Whittier Wood Furniture McKenzie 2168AUF User manual

P.O. Box 2827
Eugene, OR 97402 USA
Production Code:
VN 11/12
McKenzie Media
Consoles
W/Notched Tops
Assembly Instructions
Model #
Congratulations!
This fine piece of furniture will make a gorgeous addition to
your home. For the best results, read the Assembly
Instructions and Finishing Hints before you begin your
project.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
•For normal household use only. Not recommended for
commercial use.
•Do not climb, sit or stand on this piece of furniture.
•Do not overload the drawers.
•Unload items before you move this unit.
•Before you load or move this unit, tighten all screws and
supports.
•Handle the glass plates with care. Glass is fragile.
•Before you begin your project, completely read the
Assembly Instructions and Finishing Hints.
•Store this item: 1- in its box; 2- in a dry place; 3- in
temperatures that range from 40°F to 90°F (not on a cold
and possibly damp cement floor).
•Periodically inspect your furniture for any loose glue
joints, screws or any other problem that might affect the
stability of your furniture. Tighten or repair as needed.
WARNING
Serious or fatal crushing injuries can occur from
furniture tip-over. To help prevent tip-over:
•Place heaviest items in the bottom drawers.
•Unless specifically designed to accommodate, do not
set TVs or other heavy objects on top of this product.
•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.
DESIGN SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.
CALL US FIRST! Do not return this item to the store
Service Policy: We will replace any part that is defective,
missing or damaged during assembly. For a replacement
part, directly contact Whittier Wood Products customer
service department by phone, fax, mail or email.
Hours: Our friendly customer service staff can be reached
Monday-Friday 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Pacific Time). You
may leave a message 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
To Order: Provide the furniture model number (upper
portion of this page), the part letter, production code,
quantity needed, reason for replacement and your full
name, address and telephone number.
Parts ship from our Eugene, Oregon factory within one or
two business days from the time we receive your request.
Please allow five to ten business days for delivery.
800-653-3336 • Outside the U.S. or Canada: 541-687-0213 • Fax: [phone]
www.whittierwood.com • P.O. Box 2827 • Eugene, Oregon 97402, U.S.A.
2168AUF
54"W McKenzie
Media Console
W/Notched Top
2169AUF
64"W McKenzie
Media Console
W/Notched Top

2168AUF 54"W McKenzie Media Console W/Notched Top
2169AUF 64"W McKenzie Media Console W/Notched Top
Parts List
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Please identify the parts and check that quantities received match those on this list.
If you need to replace a part, refer to the following letter and part name.
Part Description Quantity 2168AUF 2169AUF
A Top Assembly 1 1
B Adjustable Shelf 2 2
C Knob (attached) 7 7
D #8 x 1-1/2" Machine Screw (installed) 7 7
E Drawer Face (installed) 6 6
F Drawer Box (inserted) 6 6
G Drawer Slides (pre-installed sets) 6 6
H Door Frame 1 1
I Door Glass (attached) 1 1
J Case 1 1
L Shelf Bracket (installed) 8 8
M #6 x 1/2" Undercut Screw (inserted) 8 8
N Removable Back (attached) 2 2
O Door Glass Support Rail (attached) 2 2
P Door Glass Support Stile (attached) 2 2
Q #6 x 3/4" Flat Head Screw (inserted) 12 12
R Magnetic Catch Kit (attached) 2 2
S #6 x 5/8" Philtruss Screw (inserted) 16 16
U Hinge (attached) 2 2
X Small Adjustable Glide (installed) 5 5
Y #8 x 7/8" Lo-Profile Screw (inserted) 24 24
Z #6 x 5/8" Flat Head Screw (inserted) 12 12
ZA #8 x 1" Pan Head Screw (inserted) 4 4
ZB #8 x 1-1/4" Pan Head Screw (inserted) 14 16

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Part Description Quantity 2168AUF 2169AUF
ZD #8 x 1-1/4" Black Screw (inserted) 5 6
ZE #8 x 2" Black Screw (inserted) 2 2
ZG Drawer Stop (attached) 4 4
ZH Turn Button (attached) 4 4
ZI #6 x 5/8" Undercut Screw (inserted) 4 4
ZJ #6 x 1/2" Philtruss Screw (inserted) 36 36
ZK #6 x 3/4" Philtruss Screw (inserted) 36 36
ZQ Foot Assembly (attached) 1 1
ZR #8 x 1-1/8" Lo-Profile Screw (inserted) 10 10
ZS Insert Nut (inserted) 5 5
ZT #8 x 1-3/8" Lo-Profile Screw (inserted) 6 6
TR Furniture Tipping Restraint 2 sets 2 sets
2168 shown in the illustrations.

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Assembly Instructions
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Tool Required: Phillips Screwdriver
1. DO NOT LEAN ON THE GLASS AT ANY TIME.
To finish the Door Frame (H), you must first remove the Door Glass (I). Remove the door from
its hinges and lay it face-down on a clean, protected surface. Remove the #6 x 3/4" Brass Flat
Head Screws (Q) the Door Glass Support Stiles (P), Door Glass Support Rails (O) and set
aside. Carefully lift the Door Glass (I) and put it safely away. Finish the door frame, stiles and
rails and, after the finish dries, replace the glass and attach the Door Glass Support Rails (O)
and Door Glass Support Stiles (P) with #6 x 3/4" Brass Flat Head Screws (Q). See Figures 1, 1a
and 1b. Rehang the door.
2. Place the console at its final destination. Rotate the Small Adjustable Glides (X) found at the
front corners of the unit and at the bottoms of the Assembled Foot (ZQ) until the unit is level.
See Figure 2.
Fig. 1 Fig. 1b
Fig. 1a
O
P O
P
Q
Q x 12
I H
O O P
Q
P
X
Fig. 2
X
X
ZQ

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3. You may want to remove the Removable Backs (N) so that you can fit your media units into the
console more easily. To do so, unlock the Turn Button (ZH) as shown in Figures 3 and 3b. Slide
the backs away and place them off to the side. To put them back into place, slide the backs
behind the Drawer Stops (ZG) and position the Turn Button so that it is locked. See Figures 3a
and 3b.
4. To move the Adjustable Shelves (B), remove the #6 x 1/2" Undercut Screws (M) and the
Shelves (B). Reposition the Shelf Brackets (L) to the desired positions, replace the shelf and
insert the screws. See Figures 4 and 4a.
Fig. 4
M
L
Fig. 4a
B
Door removed for illustration purposes.
ZG
ZH
Locked
Position
Fig. 3
Fig. 3b
Fig. 3a
N N
ZH
ZG Unlocked
Position

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5. Tipping restraint: Locate two studs in the wall behind the unit. Attach a Clip (T1) to one wall
stud with two #8 x 2" Black Screws (T3). See Figure 5a. Attach a second clip to the unit with two
#8 x 1" Pan Head Screws (T4). See Figure 5b. Connect the two clips with the Nylon Restraint
Strap (T2). Pull the Nylon Restraint Strap (T2) tight so there is no slack. See Figures 5c and 5d.
Repeat this procedure to attach the second tipping restraint. If you cannot locate two studs,
purchase the proper wall attachment hardware for your type of wall and secure the unit.
Fig. 5a
T1
T
3
Pull tight
Fig. 5d
T1
T
2
T
3
T
4
Fig. 5c Pull the Nylon Restraint
Strap (T2) tight
so there is no slack.
Fig. 5b
T
4
T
1

Whittier Finishing Hints
P.O. Box 2827
Eugene, OR 97402 USA
Toll Free: 800-653-3336
Ph: 541-687-0213
Fax: [phone]
www.whittierwood.com Page 1 of 2
Rev. 04/11
Checklist of materials
□Rubber gloves
□Lint-free rags
□Paper towels
□Cotton swabs
□Tack cloth
□Drop cloth
□Stain brushes
(poly bristle
and foam)
□#220 & #320
sandpaper
□Painter’s tape
□Wood glue
Getting started
Assembly Instructions may contain special finishing
information or gluing requirements for that item.
Completely read both the Assembly Instructions and
these Finishing Hints before you begin your project.
Choosing the finish: Ask your retailer for advice on
how to finish bare wood. Choose a finish that meets
your expectations for the end use of the product. Will
you use it as a work surface as on a desk or kitchen
island? Are you matching a finish on existing furniture?
The answers to these questions may affect the type of
finish you choose.
Where to work: Choose an area that has good light and
is well ventilated, warm and dry. If the work area is cold
and damp, the wood finishing products may require a
longer drying time than the labels indicate. Do not work
in a dirty or dusty area – dirt and/or dust can embed in
the finish.
Gluing hints
These are general hints. Refer to the Assembly
Instructions for detailed information on how to glue your
specific product. Use wood glue such as Elmer’s Wood
Glue, Titebond Wood Glue or the equivalent. Some
instructions call for a slow drying epoxy glue. Carefully
read the label and instructions of the glue manufacturer.
Your unit may not need glue.
1. We strongly recommend that you lay out all the
parts and familiarize yourself with how they fit
together before assembling with glue. Glue will set
up quickly. You can damage parts if you try to
reposition any that have been assembled
incorrectly.
2. For glue to properly bond, it is very important to
apply the wood glue to bare wood. Protect your eyes
and blow into holes to clear excess dust. This will
help the glue to adhere to a clean surface.
3. If you plan on finishing the product before you
assemble it, place painter’s tape three-fourths of the
way up from the end of a dowel, spindle or tenon.
This protects the ends from the finishing product but
allows finish application where it will be visible.
Finishing products inhibit the bonding properties of
wood glue. Remove the tape prior to the final
assembly.
4. Avoid getting glue on surfaces to be finished. Most
stains or finishes will not penetrate where glue has
been spilled. Wet glue can be wiped off with a damp
cloth. Follow with a light sanding of the area to
ensure a proper finish.
5. It is important to apply an even coat inside holes and
slots. Use a small dowel, pencil or cotton swab to
spread glue evenly around the inside of the holes.
Do not over glue. The tight fit of the spindles or
dowels in the holes can cause glue to be pushed to
the bottom of the hole. If too much glue is used it will
fill the holes and not allow the spindle or dowel to be
fully inserted.
6. Glue usually takes several hours to cure or harden
but it will set up or grab in several seconds. Once
you begin final assembly, proceed quickly.
Finishing hints
1. Use products of the same brand to ensure
compatibility. It is not recommended to mix solvent
based and water based finishes. Always read and
follow all label directions on the can.
2. Alder is a porous hardwood and often looks best
when following the finishing instructions for
softwoods.
3. Use a wood conditioner under oil base stains.

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Eugene, OR 97402 USA
Toll Free: 800-653-3336
Ph: 541-687-0213
Fax: [phone]
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Preparing the surface
1. Sand each piece with #220 grit sandpaper. Sand
with the grain of the wood on flat surfaces and
opposite the grain on turnings. Some parts may be
plywood. Be careful not to sand through the veneer.
End grain such as table top ends, seat edges and
grooves on turnings accept more stain. Extra
sanding in these areas with #320 grit sandpaper
reduces stain absorption and creates a more evenly
stained piece.
2. When sanding is completed, wipe the surface of
your furniture with a lint-free rag or tack cloth. Make
sure the item is free of dust before you proceed.
Staining
1. Read and follow label directions. Stir the stain well
before you start. Stir periodically throughout the
duration of the project to maintain uniform color
consistency.
2. Test stain on an inconspicuous spot on your project.
Put at least one coat of your top coat over the test
area as it also affects the look of the stain. Test
every type of wood that is in your kit. These are
identified in the Assembly Instructions. Different
types of wood may react differently to the stain
color. You might need to add a second coat of stain
to lighter woods to match the darker woods in your
kit.
3. Apply stain with a poly brush or lint-free cloth. Apply
stain over a small area and wipe off excess.
Working in small areas will make the color easier to
control.
4. Cotton swabs are ideal for hard to reach areas.
5. Allow the stain to dry thoroughly before you
proceed.
Applying the top coat
1. Always read and follow all label directions. Stir your
top coat gently; do not shake. Shaking the can
creates bubbles that are hard to remove.
2. All surfaces including the underside of table tops
and inside drawers must be sealed with at least one
layer of a top coat. This will help minimize wood
swelling, shrinkage, warping and cupping due to
changes in moisture content or temperature.
3. Apply a minimum of two coats when you use
polyurethane or varnish (especially on all table top
and work surfaces). After allowing the first coat to
dry, sand lightly with #320 grit sandpaper. Remove
dust with a lint-free rag or tack cloth. For added
protection, apply additional coats. Lightly sand and
wipe surface with a lint-free rag or tack cloth
between coats.
4. Some finishes tend to slightly raise the grain. This
can be easily controlled with a light sanding between
coats. Do not use steel wool when you use water-
based finishes. Strands of steel fiber caught in the
wood can cause rust spots when coated with any
water-based product.
Painting
1. Since there is a large variation between paint
manufacturers and products, ask your paint supplier
for specific advice on how to best use the paint you
purchase. Ask them specifically for advice on
finishing bare wood.
2. First coat the wood with a primer. An oil based
primer works best for a smooth finish. If you do not
wish to use a solvent based primer, water based
primer works almost as well. However it may raise
the wood grain and require additional sanding.
3. Buy quality brand paint in a satin, semi-gloss, or
gloss sheen. Apply a second coat for a smooth
finish. Lightly sand between coats using with #320
grit sandpaper so that the second coat will bond
well. Be sure to use a tack cloth after sanding to
remove any residue. Repeat as desired.
4. No top coat is required when using paint.