Hinkle Chair Company 200 User manual

200/250 DOUBLE SLAT/RUSH ROCKER
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Thank you for purchasing a quality select hardwood double rocker. These rockers are made exclusively by
the Hinkle Chair Company, a family-owned business that has made hardwood furniture in the same location in
Springfield Tennessee since 1834. Your chair comes with a rich heritage and will become a treasured family
heirloom. If you should have any comments or questions or need these instructions in Spanish, please call the
toll-free number below between 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM CST Monday through Friday. Again, we appreciate
your business and hope you get many years of enjoyment from this chair.
Espaňol: Si usted tiene cualquier comentario o preguntas o necesita estas instrucciones en espaňol por favor
yame al numero de llamada gratuita 1-800-251-3025 entre las horas de 8:00 AM y 4:30 PM hora central de
Lunes a Viernes.
NOTICE: The Rocker that you have purchased requires some assembly. As with all furniture, proper
assembly is necessary for the safe and comfortable use of your bench. Hinkle Chair cannot be responsible for
any damage or injury that results from improper assembly of the bench. Please read and follow these instructions
carefully and in sequence. If you have any questions please call The Hinkle Chair Company helpline [phone]
4669 Mt. Sharon Rd. P.O. Box 410 Springfield, TN. 37172
800-251-3025 615-384-8477 Fax [phone]
www.hinklechaircompany.com

#200/250 DOUBLE SLAT ROCKER
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
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PARTS INCLUDED:
1 – Back Assembly (A) 8 – 10x3 Screws (I) extra provided
1 – Front Assembly (B) 4 - 9x2 screws (J)
2 – Runners (C) 5 – Nails (K) extra provided
2 – Left/Right Arms (D) 1 – Glue Applicator (L)
1 – Seat (E) 1 - Bottle Glue (M)
4 – Lower Support Dowels (F)
2 – Upper Support Dowels (with pre-drilled holes) (G)
4 – Buttons (H)
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY: (NOT INCLUDED)
Small Hammer (A cloth may be placed on the hammer to protect the finish)
Screwdriver Phillips (Hand or Electric)

**Attention/Stop**
Please read before assembling this product!
Hinkle Chair Company has made every effort to provide you with a ready-
to-assemble product that has the same quality as our fully assembled
furniture. In the unlikely event that there are incorrect or missing parts or
that parts become damaged during shipping, following the instructions
below will protect you (The Customer) from accepting responsibility for a
product that is damaged or incomplete.
1st) Inspect all parts for any imperfection that might have occurred during
shipping.
2nd) If there is damaged or missing parts the chair must be returned in the
original packaging before any credit can be issued. In the case of damaged
parts, individual parts will be sent as replacements.
3rd) When you have determined that all parts are available and undamaged,
and that all parts and assemblies fit properly, proceed with all steps
This product is intended for a covered porch or indoors. This product
should be cleaned weekly as you would with any other wooden furniture
product.
If at any time during these steps, assistance is needed, please contact The
Hinkle Chair Company Customer Service [phone]

*Before beginning assembly notice that the Upper Support Dowels (G) have two different type
of holes. The recessed hole (Fig 1) is for the head of the screw to fit flush against the Support. These recessed
holes should always face to the outside. The non-recessed hole (Fig 2) faces into the Chair against the Seat (E)
The perspective of left and right in these instructions are from facing the chair not sitting in it.
STEP 1: ____________________________________________________________________________________
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Lay the shipping box out flat and begin by laying the Chair Back (A) with the mortised holes facing upward. Apply small amount of glue as directed on
warning page into all eight mortised holes. Fig 3. Next begin with the Upper Support Dowels (G) and tap them into the Chair Back (A) as shown in Fig 4.
Note that these dowels have pre-drilled holes and the countersink should be facing out and down as depicted in Fig 4. Note: If too much glue is applied, the
glue will begin foaming out of the joint as the glue dries. It is easier to allow the glue to dry and cut off the excess with a knife otherwise the glue will smear.
Fig 3 Fig 4
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Fig 1Fig 2

STEP 1: ____________________________________________________________________________________
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Once the two Upper Support Dowels (G) are installed begin inserting the Lower Support Dowels (F) into the mortised holes of the Chair Back (A). Fig 5.
The Lower Support Dowels (F) assemble the same way the Upper Support Dowels (G). Tap all dowels with a Hammer to ensure they are fully seated into the
mortised hole. This will make future steps much easier.
Fig.5
STEP 2:____________________________________________________ _____________ _______________________
Apply glue into mortised holes on Chair Front (B). Fig. 6. Place Chair Front (B) over upright dowels and alight the tenon with the mortised hole in the
Chair Front (B) Fig. 7Once the mortises are aligned, tap the Chair Front (B) down onto the dowels. Repeat for the other side. Once both sides are tapped
into place, go back and fully seat both sides down onto the dowels.
Fig.6 Fig. 7
STEP 3:___________________________________________________________________ ______________________
Stand chair upright. Place Seat (E) into chair. Seat (E) is marked with front and rear. Fig. 8. Push seat down until it is in contact with Side Dowels.
Fig.8
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STEP 3:________________________________________________________________________________________
Place 9 x2 Screw (J) into pre-drilled hole on the Upper Support Dowel (G). Tighten Screw (J) snug but not fully tight so that the other screws are easier to
thread in. Repeat this for all four screws. Fig. 9. Once all four screws are in place, go back and fully tighten all four seat screws.
Fig. 9
STEP 4:__________________________________________________________________ ______________________
Arms (D) are marked Left and Right on the under side. Fig. 10 Insert the back of the Arm (D) into the Chair Back (A) first tapping it into the Chair Back (A).
Fig 11. Next, line up the mortised hole on the bottom of the Arm (D) and the tenon on the Chair Front (B). Tap down on the top of the Arm (D) until it fully
bottoms out on the tenon. Fig. 12. Repeat for other side.
Fig. 10 Fig.11 Fig. 12
STEP 4:__________________________________________________________________ ______________________
If there is difficulty lining up the mortise and the tenon on the Arm (D), tap the front or the back of the front post until it is lined up. Fig. 13. Once the
Arm (D) is fully seated onto the Chair Front (B) insert one 10 x 3 Screw (I) into the side of the Arm (D). All holes have been pre-drilled making it easier to
tighten Fig. 14
Fig.13 Fig.14
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STEP 4:________________________________________________________________________________________
Place 10 x3 Screw (I) into pre-drilled hole on the Chair Back (A) directly behind the Arm (D). Tighten Screw (I) fully tight. Fig 15. Repeat for other side.
Next apply glue to the hole on the inside of each Arm (D). Fig. 16
Fig. 15 Fig.16
STEP 4:__________________________________________________________________ ______________________
Apply glue into holes on Chair Back (A). Fig. 15 Insert one Button (H) into hole on the inside of the Arm(D) and tap in until it is flush. Repeat for other
side. Fig. 16.
Fig. 15 Fig. 16
STEP 4:__________________________________________________________________ ______________________
Insert Button (H) into Chair Back (A) and tap in until flush. Fig. 17. Repeat for other side.
Fig. 17
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STEP 5:________________________________________________________________________________________
Note: Runners (C) have pre-drilled holes on one side. These pre-drilled holes go to the inside of the rocker. Do not glue the Runners (C). It makes it impossible
to replace. Place Runner (C) onto Chair Front (B) post first and lightly tap it on. Fig 18. Align mortise and tenon on Chair Back (A) and tap on. Fig. 19. Then
begin tapping the runner alternating from front to back until fully seated on the post. Repeat for other side.
Fig. 18 Fig.19
STEP 5:__________________________________________________________________ ______________________
If there is difficulty aligning the mortises on the Runner (C) with the tenons, tap lightly with a hammer forward or back to align the runner. Fig. 20. Once the
Runner (C) is fully seated on the tenon, place Nail (K) into the pre-drilled hole on the inside of the Runner (C). Drive Nail (K) until flush with the side of the
Runner (C). Fig. 21 Repeat for other side.
Fig. 20 Fig. 21
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Thank you for your purchase. This solid hardwood furniture has been provided by the Hinkle Chair Company and we
certainly appreciate your business. Our products are designed for lasting quality which can be enjoyed for generations,
making your purchase a family heirloom.
Care Instructions:
To preserve our standard finish on stained or painted furniture, it is highly recommended that your Hinkle Chair
Company products be placed either indoors or in a protected environment such as a covered porch. The product needs to
be protected from rain and exceeding amounts of direct sunlight. Please note that if this product is used in an unprotected
environment or exposed to excessive elements your warranty will be affected.
Our products need the same attention as any other solid wood furniture. A monthly cleaning with any quality household
furniture polish will keep your furniture looking new for many years to come. Should you have issues with the finish
such as weathering, general wear, mold or mildew, etc. or to just refresh the look of your product, please see the
following general recommendations for application of an additional top coat.
To remove mold and mildew - dilute one part bleach in four parts water and apply with a
soft cloth. If necessary, repeat the process after the product is dry. Replacing the topcoat
after this procedure should reduce the probability of mold or mildew returning for some time.
Touch up any blemishes or imperfections that may have occurred.
Lightly scuff sand the entire product by hand with 220 grit sand paper. This process will scratch the surface allowing the
new top coat to hold. Use a tack cloth to remove any dust left from sanding, and then wipe down with a good solvent
cleaner, such as denatured alcohol.
Apply a coat of Acrylic Crystal Clear or Polyurethane (Warning: Do not use polyurethane on white furniture as it will
turn it yellow). Please refer to the manufacturer s recommendation for application and drying times. Apply a second coat
for added protection.
This process can be used on painted or stained items, although a coat of paint may be preferred on painted products that
need to be refreshed.
All products come with a limited warranty and some products have weight restrictions. For more detailed information
concerning refinishing, warranties and weight restrictions, or if you have any questions or concerns about your products,
please contact Customer Service at 1-800-251-3025 or go to our web site at www.hinklechair.com Adult furniture not
recommended for child use.