Tall Utility Install Instructions

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Tall Cabinet Installation Instructions
CAUTION: Never use nails to mount cabinets. The use of nails may void your factory warranty, written or implied.
Before starting the installation
These instructions are intended as supplemental reference for those who have the appropriate skills and experience to safely and
successfully install cabinetry, including familiarity with basic carpentry principles and safe and proper tool use. Wall framing and construction
can vary greatly, and these instructions may not describe all construction methods. Also, there may be electric, plumbing, gas lines or other
utilities behind the wall, for which contact must be avoided during installation. If for any reason after reading these instructions you do not
feel condent in the ability to safely and successfully install this cabinetry, please contact a licensed contractor for installation. MasterBrand
Cabinets is not responsible for improper installation or property damage.
WARNING: Electric, plumbing, gas lines and other utilities, are frequently installed or embedded behind walls where cabinets are being installed. Before
drilling any holes or driving any screws, be sure you will not be making contact with any of these utilities. Failure to follow these instructions may result in
property damage and serious or fatal injury. If you do not feel condent in your ability to insure that you will not make contact with utilities behind a wall
during installation, please contact a licensed contractor to install the cabinets.
Step 1: Inspect New Cabinets
All cabinets are subjected to quality inspections before leaving the factory, and have been carefully packaged to prevent damage during
shipping and handling. Unfortunately, damage may occur occasionally in handling between the factory and the nal destination. Inspect
each cabinet carefully. If damage is discovered, place the cabinet back into the carton and notify retailer of purchase.
Step 2: Determine Cabinet Placement
Remove baseboard and other objects on the wall area where the cabinets are to be installed. Using a
straight edge and a level, nd the high point in the oor where the cabinets are to be installed. From the high
point, mark a level horizontal line on each wall where the cabinets will be attached. From the level lines, mark
another parallel level horizontal line 84” for the tall cabinet heights. The top of the base, tall & wall cabinets
will be located at these marks.
Step 3: Prepare For Cabinet Installation
Locate the studs with a stud nder and mark where the cabinets are to be installed. Remove all the doors,
drawers and adjustable shelving from the cabinets before installation. This will reduce weight and allow
easier access during installation.
Step 4: Begin Cabinet Installation
Start installing the base cabinets in the corner (if applicable). Follow the base cabinet instructions and work
towards the tall cabinet unit. Using clamps, align and join the adjacent cabinets together at the face frames.
Make sure that the face frames align both on the face and vertically. With a
3
∕
32
” drill bit, drill starter holes
through the face frames near the top and bottom. Insert and tighten the 2½” screws.
Shim
Shim
Shim
2"
Min.
Use level to
draw line
Floor not
level
High point
Level
54″
35″
84″
54″
35″
Stud marks
84″
Tools Needed:
• Tape Measure
• Stud Finder
• Level
• Pencil
• Clamps
• Square
Materials Needed:
• Wood Shims
• 2½” Trim Head or Flat Head Wood Screws
• 2½” Round Washer Head Wood Screws
• Drill with
3
∕
32
” Bit
• Phillips Head Screwdriver
and drill driver bit