Decide Installation Sequence CAUTION: Do not use nails to install base or wall cabinets. Use the screws provided. Using nails will void the product warranty and may allow cabinets to fall from the wall. At this point, decide which cabinets you want to install first - base cabinets or wall cabinets. This instruction deals first with base cabinets; if you want to start with wall cabinets, go to Section Three. There are advantages to either installation sequence: Wall Cabinets First You won't have to reach over base cabinets to install the upper cabinets. Base Cabinets First After base cabinets are installed, you can place a sheet of plywood or particleboard on the base cabinets and use them as a tool bench. You can lift wall cabinets onto the plywood and use a precise spacer to lift wall cabinets the proper height above the countertop. This spacer method is useful for components (like appliance garages and tall cabinets, refrigerators, etc.) that require consistent spacing between the base and wall cabinets. This spacing method works only if base cabinets are installed correctly first. Unpack Cabinets Figure 9 Inspect all cartons for damage. Report any damage to your dealer immediately. Open only the cartons you will need. Leave other cabinets cartoned, out of your way, and safe from damage. The product label is located on the front top left-hand corner on each carton. This will assist in determining the top and front of each carton. Lay cartons on the back, one at a time. Cut bottom tape only; do not cut sides. Fold back bottom flaps or cut them off. Stand upright and lift carton off top.