step 2 Follow these instructions to install your parts and accessories.

benchtop join kit

installation guide Things you need to know

• Always read the full instructions prior to installation. • Make sure you always use personal protection equipment like a mask, ear muffs and safety glasses when using . • These instructions relate specifically to the joining of two benchtop pieces, for complete instructions on how • Please refer to the Monarch Mini website for the material to prepare and then install your benchtops, refer to the safety data sheet (MSDS) for the PVA glue contained within instructions received with your new benchtop or the this pack. kaboodle website. • Please refer to the back page of these instructions for more • Not suitable for stone or engineered stone benchtops. detailed information on the pre-moistened wipes contained in this kit.

Hardware included

A B C D E F

12mm benchtop 40ml Monarch Mini adhesive spreading cleaning wipes x1 spanner x1 No. 20 biscuits x4 x5 PVA glue x1 sticks x2 pack

Tools you will need To install your Kaboodle benchtops, you will need the following tools.

Personal Cordless Tape Clamps protection Combination Fine tooth Pencil Measure (quick release) e q u i p m e n t (ppe)

Spirit level Rubber 30-40mm bore (900mm recommended) 10mm or spade bit

W-50347 Ver. 9 p. 1 100mm 1. preparing for benchtop joins manufacturer’s instructions. usage, pleaserefer to the benchtops. For proper natural wood ormanufactured effective meansofjoining It provides anaccurate, for cutting andjoining. The biscuitjoinerisdesigned the benchtops. aligning andreinforcing of as they canassist withthe to consider addingbiscuits, benchtops you may wish Biscuits: Whenjoining the bore holesfor thejoiners. indicates theedgepositionof edge ofthebenchtop. This line straight line20mminfrom the benchtop, measure andmarka On theundersideof 1. joining benchtops benchtops less than30mmthick. recommended for usewith Note: Biscuitsnot 600mm step 2

10mm 35mm diameter Min hole the middlebenchtop joiner. 2 to give you thepositionof the two marksanddivide by Measure thespace between the edgeofeachbenchtop. Measure andmark100mmfrom with thefirst biscuitslot spaced between bore holes, biscuits shouldbeequally biscuits. Asageneral rule, allow for even spacingbetween benchtops. Ensure markings biscuits to begluedbetween 1. Marklocation ofthe slots pleaseskipto step 4. purchased withpre-cut biscuit If your benchtops have been avoid misalignment. other onboth benchtops to cut directly across from each Note: Ensure biscuitslotsare cut edge20mm Hole setbackfrom 100mm holes between outer Space evenly 100mm 600mm line previously marked. should just touch the20mm The edgeofthebore bit bit, drillto adepthof25mm. Using a35mm hingebore before gluing. biscuits to ensure proper fit slots, itisbest to trialjoin 4. After cutting thebiscuit debris from biscuitslots. 3. Remove any and benchtop. to pushthebladeinto the considerable force isrequired is properly secured, as Ensure thebenchtop manufacturer’s instructions). the biscuitjoiner(refer to 2. Cutbiscuitslotswith first bore hole. edge ofthebenchtop andthe inserted between thefront 2. prior to installing benchtops. inserted into corner cabinets Note: Ensure shelves are 20mm 5mm 5mm benchtop joinkit a dampcloth. Remove any excess gluewith a flushjoin. with arubbermalletto achieve may need to gentlytapthetop benchtop remains flush. You whilst ensuringthetop ofthe succession sothey are secure Tighten thebenchtop joinersin 10mm openendspanner. they holdinto positionwitha Gently tighten thejoinersuntil ensure that itiseven andflush. front edgeofthebenchtop to diagram. Alignthetop and into theholesasshown inthe the benchtop insertthejoiners and starting from thefront of the2piecesPush together, glue. Donotusesilicone. are completely covered with ensuring that bothjoinfaces (PVA) to bothfaces ofthejoin, exterior wood working glue facing upward. Liberally apply position withthetop sides Place thebenchtops into the bore holes. must bethesamedepthas opposing hole. The channel wide channelto joineach and achisel,create a10mm Using afine tooth wood saw 3. to crack. may causethebenchtop bench joiners.Overtightening Note: Donotovertighten 5mm 5mm once cutout Final look Ver. 9 20mm W-50347 p. 2 step 2 step

benchtop join kit

Wipes PVA glue

WARNING: Keep out of reach WARNING: Keep out of reach of children. Avoid contact with of children. Avoid contact with damaged skin and eyes. Rinse damaged skin and eyes. Rinse immediately with plenty of immediately with plenty of water if in contact with eyes, USAGE: Pull back resealable water if in contact with eyes, seek medical advice. label, remove required wipes seek medical advice. INGREDIENTS: Aqua, Fatty and re-seal. Store in a cool dry DIRECTIONS: 1. Ensure surface alcohol alkoxylate, Propylene place with good ventilation and is clean and dry. 2. Apply glue Glycol, Benzalkonium Chloride, away from any ignition sources. liberally to one side only. 3. Cetylpyridinium Chloride, Do not use on porous surfaces. and remove any excess Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Always test in a discreet glue using a damp cloth. Leave Methylisothiazolinone, location before use. for us to 24 hrs before applying 2-Bromo-2-Nitropropane- NOTE: Dispose of wipes any stress. 1,3-Diol, Isopropyl Alcohol, properly, do not place in Tetrasodium EDTA, Parfum a toilet.

Caring for your kaboodle benchtop Looking after your cabinets is really easy and with the right We offer a dedicated customer service line for advice or any care and maintenance they will last you for many years. Just questions you may have mon kaboodle products. follow these simple steps and if you need any more information you can contact us: Australia: 1800 666 078 Monday to Friday Call customer service on: between 8:00am and 6:00pm AEST. New Zealand: 0800 522 Australia: 1800 666 078 Monday to Friday between 663 Monday to Friday between 8:00am and 5:00pm NZST or 8.00am and 6.00pm AEST email: [email protected]. New Zealand: 0800 522 663 Monday to Friday between Timber benchtops are very easy to keep clean and should 8.00am and 5.00pm NZST or email: [email protected] be regularly wiped with a damp cloth or sponge using warm soapy water or an all purpose, non- cleaning product. Never use a saturated cloth or sponge, harsh chemicals or thinner based cleaners on your timber benchtop. Avoid sharp objects that may cut, scratch or the timber benchtop. step 1 Never cut directly on the benchtop or put any hot pots or pans Your Kaboodle directly on the surface. The first thing you need to do with cabinet is now complete. your timber benchtop is seal it with a suitable food preparation sealant following the manufacturer’s application instructions. Don’t forget to seal the whole benchtop including around any cut outs for your sink or cooktop. Once the benchtop is coated it is water resistant but not waterproof, so always try to attend step 4 step 2 to spills as soon as possible. If a timber benchtop is damaged, it Finish off your Finish off your can be sanded and re-coated with Kaboodle Kitchen Kaboodle Kitchen your selected sealant. by installing your by installing your benchtop. benchtop. Laminate benchtops are very easy to keep clean and should be regularly wiped with a damp cloth or sponge using warm soapy water or an all purpose, non-abrasive cleaning product. Never step 3 use a saturated cloth or sponge, harsh chemicals or thinner based cleaners on your laminate benchtop. Avoid sharp objects Next, follow the instructions to fit that may cut, scratch or gauge the benchtop and never cut your doors and directly on the benchtop or put any hot pots or pans directly panels. on the surface. If the laminate is severely damaged, avoid any moisture near the exposed area as liquids will damage the inside of the benchtop and it may swell. W-50347 Ver. 9 p. 3