Spectrum Industries Academic Lectern 55421 User manual

55420
55421
Academic Lectern
Academic Lectern KD (Knocked Down)
Academic Lectern (Pre-assembled)
Owner's Manual
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IMPORTANT:
Before you begin, please make sure all parts and proper quantities are
included. Any parts damaged during shipment must be reported within 15
days of receipt. To report information regarding damages or if you have any
questions, please call 1-800-235-1262.
CAUTION:
Before using this product, read this manual and follow all safety and
operating instructions.
Spectrum Industries, Inc.
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729, USA
To purchase parts or accessories, please contact us at
www.spectrumfurniture.com
1-800-235-1262
Thank you for choosing Spectrum products!
55420
Academic Lectern 55420TK
Academic Lectern w/ toe kick

Tools Required
Read this owners manual before assembly or operation
Do not allow children to move lectern
Move slowly and carefully when mobile
Safety
Caster/Balloon wheel version:
A. Ali
g
n the caster mountin
g
holes with the base
p
anel. Fi
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ure 1
A
.
1. Base Panel Assembly
(16) 053310
1/4-20 x40mm JC Bolt
w
are
Lectern Assembly (#55420 only)
(4) 059984
2" Snap-in Grommet
(15) 044541
1/4-20 x20mm JC Bolt
(6) 050184
10-32 x 5/8" PHMS
(1) 025039
4mm Hex Wrench
(8) 026064
1/4-20 x 5/8" PHMS
Hardware Package Contents
(1) 039662
2" Grommet
7/16" or Adjustable
Wrench
Phillips Head
Screwdriver
4mm Hex Wrench
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A. Align the caster mounting holes with the base panel. Figure 1A.
Note: The two swivel casters will attach to the curved side of the panel.
B. Attach each caster to the base panel using (4) 1/4-20 x 40mm JC bolts,
(4) 1/4" washers, and (4) 1/4-20 locknuts. Tighten securely.
C. Install the 2" grommet in the base panel.
Rigid caster
1/4-20 x 40mm JC bolts
(4 per caster)
1/4-20 locknut
(4 per caster)
1/4" flat washer
(4 per caster)
2" Grommet
Curved side
of base panel Swivel caster
Swivel caster
Figure 1A
(16)
053310
1/4-20 x40mm JC Bolt
(16) 041943
1/4-20 Locknut
(16) 026059
1/4" Flat Washer
Caster Hardwa
r
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Toe kick version:
A. Attach the left and right toe kick side panels to the front and rear panels
with 1/4-20 x 20mm JC bolts and 1/4-20 locknuts. Figure 1B.
B. Attach the base panel to the toe kick with (4) 1/4-20 x 40mm JC bolts as shown.
C. Attach the cover plates with 1/4-20 x 20mm JC bolts.
D. Install the 2" grommet in the base panel, and 2" snap-in grommets in the side panels.
E. Attach the (4) black screw caps to the (4) base panel JC bolts.
F. Proceed to step 2.
Curved side
of
1/4-20 x 40mm JC bolts
(4 req'd)
2" Grommet
(16) 044541
1/4-20 x20mm JC Bolt
(4) 051843
9/16" black screw caps
(2) 059984
2" Snap-in Grommet
(4) 053310
1/4-20 x40mm JC Bolt
(8) 041943
1/4-20 Locknut
Toe kick Hardware
Black Screw Caps
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Curved side of
base panel
Figure 1B
Front toe kick panel
Rear toe kick panel
Left toe kick panel
Right toe kick panel
1/4-20 x 20mm
JC bolts
(4 req'd per side)
Cover plate
1/4-20 locknut
(4 req'd per side) 1/4-20 x 20mm JC bolts
(4 req'd per plate)
Snap-in
Grommet
Note: The two grommet holes will
be opposite the curved side of the
base panel.
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A. Align the left and right side panels as shown. Figure 2.
B. Attach each side panel to the base panel using (2) 1/4-20 x 20mm JC bolts and tighten securely.
C. Attach the rear panel to the side panels with (4) 1/4-20 x 20mm JC bolts.
2. Side and Rear Panel Assembly
Rear Panel
Figure 3A
Rack Rail
Right Side
Panel
Left Side
Panel 1/4-20 x 20mm JC bolts
(2 per panel)
Snap-in
Grommet
1/4-20 x 20mm JC bolts
(4 req'd)
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A. Install the 2" snap-in grommets into the side panels. Figure 3A.
B. With the rack rails pointing inward as shown, attach each rack rail to the
front of each side panel using (4) 1/4-20 x 5/8" PHM screws. Figure 3B.
3. Rack Rail and Grommet Assembly
Figure 2
Figure 3B
1/4-20 x 5/8" PHM screws
(4 req'd per rail)
Base Panel
Side Panel
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A. Attach the worksurface to the lectern with (7) 1/4-20 x 20mm JC bolts.
Figure 4.
B. Tighten securely.
4. Worksurface Assembly
Worksurface
1/4-20 x 20mm
JC bolts
(7 req'd)
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A. To attach the blank, align the mounting holes at the top or bottom of
the rack rails and secure with (6) 10-32 x 5/8" PHM screws.
Figure 5.
B. Tighten securely.
5. Rack Mount Blank
10-32 x 5/8"
PHM screws
(6 req'd)
Rack mount
blank
Figure 4
Figure 5
Note: For structural rigidity, the rack mount blank or rack mount equipment
should be attached at the top or bottom of the rails. To increase available
rack space, the rack mount blank can be left off as long as rack mount
equipment is installed at the top or bottom of the unit.
Rack rail
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A. Insert the rear panel tabs into base panel slots
as shown. Figure 6.
B. Tilt up and lock into place.
6. Rear Panel Attachment
Figure 6
Rear Panel
Base Panel
Slots
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Figure 7A
Shelf will automatically lock into place when lifted into the horizontal position with the
levers released. Figure 7A.
To lower or flip-up the shelf, press and hold the lever under each folding shelf bracket
at the same time while slowly lowering or raising the shelf. Figure 7B. Do not exceed
a maximum of 50 lbs of weight on the shelf. Do not move the cart while the shelf is in
the horizontal position.
Optional Flip-up Shelf Operation
Release Lever
(press here)
Folding Shelf
Bracket
Figure 7B
Note:Power & communication wiring for
document cameras, laptop computers, and/or
projectors placed on the flip-up shelf should be
routed on top of the audience-side of the shelf.
Use of the shelf grommet hole for wiring will
result in pinching of the cords when the shelf is
folded.
CAUTION:
BE CAREFUL NOT TO PINCH
FINGERS WHILE LOWERING!
Figure 6
Slots
Setup & Operation
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Power Cord
Upper Side Panel
Grommet
A. The cord reel provides 15' of cord and will handle a maximum of 15-amps. Figure 8.
B. To latch, pull cord out to full-length. Allow the cord to retract 1-2 feet back into the reel. Pull
the cord out slowly-when a 'click' is heard, the cord will lock in place. Plug into wall outlet.
C. To release the cord, unplug from wall outlet, and slowly pull cord out until clicking stops. The
lock will release and the cord can be guided slowly back into the reel.
DO NOT allow the cord to fly unrestricted back into the reel.
Optional Cord Reel Operation
Figure 8
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A. Before moving the unit, unplug all power cords and wrap excess cords around the
cord wrap brackets as necessary (Figure 9) or retract power cord into reel (if equipped).
B. Be sure the casters are in the unlocked position, Soor(s) closed AND ANY SHELCES
C. Move the lectern slowly and carefully.
D. Lock the casters after moving.
Lower Side Panel
Grommet
Moving the Lectern
Figure 9
WARNING
UNIT CAN TIP OVER RESULTING IN RISK OF INJURY.
MOVE SLOWLY. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO MOVE.
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Options
Flip-up Shelf
15' Retractable Cord
Reel (15-amp)
Cord Wraps
Academic Lectern w/ options
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7-Outlet Surge-Protected Power Strip (w/
3' Cord) + 15-amp 15' Cord Reel Kit
power strip: 10"W x 2"D x 11/8"H
55403
7-Outlet Surge-Protected Power Strip
(w/ 12' Cord), + (2) Cord Wraps
power strip: 10"W x 2"D x 11/8"H
55404
Flip-up Document Camera/Task Shelf
mounts on left or right (max 2 per unit)
16"W x 24"D (50 lbs max capacity)
55402
Replacement Key Set
55142
Note:Power & communication wiring for document
cameras, laptop computers, and/or projectors placed
on the flip-up shelf should be routed on top of the
audience-side of the shelf. Use of the shelf grommet
hole for wiring will result in pinching of the cords when
the shelf is folded.
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Note:Rack-mount options with a depth greater than 193/4"D will not fit in the Academic
Lectern. Check the dimensions of all equipment before installation. The following Spectrum
rack-mount options will not fit the Academic Lectern:
97517 - LT-4 Laptop Storage Unit
97503 - Pull-out Shelf (3RU)
Pull-Out Shelf (2RU)
161/2"W x 173/4"D
(50 lbs max load)
97505
Locking Drawer (2RU)
interior dims: 153/4"W x 1311/16"D x 27/8"H
(25 lbs max load)
97514
Cantilever Shelf (2RU)
171/2"W x 18"D x 31/2"H
(50 lbs max load)
97504
Rack-mount accessories
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9-Outlet Power Strip (1RU)
19"W x 9"D x 13/4"H
99021
Cooling Fans (3RU)
19"W x 2"D x 51/4"H
Single Fan-97507
Double Fan-97506
Wire Lace Kit
3 lace straps included
95517
Locking File Drawer (8RU)
includes file holder
interior dims: 153/4"W x 139/16"D x 135/16"H
(50 lbs max load)
97515
Rack-Mount Blanks
(fills rack spaces where
components are not needed)
97516 - (1/2RU)
97510 - (1RU)
97511 - (2RU)
97512 - (3RU)
97513 - (4RU)
Cantilever Shelf (3RU)
171/2"W x 18"D x 51/4"H
(80 lbs max load)
97502
Flexible Halogen Light (1RU)
19"W x 2"D x 13/4"H
99033
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Warranty
WE WILL MAKE IT RIGHT FOR YOU!
We guarantee all Spectrum products to be free of all defects in materials and workmanship, for the original owner, for a period of ten years.
Any item deemed defective by Spectrum or the original manufacturer, under normal use conditions, will be repaired or replaced at
Spectrum’s discretion. This warranty applies to all products manufactured and distributed by Spectrum except the products listed below.
DESIGNED FOR INDOOR USE ONLY - Spectrum’s products have been designed and constructed for indoor use only. Moving or using
outdoors, or on excessively rough surfaces, may cause damage to the products and may void the warranty. If an outdoor application is
desired please contact us to discuss potential custom design solutions.
Spectrum is committed to provide complete customer satisfaction. Each of our products are manufactured from the best materials available
and each product is stringently monitored throughout the production process through our P.A.C.E. program (Product Assurance to meet
Customer Expectations).
Our Customer Service Help Line 1-800-235-1262 is ready to provide immediate attention to any questions, comments or concerns. Weare
available to answer your calls Monday through Friday from 7 am to 5 pm CST. In addition your product comments or concerns are welcome
via e-mail at: [e-mail].
Items that have a varying warranty include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Adjustable Crank/Electric Desk Legs (1 yr)
• Flat Panel Desk Gas Cylinders (1 yr)
• Adjustable Height Chair Parts – including frames, gas cylinders, wood and plastic parts, and control handles (7 yrs)
• Adjustable Height Chair Parts Casters (2 yrs)
• Adjustable Height Chair Upholstery - In-Stock Upholstery (2 yrs)
• Adjustable Height Chair Upholstery - Graded-In Fabrics and C.O.M (no warranty)
• Height Adjustable Columns and Lifts (1 yr)
• General Use Casters (1 yr)
• Electrical – ECA (1 yr)
• Electrical - Power Strips (1 yr)
• Electrical Surge Suppressors (lifetime)
• Electrical - Retractable Power Cords (1 yr)
• Keyboard/Mouse Trays (1 yr)
• Flat Panel Monitor Arm – General Parts (5 yrs)
• Flat Panel Monitor Arm – Gas Cylinders (2 yrs)
•
CRT Monitor Arm (1 yr)
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CRT
Monitor
Arm
(1
yr)
The warranty, as stated above, is effective as of 05/28/2009
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