VITRA Comma Assembly Instructions

Brand: VITRA

Model: Comma

Type: Assembly Instructions

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Comma

Developed by Vitra in Switzerland

Electrification UL

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CONTENTS

Contents

1 Notes............................................................................................................................................... 3

1.1 Proper use ...................................................................................................................................... 3

1.2 Explanation of symbols ............................................................................................................... 3

2 Safety .............................................................................................................................................. 4

3 Product description ...................................................................................................................... 5

4 Concept for electrification .......................................................................................................... 6

4.1 Parallel connection ...................................................................................................................... 6

5 Mounting principle and instructions ......................................................................................... 7

5.1 Example wiring .............................................................................................................................. 7

5.2 Specifications for the wiring ....................................................................................................... 8

5.2.1 Marking of separate circuits...................................................................................................... 10

6 Assembly ........................................................................................................................................ 11

6.1 Fitting multiple outlet strip to column ........................................................................................ 11

6.2 Fitting multiple outlet strip to table top ................................................................................... 12

6.3 Fitting the distributor ................................................................................................................... 12

6.4 Fitting the cable fasteners ......................................................................................................... 13

6.5 Fitting strain relief ....................................................................................................................... 14

6.6 Fitting GST-18 protective cap .................................................................................................... 15

7 Checklist ....................................................................................................................................... 16

8 Notes..............................................................................................................................................17

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NOTES

1 Notes

Please read these instructions carefully before use. Keep them in a safe place for later refer-

ence. Assembly/dismantling may only be performed by qualified personnel. Check delivery

is complete before assembly.

1.1 Proper use

All components listed in this manual are designed for the electrification of your furniture ac-

cording to UL guidelines.

There is a danger of damage to property or personal injury if improperly used.

Please dispose of your product in accordance with the currently applicable regula-

tions in your country.

1.2 Explanation of symbols

Safety instructions are indicated in these instructions as follows.

DANGER

Indicates a hazardous situation.

Failure to avoid such a situation may lead to severe or even fatal injury.

NOTE

Indicates basic information and work recommendations.

NOTE

Indicates a reference to another instruction.

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SAFETY

2 Safety

NOTICE

Please adhere to the following points to avoid any exposure to danger:

► Only use UL-certified components.

► The live components are only de-energised when the power plug is disconnected or

the power supply is switched off via an appropriate circuit breaker.

► If a live component is damaged, it must be replaced by Vitra Service or by a qualified

specialist.

► All work on and with electrical components may only be carried out by qualified spe-

cialists.

► The live components are only designed for indoor use.

► The electrical system of the furniture must be connected to an electrical supply with a

protective conductor (grounding).

► The electrical system of the furniture must be protected by a residual current device

(RCD) with a rated differential current not greater than 30 mA.

DANGER

Unsecured electrical power!

Risk of fatal injury from electric shock

► Disconnect the power supply before carrying out assembly and maintenance work.

► Disconnect the power supply in the event of thunderstorms and before lengthy ab-

sences.

► Disconnect the power supply if the unit begins to emit smoke, odours or unusual

noises.

► The power supply must be easily accessible.

► The maximum grid capacities specific to each country must not be exceeded.

► Check all live components for damage before use.

► Do not use if live components are damaged.

► Prevent the live components from coming into contact with liquids.

► Do not place live components near naked flames.

► Do not tamper with live components.

► Do not kink the cables or put undue weight on them.

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

3 Product description

1 Feed cable (1x power plug/1x GST-18 plug)

2 Connecting cable (2x GST-18 plug)

3 Multiple outlet strip

4 Holder for round tubing

5 Holder for table top

6 GST-18 protective cap

7 Distribution black box with holder

8 Strain relief

9 Hook and fleece strips for attaching cable

10 Cable bands for attaching cable

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CONCEPT FOR ELECTRIFICATION

4 Concept for electrification

4.1 Parallel connection

1 Feed cable

2 Strain relief

3 Cable fastener

4 Connecting cable

5 Multiple outlet strip with holder

6 Distribution black box with holder

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MOUNTING PRINCIPLE AND INSTRUCTIONS

5 Mounting principle and instructions

5.1 Example wiring

1 Feed cable from the floor

2 Feed cable, for example, from the ceiling

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MOUNTING PRINCIPLE AND INSTRUCTIONS

5.2 Specifications for the wiring

NOTE

To ensure safe use, the individual points on cable routing must be observed.

General information

• Electrical components are not to be mounted on the exterior; cables must always be

routed on the inside of the furniture. Danger of snagging when walking by.

• Current outputs of the GST-18 sockets that are not used must be covered.

• Load on GST-18 plug connections must always be avoided.

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MOUNTING PRINCIPLE AND INSTRUCTIONS

Feed cables

• Where necessary, feed cables must be clearly marked; see point 5.2.1 "Marking of sepa-

rate circuits".

• Make sure that the feed cables do not become trip hazards (1).

• Either all power plugs themselves must be directly accessible or, optionally, the appropri-

ate circuit breaker must be accessible and marked.

• Each feed cable must be fused separately.

• One permanently mounted strain relief (2) must be fitted for each cable line that is routed

up from below.

Connecting cables and feed cables

• A minimum bending radius of Rmin. = 50 mm/1.97" must be observed (7/10).

• Attach cable fasteners immediately before and after the bending radius (3).

• Maximum distance between two cable fasteners 400 mm/15.7" (4).

• Attach cable fasteners immediately after the transition between plug connections (5).

• Cables between cable fasteners may not be subjected to any load (6).

Multiple outlet strips (8)

• The number of multiple outlet strips or sockets per circuit must be taken into account on a

country-specific basis.

• Multiple outlet strips should be easily accessible and must not be used while covered.

• All multiple outlet strips must be fixed according to specifications; see point 6.1 "Fitting

multiple outlet strip to column" and 6.2 "Fitting multiple outlet strip to table top".

• Do not insert heavy plug devices into the multiple outlet strips (max. 50 g/1.76 oz).

• Do not install multiple outlet strips in the lower area (9).

NOTE

For the assembly of the electrification system, observe assembly instruc-

tions “General electrification UL” 62913734.

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MOUNTING PRINCIPLE AND INSTRUCTIONS

5.2.1 Marking of separate circuits

NOTE

All separate circuits shall be clearly recognisable/identifiable at the lead cables, electric

sockets, and distributors.

► Any required markings must be made on site during installation.

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ASSEMBLY

6 Assembly

6.1 Fitting multiple outlet strip to column

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ASSEMBLY

6.2 Fitting multiple outlet strip to table top

6.3 Fitting the distributor

1. 2. 3. 4.

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ASSEMBLY

6.4 Fitting the cable fasteners

Hook and fleece strips

Cable bands

1. 2. 3. 4.

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ASSEMBLY

6.5 Fitting strain relief

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ASSEMBLY

6.6 Fitting GST-18 protective cap

DANGER

Electric shock

Danger of fatal injury and risk of damage to property

► Disconnect the power supply before mounting / removing the GST-

18 protective caps!

NOTE

Only remove the GST-18 protective caps with non-conductive or insulated tools.

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CHECKLIST

7 Checklist

Are all supply line power plugs either directly accessible or is the appropriate circui

breaker marked and accessible so that the power supply can be disconnected at any

time?

☑

Are all circuits individually fused?

☑

Can the individual circuits be identified with the feed cable or circuit breaker?

☑

Have the

country-specific specifications regarding fuse protection, max. power and

number of socket inserts / multiple outlet strips been taken into account?

☑

Are all feed cables that are routed up from below secured with strain reliefs?

☑

Has the cable bending

radii of Rmin. = 50 mm been observed?

☑

Are all components assembled / fixed according to the specifications?

☑

Are all GST

-18 plugs correctly connected to the GST-18 sockets and clipped in place?

☑

Are all GST

-18 plug connections fitted without loads?

☑

Are all cable fasteners fitted according to the specifications?

☑

Make sure there are no live components mounted on the exterior (snagging).

☑

Make sure there are no live components mounted in the lower area except for the

feed cable.

☑

Are all

live components free of damage?

☑

Are all unused GST

-18 current outputs closed with a protective cap?

☑

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NOTES

8 Notes

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NOTES

Vitra Factory GmbH

Charles

-Eames-Strasse 2

79576 Weil am Rhein

Germany

www.vitra.com

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