The Leaman™ Connecting Shelf
Table of Contents
Apprentice to Journeyman Installer
The purpose of this page is to outline the process for installing connecting shelves using the Leaman™. Prior to beginning this process, ensure the system rail is hung, and partitions are hung, level, plumb, and secured.
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Page Contents
Skill Requirements
Tools & Hardware
Installation Steps
Related Training Materials
Final Steps & Delivery
Certification
Tips from the Field
Terms & Definitions
BOM Codes
Types of Installation: Off-the-Floor, Floor-Based, Virtuoso, Wall Bed
Installer Level Required: Apprentice Installer
Products Required: TFL Material, Special Order
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Soft Faced Mallet
Drill Driver/Impact Drill
Phillips Bit
4mm Hex Key
The Leaman™ Dowel Drilling Jig
The Leaman™ Dowel Insertion Tool
Biscuit Joiner
Tape Measure
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Hardware Required
The Leaman™ Dowel
The Leaman™ Connector
8mm Euro Screw
19mm back-to-back applications
11mm Euro Screw
Thicker material applications
#20 Biscuits
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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be worn at all times when handling material and operating the power tools mentioned throughout this process. Review the PPE Matrix for further guidance.
If Applicable: Assemble the Leaman™ Insert into the partitions.
If Applicable: Insert the Leaman™ dowel into both shelf pieces.
Partitions may be sent with the inserts already in place, and will only need to be screwed in. Shelves may be sent with the dowels already in place.
On the adjoining fixed shelf, use a biscuit joiner to cut two #20 biscuit notches where the Connecting Shelf will mount.
Install the adjoining Leaman™ shelf by connecting the dowels into the partition inserts.
The location of the access hole will be indicated on the elevation using the following symbols:
v = Bottom of shelf
^ = Top of shelf
< - Left of Vertical Divider
> = Right of Vertical Divider
Lock the cam in the dowel using a 4mm hex wrench and rotate it 1/4 turn (90 degrees).
If Applicable: Cut the Connecting Shelf to size.
Prepare the biscuits to join the Connecting Shelf.
Install the Connecting Shelf.
If Applicable: Install standard backing or press-in backing panels.
Complete the remainder of the installation.
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Removing a Leaman Shelf
Unlock all Leaman™ Dowels by putting a 4mm Hex Key in the access hole and rotating ÂĽ turn counterclockwiseÂ
Pull the Part straight out until the Dowel plungers are no longer seated in the InsertsÂ
Tilt the Part and pull out the rest of the wayÂ
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Manually Drilling for a Leaman Dowel
The Leaman Dowel Drilling Jig can be used to assist with manually drilling a shelf for the Dowel.Â
Ensure the jig is set to the correct board thickness for the applicationÂ
Using a 12mm drill bit, drill the edge hole at least 45mm deep.Â
Next, use the jig to drill the ¼” access holeÂ
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Skeleton Fundamentals
Complete the Installation
The Leaman™ Shelf
System Touch Ups
Cleaning the System & Jobsite
Delivery to the Customer
PPE Matrix
Inspect the installation and complete any touch ups if necessary.
If there are no more components to install, remove all stickers/labels.
If there are no more components to install, complete the clean up process.
If there are no more components to install, complete the Professional Installation Experience by walking through the space with the customer and delivering the final product.
Tips from the Field
Tips submitted by fellow installers and leaders in the field. These optional tips are intended to make this install process simpler.
Click here to submit your own tip from the field.
BOM | Bill of Materials; parts list |
Elevation | The CAD Design Plan created by the Design Consultant with the client |
The Leaman | The Leaman is named in honor of Edward Leaman, our former Chief Brand & Design Officer. A leader and visionary, Edward helped evolve the California Closets brand by consciously “connecting” the work we do to who we are. He was humble, steadfast, and critical to defining our difference, which is exactly how The Leaman will distinguish the concealed visual appeal and experience of our Suite Hardware. |
BOM Codes
The purpose of this section is to provide guidance when confirming details on the BOM. This list includes all individual parts typically associated with this process.
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The codes in the table above are directly from the Corporate CAD database and may not reflect all codes included in the Supported Franchise Database or Independent Franchise Databases.