TONSTAD 4-Drawer Chest

Assembly Instructions

Brand: IKEA

Safety Warnings

WARNING! Children have died from furniture tipover. To reduce the risk of furniture tipover:

  • Always install tipover restraint provided.
  • Never put a TV on this product.
  • Never allow children to stand, climb or hang on drawers, doors, or shelves.
  • Never open more than one drawer at a time.
  • Place heaviest items in the lowest drawers.

(Safety warnings are also provided in French and Spanish in the original document.)

Tools and Parts Required

Tools:

  • Screwdrivers (Phillips and flathead)
  • Hammer
  • Drill
  • Pencil

Hardware and Components:

The following hardware and components are used throughout the assembly. Quantities are approximate per step where indicated.

  • Drawer Slides (10127303) - 4 sets
  • Wall Bracket (102553) - 2x
  • Screws (109567) - 2x
  • Screws (10087223) - 2x
  • Screws (109049) - 2x
  • Wall Plugs (100823) - 4x
  • Wall Plugs (106989) - 2x
  • Dowels (118331) - 6x
  • Dowels (10096669) - 16x
  • Dowels (101350) - 15x
  • Dowels (113434) - 4x
  • Dowels (120076) - 4x
  • Cam Locks (10046078) - 6x
  • Cam Locks (10048881) - 16x
  • Cam Bolts (151705) - 8x
  • Cam Bolts (151706) - 8x
  • Screws (10091526) - 16x
  • Screws (106603) - 4x
  • Screws (10048881) - 8x
  • Screws (159991) - 4x
  • Allen Key (190459) - 1x
  • Other various screws and components as indicated in steps.

Assembly Steps

Step 1

Attach the inner parts of the drawer slides (10127303) to the two side panels of the main unit frame. Use screws (10048881). Ensure the slides are oriented correctly with the 'L' and 'R' markings facing the appropriate sides. [Diagram shows two side panels with multiple holes, and the metal drawer slide components being screwed into place.]

Step 2

Prepare the wall mounting hardware. Attach one wall bracket (102553) to a side panel using screws (109049) and wall plugs (100823). [Diagram shows a bracket being attached to the top edge of a panel, with screws and a wall plug.]

Step 3

Connect one side panel to the base panel. Insert dowels (106989) into the base panel's holes. Insert cam bolts (part of 100823 assembly) into the side panel and then secure by turning the cam locks. [Diagram shows a side panel being joined to the base, with close-ups of dowel insertion and cam lock tightening.]

Step 4

Attach the second side panel to the base panel in the same manner as Step 3.

Step 5

Slide the back panel into the grooves on the side panels and base. [Diagram shows the back panel being inserted into the frame.]

Step 6

Attach the top panel to the side panels. Insert dowels (10046078) and secure with cam locks (10048881). [Diagram shows the top panel being placed and secured.]

Step 7

Attach the second top panel in the same manner as Step 6.

Step 8

Insert dowels (101350) into the pre-drilled holes on the drawer side panels. [Diagram shows dowels being inserted into the edges of drawer side panels.]

Step 9

Assemble the drawer boxes. Attach the front and back drawer panels to the side panels using the inserted dowels and cam locks. [Diagram shows drawer side panels being connected to front and back panels.]

Step 10

Slide the drawer bottom panels into the grooves of the assembled drawer sides. Secure the drawer bottom panels to the drawer front and back panels using screws (118331). [Diagram shows drawer bottom panels being slid into place and then secured with screws.]

Step 11

Attach the outer parts of the drawer slides to the assembled drawer boxes. Use dowels (101350) and screws (10091526). [Diagram shows the outer drawer slide pieces being attached to the sides of the drawer boxes.]

Step 12

Begin assembling the drawer frame. Connect two side pieces using dowels and cam locks. [Diagram shows two pieces being joined to form an L-shape.]

Step 13

Continue assembling the drawer frame by connecting the remaining pieces to form a rectangular box structure.

Step 14

Secure the drawer frame corners using cam locks (113434) and cam bolts (10048881). [Diagram shows cam locks being tightened to secure the drawer frame.]

Step 15

Attach drawer runners to the drawer sides. Use brackets (151705) and screws (151706). [Diagram shows drawer runners being attached to the sides of the drawer boxes.]

Step 16

Insert the drawer bottom panel into the grooves and secure it with dowels (101350). [Diagram shows the drawer bottom being slid into place and secured.]

Step 17

Attach the drawer front panel to the assembled drawer box. Use brackets (151705) and screws (151706). [Diagram shows the drawer front being attached to the drawer box.]

Step 18

Attach the drawer handles or knobs using screws (159991). [Diagram shows screws passing through the drawer front to attach a handle.]

Step 19

Attach the feet or wheels to the bottom of the main unit. [Diagram shows feet/wheels being attached to the base.]

Step 20

Attach the outer drawer slides to the inside of the main unit frame. Use the provided hardware. [Diagram shows the outer slide components being screwed into the main unit.]

Step 21

Insert the assembled drawers into the main unit by aligning the drawer slides. [Diagram shows a drawer being slid into the unit.]

Step 22

Wall Mounting: Refer to the wall mounting section for detailed instructions on securing the unit to the wall using the provided anti-tip hardware. This is crucial for safety.

Step 23

Attach the drawer fronts to the drawer boxes. Align the front panel and secure it using the mechanism shown, which typically involves a click-in system. [Diagram shows a drawer front being aligned and pushed into place, with a close-up of the locking mechanism.]

Step 24

Assemble the drawer fronts. Connect drawer front panels to the drawer sides using the indicated hardware. [Diagram shows drawer front panels being attached to drawer side panels.]

Step 25

Attach the drawer front panel to the drawer box. [Diagram shows a drawer front being attached.]

Step 26

Secure the drawer front using screws (10096669) and cam locks (120076). [Diagram shows screws and cam locks securing the drawer front.]

Step 27

Attach the drawer front panel to the drawer box using screws (10096669) and cam locks (120076). [Diagram shows screws and cam locks securing the drawer front.]

Step 28

Assemble a single drawer box. Use screws (10083447) and cam locks (106603). [Diagram shows a single drawer box being assembled.]

Step 29

Insert the assembled drawers into the main unit by aligning the drawer slides. [Diagram shows drawers being slid into the unit.]

Step 30

Insert the drawers into the unit. Ensure they slide smoothly. A 'click' sound may indicate proper engagement of the locking mechanism. [Diagram shows drawers being inserted and a close-up of the locking mechanism.]

Step 31

Insert drawers into the unit. [Diagram shows drawers being slid into the unit.]

Step 32

Insert drawers into the unit. [Diagram shows drawers being slid into the unit.]

Step 33

Insert drawers into the unit. Ensure they slide smoothly. A 'click' sound may indicate proper engagement of the locking mechanism. [Diagram shows drawers being inserted and a close-up of the locking mechanism.]

Step 34

Final insertion of drawers into the unit. [Diagram shows drawers being slid into the unit.]

Wall Mounting Instructions

It is essential to secure the furniture to the wall using the provided anti-tip restraint to prevent serious injury from tipover. The following methods apply:

Wall Types and Drilling:

  • Type A (Solid Wall): Use a Ø 5/16" (8 mm) drill bit. Insert the screw without a wall plug.
  • Type B (Hollow Wall): Use a Ø 5/16" (8 mm) drill bit. Insert the wall plug (e.g., 100823 or 106989) into the wall, then insert the screw.
  • Type C (Solid Wood): Use a Ø 1/8" (3 mm) drill bit. Use the screw without a wall plug.

Procedure:

Follow the diagrams to attach the anti-tip hardware to the wall and the furniture. Ensure the furniture is securely fastened. If you are uncertain about wall types or installation, seek professional advice. [Diagrams illustrate drilling into different wall types, inserting plugs, and attaching the bracket to the furniture and wall.]

For more information on wall mounting, visit www.IKEA.com/secure-it.

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