Crate & Barrel Ascend 55 Open Storage Unit Assembly Instruction

ASCEND WIDE STACKING SHELVES

HARDWARE

Thank you for purchasing the Ascend Wide Stacking
Shelves. This page lists all the contents included in the

box. Please take time to identify the hardware as well
as the individual components of this product. As you
unpack and prepare for assembly, place the contents
on a carpeted or padded area to protect them from
damage.
Note: 2 people are required to safely stack and secure
these units.

10 - short
screws

2 - drywall anchors 2 - wall straps

Missing hardware? Please call 800.606.6387 for replacements.

2 - long
screws

2- mending
plates

4 - strap
brackets

TOOLS REQUIRED

Phillips Head Screwdriver

Drill with 1/4” diameter drill bit

Hammer

1 With the assistance of another adult, stack shelving units as shown, with pilot holes on each shelf at the back. Note: Do
not stack over 5 units high.
Align 1 mending plate with each set of pilot holes and attach with 4 short screws per plate. Secure, but do not over tighten
each screw with a phillips head screwdriver.

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ASCEND WIDE STACKING SHELVES

2 Attach 2 strap brackets to back of the top shelving unit with 2 short screws. Secure with a phillips head screwdriver.

WALL MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS

These instructions are for drywall mounting only.

For safe installation it is essential to use hardware
appropriate for your wall type. Mount to wood wall
studs whenever possible. If you are unsure of what
type of fasteners to use, consult your local hardware
store or a qualified professional. This product is only
deterrent, it is not a substitute for proper adult
supervision.

A. With the assistance of another adult, place the unit in
desired location against the wall. Mark the location of the
strap brackets installed in Step 2 on the wall. Move the
unit out of the workspace.
B. Drill 2 - 1/4”diameter holes at each mark on the wall.
Insert 1 drywall anchor into each hole and gently tap with
a hammer until flush with the wall surface.
C. Insert 1 long screw through each strap bracket and
into the drywall anchor. Secure, but do not over tighten
with a Phillips head screwdriver.
D. Place the shelving unit back into position against the
wall and thread the wall strap through both brackets and
pull until tight.

D

C

A, B

CLEANING AND CARE

Clean surfaces with a dry or damp soft cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners. Do not use furniture wax or polish as the
wood is finished with a protective clear lacquer.

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