slides are able to open and close so
easily because of their mechanism the
two most common types of mechanisms are
ball bearing and roller ball bearing
slides are made from high-grade steel
and the components right on ball
bearings have provided smooth quiet
operation these slides also typically
have a lever release feature that allows
for easy drawer removal for side mount
slides just press down on the lever on
one side and up on the opposing lever to
disengage a mechanism and pull the
drawer out to return the drawer line up
the slides and push until you hear the
click indicating that the slide parts
have reengaged
with undermount slides open the drawer
and reach underneath the pressed levers
on the locking mechanisms then lift the
drawer off the slides to return the
drawer make sure the pins at the back of
the slides are set in the holes in the
back of the drawer and then push until
the locking device is click roller
slides are an economical alternative to
ball bearings they provide smooth
operation in a low profile but they
don't offer as many options in terms of
extension and weight rating drawers with
these slides can be removed by pulling
them all the way out and lifting up on
the front to return the drawer just fit
the rollers at the back into the cabinet
slide and glide it back in if you have
more questions contact the experts in
our tech services department or visit
your local Rockler retailer you can also
check out our catalog or go online at
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