Ropox KitFrame Flexi User manual

PA 2004 00634
FlexiManual, 30-65XXX-8, 3 legs
User Manual
Mounting Instructions
Keep this folder with product at all times!
PDF 6021 / 01.08.2009

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Contents
1. INTRODUCTION.................................................................................................................................................3
2. COMPLIANCE WITH EU-DIRECTIVES ........................................................................................................3
3. APPLICATION.....................................................................................................................................................3
4. TECHNICAL DATA KITFRAME FLEXI.........................................................................................................4
5. SUPPLY POINTS, WATER SUPPLY AND WASTE.......................................................................................5
5.1 Tips og tricks.................................................................................................................................................6
5.1.1 Tension in upper bolts of Flexi frames..........................................................................................................6
5.1.2 Determine the difference between a MANUEL and Electric Flexi Leg. .......................................................6
6. MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS, ILLUSTRATIONS ........................................................................................6
6. MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS, ILLUSTRATIONS ........................................................................................7
6. MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS, DESCRIPTIONS.........................................................................................14
6.1 Assembly of frame.......................................................................................................................................14
6.2 Mounting the support arms on the frame....................................................................................................14
6.3 Mounting the frame on the wall..................................................................................................................15
6.4 Mounting of fittings for front fascia............................................................................................................15
6.5 Mounting the worktop.................................................................................................................................15
6.6 Mounting the wooden front fascia ..............................................................................................................15
6.7 Mounting the side fascia.............................................................................................................................15
6.8 Adjusting the worktop/ support arms..........................................................................................................16
6.9 Mounting the handle...................................................................................................................................16
6.10 Mounting the supporting feet......................................................................................................................16
6.11 Mounting the covers for the legs.................................................................................................................16
6.12 Mounting the concealment panels...............................................................................................................17
6.13 Conversion from a manual to a electric version.........................................................................................17
6.14 Mounting the flexible water connections and waste hoses..........................................................................18
6.15 Mounting the control unit ...........................................................................................................................18
6.16 Mounting the operating unit .......................................................................................................................18
6.17 Mounting the safety strip under the worktop ..............................................................................................19
6.18 Mounting the press pad for disabled persons.............................................................................................19
6.19 Mounting of distance plates (1cm) for skirting board.................................................................................19
7. PERFORMANCE TEST ....................................................................................................................................20
7.1 Performance test, manually operated frame...............................................................................................20
7.2 Performance test, electrically operated frame............................................................................................20
8. LIST OF COMPONENTS FOR KITFRAME FLEXI FOR WORKTOP 60-300 CM.................................21
10. SAFETY IN USE.................................................................................................................................................24
11 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................................25
11.1 Cleaning......................................................................................................................................................25
11.2 Maintenance................................................................................................................................................25
11.3 Service schedule, operation and maintenance............................................................................................26
12. TROUBLE SHOOTING.....................................................................................................................................26
12.1 Manuel operated frames.............................................................................................................................26
13. CE-MARKING....................................................................................................................................................27
14. GUARANTEE .....................................................................................................................................................28

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1. Introduction
You have chosen Flexi, the multi-flexible, height-adjustable, easy-to-mount frame. The frame may
be used separately or in combination with Diagonal or Verti, the adjustable system for wall
cupboards.
The frame has no inconvenient fascia and, consequently, the adjustment of the working height
from 65 to 95 cm + worktop thickness may be fully utilised.
Under the worktop there is sufficient room for knees and legs for wheelchair users, who obtain
freedom of movement and a perfect working posture.
If you want the colour of the frame to match your kitchen, you may order suitable covers for the
vertical legs.
Flexi is available as a manually or electrically operated frame. The electrical version may be
retrofitted in a few minutes.
If you choose the electrical version you obtain a quick and easy adjustment of the frame by
activating the control buttons.
The correct use, operation and inspection are decisive factors for efficient and safe
performance.
2. Compliance with EU-Directives
This product has CE-marking according to the current Machinery, EMC and Low Voltage Directives
and thus complies with the basic safety requirements (only for the electrical frame). See separate
CE-declaration. See page 27.
If these table frames are assembled or otherwise connected with other electrical components, this
will be considered a new unit. Consequently, the assembled unit must be subjected to a risk
assessment, after which the CE mark may be awarded.
3. Application
The Flexi frame is adjustable in height in order to obtain optimum working height for user and
helper. Do NOT use Flexi as a lifting table or person lifter.
The product should be used indoor, at temperatures and humidity as described in section 4
The control unit complies with IP32/ll and must always be installed in accordance with the
national Heavy Current Regulations or corresponding national or international standards.
This document must ALWAYS be kept with the product and have been read and
understood by the user.
If this product is electrically adjustable in height, there might be a risk of trapping. The
product must therefore always be operated by or under the guidance of an
experienced adult, who has read and understood the importance of section 10 ”Safety
in use”.

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4. Technical data KitFrame Flexi
Product name: KitFrame Flexi
Length of worktop = 205-300 cm (supported by three legs)
Item numbers: Manual 30-65XXX: XXX = Length of worktop
The frame is always 5 cm shorter than the worktop
Height adjustment: 65–95 cm manual without worktop
Material: Welded steel tubes St. 37
Aluminium alloy 606045-T6
Stainless steel spindle and various plastic components
Surface treatment: Chromite, Powder coating, Standard RAL 9010, mat white
Max. load of frame: 150 kg evenly distributed over the entire worktop
Conversion To electrical frame:
Power supply: 230VAC / 2.5A / 50 Hz - Alternatively 100VAC / 50/60 Hz
Standby primary: 1W
Control voltage: 24VDC
Duty circle: Max. 10 % conform to 1 min. active / 9 min. pause
Speed: Approx. 12 mm/sec
Lifting time stroke 30 cm: Approx. 30 sec.
Temperature: 5-45°C
Air humidity: 5-85% (non-condensing)
Complaints: See complaints, page 28.
Manufacturer: Ropox A/S, DK-4700 Naestved, Tel.: [phone]

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5. Supply points, water supply and waste
Length of Aluminium bar = Length of worktop minus 5 cm
Length of Hex 6 shaft = Length of worktop minus 15 cm
It is advisable to place water supply and waste within the hatched area. Also it is important to use
flexible hoses for water supply and waste to ensure that the Flexi will move freely without obstacles
within the height adjustment range 65-95 cm. excl. worktop.
It is advisable to place the water supply and waste close to the sink. The drain may also be
installed in the floor.
Arrange for the fixed feed pipes on the wall to be pointing down, at a height of max. 30 cm.
This will ensure that the flexible feed pipes will always flex in a neat curve close to the wall
without kinking. A 90 degree valve with a 1/2" exposed thread is recommended.
The control unit complies with IP32/ll and must always be installed in accordance with the
national Heavy Current Regulations or corresponding international or national standards.
The cables to the control unit must be able to move freely during height adjustment of the Flexi.
For worktops with cut-outs the distance from either side of the worktop should be considered as
shown on the illustration.
Length of the worktop
8
Length of the worktop
Always keep 0
,5
cm space all away
around the
worktop

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5.1 Tips og tricks
5.1.1 Tension in upper bolts of Flexi frames
5.1.2 Determine the difference between a MANUEL and Electric Flexi Leg.
35 cm
62 cm
150 Kg
Upper mounting
holes (2pcs./leg)
Calculation has been done for ONE leg, which will be
worst case. Worktop 62 cm deep.
Max. Permissible load at the Flexi frame is 150 Kg,
evenly distributed. In this example we have put the max.
Load in the front of the worktop.
150 x 62
Tension upper bolts: 35 x 2 = 133 Kg/bolt
Safety factor must be used:
Safety factor 1 133 Kg/bolt
Safety factor 2 266 Kg/bolt
Safety factor 3 399 Kg/bolt
Under normal circumstances the load will be distributed
to the two legs (4 bolts)
Flexi leg seen from the front:
By looking thru the small hole, you will face following
colour combinations:
Black shall always be seen to the right hand side!
Red / black
Elektric Flexi Leg with fast spindles
Green / black
Manuel Flexi Leg with slow spindles
Green / black
Manuel Flexi Leg, which might be retrofitted to an
Flexi electric, running with a slow.
This is very important information to make a visual
verification of the exact Flexi model.

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6. Mounting instructions, illustrations
Prior to assembly check that all parts have been provided. See list of components, from
page 21. See also mounting instructions page 14 to 20.
The equipment should always be assembled by competent personnel.
6.1.1 6.1.2 6.1.3
6.1.5
2,5 cm
6.3.1
6.1.4
6.2.26.2.1
6.3.2 8 cm

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6.4.2
6.6.1 6.6.2
6.4.1
6.5.36.5.2
2,5 cm
m
6.5.1
6.3.3
8 cm

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6.7.1
6.9.1
6.9.2 6.9.3
6.9.4 6.9.5
6.8.2
6.8.1

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6.12.1
45 cm
L= Worktop length
6.12.2
6.12.3
40 cm
L= Worktop length
Lower concealment panel
Distance between feet
6.12.4
8 cm8 cm
40 cm
Lower cover concealment panel in
case of supporting feet
3 cm
L= Worktop length
6.10.1 6.10.2
6.11.1 6.11.2

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6. Mounting instructions, illustrations converting into electrical
6.13.3 6.13.4
6.13.1 6.13.2
6.13.5 6.13.6
6.13.7
21,5 cm
18,5
cm
6.14.1
Placement of waste pipe

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6. Mounting instructions, illustrations converting into electrical
6.15.3
Motor cable M2
Motor cable M1
Mains cable
Safety stop connection
See 6.13.1 & 6.13.2
Cable for
control switch
6.17.2
6.15.1
Control Box must be mounted on
Underside of worktop
Safety strip
B
A
C
E
Long cable for upward
movement (Yellow)
Short cable for downward
movement (Red)
6.17.1
6.15.2
Control Box
6.16.1
Ø18

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6. Mounting instructions, accessories
6.18.3
6.18.1 6.18.2
6.19.1

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6. Mounting instructions, descriptions
Prior to assembly check that all parts have been provided. See list of components, from
page 21. See also mounting drawings from page 7.
6.1 Assembly of frame
6.1.1 Place the aluminium profile on the floor.
* If supporting feet have been ordered, first see mounting of feet, item 6.15.
6.1.2 Insert the transmission with fasteners into the groove of the aluminium profile and pass the
spindle through the transmission (do not secure).
6.1.3 Fit a stop ring and a washer on the spindle on either side of the transmission (do not
secure). The washer should be at the end.
6.1.4 Push the legs into the groove of the lower side of the aluminium profile, one leg from either
side.
6.1.5 Position the adjustable legs on the aluminium profile.
If there are any socket outlets obstructing the legs, move the leg a little towards the middle.
For frames with two legs, place one leg on either side. For frames with three legs, place the
third leg at the middle of the aluminium profile.
Secure each leg to the aluminium profile with two bolts.
To obtain the correct height (65-95 cm without worktop) simply mount and adjust the
threaded bolt to each leg according to fig. 6.3.2.
Note: If the sink or hotplate is placed at the middle of the worktop, move the third leg if any,
to the right or left to ensure that the leg and support arm are fitted in the immediate vicinity
of the sink, hotplate etc.
6.2 Mounting the support arms on the frame
Note: Prior to mounting of the support arms it is important to know the location of the sink
and hotplate in relation to the support arms and the handle rod.
Where you have an adjustable leg always position a support arm directly over it. Do not
adjust the tilting of the arm supports that are positioned on top of the legs (see 6.8).
Position the transmission box for the winding handle spindle at the required position before
mounting the support arms from either side.
6.2.1 The support arms may be pushed into the aluminium profile from either side to the required
position and fastened with two screws on each support.
We recommend a maximum distance between the support arms of 60 cm in order to obtain
optimum stability.
6.2.2 To prevent the spindle from working its way out of the frame during use, push the two stop
rings and spacers of the spindle towards each leg and fasten.
The equipment should always be assembled by competent personnel.

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6.3 Mounting the frame on the wall
6.3.1 Place the frame against the wall and align it. Adjust the two threaded bolts under the legs to
ensure that the frame is horizontal.
6.3.2 To obtain the correct height (65-95 cm without worktop) adjust the threaded bolt to each
leg. After mounting, the threaded bolts can be removed.
Mark and drill the holes for fastening.
Fasten the frame to the wall by means of screws and raw plugs suiting the material of the
wall.
6.3.3 Misalignments up to 0,45 cm on the wall may be adjusted by fitting the provided spacers
(0,15 cm) between the legs and the wall.
Loosen the legs a bit and slide the spacers in between the wall and the legs, as required, at
the top or bottom depending on whether the wall is vertical.
6.4 Mounting of fittings for front fascia
6.4.1 Fittings for mounting of the wooden front fascia are provided, corresponding to the number
of support arms. Place the front fascia fittings on the side of the support arm and fasten
them loosely by means of the screw provided.
6.4.2 On the outermost support arms we recommend pointing the front fascia fittings towards the
middle of the frame to prevent them from conflicting with the side fascia.
6.5 Mounting the worktop
6.5.1 Place the tabletop on the frame. The maximum permissible distance from the back of the
tabletop to the wall is 0.5 cm. (safety issue)
If the frame is moved away from the wall, the distance from the back of tabletop to the wall
MUST still be equal to or less than 0.5 cm.
6.5.2 The standard aluminium profile is 5 cm shorter than the worktop, resulting in a 2.5 cm
projection on either side.
6.5.3 Fasten the worktop with screws through the holes of the support arms.
6.6 Mounting the wooden front fascia
6.6.1 Fasten the wooden front fascia at the required position under the worktop by means of a
clamp. Press the front fascia fittings forward against the wooden front fascia and fasten with
screws from the inside.
6.6.2 By screwing the front fascia fittings into the worktop you pull the front fascia upward.
Finally tighten the screws on the side of the support arm.
6.7 Mounting the side fascia
6.7.1 Furniture fittings are provided with the frame to keep the wooden side fascia up against the
worktop.

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6.8 Adjusting the worktop/ support arms
6.8.1 After placing the worktop on the frame you may have to compensate for the weight of the
worktop if the frame is no longer horizontal from the wall to the front fascia.
6.8.2 By means of the two lower screws of each support arm the ”tilting” may be adjusted.
Start by loosening the two screws fastening the support arm to the aluminium profile and
adjust the two lower screws to make the worktop horizontal.
Finally retighten the two upper screws.
Repeat this procedure for the support arms in the middle.
Do not adjust the support arms placed directly above the legs.
6.9 Mounting the handle
6.9.1 When the worktop and front fascia are in place the transmission spindle may be mounted.
First drill a 20 mm dia. hole in the wooden front fascia where you want the handle. Place
the chrome bush for the handle rod in this hole.
6.9.2 Insert the assembled spindle into the transmission.
6.9.3 Loosen one of the M4-screws of the stop ring and pull the transmission spindle out to the
required position in relation to the front fascia. Retighten the screw.
6.9.4 Pull the spindle suspension fitting forward so that it may be fitted under the worktop and
fasten it with screws.
Push the ”small” stop ring forward against the fitting and tighten the M4-screw.
6.9.5 Finally fit the handle.
When the frame has been assembled, tighten all screws securely.
It is very important that the screws fastening the legs and support arms to the aluminium
profile are tightened securely.
6.10 Mounting the supporting feet
* Option
6.10.1 Remove the adjusting screw of the leg.
6.10.2 Fit the foot and the extension to the leg with the screws provided and tighten the screws.
6.11 Mounting the covers for the legs
* Option
6.11.1 Press the covers, consisting of an inside and an outside cover, carefully over the leg.
6.11.2 Lift up the upper/outside cover and press the snap lock into the hole of the leg. It is
important to pull the snap lock completely out prior to mounting. Now press in the snap lock
to lock it.

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6.12 Mounting the concealment panels
* Option: Fittings for mounting the concealment panels (panels not supplied by Ropox)
For three-legged frames use two sets of fittings.
6.12.1 Inside/lower concealment panels:
Fasten the Z-fittings to the wall in the middle between the legs. Fit Velcro on the Z-fittings
and the concealment panels.
Also fit Velcro on the legs and the concealment panels. The concealment panels may now
be fitted.
Outside/upper cover plate:
Fit the two angular fittings on the inside of the outside/upper concealment panel. Now fit the
angular fittings on the bottom side of the worktop.
6.12.2 Dimension sketch outside/upper concealment panel. The length is identical with the length
of the worktop. The height must be 45 cm.
6.12.3 Dimension sketch inside/lower concealment panel. The length is identical with the length of
the worktop. The height must be 40 cm.
6.12.4 Inside/lower concealment panel (in case of supporting feet). The length is identical with the
length of the worktop. The height must be 40 cm. Cut-out for feet must be 8 cm wide and 3
cm high. The cut-outs of the cover plate must suit the position of the supporting feet.
6.13 Conversion from a manual to a electric version
* Option
6.13.1 Cut the spindle into two parts.
Loosen the stop rings on each side of the spindles. Then push the spindles away from each
other.
6.13.2 Remove the bolts for fastening the transmission, and remove the transmission from the
spindle.
6.13.3 For worktop length 60-104 cm one motor is mounted. For mounting of motors return to 6.13
Together with the mounting bracket there is a nut, which fits into the grove at the bottom edge
of the aluminium profile. When you start tightening the bolt, the nut will turn and interlock in the
groove.
6.13.4 For worktop length 105-300 cm two motors are mounted. For mounting of motors return to
6.13.
Together with the mounting bracket there is a nut, which fits into the grove at the bottom edge
of the aluminium profile. When you start tightening the bolt, the nut will turn and interlock in the
groove.
6.13.5 Slide the connecting bush onto the spindle, and push the two spindle parts together inside the
connection. Fasten the four bolts.

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6.14 Mounting the flexible water connections and waste hoses
Arrange for the fixed feed pipes on the wall to be pointing down, at a height of max. 30 cm.
This will ensure that the flexible feed pipes will always flex in a neat curve close to the wall
without kinking. A 90 degree valve with a 1/2" exposed thread is recommended.
6.14.1 When connecting hot and cold water as well as waste hoses ALWAYS use flexible hoses to
enable the frame to move freely within the height adjustment range (65-95 cm).
The flexible hoses should be fitted so that they may move in an arch parallel with the wall,
but without getting squeezed.
The length of the hoses must suit the fastening and the travel of the frame.
We recommend that water seal and waste pipe be directed backwards towards the wall in
order to obtain optimum space under the table and the sink.
6.15 Mounting the control unit
6.15.1 Fasten the control unit under the worktop as far to the back as possible. The control unit
may be placed anywhere in the longitudinal direction.
6.15.2 Mount all cable connections as illustrated. The Y-cable is provided with two short-circuit
plugs. When mounting the safety stop see section 6.13.
6.15.3 Place the loose cables in the cable bearers and fit the bearers in the grooves of the
aluminium profile.
6.16 Mounting the operating unit
* If the frame is manually operated, this item does not apply.
6.16.1 The control switch for the height adjustment must be fitted in the wooden front fascia. It
consists of a control switch with a 200 cm long cable provided with a DIN plug for the
control switch.
Choose the required position in the front fascia and drill an 18 mm dia. hole in the fascia.
Push the cable through the hole in the front fascia from the front.
The control switch has double-adhesive tape on the back. Remove the protective paper and
fit the control switch on the wooden front fascia.
Fit the DIN plug of the cable on the control switch.
After fitting the socket, fasten the cable under the worktop with the cable bearer so that it
does not sag.
Relieve the cable on the inside of the wooden front fascia in the immediate vicinity of
the control switch.
Warning
ALWAYS switch off mains voltage during assembly
Check national regulations to determine the correct location of the control unit.

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6.17 Mounting the safety strip under the worktop
* Option: Ropox always recommends the use of safety strips for electrically operated
frames.
Be careful not to bend or damage the safety strip during transport or mounting.
Be careful when mounting the safety strip, bending or twisting can reflect on the
performance of the safety strip.
The surface to which the safety strip is to be attached must be clean, dry and
degreased to obtain optimum adhesion.
Please refer to safety strip mounting guide
6.17.1 Mount the safety strip on the bottom side of the wooden front fascia by means of the
double-adhesive tape.
Remove the protective paper of the tape and press on the safety strip. Be aware of
minimum bending radius (2 cm inside)
6.17.2 Pull out the red short circuit plug (E) of the short cable (A) (marked with red).
Connect the plug at the end of the safety strip (D) in the available short cable (A) (marked
with red).
Insert the male plug of the extension cord into the first safety stop (right side of the frame).
In the case of more safety stops, connect them in series and end the series by inserting the
remaining short-circuit plug into the available male plug of the last safety stop.
6.18 Mounting the press pad for disabled persons
* Option
* If the frame is manually operated, this item does not apply.
6.18.1 The press pad for height adjustment must be placed in the wooden front fascia.It consists
of a press pad contact and a 150 cm long cable provided with a DIN-plug.
The press pad and the cable are delivered as one unit ready for mounting.
Drill holes as illustrated to suit the required position.
6.18.2 Fit the press pad by pulling the cable through the large hole and fasten it in the small holes
by means of the M6 nuts provided.
6.18.3 After fitting the press pad, fasten the cable under the worktop with cable bearers so that it does
not sag. Finally fit the DIN-plug in the control unit.
6.19 Mounting of distance plates (1cm) for skirting board
* Option
6.19.1 In case of skirting boards, you can use the 1 cm deep distance plate to pack the frame out
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7. Performance test
7.1 Performance test, manually operated frame
After installation and prior to use all functions of Flexi must be tested. The test must be carried out
by competent personnel. Subsequently the test shall be carried out at least once a year:
1. Check that the mounting instructions have been observed.
2. Check that all bolts have been tightened.
3. There must be no load on the frame.
4. There must be nothing preventing the frame from moving freely within the height
adjustment range (65-95 cm).
5. Turn the handle, move the frame to bottom position and check that the movement is
smooth and even. Make sure that the hoses follow the movement of the frame and do not
get squeezed.
6. Now turn the handle and move the frame to top position and check that the movement is
smooth and even. Make sure that the hoses follow the movement of the frame and do not
get squeezed.
If all these tests are ok, the Flexi is ready for use.
7.2 Performance test, electrically operated frame
After installation and prior to use all functions of Flexi must be tested. The test must be carried out
by competent personnel. Subsequently the test shall be carried out at least once a year:
Testing prior to connection of mains voltage:
1. Check that the mounting instructions have been observed.
2. Check that all bolts have been tightened.
3. Check that all cables have been connected correctly and that the plugs have been pressed
home.
4. Check that there is no load on the Flexi frame.
5. Check that there is nothing preventing the Flexi from moving freely within the height
adjustment range.
Now connect mains voltage to the control unit and proceed as follows:
6. Press DOWN on the control switch, move the Flexi frame to bottom position and check that
the movement is even and smooth. Make sure that the hose connections follow the
movement of the Flexi frame and that they do not get squeezed.
7. Press DOWN on the control switch and keep the switch depressed for approx. 5 sec. or
until a click is heard from the control unit. The Flexi frame may move a bit further downward
and will now have been reset.
8. Press UP on the control switch, move the Flexi frame to top position and check that the
movement is even and smooth. Make sure that the hose connections follow the movement
of the Flexi frame and that they do not get squeezed.
If a safety strip has been mounted under the Flexi frame it must be tested as follows:
9. Press DOWN on the control switch and let the Flexi frame move 2-5 cm downward. Now
activate the safety strip by pressing it lightly. The frame must stop the downward
movement, move 1-2 cm upward and stop.
If a safety strip has been fitted above the frame, e.g. on a wall cupboard ”Diagonal”, this
must also be tested as follows:
10. Make sure that the Flexi frame is in the bottom position. Press UP on the button and let the
frame move 2-5 cm upward. Now the safety strip above the Flexi frame will be activated.
The Flexi frame must now stop its UPWARD movement and move 1-2 cm downward and
stop.
If all these tests are ok, the Flexi frame is ready for use. Se section 10 “Safety in use”.