John Lewis Dara 803 18203 User manual

Dara oak 4 drawer chest
Stock number: 803 18203
H110 W90 D46cm

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Thank you for purchasing the Dara 4 drawer chest. Please read the instructions and warnings carefully before
use, to ensure safe and satisfactory operation of this product.
At John Lewis, we are committed to making great products possible.
From our in-house Design Team, to our Buyers, we work together to bring great designs to life.
Our expert Product Technologists work collaboratively with our buyers and suppliers to assure the legality,
safety and quality of the product we sell.
We are all committed to designing and developing products to the highest industry standards.
We hope you are happy with your product and welcome any feedback or comments you may have.
The John Lewis Team
Tools required
Time to assemble (wall fixing only)
1 hour
People to assemble (wall fixing only)

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Wall fixing
Tools
Attach the pre-fitted nylon straps to the wall
using the correct wall fixing (see page 6)
Warning
Serious or fatal injuries can occur
from furniture tipping over.
To prevent this furniture tipping over,
it must be permanently fixed to the wall.

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Removing drawers
To remove and replace the drawers, please follow below instructions:
Step 1
Remove the two drawer stops pre-fitted in the top rail inside each of the drawers, by turning them anticlockwise. Then
gently pull the drawers all the way out from the cabinet.
Step 2
To avoid injuries or damages to your product, please re-insert the drawer stops and tighten clockwise, when the drawers
are replaced.

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Wall attached items only:
A guide to wall mounting and fixings
Warning
Wall fixing screws are not included, since different wall materials require different types of screws /
fixings. Please ensure you use the correct screws / fixings for your type of walls and see professional
advice if you are not sure.
Failure of the product due to incorrect fixings is the responsibility of the installer.
Important: When drilling into the walls always check that there are no hidden wires or pipes etc.
Types of walls
You can use one of the following types of wall plug if your wall is
made of brick, breezeblock, concrete, stone or wood.
1. General purpose wall plug
Generally aerated blocks should not be used to support heavy
loads, use a specialist fitting in this case. For light loads, general –
purpose wall plugs can be used.
2. Plasterboard wall plugs
For use when attaching light loads on to a plasterboard partitions.
3. Cavity Fixing wall plug
For use with plasterboard partitions or hollow wooden doors.
4. Cavity fixing – Heavy Duty wall plug
For use when fixing or supporting heavy loads such as shelving,
wall cabinets and coat racks.
5. Hammer fixing wall plug
For use with walls stuck with plasterboard. The hammer fixing
allows it to be fixed to the wall rather than the plasterboard.
Always check the fixing is secure to the retaining wall.
6. Shield Anchor wall plug – Heavy Loads
For use with heavier loads such as TV and Hi-Fi speakers and
satellite dishes etc.
Care and maintenance
Safety: Periodically check all fittings and wall fixings to ensure they
have not come loose and retighten as necessary.

Care guide
Care and maintenance
Wood Furniture
Wood displays different grain patterns depending on which way they cut - for example, the ‘medullary ray’
which can appear on oak furniture is a mark of good quality timber - these are just characteristics of the natural
beauty of the wood. Some furniture is also deliberately aged and rustic.
Wood veneers also allow distinctive patterns to be created on flat surfaces, such as table tops and drawer fronts
by the way the slivers are arranged.
All timber surfaces will change colour and mellow over time. New furniture will initially vary in shade from items
that have been previously purchased.
How to care for your wood furniture
Furniture with a hard lacquer should be dusted with a dry cloth.
Spray polishes are best avoided as they contain silicones which may spoil the furniture’s surface by building up
over time.
Make sure all surfaces are protected from heat and liquids by mats and coasters. Wipe up spills immediately and
ensure that a mat or pad is placed under paper if you are writing.
Our furniture will endure most temperatures in the home but it is best to avoid placing furniture next to heat
sources such as radiators or fires. Be particularly careful with solid wood as the lack of humidity caused by
central heating can cause damage such as warping
Safety instructions
Never drag furniture when moving it, always lift it.
Periodically check all fixings to ensure none have come loose and re-tighten where necessary.
Please take care when handling or moving the furniture as careless handling may cause damage or injury.
Furniture can be dangerous if incorrectly installed. Assembly should be carried out by a competent person. No
liability will be accepted for damage or injury caused by incorrectly installed or assembled furniture.
Retain these instructions for future reference.
John Lewis Partnership
171 Victoria Street
London SW1E 5NN
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