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Pre-Assembly BEFORE YOU BEGIN Compare all parts with the Hardware Included and Package Contents sections. If any part is missing or damaged, do not assemble this product. Contact Customer Service. Assemble the cabinet on a soft surface such as carpet or the cardboard container of this product. TOOLS REQUIRED Phillips Rubber...
Pre-Assembly (continued) PACKAGE CONTENTS Part Description Quantity Back Panel Side Panel Face Frame Bottom Panel Toe Kick Small Drawer Front Small Drawer Side Drawer Bottom Small Drawer Back Large Drawer Front Large Drawer Side Large Drawer Back...
Cabinet Assembly Attaching the posts to the panels □ Align four posts (AA) with pre-drilled holes on each of the panels and frame (A – C) and secure with four screws (BB) on each panel and frame (A – C). Installing the drawer glide holders to the back panel □...
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Cabinet Assembly (continued) Attaching the side panels into the face frame □ Start by placing the face frame (C) flat on a smooth surface that will not scratch or damage the face of the cabinet, such as a towel or piece of cardboard (1) from the packaging with the door facing down. Slide the two side panels (B) into the mating grooves on the face frame (C).
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Cabinet Assembly (continued) Attaching the bottom panel □ Slide the bottom panel (D) into grooves in the sides. □ Snap four corner locks (CC) over the posts to secure the face frame (C) and side panels (B) as shown. At the top of the cabinet, the smooth face of each corner lock (CC) should be facing out.
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Cabinet Assembly (continued) Attaching the back panel □ Assemble the back panel (A) and the four remaining corner locks (CC). NOTE: If installing on a laminate countertop, orient the top corner locks (CC) in the opposite direction. Bottom corner lock assembly will be the same for all countertop types.
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Cabinet Assembly (continued) Securing the bottom corner locks □ Insert a screw (BB) through each hole in the bottom four corner locks (CC), and screw into the bottom panels. Attaching the toe kick □ Slide the toe kick (E) into the grooves of the side panels (B) so that it sits flush with the bottom of the cabinet. □...
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Cabinet Assembly (continued) Securing the back and side panels □ Insert screws (BB) into countersunk holes in the back (A) and side panels (B). NOTE: Drawer bases that are 27 in. and wider have an additional hole in the back.
Drawer Box Assembly Attaching the drawer sides □ Place the drawer front (F) face down on a smooth surface that will not scratch or damage the face of the drawer, such as a towel or piece of cardboard (1) from the packaging. □...
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Drawer Box Assembly (continued) Attaching the drawer back □ Use a rubber mallet to tap the drawer backs (I/L) into place. To fit the drawer back on, drawer sides will have to flex outwards slightly. □ Insert two more screws (BB) into the countersunk holes on each side.
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Drawer Box Assembly (continued) Attaching the drawer glides □ Install the drawer glides (FF) by sliding them into the drawer glide holders (HH). Pull the drawer glides (FF) out until the front reaches the face frame and secure with a screw (GG). Installing the drawers □...
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Drawer Box Assembly (continued) (OPTIONAL) Adjusting the drawer front □ Drawer fronts can be adjusted by turning the knobs on drawer glide attachments. Drawer fronts can be moved left, right, up, and down on each side until they are level.
Drawer Box Assembly (continued) Attaching silicone pads □ Peel and stick four silicone pads (DD) onto the inside corners of each drawer. Care and Cleaning □ For normal spills, a damp cloth is sufficient. Dry the surface immediately. □ Doors can be cleaned with most general purpose household cleaners. □...
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