TONSTAD Chest of 4 Drawers
Assembly Instructions
Brand: IKEA
Important Safety Information
WARNING: Serious or fatal crushing injuries can occur from furniture tip-over. ALWAYS secure this furniture to the wall using tip-over restraints.
To further reduce the risk of serious injury and death from tip-overs:
- Place heaviest items in the lower drawer.
- Do not set TVs or other heavy objects on top of this product.
- Never let children climb or hang on drawers, doors, or shelves.
This warning is also provided in multiple languages throughout the manual.
Parts and Tools Required
Tools:
- Screwdrivers (Phillips and flathead) ?️
- Hammer ?
- Drill ?️
- Pencil
Drill Bit Sizes:
- Ø 8 mm (5/16")
- Ø 3 mm (1/8")
Hardware and Components:
- Wall Mounting Bracket (106989): 2x
- Screws for Bracket (109567): 2x
- Wall Plugs (10087223): 2x
- Washers (100823): 4x
- Screws for Unit Assembly (109049): 2x
- Cam Lock Dowels (153552): 2x
- Screws (10040201): 4x
- Cam Lock Dowels (100347): 16x
- Wooden Dowels (145718): 16x
- Screws (151705): 6x
- Screws (151706): 6x
- Screws (10038707): 10x
- Screws (10040201): 4x
- Wrench (190459): 1x
- Drawer Runners (10127303): 4x (2 pairs)
Assembly Steps
Step 1
Attach the drawer runner brackets (10127303) to the side panels. Use 8x cam lock dowels (100347) per side panel, inserting them into the pre-drilled holes. Ensure the brackets are oriented correctly.
Diagram shows side panels with drawer runner brackets being attached using cam lock dowels.
Step 2
Connect the base panel to the side panels. Insert 4x screws (10040201) through the base panel into the side panels. Insert 2x cam lock dowels (153552) into the side panels and secure them with the cam locks.
Diagram shows connecting the base panel to the side panels with screws and cam locks.
Step 3
Attach the back panel to the assembled side and base panels. The panel slides into grooves.
Diagram shows sliding the back panel into place.
Step 4
Attach the top panel to the side panels. Use the provided hardware to secure it.
Diagram shows attaching the top panel.
Step 5
Attach the wall mounting bracket (106989) to the top rear of the unit. Use 2x screws (109049) and 4x washers (100823).
Diagram shows attaching the wall mounting bracket to the top rear of the unit.
Step 6
Attach the bottom rear panel.
Diagram shows attaching the bottom rear panel.
Step 7
Insert 6x wooden dowels (10038707) into the designated holes on the side panels of the main unit.
Diagram shows inserting dowels into side panels.
Step 8
Insert 4x wooden dowels (10038707) into the designated holes on the top panel.
Diagram shows inserting dowels into the top panel.
Step 9
Attach the main front panel to the assembled frame. The dowels inserted in previous steps will align with holes on the front panel.
Diagram shows attaching the front panel to the main unit.
Step 10
Attach the top drawer front panel. This panel is attached to the drawer box assembly.
Diagram shows attaching the top drawer front panel.
Step 11
Attach the drawer front panels to the drawer boxes. Use 4x screws (151705) and 4x screws (151706) for this step.
Diagram shows attaching drawer fronts to drawer boxes with screws.
Step 12
Continue attaching drawer front panels to drawer boxes. Use 2x screws (151706) and 2x screws (151705).
Diagram shows attaching drawer fronts to drawer boxes with screws.
Step 13
Attach the adjustable feet to the bottom of the unit. Use 4x screws (190459).
Diagram shows attaching adjustable feet to the base of the unit.
Step 14
Prepare to attach the unit to the wall. The wall mounting bracket (106989) is already attached to the unit. Ensure the wall is suitable for the provided fixings.
Diagram shows the unit with the wall bracket attached, ready for wall mounting.
Step 15
Position the unit against the wall where it will be permanently installed. Mark the wall through the holes in the wall bracket.
Diagram shows positioning the unit against the wall and marking for drilling.
Step 16
Secure the unit to the wall. Drill holes at the marked points. Insert wall plugs (10087223) if needed for your wall type. Attach the unit to the wall using screws (109567) through the bracket. Ensure the unit is stable and securely fastened.
Diagram shows drilling into the wall, inserting plugs, and screwing the unit to the wall.
Step 17
Prepare the drawer components. You will assemble 3 identical drawer boxes and 1 slightly different drawer box.
Diagram shows two types of drawer boxes, one labeled '3x' and another '1x'.
Step 18
Assemble the drawer boxes. Connect the sides, back, and bottom panels using the provided hardware.
Diagram shows the assembly of drawer boxes.
Step 19
Attach the drawer front panel to the assembled drawer box. Align the dowels and secure.
Diagram shows attaching a drawer front to a drawer box.
Step 20
Attach the drawer runners to the sides of the drawer boxes. Use 4x wooden dowels (145718) per drawer box.
Diagram shows attaching drawer runners to drawer boxes using dowels.
Step 21
Continue attaching drawer runners to the drawer boxes. Use 4x cam locks (119030) per drawer box. Insert the cam lock dowels and then tighten the cam locks.
Diagram shows attaching drawer runners to drawer boxes using cam locks.
Step 22
Insert the assembled drawer runners (attached to the drawer boxes) into the corresponding runners mounted inside the main unit. Slide them in until they are fully seated.
Diagram shows sliding drawer assemblies into the main unit.
Step 23
Insert the drawers into the unit. Push them in until you hear a 'Click!' sound, indicating they are locked in place.
Diagram shows inserting drawers and a close-up of the locking mechanism making a 'Click!' sound.
Step 24
Insert the remaining drawer runners into the main unit, if not already done in Step 22.
Diagram shows inserting drawer runners into the main unit.
Step 25
Insert the remaining drawer runners into the main unit.
Diagram shows inserting drawer runners into the main unit.
Step 26
Insert the remaining drawers into the unit. Push them in until you hear a 'Click!' sound.
Diagram shows inserting drawers and a close-up of the locking mechanism making a 'Click!' sound.
Step 27
Final check of all drawers to ensure they open and close smoothly.
Diagram shows the completed chest of drawers with all drawers inserted.
Final Notes
Ensure the furniture is securely anchored to the wall to prevent tip-over accidents. Periodically check the wall anchoring for tightness.
For wall mounting, use appropriate fixings for your wall type. If unsure, consult a professional. The supplied fixings are suitable for most solid (A) and hollow (B) walls. For solid wood (C), use screws without plugs.
