striking another member to generate an audible signal, and / or the audible signal being generated at least 50 at at least one point at a distance of 1.0 m from the seat. Sound pressure level in dB(A).

6. The child's seat (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, particularly a high chair, wherein, The support device (14) is adjustable when the adjusting device (20) holds the first side component and the second side component (11, 12) in a wide gap relative to each other, and is not adjustable when the adjusting device (20) holds the first side component and the second side component (11, 12) in a narrow gap relative to each other.

7. The child's seat (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, particularly a high chair, wherein, The support device (14) is adjustable at least between a first position and a second position, preferably the first position and the second position are located below one of the connecting element (13) and the adjusting device (20) and above the other of the connecting element (13) and the adjusting device (20).

8. The child's seat (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, particularly a high chair, wherein, The adjustment device (20) can switch between the release position and the fixed position without tools and / or with one hand.

9. The child seat (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, especially the high chair, wherein the adjustment device (20) is configured to be at least substantially rod-shaped, especially having a circular cross-section, and / or rotatable, especially rotatable about its longitudinal axis, in order to switch between a released position and a fixed position.

10. The child's seat (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, particularly a high chair, wherein, The adjusting device (20) is connected or can be connected to the first side component (11) at one end and connected or can be connected to the second side component (12) at the other end. The adjusting device (20) has a threaded and / or bayonet connection mechanism and / or eccentric wheel and / or clamping mechanism at one or both ends, preferably having a threaded and / or bayonet connection mechanism at each of the two ends, and / or having an eccentric wheel and / or having a clamping mechanism at each of the two ends.

11. The child's seat (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, particularly a high chair, wherein, The adjusting device (20) has reverse threads and / or reverse bayonet connections at both ends, and / or, from the release position, the adjusting device (20) preferably rotates about its longitudinal axis in a first direction to pull the first side member (11) toward one end of the adjusting device (20) and simultaneously pulls the second side member (12) toward the second end of the adjusting device (20), and / or, from the fixed position, the adjusting device (20) preferably rotates about its longitudinal axis in a second direction opposite to the first direction to push the first side member (11) away from one end of the adjusting device (20) and pushes the second side member (12) away from the second end of the adjusting device (20).

12. The child's seat (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, particularly a high chair, wherein, The seat includes an upper adjustment device (21) and a lower adjustment device (22).

13. The child's seat (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, particularly a high chair, wherein, The first position is located above the second position.

14. The child's seat (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, particularly a high chair, wherein, At least one positioning device, preferably multiple positioning devices, wherein if necessary all positioning devices have a slit preferably inclined rearward and downward, preferably a slit inclined at 1° to 6°, especially 2° to 4°, relative to the horizontal direction, or formed by such a slit, and / or at least one of the second positions / the positioning device comprises a slit at least substantially horizontal, and at least one of the first positions / the positioning device comprises a slit inclined rearward relative to the slit assigned to the second position, preferably an inclination of 1° to 6°, especially 2° to 4°.

15. The child's seat (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, particularly a high chair, wherein, When the adjusting device (20) is in the released position, the support device (14) can be positioned by the positioning device (30), in particular, it can be pushed out of the slit (31), and when the adjusting device (20) is in the fixed position, the support device cannot be positioned by the positioning device (30), in particular, it cannot be pushed out of the slit (31).

16. The child's seat (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, particularly a high chair, wherein, The first side member (11) and the second side member (12) are configured to restrict the movement of the support device (14) in the lateral direction, and preferably the positioning device (30), in particular the slit (31) or each of the slits (31) restricts the movement of the support device (14) in the vertical direction, and when the adjusting device (20) is in the released position, the support device (14) is able to move forward and / or backward, especially between the first side member (11) and the second side member (12) and / or along the slit (31) or each of the slits (31).

17. The child's seat (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, particularly a high chair, wherein, When the adjusting device (20) is in the fixed position, the first side component (11) and the second side component (12) clamp the supporting device (14).

18. The child's seat (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, particularly a high chair, wherein, The first position is closer to the connecting element (13) than the second position, and the second position is closer to the adjusting element or adjusting device (20) than the first position. The positioning device (30) corresponding to the first position defines a first distance between the first side member (11) and the second side member (12), and the positioning device (30) corresponding to the second position defines a second distance between the first side member (11) and the second side member (12), the second distance being greater than the first distance.

19. The child's seat (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, particularly a high chair, wherein, The first side component and the second side component (11, 12) are slightly converging from bottom to top, especially at an angle of up to 2° with respect to the vertical direction, and / or the slit (31) of the positioning device (30) is further away from the adjustment device (20) and the slit is deeper.

20. The child's seat (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, particularly a high chair, wherein, The seating also includes an infant liner (15) that can be secured to a support device (14) and also to a connecting device or connecting element (13) and at least one of a first side member and a second side member (11, 12). Preferably, the infant liner (15) includes at least two fixing elements that cooperate with at least two complementary elements at or on the support device (14) and at or on the connecting device or connecting element (13) and / or the first side member and the second side member (11, 12) to secure the infant liner. In particular, the at least two fixing elements are spaced apart from each other so that the infant liner can be secured only when the support device (14) is in a first position, particularly preferably in a position defined by a stop and / or a locking structure.

21. The child's seat (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, particularly a high chair, wherein, The seat, when folded up, can be placed independently on the first side component and the second side component (11, 12), or on the support component (16) provided on the first side component and the second side component, and on the upright frame (40).

22. The child's seat (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, particularly a high chair, wherein, The support device includes a seat plate and / or the support device includes a footrest formed by another support device if necessary, preferably the support device includes a seat plate and the support device preferably includes a footrest formed by another support device if necessary, the seat plate and the footrest can be positioned independently relative to each other.

23. The child's seat (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, particularly a high chair, wherein, The support device (14) is arranged at least substantially horizontally, preferably along the direction of the slit (31) of the positioning device (30), especially when the support device (14) is positioned by one of the positioning devices (30), the support device is inserted into the slit.

24. The child's seat (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, particularly a high chair, wherein, The support device (14) can cooperate indirectly or directly with one or more of the first side component and the second side component (11, 12), the connecting element (13) and the adjusting device (20) to be positioned at least substantially vertically. The support device is preferably mounted on the first side component (11) and / or the second side component (12) and / or the connecting element (13) and / or the adjusting device (20) by means of a plug-in connection and / or a locking connection and / or a snap-fit ​​connection.

25. The child's seat (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, particularly a high chair, wherein, When the upright frame (40) is in the retracted position, in at least one configuration, the center of gravity of the seat is located above the surface defined by the first side member and the second side member (11, 12) or the leg member (16) provided on the first side member and the second side member and the upright frame (40).

26. The child's seat (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, particularly a high chair, wherein, The connecting device or connecting element includes a backrest or forms a backrest.

27. The child's seat (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, particularly a high chair, wherein, The support device (14) is provided with at least 3, more preferably at least 5 positions, and / or the support device (14) is provided with up to 20, more preferably up to 12 positions.

28. The child's seat (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, particularly a high chair, wherein, A foot member (16) is provided on the lower end of the first side member and the second side member (11, 12), or at least one foot member is provided on each side member. The foot member (16) preferably extends at least substantially horizontally away from the longitudinal direction of the first side member and the second side member (11, 12).

29. The child's seat (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, particularly a high chair, wherein, In particular, when the upright frame (40) is in the retracted position and / or when the upright frame (40) is in the use position, the leg components increase the placement surface of the first side component and the second side component (11, 12).

30. The child's seat (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, particularly a high chair, wherein, The vertical frame is U-shaped, H-shaped, X-shaped, or rectangular.

31. The child's seat (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, particularly a high chair, wherein, The swing connector (42) of the vertical frame (40) is located below the connecting element (13) and / or above the uppermost position of the support device (14), and / or the vertical frame swings about its upper end.

32. The child's seat (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, particularly a high chair, wherein, The vertical frame has a transverse web (41) at its lower end, and / or the first side component and the second side component are connected at their lower ends by the transverse web.

33. The child's seat (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, particularly a high chair, wherein, At least one (corresponding) support device (14) is configured to have a lateral recess (43) (especially in the middle region of the corresponding side) and / or a lateral protrusion (44) (especially at the two ends of the corresponding side), preferably such that in at least one state of the seat, the corresponding support device cannot be removed from the mating side member, especially in a substantially horizontal orientation.

34. A method for adjusting a child's seat, particularly a high chair, according to any one of the preceding claims, the seat comprising: The seat (10) includes at least one first side component (11) and a second side component (12), a connecting element (13), and a support device (14) adjustablely disposed between the first side component (11) and the second side component (12). The connecting element (13) connects the first side component and the second side component (11, 12) to each other. Furthermore, the seat (10) also includes an adjustment device (20) that connects the first side component and the second side component (11, 12) to each other and can switch between a release position and a fixed position. In the release position, the adjustment device (20) holds the first side component and the second side component (11, 12) at a wide distance relative to each other, and in the fixed position, it holds the first side component and the second side component (11, 12) at a narrow distance relative to each other.

35. In particular, the method for adjusting a child's seat (10), especially a high chair, according to the preceding claim, wherein the seat comprises: The support includes at least one first side component (11) and at least one second side component (12), a connecting element (13), and a support device (14), the support device (14) being adjustable between the first side component (11) and the second side component (12), the support device (14) being adjustable at least between a first position and a second position, and at least for each of the first and second positions, a positioning device (30) is provided on each of the side components (11, 12), each of the positioning devices (30) preferably including at least one slit (31), preferably exactly two slits (31), particularly including one slit (31) on the first side component and one slit (31) on the second side component.

36. A method for adjusting a child's seat (10), particularly a high chair, according to any one of the preceding two claims, wherein the seat comprises: The support includes at least one first side member (11) and at least one second side member (12), a connecting element (13), and a support device (14) adjustable between the first side member (11) and the second side member (12). The support device (14) is adjustable at least between a first position and a second position, the first position being above the second position. Furthermore, the first position includes a stop and / or locking structure that positions the support device (14) in a position defined in all three spatial directions.

37. A method for adjusting a child's seat (10), particularly a high chair, according to any one of the preceding three claims, wherein the seat comprises: The seat includes at least one first side component (11) and at least one second side component (12), a connecting element (13), and a support device (14), the support device (14) being disposed or potentially disposed between the first side component (11) and the second side component (12). Furthermore, the seat includes an upright frame (40) swayably disposed on one or more of the first and second side components (11, 12), the connecting element (13), and the support device (14), preferably on the first side component (11) and the second side component (12). The upright frame (40) is swayable between a use position and a retracted position, in which the upright frame is opened from the first side component (11) and from the second side component (12), and in the retracted position, the upright frame is opened to a lesser extent from the first and second side components (11, 12).

38. In particular, the method for adjusting a child's seat (10), especially a high chair, according to any one of the preceding four claims, wherein the seat comprises: At least one first upright device, preferably comprising a first side component (11) and a second side component (12), optionally including a connecting element (13) and a support device (14), the support device (14) being disposed or potentially disposed between the first side component (11) and the second side component (12); at least one second upright device, preferably comprising or formed of an upright frame (40), the second upright device being pivotally connected to the first upright device, the first and second upright devices being pivotally relative to each other between a use position and a retracted position, in the use position being open to each other, and in the retracted position being less open to each other; an acoustic indicator device is provided, the indicator device being configured to indicate arrival at the use position by means of an audible signal, particularly a click signal, the indicator device preferably having at least one metal component that strikes another component to generate an audible signal, and / or the audible signal being generated at least 50 at at least one point at a distance of 1.0 m from the seat. Sound pressure level in dB(A).

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