IKEA HAUGA Wardrobe Assembly Instructions
This document provides instructions for assembling the IKEA HAUGA wardrobe and essential safety information.
Important Safety Information: Furniture Tip-Over Warning
WARNING: Serious or fatal crushing injuries can occur from furniture tip-over. Always secure this furniture to the wall using the provided tip-over restraints.
To further reduce the risk of serious injury and death from tip-overs:
- Place the 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.
This warning is provided in multiple languages throughout the document.
Assembly Overview
The assembly process involves several steps, starting with identifying all parts and hardware. The following sections detail the construction of the wardrobe frame, installation of shelves, and fitting of sliding doors. Crucially, the final steps emphasize securing the unit to the wall to prevent tipping.
Tools Required (Visualized as icons):
- Screwdrivers (Phillips and flathead) ?
- Hammer ?
- Ladder ?
- Drill with drill bits (various sizes indicated: 8mm (5/16"), 3mm (1/8")) ड्रिल
Hardware Identification:
The document illustrates various screws, dowels, brackets, and other fasteners with quantities. These are critical for proper assembly and wall mounting. Specific part numbers are often shown alongside the illustrations.
Step-by-Step Assembly:
The assembly is broken down into numbered steps, typically from 1 to 36, showing how to connect panels, insert shelves, and attach components.
Frame Construction:
- Begin by assembling the main frame panels, connecting them using provided dowels and screws.
- Ensure panels are correctly oriented before fastening.
- Steps involve attaching side panels, base, and top panels.
Shelf Installation:
- Shelves are typically inserted and secured using specific hardware, often involving cam locks or screws.
Sliding Door Installation:
- The sliding doors are fitted into tracks.
- Steps show how to attach the door runners and then slide the doors into place.
- Adjustments may be required for smooth operation.
Wall Mounting and Tip-Over Prevention:
This is a critical safety step. The instructions detail how to attach the provided wall mounting brackets to the wardrobe and then securely fasten them to the wall. Different wall types (solid, hollow, wood) may require different fixings, and professional advice is recommended if unsure. The process involves drilling into the wall, inserting appropriate wall plugs (if needed), and screwing the bracket to the wall, then connecting it to the wardrobe.
Care and Maintenance:
Wipe clean with a cloth damped in a mild cleaner. Wipe dry with a clean cloth.