Sauder Shoal Creek Series User manual

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BOOKLET CONTAINS IMPORTANT
SAFETY INFORMATION.
PLEASE READ AND KEEP FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE.
Enlish p 1-22
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Español p 26-28
Lot # 373317 06/15/15
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4-Drawer Chest
Shoal Creek Collection | Model 411197
WARNING
CHOKING HAZARD - Small Parts
Not for children under 3 years.
Adult assembly required.

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.
2-3
4
5-22
23-25
26-28
29-30
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Now you know
our ABCs.
Part Identification
åWhile not all parts are labeled, some of the parts will have a label or an inked letter on the ede
to help distinuish similar parts from each other. Use this part identification to help identify similar parts.
A2 RIGHT END (1)
B2 LEFT END (1)
C2 TOP (1)
D BOTTOM (2)
E BACK (1)
G RIGHT FRONT LEG (1)
H LEFT FRONT LEG (1)
I REAR LEG (2)
J2 DRAWER FRONT (1)
O2 LARGE DRAWER FRONT (3)
D10 RIGHT DRAWER SIDE (1)
D11 LEFT DRAWER SIDE (1)
D132 LARGE RIGHT DRAWER SIDE (3)
D138 LARGE LEFT DRAWER SIDE (3)
D174 DRAWER BACK (1)
D175 LARGE DRAWER BACK (3)
D983 DRAWER BOTTOM (4)
M65 DRAWER BRACE (4)
M73 END MOLDING (2)
VV LARGE BACK (1)

Part Identification
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M65
D10
D983
D11
D132
D983
D138
D175
D174
M65
A2
B2
C2
D
E
G
H
I
D
I
VV
M73
M73
J2
O2

Hardware Identification
åScrews are shown actual size. You may receive extra hardware with your unit.
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40DA UNIVERSAL CABINET RAIL - 840DC DRAWER RIGHT - 4 40DD DRAWER LEFT - 4
SAFETY STRAP - 1
Locate this nylon SAFETY
STRAP (60M) to be used
later in assembly. Do not
accidentally throw away.
60M SAFETY DRYWALL
ANCHOR - 1
61M
WASHER - 1
13M
BLACK 1-1/8" MACHINE SCREW - 3
NN
METAL
BRACKET - 4
AA
SILVER 3/4" MACHINE SCREW - 12
OO BLACK 9/16" LARGE HEAD SCREW - 15 PP
BLACK 2-1/4" FLAT HEAD SCREW - 6
MM
XTWIST-LOCK®
FASTENER - 8
TT GOLD 5/16" FLAT HEAD SCREW - 32
METAL PIN - 4
EE
PULL - 6
FF
DD SLIDE
CAM - 8
BLACK 9/16" FLAT HEAD SCREW - 4
QQ
CAM SCREW - 10
Z2 KNOB - 3 BB
NAIL - 16
UU
HIDDEN
CAM - 10
Y2
30S BLACK 1-9/16" FLAT HEAD SCREW - 20
KK WARNING LABEL - 1
(Refer to Step 17 for proper
location and application)
WARNING
Serious or fatal crushing injuries can occur
from furniture tip-over. To help prevent
tip-over:
• Place heaviest items in the lowest drawers.
• Unless specifically desined to accommodate, do not
set TVs or other heavy objects on top of this product.
• Never allow children to climb or han on drawers,
doors, or shelves.
• Never open more than one drawer at a time.
• If equipped with a drawer interlock system, do not
defeat or remove it.
Use of tip-over restraints may only reduce, but not
eliminate, the risk of tip-over.
This is a permanent label. Do not attempt to remove!
04/10 332296

Step 1 Look for this icon. It means a
video assembly tip is available at
www.sauder.com/services/tips
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Do not tihten the TWIST-LOCK® FASTENERS in this step.
(8 used)
X
å Assemble your unit on a carpeted floor or on the empty
carton to avoid scratchin your unit or the floor.
å To bein assembly, push a SAUDER TWIST-LOCK®
FASTENER (X) into the lare holes in the ENDS (A2
and B2). Repeat this step for the BOTTOMS (D).
A2
B2

Step 2
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Arrow
Arrow
Y2
The arrow in the HIDDEN
CAM must point toward the
hole in the ede of the board.
Hole
å Push ten HIDDEN CAMS (Y2) into the ENDS (A2 and B2)
and DRAWER BRACES (M65).
Arrow
Y2
(10 used)
Y2
Arrow
A2
B2
M65
M65
M65
M65

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Z2
å Turn ten CAM SCREWS (Z2) into the FRONT LEGS (G
and H) and DRAWER FRONTS (J2 and O2).
G
H
O2
O2
O2
J2
(10 used)

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Remember:
Rihty tihty.
Lefty loosey.
å Fasten the REAR LEGS (I) to the ENDS (A2 and B2). Use
six BLACK 2-1/4" FLAT HEAD SCREWS (MM).
A2
B2
I
I
Surface
without
TWIST
-
LOCK®
FASTENERS
Surface
without
TWIST
-
LOCK®
FASTENERS
Anled ede
BLACK 2-1/4" FLAT HEAD SCREW
(6 used in this step)
MM
Ede with
TWIST-LOCK®
FASTENERS
Ede with
TWIST-LOCK®
FASTENERS

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å Turn four BLACK 9/16" FLAT HEAD SCREWS (QQ) into
the ENDS (A2 and B2) until the shoulders of the SCREWS
rest on the surfaces of the ENDS.
å Slide the END MOLDINGS (M73) onto the ENDS (A2
and B2). Line up the rooves in the MOLDINGS over the
heads of the SCREWS in the ENDS.
A2
B2 M73
M73
Apply pressure with your hands
as you uide the MOLDINGS over
the SCREWS and onto the ENDS.
These edes
should be even.
These edes
should be even.
Shoulder
BLACK 9/16" FLAT HEAD SCREW
(4 used in this step)
QQ

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å NOTE: Carefully turn your ENDS (A2 and B2) over.
å Fasten the FRONT LEGS (G and H) to the
ENDS (A2 and B2). Tihten six HIDDEN CAMS. 1
2
A2
B2
H
G
Surface
with
TWIST
-
LOCK®
FASTENERS
Surface
with
TWIST
-
LOCK®
FASTENERS
Anled ede
These surfaces
should be even.
These surfaces
should be even.
Anled ede

Step 7
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å Fasten the UNIVERSAL CABINET RAILS* (40DA) to the
ENDS (A2 and B2). Use sixteen GOLD 5/16" FLAT HEAD
SCREWS (TT) throuh holes #1 and #4.
å *patent pendin lide system
GOLD 5/16" FLAT HEAD SCREW
(16 used in this step)
TT
3
2
1
1
2
3
4
4
Glide end
Glide end
A2
B2
H
G
1
2
3
41
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
3
2
1
4
3
2
1
4
3
2
1
4
Surface
with
TWIST
-
LOCK®
FASTENERS
Surface
with
TWIST
-
LOCK®
FASTENERS

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Do not stand the unit upriht without the
BACK fastened. The unit may collapse.
Caution
å Fasten the LEFT END (B2) to the TOP (C2). Tihten
two TWIST-LOCK® FASTENERS.
Dowel end
How to use the SAUDER TWIST-LOCK®FASTENER
1. Insert the dowel end of the FASTENER into the hole of the
adjoinin part.
NOTE: The dowel end of the FASTENER must remain fully
inserted in the hole of the adjoinin part while lockin
the FASTENER.
2. Tihten the FASTENER with a Phillips screwdriver as tiht
as possible.
B2
C2
Finished ede
Surface
with holes
H
This hole
must be here.
Surface with
TWIST-LOCK®
FASTENERS

å Fasten four METAL BRACKETS (AA) to the BACK (E). Use four BLACK 9/16" LARGE HEAD SCREWS (PP).
å NOTE: Be sure the METAL BRACKETS are even with the ede of the BACK.
å Fasten the BACK (E) to the LEFT END (B2). Use two BLACK 9/16" LARGE HEAD SCREWS (PP) throuh the METAL
BRACKETS on the BACK and into the LEFT END.
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B2
E
E
The six holes on
other surface should
be located here.
AA
AA
BLACK 9/16" LARGE HEAD SCREW
(6 used in this step)
PP
Surface with
METAL BRACKETS

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å Insert a METAL PIN (EE) into the hole in each short ede
of the BOTTOMS (D).
å Fasten the BOTTOMS (D) to the LEFT END (B2). Tihten
two TWIST-LOCK® FASTENERS.
å NOTE: Be sure the METAL PINS in the BOTTOMS insert
into the holes in the LEFT END.
Don't worry. It isn't
Rome. This can be built
in a day.
D
D
EE
EE
Surface without
TWIST-LOCK®
FASTENERS
Surface without
TWIST-LOCK®
FASTENERS
Finished ede
Finished ede
B2

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å Fasten the RIGHT END (A2) to the TOP (C2) and BOTTOMS (D). Tihten four
TWIST-LOCK® FASTENERS.
å NOTE: Be sure the METAL PINS in the BOTTOMS insert into the holes
in the RIGHT END.
å Fasten the RIGHT END (A2) to the BACK (E). Use two BLACK 9/16" LARGE HEAD
SCREWS (PP) throuh the METAL BRACKETS on the BACK and into the RIGHT END.
D
D
C2
A2
E
Surface without
TWIST-LOCK®
FASTENERS
G
BLACK 9/16" LARGE HEAD SCREW
(2 used in this step)
PP

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å Carefully turn your unit over onto its front edes. Lay the LARGE
BACK (VV) over your unit.
å Fasten the bottom ede of the LARGE BACK (VV) to the
BACK (E). Use six BLACK 9/16" LARGE HEAD SCREWS (PP).
å Fasten the top and side edes of the LARGE BACK (VV) to your
unit usin the NAILS (UU).
å NOTE: A perforation has been provided for access throuh the
LARGE BACK.
E
Printed
information
must be
facin up.
NAIL
(16 used in this step)
UU
VV
BLACK 9/16" LARGE HEAD SCREW
(6 used in this step)
PP
The perforation
should be here.
Do not stand the unit upriht without the
BACK fastened. The unit may collapse.
Caution

Step 13
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å Insert the LARGE DRAWER SIDES (D132 and D138)
at an angle into the slot at each end of the LARGE
DRAWER FRONT (O2).
å Slide the DRAWER BOTTOM (D983) into the grooves
in the LARGE DRAWER SIDES (D132 and D138) and
LARGE DRAWER FRONT (O2).
å Fasten the DRAWER BRACE (M65) to the LARGE
DRAWER FRONT (O2). Tighten one HIDDEN CAM.
å Fasten the LARGE DRAWER BACK (D175) to the LARGE
DRAWER SIDES (D132 and D138) and DRAWER
BRACE (M65). Use five BLACK 1-9/16" FLAT HEAD
SCREWS (30S). Repeat this step for the other large drawers.
The smaller drawer will use DRAWER FRONT (J2), DRAWER
SIDES (D10 and D11), and DRAWER BACK (D174).
The tabs should insert freely into the
slots. Gently tilt the DRAWER SIDES side
to side until the tabs slip into the slots.
Surface with
HIDDEN CAM
12
34
Be sure the DRAWER
BOTTOM inserts into the
DRAWER FRONT roove.
With the palm of your hand, tap the
DRAWER BOTTOM down into the roove.
Groove
O2
M65
VIEW THE T-LOCK BOX VIDEO
D138
D132
D138
D983
D132
D132
D138
D175
Unfinished
surface
O2
O2
Start each screw a few turns before
completely tihtenin any of them.
BLACK 1-9/16" FLAT HEAD SCREW
(20 used in this step)
30S
M65
1
2
Be sure the
DRAWER
BOTTOM
inserts into
the DRAWER
BACK roove.

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å Insert a SLIDE CAM (DD) into the LARGE DRAWER SIDES (D132 and D138).
å Fasten a DRAWER RIGHT (40DC) to the LARGE RIGHT DRAWER SIDE (D132) and a DRAWER LEFT (40DD) to the LARGE
LEFT DRAWER SIDE (D138). Use four GOLD 5/16" FLAT HEAD SCREWS (TT) throuh holes #1 and #2.
å NOTE: The parts are marked "DRAWER RIGHT" and "DRAWER LEFT" for easy identification.
å NOTE: The lides are not intended to rotate.
å NOTE: The screw head in the CAM must be visible throuh the slotted hole in the SLIDE.
å Repeat this step for the other drawers.
1
2
1
2
GOLD 5/16" FLAT HEAD SCREW
(16 used in this step)
TT
(4 screws per drawer)
Glide end
Glide end
D138
D132
Screw head - turn CAM to line up holes in
the SLIDES with holes in DRAWER SIDES
DD
DD

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å Fasten three KNOBS (BB) to the DRAWER FRONT (J2). Use
three BLACK 1-1/8" MACHINE SCREWS (NN).
å Fasten two PULLS (FF) to the LARGE DRAWER FRONT (O2).
Use four SILVER 3/4" MACHINE SCREWS (OO).
å Repeat this step for the other lare drawers.
FF
BB
BLACK 1-1/8" MACHINE SCREW
(3 used for the KNOBS)
NN
SILVER 3/4" MACHINE SCREW
(12 used for the PULLS)
OO
O2
J2
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60M
61M
BLACK 9/16" LARGE HEAD SCREW
(1 used in this step)
PP
13M
å Carefully stand your unit upriht.
å Position your unit in its final location. We recommend usin the SAFETY STRAP (60M) for added stability.
å NOTE: Do not turn the SAFETY DRYWALL ANCHOR (61M) into a wall stud. If you prefer to fasten the SAFETY
STRAP (60M) to a wall stud, o to your local hardware store for proper hardware.
å INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS: (Also available at www.yl-anchors.com)
1. Insert the SAFETY DRYWALL ANCHOR (61M) throuh the WASHER (13M) and one end of the SAFETY STRAP (60M).
2. Usin a Phillips screwdriver or a hand drill, press the screw slihtly onto the drywall.
3. Apply pressure; turn the screw until a pilot hole is made and the nylon sheath slips throuh.
4. Turn the screw until it is flush aainst the wall and you feel a firm resistance.
5. Continue to turn until the screw starts spinnin freely.
å Carefully cut out the perforated hole in the LARGE BACK (F). Insert the other end of the SAFETY STRAP (60M) throuh
this hole, then use a BLACK 9/16" LARGE HEAD SCREW (PP) throuh the SAFETY STRAP and into the pre-drilled hole in
the underside of the TOP.
å NOTE: Before movin your unit to a dierent location, unscrew the SAFETY DRYWALL ANCHOR (61M) from your wall.
The nylon sheath will remain behind your wall.
F