Gus Modern Branch Shelving System Instruction Manual
- June 12, 2024
- Gus Modern
Table of Contents
Branch Shelving System
Instruction Manual
Branch Shelving System
Assembly Instructions
These installation instructions list the components and steps to create any
Branch configuration.
Review this document completely before beginning installation.
Please take time to identify the hardware as well as the individual components
of the product.
As you unpack and prepare for assembly, place them carefully on the floor and
protect them from damage. Please follow the assembly instructions closely.
Improper assembly may result in personal or property damage. We’ve included
drywall anchors. Be sure to use anchors appropriate for your wall.
Depending on use, it may be necessary to tighten the screws and hardware
periodically to maximize the stability of the shelving system
components.
Branch – 3 Shelving Unit w/ Desk
(individual configurations may differ)
Branch Shelving System Components
Installation Hardware
Required Tools
Shelf And Desk Pre-Assembly
Step1
A) Assemble shelf/desk unit using provided hardware.
B) Attach shelf between the uprights to confirm proper width of Branch
assembly.
C) Assemble branch configuration face down on floor prior to fastening
anything to the wall.
Shelf And Desk Pre-Assembly
Step 2
A) Fit uprights into upper and lower wall plates.
B) Align holes in wall plates and holes in uprights.
C) Fasten uprights into wall plates with threaded binding posts.
Step 3
A) Fit shelves or optional desk into desired location between uprights.
B) Align threaded binding posts and support brackets.
C) Insert threaded binding posts and tighten from both sides until snug.
D) If multiple bays require support brackets at same height note that binding
posts are designed to adjust to the extra length needed.
Method For Marking Position Of Upright Wall Plates
Step 4
A) Configure branch bays face down on the floor prior to fastening anything to
the wall to ensure proper assembly.
B) Raise shelf assembly into position against the wall it is to be installed
on.
C) Level the feel if needed.
Step 5
A) Locate shelf assembly in desired location.
B) Mark position of upper and lower wall plates by tracing their perimeter
with a pencil. 
Step6
A) Shift assembled shelf bays over to one side until they are clear of desired
anchor locations.
B) With upper and lower wall plates in position inside the perimeter outline
mark the location of the holes for the wall inserts with a pencil.
Step7
A) Drill holes for upper and lower wall plate inserts and tap them into place.
B) Align wall plate holes with insert locations and fasten to wall with
provided wall anchor screws.
C) Fasten uprights to wall plates with the provided black stem binding post
assemblies.
D) Install desk assembly in desired location.
Considerations For Multiple Bay Configurations
Floor Level. If you are installing more than two bays of Branch Shelving
in a row, then it is important to consider the slope of the floor. Please
ensure that your floor is level by using a longer level along the floor at the
bottom of the desired wall for the installation.
– If the floor is level and does not slope down left or right then you are
free to start your install without regard for the floor.
We do however recommend that you leave a few turns of the level feet out, so
they can be adjusted up or down slightly if needed.
– If the floor is sloping to the left or right, then it is important to start
the install at the highest point of the floor. We suggest to start at the
highest point with the level feet of the uprights turned to their lowest point
for the initial install. As the floor slopes downward the level feet of the
uprights can be unscrewed to allow them to touch the floor.
Using a handyman service. A typical three bay Branch Shelving System can
take an experienced handyman approximately 1.5 hours to install. The angles of
your floor and wall all come into play when determining the complexity of
install time. The more out of alignment these elements are, the more
experience is needed to ensure an accurate fit and finish. Although the Branch
Shelving System has tolerances to account for floor and wall imperfections, a
good handyman is recommended for larger multiple bay configurations. 
Component Locations – Branch Collection Configurations
Component Branch Collection Configurations
Branch Hangbar
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
KEEP ALL PACKAGING MATERIALS UNTIL YOU HAVE VERIFIED ALL COMPONENTS AND PARTS.
- Determine where the hang bar will be located.
- Align the hangar steel bracket with upright holes. Fasten the hangbird stele brackets to uprights with hardware provided.
To help maintain the appearance of your hangar we recommend cleaning the
metal bar and steel brackets with a damp, soft cloth. Do not use abrasive
cleaning products. Depending on use, it may be necessary to tighten the screws
and hardware periodically to maximize the stability of the hangar connection
to the wood uprights.
Branch Side Hooks
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
KEEP ALL PACKAGING MATERIALS UNTIL YOU HAVE VERIFIED ALL COMPONENTS AND
PARTS.
- Determine the placement for the side hooks.
- Align side hooks with upright holes. Push the side hook threaded stems through the upright holes and fasten with hardware provided.
To help maintain the appearance of your side hooks we recommend cleaning
the metal surfaces with a damp, soft cloth.
Do not use abrasive cleaning products. Depending on use, it may be
necessary to tighten the screws and hardware periodically to maximize the
stability of the side hooks connection to the wood uprights.
Branch Side Mirror
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
KEEP ALL PACKAGING MATERIALS UNTIL YOU HAVE VERIFIED ALL COMPONENTS AND
PARTS.
- Determine where, and on which side, the mirror will be located.
- Align the steel mirror bracket with upright holes. Fasten steel mirror brackets to uprights with hardware provided.
To help maintain the appearance of your side mirror we recommend cleaning
the wood surfaces and steel brackets with a damp, soft cloth. Do not use
abrasive cleaning products. Depending on use, it may be necessary to tighten
the screws and hardware periodically to maximize the stability of the side
mirror connection to the wood uprights.
Branch Side Tray
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
KEEP ALL PACKAGING MATERIALS UNTIL YOU HAVE VERIFIED ALL COMPONENTS AND
PARTS.
- Determine where, and on which side, the side tray will be located.
- If the side tray is to be used on the opposite upright side remove the four screws on the back and reattach after the steel bracket has been rotated 180 degrees.
- Align the side tray steel bracket with upright holes. Fasten the side tray steel bracket to uprights with hardware provided.
To help maintain the appearance of your side tray we recommend cleaning the
wood surfaces and steel brackets with a damp, soft cloth. Do not use abrasive
cleaning products. Depending on use, it may be necessary to tighten the screws
and hardware periodically to maximize the stability of the side tray
connection to the wood uprights.
Branch – SHELVING SYSTEM
To maintain the appearance of your shelving, we recommend cleaning the wood
uprights, shelves, desk and support brackets with a damp, soft cloth.
Do not use abrasive cleaning products. 