Sanus CFR2100 Series User manual

CFR2115, CFR2127, CFR2136, CFR2144
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Before starting assembly, verify all parts are included and undamaged. If any parts are missing or damaged, do not return the
damaged item to your dealer; contact Customer Service. Never use damaged parts!
Supplied parts are located inside of the rack. To access the parts, remove the back panel.
Thank you for choosing a Sanus Component Series Rack. The CFR2100 series is designed to support audio/video equipment.
The total weight capacity for the CFR2100 series:
CFR2115 226.8 kg (500 lb)
CFR2127 340.2 kg (750 lb)
CFR2136 385.5 kg (850 lb)
CFR2144 453.6 kg (1,000 lb)
Each 2U shelf supports up to 22.6 kg (50 lb), and each 1U shelf supports up to 13.6 kg (30 lb).
Each optional 3U shelf supports up to 36.2 kg (80 lb).
CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injuries and property damage!
•Do not exceed the stated weight capacities.
•Do not shake, tilt, rock, sit, stand, or climb on your Component Series Rack. Tipping may cause injury or death.
•Do not move large racks by yourself; due to weight and height, assistance is required.
•To avoid instability do not pull out more than one optional drawer or slide out equipment at a time.
•Before moving, make sure all optional drawers and slide out equipment are secured and door is closed and secured.
•Use extreme caution when moving a loaded rack! Push, DO NOT pull, loaded rack slowly over a short, smooth, level distance. Avoid
sudden starts and stops to minimize the strain placed on casters.
•Do not use this product for any purpose not explicitly specified by manufacturer.
•If you do not understand these instructions, or have doubts about the safety of the installation, assembly or use of this product,
contact manufacturer Customer Service or call a qualified contractor.
•Manufacturer is not responsible for damage or injury caused by incorrect assembly or use.
NOTE: Due to continuous product improvement, images shown in this manual may vary from actual product.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS – SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
PLEASE READ ENTIRE MANUAL PRIOR TO USE
Do you have all of the tools needed?
Unpacking

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Parts and Hardware
CFR2115 8
CFR2127 12
CFR2136 16
CFR2144 18
CFR2115 4
CFR2127 6
CFR2136 8
CFR2144 9
CFR2115 8
CFR2127 8
CFR2136 8
CFR2144 8
M5 x 10 mm 10-32 x 3/4 in.
CFR2115 4
CFR2127 8
CFR2136 12
CFR2144 16
05 06
01 x1
02 x2
03
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CAUTION: Failure to follow loading requirements could lead to instability causing personal injury and/or property damage:
To prevent instability:
• Always load the rack from the bottom up and load the heaviest item first.
• 50% of the total weight should be mounted in the lower 1/3 of the rack.
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Load Your Components

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Load Your Components
CAUTION: Failure to follow loading requirements could lead to instability causing personal injury and/or property damage:
To prevent instability:
• Always load the rack from the bottom up and load the heaviest item first.
• 50% of the total weight should be mounted in the lower 1/3 of the rack.
• Follow these additional requirements when loading rack on its back and then lifting rack to an upright position:
1. Leveling feet, if installed, need to be adjusted all the way in.
2. You must not load more than 20% of the total rated load prior to lifting rack to upright position.
3. All equipment should be securely fastened to the rack.
4. Use caution when lifting rack to upright position as casters may roll. Assistance is required.
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4
2 / 3
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Rack Shelf Backstops
NOTE: rear view with back panels removed.
1. Insert backstop 03 into slot behind component.
2. Slide backstop 03 forward until firmly against component and twist 90 degrees.
Component Straps
NOTE: side view with panels removed.
A. Slide straps 04 through slots in sides of shelves.
B. Wrap straps 04 over component to secure.
Using Backstops and Component Straps
04
1
A B
2
03
03
03
04
OPT

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Access Panels for Cable Management
OPT

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CAUTION: Avoid damage to your components due to overheating. Make sure that there is adequate space between each unit for
proper airflow. Operating temperature inside the rack must not exceed 104°F (40°C).
To install fan:
Remove the vented panel. CAUTION: Cut edges may be sharp.
Remove any metal burrs that remain in the panel frame. Mount the cooling fan using the screws 05 included.
Install Fan for Additional Ventilation (Top or Bottom)
OPT
05 05

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Adjust Shelves and Blanking Panels
B
B
L L
NOTE: Align the bottom of the shelf or blanking panel Bwith the lines Lon the rack rail.
OPT

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Adjust Rack Rails
OPT
Remove the shelves and blanking panels before adjusting the rails. Adjust the right and left rails evenly.
NOTE: For clarity, the front door, top, and side panels are not shown.

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Switch Back Panels
1. Remove large upper panel.
2. Remove small lower panel and frame.
3. Fit bottom of large panel into rack frame and angle
the panel up until sliding locks snap in place.
4. Flip small panel 180 degrees.
5. Screw panel frame into rack frame and replace
small panel.
180°
OPT
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1
34
5
2

OPT
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Remove the door
1. Turn upper door pin to release from locking tab and
pull down to release door from rack and lift door from
rack frame.
2. Release upper pin and turn it back to secure it with
the locking tab.
3. Remove spacer from bottom door pin.
NOTE: Spacer must be used with pin on bottom of door.
Reverse the Front Door
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2
1

OPT
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4. Fit spacer onto bottom pin and fit bottom pin into bottom
mounting hole in rack.
5. Turn upper pin to release from locking tab and pull
down. Fit pin into upper mounting hole in rack.
6. Release pin and turn pin to secure it with locking tab.
Flip the door
Reverse the Front Door - continued
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5
4

OPT
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Reverse the Front Door - continued
Remove screws and bracket. Flip the door handle.
Reattach screws and bracket. Loosen the locking cam screw.
Flip the locking cam tab to the
side nearest the edge of the door.
Tighten the locking cam screw.
Flip the door
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OPT
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Remove plug from side panel. Install keyed lock (purchased
separately) in plug hole.
Add Keyed Lock to Door (Sold Separately)
Manage Cables
OPT

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Remove side panels on sides to be
connected.
OPT
Ganging Racks (Ganging Kit Sold Separately)
Move racks together until sides are
touching.
(GC)
Make sure both racks are
level with each other.
IMPORTANT
Fit four ganging clips (GC) into frame
slots. Press down on clips to secure.
Make sure all four ganging
clips are fully engaged.
IMPORTANT
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3
4

Level Feet
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Adjust the feet to level the rack. Tighten nuts until they are flush with the bottom of the rack.
CAUTION: To avoid potential injury or property damage, always ensure that your rack is level.
OPT

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intend to make this manual accurate and complete. However, Milestone makes no claim that the information
contained herein covers all details, conditions, or variations. Nor does it provide for every possible
contingency in connection with the installation or use of this product. The information contained in this
document is subject to change without notice or obligation of any kind. Milestone makes no representation
of warranty, expressed or implied, regarding the information contained herein. Milestone assumes no
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NEW: Quick-release,
removable back and side
panels allow complete and
total access to components
and wiring
Swivel casters and
adjustable feet allow
stable positioning
and mobility
NEW: Lockable steel
back panel for added
security and protection
NEW: Embossed SANUS
branding featured on each
individual rack component
Lockable tempered glass
front door to protect
valuable AV equipment
Comes pre-assembled
with vented shelves and
blanking panels
Heavy gauge steel
construction
NEW: Improved shelves
feature protective back
stops, ensuring rack con-
tents do not slip or slide
NEW: Two 3U opening
panels can be placed on
top or bottom of rear rack
door for added versatility
NEW: Improved air circu-
lation with added cooling
vents on top and bottom
of rack
NEW SANUS FOUNDATIONS®
COMPONENT SERIES AV RACKS
Introducing the SANUS 100 Series Racks – the Second Generation
The engineers at SANUS took the Component Series racks to the next level with the
SANUS 100 Series Racks – the Second Generation. Constructed of heavy-gage welded
steel, the 100 Series come pre-assembled with vented shelves and blanking panels to
simplify ordering and installation. Improvements to the Second Generation include both side
and back quick-release panels for easy access to components and additional cooling vents
at the top and bottom of the racks for more efficient temperature management The lockable
tempered glass front door can be placed on the left or right and multiple 3U removable
panels add increased versatility. The Second Generation of SANUS Component 100 Series
Racks come in four sizes (15U, 27U, 36U, and 44U) with the added ability to be gangable so
you'll always have the right solution for every installation.
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CFR2127-B1

CFR2127-B1 shown
NEW SANUS FOUNDATIONS®
COMPONENT SERIES AV RACKS
MODEL: CFR2115
DESCRIPTION
15U AV Rack
DIMENSIONS (W X D X H)
23.6" x 23.6" x 34" / 60 x 60 x 86.4 cm
RACK SPACES
15U
WEIGHT CAPACITY
500 lbs / 226.8 kg
PACKAGE DIMENSIONS (W X D X H)
26.4" x 26.4" x 33.46" / 67 x 67 x 85 cm
PACKAGE WEIGHT
124.4 lbs. / 56.43 kg
LIST PRICE
$579.99
Removable panels Ganging ability Repositionable 3U openings
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CFR2115-B1 shown
MODEL: CFR2127
DESCRIPTION
27U AV Rack
DIMENSIONS (W X D X H)
23.6" x 23.6" x 55" / 60 x 60 x 139.7 cm
RACK SPACES
27U
WEIGHT CAPACITY
750 lbs / 340.2 kg
PACKAGE DIMENSIONS (W X D X H)
26.4" x 26.4" x 53.2" / 67 x 67 x 135 cm
PACKAGE WEIGHT
191.5 lbs. / 86.9 kg
LIST PRICE
$799.99
CFR2144-B1 shown
MODEL: CFR2136
DESCRIPTION
36U AV Rack
DIMENSIONS (W X D X H)
23.6" x 23.6" x 70.5" / 60 x 60 x 179.15 cm
RACK SPACES
36U
WEIGHT CAPACITY
800 lbs / 362.9 kg
PACKAGE DIMENSIONS (W X D X H)
26.4" x 26.4" x 66.1" / 67 x 67 x 168 cm
PACKAGE WEIGHT
218 lbs. / 98.9 kg
LIST PRICE
$1,199.99 CFR2136-B1 shown
MODEL: CFR2144
DESCRIPTION
44U AV Rack
DIMENSIONS (W X D X H)
23.6" x 23.6" x 84.75" / 60 x 60 x 215.3 cm
RACK SPACES
44U
WEIGHT CAPACITY
1000 lbs / 453.6 kg
PACKAGE DIMENSIONS (W X D X H)
26.4" x 26.4" x 82.3" / 67 x 67 x 209 cm
PACKAGE WEIGHT
244.7 lbs. / 111 kg
LIST PRICE
$1,499.99
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SHELVES (2) 1U (3) 2U (3) 3U |BLANKING PANELS (2) 1U (2) 2U (2) 3U | TIE BARS (3) SHELVES (2) 1U (4) 2U (3) 3U |BLANKING PANELS (2) 1U (3) 2U (2) 3U | TIE BARS (3)