IKEA MALM 4-Drawer Chest Assembly Instructions
Safety Warnings
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.
The following warnings are also provided in multiple languages:
- Español: ¡ADVERTENCIA! Si el mueble vuelca, puede provocar lesiones muy graves e incluso mortales. Fija SIEMPRE este mueble a la pared utilizando los accesorios antivuelco.
- Português: IMPORTANTE! A queda de móveis pode provocar ferimentos graves ou fatais. Fixe SEMPRE este móvel à parede com acessórios de fixação.
- 中文: 警告! 家具倾倒可能导致严重或致命的伤害。请务必使用防翻倒约束装置,以便将家具固定在墙面上。
- 繁中: 警告! 如果家具傾倒,可能造成嚴重或致命的壓傷危險。務必使用固定配件,將此家具上牆固定。
- 한국어: 경고! 가구 전복 사고로 인해 심각한 사고나 부상이 발생할 수 있습니다. 반드시 사고를 예방할 수 있는 고정부품으로 가구를 벽에 고정시켜 주세요.
- 日本語: 警告! 家具の転倒により、家具の下敷きになって大ケガ、あるいは生命にかかわるような傷害を負う危険があります。本製品は、転倒防止用固定具を使用して、必ず壁に固定してください。
- Bahasa Indonesia: PERINGATAN! Cedera serius dapat terjadi akibat perabotan terjungkir. SELALU kencangkan perabotan ke dinding dengan menggunakan alat pengencang.
- Bahasa Malaysia: AMARAN! Kecederaan serius atau teruk yang membawa maut boleh terjadi akibat perabot rebah. SENTIASA kukuhkan perabot pada dinding menggunakan penahan rebah.
- عربي: تحذير قد تحدث إصابات بالغة أو مميتة نتيجة إنقلاب الأثاث. ثبت هذا الأثاث دائماً على الحائط بواسطة أدوات التثبيت المانعة للإنقلاب.
- ไทย: คำเตือน! หากตู้ล้มคว่ำ อาจก่อให้เกิดการบาดเจ็บร้ายแรง หรืออันตรายถึงชีวิต ควรยึดเฟอร์นิเจอร์เข้ากับผนังด้วยอุปกรณ์ยึดเพื่อความปลอดภัย
- Tiếng Việt: CẢNH BÁO! Khi đồ nội thất bị ngã đổ có thể gây ra thương tích nghiêm trọng hoặc gây tử vong. LUÔN cố định đồ nội thất vào thường bằng phụ kiện chống ngã đổ.
Tools and Parts Required
The following tools are recommended for assembly:
- Screwdrivers (Phillips head and flat head)
- Hammer
- Drill with drill bits (Ø 8 mm / 5/16" and Ø 3 mm / 1/8")
Included parts:
- Various screws and dowels
- Wall mounting brackets
- Drawer runners
- Wooden dowels (Ø 8 mm / 5/16")
- Cam lock screws and nuts
- Plastic caps
- Handles
Assembly Steps
The assembly process involves several steps, including:
- Attaching drawer runners to side panels using screws (10x).
- Assembling the main frame of the chest using dowels and cam locks.
- Attaching the back panels.
- Inserting drawers.
- Securing the top panel.
- Attaching handles to the drawers.
- Mounting the chest to the wall using the provided tip-over restraints and appropriate wall fixings (ensure correct drill bit size for your wall type).
Important Notes:
- Ensure all parts are present before starting assembly.
- Follow the diagrams carefully for correct part orientation and placement.
- Do not overtighten screws.
- When mounting to the wall, use appropriate wall fixings for your wall type (e.g., plasterboard, concrete). If unsure, seek professional advice.
Wall Mounting Instructions
To prevent tip-over accidents, it is crucial to secure the MALM chest to the wall. The process involves:
- Identifying the correct mounting points on the wall.
- Drilling holes using the appropriate drill bit size (Ø 8 mm / 5/16" for the provided anchors, or Ø 3 mm / 1/8" for smaller screws).
- Inserting wall anchors if necessary.
- Attaching the provided brackets to the wall and the chest using screws.
Refer to the diagrams for detailed instructions on drilling and securing the furniture to the wall. Ensure the wall fixings are suitable for the weight of the furniture and its contents.
For more information on secure wall mounting, visit www.IKEA.com/secure-it.
Care and Maintenance
Wipe clean with a cloth dampened in a mild cleaner. Wipe dry with a clean cloth.
