Whalen Z BEAM WSZB1848-5BW-2 User manual

THIS INSTRUCTION BOOKLET CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
PLEASE READ AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Date: 2017-01-20 Rev. 2
Whalen Furniture Manufacturing Factory # HAIOFF
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ITM./ART. 420424&420825
MODEL# WSZB1848-5BW-2&WS1848ZL
Assembly Instructions
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1. Please read instructions prior to assembly.
2. Verify that there are no missing parts.
3. Keep instructions for future reference.
4. Recommend to use 2 people for assembly.
5. Gently set parts on a flat, smooth surface.
6. For indoor use.

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Parts List
Please read completely through the instructions and verify that all parts listed are present before beginning assembly.
PART# PART DESCRIPTION QUANTITY
A- Angle Post
8
B- Long Z-beam 10
C- Short Z-beam 10
D- Shelf Deck 5
E- Post Cap 8
F- Post Insert
4
G- Post Clip 2

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ATTENTION
Storage Rack is not recommended for outdoor use.
1. Use some type of lubricant to ease the joining of the angle posts and beams.
2. Use a cloth or wood block to protect the surface finish of the product when using a hammer.
3. Rivets must seat at the bottom of the keyhole slot. Hit the flat section of Z beam.
4. Assemble the unit on a sturdy and level surface. Avoid assembly on carpet.
5. Load small stable items on the top shelves, heavier and bulkier items should be stored on the lower shelves.
OPTION #1 STORAGE RACK
Note: To facilitate assembly we recommend having two persons assemble the unit. If you do not
understand these directions, or have any doubts about the safety of the installation, please call a
qualified contractor. We can assist you or give you directions, if you have any defective parts please
do not use, improper installation may result on damage or injury.
Assembly Steps
Start the End Assembly by joining a Short Z-beam (part
C) into the two bottom keyholes of an Angle Post (part
A). Install the Z-beam in the upright position, as shown
in the illustration. Drive the rivets to the bottom of the
keyhole by hitting the beam near the joint with a rubber
mallet to lock the pieces together.
Repeat last step to the second Angle Post (part A)
creating an End Assembly.
Assemble a Long Z-beam (part B) to the other two
bottom keyholes of the End Assembly. Assure all Z-
beams are assembled in the upright position. As shown
in the illustration. Hit the beam near the joint with a
rubber mallet to lock pieces together.
Note: Don’t hit too hard so you will not damage or
bend the beams.
Repeat last step to add an additional Long Z-beam, the
other Short Z-beam and two Angle Posts to the End
Assembly to create the Bottom Frame Assembly.
Note: Follow the order 1st through 5th as shown in
the illustration to facilitate the assembly. Hit the
beams near the joints to lock the pieces into place.
A
C
A
C
A
C
B
A
B
1
5
2
4
3
A
BC
st
nd
rd
th
th

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Now pick up a Short Z-beam (part C) and join into the
top two keyholes of the other 2 Angle Post (part A) to
create a Top End Assembly. Drive the rivets to the
bottom of the keyhole with a rubber mallet. Make sure
the flat edge of the Z-beam point up.
Repeat last step for the opposite side Top End
Assembly.
Before joining the Top End Assembly to the Bottom
Frame Assembly insert Post Inserts (part F) into the
Angle Posts (part A) on the Bottom Frame Assembly.
Proceed to assemble the Top End Assembly on to the
Post Insert (part F) as shown in the illustration.
Repeat last 2 step for the opposite Top End Assembly.
Add a Short Z-beam (part C) to mid section at the joint
by inserting the top rivet of the Z-beam into the bottom
keyhole of the Top End Assembly, and the bottom rivet
of the Z-beam into the top keyhole of the Bottom Frame
Assembly. Make sure all Z-beams in the upright position.
Drive the rivets to the bottom of the keyholes by hitting
the beam near the joints to lock pieces together.
Repeat last step to add an additional Short Z-beam
(part C) and two Long Z-beams (part B).
Proceed to add two additional Long Z-beams (part B) to
top two keyholes of the Angle Posts (part A) as shown in
the illustration. Install the Z-beams in the upright
position. Assure to have the rivets in the keyholes before
hitting the beams near the joints to lock the pieces
together.
A
A
C
C
F

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Assemble the remaining Long and Short Z-beams (part B
and C) to your desired location on the Angle Posts (part
A) to create two additional shelves as shown in the
illustration. Assure to install the Z-beams in the upright
position. Hit the beams near the joints to lock pieces
together.
Note: The posts are adjustable in 1-1/2" increment.
You can adjust the shelves at your desired height.
Now lay the Shelf Decks (part D) in between the Z-beams.
Insert the Post Caps (part E) on the top of the Angle Posts
(part A) as shown in the illustration.
Repeat step 1 and 2 to create a Bottom Frame Assembly.
Now insert two Short Z-beams and two Long Z-beams
(part C and B) to the top keyholes of the Angle Posts. Hit
the beams near the joints with a rubber mallet to lock
pieces together. As shown in the illustration.
Add two additional Short Z-beams and two Long Z-beams
(part C and B) to create a shelf at your desired level.
Assure all Z-beams are assembled in the upright position.
Now start the Add-On Unit by joining the first Short Z-
beam (part C) into the top two keyholes of the other two
Angle Posts (part A). The second Short Z-beam must be
assembled at the 7th and 8th keyholes from the bottom of
the Angle Posts. As shown in the illustration. Hit the beam
near the joints with a rubber mallet to lock pieces together.
Repeat for the opposite end assembly.
Z-beam
Shelf Deck
A
C
C
1
2
3
4
5
6
C
7th and 8th
keyhole