Sauder OFFICE WORKS AFFIRM 426466 User manual

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BOOKLET CONTAINS IMPORTANT
SAFETY INFORMATION.
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FUTURE REFERENCE.
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Français pg 16-18
Español pg 19-21
Reception Hutch
Classic Cherry finish | Model 426466
Lot # 574100 11/16/21
Purchased: __________________
AFFIRM COLLECTION
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Table of Contents Assembly Tools Required
Hammer
Not actual size
No. 2 Phillips Screwdriver
Tip Shown Actual Size
Hardware Identification
Part Identification
Hardware Usage Guide
Assembly Steps
Français
Español
Safety
Warranty
2
3
5
5-15
16-18
19-21
22
23
Hardware Identification
åScrews are shown actual size. You may receive extra hardware with your unit.
TAPE CARD/
PREP PAD KIT - 1
182M
Isopropyl
Alcohol 70%
Prep Pad
1S BLACK 9/16" LARGE HEAD SCREW - 8
9M TOUCH-UP PEN - 1 41G PLATE - 2
TWIST-LOCK®
FASTENER COVER - 23
114P
42F WOOD DOWEL - 16
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Part Identification
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.
A RIGHT END (1)
B LEFT END (1)
C LONG TOP (1)
D SHORT TOP (1)
E UPRIGHT (2)
F SHORT BACK (1)
G LONG BACK (1)
A
B
C
D
E
E
F
G
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Optional Accessories (sold separately)
å This piece of furniture accommodates one or more of the following optional accessories (sold separately).
å Powered Grommet (Item 427829)
The Powered Grommet is designed to replace any existing grommet provided with your furniture.
å To purchase the Powered Grommet, scan this QR code. (Or go to sauder.com)
å Articulating Keyboard Shelf (Item 426468)
The Articulating Keyboard Shelf is designed to be fastened to the underside of your desk, desk return, or credenza top.
å To purchase the Articulating Keyboard Shelf, scan this QR code. (Or go to sauder.com)
å LED Light (Item 426494)
The LED Light is designed to be fastened to the underside of a hutch.
å To purchase the LED Light, scan this QR code. (Or go to sauder.com)
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Hardware Usage Guide
1. Insert the dowel end of the FASTENER into the
hole of the adjoining part.
NOTE: The dowel end of the FASTENER must
remain fully inserted in the hole of the adjoining
part while locking the FASTENER.
2. Tighten the FASTENER with a Phillips
screwdriver as tight as possible.
Dowel end
2.
Push a TWIST-LOCK® FASTENER
into the large hole in the part.
1.
HOW TO USE A TWIST-LOCK®FASTENER
Step 1
å You have the option to use the Reception Hutch
as a Straight or a Corner.
å If you want the Reception Hutch to be used as a
Straight, go to the next step.
å If you want the Reception Hutch to be used as a
Corner, go to Step 8
Straight (Left or Right)
Steps 2 - 7
Corner
Steps 8 - 18
Look for this icon. It means a video assembly tip is
available at www.sauder.com/service/tips
Find the numbered video or scan the QR code. 0
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Step 2
F
2
å Assemble your unit on a carpeted floor or on the empty carton to avoid scratching
your unit or the floor.
å Insert three WOOD DOWELS (42F) into the SHORT BACK (F) exactly as shown.
å NOTE: You may need to gently tap the WOOD DOWEL in with your hammer.
å Fasten the ENDS (A and B) and one of the UPRIGHTS (E) to the SHORT BACK (F).
Tighten five TWIST-LOCK® FASTENERS.
å NOTE: Be sure the WOOD DOWELS in the LONG BACK insert into the
ENDS and UPRIGHT.
Surface with
TWIST-LOCK®
FASTENERS
Surface with
TWIST-LOCK®
FASTENERS
Edge with
TWIST-LOCK®
FASTENERS
Edge with
TWIST-LOCK®
FASTENERS
Edge with
TWIST-LOCK®
FASTENERS
Surface with
TWIST-LOCK®
FASTENERS
Surface without
TWIST-LOCK®
FASTENERS
E
A
B
42F
(3 used)
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å Insert five WOOD DOWELS (42F) into the
ENDS (A and B), UPRIGHT (E), and SHORT BACK (F).
å NOTE: You may need to gently tap the WOOD DOWEL in
with your hammer.
å Fasten the LONG TOP (C) to the ENDS (A and B),
UPRIGHT (E), and SHORT BACK (F)
Step 3
F
C
2
A
B
42F
(5 used)
E
Just think. The sooner
you do this, the sooner
you do something else.
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Step 4
å Your 426466 Reception Hutch can be fastened
to a Desk/Credenza and Desk Return combo in
either orientation.
426271
426279
426271
426279
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Step 5
426279
426271
Isopropyl
Alcohol 70%
Prep Pad
182M
å This unit is made to sit on the 426279 Desk/Credenza and the
426271 Desk Return. Open the TAPE CARD/PREP PAD KIT (182M)
and open the Alcohol Prep Pad to wipe the top surface of the Desk
and Return as shown in the diagram.
å Peel four double stick strips from the TAPE CARD and stick them
onto the edges of the Desk and Return as shown at the positions
marked 1 if you want your unit on the left.
å Peel four double stick strips from the TAPE CARD and stick them
onto the edges of the Desk and Return as shown at positions
marked 2 if you want your unit on the right.
å Next, peel the paper covering from the double stick strips.
182M
Wipe the top surface of
the Desk in this area.
1
1
2
2
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Step 6
å IMPORTANT: The Reception Hutch cannot be moved after it is set in place.
Pre-plan the Reception Hutch placement, then place it completely on the
attaching surface.
å With the help of another person, carefully center the Reception Hutch
onto your 426279 Desk/Credenza and the 426271 Desk Return in your
chosen position.
å NOTE: The back edges of the
Reception Hutch and Desk must be even.
STOP
The Reception Hutch
cannot be moved after it
is set in place. Pre-plan
the Reception Hutch
placement, then place
it completely on the
attaching surface.
Caution
Two person
lift required
426279
426271
The back
edges must
be even.
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Step 7
å Using your hammer, gently tap a TWIST-LOCK® FASTENER COVER (114P) onto each visible TWIST-LOCK® FASTENER.
å For long-term care and maintenance of your unit, you may touch up the edges with the TOUCH-UP PEN (9M).
å NOTE: Please read the back pages of the instruction booklet for important safety information.
å This completes assembly. Clean with a damp cloth. Wipe dry.
9M
114P
(22 used)
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Step 8 2
å Insert two WOOD DOWELS (42F) into
the BACKS (F and G).
å NOTE: You may need to gently tap the WOOD DOWEL in
with your hammer.
å Fasten the UPRIGHTS (E) to the BACKS (F and G).
Tighten two TWIST-LOCK® FASTENERS.
å NOTE: Be sure the WOOD DOWELS in the BACKS
insert into the UPRIGHTS.
E
E
F
G
Surface with
TWIST-LOCK®
FASTENERS
Surface with
TWIST-LOCK®
FASTENERS
Surface with TWIST-LOCK® FASTENERS
Edge with TWIST-LOCK® FASTENERS
Edge with TWIST-LOCK® FASTENERS
42F
(2 used)
Just think. The sooner
you do this, the sooner
you do something else.
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Step 9
å Insert one WOOD DOWEL (42F) into the RIGHT END (A).
å NOTE: You may need to gently tap the WOOD DOWEL in
with your hammer.
å Fasten the RIGHT END (A) to the SHORT BACK (F).
Tighten two TWIST-LOCK® FASTENERS.
å NOTE: Be sure the WOOD DOWEL in the RIGHT END
inserts into the SHORT BACK.
å Repeat this step for the LEFT END (B) and LONG BACK (G).
F
A
G
B
Surface with TWIST-LOCK® FASTENERS
Edge with TWIST-LOCK® FASTENERS
Edge with TWIST-LOCK® FASTENERS
Surface without TWIST-LOCK® FASTENERS
Surface with
TWIST-LOCK®
FASTENERS
Surface with
TWIST-LOCK®
FASTENERS
2
42F
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å Insert one WOOD DOWEL (42F) into the SHORT BACK (F).
å NOTE: You may need to gently tap the WOOD DOWEL in with
your hammer.
å Fasten the SHORT BACK (F) to the LONG BACK (G).
Tighten two TWIST-LOCK® FASTENERS.
å NOTE: Be sure the WOOD DOWEL in the SHORT BACK
inserts into the LONG BACK.
Step 10
F
G
Edge with TWIST-LOCK® FASTENERS
Edge with TWIST-LOCK® FASTENERS
Surface with
TWIST-LOCK®
FASTENERS
Surface with
TWIST-LOCK®
FASTENERS
2
42F
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Step 11
å Insert eleven WOOD DOWELS (42F) into the
ENDS (A and B), UPRIGHTS (E), and BACKS (F and G).
å NOTE: You may need to gently tap the WOOD DOWEL in
with your hammer.
F
E
E
BA
G
42F
(11 used)
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å Fasten the PLATES (41G) to the LONG TOP (C). Use four
BLACK 9/16" LARGE HEAD SCREWS (1S).
Step 12
C
BLACK 9/16" LARGE HEAD SCREW
(4 used in this step)
1S
41G
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Step 13
å Fasten the LONG TOP (C) to the RIGHT END (A),
UPRIGHT (E), and BACKS (F and G). Tighten nine
TWIST-LOCK® FASTENERS.
å NOTE: Be sure the WOOD DOWELS in the RIGHT END,
UPRIGHT, and BACKS insert into the LONG TOP.
F
E
C
A
G
2
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å Fasten the SHORT TOP (D) to the LEFT END (B),
UPRIGHT (E), and LONG BACK (G). Tighten six
TWIST-LOCK® FASTENERS.
å NOTE: Be sure the WOOD DOWELS in the LEFT END,
UPRIGHT, and LONG BACK insert into the SHORT TOP.
å Fasten the SHORT TOP (D) to the PLATES (41G). Use four
BLACK 9/16" LARGE HEAD SCREWS (1S).
Step 14
G
B
2
E
D
BLACK 9/16" LARGE HEAD SCREW
(4 used in this step)
1S
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Step 15
å Your Reception Hutch can be fastened to the
426279 Desk/Credenza and 426271 Desk Return
combo in either orientation.
426279
426271
426279
426271
Almost time to
celebrate! With a nap.
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Step 16
426279
426271
Isopropyl
Alcohol 70%
Prep Pad
182M
Wipe the top surface of
the Desk in this area.
å Carefully lay your unit onto its back edges.
å This unit is made to sit on the 426279 Desk/Credenza and the
426271 Desk Return. Open the TAPE CARD/PREP PAD KIT (182M)
and open the Alcohol Prep Pad to wipe the top surface of the Desk
and Return as shown in the diagram.
å Peel four double stick strips from the TAPE CARD and stick them
onto the edges of the Desk and Return as shown in the diagram.
å Next, peel the paper covering from the double stick strips.
182M
182M
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