Sauder OfficeWorks AFFIRM 427440 User manual

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NOTE: THIS INSTRUCTION
BOOKLET CONTAINS IMPORTANT
SAFETY INFORMATION.
PLEASE READ AND KEEP FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE.
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Share your journey! Lot # 573164 10/28/21
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English pg 1-27
Français pg 28-31
Español pg 32-35
AFFIRM COLLECTION
Desk 48" x 24"
Noble Elm finish | Model 427440
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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
Español
Safety
Warranty
3
4
5
7, 14, 21
6-27
28-31
32-35
36-38
39
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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 TOP (1)
E MODESTY PANEL (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.
42F WOOD DOWEL - 12 41G PLATE - 2
10M TOUCH-UP PEN - 1 2P GROMMET - 2 3P GROMMET
CAP - 2
9P CORD CLIP - 2 LARGE HOLE
PLUG - 3
26P 122P SMALL HOLE
PLUG - 2
TWIST-LOCK®
FASTENER COVER - 15
124P 1S BLACK 9/16" LARGE HEAD SCREW - 8
46E LEVELER - 6
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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)
Optional Accessories (sold separately)
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Step 1 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
å See below for the options with your unit.
427441 or 427442
427440
Steps 2 - 8
427440
Steps 9 - 15
Steps 16 - 22
427441 or 427442
427440
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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 (E).
å NOTE: You may need to gently tap the WOOD DOWEL
in with your hammer.
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 2
42F
42F
E
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Step 3
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.
A
B
46E
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Step 4
å Fasten the MODESTY PANEL (E) to the RIGHT END (A). Tighten three TWIST-LOCK® FASTENERS.
å NOTE: Be sure the WOOD DOWELS in the MODESTY PANEL insert into the END.
å Fasten the LEFT END (B) to the MODESTY PANEL (E). Tighten three TWIST-LOCK® FASTENERS.
å NOTE: Be sure the WOOD DOWELS in the MODESTY PANEL insert into the END.
2
E
A
E
B
Edge with
TWIST-LOCK®
FASTENERS
For support, place packing
foam or books here.
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å Turn two CORD CLIPS (9P) into the TOP (D).
å NOTE: The CORD CLIP is used to hold your cords
against the TOP.
Step 5
Pilot hole to be used only if you
purchased the optional 426468
Articulating Keyboard Shelf.
9P
D
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å Insert six WOOD DOWELS (42F) into the holes in the edges of the ENDS (A
and B) and MODESTY PANEL (E).
å NOTE: You may need to gently tap the WOOD DOWEL in with your hammer.
å With someone's help, fasten the TOP (D) to the ENDS (A and B) and
MODESTY PANEL (E). Tighten seven TWIST-LOCK® FASTENERS.
å NOTE: Be sure the WOOD DOWELS in the ENDS and MODESTY PANEL
insert into the TOP.
Step 6 2
D
A
E
B
42F
(6 used)
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Step 7
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 Insert a GROMMET (2P) and GROMMET CAP (3P) into
each large hole in the TOP (D).
To raise a corner of your
unit, rotate the LEVELER
downward. To lower a
corner of your unit, rotate
the LEVELER upward.
3P
2P
D
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Step 8
å For long-term care and maintenance of your unit, you may touch up the edges with the TOUCH-UP PEN (10M).
å Using your hammer, gently tap a TWIST-LOCK® FASTENER COVER (124P) onto each visible TWIST-LOCK® FASTENER.
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.
And to celebrate, why not share your success story at sauder.com or
10M
124P
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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 (E).
å NOTE: You may need to gently tap the WOOD DOWEL
in with your hammer.
Hardware Usage Guide
Step 9
42F
42F
E
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
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Step 10
å Using your hammer, gently tap four LEVELERS (46E)
completely into the holes in the ENDS (B and C).
å NOTE: Adjustments to the LEVELERS will be made later in
assembly once your unit is standing upright.
C
B
46E
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Step 11
å Fasten the MODESTY PANEL (E) to the SMALL END (C). Tighten three TWIST-LOCK® FASTENERS.
å NOTE: Be sure the WOOD DOWELS in the MODESTY PANEL insert into the END.
å Fasten the LEFT END (B) to the MODESTY PANEL (E). Tighten three TWIST-LOCK® FASTENERS.
å NOTE: Be sure the WOOD DOWELS in the MODESTY PANEL insert into the END.
2
E
C
E
B
Edge with
TWIST-LOCK®
FASTENERS
For support, place packing
foam or books here.
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Step 12
Pilot hole to be used only if you
purchased the optional 426468
Articulating Keyboard Shelf.
9P
D
å Turn two CORD CLIPS (9P) into the TOP (D).
å NOTE: The CORD CLIP is used to hold your cords
against the TOP.
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Step 13 2
C
å Insert six WOOD DOWELS (42F) into the holes in the edges of the ENDS (B and C) and MODESTY PANEL (E).
å NOTE: You may need to gently tap the WOOD DOWEL in with your hammer.
å With someone's help, fasten the TOP (D) to the ENDS (B and C) and MODESTY PANEL (E). Tighten seven
TWIST-LOCK® FASTENERS.
å NOTE: Be sure the WOOD DOWELS in the ENDS and MODESTY PANEL insert into the TOP.
å Insert a HOLE PLUG (26P or 122P) into any unused hole in the SMALL END (C).
D
E
B
42F
(6 used)
26P
122P
(2 used)
(3 used)
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Step 14
å Fasten the TOP (D) to the TOP of the other desk. Use two PLATES (41G) and eight
BLACK 9/16" LARGE HEAD SCREWS (1S).
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 Insert a GROMMET (2P) and GROMMET CAP (3P) into each large hole in the TOP (D).
427441 or 427442
D
41G
BLACK 9/16" LARGE HEAD SCREW
(8 used in this step)
1S
To raise a corner of your
unit, rotate the LEVELER
downward. To lower a
corner of your unit, rotate
the LEVELER upward.
3P
2P
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Step 15
å For long-term care and maintenance of your unit, you may touch up the edges with the TOUCH-UP PEN (10M).
å Using your hammer, gently tap a TWIST-LOCK® FASTENER COVER (124P) onto each visible TWIST-LOCK® FASTENER.
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.
And to celebrate, why not share your success story at sauder.com or
10M
124P
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