EKET Assembly and Mounting Guide
By IKEA
Important Safety Information
Qualified Assembly Required: Assembly must be performed by a qualified person. Incorrect assembly can lead to furniture tipping over, causing injury or damage.
Wall Mounting: Screws for fixing to the wall are not included as wall materials vary. Consult your local specialised dealer for advice on suitable screw systems.
General Assembly Precautions:
- Follow all instructions carefully.
- Do not sit on stacked furniture.
- Ensure stable assembly.
- Avoid forcing parts.
- Assemble on a soft surface (e.g., a rug) to prevent damage.
- If you encounter difficulties or have questions, contact IKEA for assistance. [info]
Parts Included
- 1x Mounting Bracket (Part No. 152479)
- 1x Mounting Bracket (Part No. 152480)
- 2x Drawer Slide (Part No. 133114)
- 5x Drawer Slide Component (Part No. 117687)
- 1x Allen Key (Part No. 100006)
- 4x Screw (Part No. 117783)
- 4x Bolt (Part No. 144574)
- 4x Nut (Part No. 144575)
Assembly Steps
Step 1: Attach Mounting Brackets
Attach the mounting brackets (152479 and 152480) to the cabinet using screws (117783) and the Allen key (100006).
[Diagram: Shows two mounting brackets being attached to the sides of a cabinet using screws and an Allen key.]
Step 2: Secure Brackets
Ensure the mounting brackets are securely fastened to the cabinet.
[Diagram: Close-up showing the secured mounting brackets on the cabinet.]
Step 3: Install Drawer Slides (Cabinet Side)
Attach the drawer slides (144574 and 144575) to the cabinet. Ensure they click securely into place.
[Diagram: Shows drawer slides being attached to the inside of the cabinet, with an indication of them clicking into place.]
Step 4: Install Drawer Slides (Drawer/Shelf Side)
Attach the drawer slides (133114 and 117687) to the cabinet components that will form the drawer or shelf unit.
[Diagram: Shows drawer slides being attached to separate cabinet components.]
Step 5: Attach Rail
Attach the rail to the cabinet. Ensure it clicks into place.
[Diagram: Shows a rail being attached to the top of a cabinet, with a click sound indicated.]
Step 6: Assemble Frame and Secure
Assemble frame components and secure the bracket using the Allen key (100006).
[Diagram: Shows assembly of frame parts and securing a bracket with an Allen key.]
Step 7: Combine Units
Connect multiple EKET units together to create your desired configuration.
[Diagram: Shows two EKET cabinets being stacked vertically.]
Stacking Configurations
Follow these guidelines for stacking EKET units:
Correct Stacking:
Configuration 1: Single unit.
Configuration 2: Two units stacked vertically.
Configuration 3: Three units stacked vertically.
[Diagram: Illustrates correct vertical stacking of EKET units: one unit, two units, three units.]
Incorrect Stacking:
Avoid unstable configurations. The following examples show incorrect stacking methods:
Configuration 1: Single unit (correct).
Configuration 2: Two units stacked with an unstable offset (incorrect).
Configuration 3: Three units stacked with an unstable offset (incorrect).
[Diagram: Illustrates incorrect stacking methods with 'X' marks: an unstable offset of two units, and an unstable offset of three units.]
