Ergotron LX Sit-Stand Wall Keyboard Arm

Introduction

This document provides instructions for the installation, adjustment, and safe use of the Ergotron LX Sit-Stand Wall Keyboard Arm. It is designed to enhance ergonomic workstations by providing a flexible and adjustable platform for keyboards and other equipment.

The LX Sit-Stand Wall Keyboard Arm includes Ergotron's Constant Force™ Technology, ensuring smooth and stable movement.

Safety Warnings

WARNING: Ensure that the wall structure is capable of supporting four times the total weight of mounted equipment. Mounting to wall surfaces that do not meet this criteria may result in an unstable, unsafe condition which could lead to personal injury and/or property damage. Consult a construction professional if you have any doubt about what this means in regard to your particular application.

WARNING! Stored Energy Hazard: The arm mechanism is under tension and will move up rapidly, on its own, as soon as attached equipment is removed. For this reason, DO NOT remove equipment unless the arm has been moved to the highest position! Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury and/or equipment damage!

CAUTION: Make sure the wall mount bracket is level, flush and snug to the wall surface. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN THE BOLTS.

CAUTION: DO NOT EXCEED MAXIMUM LISTED WEIGHT CAPACITY. SERIOUS INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE MAY OCCUR!

CAUTION: Leave enough slack in cable to allow full range of motion. To avoid the potential to pinch cables it is important to follow the cable routing instructions in this manual. Failure to follow these instructions may result in equipment damage or personal injury.

CAUTION: DO NOT overtighten fasteners. Overtightening may cause damage to your equipment.

Ergonomic Mounting Height Recommendation

This mounting height is a recommendation for an ergonomic workstation that accommodates user heights of 5'0"-5'9" (152-175cm). If user heights are different than this, you should change mounting height to accommodate user heights. (Change mounting height one inch for every one inch difference in user heights).

Diagram showing two figures of people at ergonomic workstations, illustrating recommended mounting heights for users between 5'0" and 5'9" (152-175cm).

Tools and Parts

Tools Needed:

• Stud Finder
• Drill (implied)
• Level
• Screwdriver (implied)
• Wrench (implied)

Diagram showing various tools required for installation, including a stud finder, level, measuring tape, and screwdrivers.

Mounting Surfaces:

• Wood Stud Mounting
• Concrete Mounting

Illustrations showing the types of wall surfaces suitable for mounting: wooden studs and concrete walls.

Parts List:

Diagram showing the components of the Ergotron LX Sit-Stand Wall Keyboard Arm, labeled A through E, and various fasteners.

• Component A: Wall mount bracket
• Component B: Arm assembly
• Component C: Keyboard tray support
• Component D: Cover pieces
• Component E: Keyboard tray
• Various screws and fasteners (M8 x 80mm, M6 x 45mm, M4 x 8mm, M4 x 14mm, 10-24 x 1/2", 10-24 x 5/8")

Installation Steps

Step 1: Determine Mounting Location

Select a suitable location on the wall. Ensure the wall structure is strong enough to support the equipment.

Diagram illustrating the process of determining the mounting location for the keyboard arm on a wall.

Step 2: Mount the Wall Bracket

For Wood Stud Mounting:

1. Locate wall studs using a stud finder.
2. Position the wall mount bracket onto the stud.
3. Ensure the bracket is level and flush against the wall.
4. Secure the bracket using appropriate fasteners (e.g., M8 x 80mm screws).

Step-by-step diagrams illustrating the installation of the keyboard arm mount onto a wooden stud, including drilling and securing the bracket with M8 screws.

For Concrete Mounting:

1. Drill holes into the concrete wall at the determined location. Ensure holes are at least 3-1/8" (80mm) deep and in solid concrete.
2. Insert anchors into the drilled holes.
3. Position the wall mount bracket over the anchors.
4. Secure the bracket using appropriate fasteners (e.g., M8 x 80mm screws with anchors).

Step-by-step diagrams illustrating the installation of the keyboard arm mount onto concrete, including drilling holes, inserting anchors, and securing the bracket with M8 screws.

CAUTION: Ensure the wall mount bracket is level, flush and snug to the wall surface. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN THE BOLTS.

Step 3: Attach the Arm Assembly

Connect the arm assembly (Component B) to the wall mount bracket.

Diagram showing the attachment of the arm assembly to the wall mount bracket.

Step 4: Assemble Keyboard Tray Components

Attach the keyboard tray support (Component C) and keyboard tray (Component E) to the arm assembly using the provided screws (e.g., M6 x 45mm, M4 x 8mm).

Diagrams illustrating the assembly of the keyboard tray components, including attaching the tray support and the tray itself using screws.

NOTE: When sliding the sleeve onto the bracket, align the slot over the rotation stop.

Diagram showing how to align the sleeve with the rotation stop during assembly.

CONTAINS GREASE. Use bag to protect hands from getting greasy.

Step 5: Install Keyboard Tray

Attach the keyboard tray to the arm assembly.

Diagram illustrating the attachment of the keyboard tray to the arm.

Step 6: Secure Keyboard Tray

Use screws (e.g., M4 x 8mm) to secure the keyboard tray.

Diagram showing the use of M4 screws to secure the keyboard tray.

Step 7: Attach Keyboard

Place the keyboard onto the tray and secure it.

Step-by-step diagrams illustrating the process of placing and securing a keyboard onto the installed tray, including cleaning the surface with an alcohol prep pad.

Step 8: Cable Management

Route and secure cables along the arm using the provided clips to keep them tidy and prevent pinching.

Diagram illustrating step 8, showing how to route and secure cables along the arm using provided clips.

Adjustments

Step 9: Adjust Arm Position

After installation, adjust the arm to ensure it moves smoothly and stays in the desired position. This may require multiple turns. If equipment is added or removed, re-adjust as needed.

Diagrams illustrating the adjustment step, emphasizing the need to adjust the arm after installation to ensure smooth movement and proper positioning.

Step 10: Adjust Lift and Strength

Lift Up and Down: Adjust the arm for vertical movement.

Lift Strength Adjustment:

• Increase Lift Strength: If the mounted weight is too heavy or the product does not stay up when raised, increase the lift strength.
• Decrease Lift Strength: If the mounted weight is too light or the product does not stay down when lowered, decrease the lift strength.

Diagrams illustrating step 10, showing how to adjust the lift mechanism for up/down movement and how to increase or decrease lift strength based on the weight of the mounted equipment.

Removing Tilting Feature

Follow the diagrams to remove the tilting feature if desired. Save the screws for future reattachment.

Diagrams showing how to remove the tilting feature from the keyboard arm, with a note to save the screws.

Weight Capacity

The weight capacity for the Ergotron LX Sit-Stand Wall Keyboard Arm is 0-5 lbs (0 - 2.3 kg).

CAUTION: DO NOT EXCEED MAXIMUM LISTED WEIGHT CAPACITY. SERIOUS INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE MAY OCCUR!

Diagram illustrating the weight capacity of the arm.

Removing Covers

Follow the diagrams to remove the top and bottom covers.

Diagrams showing how to remove the top and bottom covers.

Resources and Contact Information

For the latest User Installation Guide, Warranty information, or Service details, please visit:

• User Installation Guide: www.ergotron.com
• Warranty: www.ergotron.com/warranty
• Service: www.ergotron.com
• Local Customer Care Phone Numbers: http://contact.ergotron.com

NOTE: When contacting customer service, reference the serial number.

Learn more about ergonomic computer use at: www.ergotron.com/ergonomics

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