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2 congratulations! Congratulations on your selection of Decorá cabinetry! It s a wise decision which adds beauty, style, and convenience to your home. This Owner s Guide contains important information, and we recommend that you retain it for future reference. In it, you will find a helpful installation guide, warranty details, and easy tips to help maintain the beauty of your Decorá cabinetry. It has been our pleasure to create fine Decorá cabinetry for you. Surely, its beauty and quality will enhance your home and add convenience to your family life and social gatherings for years to come. Thank you for placing your confidence in our company! P.3 P.7 Installation Guide Cabinet Care Guide lifetime LIMITED WARRANTY P.8 Lifetime Limited Warranty 3

3 installation guide please read this guide to help you install your cabinets. before you begin GATHER YOUR TOOLS. steel tape measure (5 ) scribing tool & pencil carpenter s level (min. 48 ) chalk line or string variable speed drill (minimum 9.6v) drill bits & screwdriver attachments stud finder 3-6 bar clamps or c clamps carpenter s square small carpenter s saw or circular saw claw hammer step ladder extension cord wood chisel pliers OPTIONAL: miter saw (80 tooth blade) OPTIONAL: air compressor & brad nailing gun ( /, 3 / 4, - / 4, & / brad nails) GATHER YOUR SUPPLIES. #0 / phillips pan head screws supplied with cabinets (use in both wall and base cabinets) tapered wood shims patching plaster & putty knife shims/cleat fine grade sand paper touch-up kit (markers, wax stick, and putty) step one: getting started Check all cabinets first. Inspect your master material list. Make sure you have all the cabinets and parts you have ordered. Inspect each cabinet carefully. All cabinets are subjected to numerous quality inspections and are carefully packaged before leaving the factory. Unfortunately, damage may occasionally occur in handling between the factory and final destination. If damage is discovered, place the cabinet back in the box and notify your place of purchase. Place cabinets in order. Arrange the cabinets into the order in which you will be installing them so that you can quickly find the right cabinet when you need it, preferably in a room other than the kitchen. important note: Remove the s and drawer boxes from the cabinets before installation by unscrewing the hinge from the cabinet frame. Remove drawers and shelving from cabinets to make handling easier and to prevent damage from occurring. Note all s and drawers to original cabinet, so that each can be quickly and easily re-installed. Collect all materials. cabinets flooring (if needed) lighting (if needed) plumbing materials (if needed) electrical materials (if needed) countertop paint & dry wall supplies 4 5

4 step one: getting started [continued] Map out utilities. Most states require that if a wall is opened up, all electrical and plumbing must be brought up to current code. Have a professional check that all codes are met. Run any new electrical wiring such as under or over cabinet lighting. If you are re-routing water or gas pipes or making changes to electrical outlets, hire a qualified specialist to do a safe and professional job. On older homes, with plaster walls, it is highly recommended to remove plaster, reinsulate, vapor barrier and sheet rock anew. important note: Shut off water to the sink and dishwasher. off gas or electricity to the range, cooktop, dishwasher, oven, and other appliances if appropriate. We suggest having a professional take care of this. Repair wall & floor surfaces. With the room empty, now is the time to prime walls, put on a first coat of paint, and/or install new flooring. Keep in mind, new flooring is easier to install now, but be sure to protect the surface until the kitchen is finished. The second coat of paint and any wallpapering should be completed after cabinets are installed. Wall Height Level Line figure step two: prepare your kitchen Evaluate room before starting. Locate the high point of the finished floor on each continuous wall cabinet run including appliances. Draw a map. (figure ) It is helpful to transfer your kitchen plan right onto the actual walls of your kitchen. If your finished floor is not yet installed, allow for the thickness of the flooring by adding the thickness to horizontal cabinet lines. Starting at the high point of your finished floor, mark horizontal lines on the walls as follows: The first horizontal line (base level line) should be drawn 34 / up from the high point on each continuous wall run. This mark will indicate the top of your base cabinets. (Standard base cabinets are 34 / high.) The second horizontal line (wall level line) can be drawn at 8 plus coutertop thickness above the base level line. This will indicate the bottom height of the wall cabinets. (Verify code) Draw a wall height level line for the top of the wall cabinets. This is calculated by adding base height countertop thickness 8 wall cabinet height. Place vertical markings of all cabinets to check actual cabinet dimensions against your layout. These lines aren t meant to be used to level or square cabinets. Wall Height Level Line Wall Height Line 30", 36" or 4" 8" countertop thickness If undercabinet lighting is used, bring the direct wire out of the wall / above the wall cabinet bottom line. Find and mark all the wall studs (generally 6 apart on center). Verify there is at least one stud behind each cabinet in the middle of a run. Verify there is at least two studs behind each cabinet at the end of a run. Base Level Line Base Line 34½" important note: If existing kitchen has soffits, measure from floor high point to bottom of soffit to be sure that cabinets will fit. 6 7

5 step three: hang the wall cabinets In most kitchens, it is best to begin the installation with the wall cabinets. This way there won t be any base cabinets to work around and you can more easily use a step-ladder. Start in the corner. Remove all s from wall cabinets. Starting in the corner, measure the wall from the corner out to the center of the first stud and mark location. Transfer this measurement to the back of the cabinet and mark a vertical line on the cabinet. Drill from the back of the wall cabinet on the line with a /8 or smaller bit, three holes on cabinets 30 high or less, four holes on cabinets taller than 30 (the holes should be positioned -3/4 down from the top and up from the bottom with additional holes equally spaced between and no closer than to any vertical edge). Hand start #0 x -/ phillips pan head installation screws from inside. important notes: Never use sheet rock screws. Only use #0 x -/ (supplied) through cabinets into walls and when joining cabinets. Use appropriate length wood screws. A x or 3/4 inside corner moulding may be positioned and attached at the wall level line to help support cabinets during installation. Install adjacent cabinets. Place the next cabinet on the wall at the reference line. Align the bottom and side rails with the other cabinets and attach to the wall. Leave screws loose. Use clamps to clamp the face frames of the two cabinets together. Pre-drill and attach to as described earlier. Use shims on back if needed. When attaching adjacent cabinets, pre-drill face frames. First, drill face frame to the depth of the first frame and then pre-drill the second face frame. For frame to frame installation, use an appropriate length wood screw: Cabinets less than 30 high use two screws. 30 high cabinets or taller use three screws. Check cabinet with a level on the front, sides and bottom. Make sure the back is fully supported with shims and does not bow into any imperfections in the wall. Screw in wall screws the rest of the way. Proper tightness and cabinet stability is d by drawing the screw down, until it just touches the back of the cabinet. If there is a gap to the wall, it should be filled with a shim. important note: Drill not only into wall but through attaching face frame to insure cabinets are secure. When adjacent cabinet is attached to previous cabinet, be sure to fully tighten the previous wall cabinet wall screws. Install only one cabinet at a time, always making sure it is level and square. The screws should be installed through the hanger rails or back spacer blocks. If this is not possible, additional blocking may be required. Do not install screws through the 3/6" back without additional support. The top edge of Wall cabinets is identified with a label on the face frame. Cabinets should be installed with the label positioned towards the ceiling. Hanging cabinets with the label facing the floor may require unnecessary field touch-up to hide the label. Place the cabinet on the wall level line and level in all directions. (/8 error here will put you / off 8 down your wall, double check squareness of starting cabinet.) Tighten screws until they are nearly tight. do not torque this cabinet, so that you may adjust it slightly to attach the next cabinet. 8 9 INSTALLATION GUIDE

6 step four: install base & tall cabinets important notes: Before installing any of these cabinets, be sure to measure, mark and cut openings for plumbing, power sources and other utilities. Start in the corner. Start installing base cabinets in the corner. Mount the corner cabinet to the wall using the marked horizontal line set at 34 / up from finished floor. It may need to be shimmed to align with the level line. Check that the cabinet is level and square before installing to the studs in the wall. If corner is a lazy susan base (Figure ) a x wood/metal strip must be placed at 34 / line to support countertop. Be sure that starting corner cabinet is square to both walls to insure a true 90 corner and a straight line for remaining cabinets. Attach base cabinets (figure ). Using clamps, align and join the cabinets at the base frames. Attach face frames the same way as wall cabinets, pre-drilling twice and using three appropriate length wood screws. Shim to fill uneven areas: Between wall and back of cabinet Between floor and bottom of base (Figure 3) Using a 48 or 60 level placed horizontally against the front/top face frame will tell you if cabinets are straight and where shims must be used. This will also keep your cabinets in a straight line. Failure to do this can result in damage to the cabinet if tightened to wall without shims to keep cabinet face frames straight and level. Attach the base cabinets to the wall the same way as the wall cabinets. When face frames of both cabinets are attached together and straight, then attach to wall. Check cabinet to see if it is level and square. figure figure figure 3 0 INSTALLATION GUIDE

7 step five: finishing touches Now that the cabinet frames are in place, it s time to add shelving, lighting, drawers, and other accessories. All cabinet frames have pre-drilled holes for quick and easy installation of shelving, drawers and other interior accessories. This also makes it simple to make s or add accessories later on. Install moulding and trim. Moulding cuts should be made through the face of the moulding towards its back. Prior to attaching the mitre cuts together, paint the mitre with touch-up markers. Attach mitre together. Finally, shoot brad nail through the moulding to the face frame of the cabinet box. Install s, drawers, & shelves. Re-attach s to their cabinets. Re-insert drawer boxes. Insert shelf clips at the height and place shelves. Install toe kick and scribe to cover seams. hinges. six-way adjustable hinges cam depth screw: Use this screw to adjust the depth of the. The range of depth is 3/3, or -/3. This is the distance the sets off the face frame. ing the depth will help compensate for any s which may be slightly bowed/warped. height : This is the screw that attaches the hinge to the face frame. all of the hinges of the and move the up/down until properly aligned. This maximum range of is /- /8. cam side : This is the screw used to adjust the gap between butt s. ing the cam screw will allow a maximum range of s of /- /8. cam side height cam depth screw Align s and drawers. First, make a final check on squareness by using a level on all horizontal and vertical cabinet surfaces. If any cabinet is out of square, now is the time to correct it. from the wall and use shims to properly square the cabinet. Reinstall s and drawers and get in perfect position to accept hardware. If s do not line up vertically (up and down) or where they meet (in the middle), adjust hinges. 70º hinges full overlay hinge left to right screw in and out screw up and down screw 3/4 overlay hinge left to right screw up and down screw in and out screw 3 INSTALLATION GUIDE

8 Hinge ments step five: ngefinishing ments touches [continued] hinges Bi-fold Hingecontinued. ngeclip ments nge ments CLIP Bi-fold Hinge Side /hinges ment bi-fold SIDE ADJUSTMENT: back position, stment CLIP CLIP Bi-fold Bi-fold Hinge Hinge CLIP Bi-fold Hinge Hinge ments Hinge ments Hinge ments Side - back stment stment position, stment t tt t Side back position, frontbi-fold screw tohinge CLIP CLIP Bi-fold CLIP Bi-fold Hinge Hinge position. Height ment. Press down on latch. Push latch towards back of drawer after pressing down. (Provides upward only.) Side Side Side / ment back front DEPTH front screw to Side /ADJUSTMENT: back Side screw to ment Side / ment Height ment position, position, back Side Side position, screws on back Side back back position, position, front screw to to position, position, front screw to tighten screws. front screw to front screw to position. front screw to front screw to screws on Gap ment HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT: screws on to position, ment to position, tighten screws. Height Height tighten screws. Height ment ment center gap screws screws on on adjust arm, screws on screws on screws on screws on to to position, position, to position, to position, to screws. position, tighten screws. tighten tighten to screws. position, tighten screws. tighten screws. tighten screws. - - Drawer front alignment. Drawer removal Reach under the drawer and squeeze the orange handles of both locking devices. While holding the handles, pull the drawer straight out and lift it off the runners. Door Removal and Installation center gap Gap ment center gap adjust arm, Gap ment Gadjust AP ADJUSTMENT: arm, Gap ment Release the lever under the hinge arm to remove. center gap center gap centerarm, gap adjust adjustplace arm, To reinstall, center center gap gap adjust arm, the hinge on the arm, adjust adjust arm, center gap plate and push the back adjust - arm, with finger pressure. The "CLIP" sound confirms a oor Removal and Installation secure attachment. Door Removal Removal and and Installation Installation Door Release the lever underdoor Removal and Installation Release the lever under the hinge arm to remove. Release the lever under Release under the hingethe armlever to remove. oor Removal Removal and and Installation Installation oor the hinge arm to remove. the hinge arm to remove. oortoremoval and the Installation reinstall, place To reinstall, place the Release under Release the lever under 4 on the hinge the lever the hinge arm to remove. the hinge arm tothe remove. Release lever under plate andthe push back To reinstall, place the To reinstall, the hinge on theplace hinge on the hinge on the plate and push the back plate and push the back platefinger and push the back with pressure. The 5

9 step five: finishing touches [continued] Drawer front alignment. Drawer installation Place drawer on the runners (either extended or retracted) and close. The locking devices will automatically engage with the runners. Open drawer completely to confirm both locking devices have engaged. cabinet care guide Your Decorá cabinetry is distinguished by a beautiful multi-step exterior finish. Nature s fingerprint is never the same in two pieces of wood, and the experts at Decorá have carefully finished your cabinetry to highlight and complement the naturally occurring variations in color and grain. The Decorá finish is as durable as it is beautiful. A catalyzed varnish topcoat creates an easy-care surface that protects your cabinetry from many common spills, moisture, and everyday wear. The Decorá finish will remain beautiful with very little maintenance. Follow these tips on basic care and you will enjoy your Decorá cabinetry for years to come: Tilt Rotate tab on rear hook for title s.. After installation is complete, wipe the cabinets with a soft, clean cloth dampened with water. Dry immediately with another clean, soft cloth.. Regular cleaning requires only wiping with a dampened cloth and then drying. Remove oil, grease, or general soil by using a clean cloth dampened with a fresh solution of mild soap and water. Rinse with a clean cloth dampened with clean water and then dry thoroughly. 3. Warning: Excess moisture is one of the worst enemies of any finish. Sink, range, dishwasher, oven and baseboard areas are most susceptible to this. Promptly remove water spills and excess moisture from cabinets, using a clean, soft cloth. install hardware. When installing handles and pulls remember that hardwood s are susceptible to splintering when drilled. Drill from the front of the through to the back of the into a tightly clamped piece of wood block using a 3/6 drill bit. A touch up marker can conceal small installation problems. For bi-fold corner cabinet s, countersink the head of the hardware screw to avoid scratching cabinet face frame. 4. Avoid using harsh detergents, strong soaps, abrasive cleaners, or self-polishing waxes when cleaning; avoid using ammonia solutions on or near cabinets. These substances could have a deteriorating effect on the finished surface. 5. Avoid using a dishcloth to clean or dry cabinets, as it may contain remnants of detergent or grease. 6. Cover nicks and scratches with a tinted putty stick, such as the one included in the Decorá Touch-Up Kit. 7. We do not recommend waxing. Over time, waxing and polishing compounds may build up on the surface causing a hazy, streaky appearance. touch up entire job. enjoy your new kitchen. 6 w w w. D e c o r a c a b i n e t s. c o m 7 CABINET CARE GUIDE

10 LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY Decorá warrants to the original consumer purchaser for as long as they own their home that Decorá Cabinetry products will be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use. This warranty is only applicable to products used in residential applications within the United States and is not transferable to subsequent owners. Original Consumer Purchaser means the person who owns and occupies the home in which the product is initially installed, or purchases the dwelling from the builder / contractor/ developer and is the first occupant of that dwelling. What This Limited Warranty Does Not Cover This Limited Warranty does not apply to Product: (i) installed outs; (ii) used for purposes for which it is not designed or intended by Decorá; (iii) which has been subjected to misuse, vandalism, abuse, negligence, or accident; (iv) which has been improperly stored (if Product must be stored, it should be covered and stored in a humidity/temperature controlled environment away from direct sunlight); (v) which has been improperly installed, cleaned or maintained; (vi) which has been subjected to improper temperature and/or humidity extremes (temperature outside the range of 50-85ºF, humidity outside the range of 30-55%); (vii) fire, flood, and acts of God; (viii) exhibiting normal wear and tear; and (ix) not purchased in, or installed in, the United States. In addition, natural woods may vary in color and characteristics and exhibit subtle changes as they age. For example, painted s, drawer fronts and face frames may eventually have visible cracking around the joint area and cabinet colors may darken or lighten over time. Sunlight, smoke, and other environmental conditions may also affect the color and integrity of your finish over time. These variations are considered to be the nature of the material in relation to their environmental exposure and are not covered under this Limited Warranty. Certain household cleaners and other substances may also affect the color and integrity of the Product s finish over time. Any such effects on the color and/or integrity of the finish over time are not covered by this Limited Warranty. Decorá includes cabinetry care instructions with the Product, and those instructions are also available from Decorá or its authorized dealers. Warranty Holder s Sole and Exclusive Remedy Under This Limited Warranty In the event of non-conformity in workmanship or materials in one or more components of the Product, Decorá s sole obligation is, at its sole option, to repair or replace any nonconforming component. This is the warranty holder s sole and exclusive remedy for the Product under this Limited Warranty. By way of example but not limitation, the following costs and expenses are not covered by this Limited Warranty: (i) labor costs for the removal, or reinstallation of the Product, or non conforming part thereof; (ii) labor costs or material charges for the removal, reinstallation, replacement or refinishing of other items or building materials (such as, but not limited to, counters, sinks, tiles, flooring, appliances, or plumbing fixtures) which must be removed, replaced, reinstalled or refinished in order to repair or replace the non-conforming Product. When a claim for warpage/joint separation/wood growth is submitted, Decorá may, at its sole option and after inspection, defer action for months to allow the Product to acclimate to the installed environment. The repair or replacement obligations under this Limited Warranty are contingent upon the current product offerings of styles and construction options within the Decorá products at the time of the warranty claim. If a warranty claim is filed for an obsolete Product, and Decorá elects to repair or replace the non-conforming obsolete Product, Decorá reserves the right, at its sole option, to honor its repair or replacement obligations under this Limited Warranty by either: ) replacing the affected component with a new component of the same style; or ) replacing the affected component and any other component(s) to a uniform appearance with a similar and comparable product style of the originally purchased style. If components are replaced or repaired, Decorá cannot guarantee that the finish of these replacements or repaired Product will exactly match the finish and appearance of other Product installed at the premises. This is due to the changes that occur during the woods natural aging process, affecting its color and grain. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES THE FOREGOING LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF AND EXCLUDES ALL OTHER WARRANTIES NOT EXPRESSLY SET FORTH HEREIN, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, BY OPERATION OF LAW OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. TO THE EXTENT THAT ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES MAY NONETHELESS EXIST BY OPERATION OF LAW, ANY SUCH WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION PROVIDED BY THAT LAW. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE. EVEN IF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS DEEMED TO HAVE FAILED OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE, IN NO EVENT WILL DECORÁ S ENTIRE LIABILITY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT WARRANTED HERE UNDER, OR THE NON-CONFORMING PORTION THEREOF, WHICHEVER IS THE LESSER AMOUNT. Warranty Claims To obtain benefits under this Limited Warranty, contact your authorized Decorá dealer or distributor, who will arrange for inspection of the Product. A dated sales receipt as proof of purchase is required to obtain benefits from this Limited Warranty. If you have difficulty obtaining assistance, please write to: Decorá Customer Service One MasterBrand Cabinets Drive Jasper, Indiana Decorá is a subsidiary of MasterBrand Cabinets, Inc. 8 9

11 Decorá is a certified brand in the Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers Association (KCMA) Environmental Stewardship Program. The program recognizes companies that demonstrate an ongoing commitment to environmental practices and sustainability. lifetime LIMITED WARRANTY WOOD DUST CAUTION! SAWING, SANDING OR MACHINING WOOD PRODUCTS CAN PRODUCE WOOD DUST WHICH CAN CAUSE A FLAMMABLE OR EXPLOSIVE HAZARD. WARNING: Modifications to this product can release wood dust, a substance known to the State of California to cause cancer. Wood dust may cause lung, upper respiratory tract, eye and skin irritation. Some wood species may cause dermatitis and/or respiratory allergic effects. The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has classified wood dust as a nasal carcinogen in humans. Avoid dust contact with ignition source. Avoid prolonged or repeated breathing of wood dust in air. Avoid dust contact with eyes and skin. First Aid: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. In case of contact, flush eyes and skin with water. If irritation persists, call a physician. FOR A WOOD DUST MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet), CONTACT A Division of MasterBrand Cabinets, Inc. One MasterBrand Cabinets Drive Jasper, Indiana Product photography and illustrations have been reproduced as accurately as printing technologies permit. To ensure highest satisfaction, we strongly recommend you view an actual sample for best color, wood grain and finish representation. 0 MasterBrand Cabinets, Inc. All rights reserved. DECORÁ is a registered trademark of MBCI OWNGUIDE