Welcome
Thank you for purchasing the Duhrer Large Sideboard. Please read the instructions and warnings carefully before use, to ensure safe and satisfactory operation of this product.
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Tools Required
? Screwdriver
Time to assemble: 30 minutes
??? People to assemble: Two people
Important Safety Information
Warnings
The product should only be used on firm, level ground.
Keep small parts out of reach of children.
Do's
- Check the pack and make sure you have all the parts listed.
- Check all screws or bolts are tightened and inspect regularly.
- Make sure the legs remain in contact with the ground at all times.
Don'ts
- Do not over tighten screws or bolts.
- Do not stand on the product.
- Do not use power tools to construct as overtightening and panel failure may occur.
Illustration showing a parts check with a phone number for John Lewis support: 03456 049 049.
Illustration showing a parts check with an empty box.
Illustration depicting a person holding a large panel, indicating the need for assistance.
Illustration showing two people assembling furniture, indicating two people are required.
Illustration showing a person standing on a box, warning against using the product as a step.
Illustration showing the furniture placed on a rug on a flat surface, indicating proper placement.
Fixtures and Fittings
Fixtures and fittings supplied (actual size)
| Ref | Description | Dimensions | Qty |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Screw | 3.5mm x 16mm | 2 |
Illustration of a screw with a scale indicating its dimensions (3.5mm x 16mm).
Fixtures and fittings supplied (not actual size)
| Ref | Description | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| B | Wedges | 2 |
Illustration of two wedges.
Assembly Instructions
Step 1: Parts, fittings and tools
A line drawing of the sideboard showing areas where brackets are to be attached.
Final Assembly
1. Place your product in the final position. Loosen the screws on the metal brackets just enough so that the slotted bracket can be extended to meet the wall.
2. Then re-secure the screws.
3. Mark the wall for drilling through the hole in the short face of the bracket. Then remove the unit from the wall so that the marked holes can be drilled. Ensure you use an appropriate fixing type for your wall (see page 7). Then return the unit to position.
4. Secure the unit to the wall fixings with own screws through the brackets.
5. Finally add the extra securing screws to the holes in the long faces of the brackets.
⚠️ Warning: Serious or fatal crushing injuries can occur from furniture tipping over. To prevent this furniture tipping over, it must be permanently fixed to the wall.
Illustrations showing the numbered steps of attaching the sideboard to the wall using brackets and screws.
A Guide to Wall Mounting and Fixings
⚠️ Warning: Serious or fatal crushing injuries can occur from furniture tipping over. To prevent this furniture from tipping over, it must be permanently fixed to the wall.
Wall fixing screws are not included, as different wall materials require different types of screws/fixings. Please ensure you use the correct screws/fixings for your type of walls and seek professional advice if you are not sure. Failure of the product due to incorrect fixings is the responsibility of the installer.
Important: When drilling into walls, always check that there are no hidden wires or pipes etc.
Types of Walls
You can use one of the following types of wall plug if your walls are made of brick, breezeblock, concrete, stone, or wood.
- General Purpose wall plug: Generally, aerated blocks should not be used to support heavy loads; use a specialist fitting in this case. For light loads, general-purpose wall plugs can be used.
- Plasterboard wall plug: For use when attaching light loads onto plasterboard partitions.
- Cavity Fixing wall plug: For use with plasterboard partitions or hollow wooden doors.
- Cavity Fixing - Heavy Duty wall plug: For use when fitting or supporting heavy loads such as shelving, wall cabinets, and coat racks.
- Hammer Fixing wall plug: For use with walls with plasterboard. The hammer fixing allows it to be fixed to the wall rather than the plasterboard. Always check the fixing is secure to the retaining wall.
- Shield Anchor wall plug - Heavy loads: For use with heavier loads such as TV and Hi-Fi speakers and satellite dishes etc.
Safety: Periodically check all fittings and wall fixings to ensure they have not come loose and retighten as necessary.
Safety Instructions
General warnings
Never drag furniture when moving it; always lift it. Periodically check all fixings to ensure none have come loose and re-tighten where necessary. Please take care when handling or moving the furniture, as careless handling may cause damage or injury. Furniture can be dangerous if incorrectly installed. Assembly should be carried out by a competent person. No liability will be accepted for damage or injury caused by incorrectly installed or assembled furniture.
Specific warnings for heavy items
It is recommended that before moving heavy objects to a new location, they are completely dis-assembled to avoid personal injury or damage to the furniture. Please be careful to retain all fittings when doing this (for fully or partial assembly items).
Storage units over 600mm
Installation shall be carried out exactly according to the manufacturer's instructions; otherwise, a safety risk can occur if incorrectly installed. A warning shall be given to the consumer to notify them of related risks.
WARNING: In order to prevent overturning, this product must be used with the wall attachment device provided.
Warnings specifically for any product containing glass
If the glass is chipped or broken, stop using the product and consult the manufacturer or supplier.
WARNING:
- a) Do not place very hot or very cold items directly on glass surfaces.
- b) Do not sit or stand on glass surfaces.
- c) Do not strike the glass with hard or pointed items, or use the glass as a chopping surface.
- d) Do not use washing powders or any other substances containing abrasives, as these may scratch the glass.
Additional Requirements for tables
Handle with care! A damaged edge or scratched surface can, in rare cases, cause the glass to fail unexpectedly into many small pieces. Glass is most vulnerable when struck from the side.
Care Instructions
Wood Furniture
Wood displays different grain patterns depending on which way they are cut – for example, the 'medullary ray' which can appear on oak furniture is a mark of good quality timber. These are just characteristics of the natural beauty of the wood. Some furniture is also deliberately aged and rustic.
Wood veneers also allow distinctive patterns to be created on flat surfaces, such as table tops and drawer fronts, by the way the slivers are arranged.
All timber surfaces will change colour and mellow over time. New furniture will initially vary in shade from items that have been previously purchased.
How to care for your wood or painted furniture
Furniture with a hard lacquer, wax polish, or painted surface should be dusted with a dry cloth.
Waxed furniture will need to be given a coat of beeswax a couple of times a year to help maintain its luster. Spray polishes are best avoided as they contain silicones which may spoil the furniture's surface by building up over time.
Make sure all surfaces are protected from heat and liquids by mats and coasters. Wipe up spills immediately and ensure that a mat or pad is placed under paper if you are writing.
Extendable dining tables should be left extended for the first few months to avoid an uneven appearance. Likewise, lamps and ornaments should also be moved regularly.
Our furniture will endure most temperatures in the home, but it is best to avoid placing furniture next to heat sources such as radiators or fires. Be particularly careful with solid wood, as the lack of humidity caused by central heating can cause damage such as warping.
Glass and acrylic furniture
Use glass cleaner or soapy water for cleaning; do not use anything abrasive, as this may damage the surface of the product.
Protect surfaces from scratches and marks by using mats and coasters.
Metal and leather
Protect leather from spillage, sunlight, and heat. A slightly damp cloth is the best cleaning agent for both materials. Do not use any abrasive cleaner or harsh detergent, as this can damage the surface. Care for the leather with leather conditioner. We recommend applying leather conditioner before using the furniture for the first time.
Avoid spilling or dropping crumbs of food with a high fat content on the surface, as this can permanently mark the leather.
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