Modular Drawer Cabinets Installation Instructions IMPORTANT PRODUCT LIABILITY INFORMATION Read all instructions before proceeding with installation or drawer loading. Vital product information pertaining to proper set-up and cautions are included. Failure to follow these instructions may cause failure which may result in personal injury or property damage. RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
MDC FLOOR ANCHORING Cut out supplied paper template and layout hole locations. Please note, it is only necessary to floor anchor the rear of the cabinet. Drill holes as specified on template. Drop in floor anchors or thread lag bolts partially into the floor. Push cabinet back, engaging hardware. Remove bottom drawers (reference this document), and from the inside of the cabinet, tighten hardware via access holes in bottom pan.
DRAWER REMOVAL Open drawer. Locate safety clips on both sides of slide profile. Release both safety clips by applying a downward force. Drawer may now be removed by lifting up as you pull drawer from slides. To reinstall drawer, first ensure that both safety clips are in the released state, then align drawer rails with the slide rollers. Lift the front of drawer as you close. Closing the drawer fully will automatically lock the safety clips.
DRAWER LABEL REPLACEMENT AND LOCK REMOVAL 7/8 retaining nut To remove the labels in the aluminum drawer handle, simply push the label up within the handle and slide to the right. To reinstall, ensure the label has been moved fully to the left and dropped behind the catch in the end cap. To remove lock, pull the top few drawers to gain access to the back of the lock. The lock is held in place by a threaded retaining nut. Use a 7/8 open ended wrench to remove, than pull out lock from front of cabinet.
LINKING MULTIPLE CABINETS Optional: For additional stability or seismic zones, pre-drill floor for anchoring. Use punch to remove knockouts (A) when stacking multiple cabinets. Remove top and bottom drawers to access the floor anchoring and mounting holes. Using supplied hardware, fasten cabinets together. Link adjacent cabinets (B) before stacking (C) multiple units. Replace Drawers QTY (4) 3/8-16X1 flanged cap screw QTY (4) 3/8-16 serrated flanged locknut QTY (4) 3/8-16X1 flanged cap screw QTY (4) 3/8-16 serrated flanged locknut QTY (4) 3/8x1-1/4 fender washer
MDC LOCK CORE REMOVAL Use standard or master key to ensure MDC cabinet is in the un-locked state Insert the core removal key Ensure core key is fully seated While pressing on joint between core and key, pull-out and Remove core. Reverse steps to install new core
MDC BASE CAP INSTALLATION Notch at top Locate base cap and place in front of cabinet, ensure the base cap notch is at top. Insert one end of base cap completely into the left forklift channel. Push base cap in and slide into the right fork lift channel. Kick plate notches should integrate with forklift channels and snap into place. Duplicate process at back of cabinet, if necessary. NOTE: To remove, reverse process. (A flat screw driver may be required to disengage)
DRAWER LATCHING MECHANISIMS Universal Latch Mount Lock Rod Lock Cylinder Lock Rod Support Channel Support MDA Latch Channel SDA Latch Assembly The Multiple Drawer Access (MDA) mechanism allows multiple drawers to be open at the same time. The mechanism attaches to the universal latching mount at the back of the cabinet. The mechanism can be dis-assembled by removing the lock and lock rod, then removing the torx head screws (T15 bit) that hold on the rest of the mechanism to the universal latch mount. The Single Drawer Access (SDA) mechanism limits access to one drawer at a time. This also acts as an anti-tipping mechanism when mobile or high loads are of concern. The mechanism attaches to the universal latching mount and can be disassembled by removing the lock and lock rod, then removing the torx head screws (T15 bit) that hold the SDA latch assembly to the universal latch mount.
LEFT SIDE OF CABINET DRILLING TEMPLATE 2 5/16 NOMINAL CABINET WIDTH ACTUAL CABINET WIDTH A 23 WIDE 22-13/16 18-3/16 30 WIDE 30 25-3/8 45 WIDE 45-3/16 40-9/16 60 WIDE 60-3/8 55-3/4 CENTER OF HOLE TO BE DRILLED For concrete floors: Drill (2) 3/8 diameter holes 2 deep For wooden floors: Drill (2) 1/4 diameter holes 1-3/4 deep CUT ALONG DASHED LINE 2 5/16 A 1 17/32 BACK SIDE OF CABINET CENTER OF HOLE TO BE DRILLED RIGHT SIDE OF CABINET
FINAL INSPECTION CHECK LIST Affix Serial# Sticker Here (from inside top drawer or shelf) Cabinets PRE-PACKAGING Verify drawer / door configuration matches trailer drawing. Verify drawer interiors / door-shelf configuration matches trailer drawing. Verify housing and drawer color matches trailer drawing. Verify cabinet / door lock style matches trailer drawing. Operate cabinet / door locks for proper latching. Verify single drawer operation for SDA lock style. Operate drawers / door to full extension stop insuring smooth operation. Close each drawer within 1 to insure self-closing. Verify drawer fronts / door are true, in-line, and surrounding gaps are nominal. Verify that partitions are screwed to drawer body. Verify that drawer labels have been installed. Verify plastic clips are installed on shelves. Clean any fingerprints on painted surfaces. PACKAGING Verify that base caps have been packed. Verify key envelope is inside top drawer. Verify hardware bag is inside top drawer. Mark inspection label with serial# (yr-mo-dy) and sign. Apply inspection sticker to inside-front-right corner of top drawer or on shelf. Place this owner s manual in top drawer or shelf of cabinet. Tie key bag through slot in the top drawer, hold key bag outside and close drawer. Lock cabinet and place second key bag. Apply trailer drawing to cabinet during stretch-wrapping process.
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