VITTSJÖ Shelving Unit
Brand: IKEA
Important Safety Information
WARNING! Serious or fatal crushing injuries can occur from furniture tip over. To prevent tip over, this furniture must be used with the wall attachment device(s) provided.
Screw(s) and plug(s) for the wall are not included. Use screw(s) and plug(s) suitable for your walls. If you are uncertain, seek professional advice. Read and follow each step of the instruction carefully.
⚠️ This product requires wall attachment to prevent tipping. Ensure you use appropriate wall fixings for your wall type.
Parts and Hardware
The following parts and hardware are included or required for assembly:
Frame Components:
- Long metal rods (for base and top frame)
- Shorter metal rods (for crossbars and shelf supports)
- Vertical metal poles
Hardware:
- Knob screws (Part 122158 / 143131): 6x (for base frame), 2x (for top frame), 2x (for final supports)
- Screws (Part 107615 / 107616): 36x (various steps), 12x (various steps), 1x (step 5), 5x (step 6), 8x (step 9), 1x (step 12), 3x (step 13), 1x (step 15), 3x (step 16), 2x (step 17)
- Screws (Part 123723 / 124694): 12x (step 18), 6x (step 19), 6x (step 20)
- Screws (Part 150982 / 150984): 2x (step 11), 4x (step 14), 1x (step 15)
- Brackets (Part 150985 / 150987): 6x (for base frame), 2x (for top frame), 1x (step 12), 3x (step 13), 3x (step 16)
- Brackets (Part 150982 / 150984): 1x (step 12), 4x (step 14), 1x (step 15)
- Shelf supports (Part 123741 / 107091): 9x (for shelf placement), 18x (for glass shelves)
Note: Screws and plugs for wall attachment are not included.
Assembly Steps
- Step 1: Assemble Base Frame
Connect two long base frame pieces using four short crossbars. Secure these connections with 6x knob screws (Part 122158 / 143131) and 6x brackets (Part 150985 / 150987). - Step 2: Attach Vertical Poles (Part 1)
Insert the bottom of the first set of vertical support poles into the designated slots on the base frame. Ensure correct orientation as indicated by the diagram [Correct Insertion Symbol]. - Step 3: Secure Vertical Poles (Part 1)
Fasten the first set of vertical support poles to the base frame using 2x screws (Part 107615 / 107616) per pole. - Step 4: Attach Vertical Poles (Part 2)
Insert the bottom of the second set of vertical support poles into the designated slots on the base frame. - Step 5: Attach Horizontal Support (Part 1)
Attach a horizontal support bar to the second set of vertical poles. Use 1x screw (Part 107615 / 107616) per connection point. - Step 6: Attach Horizontal Supports (Part 2)
Attach more horizontal support bars to the second set of vertical poles. Use 5x screws (Part 107615 / 107616) per connection point. - Step 7: Assemble Top Frame
Connect two long top frame pieces using two short crossbars. Secure with 2x knob screws (Part 122158 / 143131) and 2x brackets (Part 150985 / 150987). - Step 8: Position Top Frame
Place the assembled top frame onto the vertical support poles. An arrow indicates downward placement [Downward Arrow]. - Step 9: Secure Top Frame
Fasten the top frame to the vertical support poles. Use 8x screws (Part 107615 / 107616) per connection point. - Step 10: Attach Final Base Supports
Attach the final long horizontal support pieces to the base. Use 2x knob screws (Part 122158 / 143131) and 2x brackets (Part 150985 / 150987). - Step 11: Attach Shelf Supports (Part 1)
Attach the first set of horizontal shelf support bars to the vertical poles. Use 4x screws (Part 150982 / 150984) per connection point. - Step 12: Attach Shelf Supports (Part 2)
Attach the second set of horizontal shelf support bars. Use 1x screw (Part 107615 / 107616) and 1x bracket (Part 150985 / 150987) per connection point. - Step 13: Attach Shelf Supports (Part 3)
Attach more horizontal shelf support bars. Use 3x screws (Part 107615 / 107616) and 3x brackets (Part 150985 / 150987) per connection point. - Step 14: Attach Shelf Supports (Part 4)
Attach the final set of horizontal shelf support bars. Use 4x screws (Part 150982 / 150984) per connection point. - Step 15: Attach Shelf Supports (Part 5)
Attach more horizontal shelf support bars. Use 1x screw (Part 107615 / 107616) and 1x bracket (Part 150982 / 150984) per connection point. - Step 16: Attach Shelf Supports (Part 6)
Attach the final set of horizontal shelf support bars. Use 3x screws (Part 107615 / 107616) and 3x brackets (Part 150985 / 150987) per connection point. - Step 17: Attach Diagonal Cross Braces
Attach diagonal cross braces at the back of the unit. Use 2x screws (Part 107615 / 107616) per brace. - Step 18: Attach Top Shelf
Attach the top shelf using 6x screws (Part 123723 / 124694). - Step 19: Attach Side Frame Uprights
Attach the side frame uprights to the main structure. Use 6x screws (Part 107615 / 107616) per upright. - Step 20: Attach Middle Shelf Supports
Attach the middle shelf supports. Use 6x screws (Part 123723 / 124694) per support. - Step 21: Wall Attachment for Safety
Secure the shelving unit to the wall to prevent tipping. Attach wall brackets (Part 150982 / 150984) to the top of the unit using screws (Part 107615 / 107616). Then, attach the other end of the brackets to the wall using appropriate wall fixings (not included). ⚠️ Ensure the unit is securely fastened to the wall. - Step 22: Insert Glass Shelves
Place 18x shelf supports (Part 123741 / 107091) into the pre-drilled holes on the frame at the desired shelf levels. Carefully place the glass shelves onto the supports. Arrows indicate downward placement [Downward Arrow].
Final Check
Ensure all screws are tightened and the unit is stable. Verify that the wall attachment is secure.