JOHN LEWIS Reed Sideboard User Manual
- June 7, 2024
- John Lewis
Table of Contents
JOHN LEWIS Reed Sideboard
YNG TAL 14 / RDT1 D:01.06.2020 / RN001
H65 W162 D41cm
Thank you for purchasing the Reed Sideboard. Please read the instructions and
warnings carefully before use, to ensure the safe and satisfactory operation
of this product. At John Lewis, we are committed to making great products
possible. From our in-house Design Team to our Buyers, we work together to
bring great design to life. Our expert Product Technologists work
collaboratively with our buyers and suppliers to assure the legality, safety,
and quality of the product we sell. We are all committed to designing and
developing products to the highest industry standards. We hope you are happy
with your product and welcome any feedback or comments you may have.
The John Lewis Team
Important safety information
Warnings
The product should only be used on firm, level ground.
Keep small parts out of reach of children.
Ensure the product is fully assembled as illustrated before use.
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.
Dont’s
× Do not over tighten screws or bolts.
× Do not stand on the product.
× Don does not use power tools to construct as overtightening and panel
failure may occur.
Your Sideboard
Fixtures and fittings
Step 1
Wedge Instructions
Parts, fittings, and tools
If the sideboard is not level on your floor use the wedge (C) provided, and
snap it off so that it does not protrude out from the cabinet’s leg, you can
also snap it lengthways if desired.
Wall Fixing Instructions
Parts, fittings, and tools
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 8). Then
return the unit to the position.
4 Secure the unit to the wall fixings with its 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 from tipping over it must be permanently fixed to the
wall.
Wall attached item only.
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, since 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 the 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 plugs if your walls are made of
brick, breezeblock, concrete, stone, or wood.
1. 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.
2. Plasterboard wall plug
For use when attaching light loads to plasterboard partitions.
3. Cavity Fixing wall plug
For use with plasterboard partitions or hollow wooden doors.
4. Cavity Fixing – Heavy Duty wall plug
For use when fitting or supporting heavy loads such as shelving, wall
cabinets, and coat racks.
5. Hammer Fixing wall plug
For use with walls stuck 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.
6. 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 disassembled to avoid personal injury or damage to the furniture. Please be careful to retain all fittings when doing this. (For fully or partial assemble 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.
Loading limit of the base unit
The recommended loading limit for the base unit is 70 kg.
Care Instructions
Wood Furniture
Wood displays different grain patterns depending on which way they 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 tabletops and drawer fronts by the way the slivers are arranged.
All timber surfaces will change color and mellow over time. New furniture will initially vary in shade from items that have been previously purchased.
Metal
Do not use any abrasive cleaner or harsh detergent as this can damage the
surface.
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comments on your new furniture. Please visit our website to leave a review.
Thank you.
Retain these instructions for future reference.
John Lewis Partnership
171 Victoria Street
London SW1E 5NN
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