VITRA Comma Assembly Instructions

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Comma

Developed by Vitra in Switzerland

Assembly instructions and instructions for use

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CONTENTS

Contents

1 Notes............................................................................................................................................... 4

1.1 Proper use ...................................................................................................................................... 4

1.2 Explanation of symbols ............................................................................................................... 4

2 Safety .............................................................................................................................................. 5

3 Description of the basic product components ....................................................................... 6

3.1 Names of the basic components .............................................................................................. 6

3.2 Base frame ..................................................................................................................................... 6

3.3 Top frame ....................................................................................................................................... 7

3.4 Horizontal beam ........................................................................................................................... 8

3.5 Diagonal beam ............................................................................................................................. 8

3.6 Shelf ................................................................................................................................................ 8

3.7 Screen ............................................................................................................................................. 9

3.8 Free-standing tables ................................................................................................................... 10

3.9 Electrification ................................................................................................................................ 10

4 Principle for assembly .................................................................................................................. 11

4.1 Principle for assembly of shelf ................................................................................................... 11

4.2 Principle for assembly of screen ............................................................................................... 12

5 Specifications and restrictions for assembly and modification ......................................... 14

5.1 Diagonal beam and horizontal beam ................................................................................... 14

5.1.1 General specifications – All modules ..................................................................................... 14

5.1.2 General specifications – Spatial consideration – All modules .......................................... 15

5.1.3 Specifications for individual modules ..................................................................................... 16

5.1.4 Specifications for linkage .......................................................................................................... 18

5.2 Stability .........................................................................................................................................20

5.2.1 Individual module/double longitudinal linkage ..................................................................20

5.2.2 Stability table ............................................................................................................................... 21

5.3 Maximum sum of all horizontal surfaces per module ..........................................................22

5.4 Requirements for an office desk .............................................................................................. 23

5.4.1 Configuration with frame 600 .................................................................................................. 23

5.4.2 Configuration from frame 800 ................................................................................................ 24

5.4.3 Double-sided configuration .................................................................................................... 24

6 Checklist ...................................................................................................................................... 26

7 Assembly ..................................................................................................................................... 28

7.1 General assembly instructions ................................................................................................ 28

7.2 Assembly of base frame ........................................................................................................... 29

7.3 Assembly of top frame ............................................................................................................... 30

7.4 Assembly of horizontal beam .................................................................................................... 31

7.5 Assembly of diagonal beam .................................................................................................... 32

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7.6 Assembly of column cover ........................................................................................................ 33

7.7 Disassembly of column cover ................................................................................................... 33

7.8 Aligning the module ................................................................................................................... 34

7.9 Assembly of screen ..................................................................................................................... 35

7.9.1 Fastening of screen with hook and fleece strips ..................................................................36

7.10 Assembly of shelf ........................................................................................................................ 37

7.10.1 Fastening of shelf with hook and fleece strips ..................................................................... 38

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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.

Do not use parts that are not part of the system.

1.1 Proper use

The product has been designed for use as an office system.

The product must only be used in a commercial environment.

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.

CAUTION

Indicates a hazardous situation.

Failure to avoid such a situation may lead to injury.

NOTE

Indicates basic information and work recommendations.

NOTE

Indicates a reference to another instruction.

NOTE

Indicates that at least 2 people are required for the assembly step.

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SAFETY

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2 Safety

NOTE

After each assembly and modification, the assembler must go through section 6 "Check-

list" point by point. It is mandatory that each point listed is checked and followed.

CAUTION

Risk of injury and material damage due to incorrect assembly/disassembly.

The stability of the product is no longer guaranteed.

►Assembly/dismantling may only be performed by qualified personnel.

CAUTION

Observe the permissible load-bearing capacity of the floor. See 5.3 “Maximum sum of all

horizontal surfaces per module”.

CAUTION

Do not use the product as a climbing aid. Do not block escape routes. The product may

cause personal injury or damage to property if it falls. When moving the product, the fol-

lowing points must be strictly observed:

►At least two persons must be deployed to move it.

►Clear obstacles from the route.

►Disconnect power cable (if present) from the mains.

►Do not move when loaded; shelves/table tops must be cleared beforehand.

NOTE

Assembly and disassembly may leave marks. This does not affect the functionality or

safety of the system.

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DESCRIPTION OF THE BASIC PRODUCT COMPONENTS

3 Description of the basic product components

With the six basic components, an infinite number of different assembly options can be com-

bined according to defined rules, which are primarily required for safety. Further accessories

or modifications are also possible at any time.

3.1 Names of the basic components

1 Base frame

2 Top frame

3 Horizontal beam

4 Diagonal beam

5 Shelf

6 Screen

M Module

MH Module height

ML Module length/pivot

MT Module depth/pivot

HE Height unit

3.2 Base frame

The base frame forms the basis of any assembly. This base frame comes in different heights

and pivots.

MT

MH

ML

HE

M

1

3

4

5

6

2

6

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Name: Base frame + pivot dimension + number of HE + space between shelves (Example:

Base frame 800/1/395)

Pivot in mm

1 HE 400; 600; 800; 1200; 1600; 2000

2 HE 400; 600; 800; 1200; 1600; 2000

3 HE 400; 600; 800; 1200; 1600; 2000

4 HE 400; 600; 800; 1200; 1600

3.3 Top frame

The top frame extends the height of the base frame. It is connected into the columns of the

base frame using vertical pipes and stretched. This top frame comes in different heights and

pivots.

Name: Top frame + pivot dimension + number of HE + space between shelves (Example:

Top frame 800/2/395)

Pivot in mm

1 HE 400; 600; 800; 1200; 1600; 2000

2 HE 400; 600; 800; 1200; 1600; 2000

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3.4 Horizontal beam

The claws are hooked into the rungs of the frames from above and are automatically locked

by a compound spring.

Name: Horizontal beam + pivot dimension (Example: Horizontal beam 1200)

Pivot in mm

400; 600; 800; 1200; 1600; 2000

3.5 Diagonal beam

The clamps are hooked into the rungs of the frames and must be locked by hand.

Name: Diagonal beam + pivot dimension + number of HE + space between shelves (Exam-

ple: Diagonal beam 1200/1/395)

Pivot in mm

1 HE

400; 600; 800; 1200; 1600; 2000

2 HE 800; 1200; 1600; 2000

3.6 Shelf

The fittings are placed/connected onto the horizontal beams and fastened with hook and

fleece strips.

Note: Depending on the width of the shelf, there is a second row of holes X parallel to the

longitudinal edges at a distance of 200 mm. This row of holes is used depending on the as-

sembly situation.

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Name: Shelf + nominal length + nominal width + material thickness (Example: Shelf

1200/800/16)

L: Nominal length in mm B: Nominal width in mm

400 300; 400; 600; 800; 1000; 1200

600 300; 400; 600; 800; 1000; 1200

800 300; 400; 600; 800; 1000; 1200

1200 300; 400; 600; 800; 1000; 1200

1600

300; 400; 600; 800; 1000; 1200

2000 300; 400; 600; 800; 1000; 1200

3.7 Screen

Two versions: wood-based materials and polyester fleece.

1.) A = screen between frames (lengthwise): The offset adapters are clamped between the

horizontal beams and fastened with hook and fleece strips.

2.) B = screen between frames (crosswise): The straight adapters are clamped between the

rungs of the frames and fastened with hook and fleece strips.

Name: Screen + material + nominal length + nominal height (in height units and space be-

tween shelves) + material thickness

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DESCRIPTION OF THE BASIC PRODUCT COMPONENTS

Example of wood-based materials: Screen 1200/2/395/16

Example of polyester fleece: POV screen/1200/2/395/24

L: Nominal length in mm

1 HE 400; 600; 800; 1200; 1600; 2000

2 HE 400; 600; 800; 1200; 1600; 2000

3.8 Free-standing tables

NOTE

For the assembly of free-standing tables, observe assembly instructions

62913580.

3.9 Electrification

NOTE

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

tions 62913788 and assembly instructions “General electrification”

71025424.

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PRINCIPLE FOR ASSEMBLY

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4 Principle for assembly

4.1 Principle for assembly of shelf

Examples of possible assembly positions of shelves: → Any version can be mounted

at any height (depending on the restriction).

Guide marks for positioning: There are small slots on the rungs that can be used as posi-

tioning aids for most intended applications or positions of the horizontal beams. The inner

surface of the inner hook is aligned with the slot.

There are positions where the slots do not match to the guide marks. These posi-

tions are permissible, only the exact positioning of the horizontal beam must be de-

termined here.

1. Shelf indented because of diagonal beam. If a diagonal beam is externally mounted, the

lower shelf must be indented.

2. Full width shelf.

3. Shelf protruding on one side – front or rear. Note holder assembly position & number of

horizontal beams.

4. Shelf protruding on both sides. Note holder assembly position & number of horizontal

beams.

5. Half shelf (half nominal width) mounted inside.

6. Half shelf (half nominal width + 200) mounted overhanging.

7. Half shelf mounted centrally (can be positioned anywhere).

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PRINCIPLE FOR ASSEMBLY

NOTE

Under the shelves are spacers that are mounted with and without spigots and with and

without Velcro. The outer spacers always have spigots that must be inserted into the re-

spective drill holes provided in the horizontal beams. The spacers are then attached to

the horizontal beams with Velcro. Velcro is not affixed to all spacers.

4.2 Principle for assembly of screen

Examples of possible assembly positions of screens: → Assembly positions can be

in any place.

A = screen between frames (lengthwise)/B = screen between frames (crosswise)

1. Screen (A) with offset external holders between two frames. Since there is no horizontal

beam here yet, an extra horizontal beam must be provided.

2. Screen (A) with offset external holders between two frames. Here the horizontal beam

from the shelf can be used. The horizontal beam can be used simultaneously for one

screen from the top and one screen from underneath.

3. Screen (A) with offset internal holders between two frames. Here the horizontal beam from

the shelf can be used.

1

2

3

4

5

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4. Screen (A) with offset internal holders between two frames. Since there is no horizontal

beam here yet, an extra horizontal beam must be provided.

5. Screen (B) with straight holders in a frame. Here the rungs of the frames are used for in-

stalling the holders. The rung can be used simultaneously for one screen from the top and

one screen from underneath. Only one screen 1 HE can be mounted here at a time.

NOTE

Either the straight or the offset holders can be mounted on each screen. The holders are

then attached to the horizontal beams or the rungs with Velcro (not shown).

As a rule the following assembly sequence must be observed: first mount all screens at the

sides (B), then ‘longitudinally mount’ all screens (A) and finally the shelves.

Offset holder Straight holder

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SPECIFICATIONS AND RESTRICTIONS FOR ASSEMBLY AND MODIFICATION

5 Specifications and restrictions for assembly and modifica-

tion

5.1 Diagonal beam and horizontal beam

5.1.1 General specifications – All modules

•

As a rule, the diagonal beams and horizontal beams can be

shifted in depth.

•

The diagonal beams can be combined in 1 HE or 2 HE.

•

The two diagonal beams can be mounted in the same or on

different HE.

•

A set of diagonal beams always consists of two diagonal

beams mounted in opposite directions.

NOTE

Here it is also essential to observe the assembly design under point 5.1.2 "General specifi-

cations – Spatial consideration – All modules".

NOT permissible: The diagonal beams must not be mounted

in the same direction. Regardless of the HE or the position.

NOT permissible: The two opposing diagonal beams must

not have the assembly point on a strut.

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5.1.2 General specifications – Spatial consideration – All modules

The basic component arrangement must be considered spatially.

NOT permissible: The horizontal beams and diagonal beams

are not designed to absorb torque. Torques on the claw and

clamp must be avoided.

A horizontal beam must be offset from a second horizontal

beam by at least half the module depth (½ MT).

Note: Horizontal beams mounted centrally to the module

depth stiffen the structure.

For module depths ≥ 1000, additional horizontal beams must

be mounted centrally if one or both diagonal beams are

mounted centrally.

Note: Externally mounted diagonal beams create maximum

stability.

Note: Diagonal beams at half the height of the product pro-

vide the greatest stability.

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5.1.3 Specifications for individual modules

Module depth (MT) = 400-2000/module height (MH) = 1

HE

•1 set of diagonal beams

•2x horizontal beams

-1x offset to the other in depth by at least half the module

depth

Module depth (MT) ≤ 1200/2-3 HE

•1 set of diagonal beams

•3x horizontal beams

-1x below a diagonal brace

-1x above a diagonal brace

-1x offset to another in depth by at least half the module

depth

Module depth (MT) ≤ 1200/4-5 HE

•1 set of diagonal beams 2 HE

or

•2 sets of diagonal beams min. 1 HE

AND

•3x horizontal beams

-1x below a diagonal brace

-1x above a diagonal brace

-1x offset to another in depth by at least half the module

depth.

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Module depth (MT) ≤ 1200/6-7 HE

•2 sets of diagonal beams at a distance of min. 2 HE

-1 set 1 HE

-1 set 2 HE

AND

•3x horizontal beams

-1x below a diagonal brace

-1x above a diagonal brace

-1x offset to another in depth by at least half the module

depth

Module depth (MT) > 1200/2 HE

•1 set of diagonal beams

•3x horizontal beams

-1x below a diagonal brace

-1x above a diagonal brace

-1x offset to another in depth by at least half the module

depth

Module depth (MT) > 1200/3-7 HE

•2 sets of diagonal beams

-1 set 1 HE

-1 set 2 HE

-From module height 5 HE mounted at a distance of min. 2

HE.

AND

•3x horizontal beams

-1x below a diagonal brace

-1x above a diagonal brace

-1x offset to another in depth by at least half the module

depth

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5.1.4 Specifications for linkage

1-3 HE

•1 set of diagonal beams min. 1 HE

AND

•3x horizontal beams

-1x below a diagonal brace

-1x above a diagonal brace

-1x offset to another in depth by at least half

the module depth

4-7 HE (per module)

•2 sets of diagonal beams min. 1 HE

or

•1 set of diagonal beams 2 HE

AND

•3x horizontal beams

-1x below a diagonal brace

-1x above a diagonal brace

-1x offset to another in depth by at least half

the module depth

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5.2 Stability

1. The ratio of module height (MH) and module depth (MT) (column pivot dimension) and

the ratio of module height (MH) and module length (ML) (column pivot dimension) must

be ≤ 5 (German Social Accident Insurance (DGUV) rule 108-007 & DIN FB 147).

2. The maximum permissible module height (MH) = max. 3110 mm ≙ 7 HE (→ Always con-

sidering point 1).

3. The disengaged shelves in all configurations may protrude a maximum of 185 mm beyond

the centreline of the columns.

4. The checklist and restrictions must be observed before and after each assembly, extension

or modification.

5. For shelf mounting restrictions see: 5.2.2 "Stability table".

5.2.1 Individual module/double longitudinal linkage

A = shelf overhang / B = shelf above / C = shelf underneath

Module height (MH) ≤

5 AND Module height (MH) ≤

5

Module depth (MT) Module length (ML)

The ratio of module height (MH) and module depth (MT) AND the ratio of module height

(MH) and module length (ML) must be ≤ 5.

NOTE

If, in a linkage with modules of different depths, one module has at least the module

depth (MT) of 800 mm and the module length (ML) of 800 mm, the directly attached

modules can be considered stable, even if they would not be stable as individual mod-

ules.

MH

MT ML

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