These two assemblies then toollessly attach to the front and rear bottom handles of the ThinkStation Workstation to provide mobility to the system. This whitepaper enables ThinkStation PX, P8, and P7 users to 3D print, assemble, and install their own ThinkStation Chassis Wheels.
Section 1 — Purchased Parts Before assembly, parts will need to be procured. ThinkStation Chassis Wheels require both purchased and 3D printed parts. Table 1 contains the parts that are required to be purchased online, hyperlinks are provided in column1: Table 1 –...
Section 2 — 3D Printed Parts The base of The ThinkStation Chassis Wheels is a 3D printed part. Download the appropriate 3D print file from the ThinkStation Customer Solutions website where this whitepaper is located. Users should print two of each part, one for the front and one for the rear.
Section 3 -- Assembly Instructions Prior to beginning assembly, ensure that you have procured the following parts listed in Sections 1 and 2: Table 3 – Summary of Parts Part Quantity Casters Thumbscrews Screws 3D Printed Base Instructions: Note: The ThinkStation Chassis Wheels consist of two identical assemblies, one for the front of the chassis, and one for the rear.
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Table 4 – Acceptable Caster Installation Locations Acceptable Not Acceptable 1a) Screw the Casters into the bottom of the 3D Printed Base as shown in Figure Figure 1 – Casters Screwed into 3D Printed Base Step 2: Thumbscrew Assembly 2a) Press the Thumbscrews into the top of the 3D Printed Base until they stop, they should insert about 1cm.
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Figure 2 – Thumbscrews threaded into 3D Printed Base 2b) (Optional) If the Thumbscrews are difficult to turn, repeatably screw and unscrew the Thumbscrew to form the thread in the 3D print better. This issue may arise depending on the tolerance of the 3D printer used to make the 3D Printed Base.
Section 4 -- Installation Instructions Once you have assembled the ThinkStation Chassis Wheels, it is time to install them on your ThinkStation workstation. The ThinkStation Chassis Wheels utilize the chassis’ handles for proper retention and weight distribution. Instructions: Note: Installation of the wheel assemblies on the front and rear handles are identical.
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2b) Lift the chosen side of the chassis slightly off the ground like in Figure 5. Note: The chassis will need to remain lifted throughout installation. It may be helpful to get assistance from another person so that one person can lift the chassis while the other installs the wheel assemblies.
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Step 3: Secure Wheel Assembly 3) Turn the Thumbscrew clockwise until it engages the top of the chassis handle like in Figure 7. The wing of the Thumbscrew should be perpendicular to the handle as shown. Note: The Thumbscrew should engage the top of the handle with a light friction fit. It is not necessary to strongly tighten the Thumbscrew as this may cause damage to the handle.
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Figure 8 – Final Installation Removal: To remove the chassis wheels: 1) Quarter-turn the Thumbscrews until they resemble their position in Figure 4. It is not necessary to unscrew the Thumbscrews all the way. This will allow for simple re-installation. 2) Lift the chassis slightly off the ground.
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