
parsons bookcase
assembly instructions
! Tools supplied: Tools required:
! Do not throw away packaging materials until assembly is complete.
! Assemble this item on a soft surface, such as cardboard or carpet, to protect fi nish.
! Proper assembly of this item requires 2 people.
Hardware
AB
Bolt 20x Flat washer 20x
CD
Spring washer 20x
Anti tip kit 2x
dowel 16x
Mounting Plate 2x
Nylon Strap 2x
Small Screw 4x Large Screw 4x
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parsons bookcase
assembly instructions
1. Lay 1 bookcase end on a soft surface upright like the drawing shows. Next align 4 shelves by the
holes in the end. Insert the dowels (D) into the holes on the end of shelf like drawing shows. Slide the
shelves up against the bookcase end and bolt through the bottom of the shelf with bolt (A),spring washer (C), then the at washer (D). Tighten with the supplied allen key.
Dowel
CB
A
Allen
key
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2. Repeat procedure of step 1 for the other side of the bookcase.
parsons bookcase
assembly instructions
Allen
key
Dowel
A
CB
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parsons bookcase
assembly instructions
3. Slide top panel over the bookcase ends. Bolt together using bolts (A), spring washers (C), then
at washers (B). Tighten with allen key.
B
C
A
Allen
key
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parsons bookcase
assembly instructions
NOTICE:
To prevent injury and property damage from unexpected tipping of furniture, we highly
recommend installation of the anti-tip kit included with this product.
Attaching bookcase to wall with anti-tip kits.
1. Determine where the bookcase is to be placed and mark location on the wall for the mounting bracket
screw holes. They should be placed approximatly 1” below the top on the back of the bookcase.
2. Attach the mounting bracket vertically to the wall by inserting the long screws provided through the
holes in the bracket and tightening securely using screwdriver. Screws must penetrate wall studs for
proper installation.
3. Next using the short screws attach the 2nd bracket to the back of the bookcase top.
4. Lace the nylon strap down through the brackets. Slide the thin end of the strap through the
receiving end of the nylon strap. Pull to tighten bookcase snug against wall.
5. Repeat for second tip kit
Long
screws
Short
screws
NOTE: There will be extra pieces left over from the anti-tip kit, please discard.
CARE INSTRUCTIONS
Hardware may loosen overtime. Periodically check that all connections are tight.
Wipe with a soft, dry cloth. To protect nish, avoid the use of chemicals and household cleaners.
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