Workrite ES2E54–72, ES3E54-72 Assembly & Installation Manual

Assembly & Installation Instructions:
Essentia 2-Leg Workcenter ES2E54–72, ES3E54-72

Parts Included, Frame Set

Legs

A

Qty: 2 E

Box1: 660 8716-2PK- 01 Box2: 44 35511-01

Short Bracket

Qty: 2

#12 × ¾" Pan Head

I

Laminate Top Screw
Qty: 40

#M6 × 12 mm Flat Head Cap Screw

D

Qty: 12

#8 × ⅝" Pan Head Screw

L

Qty: 10

" White Leg Cable Loops

M

Qty: 10

Rear Bracket

B

Qty: 2

Connector Bracket

C

Qty: 1

Le End Bracket

F

Qty: 1

Right End Bracket

G

Qty: 1

4 mm Allen Wrench

H

Qty: 1

D

Control Box

J

Qty: 1

Cable Spool

K

Qty: 2

Power Cord

N

Qty: 1

#M6 × 12 mm Flat Head Cap Screw

Qty: 8

Box3: 6013 312-5472-01

Required & Sold Separately

Foot Kit
Basic or Programmable Switch
Top

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WARNING: Maximum loading of table assembly is 225 lb. (102 kg). Maximum load includes the weight of the

table top itself, any equipment placed upon it, and any equipment suspended or hanging under it. Loading should be evenly distributed
over table surfaces. “Payload Capacity” is the Workrite Ergonomics recommended maximum loading which includes the Workrite sourced
table top.

Essentia 2-leg

V = 120 VAC, 60 Hz / 8 A maximum

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:

When using an electrical furnishing, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
Read all instructions before using this Essentia Workcenter.

DANGER: To reduce the risk of electric shock, always unplug this Essentia Workcenter from the electrical outlet before

cleaning.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons:

1. Unplug from outlet before putting on or taking o parts.

2. Close supervision is necessary when this furnishing is used by, or near children, invalids, or disabled persons.

3. Use this furnishing only for its intended use as described in these instructions. Do not use attachments not recommended by the
manufacturer.

4. Never operate this furnishing if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or
dropped into water. Return the furnishing to a service center for examination and repair.

5. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.

6. Do not use outdoors.

7. Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.

8. To disconnect, remove plug from outlet.

9. Each surface intended to support an equipment payload of 225 pounds.

FOR COMMERCIAL USE ONLY

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT NOTE!
You must complete initialization (Step 13) at the end of
assembly or your workcenter WILL NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY.

Verify that you have all the tools needed for the assembly

✓

You will need the following tools:

#2 tip Phillips screwdriver or drill/driver
#3 tip Phillips screwdriver or drill/driver
M4 tip bit or 4 mm Allen Wrench (I)

If you do not have a Workrite worksurface, you will also need:

⅛" pilot drill bit
" pilot drill bit

or

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Layout Legs and Brackets

1

Lay out Legs (A) and Brackets (B, C, E, F and G) on
the floor.

B

E

C

B

F

Assemble Rear Brackets to Connector Bracket

2

Assemble Rear Brackets (B) to Connector Bracket (C) using
#M6×10 mm Flat Head Cap Screws (D).

Use this guide to determine the correct holes for mounting
based on the width of your workcenter.

Tighten securely.

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#M6 × 12 mm Flat Head

D

Cap Screw

E

A

G

A

To avoid stripping the threads, always
insert and make the first few turns
of the screw BY HAND with an Allen
wrench (H), ensuring it is in straight.

H

D

B

Note!

Only use the #M6 × 12 mm Flat Head
Cap Screws for assembly.

B

B

C

D

43"

B

C

58" Workcenters

61"

C

D

70" Workcenters

55"

C

D

B

64" Workcenters

49"

B

B

52" Workcenters

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B

Attach Short & Medium Brackets

3

Attach Short Brackets (E) using
#M6×12mm Flat Head Cap Screws (D) to
both legs.

Attach Right End Bracket (G) to sides of
the Leg (A) using Flat Head Cap Screws
(D). Attach Le End Bracket (F) to sides
of the other Leg (A) using Flat Head Cap
Screws (D).

Tighten securely.

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#M6 × 12 mm Flat Head

D

Cap Screw

Right Bracket

Caution!

Only use the #M6 × 12 mm Flat Head
Cap Screws for assembly. Use of longer
screws will damage the legs.

To avoid stripping the threads, always
insert and make the first few turns
of the screw BY HAND with an Allen
wrench (H), ensuring it is in straight.

Right Leg

A

H

D

G

D

E

B

Assembled

D

front

Le Leg

A

C

B

D

Note: The right bracket will be on your le and vice versa when the
assembly is seen upside down.

D

D

E

Le Bracket

F

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Attach Base to Workrite Pre-Drilled Workrite Worksurface

4

If you have a non-Workrite worksurface skip to Step 5.

Note: For 2-Leg Corner and 120° Worksurface Mounting Instructions, go to: www.workriteergo.com/instructions

Position leg assembly to align

a

mounting holes in brackets to pre­drilled holes in worksurface.

b

Attach at the four corner locations
using #12 × ¾" Pan Head Laminate
Top Screws (I). If you use an electric
screwdriver, be sure it is on the
lowest torque setting to avoid
stripping the holes in the top.

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#12 × ¾" Pan Head

I

Laminate Top Screw

b

I

b

I

a

b

b

I

front

With frame set positioned and the four corner screws secure, attach frame set using the remaining #12 × ¾" Pan

c

Head Laminate Top Screws (I).

Tighten securely.

I

a

c

3 screws per

Short Bracket

c

2 screws per End Bracket

(2 installed in Step 4b)

c

16 screws per

Rear Bracket Assembly

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5

Attach Base to Worksurface - Non­Workrite Tops

Note: For 2-Leg Corner and 120° Worksurface
Mounting Instructions, go to: www.workriteergo.com/instructions

Position Leg Assembly

a

centered le to right and

6.125" from the front of the
worksurface, making sure the
frame runs parallel with the
back edge of the worksurface.

Use a ⅛" drill bit to drill

b

pilot holes at the four corner
locations. You may wish to
mark your drill bit so you
do not drill any more than
¾" deep and damage tour
worksurface top.

Do not drill all the way through worksurface!

a

b

6.125"

front

>¾"

Center

Note: Avoid trip or tip hazards!
For uniquely shaped, non-rectangular worksurfaces, it is the
installers responsibility to position the worksurface to minimize
extended overhangs and position feet fully under the worksurface.

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#12 × ¾" Pan Head

I

Laminate Top Screw

b

Parallel to edge

b

b

Attach at the four corner locations using #12 × ¾" Pan Head Laminate

c

Top Screws (I). If you use an electric screwdriver, be sure it is on the
lowest torque setting to avoid stripping the holes in the top.

With frame set positioned and the four corner screws secure, drill pilot

d

holes first then attach the frame set using the remaining #12×¾" Pan
Head Laminate Top Screws (I).

Tighten securely.

I

c

I

c

d

3 screws per

Short Bracket

I

6.125"

23"- 30"

a

d

I

c

c

2 screws per End Bracket

(2 installed in Step 5c)

d

16 screws per

Rear Bracket Assembly

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Attach Feet (sold separately)

6

Refer to foot kit instructions for steps to install your feet.

Hardware at actual size

#M6 × 16 mm Flat Head Cap



Screw

Note!

Only use the #M6 × 16 mm Flat Head Cap
Screw from the Foot Kit for assembly.

Attach Control Box & Cable Spools to Worksurface

7

Position Control Box (J).

a

If you have a Workrite worksurface:
Locate the two pilot holes for the Control Box and proceed to Step 7b.

If you do not have a Workrite worksurface:

Place Control Box (J) in position and use a pencil to mark pilot hole placement. Control Box should be placed
towards rear center of worksurface as shown. Remove Control Box and drill pilot holes where marked.

Do not drill all the way through worksurface!

With Control Box (J) positioned over pilot holes, attach with two #12 × ¾" Pan Head Screws (I).

b

Attach Cable Spool (K) with the #12 × ¾" Pan Head Screw (I) to underside of worksurface. If you do not have a

c

Workrite worksurface, mount Cable Spools (K) in a convenient location between Legs and Control Box. Lay out
Switch and Leg Cables (A) to be sure they all reach the Control Box.

Hardware at actual size

#12 × ¾" Pan Head

I

Laminate Top Screw

I

K

b

I

I

I

J

c

c

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A

a

A

K

Attach Switch

8

Refer to switch instructions for steps to install your switch.

Attach Cable Loops and Route Cables

9

Attach " White Leg Cable Loops (M) to underside of worksurface using #8 × ⅝" Pan Head Screw (L) making
sure to wrap the Cable Loop around the cable prior to attaching. If you do not have a Workrite worksurface,
attach cable loops in a convenient locations between Legs or Switch and the Control Box.

Use the ⅛" Black Switch Cable Loops and screws from your Workrite Switch to secure your Switch Cable.

L

" White Leg

Cable Loops (M)

M

⅛" Black Switch

Cable Loops and

screws from your

Workrite Switch

Hardware at actual size

#8 × ⅝" Pan Head

L

Screw

⅛" Black Switch

Cable Loops and

screws from your

Workrite Switch

L

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M

" White Leg

Cable Loops (M)

Connect Leg Cables, Switch Cable and Power Cord to Control Box

10

Connect the Leg Cable (A) to the six position leg ports “M1” & “M2” on the Control Box (J).

a

Insert the Switch Cable into the switch port “HS” on the Control Box (J).

b

Insert the Power Cord (N) into the power port on the Control Box (J).

c

N

a

A

b

A

c

N

J

Power Cord (N ) in Power Port

J

Leg Cable (A) into Leg Ports

“M1” & “M2”

Switch Cable into Switch Port

“HS”

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11

Put Workcenter Upright and Connect Power Cord to the Power Supply

Turn the workcenter over into an upright position.

a

Plug the Power Cord (N) into the power outlet.

b

b

N

a

12

Adjust Feet Glides

If necessary, adjust Leveling Glides on workcenter feet to level the worksurface. Unscrew to increase height,
screw in to decrease height.

Initialize Legs

13

Aer all Legs and the Switch are connected, and the power cord has been plugged in, hold the down arrow on
the Switch until the Legs make a short motion down and then back up. This initializes and synchronizes the
workcenter Legs.

You must complete this
initialization step or your
workcenter will NOT
function properly.

Cleaning Instructions

✓

To clean the Essentia legs, apply cleaner to a so cloth.

Suggested cleaners: Windex or Formula 409.
Do not use solvents and do not saturate or spray cleaners directly onto workcenter base.

Parts & Accessories

✓

Visit http://workriteergo.com/documentation/other/workrite_ergonomics_pricing_specification_guide.pdf for
replacement parts.

Hold down the down arrow
until workcenter moves slightly
upwards!

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