Whalen WSF48MS26GAO User manual

THIS INSTRUCTION BOOKLET CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
PLEASE READ AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Date 2019-06-25 Rev. 0001-A
Millstead 48in Fireplace Console
Model # WSF48MS26GAO
# WSF48MS26WW
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]
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 and 4 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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FINAL
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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- Fixed Shelf (Qty. 1) C- Bottom Panel (Qty. 1)
D- Left Side Panel (Qty. 1) E- Right Side Panel (Qty. 1) F- Left Partition Panel (Qty. 1)
G- Right Partition Panel (Qty. 1) H- Middle Crossbar (Qty. 1) I- Middle Left Stile (Qty. 1)
J- Middle Right Stile (Qty. 1) K- Base Front Molding (Qty. 1) L- Base Front Stretcher (Qty. 1)
M- Base Rear Stretcher (Qty. 1) N- Adjustable Shelf (Qty. 4) O- Firebox Support (Qty. 1)
P- Door (Qty. 2) Q- Middle Back Panel (Qty. 1) R- Left Back Panel (Qty. 1)
S- Right Back Panel (Qty. 1) T- Glass Door Insert (Qty. 2) U- Mesh Trim (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.
V- Wood Door Insert (Qty. 2) Fireplace Insert (Qty. 1) Remote Control with Battery (Qty. 1)
(Pre-attached)
(1) Cam Lock (2) Cam Bolt (3) M8 x 30 mm Wood Dowel
(Qty. 32+1 extra) (Qty. 32+1 extra) (Qty. 37+1 extra)
(4) M3.5 x 12 mm Screw (5) M3.5 x 15 mm Washer Head Screw (6) M4 x 38 mm Screw (7) M3.5 x 15 mm Pan Head Screw
(Qty. 20+1 extra) (Qty. 34+1 extra) (Qty. 12+1 extra) (Qty. 8+1 extra)
(8) M4 x 50 mm Screw (9) Mending Plate (10) L-shaped Metal Bracket (11) Handle
(Qty. 4+1 extra) (Qty. 2) (Qty. 2) (Qty. 2)
(12) 5/32’’ x 22 mm Bolt (13) Shelf Support (14) Acrylic Stopper (15) Cam Cover
(Qty. 4+1 extra) (Qty. 16+1 extra) (Qty. 1) (Qty. 8+1 extra)
(16) Rubber Bumper Glue Touch-up Pen Tipping Restraint Hardware Kit (Qty. 2)
(Qty. 4+1 extra) (Qty. 1) (Qty. 1) (Included in plastic bag)
Tools required (not included): Phillips screwdriver, stud finder, pencil, tape measure, power drill and 1/8 in
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 the Cam Bolts (2) into the designated small holes on the Fixed Shelf (B), Bottom Panel (C)
and Partition Panels (F and G) with a Phillips screwdriver.
NOTE: Screw-in cam bolts must be screwed down flush.
3. Insert two Wood Dowels (3) into the inner holes on the long edge of Middle Crossbar (H) and each
Partition Stile (I and J). Make sure that you use a small amount of glue with both ends of all dowels.
NOTE: It is very important to use a small amount of glue on both ends of dowels.
B
F
G
2
C
3
3
3
3
3
3
H
I
J

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Assembly Instructions
4. Align and attach the Middle Crossbar (H) to the Fixed Shelf (B) by engaging three Cam Locks (1) (Refer
to page 2 on Cam Lock system operation supplement).
5. Align and attach the Middle Left Stile (I) to the Left Partition Panel (F) by engaging two Cam Locks (1).
B
H
1
1
1
F
I
1
1

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Assembly Instructions
6. Align and attach the Middle Right Stile (J) to the Right Partition Panel (G) by engaging two Cam Locks
(1).
7. Glue the Wood Dowels (3) into the inner holes of Fixed Shelf (B), Bottom Panel (C), Partition Panels (F
and G), Base Front Stretcher (L) and Base Rear Stretcher (M) as shown.
NOTE: Do Not Insert the wood dowels into the cam bolts holes
G
J
1
1
FGB
3
3
3
33
3
3
3
3
33
3
C
3
3
3
3
M
L
3
3
3
3
3
3
3

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Assembly Instructions
8. Attach the Fixed Shelf (B) beween the Partition Panels (F and G) by engaging four Cam Locks (1).
9. Align and attach the Base Front Stretcher (L) to the Bottom Panel (C) with four Cam Locks (1).
F
G
B
1
BF/G
C
L
C
1

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Assembly Instructions
10. Align and attach the Base Rear Stretcher (M) to the Bottom Panel (C) with three Cam Locks (1).
11. Using the wood dowels as a guide, firmly press the assembled Partition Panels (F and G) to the Bottom
Panel (C) and fasten them in place with four 50 mm Screws (8). Fully tighten the screws with a Phillips
screwdriver.
C
1
M
C
B
F
G
L
C
8
8
8
8

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Assembly Instructions
12. Securely screw the Cam Bolts (2) into the designated small holes on the Top Panel (A) and Side Panels (D
and E) with a Phillips screwdriver.
13. Glue the Wood Dowels (3) into the inner holes on both Side Panels (D and E) and the Base Front Molding
(K) as shown.
A
D
E
2
K
D
E
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3

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Assembly Instructions
14. Align the large holes on the Left Side Panel (D) with the inserted Wood Dowels (3) on the assembled base.
Firmly press them together and fasten it in place by engaging three Cam Locks (1).
15. Repeat the same procedure to attach the Right Side Panel (E) at the other end.
16. Fasten the Base Front Stretcher (L) to both Side Panels (D and E) with four 38 mm Screws (6).
B
F
G
C
D
E
1
C
D/
E
B
C
D
E
6
6
L

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Assembly Instructions
17. Attach the Base Front Molding (K) to the Base Front Stretcher (L) by using eight 38 mm Screws (6).
18. Place the Top Panel (A) onto the inserted Wood Dowels (3) properly and fasten it in place by engaging
eight Cam Locks (1).
C
D
E
K
6
6
6
6
L
A
D
C
B
E
1

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Assembly Instructions
19. Ask for assistance to flip the unit around at its front edge as shown.
20. With the pilot holes as a guide, fasten the Middle Crossbar (H) to the Middle Stiles (I and J) by attaching
two Mending Plates (9) at the joints, using two 12 mm Screws (4) per plate.
21. 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.
22. Pick up the Middle Back Panel (Q) and align the pre-drilled holes against the upper long edge with the
pilot holes on the back rail of Top Panel (A). Attach the Middle Back Panel (Q) in place with provided 15 mm
Washer Head Screws (5).
23. Using the pilot holes as a guide, align and attach the Side Back Panels (R and S)) to the mantel frame with
the provided 15 mm Washer Head Screws (5).
NOTE: We recommend attaching back panel with washer head screws at the corners first.
H
I
A
B
E
D
C
4
9
Q/R/S
C
Q
R
S
7
E

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Assembly Instructions
24. Ask for assistance to lift the assembly unit upright and position it near the final location.
25. Insert eight Shelf Supports (13) into the holes at the desired height inside each side compartment. Make
sure you place four shelf supports in the same level, so the shelf is not tilted. Tilt and rest the Adjustable
Shelves (N) onto the Shelf Supports (13) and secure them into place with 12 mm Flat Head Screws (4).
26. Pick up one Door (P) and attach the extended hinge arms to the hinge bases installed on the Right Side
Panel (E). Please follow the steps below to combine the door hinges together.
a). Extend both hinge arms of the Door (P) to open position.
b). Locate the lugs on the mounting plates pre-attached on the Right Side Panel (E) into the “J” hooks
beneath the hinge arms.
c) Press lightly on the end of both hinge arms to engage the catch.
d) To remove the hinge arms from the mounting plates, press gently in the release lever on the back of
hinge arms.
27. Repeat the same procedure to install the other Door (P) to the Left Side Panel (D).
28. 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 sticker on door for adjustment.
A
D
E
N
NN
NP
13
4
A
D
E
P
P
2
1

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Assembly Instructions
29. Open the doors and attach one Handle (11) to the front side of each Door (P) with two 22 mm Bolts (12).
NOTE: The doors are shipped with Wood Door Insert Panels (V). You can keep the doors as they are or
interchange with the Door Glass Insert (T) or Mesh Trims (U) depending on your configuration.
30. To change the configuration, loosen the screws on the inside of Doors (P) and rotate the clips to remove
the door insert panel. Replace with the desired panel or mesh trim, then rotate clips to secure the panel or
mesh trim within the door frame and tighten screws.
12
11 12
11
12
12
A
D
P
P
Wood panel
Glass panel
Mesh Trim
V
T
U
P

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Assembly Instructions
31. Plug Cam Lock Covers (15) onto the visible Cams Locks to conceal the cams.
32. Stick the Rubber Bumpers (16) on the outer corners of the Doors (P) where they meet the partition panels.
33. Lift the fireplace insert carefully into the back of the assembled mantel and center it in the opening. DO
NOT drag the insert across the Bottom Panel (C) as it may scratch the unit.
34. Use the pilot holes as a guide, fasten two L-shaped Metal Brackets (10) onto the Firebox Support (O) with
four 15 mm Pan Head Screws (7) Make sure that the right angle is flush with the short edge of Firebox
Support (O).
35. Use the pilot holes as a guide, fasten the Firebox Support (O) between the Partiton Panels (F and G) with
four 15 mm Pan Head Screws (7).
E
A
E
A
7
O
O
F
/G
7
O
10
C
A
D
15
16
16

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Assembly Instructions
NOTE: To prevent your TV from tipping, you must install the acrylic TV stopper if you place a flat
panel television on the top panel. Otherwise, skip to step 37.
36. Remove the paper backing from the Acrylic Stopper (14), then properly align the acrylic stopper into the
cut-out on the acrylic stopper template on the Top Panel (A). Press down on the acrylic stopper to help
adhesion.
37. At the back of the Top Panel (A), carefully grip the head of plastic tack with piers and, with a gentle
twisting motion, pull the tack loose out to remove the acrylic stopper template.
D
A
14

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Assembly Instructions
Tools required (not provided): Phillips screwdriver, stud finder, tape measure, pencil, power drill and 1/8’’ drill bit.
38. Ask for assistance to position the assemble fireplace at the desired location against a wall. If necessary,
adjust the pre-attached Floor Levelers at the bottom of the Base Front Molding (K) to correct the tilting
and level the doors.
39. Now, follow the instructions printed on the plastic bag containing the Tipping Restraint Hardware to
attach the tip-over restraints to the unit and the wall.
NOTE: The tipping restraint hardware included is for wooden stud wall construction. It must be
attached to a wall stud. Depending upon your wall construction, different anchor hardware maybe
required. Please contact your local hardware store for assistance. Young children can be seriously
injured by tipping furniture. You must install the tipping restraint hardware with the unit to prevent the
unit from tipping, causing any accidents or damage. The tipping restraints are intended only as a
deterrent, they are not a substitute for proper adult supervision. The tipping restraints are not earthquake
restraints. If you wish to add the extra security of earthquake restraints, they must be purchased and
installed separately.
40. Connect the fireplace to the power transformer. Follow the operating manual for the electric fireplace
insert to control your fireplace.
WARNING
Serious or fatal crushing injuries can occur from furniture
tip-over. To help prevent tip-over:
 Install tip-over restraint provided.
 Place heaviest items in the lowest drawers.
 Do not set TV’s or other heavy objects on top of this product, unless
the product is specifically designed to accommodate them.
 Never allow children to climb or hang on drawers, doors, or shelves.
 Never open more than one drawer at a time.
Use of tip-over restraints may only reduce, but not eliminate, the
risk of tip-over.

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Care and Maintenance
 Use a soft, clean cloth that will not scratch the surface when dusting.
 Use of furniture polishes is not necessary. Should you choose to use polishes, test first in an inconspicuous area.
 Using solvents of any kind on your furniture may damage the finish.
 Never use water to clean your furniture as it may cause damage to the finish.
 Always use coasters under beverage glasses and flowerpots.
 Liquid spills should be removed immediately. Using a soft, clean cloth, blot the spill gently. Avoid rubbing.
 Always use protective pads under hot dishes and plates. Heat can cause chemical changes that may create
spotting within the furniture finish.
 Stains or marks from crayons or ink markers will be difficult to remove.
 In the event that your furniture is stained or otherwise damaged during use, we recommend that you call a
professional to repair your furniture.
 Check bolts/screws periodically and tighten them if necessary.
WARNING
Please use your furniture correctly and safely. Improper use can cause safety hazards, or damage to
your furniture or household items. Carefully read the following safety information.
This unit is not intended for use with CRT TVs. The top surface maximum weight capacity is 135 lbs. (61.2 kg) and
maximum load 60 in. (152.4 cm) diagonal flat-panel TV. The shelf maximum recommended weight allowance
is 50 lbs. (22.7 kg). Use with heavier televisions may result in instability causing tip over resulting in death or
serious injury.
Death or serious injury may occur when children climb on audio and/or video equipment furniture. A remote
control or toys placed on the furnishing may encourage a child to climb on the furnishing and as a result may tip
over onto the child.
NEVER allow children to climb or play with the TV or furnishing supporting the TV.
NEVER place toys, food, remote, etc. on top of the TV or TV furnishing.
ALWAYS use either the safety hardware as instructed or other wall anchoring device.
Relocating audio and/or video equipment to furniture not specifically designed to support audio and/or video
equipment may result in death or serious injury due to furniture collapse or over turning onto a child.
NEVER place a TV on furniture that is not intended to support a TV.
NEVER exceed the maximum size and weight of the TV shown in the instructions.
Be sure to refer to the TV warning label as shown in the instructions.
Overloading drawers and shelves may result in furniture that can break or sag, or tip-over which may result in
injury.
NEVER exceed the weight limits shown in the instructions.
Place the heavier items on lower shelves as far back from the front as possible.
Load the bottom surfaces first to avoid top-heavy furniture.
Moving furniture that is not designed to be moved or equipped with casters may result in injury or damage to
furnishings or personal property.
ALWAYS unload shelves and drawers, starting with the top surfaces, before moving.
NEVER push or pull furniture on carpet. Have a friend help lift properly to move and/or reposition it.
The stand is not meant as a seat and no one should be sitting or standing on the stand.
Clean the metal trim using a soft cloth, slightly dampened with citrus oil-based product and buff with a clean soft
cloth. DO NOT use brass polish or household cleaners as these products will damage the metal trim. Citrus
oil-based products can be obtained at supermarkets or hardware stores.

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MANUFACTURER: Whalen Furniture Manufacturing
CATALOG: Millstead 48in Fireplace Console
MODEL #: WSF48MS26GAO / WSF48MS26WW
MADE IN VIETNAM
QUALITY GUARANTEE
We are confident that you will be delighted with your Whalen Furniture purchase.
Should this product be defective in workmanship or materials or fail under normal use, we will repair or replace
it for up to one (1) year from date of purchase. Every Whalen Furniture product is designed to meet your highest
expectations. We guarantee that you will immediately see the value of our fine furniture.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state or
province to province
Whalen Furniture Manufacturing,
1578 Air Wing Road
San Diego CA, 92154 USA
Customer Service: 1-866-942-5362
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., PST, Monday to Friday
www.whalenfurniture.com
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
PLACE TV BEHIND THE STOPPER
FITS UP TO MOST 152.4 cm / 60 in.
DIAGONAL FLAT PANEL TVS
MAXIMUM LOAD 61.2 KG / 135 LB
MAXIMUM LOAD 22.7 KG / 50 LB
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 CENTER OF THE UNIT; THE BASE OF THE
TELEVISION MUST BE ABLE TO REST ON THE SUPPORTING SURFACE OF THE UNIT WITHOUT
OVER-HANGING THE EDGES. IMPROPERLY POSITIONED FLAT PANEL TVS, OR FLAT PANEL TVS
INCLUDING OTHER EQUIPMENT THAT EXCEED RECOMMENDED SIZE AND WEIGHT LIMITS COULD
FALL OFF OR BREAK THE UNIT, CAUSING POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY. FOR USE WITH TELEVISIONS
WEIGHING 135 LBS (61.2 KG) OR LESS. USE WITH HEAVIER TELEVISIONS MAY RESULT IN INSTABILITY
CAUSING TIP OVER RESULTING IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY