Rubbermaid HomeFree Series User manual

4Install Brackets and Expanding Shelves
A
5Install Adjustable Clothes Rods
End cap
fit on outer
clothes rod
End cap
fit on inner
clothes rod 3" max.
“A” shelf sits in
front notch “B” shelf sits in
back notch
Bracket
Hint: When overlapping sections of shelving, shelves labeled “A” must be placed onto brackets before shelves labeled “B”.
Press firmly
into place
Secure shelves with bracket locks
After all shelves are positioned properly,
lock shelves into brackets by sliding the
plastic locking clip toward the back wall.
It will “snap” into locked position.
Place shelves onto brackets
Shelf labeled “A” sits in front notch of bracket. Shelf labeled “B” sits in back notch. Be
sure each shelf slides back as far as possible before locking shelves into brackets. If
overlapping three sections of shelving, use two “A” sections and one “B” section,
placing “A” sections on the outside and spanning the gap with “B” sections. For four
or more overlapping sections, continue alternating between “A” and “B” sections,
placing “A” shelves on brackets before “B” shelves.
Insert brackets
Insert brackets into uprights at desired
locations. Note: Install brackets and
shelving at the top first and work down.
Brackets will not fit into upper two slots
of each upright.
B
on top
Overlapping shelves
Shelves are adjustable and require no
cutting. To adjust width, overlap the shelves
making sure the shelf labeled “A” is placed
first on the brackets and the shelf labeled
“B” is placed on top of “A”.
Install shelves into brackets
Confirm that the bracket locks are
unlocked and install shelving making
sure that the “nose” of the bracket is
projecting out through the front edge of
the shelf. Note: For maximum weight
capacity, do not insert brackets into
bottom slots of upright.
Install rod hanger
Install rod hanger into bottom
of bracket by tilting it backward
until it locks in place. Note: Be
sure to press rod hangers firmly
into place for proper installation.
Adjust rod length
Rods can be used separately or
telescoped together. 36" rods
telescope up to 6' and 26"
rods telescope up to 4'
Add end caps
Place end caps on the end
of each clothes rod. End caps
will fit either diameter of rod
(as shown above).
Secure rod and hanger
After expanding clothes rod to
desired length, place into rod
hangers and press down to snap
into place. Note: Do not extend
more than 3" past rod hangers.
A B C D
AB
D
C (1)
C (2)
3–6 ft. Adjustable Closet System
Please read through the instructions completely and check that you have all parts before beginning.
Depending on the configuration you choose to install, you may not use all of the components.
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Description Part Number Quantity
36.25" Shelf (labeled A) 3G61 1
36.25" Shelf (labeled B) 3J61 1
26.25" Shelves (labeled A) 3G60 2
26.25" Shelf (labeled B) 3J60 1
47.5" Uprights 3G64 4
Brackets 3G63 10
36" Overlapping Hang Rails 3G66 2
Clothes Rod Hangers 3G68 8
36" Inner Clothes Rod 3G74 1
36" Outer Clothes Rod 3G75 1
26" Inner Clothes Rod 3G72 1
26" Outer Clothes Rod 3G73 1
22" Rail Covers 3J57 3
The following parts are packed together in a hardware bag:
Screws with white tip 1603168 11
0.5"Drywall Anchors 3J65 6
Anchor Push Pin 3J66 1
6" Rail Covers 3J56 2
Clothes Rod End Caps 3G71 6
Tools Needed
for Installation 1/8"
3/8" optional
Hint: If shelves are installed in the incorrect notch, shelving weight capacity could be lessened.

1Mount Overlapping Hang Rails
Left
side of
closet
Hint: Draw a pencil line across your 86.5" mark to indentify screw placement and ensure that the line is level.
Outside
of Rail
86.5"
3Hang Uprights
6"
22"
Top edge
86.5"
Wall stud
Use anchor if
there is no stud.
Screw into studs spaced
no more than 24" apart
Locate studs
On closet wall, locate all wall
studs and mark them 86.5"
above the floor. Using a stud
finder can be useful (optional).
Position rail
Position first hang rail so
that the rail is touching the
left side of your closet.
Level rail and drill pilot holes
Level hang rail and mark holes 86.5" above floor that
land on studs, then drill 1/8" pilot holes for screws.
Hang uprights
Hang first two 47.5" uprights
over the hang rail.
Position at 6"
Position both outside uprights
6" from the right and left
corners by using the 6" rail
cover for spacing.
Secure
Mark bottom hole of each
upright. Drill 1/8" pilot hole
into stud. (Use wall anchor and
3/8" bit if there is no stud.)
Fasten at bottom
Fasten screws into studs or
wall anchors. Screws are
needed only in bottom
holes of uprights.
Attach 6" rail cover
Clip 6" rail cover over hang rail
so uprights stay in place.
Use 22" rail cover for spacing
Hang another 47.5" upright on the rail and
use one of the 22" rail covers to space over 22".
Drill 1/8" pilot hole and fasten screws in bottom
hole. (Use wall anchor and 3/8" bit if there is
no stud.) Place 22" rail cover over rail between
uprights. Repeat step Ffor additional upright
(if space allows).
Attach 22" rail cover
If the space between the last uprights is less
than 22", you may choose to cut rail cover with
scissors to fit.
Note: Add-on accessories require uprights to be
placed at 22" apart.
Hint: If the left side of closet is more accessible, space the remaining uprights from left to right. If the right side of the closet is
more accessible, space the remaining uprights from right to left.
Hint: determine the placement of your shelves and hang rails. Start from the top and work your way down to ensure that you
have enough room.
A
A
EFG
B C D
B C
2Plan Your Layout
Secure left end of rail
If there is a stud within 4" from the wall, skip steps D (1) and D (2).
Second hole
from left
Position second hang rail if closet
space is wider than 3'
Slide second hang rail down behind the
first from above.
Extend second hang rail
Slide second hang rail as far right to the
wall as possible while still maintaining
hole alignment. Repeat step Cto secure to
the wall. If there is not a stud within 4" of
the RIGHT end of the hang rail, repeat the
dry wall anchor installation step above.
Secure second rail from right side
Install screws into studs (or anchors)
along rails. Secure rail in all studs.
Drywall anchor installation*
Mark and drill a 3/8" hole (for a wall anchor) in the second hang rail hole from
the left. To compress the anchor, fold the sides and bend. Hammer the wall
anchor flush to wall in the drilled hole. Insert anchor push pin to engage anchor,
then remove.
Rail fastening
Starting at left side, fasten the first two
screws into studs (or anchors). Do not
fasten remaining screws until after
next step.
Note: Screws need to be fastened
through rail into each wall stud
spaced no more than 24" apart.
EFG
D (1) D (2) D (3)
*Anchors for concrete, plaster or steel wall installation must be purchased separately.
Before securing uprights, be sure to assess
your storage needs. If you are using Homefree
accessories, be sure to place your uprights at
22" apart and ensure drawers or sliding
baskets have adequate space.