Wolf Home Products WOLF CLASSIC Maintenance manual

CARE & MAINTENANCE GUIDE
CABINETRY

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Like all investments in your home, your cabinetry will require proper maintenance to keep
looking its best. Please be sure to regularly clean and care for your cabinetry using the
guidelines below.
CABINET CARE
• Wipe up spills, splatters and water spots as they occur – keep the cabinets dry.
• Clean as needed with a soft, lint-free cloth. Use a mild detergent or soap and warm water.
• Use a fresh cloth when wiping down cabinets. Even when thoroughly rinsed, cleaning cloths may still have remnants
of bleach, detergents, grease or other materials which can be harmful to the finish of your cabinetry.
• Avoid using a dishcloth or sponge, which may have remnants of detergents and grease on them.
• Dry surfaces immediately with a soft cloth.
• Never use bleach, ammonia or any cleaning agents that contain any abrasives.
• Never use scouring pads, steel wool or powdered cleaners.
• Do not allow oven cleaners to come in contact with wood finishes.
• Avoid placing small kitchen appliances where heat is directed onto cabinet surfaces.
• Avoid draping damp cloths or dishtowels over cabinet doors – excessive moisture can cause permanent damage.
EXTERIOR FINISH
• The finish on your cabinetry does not require waxing or the application of wood oils to maintain the wood.
However, if you desire a glossy or shiny appearance, you may apply furniture polish or lemon oil that is
recommended for furniture use.
• Before applying polish to your cabinets, be sure they are thoroughly cleaned and dry.
• Be sure not to use any cleaning compounds that may contain alkaline agents, which can negatively impact
furniture surfaces.
• If not thoroughly wiped clean, these polishes and oils can either create a hazy look or act as an
attractant to dust and dirt.
• Painting in the same room as your cabinetry? We recommend Scotch brand painter’s tape style 600 or 610 when
preparing to paint around your Wolf Classic cabinetry.
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CABINETRY 3
We are confident that you will be pleased with your purchase of Wolf Classic cabinets. Because your
complete satisfaction is important to us, we want you to understand the unique characteristics of the
wood species, finishes and processes we use as they relate to finished product appearance. If you have
any questions, please contact your designer for further explanation.
CHARACTERISTICS OF MAPLE WOOD:
Naturally occurring wood characteristics such as variations in color, grain, mineral streaks and knots are not considered
defects. Color variations are a natural occurrence due to species, age, character of cabinets, and exposure to UV light
and sunlight. Such variations and changes are not considered defects. For these reasons, new and/or replacement
cabinets may not match display samples and/or existing cabinets.
• These natural characteristics may also visibly show through the cabinet finish by way of grain, worm holes, knots and
so forth.These are not considered defects.
• Warping is the bending or twisting of a part due to moisture and atmospheric changes.To measure a door or shelf,
lay the product on a flat surface and measure the gap from the surface to the part.The standard allowable tolerance
for wood is 1/8" per lineal foot. Materials that fall within specification are considered acceptable, as a part of the
natural characteristics of wood.
PAINT FINISHES:
Paint finishes are uniquely different from stained wood finishes. On all wood products, expansion and contraction are
typical due to changes in climate conditions. Due to the normal movement, paint finishes may develop separation lines,
finish breaks and seam lines.These will be most notable at stile, rail and panel joints. Joint separations may become
more noticeable over time and through season changes.With use of select hardwoods and veneers, some of the grain
pattern and wood characteristics (checks, pin knots) as well as seams and joints will remain visible through the paint
finish.These are normal and are not considered quality defects. Seam lines and finish breaks are normal characteristics
of paint finishes and should not be considered a reason for product replacement. Over time, there may be a slight color
shift due to exposure to natural and artificial light.
JOINT FRACTURES:
Wood is in a constant state of expansion and contraction, therefore hairline fractures
will soon be noticeable at the joints on the cabinet face frame.These will not weaken
the finish, but will be noticeable.
MITER DOORS:
Wood cabinet doors will naturally expand and contract depending on the environment.
A separation at the miter is to be expected.This slight gapping is permissible up to .012"
(width of a business card) and will appear more pronounced with our Antique White
Paint finish.Additionally, certain environmental factors can lead to larger than normal
expansion and contraction.These include high humidity, coastal regions and proximity
to bodies of water and inconsistent heating/cooling year-round (as in seasonal-use homes).
GLAZING:
The glazing process is a custom hand-applied technique that will vary between individual
cabinet doors and will not look exactly the same on every door. Differences in thickness,
darkness and consistency are to be expected with this hand-applied finish and are not
considered to be defects.
WOOD SHRINKAGE:
Moisture content varies by wood species. Dry climate conditions can cause wood to shrink. Once the
cabinets acclimate, the stain, glaze or final finish may need to be touched up. If not thoroughly wiped
clean, these polishes and oils can create either a hazy look or act as an attractant to dust and dirt.
PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS & VARIATIONS
Representative of
acceptable joint fracture
Representative of
acceptable miter joint

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PAINT FINISH
A painted finish or painted finish with glaze product is a classic look for cabinetry.This finish is applied in the
same manner and with the same quality standards that all of our other finishes are applied. It is important
for you to understand that the product you have received has unique characteristics that differ from other
finishes, but these are not considered quality defects.
There are three general characteristics of painted finishes that differ from other finishes:
1. The cabinetry you have selected is made from high-quality hardwoods and hardwood veneers.These
hardwoods, as natural products, have some seasonal movement created by changes in climatic
conditions.This is normal in quality wood products.This movement can cause small, hairline cracks.
These hairline cracks are normal and are not considered quality defects.
2. With use of the select hardwoods and veneers, some of the grain pattern and wood characteristics
(mineral streaks, pitch pockets, checks and pin knots) as well as seams and joints will remain visible
through the painted finish.These are normal and are not considered quality defects.
3. As the cabinets age there may be a slight mellowing of the color.This is affected by exposure to natural
and artificial light.This is a characteristic of painted furniture and cabinetry.This mellowing of the color is
normal and is not considered a quality defect.
THE EFFECT OF LIGHT ON PAINT
While a painted finish is a classic look for cabinets, it is important to remember that colors may appear
changed under differing lighting conditions. Note that color does not stand alone and can take on a
different appearance in light, whether that light is natural or artificial. Sunlight changes in intensity
throughout the day and varies with the sun’s position, creating a difference in the appearance of color.
Natural light is warmer in the morning, progresses to cooler tones in the middle of the day and then
warms again in the late afternoon to evening hours.
Consider the chart below to understand how the look of your painted finish may change throughout
the day. In addition to changes in sunlight, the presence of artificial light plays a significant role in the
appearance of paint color.
• Incandescent bulbs generate yellow light that intensifies warm colors but tends to dull cooler colors.
• Halogen bulbs produce brighter, white light that is more like sunlight.
• Fluorescent bulbs generate cool, blue light that deepens blues and greens but softens warmer colors.
• Soft white fluorescent bulbs imitate the warmth of incandescent bulbs, but all colors can appear faded in their light.
• Full-spectrum fluorescents produce light that most closely represents natural sunlight.
PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS & VARIATIONS
Direction of Light Visible Temperature of Light Color of Light Duration of Light
North Cool Bluish All day
East Warm Yellow Before noon
West Warm Orange-Red After noon
South Warm Orange-Yellow All day
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CABINETRY 2
Always use a standard screwdriver for adjustments. Using an electric screw
gun may cause serious damage to your cabinetry.The six-way adjustable
hinges used on our cabinetry are durable and meant to last for years.
However, periodic adjustments may be needed to tighten screws and adjust
doors for level.The hinges on all of our door styles adjust the same way.
Tightening the hinge
1. From repeated opening and closing, it might be necessary to tighten
screw 1 which attaches the door to the frame of the cabinet.
Adjusting doors for level/plumb
1. To raise or lower your door, simply loosen screw 1 on all hinges attached
to that door, and manually raise the door up or down to the desired height.
Tightening the screw will set the door in place.
2. To adjust the door forward or backward, adjust screw 2.Turning the
screw clockwise will move the door back, closer to the cabinet frame.
Turning the screw counterclockwise will extend the door away from
the cabinet frame.
3. To adjust the door left or right, loosen screw 3.Turning the screw clockwise
will adjust the door to the left.Turning the screw counterclockwise
will adjust the door to the right.
Each door of the Dartmouth, Hudson and York
styles of Wolf Classic cabinets will come with
an integrated soft-close mechanism. Each
hinge is adjustable to close to any pressure.
Note: To reset the soft-close damper, move
the adjustment switch to “Strong,” then to the
desired position. Close the door and the
soft-close will be reset.
Strong setting for the
soft-closing mechanism.
Set here for larger or
heavier doors with a
strong closing pressure.
(Factory setting)
Medium setting for the
soft-closing mechanism.
Set here for average-
size doors with normal
closing pressure.
Light setting for the
soft-closing mechanism.
Set here for light or small
doors with very little
closing pressure.
COMMON DOOR/HINGE ADJUSTMENTS
SOFT-CLOSE ADJUSTMENTS — DARTMOUTH, HUDSON & YORK
1
2
3
5
Standard Hinge — Saginaw
Soft-Close Hinge — Dartmouth,
Hudson and York
1
1
2
2
3
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Due to normal shipping, handling and delivery, it is common for drawers to require on-site
adjustments. Common adjustments include assuring that the drawers are square, plumb
and align with adjacent cabinets.
1. Remove the drawer box from the cabinet.
2. Loosen, but do not fully remove, either the left or right screw on the
back of the drawer head.
3. With the screw loosened, adjust your drawer head to be fully plumb
and level.
4. Once the drawer head is set to your liking, tighten the screw, taking
note to not allow the screw to follow the previous hole in the
drawer head.
Drawers with undermount glides can also be adjusted at the glide
mechanism.This adjustment can be done either by removing the
drawer from the glides or by leaving it in place and working
underneath the drawer while it is pulled out.
Locate the sliding plate on the mechanism. Slide the plate back
and forth on each side, checking for level, until you achieve the
desired alignment.
1. Remove drawer from track by fully opening the drawer.
2. Reach under the drawer and squeeze in the locking levers at the same time and remove the
drawer from the track.
3. To replace the drawer, set the drawer back on the tracks and push the drawer completely in
until you hear a click and the levers have engaged the clips.
DRAWER ADJUSTMENTS
DRAWER HEAD ADJUSTMENT
REMOVE DRAWERS FROM UNDERMOUNT
DRAWER GUIDES — DARTMOUTH, HUDSON & YORK
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Step 1:
Install rear sockets by screwing two 1" screws into the rear socket in the back of the cabinet. Install at the desired height
of the roll-out tray and be sure to install square with the front of the face frame. Be sure to account for 1/4" for the spacer.
Perform on both the left- and right-hand side.
Step 2:
Insert left- and right-handed glides into the rear sockets.
Step 3:
Attach the front of the glide to the front frame of the cabinet, placing the spacer between the glide and the cabinet.
Do this for both the left- and right-hand sides.
Step 4:
Measure the distance between the two glides at both the front and back.
Ensure these dimensions are equal.
Step 5:
Insert the drawer tray into the installed glides. Ensure that the drawer is
completely seated on the track and not just sitting on the outside edge.
PULL-OUT SHELF INSTALLATION/ADJUSTMENTS
Contents:
(1) Dovetailed wood drawer tray, (1) left-hand drawer glide, (1) right-hand drawer glide,
(1) Left-hand rear socket, (1) right-hand rear socket, (1) hardware bag including (2) spacers and (6) screws
POS 12 7 ½" x 21 ¾"
POS 15 10 ½" x 21 ¾"
POS 18 13 ½" x 21 ¾"
POS 21 16 ½" x 21 ¾"
POS 24 19 ½" X 21 ¾"
POS 27 22 ½" X 21 ¾"
POS 30 25 ½" X 21 ¾"
POS 33 28 ½" X 21 ¾"
POS 36 31 ½" X 21 ¾”"
Pull-Out Shelf Dimensions
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Wolf Classic cabinets have been manufactured
under the highest standards of quality and workmanship.
| 5-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
FIVE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON CABINETS, DRAWER GUIDES AND HINGES
Wolf Home Products warrants to original consumer purchasers for five years from date of original purchase that cabinets,
drawers, drawer guides and hinges used in the manufacture of Wolf Classic cabinets shall be free from defects in material
and workmanship under normal use.
GENERAL WARRANTY GUIDELINES
Should Wolf Classic cabinets fail during the applicable warranty period due to defects in the material or workmanship under
normal use, Wolf Home Products, at its discretion, will repair or provide the parts necessary to replace the defective products.
This warranty is applicable only to products used in residential applications in the United States and is not transferable.
This warranty does not cover products that are misused, abused, mishandled, improperly installed, improperly stored,
changed, modified or subject to extreme temperatures or extreme moisture levels, or normal wear and tear. This warranty
is not valid for products used for any purpose other than the purpose for which they were originally intended. This warranty
does not cover the cost of installation, removal, subsequent damage or transportation of the defective product, regardless
of whether the work was performed by a contractor, service company or the consumer.
Variations in color and grain pattern are a natural characteristic of wood. Color changes also may result from exposure
to light, heat, smoke, household cleaners, and other elements and environmental conditions that are part of the aging
process. These material variations and changes are not covered by this warranty. Wolf Home Products reserves the right
to substitute for discontinued product the most similar product in styling, wood species and color available at the time a
claim is submitted.
Paint finishes are uniquely dierent from standard wood finishes. On all wood products, expansion and contraction are
typical due to changes in climate conditions. Due to this normal movement, paint finishes may develop slight separation
lines, finish breaks and seam lines. With use of selected hardwoods and veneers, some grain patterns and wood characteristics
(checks, pin knots) as well as seams and joints will remain visible through the paint finish. Over time, there may be a slight
color shift, due to exposure to natural and artificial light. These normal conditions are not considered quality defects and
are not covered by this warranty.
THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY OF WOLF HOME PRODUCTS AND IS IN LIEU OF AND WOLF HOME
PRODUCTS DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives
you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state.
To submit a claim under this warranty, contact your nearest Wolf Classic cabinets dealer or send a letter explaining the
defect along with photos and a dated sales receipt as proof of purchase to the address below.
Wolf Home Products
Attn: Warranty Claims
20 West Market Street
York, PA 17401
800-234-9653
fx: 717-792-4052
WolfCabinetsWarranty@wolfleader.com
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