May one disassemble and reassemble items made of separate pieces (like a multi-part candelabra, chair, or table) on Yom Tov?
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Items composed of multiple separate pieces (chatikhot chatikhot) that are not glued or permanently joined may be disassembled and reassembled on Yom Tov, provided one does not hammer or forcefully secure the pieces.
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