Sauder Carson Forge 412920 User manual

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NOTE: THIS INSTRUCTION
BOOKLET CONTAINS IMPORTANT
SAFETY INFORMATION.
PLEASE READ AND KEEP FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE.
English pg 1-28
Français pg 29-32
Español pg 33-36
Lot # 372784 05/18/15
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Carson Forge Collection | Model 412920
The original desktop.

Table of Contents Assembly Tools Required
Part Identification
Hardware Identification
Assembly Steps
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Safety
Warranty
Hammer
Not actual size
No. 2 Phillips Screwdriver
Tip Shown Actual Size
Skip the power trip.
This time.
A RIGHT END (1)
B UPPER LEFT END (1)
C LOWER LEFT END (1)
D UPRIGHT (1)
E TOP (1)
F BOTTOM (1)
G MODESTY PANEL (1)
H BACK (1)
I BRACE (1)
J UPPER DRAWER FRONT (1)
N LOWER DRAWER FRONT (1)
R2 PENCIL DRAWER FRONT (1)
U RIGHT FRONT LEG (1)
V LEFT FRONT LEG (1)
W RIGHT REAR LEG (1)
X LEFT REAR LEG (1)
Y CENTER LEG (1)
Z EXTENSION BLOCK (1)
M75 END MOLDING (1)
M67 DRAWER BRACE (1)
D34 PENCIL DRAWER RIGHT SIDE (1)
D35 PENCIL DRAWER LEFT SIDE (1)
D36 SMALL DRAWER RIGHT SIDE (1)
D37 SMALL DRAWER LEFT SIDE (1)
D48 FILE DRAWER RIGHT SIDE (1)
D49 FILE DRAWER LEFT SIDE (1)
D77 SMALL DRAWER BACK (1)
D78 FILE DRAWER BACK (1)
D121 PENCIL DRAWER BACK (1)
D716 SMALL DRAWER BOTTOM (2)
D991 LARGE DRAWER BOTTOM (1)
2-3
4-5
6-28
29-32
33-36
37-38
39
åWhile not all parts are labeled, some of the parts will have a label or an inked letter on the edge
to help distinguish similar parts from each other. Use this part identification to help identify similar parts.
Now you know
our ABCs.
Part Identification
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Part Identification
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A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
U
W
X
V
I
Z
M75
Y
N
D78 D48
D716
D49
J
D36D77
D716
D37
D991
D121
D34
D35
R2
M67

Hardware Identification
åScrews are shown actual size. You may receive extra hardware with your unit.
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GLUE - 1
KK
CAM COVER - 4
II TACK GLIDE - 5
LL
WOOD DOWEL - 9
PP
FILE DRAWER
FRONT BRACKET - 2
MM
METAL BRACE - 1
TT
FOOT - 5
QQ PULL - 2 SS
KNOB - 2
VV WW BACKPLATE - 2
CORNER ACCENT - 3
UU
PENCIL DRAWER
FRONT BRACKET - 1
OO
40CB CABINET LEFT - 3 40CA CABINET RIGHT - 3 40CC DRAWER RIGHT - 3 40CD DRAWER LEFT - 3
HIDDEN CAM - 24
1F CAM DOWEL - 11 2F CAM SCREW -13 8F
FILE GLIDE - 2
4B
DRAWER FRONT
BRACKET - 1
NN

Hardware Identification
åScrews are shown actual size. You may receive extra hardware with your unit.
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EEE SILVER 1/2" MACHINE SCREW - 5
AAA GOLD 1" MACHINE SCREW - 2
SILVER 1-1/8" FLAT HEAD SCREW -2
ZZ
BLACK 2-1/4" FLAT HEAD SCREW - 3
XX SILVER 2" FLAT HEAD SCREW - 4 YY
BBB BLACK 7/8" MACHINE SCREW - 2
FFF GOLD 5/16" FLAT HEAD SCREW - 24
CCC BLACK 9/16" FLAT HEAD SCREW - 2
DDD BROWN 9/16" LARGE HEAD SCREW - 14
GGG NAIL - 20
30S BLACK 1-9/16" FLAT HEAD SCREW - 13

Step 1 Look for this icon. It means a
video assembly tip is available at
www.sauder.com/services/tips
å Assemble your unit on a carpeted floor or on the empty
carton to avoid scratching your unit or the floor.
å Push twenty-four HIDDEN CAMS (1F) into the ENDS (A
and C), UPRIGHT (D), BOTTOM (F), MODESTY PANEL (G),
BRACE (I), and DRAWER BRACE (M67). Then, insert the metal
end of a CAM DOWEL (2F) into each HIDDEN CAM, except in
the LOWER LEFT END (C) and MODESTY PANEL (G).
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I
C
A
D
F
G
Arrow
1F
2F
(24 used)
(11 used)
Arrow
1F
2F
Insert the metal end of the CAM
DOWEL into the HIDDEN CAM.
Arrow
Do not tighten the HIDDEN CAMS in this step.
Do not insert CAM DOWELS into these edges.
Arrow
1F
Do not insert CAM DOWELS into this part.
M67
Do not insert CAM DOWELS into these edges.

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8F
å Turn thirteen CAM SCREWS (8F) into the LEGS (U, V, X, and Y).
å NOTE: Be sure to use the exact holes shown.
Y
U
V
X
8F
(13 used)
Remember:
Righty tighty.
Lefty loosey.

å Fasten the CORNER ACCENTS (UU) to the LEGS (U, V,
and Y). Use two BLACK 7/8" MACHINE SCREWS (BBB)
through the LEGS (U and Y). Use a SILVER 1/2" MACHINE
SCREW (EEE) through the LEFT FRONT LEG (V).
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V
Y
U
UU
UU
BLACK 7/8" MACHINE SCREW
(2 used in this step)
BBB
SILVER 1/2" MACHINE SCREW
(1 used in this step)
EEE
Angled edge
Remember:
Righty tighty.
Lefty loosey.

å Fasten the RIGHT FRONT LEG (U) to the RIGHT END (A)
and the CENTER LEG (Y) to the UPRIGHT (D). Tighten six
HIDDEN CAMS.
Step 4
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U
A
D
Y
Angled edge
Angled edge
Surface with
HIDDEN CAMS
Surface with
HIDDEN CAMS
Edge with CAM DOWELS
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å Carefully turn the RIGHT END (A) over.
å Turn two BLACK 9/16" FLAT HEAD SCREWS (CCC) into
the END (A) until the shoulders of the SCREWS rest on
the surface of the END.
å Slide the END MOLDING (M75) onto the END (A). Line
up the groove in the MOLDING over the heads of the
SCREWS in the END and slide it until it is against the
RIGHT FRONT LEG (U).
å Fasten the RIGHT REAR LEG (W) to the RIGHT END (A).
Use three BLACK 2-1/4" FLAT HEAD SCREWS (XX).
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W
A
U
Apply pressure with your hands
as you guide the MOLDINGS over
the SCREWS and onto the ENDS.
Shoulder
BLACK 9/16" FLAT HEAD SCREW
(2 used in this step)
CCC
Angled edge
BLACK 2-1/4" FLAT HEAD SCREW
(3 used in this step)
XX
M75
M75

Step 6
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Inspect the parts thoroughly before
assembling. Disassembly of glued
parts is extremely dicult.
Caution
!
å First, fill the holes in one edge of the UPPER LEFT END (B)
1/4 to 1/2 full with GLUE (KK). Then, insert the WOOD
DOWELS (PP) into the holes. Wipe away the excess GLUE.
å Repeat adding GLUE and inserting the WOODEN
DOWELS in the short edges of the LOWER LEFT END (C)
and BRACE (I) as shown below.
å Now, fasten the BRACE (I) to UPPER LEFT END (B). Use
two SILVER 1-1/8" FLAT HEAD SCREWS (ZZ).
Surface with
HIDDEN CAMS
I
+
+
Surface with
HIDDEN CAMS
Surface with holes
C
B
KK
KK
PP
PP
Fill the holes 1/4 to 1/2 full with GLUE.
Edge with HIDDEN CAMS
The holes should be
closer to this edge.
(8 used)
SILVER 1-1/8" FLAT HEAD SCREW
(2 used in this step)
ZZ

Step 7
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å First, fill the four holes in the edge of the LEFT REAR LEG (X)
1/4 to 1/2 full with GLUE (KK). Then, insert the WOOD DOWELS
in the ENDS (C and B) and BRACE (I) into the holes of the LEG.
Wipe away the excess GLUE.
å NOTE: Be sure the CAM SCREWS insert into the holes in the
short edges of the LOWER LEFT END (C) and BRACE (I).
å Fasten the LEFT REAR LEG (X) to the LOWER LEFT END (C)
and BRACE (I). Tighten two HIDDEN CAMS.
å Repeat this step for the LEFT FRONT LEG (V) making sure all
HIDDEN CAMS are tight.
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Surface with
HIDDEN CAMS
Surface with
HIDDEN CAMS
V
I
C
B
X
KK
Fill the holes 1/4 to 1/2 full with GLUE.
Inspect the parts thoroughly before
assembling. Disassembly of glued
parts is extremely dicult.
Caution
!
Angled edge
Angled edge

Step 8
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å Fasten the CABINET RIGHTS (40CA) and CABINET
LEFTS (40CB) to the RIGHT END (A) and UPRIGHT (D).
Use eight GOLD 5/16" FLAT HEAD SCREWS (FFF) through
holes #1 and #3.
1
2
3
4
1
2
34
A
D
GOLD 5/16" FLAT HEAD SCREW
(8 used in this step)
FFF
Roller end
Roller end
Angled edge
Angled edge
1
2
34
1
2
3
4
Edge with CAM DOWELS
Surface with
HIDDEN CAMS
Surface with
HIDDEN CAMS

å Carefully flip the UPRIGHT (D) over.
å Fasten the EXTENSION BLOCK (Z) to the UPRIGHT (D).
Use two SILVER 2" FLAT HEAD SCREWS (YY).
å Fasten the remaining CABINET RIGHT (40CA) and
CABINET LEFT (40CB) to the BRACE (I) and EXTENSION
BLOCK (Z). Use four GOLD 5/16" FLAT HEAD
SCREWS (FFF) through holes #1 and #3.
Step 9
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Z
Finished
D
I
Angled edge
Angled edge
Roller end
Roller end
Edge with CAM DOWELS
GOLD 5/16" FLAT HEAD SCREW
(4 used in this step)
FFF
1
2
3
4
1
2
34
SILVER 2" FLAT HEAD SCREW
(2 used in this step)
YY

å Insert a WOODEN DOWEL (PP) into the hole in the TOP (E)
å Fasten the BRACE (I) to the TOP (E). Tighten two
HIDDEN CAMS.
å NOTE: Be sure the WOODEN DOWEL inserts into the
hole in the LEG.
å Fasten the MODESTY PANEL (G) to the LEFT REAR
LEG (X). Tighten three HIDDEN CAMS.
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Surface with holes
X
G
E
I
PP
Surface with
HIDDEN CAMS
Curved edge
Do not stand the unit upright without the
BACK fastened. The unit may collapse.
Caution
Start Tighten
Arrow
Minimum
190 degrees
Caution
Risk of damage or
injury. HIDDEN CAMS
must be completely
tightened. HIDDEN
CAMS that are not
completely tightened
may loosen, and parts
may separate. To
completely tighten:
Arrow
Maximum
210 degrees
1
2

å Fasten the UPRIGHT (D) to the TOP (E). Tighten two
HIDDEN CAMS.
å Fasten the UPRIGHT (D) to the MODESTY PANEL (G). Use
two SILVER 2" FLAT HEAD SCREWS (YY).
å Fasten the METAL BRACE (TT) to the LEFT LEGS (V and X).
Use four BROWN 9/16" LARGE HEAD SCREWS (DDD).
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TT
D
G
E
V
X
Arrow
Minimum
190 degrees
Maximum
210 degrees
SILVER 2" FLAT HEAD SCREW
(2 used in this step)
YY
BROWN 9/16" LARGE HEAD SCREW
(4 used for the METAL BRACE)
DDD
Surface with
HIDDEN CAMS

å Fasten the BOTTOM (F) to the UPRIGHT (D). Tighten two
HIDDEN CAMS.
å Fasten the RIGHT END (A) to the BOTTOM (F) and
TOP (E). Tighten four HIDDEN CAMS.
Step 12
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Arrow
Minimum
190 degrees
Maximum
210 degrees
D
E
F
A
Surface with
HIDDEN CAMS
Angled edge
Finished edge

å Push a FOOT (QQ) over the bottom edge of
each LEG (U, V, W, X, and Y).
å With a hammer, tap a TACK GLIDE (LL) through
the holes of the FEET (QQ).
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Don't worry. It isn't
Rome. This can be built
in a day.
U
V
W
X
Y
LL
QQ

å Carefully turn your unit over onto its front edge and lay
the BACK (H) over the large opening.
å Fasten the BACK (H) to your unit using the NAILS (GGG).
å NOTE: Be sure the BACK is not hanging over the top
surface of the TOP.
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Do not stand the unit upright without the
BACK fastened. The unit may collapse.
Caution
H
Finished surface
The edge of the BACK
should be even with
the BOTTOM and
UPRIGHT surfaces.
NAIL
(20 used in this step)
GGG

Step 15
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å Pull the PENCIL DRAWER FRONT BRACKETS (OO) apart and slide
them into the grooves in the PENCIL DRAWER SIDES (D34 and D35).
å NOTE: The PENCIL DRAWER FRONT BRACKETS are marked "RH"
and "LH" for easy identification.
å Fasten the PENCIL DRAWER FRONT (R2) to the PENCIL DRAWER
FRONT BRACKETS (OO). Use two BROWN 9/16" LARGE
HEAD SCREWS (DDD).
å Slide the LARGE DRAWER BOTTOM (D991) into the grooves
in the PENCIL DRAWER SIDES (D34 and D35) and PENCIL
DRAWER FRONT (R2).
Pull the BRACKETS apart and slide
them into the DRAWER SIDE grooves.
Unfinished surface
With the palm of
your hand, tap the
DRAWER BOTTOM
down into the groove.
1st
2nd
OO
R2
R2
OO
D34
D238
D35
Groove
BROWN 9/16" LARGE HEAD SCREW
(2 used for the FRONT BRACKETS)
DDD
D34
D991 D35
Be sure the DRAWER
BOTTOM inserts into the
DRAWER FRONT groove.