Anka High Chair Frequently Asked Questions

Product Information

What is the Anka High Chair?

The Anka High Chair is an ergonomic, convertible high chair that grows with your child from 6 months to five years of age. It is compact, portable and JPMA safety certified. The high chair converts into a booster chair as your child grows.

How do you pronounce ‘Anka’ and what does it mean?

Anka is pronounced with a long ‘a’ sound. Phonetically, it is pronounced “ahn – ka”. The word Anka is the Swedish word for Duck.

Is the Anka High Chair Convertible like the Svan High Chair?

The Anka High Chair converts similarly to the Svan High Chair with some differences. It is designed to grow with your child from six months well into toddlerhood, where as the Svan chair can grow with your child to adulthood. It starts as a traditional high chair and functions safely without the tray to seat your child at the table. The safety guard can be removed, converting the high chair to a booster chair that can be used until your little one is five years old!

What are the dimensions of the Anka High Chair?

The Anka High Chair is designed to sit up to a standard height table (30” high).

• Chair Base: 26”D x 19.5”W
• Height to Top of Backrest: 32”
• Height from Floor to Seat: 21”
• Seat Depth Range: 6” to 8.5”
• Seat Width: 12”
• Footrest Height Range: 9.5” to 16.5”
• Tray: 14.75”W x 20.5”
• Folded Dimensions: 38”H x 19.5”W x 10.5”D

What is the weight limit for the Anka High Chair?

The Anka High Chair is safety certified for average children from 6 months up to 5 years old. As it adjusts, the Anka High Chair can seat a child up to 50 pounds in the booster position.

Does the Anka High Chair come with a cushion?

Yes, each Anka High Chair comes with a stylish and comfortable, machine-washable and dryable, PBDE-free cushion. The cushions are easily attached to the chair with Velcro. The Natural Anka High Chair includes a Chocolate cushion, and the Honey and Espresso Anka High Chairs include a Cream cushion. Red, Sage and Yellow cushions are available to purchase separately.

What stains/finishes are available for the Anka High Chair?

The Anka High Chair is available in Natural, Honey and Espresso finish. All finishes are lead-free and meet relevant US and European standards.

Does the Anka High Chair come with a tray cover to protect the wood?

Each Anka High Chair comes with a Phthalate-free and Bisphenol-A (BPA) free plastic tray cover made of polypropene/Polyolefin Elastomer. After a messy meal, just wipe off the tray cover or pop the tray cover into the dishwasher for easy cleaning.

What type of wood is used to make the Anka High Chair?

The Anka High Chair is made of solid poplar wood and is derived from FSC certified forests when available. The wood used is always E1 certified raw material, meeting the European Union’s specific demands regarding low formaldehyde levels in wood.

What is the content of the Anka Cushions?

All Anka High Chair cushions are filled with washable PBDE-free polyeten material and are covered in a 44% Cotton / 55% Polyester blend fabric that is easy to clean.

Is the Anka High Chair cushion flame retardant and safe for my child?

The foam and fabric used for the cushions and padding were tested to the European “Furniture and Furnishing (Fire)(Safety) Regulations 1988” and meet all requirements. The foam and fabric has also been tested and approved for the stringent California and U.S. requirements regarding fire safety. The flame retardant that is used for the foams and fabrics is Ammonium Polyphosphate and is considered safe for all users.

Are the stains and glue used on the Anka High Chair harmful to my child?

All materials used in the production of the Anka Chair meet US Federal Regulations for safety and are not harmful to your child. All stains and finishes are lead-free. All Stains fulfill the requirements for European standard (EN71-3) for surface treatment for toys/children’s products. All stains used do NOT emit formaldehyde (EO certified) and meet the demands of the European Union directive 2005/84/EC concerning phthalates.

What is the hardware for the Anka High Chair made of?

All hardware used for assembling Anka products are made of steel. Most metal parts are constructed from recycled metal.

Why are parts of the Anka High Chair assembled with Allen bolts?

By using Allen bolts and therefore needing a specific Allen key in order to adjust it, you reduce the chance that a sibling or other person might adjust the chair in an unsafe manner or while it is in use with a child in place. The Allen bolt assembly is one way Anka puts safety first.

I heard the Anka High Chair is small and portable. Can it be carried in the car?

The Anka High Chair is designed to be a solid piece of furniture in your home. However, its compact design can be transported in the car. Simply fold the chair with its tray removed or attached to the back, and store with the back of the chair facing up in a regular car seat or trunk. If you do transport the chair this way, be sure to check and tighten the hardware before use to make sure nothing became loose in transit.

Can the Anka High Chair adjust to the height of my countertop bar?

The Anka High Chair was designed to sit up to the height of an average table, typically 30 inches high. This allows the adult to sit in a regular chair to feed a young child and for the child to sit right up to the table with the family. The Anka High Chair cannot be adjusted to sit up to a countertop or bar-height table.

How much does the Anka High Chair weigh?

The complete Anka High Chair, with tray and cushion, weighs 20 pounds/9.07 kg.

How is the Anka High Chair ergonomic in its design?

With adjustable seat depth, tray and footrest, the Anka High Chair provides ergonomic support for your baby and adjusts and grows well into toddlerhood. The Anka High Chair will provide your child with ergonomic support at every size.

Does the Anka High Chair come with a safety harness?

The Anka High Chair comes with a three-point safety harness that is designed specifically to allow the ergonomic seating of your child without inhibiting their interaction with the family at the table or their ability to reach for food and activities. This meets current US safety standards.

Why doesn’t the Anka High Chair have a 5-point harness?

Although other high chairs include a five-point safety harness, the Anka High Chair is specifically designed with a three-point harness in order to allow the ergonomic seating of your child and so not to inhibit their interaction with the family at the table or their ability to reach for food and activities. A five-point harness will pin your child’s shoulders back against the seat back and not allow for natural movement or reaching which inhibits their natural instincts and abilities to play or feed themselves.

How do I know if my child is ready to eat in the Anka High Chair?

The Anka High Chair is designed to provide upright support for children who are able to sit up on their own to eat. If your child is not able to sit upright unassisted, you may want to consider another option until they can sit upright, typically around 6 months of age.

Why is an adjustable footrest so important?

If your child’s feet are being supported, he will be able to focus on the task of eating. If an adjustable footrest is not present or does not meet up to adequate expectations, the child will spend the majority of his/her energy trying to keep himself upright and will then tire himself out. The chair provides your child with complete and sufficient postural control, as well as a safe and comfortable place for baby to rest and eat.

At what weight and age is the Anka High Chair designed for?

The Anka High Chair is safety certified for average children from 6 months to 5 years old. As it adjusts, the Anka High Chair can seat a child up to 50 pounds in the booster position.

What does it mean to say the Anka High Chair is safety-certified?

The Anka High Chair was designed around rigorous safety standards and is certified in the U.S. to meet or exceed the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) safety standards. These standards are developed by industry members, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, consumer groups, and other interested parties. The Anka High Chair additionally meets the standards established by the Juvenile Products Manufacturing Association (JPMA). Look for the JPMA certification seal.

What is the warranty period?

Anka warrants its products to be free from substantial defects in workmanship and material under normal household use in accordance with the assembly instructions for two (2) years following date of purchase. Anka will, at its discretion, replace or repair any item requiring service. This warranty shall not apply to damages arising from neglect, accidental damage, or commercial use of the product. This is a limited warranty. Liability for consequential damages is expressly excluded. Proof of purchase is required. To make a claim under this warranty, please contact Scandinavian Child at 919.747.8510 to speak with a customer service representative. Please have the authentication number or model and product number ready. They can be found on the label under the seat base. You can also write to us at: Anka Product Support, c/o Scandinavian Child, P.O. Box 31243, Raleigh, NC 27622.

Can I remove the harness for cleaning?

Although you can remove the harness for cleaning we recommend you do not. In order to remove the harness you would need to completely disassemble the seat from the legs and then remove the seat back. We recommend that you wipe the harness often with a wet cloth and that it remain attached to the chair for cleaning. Any damage done to the chair while attempting to remove the safety harness is not covered under the manufacturer’s warranty.

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How to Assemble

What tools are required to assemble the Anka High Chair and make adjustments?

The Anka high chair comes with most parts pre-assembled. You will need to use the Allen key that came with the Anka High Chair to install the footrests onto the chair. There is a convenient storage pocket for the Allen key sewn into the cushion.

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How to use

How do I adjust the Anka High Chair to the proper positions?

• The guard should be adjusted so that it fits snuggly against the child’s body to provide both support and safety.
• The footrest height should be set so that the child’s knees are bent to a 90° angle.

When is my child ready to sit in the Anka High Chair without the crotch bar and tray?

You know your child’s abilities better than anyone. The signs that your child may be ready to sit in the Anka High Chair without crotch bar are:

• Your child is able to sit in a chair without assistance.
• Your child shows interest in climbing into the chair on his or her own.
• Your child tries to climb out of their chair.

Will I ever need to tighten the hardware?

Your chair hardware may loosen up after assembly. This is a result of the natural materials maturing. Please be sure to tighten your hardware about a month after initial assembly and check for any looseness periodically, particularly after transporting the chair.

The seat seems so small how can I get my larger child into the Anka High Chair?

The seat depth is made in accordance with the ASTM High Chair Standard. The Anka High Chair features two adjustment points for the seat depth. The inner point for the crotch bar is designed for a smaller child and the outer point for an older child. If your child is older or larger than average you may find this depth to still be rather small. To accommodate both the larger child and the older child, the Anka High Chair can be used with the crotch bar removed and the three point harness along with the crotch bar which is affixed to the tray. When used with the tray, the chair still meets all relevant safety requirements as the crotch bar is part of the tray. Adult supervision is always required when using any high chair.

How can I store my Anka High Chair when not in use?

The Anka High Chair is ideal for smaller spaces. The tray stores on the back of the chair and the legs fold for convenient storage. Many people store their Anka High Chairs in a closet when not in use.

How do I fold the Anka High Chair up when not in use?

By unlocking the legs’ position, you can fold the Anka High Chair for easy storage. Do this by pressing the locking mechanism outward and upward.

What are these wood pegs sticking out of the back of the Anka High Chair legs?

The pegs are where you can conveniently store the Tray when it is not in use or for storage. The arms of the tray have holes near the end that will set onto these pegs and the tray will rest against the back legs.

My child has grown since I have purchased the Anka High Chair. How can I adjust the footrest?

You can adjust the footrest by releasing the Allen bolts and moving the footrest to the desired position and reinserting the Allen bolts. Be sure to tighten the Allen bolts to secure that the footrest is in place. Adjust the footrest height so that the child’s feet rest flat on the surface with their knees bent at a 90-degree angle.

How do I adjust the tray?

You can adjust the tray by pressing the latch on the bottom of the tray bracket to unlock the tray’s position. Slide the tray forward or backward to the desired position. Make sure the tray locks into the brackets and the safety pin on the tray latch is in position.

How do I open up the Anka High Chair?

When opening up the high chair, pull the legs apart, and make sure the lock has snapped in position. Do not use the high chair unless the lock has been properly snapped into position. Failure to properly assemble the chair could lead to serious injury or death from falls or collapse of the chair.

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How to Clean

How do I clean and care for my Anka High Chair?

You can use a damp cloth with mild soap or other cleaner that is suitable for wood furniture. Treat the wood finish as you would any other piece of wooden furniture in your home. The wood tray is not meant to be submerged in water, placed in the dishwasher, or placed under running water. The plastic tray cover is removable and dishwasher safe.

The manufacturer DOES NOT RECOMMEND cleaning the chair with homemade vinegar solutions as the acidity of the vinegar has been shown to slowly wear off the non-toxic finishes that are used on the Anka High Chair. The Anka cushion that is provided with the Anka High Chair can be wiped off with a damp cloth or machine washed and dried on a delicate cycle.

Can I use my homemade Vinegar solution to clean my Anka High Chair?

The manufacturer DOES NOT RECCOMEND cleaning the Anka High Chair with homemade vinegar solutions as the acidity of the vinegar has been shown to slowly wear off the non-toxic finishes that are used on the Anka High Chair.

How do I wash my Anka High Chair Cushions? Can it be washed in the washing machine?

The Anka Cushion can be wiped off with a damp cloth. It can also be machine washed and dried on the delicate cycle. It is recommended to place the cushion in a mesh bag to prevent the Velcro straps from picking other articles in the wash.

How do I wash my Anka High Chair plastic tray cover; can it be cleaned in the Dishwasher?

The Anka plastic tray cover can be easily wiped down, rinsed in the sink or put in the dishwasher.

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Troubleshooting

Who do I contact for customer service or warranty questions?

Please call Scandinavian Child at 919.747.8510, or email SCIservice@SCIchild.com with any questions or concerns about your Anka High Chair.

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Spare Parts

If a part appears to be damaged, broken, or missing, what should I do?

Before beginning assembly, please review the User Manual and all included parts. If a part appears to be damaged, broken, or missing, please contact Scandinavian Child at 919.747.8510 or email SCIservice@SCIchild.com.

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