Better Homes and Gardens BHS336158813032 User manual

THIS INSTRUCTION BOOKLET CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
PLEASE READ AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Date 2023-04-25 Rev. 0001-A
Bookcase with Open and Closed Storage
Stock # BHS336158813032
ADULT ASSEMBLY REQUIRED
If you have any questions regarding assembly or if parts are missing, DO NOT return this item to the
store where it was purchased. Please call our customer service number and have your instructions and
parts list ready to provide the model name, part name or factory number:
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Or e-mail your request to [e-mail]
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DATE PURCHASED: / /

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MANUFACTURER: Whalen Furniture Manufacturing
CATALOG : Bookcase with Open and Closed Storage
MODEL # BHS336158813032
SPECIAL NOTE
Please read the instruction sheets completely before assembly. Examine all packaging
material before discarding carton. Remove any remaining staples from the carton before
discarding. Remove all parts from carton and separate into groups as indicated on part
list. Please ensure all parts are included prior to assembly. Use of power tools to
complete assembly is not recommended.
M A X I M U M R E C O M M E N D E D W E I G
H T
L
O
A D S
MAXIMUM LOAD 22.7 kg / 50 lb.
MAXIMUM LOAD 9.1 kg / 20 lb.
THIS UNIT IS INTENDED ONLY FOR USE WITHIN THE MAXIMUM
WEIGHTS INDICATED. USE WITH LOAD HEAVIER THAN THE MAXIMUM WEIGHTS
INDICATED MAY RESULT IN INSTABILITY, CAUSING POSSIBLE INJURY.

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IMPORTANT
Before you begin: Open, identify and count all parts prior to assembly. Lay out parts on a flat and
non-abrasive surface. You will need the parts identified on page 4 and 5 of this instruction manuals.
NOTE: IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO USE GLUE WITH DOWELS. EXCESS GLUE CAN BE WIPED
OFF WITH DAMP CLOTH.
Insert the dowel at least halfway by tapping lightly with a rubber mallet, IF NECESSARY.
CAM LOCK SYSTEM OPERATION
HOW THE KNOCK DOWN (KD) ASSEMBLY SYSTEM WORKS
1. Screw the Cam Bolt into the threaded inserts on the panel. Connect both panels together; making sure Cam
Bolt goes into the pre-drilled hole on the end of panel for Cam Lock.
2. Insert the Cam Lock into the pre-drilled large hole on the panel. Make sure the arrow on the face of Cam
Lock faces out and points towards Cam Bolt.
3. Take a Phillips screwdriver and rotate the Cam Lock clockwise to lock the Cam Bolt in place.
4. Plug the Cam Lock Cover into the cross slot of the Cam Lock to conceal the Cam.
You are now ready to assemble the KD unit.
GLUE
FINAL
1 2 43
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Parts and Hardware List
Please read completely through the instructions and verify that all listed parts and hardware are present
before beginning assembly.
A- Top Panel (Qty. 1) B- Left Side Frame (Qty. 1)
C- Right Side Frame (Qty. 1) D- Bottom Panel (Qty. 1)
E- Lower Fixed Shelf (Qty. 1) F- Crossbar (Qty. 1) G- Upper Fixed Shelf (Qty. 1)
H- Adjustable Shelf (Qty. 2) I- Lower Back Panel (Qty. 1) J- Drawer Front (Qty. 2)
K- Drawer Back Panel (Qty. 2) L- Drawer Left Side (Qty. 2) M- Drawer Right Side (Qty. 2)
N- Drawer Bottom Support (Qty. 2) O- Drawer Bottom Panel (Qty. 2) P- Handle (Qty. 2)

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Parts and Hardware List
Please read completely through the instructions and verify that all listed parts and hardware are present
before beginning assembly.
(1) Small Cam Lock (2) Large Cam Lock (3) Cam Bolt
(Qty. 12+1 extra) (Qty. 20+1 extra) (Qty. 32+1 extra)
(4) M6 x 30 mm Wood Dowel (5) M8 x 30 mm Wood Dowel (6) M3.5 x 12 mm Screw
(Qty. 8+1 extra) (Qty. 18+1 extra) (Qty. 12+1 extra)
(7) M4 x 30 mm Screw (8) Shelf Support (9) M3.5 x 15 mm Washer Head Screw
(Qty. 12+1 extra) (Qty. 8+1 extra) (Qty. 14+1 extra)
(10) 5/32” x 22 mm Bolt (11) L-Shaped Bracket (12) Cam Lock Cover
(Qty. 4) (Qty. 2) (Qty. 16+1 extra)
Glue Touch-up Pen Tipping Restraint Hardware Kit (Qty.1)
(Qty. 1) (Qty. 1) (Included in plastic bag)
Tools required (not provided): Phillips screwdriver, stud finder, tape measure, pencil, power drill
and 1/8” drill bit.

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Assembly Instructions
NOTE: Please do not fully tighten all cam locks and screws until you finish assembling all parts. Once
assembled, go back and fully tighten all cam locks and screws. This will make the assembly easier.
1. Unpack the unit and confirm that you have all the hardware and required parts listed. Assemble the unit
on a carpeted floor or the empty carton to avoid any scratch.
2. Securely screw the Cam Bolts (3) into the designated small holes on the Drawer Fronts (J) using a
Phillips screwdriver.
③ x 12
J
x 2
3

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Assembly Instructions
3. Glue the Small Wood Dowels (4) into the inner holes on the Drawer Back Panels (K) and Drawer Side
Panels (L and M).
NOTE: It is very important to use a small amount of glue on both ends of dowels and wipe away the
excess glue immediately with a damp cloth.
④ x 8
4
4
4
4
4
x 2
K
L
M

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Assembly Instructions
4. Orient and attach one Drawer Back Panel (K) between the Drawer Side Panels (L and M) with four
30 mm Screws (7).
Grooves line up with each
other and face inward
⑦ x 8
7
7
x 2
L
M
K

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Assembly Instructions
5. Slide one Drawer Bottom Panel (O) into the grooves on both Drawer Side Panels (L and M) until fully
inserted into the Drawer Back Panel (K).
K
M
O
x 2
L

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Assembly Instructions
6. Orient and attach one Drawer Bottom Support (N) to the Drawer Back Panel (K) with two 30 mm
Screws (7).
The cam lock housings face outward
⑦ x 4
7
K
N
x 2

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Assembly Instructions
7. Stand the previous assembly at its back panel.
8. Position one Drawer Front (J) onto the inserted Wood Dowels (4) and fasten it in place by engaging six
Small Cam Locks (1). (Refer to page 3 on Cam Lock system operation supplement). Make sure that the
Drawer Bottom Panel (O) fits securely into the groove of the Drawer Front (J).
① x 12
1
1
1
x 2
N
J
L
M
O

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Assembly Instructions
9. Install one Handle (P) to the front of the Drawer Front (J) with two 22 mm Bolts (10).
10. Repeat the previous steps to assemble one additional drawer kit.
⑩ x 4
10
P
J
x 2

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Assembly Instructions
11. Securely screw the Cam Bolts (3) into the designated small holes on the Top Panel (A) and Side Frames
(B and C) using a Phillips screwdriver.
③ x 20
3
A
B
C

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Assembly Instructions
12. Glue 4 Large Wood Dowels (5) into the inner holes on the Side Frames (B and C).
⑤ x 4
5
5
B
C
5
5

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Assembly Instructions
13. Glue the Large Wood Dowels (5) into the designated holes on the Bottom Panel (D), Fixed Shelves (E
and G) and Crossbar (F) as shown.
⑤ x 14
55
5
5
D
E
F
G
5
5

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C
G
E
E/G
C
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Assembly Instructions
14. Orient and attach the Fixed Shelves (E and G) to the Right Side Frame (C) by engaging 5 Large Cam
Locks (2).
The cam lock housings face the floor
when the unit is turned upright.
② x 5

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2
D/F
C
D
F
C
Assembly Instructions
15. Orient and attach the Bottom Panel (D) and Crossbar (F) to the Right Side Frame (C) by engaging 3
Large Cam Locks (2).
The cam lock housings face the floor
when the unit is turned upright.
② x 3

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Assembly Instructions
16. Repeat the same procedure to attach the Left Side Frame (B) at the other end.
② x 8
B
D
F
E
G
2
D/E/F/G
B

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Assembly Instructions
17. Properly position the Top Panel (A) onto the wood dowels inserted on the Side Frames (B and C) and
fasten them into place by engaging 4 Large Cam Locks (2).
② x 4
B
C
A
2
B/C
A

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Assembly Instructions
18. Using the pilot holes as a guide, fasten the Bottom Panel (D) to the Side Frames (B and C) by attaching
two L-Shaped Brackets (11) at the joints, using two 12 mm Screws (6) per bracket.
19. Now, go back and securely tighten all the cam locks and screws. Make sure that all the parts are tight
and there are no gaps between the parts. This will help keep the unit square.
⑥ x 4
x 2
D
B/C
B
C
D
11
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