BESTÅ TV Bench Assembly Instructions

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.

Screws and wall plugs for the wall are not included. Use screws and plugs suitable for your walls. If you are uncertain, seek professional advice. Read and follow each step of the instructions carefully.

Assembly Steps

1. Step 1: Prepare Base Panels

   Attach the adjustable feet (8x parts 114947/115988) to the underside of the two main base panels. Ensure they are screwed in securely.

   Visual Description: Two large flat base panels are shown laid flat. Arrows indicate screwing in 8 feet into pre-drilled holes on the bottom of each panel.

2. Step 2: Connect Base Panels

   Join the two base panels together using the provided dowels and cam locks (16x part 130618). Insert dowels into corresponding holes, then insert cam locks and turn with a screwdriver ? to secure the connection.

   Visual Description: The two base panels are brought together. Close-ups show dowels being inserted into holes and cam locks being turned with a screwdriver to lock the panels together.

3. Step 3: Attach End Brackets

   Attach two end brackets (part 144342) to the outer sides of the assembled base using screws (2x part 113287).

   Visual Description: Two L-shaped brackets are shown being attached to the outer sides of the assembled base using screws. Close-ups highlight the screw points and bracket orientation.

4. Step 4: Insert Side Panels

   Slide the two vertical side panels into the slots on the base assembly. Arrows indicate the direction of insertion.

   Visual Description: The two main side panels are shown being inserted vertically into the base structure.

5. Step 5: Attach Internal Dividers

   Place and secure the internal divider panels into their designated slots within the unit using screws and cam lock mechanisms.

   Visual Description: The internal vertical divider panels are shown being placed and secured into the unit using screws and cam lock mechanisms.

6. Step 6: Attach Remaining End Brackets

   Attach the remaining two end brackets (part 144342) to the opposite outer sides of the base assembly using screws (2x part 113287).

   Visual Description: Similar to Step 3, but for the opposite ends of the unit.

7. Step 7: Insert More Dividers

   Insert the remaining internal divider panels into their designated slots within the unit.

   Visual Description: More internal divider panels are shown being slotted into place.

8. Step 8: Attach Back Panels

   Secure the thin back panels to the rear of the unit using the provided fasteners.

   Visual Description: The thin back panels are shown being attached to the rear of the unit, likely with small screws or nails.

9. Step 9: Connect Unit Sections

   If the unit is comprised of multiple sections, connect them together using the provided joining hardware.

   Visual Description: Shows how to join two halves of the unit together using connecting hardware.

10. Step 10: Attach Top Panel

    Place the large top panel onto the assembled unit and secure it in place.

    Visual Description: The large top panel is shown being placed onto the assembled unit and secured.

11. Step 11: Install Door/Drawer Hardware

    Attach hinges or drawer runners to the unit's side panels using specified hardware (e.g., 4x parts like 130619, 118137).

    Visual Description: Close-ups show the attachment of hinges or drawer slides to the unit's side panels.

12. Step 12: Attach Drawer Runners/Guides

    Install drawer runners or guides (2x parts like 144348, 144349, 144350) onto the inside of the unit's compartments as shown.

    Visual Description: Shows drawer runners being attached to the inside of the unit's compartments.

13. Step 13: Insert Sliding Elements

    Slide a component, such as a shelf or drawer base, into the installed runners (1x part 133209 etc.).

    Visual Description: A sliding component, likely a shelf or drawer base, is shown being inserted into the runners.

14. Step 14: Attach Shelf Supports

    Insert shelf supports (e.g., 1x part 109049, 1x part 144567) into the pre-drilled holes inside the unit at the desired height for shelves.

    Visual Description: Small pegs or supports are shown being inserted into the pre-drilled holes inside the unit to hold shelves.

15. Step 15: Route Cables

    Connect any necessary cables or wires, routing them through designated openings or channels in the back of the unit.

    Visual Description: Shows cables being fed through openings in the back of the unit.

16. Step 16: Attach Cable Management Clip

    Secure a cable management clip (1x part 133209 etc.) to help organize and secure the cables.

    Visual Description: A clip is shown being attached to manage and secure cables.

17. Step 17: Prepare for Wall Mounting

    Identify the correct wall mounting brackets (4x part 100006) and attach them to the back of the unit. Ensure you have the appropriate screws and wall plugs suitable for your wall type (not included).

    Visual Description: Shows the unit being prepared for wall mounting. Wall brackets are attached to the back of the unit.

18. Step 18: Secure Unit to Wall

    Position the unit against the wall. Use the attached wall brackets and your own suitable screws and wall plugs to securely fasten the unit to the wall. Follow the instructions carefully to ensure stability.

    Visual Description: Shows the unit being positioned against a wall and then secured to the wall using the brackets and fasteners. Measurements for placement are indicated (e.g., 43mm, 80mm, 600mm, 514mm).

19. Step 19: Final Wall Attachment

    Complete the wall attachment process by ensuring all fasteners are tight and the unit is stable. This may involve final adjustments or securing additional brackets (4x part 103693).

    Visual Description: Close-ups show the final securing of the unit to the wall using brackets and screws, with a 'Click!' sound indicated for secure locking.

Optional UPPLEVA Integration

This document also references UPPLEVA, which is a system for mounting televisions and other media equipment. For details on installing UPPLEVA and integrating it with the BESTÅ unit, please refer to the separate UPPLEVA assembly instructions.