
ASPECT
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Component List
6231
A - Phillips Screwdriver
x 1
B - 4mm Hex Wrench
x 1
C - 1/4-20 x 10mm Screw
x 6
D - M4 x 37mm Screw
x 6
E - Short Pull
x 2
F - Long Pull
x 1
G - Desk
x 1
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Aspect is engineered for easy assembly. Carefully follow this
procedure to prevent any damage.
Do not use power tools for assembly of this product.
Placement and Maintenance
Aspect is designed for indoor use on level floors. Clean steel parts
and wood veneer with a moist cloth.
Step 1
Unpack and Identify
Unpack and identify the components at left. Note that some
components are shipped inside the desk. The assembly workspace
should be a non-marring surface such as carpet. For missing
hardware pieces, please contact BDI Customer Service at
customerservice@bdiusa.com. For all other concerns, please
contact your BDI Retailer.
Step 2
Remove Cardboard Corner Protectors (J) from packaging then
remove Desk (G) and remaining contents.
H - Legs
x 2
I - Lateral File Bar
x 1
J - Cardboard Corner
Protector
x 4
J
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Step 3
Carefully rest the Desk (G) safely on its back, then slightly loosen screws of
Base Stretcher (K).
C x 4
K
C
H
C
Step 4
Insert Legs (H) into the Base Stretcher (K) ensuring the holes on the tabs in
Legs (H) align with the holes of the Base Stretcher (K), as shown in Fig.1.
Step 5
Attach Legs (H) to Desk (G) and Base Stretcher (K) using Screws (C), as
shown in Fig. 2. Using the 4mm Hex Wrench (B), tighten all screws.
G
H
H
K
Aligned
Holes
K
C x 2
Fig.1
H
Fig.2
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CAUTON: FOLLOW THIS STEP CAREFULLY TO AVOID DAMAGE TO YOUR
FLOOR.
Step 6
Place 2 of the 4 Cardboard Corner Protectors (J) from packaging underneath
the installed desk Legs (H). With the help of another person, carefully tip cabinet
upright onto Legs (H). Slide Cardboard Corner Protectors (J) out from underneath desk Legs (H).
H
J
2 Person Task
J
Step 7
Install Pulls (E and F) onto the Desk using Screws (D). The work
surface can be accessed by pulling on the underside of the main
drawer body.
To access
worksurface,
pull drawer
from bottom.
F x 1
E x 2
D x 4
D x 2
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Step 8
Optional - Install File Bars
Legal File Folders can be installed in the lateral drawer facing left-to-right
without installing File Bars.
Letter File Folders can be installed in the lateral drawer facing left-to-right
by lowering Lateral File Bar (I) onto drawer sides as illustrated below.
LSF310
Lock Core
Locking Key
Removable
- key
Core Removal Key
All desk drawers are pre-assembled with matching locks. If you require
unique locks for your home or office use, please contact BDI Customer
Service at customerservice@bdiusa.com to purchase a unique lock and
key replacement kit which includes a lock core, two locking keys and a
core removal key. To replace the lock please follow the instructions below.
Optional - Lock Removal and Installation
1. Using locking key, turn lock fully clockwise.
2. Remove locking key and insert core removal key into the lock.
3. Pull lock core straight out from cylinder body using core removal key.
5. Insert new lock core into cylinder body until the lock core is completely
in the cylinder body and pull core removal key out.
I x 1
Locking Key
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