Sauder OfficeWorks AFFIRM 427422 User manual

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Français pg 25-28
Español pg 29-32
Lot # 566752 09/08/21
Purchased: __________________
Desk 72"x 24"
Hudson Elm finish | Model 427422

Table of Contents Assembly Tools Required
Hammer
Not actual size
No. 2 Phillips Screwdriver
Tip Shown Actual Size
Part Identification
Hardware Identification
Optional Accessories
Hardware Usage Guide
Assembly Steps
Français
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Safety
Warranty
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4
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6
6-24
25-28
29-32
33-34
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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 SMALL END (1)
D MODESTY PANEL (1)
E TOP (1)
A
B
C
D
E
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Hardware Identification
åScrews are shown actual size. You may receive extra hardware with your unit.
1S BLACK 9/16" LARGE HEAD SCREW - 20
41G PLATE - 2LEVELER - 6
46E WOOD DOWEL - 13 42F
TOUCH-UP PEN - 1
10M GROMMET - 2 2P GROMMET CAP- 2 3P86G SUPPORT BRACKET - 2
CORD CLIP - 4
9P TWIST-LOCK®
FASTENER COVER - 17
125P HOLE PLUG - 8 127P
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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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Step 1
å Assemble your unit on a carpeted floor or on the empty
carton to avoid scratching your unit or the floor.
å Insert four WOOD DOWELS (42F) into the exact holes
shown in the MODESTY PANEL (D).
å NOTE: You may need to gently tap the WOOD DOWELS
in with your hammer.
42F
42F
D
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
Hardware Usage Guide
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
å If you purchased the 427413 to fasten to this desk 427422, then follow Steps 3-7. Next, go to the 427413 assembly and attachment.
å If you purchased the 427468 or the 427427 to fasten to this desk 427422 on the left, then follow Steps 8-13.
å If you purchased the 427468 or the 427427 to fasten to this desk 427422 on the right, then follow Steps 14-19.
427422
427468
427422
427468
427422
427427
427422
427427
427422
427413
427422
427413
CONNECTING 427413 - FOLLOW STEPS 3-7
CONNECTING 427422 ON LEFT - FOLLOW STEPS 14-19
CONNECTING 427422 ON RIGHT - FOLLOW STEPS 8-13
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Step 3
å Fasten the ENDS (A and B) to the MODESTY PANEL (D).
Tighten six TWIST-LOCK® FASTENERS.
å NOTE: Be sure the WOOD DOWELS in the MODESTY PANEL
insert into the ENDS.
å NOTE: You will not use the SMALL END (C) in Steps 3-7. Extra
hardware has been provided for the SMALL END if needed.
Surface with
TWIST-LOCK®
FASTENERS
D
A
B
2
Remember:
Righty tighty.
Lefty loosey.
Surface with
TWIST-LOCK®
FASTENERS
Surface without
TWIST-LOCK®
FASTENERS
Long edge with
TWIST-LOCK®
FASTENERS
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Step 4
å Insert seven WOOD DOWELS (42F) into the exact holes
shown in the TOP (E).
å NOTE: You may need to gently tap the WOOD DOWELS in
with your hammer.
å With the help of another person, fasten the ENDS (A and B)
and MODESTY PANEL (D) to the TOP (E). Tighten nine
TWIST-LOCK® FASTENERS.
å NOTE: Be sure the WOOD DOWELS in the TOP insert into the
ENDS and MODESTY PANEL.
D
A
E
B
Caution
Two person
lift required
2
42F
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Step 5
å Fasten the SUPPORT BRACKETS (86G) to the MODESTY
PANEL (D) and TOP (E). Use twelve BLACK 9/16" LARGE
HEAD SCREWS (1S).
å Push four CORD CLIPS (9P) into the TOP (E).
9P
BLACK 9/16" LARGE HEAD SCREW
(12 used in this step)
1S
D
E
86G
86G
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Step 6
å Using your hammer, gently tap four LEVELERS (46E)
completely into the holes in the ENDS (A and B).
å NOTE: Adjustments to the LEVELERS will be made later in
assembly once your unit is standing upright.
46E
B
A
Now might be a
good time to refresh
your drink.
Pilot hole to be used only if you
purchased the optional 426468
Articulating Keyboard Shelf.
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Step 7
3P
2P
10M
å Carefully stand your unit upright.
å Your unit may need leveling. To raise a corner of your unit, rotate the LEVELER downward. To lower a corner of your unit,
rotate the LEVELER upward.
å Using your hammer, gently tap a TWIST-LOCK® FASTENER COVER (125P) 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 (10M).
å Insert a HOLE PLUG (127P) into any unused hole in the ENDS (A and B).
å Insert a GROMMET (2P) and GROMMET CAP (3P) into each large hole in the TOP (E).
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.
E
A
B
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60 lbs.
Pro Tip: Lift with your
legs. And, you know,
your arms.
To raise a corner of your unit,
rotate the LEVELER downward.
To lower a corner of your unit,
rotate the LEVELER upward.
125P
125P
127P
127P
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Step 8
C
å Fasten the ENDS (A and C) to the MODESTY PANEL (D).
Tighten six TWIST-LOCK® FASTENERS.
å NOTE: Be sure the WOOD DOWELS in the MODESTY PANEL
insert into the ENDS.
å NOTE: You will not use the LEFT END (B) in Steps 8-13. Extra
hardware has been provided for the LEFT END if needed.
Surface with
TWIST-LOCK®
FASTENERS
D
A
2
Remember:
Righty tighty.
Lefty loosey.
Surface with
TWIST-LOCK®
FASTENERS
Surface without
TWIST-LOCK®
FASTENERS
Long edge with
TWIST-LOCK®
FASTENERS
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Step 9
å Insert seven WOOD DOWELS (42F) into the exact holes
shown in the TOP (E).
å NOTE: You may need to gently tap the WOOD DOWELS in
with your hammer.
å With the help of another person, fasten the ENDS (A and C)
and MODESTY PANEL (D) to the TOP (E). Tighten nine
TWIST-LOCK® FASTENERS.
å NOTE: Be sure the WOOD DOWELS in the TOP insert into
the ENDS and MODESTY PANEL.
D
A
E
Caution
Two person
lift required
2
C
42F
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Step 10
9P
BLACK 9/16" LARGE HEAD SCREW
(12 used in this step)
1S
å Fasten the SUPPORT BRACKETS (86G) to the MODESTY
PANEL (D) and TOP (E). Use twelve BLACK 9/16" LARGE
HEAD SCREWS (1S).
å Push four CORD CLIPS (9P) into the TOP (E).
E
Now might be a
good time to refresh
your drink.
D86G
86G
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Step 11
C
å Using your hammer, gently tap four LEVELERS (46E)
completely into the holes in the ENDS (A and C).
å NOTE: Adjustments to the LEVELERS will be made later in
assembly once your unit is standing upright.
å Fasten the PLATES (41G) to the TOP (E). Use four BLACK
9/16" LARGE HEAD SCREWS (1S).
46E
A
BLACK 9/16" LARGE HEAD SCREW
(4 used in this step)
1S
41G
E
Pilot hole to be used only if you
purchased the optional 426468
Articulating Keyboard Shelf.
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Step 12
3P
2P
10M
å Carefully stand your unit upright.
å Your unit may need leveling. To raise a corner of your unit, rotate the LEVELER downward. To lower a corner of your unit,
rotate the LEVELER upward.
å Using your hammer, gently tap a TWIST-LOCK® FASTENER COVER (125P) 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 (10M).
å Insert a HOLE PLUG (127P) into any unused hole in the ENDS (A and C).
å Insert a GROMMET (2P) and GROMMET CAP (3P) into each large hole in the TOP (E).
EA
C
60 lbs.
Pro Tip: Lift with your
legs. And, you know,
your arms.
To raise a corner of your unit,
rotate the LEVELER downward.
To lower a corner of your unit,
rotate the LEVELER upward.
125P
125P
127P
127P
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Step 13
å Fasten the 427427 Desk or the 427468 Desk to your 427422 on the left. Use four 9/16" BLACK
LARGE HEAD SCREWS (1S) through the PLATES and into the adjoining Desk.
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.
427422
427427
427422
427468
BLACK 9/16" LARGE HEAD SCREW
(4 used in this step)
1S
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Step 14
C
å Fasten the ENDS (B and C) to the MODESTY PANEL (D).
Tighten six TWIST-LOCK® FASTENERS.
å NOTE: Be sure the WOOD DOWELS in the MODESTY PANEL
insert into the ENDS.
å NOTE: You will not use the RIGHT END (A) in Steps 14-19. Extra
hardware has been provided for the RIGHT END if needed.
Surface with
TWIST-LOCK®
FASTENERS
D
B
Remember:
Righty tighty.
Lefty loosey.
Surface with
TWIST-LOCK®
FASTENERS
Surface without
TWIST-LOCK®
FASTENERS
2
Long edge with
TWIST-LOCK®
FASTENERS
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Step 15
å Insert seven WOOD DOWELS (42F) into the exact holes
shown in the TOP (E).
å NOTE: You may need to gently tap the WOOD DOWELS in
with your hammer.
å With the help of another person, fasten the ENDS (B and C)
and MODESTY PANEL (D) to the TOP (E). Tighten nine
TWIST-LOCK® FASTENERS.
å NOTE: Be sure the WOOD DOWELS in the TOP insert into
the ENDS and MODESTY PANEL.
D
B
E
Caution
Two person
lift required
C
42F
2
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