Whittier Wood McKenzie 1121AFUF User manual

Production Code:
02/08/10
VN
P.O. Box 2827
Eugene, OR 97402 USA
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.
Service Policy: We will replace any part that is
defective, missing or damaged during assembly.
Please contact Whittier Wood Products customer
service department directly by phone, fax, mail or
email for a replacement part.
To Order: Provide the furniture model number (upper
left corner of this page), the part letter, production
code, quantity needed, reason for replacement, 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.
CALL US FIRST! Do not return this item to the store.
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.
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.
Assembly Instructions
McKenzie
Chest
Before you begin your project, completely read the
Assembly Instructions and Finishing Hints.
For normal household use only. Not recommended
for commercial use.
Do not climb, sit or stand on this piece of furniture.
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.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
Unload items before you move this unit.
Before you load or move this unit, make sure all
screws and supports are tight.
1126AUF
5-Drawer
McKenzie Chest
1180AFUF
6-Drawer
McKenzie Chest
1181AFUF
11-Drawer
McKenzie Chest
1121AFUF
5-Drawer McKenzie
Lingerie Chest
Serious or fatal crushing injuries can occur
from furniture tip-over. To help
prevent tip-over:
Use of tip-over restraints may only reduce
but not eliminate the risk of 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.

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McKenzie Chest – Parts List
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Please identify the parts and check that quantities received match what is on this list.
If you need to replace a part, refer to the following letter and item name.
Part Description Quantity
A Top Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 1
B Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 1
F Small Drawer Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 2
G Medium Drawer Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 2
H Large Drawer Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 1
I Small Drawer Face . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 2
U
#8 x 7/8" Lo-profile Screw (inserted) . . . . . . .
V
#8 x 1-1/4" Pan Head Screw (inserted). . . . .
R
#8x1-1/2" Machine Screw (inserted) . . . . . . . 5 8
S
T-Nut (inserted) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 4
T
Adjustable Glide (installed) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
X
#8 x 1-1/4" Black Screw (inserted) . . . . . . . . .
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J Medium Drawer Face . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 2
Q
KLarge Drawer Face
LKnob (attached)
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 1
W
#8 x 1-3/16" Black Screw (inserted) . . . . . . . .
Z
#8 x 1" Black Screw (inserted) . . . . . . . . . . .
ZA
16" Drawer Slides (installed sets) . . . . . . . . .
TR
#6 x 1/2" Undercut Screw (inserted) . . . . . . .
Furniture Tipping Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1 1
1 1
2 3
2 4
2 4
2 3
10 11
4 5
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2 4
2 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 1 2 4
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 8 10 11
0 0
20 26
6 16
12 14
5 5
60 60
12 14
12 12
0 1
32 60
16 26
14 24
6 11
YSmall Adjustable Glide (installed) . . . . . . . . . 4 4 4 4
72 132
ZQ Foot Assembly (attached) . . . . . . . 0 0 0 1
14 16
12 12
2 2 2 2

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T2
T1
T1
T1
T4
T3
T3
T4
Fig. 3a
Fig. 1
Fig. 3b
Fig. 2
Tighten the Nylon Restraint Strap (T2)
so there is no slack.
Pull tight
2.
1.
Position the unit at the desired location. 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 1. Attach a second clip to the unit
with two #8 x 1" Pan Head Screws (T4). See Figure 2. Connect the two clips with the Nylon Restraint
Strap (T2). Pull the Nylon Restraint Strap (T2) tight so there is no slack. See Figures 3a
and 3b. 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.
Unless specifically designed to accommodate, do not set TVs or
other heavy objects on top of this product.
To level the unit:
Tipping restraint:
Adjustable Glides (S and/or Y) are attached to the bottoms of the feet. Rotate the glides until the unit
stands level.

Rubber
gloves
Rags
Paper towels
Q-tips
Tack cloth
Drop cloth
Paint brushes
(bristle and
foam)
#220 & #320
sandpaper
Mineral spirits
Masking Tape
Rev. 8/07
Finishing Hints
Choosing the Finish:
Getting Started
1. Choose a finish that will meet your expectations for
the product you are finishing. Are you matching
existing furniture or do you want a “natural” finish?
Is the piece to be functional, decorative or both?
The answers to these questions may affect the
type of finish you choose.
1. Assembly Instructions may contain special
finishing information for that item. Read both
the Assembly Instructions and these Finishing
Hints completely before beginning.
2. Sand the entire piece, using #220 grit sandpaper.
Sand with the grain of the wood on flat surfaces
and opposite the grain on turnings. Some parts
are plywood. Be careful not to sand through the
veneer. End grain (table top ends, seat edges,
grooves on turnings, etc.) accepts more stain.
Extra sanding in these areas with a #320 grit sand-
paper will reduce stain absorption, creating a more
evenly stained piece.
3. When sanding is completed, wipe the surface of
your furniture with a cloth or tack rag. Make sure
the item is free of dust before proceeding.
2.
Use products of the same brand to ensure compat-
ibility of products.
4. We recommend using a wood conditioner under oil
base stains.
5. Work in a well ventilated and well lit area.
3.
ALWAYS follow the stain manufacturer’s instruc-
tions. Alder is a porous hardwood
and often
looks best when following the finishing directions
for softwoods
1. Read and follow label directions. Stir stain well
before starting.
4. Q-tips are ideal for hard to reach areas.
5. Allow to dry thoroughly before proceeding.
2.
Test stain on an inconspicuous spot on your proj-
ect, or use the sample chip if one is provided. The
sample chip must be sanded in the same way as
your furniture kit to ensure the piece will accept the
stain similarly. Put at least one coat of your top coat
over the stain sample, as it also affects the look of
the stain. Test every type of wood that is in your
kit. Some of our products include more than one
type of wood, which may react differently to the
stain color. Sample chips for the different woods
may be included. It may be necessary 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. Work-
ing in small areas will make the color easier to con-
trol.
1. Always read and follow all label directions. Stir
your finish coat gently, do not shake. It will create
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. We recommend that you apply a minimum of two
coats when using polyurethane or varnish
(especially on all table top and work surfaces).
Sand lightly between coats using a #320 grit sand-
paper or 00 steel wool for the smoothest possible
finish.
4.
Some water-based finishes tend to raise the grain
slightly. This can be easily controlled with this sand-
ing step. However, do not use steel wool when using
water-based finishes. Strands of steel fiber caught
in the wood can cause rust spots when coated with
any water-based product.
1. For best results when painting, first coat the wood
with a primer. An oil based primer would be best for
a smooth finish. If you do not wish to use a solvent
based primer, a water based primer would work
almost as well.
2. Buy a quality brand paint. You may use a satin,
semi-gloss, or gloss sheen. Apply a second coat
for a smooth finish. Lightly sand between coats
using a #320 grit sandpaper, so that the second
coat will bond well. Repeat as desired.
3. Since there is such a variation between paint
manufacturers, refer to your paint supplier for spe-
cific advice on using the paint that you purchase.
Staining
Applying the Top Coat:
Painting:
No top coat is required if using paint.