Whalen XLDEC54-NV User manual

THIS INSTRUCTION BOOKLET CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
PLEASE READ AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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3-N-1TM TV Console with Drawer
Model # XLDEC54-NV
U.S. Patent 8,561,551
This item is designed to be a 3-in-1 configuration. Please choose the option that best suits your
needs. DO NOT discard any of the hardware or parts that you will not use on your chosen option.
This will allow you to use this TV Console in different configurations at a later date, if desired.
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 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
Or visit our web site 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for product assistance at
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DATE PURCHASED: / /

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MANUFACTURER: Whalen Furniture Mfg., Inc.
CATALOG: 3-N-1TM TV Console with Drawer (XLDEC54-NV)
DATE OF MANUFACTURE: November 2013
MADE IN CHINA
1. Please read the Assembly Instructions prior to assembling this product.
2. Remove all hardware from the box and sort by size.
3. Check to see that all hardware and parts are present BEFORE assembling.
4. Ask a friend to assist you with the assembly of this furniture.
5. To avoid damage, assemble the product on a sturdy, level and protective surface.
6. Please wait until all steps are completed before fully tightening Bolts.
7. Make sure all Bolts are tightly fastened before the unit is used.
MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED WEIGHT LOADS
FITS UP TO MOST 60” FLAT PANEL TVs
MAXIMUM LOAD 135 lb. (61.2 kg)
FITS UP TO MOST 60” FLAT PANEL TVs
WITHOUT SWIVELING BRACKET
MAXIMUM LOAD 135 lb. (61.2 kg)
MAXIMUM LOAD 50 lb. (22.6 kg)
GENERAL INFORMATION
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TIPS and TRICKS
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; CRT TVS, 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.
This product is sold with one set of Tipping Restraint Hardware Kit. You must install the
Tipping Restraint Hardware between the wall and the TV console to prevent any accidents or
damages. When properly installed, this restraint can provide protection against the unexpected
tipping of the unit due to small tremors, bumps or climbing. The restraint is only a deterrent
and is not a substitute for proper adult supervision. Use of tip-over restraints may only reduce,
but not eliminate, the risk of tip-over.
MAXIMUM LOAD 20 lb. (9 kg)

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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 Shelf Frame (1) B- Middle Shelf Frame (1) C- Bottom Shelf Frame (1)
D- Spine Assembly (1) E- Left Metal Leg (1) F- Right Metal Leg (1)
G- Left Leg Top Rail (1) H- Left Wood Leg (1) I- Right Leg Top Rail (1)
J- Right Wood Leg (1) K- Drawer Box (1) L- Top Glass (1)
M- Glass Shelf (1) N- Swiveling Bracket (1) O- Mounting Frame (1)
P- Monitor Bracket (2) Q- Cable Wheel (2) (1) Suction Cup (16+1 extra)

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Parts and Hardware List
(2) 1/2” Bolt (3) 3/4” Bolt (4) 1-1/8” Bolt (5) 2-1/2” Bolt
(4+1 extra) (20+1 extra) (10+1 extra) (1+1 extra)
(6) 1-1/2” Bolt (7) Lock Washer (8) Flat Washer (9) Flange Nut
(10+1 extra) (21+1 extra) (21+1 extra) (1+1 extra)
(10) Concrete Anchor (11) 2-1/2” Lag Bolt (12) Large Flat Washer (13) Spine End Cap
(4) (4) (4+1 extra) (1)
(14) Handle and Bolts M4 Allen Wrench Touch-up Pen Tipping Restraint Hardware Kit (1)
(2) (2) (1) (Inside Plastic Bag)
TV Mounting Kit
M4 x 12 Bolt (4) M4 x 30 Bolt (4) M5 x 12 Bolt (4) M5 x 30 Bolt (4)
M6 x 12 Bolt (4) M6 x 35 Bolt (4) M8 x 16 Bolt (4) M8 x 40 Bolt (4)
M4 Lock Washer (4) M5 Lock Washer (4) M6 Lock Washer (4) M8 Lock Washer (4)
Large Spacer (4) Small Spacer (4) M4/M5 Flat Washer (8) M6/M8 Flat Washer (4)
Tools required: Allen Wrench (provided) and Phillips screwdriver (not provided).

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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.
2. Locate the Left Leg Top Rail (G) on a scratch free surface with the threaded inserts facing up,
as shown.
3. Align and attach Left Metal Leg (E) to the Left Leg Top Rail (G) using two 1-1/2” Bolts (6), as
shown. Make sure that the front edges are even with each other.
4. Fasten the Left Wood Leg (H) to the Left Metal Leg (E) with three 1-1/2” Bolts (6). As shown.
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H
1-1/2” Bolt
(5 used in this step)
⑥

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Assembly Instructions
5. Repeat the same procedure to assemble the Right Legs. As shown above.
1-1/2” Bolt
(5 used in this step)
⑥
6
6
6
J

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Assembly Instructions
6. Locate the Spine Assembly (D) and set the back face down on a scratch-free surface, as
shown above.
7. Fasten the Top Shelf Frame (A) to the Spine (D) by inserting two 3/4” Bolts (3) with Lock
Washers (7) and Flat Washers (8) through the “U” shape bracket and screw in place. Make
sure that the end brackets will face the bottom of the unit.
8. Fasten the Middle and Bottom Shelf Frames (B and C) to the Spine (D) using two 1-1/8” Bolts
(4) in each. Make sure that the inside corner brackets on the Middle Shelf Frame will face up
when the unit is turned upright.
Lock Washer
(2 used in this step)
⑦
Flat Washer
(2 used in this step)
⑧
3/4” Bolt
(2 used in this step)
③
1-1/8” Bolt
(4 used in this step)
④

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Assembly Instructions
9. Align and attach the assembled Metal Legs (E and F) to the Shelf Frames (A, B and C). As
shown above.
C
Lock Washer
(4 used in this step)
⑦
Flat Washer
(4 used in this step)
⑧
3/4” Bolt
(8 used in this step)
③
1-1/8” Bolt
(2 used in this step)
④

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Assembly Instructions
10.Insert the Drawer Box (K) between the Middle Shelf Frame (B) and the Bottom Shelf Frame (C)
with the drawer front facing up. Make sure the threaded inserts on the bottom of Drawer Box
(K) overlap the drilled holes on the Bottom Shelf Frame (C) properly.
11.Insert four 1-1/8” Bolts (4) with the Washers (7 and 8) through the drilled holes on the Bottom
Shelf Frame (C) and securely screw into the threaded inserts underneath the Drawer Box (K).
Lock Washer
(4 used in this step)
⑦
Flat Washer
(4 used in this step)
⑧
1-1/8” Bolt
(4 used in this step)
④
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Assembly Instructions
12.Stand the unit upright.
13.With the drawers open, remove the bolts in Handles (14), and then use the bolts to attach the
Handles to the outside of the utility drawers.
NOTE: If you need to remove the utility drawer, please pull the drawer all the way out, then
simultaneously push the plastic release lever of the ball bearing slide up on one side and
down on the other side, and then pull it completely out.
14.Go back and tighten all bolts with the enclosed Allen Wrench.
15.If necessary, adjust the pre-attached Floor Levelers at the bottom of both Metal Legs (E and F)
to level the unit.
If you choose the Table-top configuration,
continue to the next step.
If mounting the TV to the Floating Swivel
Mount, skip ahead to PAGE 16.
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Assembly Instructions for Table-top Console
16.At the back side of the Spine Assembly (D), unscrew the four bolts and the washers to remove
the Upper Spine. So that you can use the table top console configuration.
NOTE: Keep the Upper Spine and the fasteners at a proper place in case you will use the
floating swivel mount.

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Assembly Instructions for Table-top Console
17.Fasten the Top Shelf Frame (A) to the Lower Spine (D) by inserting one 2-1/2” Bolt (5) with
the Washers (7 and 8) through the drilled holes on the lower spine and securely screw into the
Flange Nut (9).
18.Plug the Spine End Cap (13) all the way into the top of the Lower Spine (D).
2-1/2” Bolt
(1 used in this step) ⑤
Flange Nut
(1 used in this step)
⑨
Spine End Cap
(1 used in this step)
⑬
Lock Washer
(1 used in this step)
⑦
Flat Washer
(1 used in this step)
⑧

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Assembly Instructions for Table-top Console
19.Attach 2 Cable Wheels (Q) to the backside of Lower Spine (D) with the 3/4” Bolts (3). Tighten
the bolts with the enclosed Allen Wrench.
NOTE: You can use the Cable Wheels to help keep your entertainment center’s cables and
cords organized.
3/4” Bolt
(4 used in this step)
③

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Assembly Instructions for Table-top Console
20.Put the Suction Cups (1) firmly into the top holes and inside metal tabs on the Shelf Frames (A
and B). As shown.
TIP: If a suction cup resists insertion, try pressing down on the middle of the cup with the Allen
Wrench while twisting it clockwise into the hole.
21.Place Glass Shelves (L and M), with the black side of glass down, onto the Suction Cups (1)
on shelf frames. Push all glass shelves all the way back against the Spine. Also, be sure to
press down evenly and firmly each glass onto the Suction Cups to make sure they securely
rest onto the Suction Cups.
NOTE: If a glass shelf is scratched, you can minimize the damage by using a BLACK marker
and filling in scratched area from underneath.
Suction Cup
(16 used in this step)
①
K

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Assembly Instructions for Table-top Console
Tools required: Allen Wrench (provided), Phillips screwdriver, Mallet, Power Drill, and 3/8” Drill Bit.
22.Position the assembled console at the desired location against a wall. Now, follow the
instructions printed on the plastic bag containing the Tipping Restraint Hardware to attach the
tip-over restraint to the Spine and the wall.
NOTE: YOU MUST USE THIS TIPPING RESTRAINT TO ATTACH THIS UNIT TO
THE WALL, TO PREVENT ACCIDENTS AND/OR INJURIES.
23.The console is now ready for use. Be sure to position your Flat Panel TV in the center of the
console.

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Assembly Instructions for Floating Swivel Mount
24.Fast the Swiveling Bracket (N) to the top of the Upper Spine (D) with six 3/4” Bolts (3) and
Washers (7 and 8). Make sure that the pivoting bolt head is up. Tighten the bolts with the
enclosed Allen Wrench.
NOTE: The Spine can provide four height options for your TV set. Refer to your TV size and
adjust the Swiveling Bracket at the desired height for optimum viewing.
Lock Washer
(6 used in this step)
⑦
Flat Washer
(6 used in this step)
⑧
3/4” Bolt
(6 used in this step)
③

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Assembly Instructions for Floating Swivel Mount
25.Hold and attach the flat side of the Mounting Frame (O) onto the Swiveling Bracket (N) with
four 1/2” Bolts (2) and Washers (7 and 8). Make sure that the recess holes on the Mounting
Frame are at the bottom.
Lock Washer
(4 used in this step)
⑦
Flat Washer
(4 used in this step)
⑧
1/2” Bolt
(4 used in this step)
②

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Mounting the Monitor Brackets to a Television with a Flat Back
NOTE: For televisions with a curved or recessed back, proceed directly to next page.
26.Determine the correct diameter of the bolt the TV requires by hand threading them into the
threaded inserts on the back of the TV. If you encounter any resistance, stop immediately. If
you are unable to find the correct bolt, consult a local hardware store.
27.Follow the appropriate diagram above to attach the Monitor Brackets (P) to the back of the TV
with the selected fasteners. Make sure the Monitor Brackets are centered and level with each
other. Secure the bolts with a Phillips screwdriver. DO NOT over tighten the bolts.
NOTE: Lean the TV up against a wall or other solid surface when attaching the Monitor
Brackets. DO NOT place the TV face down on the glass as this may cause permanent damage.

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Mounting the Monitor Brackets to a Television with a Curved/Recess Back
28.Determine the correct diameter of the bolt the TV requires by hand threading them into the
threaded insert on the back of the TV. If you encounter any resistance, stop immediately. If
you are unable to find the correct bolt consult a local hardware store.
29.Follow the appropriate diagram above to attach the Monitor Brackets (P) to the back of the TV
with the selected fasteners. Make sure the Monitor Brackets are vertically centered and level
with each other. Secure the bolts with a Phillips Screwdriver. DO NOT over tighten the bolts.
NOTE: Lean the TV up against a wall or other solid surface when attaching the Monitor
Brackets. DO NOT place the TV face down on the glass as this may cause permanent damage.

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Assembly Instructions for Floating Swivel Mount
MAKE SURE ALL BOLTS ARE TIGHT AND THE SPINE IS AT A 90 DEGREE ANGLE AND
VERIFY THE MOUNTING FRAME IS LEVEL, USING A QUALITY LEVEL, PRIOR TO
INSTALLATION OF TV.
30.Ask for assistance to lift the television up to hang the Monitor Brackets (P) onto the Mounting
Frame (O). Set the hooks on the Monitor Brackets over the Mounting Frame and then lower
them onto the bars of the Mounting Frame.
NOTE: Loosen the Lock Bolt that is pre-attached on the Monitor Brackets to ensure an easy fit
at the bottom hooks.
31.Center the television and tighten both Lock Bolts with a long Phillips screwdriver until they hit
the underside of the Mounting Frame (O) to secure it in place.
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