Whalen Houghton MNFP48HTN23HLAA User manual

THIS INSTRUCTION BOOKLET CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
PLEASE READ AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Date: 2023-05-26 Rev. 0001-A
Houghton 48” Fireplace Console
Model # MNFP48HTN23HLAA
ADULT ASSEMBLY REQUIRED
If you have any questions regarding assembly or if parts are missing, DO NOT return this item to the
store where it was purchased. Please call our toll-free customer service number and have your
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LOT NUMBER:
DATE PURCHASE
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IMPORTANT
Before you begin: Open, identify and count all parts prior to assembly. Lay out parts on a flat and
non-abrasive surface. You will need the parts identified on page 3,4 and 5 of this instruction manuals.
NOTE: IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO USE GLUE WITH THE DOWELS. EXCESS GLUE CAN BE
WIPED OFF WITH A DAMP CLOTH.
Insert dowel at least half way by tapping lightly with a rubber mallet (not included), IF NECESSARY.
CAM LOCK SYSTEM OPERATION
HOW THE KNOCK DOWN (KD) ASSEMBLY SYSTEM WORKS
1. Screw the Cam Bolt into the pre-drilled small holes on the panel. Connect both panels together; making sure
the Cam Bolt goes into the pre-drilled hole at the end of the panel with the Cam Lock.
2. Insert the Cam Lock into the pre-drilled large hole in the panel. Make sure the arrow on the Cam Lock is
pointed towards the Cam Bolt.
3. Once the Cam Bolt is connected inside the Cam Lock, take a Phillips screwdriver (not included) and
tighten the Cam Lock clockwise.
4. Plug the Cam Lock Cover into the cross slot of the Cam Locks to conceal the cam.
You are now ready to assemble the KD unit.
How to adjust the European adjustable hinges on doors
Shipping may cause doors to go out of alignment. If you find that the doors need to be adjusted slightly,
turn the appropriate screw, as illustrated.
1. TO ADJUST DOOR FORWARD OR BACKWARD.
2. TO ADJUST DOOR TO RIGHT OR TO LEFT.
3. TO ADJUST DOOR UP OR DOWN.
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1
3
FINAL
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GLUE
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Parts and Hardware List
Please read completely through the instructions and verify that all listed parts and hardware are present
before beginning assembly.
A- Heater (Qty. 1) B- Left Upright Arm (Qty. 1) C- Right Upright Arm (Qty. 1)
D-Connector Strap (Qty. 1) E- Ember Bed (Qty. 1) F- Left Log (Qty. 1)
G- Right Log (Qty. 1) H- Wall Panel (Qty. 1) I- Glass Screen (Qty. 1)
J- Remote Control with Battery K- Top Panel L- Media Shelf
(Qty. 1) (Qty. 1) (Qty. 1)
M- Bottom Panel N- Lower Side Panel O- Lower Left Partition
(Qty. 1) (Qty. 2) (Qty. 1)
P- Lower Right Partition Q- Upper Side Panel R- Upper Side Molding
(Qty. 1) (Qty. 2) (Qty. 2)

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Parts and Hardware List
Please read completely through the instructions and verify that all listed parts and hardware are present
before beginning assembly.
S- Upper Partition Panel (Qty. 1) T- Upper Partition Molding (Qty. 1) U- Top Reinforcement (Qty. 1)
V- Middle Crossbar W- Left Middle Trim X- Right Middle Trim
(Qty. 1) (Qty. 1) (Qty. 1)
Y- Front Skirting Z- Left Skirting A1- Right Skirting
(Qty. 1) (Qty. 1) (Qty. 1)
B1- Bottom Middle Stretcher C1- Rear Skirting D1- Left Door
(Qty. 1) (Qty. 1) (Qty. 1)
E1-Right Door F1- Adjustable Shelf G1- Upper Back Panel
(Qty. 1) (Qty. 2) (Qty. 1)
H1- Lower Back Panel I1- Firebox Support J1- Handle
(Qty. 2) (Qty. 1) (Qty. 2)

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Parts and Hardware List
Please read completely through the instructions and verify that all listed parts and hardware are present
before beginning assembly.
(1) M4 x 10 mm Insert Screw (2) Cam Lock (3) Cam Bolt
(Qty. 10+1 extra) (Qty. 57+2 extra) (Qty. 57+2 extra)
(4) M8 x 30 mm Wood Dowel (5) M3.5 x 12 mm Screw (6) M4 x 30 mm Screw
(Qty. 57+2 extra) (Qty. 4+1 extra) (Qty. 4+1 extra)
(7) M4 x 50 mm Screw (8) M3.5 x 15 mm Washer Head Screw (9) Mending Plate
(Qty. 6+1 extra) (Qty. 32+1 extra) (Qty. 2)
(10) 5/32” x 25 mm Bolt (11) M4 x 12 mm Pan Head Screw (12) L-Shaped Metal Bracket
(Qty. 4) (Qty. 8+1 extra) (Qty. 2)
(13) Shelf Support (14) Acrylic Stopper (15) Cam Lock Cover
(Qty. 8+1 extra) (Qty. 1) (Qty. 30+1 extra)
(16) Rubber Bumper Glue Touch-up Pen Tipping Restraint Hardware Kit (Qty. 2)
(Qty. 4+1 extra) (Qty. 2) (Qty. 1) (Included in plastic bag)
Tools required (not included): Phillips screwdriver, stud finder, pencil, tape measure, power drill
and 1/8” drill bit.

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Assembly Instructions
1. Unpack the unit and confirm that you have all the hardware and required parts. Assemble the unit on a
carpeted floor or the empty carton to avoid any scratch.
2. Securely screw 16 Cam Bolts (3) into the designated small holes on the Bottom Panel (M) and Skirting
Boards (Y, Z and A1) with a Phillips screwdriver.
NOTE: Screw-in cam bolts must be screwed down flush.
3. Glue 13 Wood Dowels (4) into the designated holes on the Skirting Boards (Y, Z, A1 and C1) and
Bottom Middle Stretcher (B1).
NOTE: It is very important to use a small amount of glue on both ends of dowels and wipe away the
excess glue immediately with a damp cloth.
3
M
YZA1
4
4
4
C1
4
4
4
4
4
4B1
4 4
Y
ZA1

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Assembly Instructions
4. Align and attach the Rear Skirting (C1) between the Side Skirtings (Z and A1) by engaging 2 Cam
Locks (2). (Refer to page 2 on Cam Lock system operation supplement).
5. Attach the Bottom Middle Stretcher (B1) to the Front Skirting (Y) by engaging one Cam Lock (2).
A1
Z
2
2
C1
The cam lock housings
face inward.
Y
B1
2

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Assembly Instructions
6. Attach the assembled Front Skirting (Y) to both Side Skirtings (Z and A1) with 2 Cam Locks (2).
7. Insert two 50 mm Screws (7) through the Rear Skirting (C1) and securely screw into the Bottom Middle
Stretcher (B1).
8. Align and attach the previous assembly to the Bottom Panel (M) by engaging 11 Cam Locks (2).
M
Z
A1
2
Y
C1
Floor leveler
7
2
YB1
C1
Z
A1

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Assembly Instructions
9. Securely screw 23 Cam Bolts (3) into the designated small holes on the Bottom Panel (M), Media Shelf
(L) and Lower Partition Panels (O and P) using a Phillips screwdriver.
10. Glue 16 Wood Dowels (4) into the designated inner holes on the Lower Side Panels (N) and Lower
Partition Panels (O and P) as shown.
3
M
L
P
O
4
4
4
P
O
N
N
4
4
4
4
4 4

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Assembly Instructions
11. Glue 10 Wood Dowels (4) into the inner holes on the Middle Crossbar (V) and Middle Trims (W and X).
12. Attach the Middle Trims (W and X) to the Lower Partition Panels (O and P) respectively with 4
Cam Locks (2).
4
V
W
X
4
4
4
4
4
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X
W
P
O
2

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7
7
7
7
O
P
M
Y
V
Assembly Instructions
13. Orient and attach the Middle Crossbar (V) between the Lower Partition Panels (O and P) by engaging 4
Cam Locks (2).
14. Align the wood dowels inserted under the previous assembly with the large holes on the Bottom Panel
(M), and then press them together. Insert four 50 mm Screws (7) through the mounting holes on the
Bottom Panel (M) and securely screw into the Lower Partition Panels (O and P).
P
O
V
2
Floor leveler
The cam lock housings face
inward and are located at top
Wood dowels
face upward.

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Assembly Instructions
15. Orient and attach the Lower Side Panels (N) to the Bottom Panel (M) by engaging 4 Cam Locks (2).
16. Position the Media Shelf (L) onto the inserted wood dowels on the previous assembly properly and
fasten them into place with 8 Cam Locks (2).
2
L
P
N
N
O
V
2
M
N
N
The hinge bases face inward and
are located at front side.

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Assembly Instructions
17. Ask for assiatance to lift the assembled unit upright and position it near the final location.
18. Attach the Middle Crossbar (V) to the Media Shelf (L) by engaging 3 Cam Locks (2).
19. Securely screw 18 Cam Bolts (3) into the designated small holes on the Top Panel (K), Media Shelf (L),
Upper Moldings (R and T) using a Phillips screwdriver.
V
L
2
3
L
K
T
R
R

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Assembly Instructions
20. Glue 18 Wood Dowels (4) into the inner holes on the Upper Side Panels (Q), Upper Partition Panel (S)
and Top Reinforcement (U).
21. Align and attach the Top Reinforcement (U) to the Top Panel (K) with four 30 mm Screws (6).
4
4
4
4
QQ
S
U
4
4
4
4
4
4
6U
K
6
6
6

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Assembly Instructions
22. Orient and attach the Upper Side Moldings (R) to the Upper Side Panels (Q) by engaging 4 Cam Locks
(2).
23. Combine the the Upper Partition Molding (T) with the Upper Partition Panel (S) together with 2 Cam
Locks (2).
24. Align and attach the assembled Upper Side Panels (Q) and Upper Partition Panel (S) to the Media Shelf
(L) by engaging 2 Cam Locks (2) in each.
2
Q
Q
S
L
QQ
S
T
RR
2
2
2
The moldings face inward and are
locate
d
at
the
front
The outer edges are even The outer edges are even

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Assembly Instructions
25. Ask for assistance to place the Top Panel (K) onto the inserted wood dowels on the vertical panels
properly and fasten it in place by engaging 6 Cam Locks (2).
26. Ask for assistance to flip around the previous assembly at its front edges.
27. Using the pilot holes as a guide, attach two Mending Plates (9) at the joints where the Middle Crossbar
(V) meets the Middle Trims (W and X), with two 12 mm Screws (5) per plate.
2
Q
Q
S
K
X
W
V
5
9

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Assembly Instructions
28. Now, go back and securely tighten all the cam locks and screws. Make sure that all the parts are tight
and there are no gaps between the parts. This will help keep the unit square.
29. Pick up the Upper Back Panel (G1) and align the pre-drilled holes against the upper long edge of the
pilot holes on the back of Top Panel (K). Fasten it in place with the provided Washer Head Screws (8).
30. Using the pilot holes as a guide, align and attach the Lower Back Panels (H1) to the mantel frame with
16 Washer Head Screws (8).
NOTE: We recommend attaching back panel with washer head screws at the corners first.
31. Attach one Handle (J1) to the front of each Door (D1 and E1) with two 25 mm Bolts (10).
8
H1
G1 H1
10
10
J1
D1/E1

18
K
N
E1
N
D1
1
2
1
2
Assembly Instructions
32. Lift the assembled unit upright and pick up the Left Door (D1) and attach the extended hinge arms to
the hinge bases installed on the Lower Left Side Panel (N). Loosen the bolt on the back of hinge base
for an easy fit.
33. Align and insert the “U” slot on hinge arm under the bolt head on the back of hinge base. Make sure that
both door hinges engage and function properly. Tighten the bolt on the hinge base to lock the hinges in place.
34. Repeat the same procedure to attach the Right Door (E1) to the Lower Right Side Panel (N).
35. Open and close the doors to make sure they are aligned and shut correctly. If necessary, adjust the
screws for a good fit. (Refer to the hinge adjustment tips on page 2).
36. Insert 4 Shelf Supports (13) into the holes at the desired height inside each side compartment. Make
sure you place the four Shelf Supports (13) at the same level to level the shelf.
37. Tilt and rest the Adjustable Shelves (F1) onto the Shelf Supports (13) properly.
Vertical
Adjustment
Horizontal
Adjustment
Depth
Adjustment
F1
13
13
F1
F1
K

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Assembly Instructions
38. Plug Cam Lock Covers (15) onto the visible Cams Locks to conceal the cams.
39. Stick the Rubber Bumpers (16) on the Lower Partition Panels (O and P) where the Doors (D1 and E1) are
in contact with.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Use hand screwdriver, not power driver to assemble fireplace insert. See BILT
for video instructions.
40. See figure A: Fasten upper 2 Insert Screws (1) through the Upright Arm (C) into the Heater (A) until
tight.
41. See figure B: Fasten lower 2 Insert Screws (1) into the Upright Arm (C) until tight.
42. Fully tighten all 4 Insert Screws (1) one final time.
43. Repeat the same process with Upright Arm (B).
WARNING: Do not lift or transport the heater by using the upright arms.
Figure A
15
16
16
K
Figure B
A
C
B
C
1
A
1
C
A
1

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Assembly Instructions
IMPORTANT: Carefully follow the 2 steps below for inserting each log.
44. Install Left Log (F) into left hole of Ember Bed (E) by inserting front edge of base of the log into front
notches of ember bed hole.
45. Then tilt the log back to insert the rear edge of the log base into rear notches of ember bed hole (press
down log firmly to lock into position).
46. Repeat the above process for the Right Log (G).
47. Set the Ember Bed (E) onto the Heater (A) as shown.
48. Push ember bed forward against the front flange of heater.
49. Position the USB cable as shown.
FG
F
E E
F
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E
A
E
E
A
USB cable