Spectrum Industries Flex Insight Desk 38979 User manual

36”W x 24”D Single desk
42”W x 30”D
Single ADA desk
38979
72”W x 30”D Double desk
Owner’s Manual
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Important
Before using this product:
• Read this manual
• Comply with all safety and operating instructions
• Ensure all parts and correct quantities are included
Any parts damaged during shipment must be reported
within 5 days of receipt. To report information regarding
missing parts or damage, to purchase parts or acces-
sories, or if you have any questions, please contact us.
Thank you for purchasing Spectrum products!
Spectrum Industries, Inc
925 First Avenue, Chippewa Falls, WI 54729 USA
800 235 1262
715 723 6750
www.spectrumfurniture.com
Flex Insight Desk™

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Standard Swivel VESA Monitor
Mount with internal travel stops
provides 4-direction tilt, and works with
75mm and 100mm VESA monitor mounts
(includes mounting screws)
(1) 0107624 with single desks
(2) 0107624 with double desks
0102376
11” Zip ties
(10) with single desks
(15) with double desks
Hardware
Assembly / Setup
(1) 025069
Glide wrench
(4) 052605
1/4-20 x 15mm
JC bolts
(1) 0107574
Unit-to-unit
bracket
(1) 025039
4mm Hex wrench
1. Unlock monitor column
Note: Every Flex Insight desk ships with one or two carriage bolts with wing nuts
locked in a keyhole slot under the bottom of the keyboard tray. These fasteners
prevent monitor column movement during shipping, and will need to be removed to
get the monitor column to function. A picture of the bolt and wing nut is shown here
from the back side of the desk. To remove, unscrew the wing nut by hand, and slip
the bolt out of the keyhole slot. The fasteners should be retained for reuse if you
will be transporting the desk.
If you transport the desk (in a trailer or truck) it is recommended to replace the
carriage bolt and wing nut. To replace, start the wing nut on the end of the bolt and
push the monitor column down into the lowered position. Wiggle the head of the
bolt into the slot from the large side of the keyhole. Let the monitor column rise
slightly to put tension on the wing nut. Tighten down until monitor column does not
move and is secure.
Carriage bolt
Keyhole slot
Wing nut
Monitor column
Figure 1
• Read this owner’s manual before assembly or operation.
• Do not allow children to move the table.
• For indoor use only. Do not install or store the table where it will be
exposed to moisture.
• Do not block the ventilation openings.
• Do not allow anyone to sit, stand, or climb on the table.
• Use a damp, soft-cloth, or sponge, with mild soap or detergent solution
to clean dirty surfaces. Do not use harsh solvents or abrasives.
• This table is intended for institutional use. It does not have any user-
serviceable parts or user-maintenance requirements. If servicing is
necessary, please contact Spectrum Industries for assistance.
General Electrical Safety:
• Keep power switches in the OFF position before plugging or
unplugging from the wall outlet.
• Be sure total device / equipment load does not exceed 12-amps.
• Do not plug power cords into an extension cord.
• Inspect power cords for damage before each use. Do not use cords
that are damaged.
• Unplug power cord from electrical outlet by gripping the cord-do not
unplug by pulling only on the cord.
• Do not step on, drive over, drag, or place objects on power cords.
• For added safety, plug into a grounded outlet controlled by a GFI
(Ground Fault Interrupter) circuit breaker.
• Damaged electrical components can create signi cant hazards to
users and is not covered by the warranty. Repairs should always be
performed by a quali ed electrician.
• Electrical devices are not toys. Children are often unaware of the
hazards associated with electrical devices. This table must always
be used by adults or with adult supervision.
Warning - Relocating audio and/or video equipment to furniture not speci cally
designed to support audio and/or video equipment may result in death or
serious injury due to the furnishing collapsing or over turning onto a child.
Warning - Death or serious injury may occur when children climb
on audio and/or video equipment furniture. A remote control or toys
placed on the furnishing may encourage a child to climb on the
furnishing and as a result the furnishing may tip over on to the child.
Important Safety and Care Instructions
(4) 037779
5/16-18 x 1”
Glide

2. Install glides
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1. Carefully lift one side of the desk and place a short wooden 4x4 or 2x4 block (or equivalent support)
under the leg. This may require two people. Figure 2.
2. Thread the two glides into the leg, tighten securely, and remove block.
3. Repeat this procedure on the other side of the desk.
4. The glides can be adjusted with the included glide wrench to level the desk if necessary.
Figure 2
Glide
Leg
Wooden
block
3. Connecting desks together (optional)
1. Desks of equal height can be connected together with the included unit-to-unit bracket. Figure 3.
2. Align desks next to each other in their nal location and raise monitor compartment lids.
3. Attach desks together with a unit-to-unit bracket and (4) 1/4-20 x 15mm JC bolts. Tighten bolts securely.
4. Disconnect brackets to move/relocate desks.
Top view
Figure 3
Unit-to-unit
bracket
4mm
Glide
wrench

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4. Monitor installation
1. Attach the VESA mount (buttery-shaped portion) to the back of your
at panel monitor with (4) M4 x 12mm PHM screws. (Holes on top,
slots on bottom). Figure 4.1. Note: On most at panel monitors, it
will be necessary to remove the standard base that comes with the
monitor to use the VESA mounting option.
2. Thread (4) 10-24 x 1/2” SHC screws into the rectangular plate at the
back of the VESA mount. Leave about 1/8” between each screw
head and the plate.
Figure 4.1
10-24 x 1/2” SHCS
(4 required)
Back of monitor
M4 x 12mm PHMS
(4 required)
VESA mount
(with holes on top,
slots on bottom)
3. Align the attached VESA mount with the lift column slots and insert
the lower pair of 10-24 SHC screws through the slot access holes
provided near the center of the slots. Figure 4.2.
4. Slide the monitor assembly downward to insert the upper pair of 10-
24 SHC screws through the slot access holes.
5. Locate the monitor assembly at the desired height on the lift column
then tighten all (4) 10-24 SHC screws. If the monitor is located near
the very top of the column, leave a small gap between the top of the
monitor and lift bracket to provide enough clearance for the monitor to
fully tilt. The gap distance needed will vary with monitor size.
Figure 4.2
10-24 x 1/2” SHCS
(4 required)
Lift column
Gap
Monitor assembly
Slot access holes
in lift column
VESA mount
Install Tip: The friction dampener can
be disengaged from the lid to provide
additional clearance when installing the
monitor assembly. To disengage, release
the clip with a at screwdriver and push
the dampener arm off the pivot. The lid
can now be tilted away from the lift column.
Push the arm back onto the pivot after the
monitor has been installed. Figure 4.3
Figure 4.3
4mm
4mm
4mm

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5. CPU installation (Note-some desks do not include CPU slings)
1. Set the CPU unit into the CPU sling.
2. Make sure the CPU will be supported by both straps. Tighten the straps around the CPU
while keeping the buckles positioned as high as possible to avoid interference. Figure 5.1.
Note: The center slot can be used for better support of smaller
prole CPU’s. If the center slot is necessary, take the rear strap
out of the rear slot and thread into the center slot shown in
Figure 5.1. Thread the strap as shown in Figure 5.2.
Figure 5.1 Figure 5.2
Strap / buckle
assembly
CPU sling
straps
CPU
CPU sling
Center slot
CPU

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6. Cord management
1. With the back panel removed, connect the necessary monitor, keyboard, and mouse cords above the worksurface.
2. Position the keyboard as shown approximately 6” from the front edge of the worksurface with the mouse on the
opposite side of the CPU as shown. Figure 6.1. This will provide enough slack in the cords during normal use and
provide for left and right mouse locations. With zip ties, secure cords to the back of the keyboard tray as shown.
3. The wire loom keeps monitor and keyboard cords together and routes them while the monitor is being raised and
lowered. Using a at head screwdriver, pry open each loom clip to release the wire loom. Figure 6.2 and 6.3.
Figure 6.1
Zip tie cords here to
secure to keyboard tray
Figure 6.2 Figure 6.3
Top View
Zip tie monitor,
keyboard and
mouse cords here
Wire loom
and clip Zip tie here to secure
CPU / Ethernet cords
to bottom of wiring tray
CPU location
Flat panel
monitor

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4. With the loom removed, feed the monitor, keyboard, and mouse cords through the sliced opening of the loom to the bottom of the desk as shown.
Figure 6.4.
5. Split the CPU wires out of loom approximately 3/4 of the way down the loom and plug into the CPU.
6. Reattach the loom with the clips while providing enough slack in the loom to allow the monitor column to fully extend and retract.
7. Secure the CPU cords to the bottom of the loom by attaching a zip tie around the loom directly above where the CPU cords exit the loom. This will
prevent the cords from backing out. Figure 6.4.
8. Secure the CPU / Ethernet cords to the bottom of the wiring tray with a zip tie.
9. Use zip ties to secure additional cords as needed.
Figure 6.4
Back View
Loom clip
Monitor, keyboard
and mouse cords
to CPU
Zip tie here to secure
CPU / Ethernet cords to
bottom of wiring tray
Power strip
(not included)
To wall outlet
Flat panel monitor
Zip tie cords to
secure to desk
Zip tie monitor,
keyboard, and
mouse cords here
CPU
Wire loom
CPU cords exit loom here. Zip
tie around cords and loom to
prevent cords from backing out
Loom clip
120VAC
Power cords

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For computer use:
1. Open the monitor compartment lid.
2. Raise the monitor by pulling up on the lift bracket until fully extended.
3. Take out the keyboard and mouse and set on the worksurface.
For classroom (worksurface) use:
1. Place the keyboard and mouse in the compartment tray under the monitor.
2. Lower the monitor by pushing down on the lift bracket until the
column is fully retracted, then close the monitor compartment lid.
Lockable desks can be locked at this point for security.
Lift bracket
Monitor
compartment lid
Monitor
compartment lid
Figure 7.1 Figure 7.2
Operation
Caution: Do not assist or push the lid
closed when lowering the monitor or
lid hardware damage could result.

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Friction
dampener
4mm Hex
wrench
Figure 9
Maintenance
Instructor-side panel removal
After approximately 300 cycles of opening and closing, the friction
dampener on the worksurface lid should be retightened to 13 in-lbs using
a torque wrench with a 4mm hex driver. If a torque wrench is unavailable,
tighten the friction damper with a 4mm hex wrench 1/8 turn at a time and
test. The correct adjustment is when the lid slows down between 2-4”
from closure. Figure 9.
Laminate panel:
1. Open the monitor compartment lid.
2. Unscrew the 1/4-20 thumbscrews securing the panel. Figure 8.2.
3. Lift out the panel from instructor-side.
1/4-20
JC Bolts
1/4-20
Thumbscrews
Laminate
panel
Metal
panel
Figure 8.1 Figure 8.2
Metal panel:
1. The panel is designed for easy removal using keyhole slots and
1/4-20 JC bolts. If the bolts are tight, slightly loosen with a 4mm
hex wrench. Figure 8.1.
2. Lift off the panel from instructor-side.
4mm
4mm

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EP8 Kits and Accessories
See spectrumfurniture.com for the latest
accessories and detailed warranty information.
EP8 Kits:
99011 - 72”
99010 - 60”
99018 - 48”
99009 - 44”
99008 - 36”
99014 - 30”
99013 - 24”
Base Power Feed - 99022
with 36” exible cord
Accessories
1” Bell Glide Riser Kit - 98513
• Raises worksurface height to 30”
[76.2 cm]
• 5/16-18 thread
• Set of 4
• Shipping weight: .5 lb [.23 kg]
Cover Plate - 38978
• For use when CPU sling is not
needed or being used
• 16 ga steel
• Shipping weight: 1.25 lb [.57 kg]
7-Outlet Power Strip - 99024
• Electrical Rating: AC 125V, 15
Amps
• 1000 Joules surge capacity
• 12’ Cord length
• LED switch
• UL Listed
• Shipping weight: 1.9 lb [.86 kg]
Note: Slings and cover plates are available should it later be necessary to convert from
or to CPU towers. Single desks take one sling or cover plate, double desks take two.
CPU Sling for 24”D desks - 38981
• 4-8”W [10.2-20.3 cm] x 12”D [30.5 cm]
x 18”H [45.7 cm]
• 16 ga steel
• Includes nylon straps
• Shipping weight: 10 lb [4.5 kg]
CPU Sling for 30”D desks - 38980
• 4-8”W [10.2-20.3 cm] x 18”D [45.7 cm]
x 18”H [45.7 cm]
• 16 ga steel
• Includes nylon straps
• Shipping weight: 10 lb [4.5 kg]