IKEA KNOXHULT Wall Cabinet
Important Information & Safety Warnings
WARNING: Serious or fatal crushing injuries can occur from furniture tip-over. To prevent this furniture from tipping over, it must be permanently fixed to the wall/floor. Fixing devices for the wall/floor are not included since different wall materials require different types of fixing devices. Use fixing devices suitable for the walls/floors in your home. For advice on suitable fixing systems, contact your local specialized dealer.
Safety Recommendations:
- Place heaviest items in the lowest drawers.
- Prevent children from climbing or hanging on the drawers, doors, or shelves.
Parts and Hardware
Before starting assembly, check that you have all parts and hardware listed below. Tools required: Screwdriver, Hammer, Spirit Level [ℹ️]. It is recommended to have two people for assembly [ℹ️].
- Dowels (118331): 16x
- Cam locks (101350): 12x
- Cam lock screws (101350): 16x
- Shelf supports (101577): 8x
- Screws (101221): 6x
- Wall mounting plates (115753): 3x
- Wall brackets (115754): 3x
- Hanging brackets (103693): 3x
- Metal rails (various part numbers including 10124228, 10125040, 10135477, 10133939, 10124227, 10125044, 10135481, 10133941): 2 sets
- Bag of screws (117241): 1x
- Screws (119252): 2x (used in multiple steps)
Assembly Steps
Step 1: Prepare Side Panels
Attach three wall mounting plates (115753) to the inside of the two side panels using three screws (100347) for each plate. Ensure correct orientation as shown.
Step 2: Connect Base and Top Panels to Side Panels
Insert dowels (118331) into the pre-drilled holes on the side panels. Attach the base and top panels to the side panels using cam lock screws (101350) and the inserted dowels. Use 12 dowels and 16 cam lock screws in total.
Step 3: Join Cabinet Sections
Connect the two main cabinet sections together. Use four connecting screws (101350) to join the panels.
Step 4: Install Metal Rails
Attach the metal rails to the inside of the cabinet sections. There are two sets of rails, each consisting of multiple pieces. Ensure they are correctly aligned and oriented as per the diagrams.
Step 5: Secure Metal Rails
Secure the metal rails using dowels (118331). Use four dowels in total.
Step 6: Attach Second Set of Metal Rails
Attach the second set of metal rails to the opposite side panels using eight screws (101350).
Step 7: Attach Back Panel Supports
Attach three back panel support brackets (115753) to the cabinet structure.
Step 8: Attach Back Panels
Secure the back panels to the cabinet structure using two screws (119252).
Step 9: Join Cabinet Halves
Join the two halves of the cabinet structure together, aligning the panels.
Step 10: Secure Cabinet Halves
Secure the joined cabinet halves using two screws (119252).
Step 11: Attach Side Panels
Attach the remaining side panels to the main cabinet structure using two screws per side.
Step 12: Insert Shelf Supports
Insert eight shelf supports (101577) into the pre-drilled holes on the inside of the cabinet sections.
Step 13: Insert Glass Shelves
Carefully insert the two glass shelves onto the shelf supports.
Step 14: Place Top Panels
Place the top panels onto the assembled cabinet structure.
Step 15: Secure Top Panels
Secure the top panels using screws (101221). Multiple screws are used for this step.
Step 16: Final Cabinet Securing
Further secure the entire cabinet structure by inserting twenty-seven screws (101221) into the designated holes.
Step 17: Attach Wall Mounting Brackets to Cabinet
Attach three wall mounting brackets (103693) to the back of the assembled cabinet.
Step 18: Prepare for Wall Mounting
Attach the hanging brackets (115754) to the wall. Use appropriate wall fixings suitable for your wall type (not included) [ℹ️].
Step 19: Mount Cabinet to Wall
Carefully lift and hang the cabinet onto the wall brackets. Adjust the position as needed.
Step 20: Secure Cabinet to Wall Brackets
Ensure the cabinet is securely attached to the wall brackets.
Step 21: Install Sliding Doors
Insert the sliding doors into the cabinet. This may involve attaching runners with eight screws (101577).
Step 22: Doors Installed
The sliding doors are now installed and should operate smoothly.
Step 23 & 24: Insert Glass Shelves
Insert the glass shelves into the cabinet, resting them on the shelf supports.
Step 25: Final Wall Mounting Check
Re-check the attachment of wall mounting brackets and hanging brackets for secure installation.
Step 26: Cabinet Mounted
The KNOXHULT wall cabinet is now mounted on the wall.
Step 27-32: Additional Views
These pages provide further visual guidance on mounting and door installation, reinforcing the steps described above.