Whalen Laminate 44" High Console User manual

THIS INSTRUCTION BOOKLET CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
PLEASE READ AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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Laminate 44" High Console
Model # AVH-1
ADULT ASSEMBLY REQUIRED
If you have any questions regarding assembly or if you are missing parts, do not return this
item to the store where it was purchased. Please call our customer service number and have
your instructions and parts list ready to provide the model name, part name or factory number:
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Pacific Standard Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday
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MANUFACTURER: Whalen Furniture Mfg., Inc.
CATALOG: Laminate 44" High Console (AVH-1)
DATE OF MANUFACTURE: March 2014
MADE IN CHINA
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 below.
1. TO ADJUST DOOR FORWARD OR BACKWARD.
2. TO ADJUST DOOR TO RIGHT OR TO LEFT.
3. TO ADJUST DOOR UP OR DOWN.
MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED WEIGHT LOADS
MAXIMUM LOAD 50 lb. (22.7 kg)
FITS UP TO MOST 50” FLAT PANEL TVs
MAXIMUM LOAD 135 lb. (61.2 kg)
PLACE TV BEHIND STOPPER
THIS UNIT IS NOT INTENDED FOR USE WITH CRT TVS. USE ONLY WITH
FLAT PANEL TVS AND AUDIO/VIDEO EQUIPMENT MEETING RECOMMENDED SIZE AND
WEIGHT LIMITS. NEVER USE WITH LARGER/HEAVIER THAN RECOMMENDED FLAT PANEL
TVS OR EQUIPMENT. TO AVOID INSTABILITY, PLACE FLAT PANEL TV IN THE CENTRE OF
THE UNIT; DO NOT ALLOW TV TO OVERHANG UNIT IN ANY DIMENSION. IMPROPERLY
POSITIONED FLAT PANEL TVS, OR FLAT PANEL TVS OR OTHER EQUIPMENT THAT EXCEED
RECOMMENDED SIZE AND WEIGHT LIMITS COULD FALL OFF OR BREAK THE UNIT,
CAUSING POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY.

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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 4 & 5 of this instruction
manual.
NOTE: IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO USE GLUE WITH DOWELS. EXCESS GLUE CAN
BE WIPED OFF WITH DAMP CLOTH.
Insert Dowels at least half way by tapping lightly with a rubber mallet, IF NECESSARY.
CAM LOCK SYSTEM OPERATION
HOW THE KNOCK DOWN (KD) ASSEMBLY SYSTEM WORKS
1. Screw the Cam Bolt into the threaded insert on the panel.
2. Insert the Cam Lock into the pre-drilled hole on the panel.
3. Make sure the Cam Lock pointed arrow is pointed towards the entry of the Cam Bolt.
4. Connect both panels together; making sure Cam Bolt goes into pre-drilled hole on the
end of panel with Cam Lock.
5. Once the Cam Bolt is connected inside the Cam Lock, take a Phillips screwdriver and
tighten the Cam Lock clockwise.
You are now ready to assemble the KD unit.

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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 (1) B- Left Side Panel (1)
C- Right Side Panel (1) D- Bottom Panel (1)
E- Front Upper Stretcher (1) F- Front Bottom Stretcher (1) G- Back Bottom Stretcher (1)
H- Divider Panel (1) I- Adjustable Shelf (2)
J- Center Support (1) K- Back Panel (2)
L- Left Door (1) M- Right Door (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) Wood Dowel
(22+1 extra) (22+1 extra) (21+1 extra)
(4) 3/4” Bolt (5) 2” Wood Screw (6) 3/4” Ring Shank Screw
(4+1 extra) (6+1 extra) (24+1 extra)
(7) #5 x 5/8” Wood Screw (8) Magnetic Catch (9) Shelf Pin
(4+1 extra) (2) (8+1 extra)
(10) Knob w/Bolt (2) (11) Cable Control (2) (12) Glue (1)
Touch-up Pen (1) Tipping Restraint Hardware Kit (2)
(Inside Plastic Bag)
Tools required: Phillips screwdriver, Rubber Mallet, and Hammer (not provided).

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Assembly Instructions
NOTE: Please do not fully tighten all bolts and screws until you finish assembling all parts.
Once assembled, go back and fully tighten all bolts and screws. This will make the assembly
easy.
1. Unpack the unit and confirm that you have all the hardware and required parts.
2. Place the Top Panel (A), Left & Right Side Panels (B & C), Bottom Panel (D) and Front
Bottom Stretcher (F) on a level and protective surface with the holes facing up. Securely
screw the Cam Bolts (2) into the designated small holes, as shown in detail #1. Make sure
the Cam Bolts are screwed straightly. Fully tighten with Phillips screwdriver.
Hardware required Sketch Qty.
(2) Cam Bolt (22)
Tools required: Phillips screwdriver

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Assembly Instructions
3. Using the pilot holes as a guide, attach 2 Magnetic Catches (8) to both sides of the Divider
Panel (H) with four 5/8” Wood Screws (7). Tighten the screws with a Phillips screwdriver.
Make certain the magnetic plates point towards the front of the unit. See detail #2.
4. Insert 2 Wood Dowels (3) into the large holes pre-drilled on the bottom edge of Divider
Panel (H) as a guide. Tap in with a rubber mallet, if necessary. Make sure that you use a
small amount of glue on both ends of all dowels.
5. Align and attach the Divider Panel (H) to the Bottom Panel (D) using two 2” Wood Screws (5)
as shown in detail #2A. Make sure the magnetic plates face the front of the unit (the side
with cutouts is front). Securely tighten with a Phillips screwdriver.
6. Tightly screw the Center Support (J) into the threaded insert on the Bottom Panel (D). See
detail #2A.
Hardware required Sketch Qty.
(3) Wood Dowel (2)
(5) 2” Wood Screw (2)
(7) 5/8” Wood Screw (4)
(8)MagnetCatch (2)
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Assembly Instructions
7. Insert 2 Wood Dowels (3) into the front end holes and 3 Cam Locks (1) into the side holes of
the Bottom Panel (D). DO NOT put dowels in the Cam Bolt holes. Make sure the pointed
arrow on the Cam Lock is facing out and pointing towards the entry of Cam Bolt.
8. Align and attach Front Bottom Stretcher (F) to the Bottom Panel (D) making sure the top
edges are flush with each other. Once the Cam Bolt is connected inside the Cam Lock, turn
the Cam Locks clockwise until they are tight. See detail #3.
9. Pick up Back Bottom Stretcher (G) and attach to the Bottom Panel (D) by using one Cam
Lock (1) and 2 Wood Dowels (3). Make sure the Cam Lock face inward. See detail #3.
*It is very important to use a small amount of glue on both ends of dowels.
Hardware required Sketch Qty.
(1)CamLock (4)
(3) Wood Dowel (4)
Tools required: Phillips screwdriver

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Assembly Instructions
10.Insert 3 Wood Dowels (3) into the end holes and 4 Cam Locks (1) into the side holes on the
right of assembled base as shown in detail #4. Make sure the Cam Locks are oriented
properly.
11.Align and attach the Right Side Panel (C) to the Base by engaging all the Cam Locks (1)
(Refer to page #3 on Cam lock system operation supplement). See detail #4.
12.Attach Front Upper Stretcher (E) to the Right Side Panel (C) using a Cam Lock (1). Make
sure the Cam Lock points towards inside of unit. As shown in detail #4A.
13.Repeat the same process to attach the Left Side Panel (B).
14.Now, secure the Bottom Panel (D) to the Side Panels (B & C) by inserting and screwing four
2” Wood Screws (5) into the drilled holes at front side of the Bottom Panel. Securely tighten
with a Phillips screwdriver. See detail #4.

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Assembly Instructions
15.Stand the unit upright.
16.Insert 9 Wood Dowels (3) into the top holes and 8 Cam Locks (1) into the side holes of the
last assembly. As shown in detail #5. DO NOT put dowels in the Cam Bolt holes.
17.Ask for assistance to position the Top Panel (A) in place. Make sure that all Cam Bolts are
connected inside Cam Locks simultaneously. Tighten all Cam Locks clockwise with a
Phillips screwdriver. See detail #5.
Hardware required Sketch Qty.
(1) Cam Lock (8)
(3) Wood Dowel (9)
Tools required: Phillips screwdriver