Humanscale M/FLEX, M/Connect 2, M/Power Installation Instructions

STEP 1: ATTACH MOUNT TO WORK SURFACE

Before you install your new M/Flex and monitor arms you will need to set up your M/Connect 2 or M/Power base.

Before proceeding, please refer to the installation manual that came with your M/Connect 2 or M/Power for instructions on mounting the base to your work surface.

STEP 2: BRACKET ASSEMBLY AND CABLE CLIP

SINGLE AND DUAL MONITOR APPLICATIONS

1. With the Lever (A) open, position the Dual Bracket (B) at the desired height on the Post (C).
   
2. Close the Lever entirely.
   
3. If you are using a second monitor, lift and remove the Cover (D).
   
   

TRIPLE MONITOR APPLICATIONS

1. Remove the two set screws (E) that retain the Bracket Cap (F). Lift the Bracket Cap (F) upwards to remove it.
   
2. Install the Extension Bracket (G) on top of the Dual Bracket. Insert the Tabs (H) into the Pockets (J). Replace the Set Screws. Tighten screws until the Extension Bracket is secure and the screws are flush with the surface.
3. Insert the Bracket Cap into the top of the Extension Bracket. Push down until it clicks into place.
   

CABLE ROUTING HOOK

1. Spread the hooks around the post in the desired location.
2. Squeeze the two sides until the Lock (K) snaps together.
   
3. To release, use fingernail to disengage the Lock.

STEP 3: SMART STOP ADJUSTMENT

A Smart Stop Ring is included at every Quick Attach joint.
Position the Smart Stop Ring to limit the arm's range of motion.
The marked angle will be in the center of the range of motion.

NOTE:
The stop rings must be configured in such a way that does not allow the monitor to pass behind the rear edge of the unit.

STEP 4: ATTACH ARMS TO BRACKET

Before adding each link, adjust the Smart Stop according to Step 3.

1. Insert the first link into the mount until the release button (A) locks in place.
2. Insert the next link into the first link.
3. To remove a link, press the release button and lift upward near the joint.
   

NOTE:
Triple link configurations are not supported.

NOTE:
The installation order of the links must not allow the monitor to pass behind the rear edge of the unit.

STEP 5: ATTACH VESA BRACKET TO MONITOR

1. Separate the VESA cover from the VESA plate.
2. Position the VESA plate over the mounting holes on the back of monitor with the D-shaped cutouts (A) in a vertical orientation. Attach using provided VESA screws.
3. Snap the VESA cover back in place.
   

The VESA plate features 75 mm and 100 mm hole patterns.

You may also use the screws which came with your monitor to attach the VESA plate. If you must offset the plate from the monitor, use the plastic spacers and extended screws provided.

STEP 6: ATTACH MONITOR TO ARM

1. Hold the monitor at an angle and lower it onto the arm. Fit the hook at the top of the arm into the D-shaped cutout in the VESA plate.
2. Push the bottom of the monitor back until the Quick Release Tab (B) on the arm snaps into position.
   
3. To remove the monitor, lift the Quick Release Tab and pull the bottom of the monitor away from the arm, then lift free of the hook.

NOTE:
If needed, adjust the Tension Screw (A) to hold the monitor in position.

STEP 7: CABLE MANAGEMENT

1. Route power and monitor cables through the flexible Cable Clips (A) on the Upper Link.
   
2. Slide the Cover (B) off of the Straight Link.
   
3. Route cables into the Straight Link and replace the Cover, sliding until it clicks into place.
4. Route cables through Cable Routing Hook (C).
   

Don't insert extension cords. Don't insert any cord connecting one workstation to another.

STEP 8: ADDING A SECOND ROW OF MONITORS

1. Remove Cap from the top of the first Post.
2. Install the Coupling Screw (A) into the top of Post. Leave half of the Screw sticking out.
3. Screw second Post onto the Coupling Screw.
   Posts must be tightly seated against each other.
   
4. Push Cap on top of second Post.

Do not install a Post, or a combination of Posts, that exceed 24" (610 mm) in height.

STEP 9: M/FLEX CLAMP ADJUSTMENTS

Your M/Flex arrives ready for use, however it may become necessary to adjust the clamp.

1. Remove monitors and links from the Bracket.
2. Open the Lever (A) all the way.
3. Turn the Adjustment Screw (B) clockwise ¼ of a turn using the 3 mm hex key (C).
4. Test your adjustments by closing the Lever.
   

If the lever is difficult to close, or will not close fully, it is over-tightened. Turn the Adjustment screw counter-clockwise slightly.

Forcing it closed will damage the M/Flex.

STEP 10: WEIGHT ADJUSTMENTS

Your monitor should move up and down easily and stay in position.
If the monitor moves down from the desired position, or is hard to lift, you should increase the counterbalance force. If the monitor moves up from the desired position you should decrease the counterbalance force.

1. Push the Upper Link (A) down until the Adjustment Screw (B) is visible.
   
2. Using the appropriate hex key (4 mm for M2.1, 5 mm for M8.1) turn the Adjustment Screw clockwise (towards + ) to increase force, or counter-clock wise (towards – ) to decrease force. Turn the Adjustment Screw (B) until the monitor is balanced.
   
3. Move the monitor around to ensure that the motion is smooth and the arm holds the monitor in place.

NOTE:
When installing several of the same monitors, note the position of the needle in the indicator (C) on top of the arm. Adjust the other arms to match.

Do not over-tighten the Adjustment Screw as it can damage the Arm.

Monitors Should Not Exceed:
15.5 lbs (7 Kg) for M2.1
28 lbs (12.7 Kg) for M8.1
Total Weight Not To Exceed 60 lbs (27.2 Kg)

M/FLEX INSTALLATION HARDWARE

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