VÄTTERSÖ Outdoor Storage Box Assembly Instructions
This document provides assembly instructions for the IKEA VÄTTERSÖ outdoor storage box.
Important Information
As floor materials vary, screws for fixing to the floor are not included. For recommendations on suitable screw systems, contact your local specialized retailer.
Parts List
The following parts are included in the package:
- 2x Long rods
- 5x Medium rods
- 2x Medium rods
- 2x Medium rods
- 4x Medium rods
- 3x Long rods
- 3x Long rods
- 2x Curved rods
- 4x Corner connectors
Assembly Steps
Step 1
Insert 5 medium rods into the designated slots on the storage box cover. Ensure the rods are fully inserted.
Diagram shows 5 rods being inserted, and 4 rods marked with an 'X' indicating they are not used in this step.
Step 2
Connect the frame pieces. Use 4x corner connectors to join the rods, forming the base structure.
Diagram shows the assembly of the base frame using rods and corner connectors.
Step 3
Attach the cover to the frame. Align the cover with the frame and secure it by inserting the rods into the corresponding openings.
Diagram shows the cover being placed over the frame, with arrows indicating the insertion of rods. Close-up shows rods being pushed into place.
Step 4
Secure the cover to the frame. Use 10x fasteners to attach the cover to the frame, ensuring a snug fit. A 'click' sound indicates proper fastening.
Diagram shows fasteners being attached to secure the cover. Close-up shows a fastener being pushed into place with a 'click' sound.
Step 5
Continue securing the cover. Use 8x fasteners to further secure the cover to the frame.
Diagram shows more fasteners being attached. Close-up shows a fastener being rotated to secure.
Step 6
Insert vertical support rods. Place 4x vertical support rods into the corner connectors.
Diagram shows the storage box with vertical rods being inserted into the base frame. Close-up shows a rod being inserted into a connector.
Step 7
Continue inserting vertical support rods. Use 8x fasteners to secure the vertical rods.
Diagram shows the remaining vertical rods being inserted and secured.
Step 8
Attach the curved support rods. Insert 2x curved rods into the designated slots at the top of the box. Use 4x connectors to secure them.
Diagram shows the curved rods being attached to the top of the box. Close-up shows connectors being used to secure the rods.
Step 9
Secure the top frame. Insert 4x rods into the top connectors and secure them with 4x fasteners. A 'click' indicates proper fastening.
Diagram shows the top frame being assembled. Close-ups show rods being inserted and fasteners being clicked into place.
Step 10
Connect the remaining rods. Use 3x rods to connect the vertical supports.
Diagram shows the final rods being connected between the vertical supports.
Step 11
Secure the top frame. Use 4x fasteners to secure the top frame. A 'click' indicates proper fastening. Use 4x fasteners to secure the side panels.
Diagram shows fasteners being used to secure the top frame and side panels. Close-ups show fasteners being clicked into place.
Step 12
Final securing. Use 10x fasteners to secure the entire structure.
Diagram shows the final fasteners being applied to the storage box. Close-up shows a fastener being rotated to secure.
Step 13
Attach the handles. Insert 2x rods into the handle slots and secure them with fasteners. A 'click' indicates proper fastening.
Diagram shows the handles being attached. Close-ups show rods being inserted and fasteners being clicked into place.
Step 14
Final assembly. Use 2x fasteners to secure the top lid. Use 2x rods to connect the lid supports.
Diagram shows the final assembly steps, including securing the lid and connecting supports. Close-ups show fasteners and rod connections.
Step 15
Secure the lid. Use 3x fasteners to secure the lid.
Diagram shows the lid being secured with fasteners. Close-up shows a fastener being rotated.
Step 16
The storage box is now assembled. The lid can support a maximum weight of 20 kg (44 lbs).
Diagram shows the completed storage box with the lid open, indicating the maximum weight capacity.
Step 17
Close the lid. Secure the lid using the provided fasteners.
Diagram shows the lid being closed and secured.
Step 18
Optional: For added stability, the storage box can be fixed to the floor using screws (not included). Use 2x screws for this purpose.
Diagram shows screws being used to fix the storage box to the floor. Close-up shows a screw being inserted through a mounting hole.