Friant & Associates Interra Installation Manual

Interra Installation Manual
to install the Friant
Interra panel system
Instructions
Friant & Associates, LLC
Table of Contents
Getting Started
Frame Assembly & Connectors
Other Connectors & Finished Ends
Trims & Top Caps
A/B Base Trim �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������24 Top Cap Installation �������������������������������������������������������������������������������29 Glass Top Cap Installation, Center & End Cap ��������������������������30
Tiles
Upper Components
Worksurfaces & Legs
Worksurface: Rectangular ������������������������������������������������������������������� 61 Worksurface: Corner ������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 62 Open Metal Leg ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������63 Square Post Leg ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������64 Square Metal P-Leg ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������73 Square Metal Leg Triangle Frame ��������������������������������������������������� 74 Triangle Leg with Frame Support Bar ������������������������������������������65 Laminate End Panel �������������������������������������������������������������������������������68
Electrical
Lower Storage
Pedestals �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������69 Lateral Files ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������70 Laterals Counterweight Installation ������������������������������������������������ 71 Interra 120° Build-out ���������������������������������������������������������������������������� 72
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Interra System Installation Manual
Introduction
The Interra System Installation manual provides the necessary instruction for the safe installation of the Interra System for:
• The Installers with visual and written instructions.
• The End Users to ensure continued safe use of the product when
maintaining and reconfiguring the product.
To ensure proper installation of the product, the Interra System requires layout and wall supports as specified in this manual. Reconfiguration of the product and additions to an installation must be performed per the instructions in this manual to ensure the continued safe use of the product. Friant & Associates, LLC does not assume any responsibility for product that is altered in any way.The Interra System is composed of full and/or partial height Walls, Support Cabinets, Wall Mounted and Free­Standing components, and accessories.
The Interra System is considered to be portable furniture; therefore, subject to applicable local Fire, Electrical and Building Codes. Check with local authorities prior to installation.
ELECTRICAL STATEMENT: Friant’s Interra System Electrical Distribution
System is listed with the Underwriters Laboratories, and complies with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/BIFMA 70. Check with local authorities prior to installing the product.
NOTE: To ensure proper installation of the product, frames must be leveled during the installation process.
WARNING: Failure to follow the instructions
in this manual can result in product damage, personal injury, or death.
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General Tools, Staging & Safety
General Tools
Thefollowingtoolsarenecessaryforeldassemblyandinstallation
of Friant’s Interra product:
• allen wrench 1/4”
• #2 phillips head screwdriver
• #3 phillips head screwdriver
• screwdriver, med slotted
• measuring tape (25’ or more)
• rubber mallet or dead blow mallet
• carpenter’s level (48”)
In addition, the following tools will help speed up installations:
• drill (12v or more)
• set of drill bits
• set of screw bits #2 and #3
• 1/4” allen bit for drill
• wrench open end 10 mm (long handle is best)
• pliers
• carton knife
• ratchet head with 1/4” allen bit
• 6’ step ladder
• material handling carts
Safety
Please note all warnings, as
these are for your safety�
Always use proper tools when
installing�
Keep your work area clean,
clutter-free and safe during installation�
Use eye protection when
working under a workstation or when working with tools�
Many products weight more
than 35 pounds, so use two or more people to safely lift, carry and install the products�
When using tools, extension
cords or ladders, use them in accordance to OHSA guidelines�
Work safe, work smart�
Staging
Inaneorttomakeyourprojectrunmoresmoothly,thefollowingis
recommended:
1. Check in and count all products for accuracy and damage prior to
the delivery truck leaving. Note any damages or shortages on the
Bill of Lading before signing.
2. Notify the factory immediately of any shortages or damages (with
photo to document).
3. Unload all products into a staging area on your job site and sort by
product number.
4. Keep and maintain a clutter-free staging area — it will help speed up
your assembly.
5. Protect all building walls with furniture pads or cardboard where
productisleaningagainstthemorinhightracareas.
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Before Installation
Remove shipping spacers
Some sizes of Interra frames ship with stability bar at the top corners. All sizes ship with gray plastic spacers at the bottom. These are on the frame for shipping purposes only and must be removed before installation.
spacer
Spacers on the bottom of the frame can be removed by
pullingthemotheframe.Theydonothavescrews.
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A/B Style Frames
A-Style B-Style
(tiletooorshown)
A-Style Frame
tiletooorstyleorbasecoverstylewithadjustableglides
• Ships assembled with adjustable glides at bottom.
• Be sure that the glides are all the way in the bottom of the frame.
Iftheoorisuneven,glideadjustmentshouldbemadeduring
assembly of the product.
B-Style Frame
open base style with adjustable legs
• Ships unassembled.
• Prior to beginning the installation, attach legs to frame by inserting
the leg and tightening the bolt.
• Leg is adjustable. Be sure the legs are all the way in at their lowest
point.Iftheoorisuneven,glideadjustmentshouldbemadeduring
assembly of the product.
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Frame Connection Point Locations
For Frame to Frame or Frame to Connector. Shown below with beltline power.
Power & data distribution cut outs are approximately 2.75” tall and are located approximately 2.5”, 16”, 22”, & 33” from the bottom of the frame.
in product damage, personal injury, or death.
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33”
22” 16”
2.5”
WARNING: Failure to follow the
instructions in this manual can result
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Frame to Frame Assembly
Frame
Frame
Bolt
Alignment Nut
Hexagonal Cutout
Threaded Nut
Alignment Nut
Bolt
Threaded Nut
Use Frame to Frame packages to connect frames of equal or dierent heights in a straight line� Frame to Frame package consists of: a bolt, alignment nut, and threaded nut� Use the quantity of Frame to Frame connection packages needed per the chart below, and see Frame Connection Point Location page�
Frame Connection points per height:
Height Connections 29” 2 37” 3 45” 3 53” 3 61” 4 69” 4 85” 5
Frame to Frame of the same height
1� Frames are connected to each other
by means of connecting bolts� A connecting bolt consists of: a bolt, a alignment nut and a threaded nut�
Glide Adjustment
Base cover holder
Glide
Correct Assembly
2� Bring frames to be connected to-
gether� Insert alignment nut in the hexagonal cutout in frame number 1�
3� Insert threaded nut in the hexagonal
cutout in frame number 2�
4� Insert bolt through the alignment
nut and secure to threaded nut�
5� Prior to tightening the bolt, insert
the correct number of connecting bolts, as per the table above and at the location indicated in the Con­nection Point Location reference page�
6� After all connecting bolts are in-
serted, tighten all bolts until all stiles come securely together�
7� Do not over tighten�
NOTE: To ensure proper installation of the product, frames must be leveled during the installation process.
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Frame to Frame of Dierent Heights
Taller Frame
Shorter Frame
Use Frame to Frame packages to connect frames of equal or dierent heights in a straight line� Frame to Frame package consists of: a bolt, alignment nut, and threaded nut� Use the quantity of Frame to Frame connection packages needed per the chart below, and see Frame Connection Point Location page�
Threaded Nut
Alignment Nut
Bolt
Alignment Nut
Bolt
Threaded Nut
Correct Assembly
Frame Connection points per height:
Height Connections 29” 2 37” 3 45” 3 53” 3 61” 4 69” 4
Frame to Frame of dierent height
1� Frames are connected to each other
by means of connecting bolts� A connecting bolt consists of: a bolt, a alignment nut and a threaded nut�
2� Bring the shorter frame together
with the taller frame and insert alignment nut in the hexagonal cutout at the top of the shorter frame�
3� Insert threaded nut in the hexagonal
cutout in the taller frame�
Glide Adjustment
Base cover holder
Glide
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4� Insert bolt through the alignment
nut and secure to threaded nut in the taller frame�
5� Prior to tightening the bolt, insert
the correct number of connecting bolts for the shorter frame, as per the table above and at the location indicated in the Connection Point Location reference page�
6� After all connecting bolts are
inserted, tighten all bolts until all stiles come securely together�
7� Do not over tighten�
NOTE: To ensure proper installation of the product, frames must be leveled during the installation process.
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Stacking Frame Installation
Stacking Frame
Base Frame
Securing Plate
Bolt
WARNING: Never install worksurfaces
on Stacking Frames. Never install more than one Stacking Frame on top of a base frame. Overhead shelves and storage can only be hung on a Stacking Frame when it is connected to connectors or other frames.
1� Remove top tile from base panel at
desired location by pulling towards you to disengage top clips from the frame� Pull tile up to disengage bottom hooks from frame� Repeat for other side of frame�
2� Remove top cap by removing wing
nuts and lifting top cap� Set aside for reuse on top of Stacking Frame�
3� Position Stacking Frame above
existing frame, aligning the holes in brackets with the holes in the frame� Install two (2) bolts through the securing plates on the Stacking Frame� Do not tighten�
Bolt secured into top of base frame
4� When installing (2) Stacking Frames
side by side, see Stacking Frame to Stacking Frame installation on page 11�
5� Tighten bolts into top of base frame�
6� Install top cap on Stacking Frame�
7� Reinstall all tiles�
NOTE: If installing Window Tile on a Stacking Frame, must specify Window Tile Stacking.
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Stacking Frame to Stacking Frame Installation
Frame to Frame of the same height
1� After securing Stacking Frame
to the base frame (page 8), level them for attaching together�
2� Stacking Frames are connected
to each other by means of connecting bolts� A connecting bolt consists of: a bolt, a alignment nut and a threaded nut�
3� Insert alignment nut in the hex-
agonal cutout in frame number 1�
4� Insert threaded nut in the hexag-
onal cutout in frame number 2�
5� Insert bolt through the align-
ment nut and secure to threaded nut�
6� Prior to tightening the bolt, in-
sert two (2)connecting bolts�
7� After all connecting bolts are
inserted, tighten all bolts until all stiles come securely together�
8� Do not over tighten�
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Door Frame Installation
Connecting Bolts
NOTE: Door swing cannot be changed. If opposite swing configuration is needed, a new door is required.
1� Door Frame is factory
assembled for either left of right hand swing�
2� Place Door Frame at the
proper location with door swing on the desired side of frame�
3� Connect Door Frame
to adjacent frame with connecting bolts� Each door frame has a total of eight (8) bolts, four (4) on each side�
Connecting Bolt
Connecting Bolt
Connecting Bolt
4� Adjust adjacent frame glides
so door opening is square with the door� Door frame must be parallel to the flat face of the door�
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Frame to Connector Assembly
Insertion Point
Alignment Tab
Connector Post
Frame
Frame to Connector Assembly
Alignment tabs and threaded inserts are already secured to the connecting posts�
1� Position frame so that the
alignment tabs at the bottom of the connector post align with the corresponding insertion point on the Frame�
2� Frames are secured to
connector posts by means of connecting bolts� For frame to connector assembly, the connecting bolt consists of a bolt and a washer as shown in image to the left� Insert the first bolt and washer� Tighten bolt lightly�
Threaded Insert
Washer
Connecting Bolt
Glide Adjustment
Glide
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3� Continue by inserting the
correct number of connecting bolts as per the table below, at the location indicated in the Connection Point Location reference page�
4� Prior to tightening all bolts,
ensure that the frame and connector post are squarely aligned�
5� Tighten all bolts until stiles and
connector post come securely together�
See next page for diagram of 2-Way, 3-Way, 4-Way connector post installation�
Frame Connection points per
height:
Height Connections 29” 2 37” 3 45” 3 53” 3 61” 4 69” 4 85” 5
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Frame to Connector Assembly: 2-Way, 3-Way, 4-Way
2-Way
3-Way
4-Way
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Stacking Frame to Connector Installation
Stacking Frame to Connector
1� Stacking Frames are secured to
connector posts by means of connecting bolts� For Stacking Frame to connector assembly, the connecting bolt consists of a bolt and a washer as shown in image to the left� Insert the first bolt and washer� Tighten bolt lightly�
2� Continue by inserting the
second as shown�
3� Prior to tightening all bolts,
ensure that the frame and connector post are squarely aligned�
4� Tighten all bolts until stiles and
connector post come securely together�
5� Do not over tighten�
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Wall Strip
Wall Strip secured at the top hole
NOTE: Wall strips must be installed to structural walls. Be sure to install wall strips at studs, if possible.
1� Install the first wall strip,
securing with a screw through the hole at the top�
2� Ensure that the wall strip is level�
Mark the attachment points on the wall through the wall strip�
3� Complete attachment to the
wall, by drilling holes at the attachment points, and securing with screws�
Second Wall Strip secured at top
4� Aligning with a level, mark the
location for the second wall strip� The spacing between wall strips should be either: 47”, 41”, 35”, 29” or 23”�
5� Repeat steps 2 and 3 to secure
the second wall strip�
distance between
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Tile Adapters
Wall Strips installed
Inserting Tile Adapter
Tile Adapter hook
Tile Adapter hook
NOTE: Only available for use with these tiles: fabric, rail, and perforated metal.
1� Wall strips should already be
installed�
2� Insert hook of Tile Adapter into
the Wall Strip� Hook should be oriented as shown in image to the left�
3� Push Tile adapter to be sure it is
seated securely�
4� For Tile Installation, see pages
45-49�
NOTE: 8” Tile Adapters for use only at the bottom of a 40” or 56” wall strip. Not for use in any other position nor in 64/80” high wall strips.
Tile Adapter hook engaged
NOTE: Tile Adapter dimension does not need to match the tiles installed (i.e. a 24” tile should be installed on a 32” tile adapter.)
NOTE: When using a 32”H Tile Adapter, do not use an 8”H tile in the bottom position.
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Wall Start
NOTE: Wall Start applications require some additional tools. Most important are a good tape measure, level, drill and appropriate screws for the type of wall attaching to.
WARNING: The wall
should be reinforced to prevent damage or injury.
1� Locate on your plan the wall
start� Measure the wall, and very lightly with a pencil, mark the location of the wall start�
2� Take a panel and level it to
the wall to determine the mounting height of the wall start� Lightly mark the wall at the top of the panel�
3� Locate the top 2 holes of the
wall start and mark on the wall for positioning�
Connection Points
Correct number of bolts inserted at locations for this example of a 53”H frame is 3.
4� Level the wall start and repeat
this step on the middle and bottom�
5� Secure the wall start to the
wall using the appropriate screws for the type of wall it will be attached to�
6� Frames are secured to wall
start by means of connecting bolts� For frame to wall start assembly the connecting bolt consists of a bolt and a washer as shown in image to the left�
7� Insert the first bolt and
washer� Tighten bolt lightly�
8� Continue by inserting the
correct number of connecting bolts at the location indicated as per the table below, at the location indicated in the Connection Point Location reference page�
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Frame Connection points per
height:
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Wall Start
Wall Start Frame
Height Connections 29” 2 37” 3 45” 3 53” 3 61” 4 69” 4 85” 5 9� Prior to tightening all bolts,
ensure that the frame and wall start are squarely aligned�
10� Tighten all bolts until stiles
and wall start come securely together�
11� Do not over tighten�
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Frame Finished End Installation
Rectangular Slot
Extended Tab
Finished End
Frame Finished End
NOTE: Frame Finished End must be installed prior to installing the frame Top Caps.
1� Position the Finished End
onto the frame channel so the extended tabs at the top and bottom pass through the rectangular slots on the side of the frame�
2� Hold the Finished End tight
against the frame and slide the Finished End down�
Frame
3� To remove Finished End
from the frame, pull the Finished End up until it disengages from the frame�
NOTE: After installation of the Frame Top Cap, should you need to remove the Finished End, you will first need to loosen and lift the Top Cap in order to pull the Finished End off.
NOTE: If Finished End is loose, remove Finished End, tighten the extended tab by pressing down on it and reinstall.
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Finished End Change of Height Installation
Finished End Change of Height for Connectors
Welded Connection Plate
Finished End Change of Height
Extended Tabs
slide down to engage
Extended Tab
1� Position the Finished End
Change of Height onto the connector so the extended tabs at the top and bottom pass through the opening and align with the welded connection plate�
2� Hold the Finished End
Change of Height tight against the connector and slide the Finished End Change of Height down�
3� To remove Finished End
Change of Height from the connector, pull the Finished End Change of Height up until it disengages from the connector�
NOTE: If Finished End Change of Height is loose, remove the Finished End Change of Height, tighten the extended tabs by pressing down on it, and reinstall.
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Finished End Change of Height Installation
Top Cap
Extended Tabs
Finished End Change of Height
Extended Tab
Finished End Change of Height for Frame to Frame
NOTE: Finished End Change of Height for Frame to Frame must be installed prior to installing the frame Top Caps.
1� Position the Finished End
Change of Height onto the frame channel so the extended tabs at the top and bottom pass through the rectangular slots on the side of the frame�
2� Hold the Finished End
Change of Height tight against the frame and slide the Finished End Change of Height down�
3� To remove Finished End
Change of Height from the frame, pull the Finished End Change of Height up until it disengages from the frame�
slide down to engage
NOTE: After installation of the Frame Top Cap, should you need to remove the Finished End, you will first need to loosen and lift the Top Cap in order to pull the Finished End off.
NOTE: If Finished End Change of Height is loose, remove the Finished End Change of Height, tighten the extended tabs by pressing down on it, and reinstall.
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Finished End Change of Height Installation
Finished End Change of Height 8”, for Connectors 29”H to 37”H
Magnet
Extended Tab
Magnet
Extended Tab
1� Position the Finished
2� Hold the Finished End
End Change of Height onto the connector so the extended tab at the bottom passes through the opening and align with the welded connection plate, and magnet holds to the connector�
Change of Height tight against the connector and slide the Finished End Change of Height down�
slide down to engage
3� To remove Finished End
Change of Height from the connector, pull the Finished End Change of Height up until it disengages from the connector�
NOTE: If Finished End Change of Height is loose, remove the Finished End Change of Height, tighten the extended tab by pressing down on it, and reinstall.
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A/B Base Trim
For use at a 2-Way or 3-Way 90°
When an A-style frame meets a
B-styleframeinaconguration,
an A/B Base Trim is necessary to cover the exposed frame at the base. The A/B Base trims snap into place with little pressure.
FIABBT-2
1� Insert A/B Base Trim inside
connector, long side first�
2� Align u-shaped channel with
edge of connector�
u-shaped channel
3� Rotate A/B Base Trim
outward until it clicks�
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