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I NTRODUCT ION
#1287
CAPE DOLLHOUSE KIT
lor.griltul<'tlons on your purchase of a Batrie Oollhouse.
'(our dollhouse has been precision crafted in Vermont with meticulous care by our craftspeople
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only the finest quality materials.
Take your time during assembly and be sure to read the instructions completely before you
proceed.
This dollhouse will last tor years, even generations, if proper care and attention is given
during assembly.
HELPFiJL HINTS
Always read through all assembly instructions before assembling the hOUSE.
Do not skip steps. Follow the instructions in the defined sequence.
a) Arrange pieces in groups ready for assembly. Following the assembly instructions, assemble
enough in a dry run to be sure you know ahead of time when and how each part fits. Always
be sure of the parts orientation before gluing.
bl Sand any rough edges or splinters b;fore gluing.
cl Always wipe off excess glue immediately.
d) Make all joints flush. Keep surfaces and edges square.
el Occasional changes in humidity can cause all woods to expand or contract slightly. Always
"dry-fit" parts before gluing. Limited sanding or
cla~ping
may be required for proper fit.
fl All Batrie dollhouse kits are inspected before shipment. However, climatic changes and
handling during shipment may cause defe,cts.
If this occurs and there is sufficient time for
our Service Department for replacement. write:
us to replace the part, please
Real Good TOYS
Customer Service Department
P.O. Box 706
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 479-2217
contact
Be sure to include explicit identification and measurements taken directly from the parts
list for replacement parts.
Mose repairs can easily be made by the kit builder. Warped parts are usually
self-straightening during assembly.
gl A large, clutter-free, well lighted work area is most helpful during assembly.
h) Before you begin to assemble, the dollhouse, it will be helpful to have the following
materials handy:
White glue (EImers)
Elastic Bands
Masking Tape
Sandpaper (Medium grit)
Pencil
Ruler
i) It will be necessary to use weights when gluing to insure proper adhesion and mln1m1ze
Slippage. Books or other flat household objects work very well as weights in these
situations.
j) Read the instructions carefully, look at the illustrations and photograph on the box, and
think the assembly through betore you proceed.
k) Identify and familiarize yourself with all the items in the kit.
1) You may wish to paint all trim and clapboard prior to assembly.
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Parts List
1
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1
Base floor
23-3/8 x
1
Second floor
23-3/8
1
Front roof
23-7/8 x
1
Stairs
die cut
400
Wooden shingles
1
Door pack
2
MH6020 windows
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15-7/8
x 15-7/8 (stairway hole)
11-7/8
45° beveled top edge
1
Divider
9-7/16 x 12-7/16 (doorway)
2
Attic partitions
8 x 15-7/8 (45· angle)
2
Gable liners
1/8 x 8 x 15-9/16
2
Corner connectors
9-7/16 (2
1/4" grooves)
2
End cap
9-7/16 (1/4" groove)
2
Gable end cap
8"
(3/8" groove)
4
Porch posts
1/2 x 1/2 x 9-7/16 (no groove)
4
Rails
7-9/16
1 set
Gingerbr~ad
7-9/16
(left and right)
1
Gingerbread
5-15/16
4
Rails
2-3/8
1 set Gingerbread
2-3/8
(left and right)
30
Dowels
1-3/4
Part
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Clapboard:
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1
22-9/32
lower portion
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1
22-9/32 with grooved
F
10
12-1/8
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2
12-1/8
with grooved lower portion
F2
2
12-1/8
with tongued upper portion
D
2
9-19/32
D2
2
9-19/32 with tongued upper portion
C
6
4-11/32
B
6
2-23/32
1
Pack attic end wall clapboard -
10
angled clapboard pieces
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t"RONT DOOR ASSEMBLY
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Assembly instructions for the standard Batrie door:
al Refer to the Assembly Diagram and identify and arrange
the door parts.
b) Apply glue to each end of both the header and threshold.
Check parts orientation before gluing.
NOTE: The pre-drilled hole in the header and threshold
should be at the right side.
c) Assemble the parts as shown in the Diagram and wrap securely
with elastic bands around each end of the frame.
Check to see that the door frame is secure and the header and
threshold flush with the sides of the frame.
d) After the glue has dried, install the door.
The door has a beveled edge, the beveled edge is the
"hinge" on the right side and permits easy opening and
closing.
e) Using the nails provided in the hardware kit push the
shorter'nail through the hole in the threshold and into
the door.
The longer nail goes through the header.
NOTE: Be sure to center the nails to avoid splitting the door.
f) Finally. glue the decorative door pediment.
if
required.
into place as shown in the Assembly Diagram.
g) If,too tight during assembly. sand or file the corners to fit.
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