Instructions
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The relevant pictures to the right of these step-by step instructions can be enlarged by clicking on them.
This is the metric (mm) version. For the standard (ft and inch) version
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Step 1: Cut the pieces
Cut all the pieces to the lengths given in the cutting list.
The cutting list gives the wood size and the lengths.
Cut the longest pieces first to minimize waste (fig.1).
Step 2: Angle cut and assemble the back top
The back top comprises of pieces [e] and [f] as shown in the
plans.
Cut the angles on the 4 pieces required to make up the back top. Refer to the
back piece details for dimensions and the
plans for placement.
Glue and screw the pieces together. It should look the same as that shown in
fig.2a.
At this stage, the overall length of the back top is longer than required. It will need to be cut to the right length a bit further down the track.
Step 3: Assemble the side frames
Cut and shape the arms as shown in the arm detail plan.
Lay all the pieces that make up the two sides in place on a flat surface (fig.3).
Add glue where the pieces join and use clamps to hold everything firmly in place until the screwing process is completed.
Refer to the fixing details for screwing information.
Things to note: The front and back legs are not meant to be parallel. Refer to the
plan for correct placement.
You may need to place a temporary spacer (block of wood) between the bottom of the front and back leg to hold the side frame firmly in the correct position while it's being
clamped.
Make the spacer 25mm shorter than the side seat rail to achieve the correct side profile.
Step 4: Make a notch
Cut a notch in the wood on the inside edge of both back legs 32mm down from the top, in order to house the back top. See fig.4 and fig.4a.
This is best done by making multiple saw cuts 20mm deep across the notch area and then by cleaning the area out with a sharp chisel.
Step 5: Assemble the frame
Time to assemble the rest of the frame (fig.5).
Cut the back top unit to length so that it fits neatly into the notches in the back legs.
(Remember in step 2, the two horizontal back pieces were cut over length until such time as they could be measured exactly.)
Clamp the two side frames to the seat front and rear rails, ensuring that the two back legs are parallel.
Drill glue and screw the frame together.
For screwing details refer to the fixing detail diagram.
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