Whalen Huntingdon EC-HU48D User manual

THIS INSTRUCTION BOOKLET CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
PLEASE READ AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Date 2021-11-23 Rev. 0001-A
Huntingdon Desk
Model # EC-HU48D
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
instructions and parts list ready to provide the model name, part name or factory number:
1-866-942-5362
Pacific Standard Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday
Or visit our web site 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for product assistance at
www.whalenfurniture.com
Or e-mail your request to [e-mail]
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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 5 and 6 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.
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MANUFACTURER: Whalen Furniture Manufacturing
CATALOG: Huntingdon Desk
MODEL: EC-HU48D
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.
M A X I M U M R E C O M M E N D E D W E I G H T L O A D S
MAXIMUM LOAD 45.4 kg / 100 lb
THIS UNIT IS INTENDED ONLY FOR USE WITHIN THE MAXIMUM
WEIGHTS INDICATED. USE WITH LOAD HEAVIER THAN THE MAXIMUM WEIGHTS
INDICATED MAY RESULT IN INSTABILITY, CAUSING POSSIBLE INJURY.
MAXIMUM LOAD 22.7 kg / 50 lb
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FURNITURE TIPPING RESTRAINT
YOUNG CHILDREN MAY BE INJURED BY TIPPING FURNITURE AND YOU
MUST USE THIS TIPPING RESTRAINT TO ATTACH THIS UNIT TO THE WALL,
TO PREVENT ACCIDENTS AND/OR INJURIES.
THIS HARDWARE MUST BE PROPERLY INSTALLED (FOLLOW ALL
DIRECTIONS IN ORDER ON THIS INSTRUCTIONS), TO PROVIDE PROTECTION
AGAINST THE UNEXPECTED TIPPING OF FURNITURE DUE TO IMPROPER USE.
THIS PRODUCT IS ONLY A DETERRENT. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR
PROPER ADULT SUPERVISION. USE OF TIP-OVER RESTRAINTS MAY ONLY
REDUCE, BUT NOT ELIMINATE, THE RISK OF TIP-OVER.
SPECIAL NOTE
Please read the instruction sheets completely before assembly. Examine all packaging
material before discarding carton. Remove any remaining staples from the carton before
discarding. Remove all parts from carton and separate into groups as indicated on part
list. Please ensure all parts are included prior to assembly. Use of power tools to
complete assembly is not recommended.
Children have died from furniture tipover.
To reduce the risk of furniture tipover:
 ALWAYS install tipover restraint provided.
 NEVER put a TV on this product.
 NEVER allow children to stand, climb or hang
on drawers, doors, or shelves.
 NEVER open more than one drawer at a time.
 Place heaviest items in the lowest drawers.
Use of tip-over restraints may only reduce,
but not eliminate, the risk of tip-over.
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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- Top Panel (Qty. 1) B- Left Side Frame (Qty. 1)
C- Cabinet Left Side (Qty. 1) D- Cabinet Right Side (Qty. 1) E- Fixed Shelf (Qty. 1)
F- Bottom Panel (Qty. 1) G- Stretcher (Qty. 1) H- Modesty Panel (Qty. 1)
I- Cabinet Back Panel (Qty. 1) J- Adjustable Shelf (Qty. 1) K- Door (Qty. 1)

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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) Cam Lock (2) Cam Bolt (3) M8 x 30 mm Wood Dowel
(Qty. 34+1 extra) (Qty. 34+1 extra) (Qty. 36+1 extra)
(4) Door Stopper (5) M3 x 15 mm Screw (6) Door Hinge
(Qty. 1) (Qty. 2+1 extra) (Qty. 2)
(7) M3.5 x 15 mm Zinc Screw (8) Handle with Metal Plate (9) 5/32” x 28 mm Bolt
(Qty. 12+1 extra) (Qty. 1) (Qty. 2)
(10) Shelf Support (11) Cam Lock Cover Glue
(Qty. 4+1 extra) (Qty. 38+1 extra) (Qty. 1)
Tipping Restraint Hardware Kit (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
NOTE: Please do not fully tighten all bolts until you finish assembling all parts. Once assembled, go
back and fully tighten all bolts. This will make the assembly easier.
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 the Cam Bolts (2) into the designated small holes on the Cabinet Left and Right Sides
(C and D), Right Back Panel (I) and Stretcher (G) with a Phillips screwdriver.
NOTE: Screw-in cam bolts must be screwed down flush.
3. Glue the Wood Dowels (3) into the drilled holes on the Cabinet Left and Right Sides (C and D),
Cabinet Back Panel (I) and Stretcher (G).
NOTE: It is very important to use a small amount of glue on both ends of dowels.
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Assembly Instructions
4. Glue the Wood Dowels (3) into the drilled holes on the Left Side Frame (B), Modesty Panel (H), Fixed
Shelf (E) and Bottom Panel (F).
5. Using the pilot holes as a guide, fasten one Door Stopper (4) to the Fixed Shelf (E) using two 15 mm
Screws (5).
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Assembly Instructions
6. Attach the Stretcher (G) to the Bottom Panel (F) by engaging two Cam Locks (1). (Refer to page 2 on
Cam Lock system operation supplement).
7. Align and attach the Fixed Shelf (E) and Bottom Panel (F) to the Cabinet Back Panel (I) by engaging
four cam locks (1).
The top edges are flush
with each other
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The cam locks face the floor
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Assembly Instructions
8. Pick up the previous assembly and align the inserted wood dowels with the drilled holes on the Cabinet
Right Side (D), then press them together.Tighten them into place by engaging seven Cam Locks (1).
9. Repeat the same process to attach the Cabinet Left Side (C) at the opposite end.
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