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Patent No. 7,509,912
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Step 6:
Install gas spring
• With the metal collar of the laptop safe firmly affixed, it is now safe
to install the gas spring. To do so before this step would bend the
metal framework.
• If you need to disassemble the installation at any point, disconnect
the gas spring before removing the rim screws to avoid damaging the
unit.
Step 7:
Adjust the hook and
latch
• Work under the table top
with the laptop safe closed.
• Use 3/8” open wrench to
loosen the hook.
• Move the latch hook so
that it fits through the pivot
catch window and is about
1/16-1/8” above the bottom
latch window edge.
• Tighten the nuts
• Test the operation and ad-
just until it works smoothly.
Attach the cable to release handle
Use a flat blade screwdriver to
pry off the locking hub
Press the gas spring onto
the ball-shaped post
Press the locking hub back in place
to keep the gas spring installed
Use a Phillips screwdriver to
tighten the set screw and
hold the cable securely.
Note the location of the
holes and set screw
Thread the cable under
the set screw
The cable should have
no slack, but should not
be under tension
Use side cutter to trim
the excess cable
Catch
Window
Hook
