TONSTAD Furniture Unit

Important Safety Information

WARNING: Furniture Tip-Over Hazard

Serious or fatal crushing injuries can occur from furniture tip-over. ALWAYS secure this furniture to the wall using the provided tip-over restraints. The warning is also provided in multiple languages including German, French, Dutch, Danish, Icelandic, Norwegian, Finnish, Swedish, Czech, Spanish, Italian, Hungarian, Polish, Estonian, Latvian, Lithuanian, Portuguese, Romanian, Slovak, Bulgarian, Greek, Ukrainian, Serbian, Slovenian, Turkish, and Arabic.

To further reduce the risk of serious injury and death from tip-overs:

Place heaviest items in the lowest drawer.
Do not place TVs or other heavy objects on top of this product.
Never let children climb or hang on drawers, doors, or shelves.

Parts and Tools Required

Before starting assembly, identify all parts and tools. Ensure you have all components listed. The following tools are recommended:

Screwdriver (Phillips head) ?
Hammer ?
Drill with drill bits (Ø 8 mm / 5/16" and Ø 3 mm / 1/8")
Measuring tape
Level

The following parts and hardware are included:

Drawer slides (multiple sets, e.g., part 10127303)
Various screws (e.g., 109567, 10087223, 109049, 100823, 106989, 10048881, 118331, 10096669, 101350, 113434, 120076, 151705, 151706)
Wall plugs/dowels (e.g., 100823, 106989)
Wall mounting brackets (e.g., 102553)
Cam locks and bolts (e.g., 10096669, 101350, 113434, 120076)
Drawer handles (e.g., 10083447, 10091526)
Wooden dowels (e.g., 101350)
Adjustable feet
Various panels for the unit frame and drawers
Back panels

Assembly Instructions

Step 1: Attach Drawer Slides to Side Panels

Take two main side panels. Attach the drawer slides (part 10127303) to the pre-drilled holes on the inner faces of these panels using screws (part 10048881). Ensure the slides are oriented correctly, with the extending part facing outwards. Use 6 screws per panel.

Step 2: Wall Mounting Preparation

This step illustrates the components for wall mounting: screws, wall plugs, and a mounting bracket. It shows how to insert a wall plug into a wall and then secure the bracket with a screw. It also shows the correct drill bit sizes for different wall types (Ø 8 mm for plugs, Ø 3 mm for wood screws). The text indicates that supplied screws and plugs are suitable for most solid (A) and hollow (B) walls. For solid wood (C), use screws without plugs. Seek professional advice if uncertain. ⚠️

Step 3: Attach Drawer Slides to Base Panels

Take the base panels. Attach drawer slides (part 10127303) to the pre-drilled holes on these panels using screws (part 10048881). Use 6 screws per panel. The diagram shows fingers pointing to the correct placement. ?

Step 4: Attach Drawer Slides to Base Panels (Continued)

Continue attaching drawer slides (part 10127303) to the base panels using screws (part 10048881). Use 6 screws per panel. The diagram shows fingers pointing to the correct placement. ?

Step 5: Connect Side and Base Panels

Connect the side panels to the base panels. The diagram shows two panels being joined, with arrows indicating the direction of connection. This likely involves inserting dowels or cam bolts and then securing them. Use 2x of a specific connector.

Step 6: Connect Side and Base Panels

Continue connecting the side panels to the base panels, following the same method as Step 5. Arrows indicate the connection direction.

Step 7: Connect Additional Side Panels

Connect more side panels to the structure, extending the frame. Arrows indicate the direction of assembly.

Step 8: Assemble the Main Frame

Assemble the main frame of the unit by connecting the various panels. Arrows show the direction of assembly and insertion of components.

Step 9: Attach Back Panels

Place the back panels onto the assembled frame. Use wooden dowels (part 101350) to secure them. The diagram shows 12 dowels being inserted into the panels.

Step 10: Attach Back Panels (Continued)

Continue attaching the back panels to the frame. Use wooden dowels (part 101350) to secure them. The diagram shows 8 dowels being inserted. Arrows indicate the panels sliding into place.

Step 11: Assemble Drawer Bases

Assemble the base structure for the drawers. This involves connecting long panels using screws (part 118331). Use 6 screws for this step.

Step 12: Assemble Drawer Bases (Continued)

Continue assembling the drawer bases. Connect panels using screws (part 101350). Use 2 screws for this step.

Step 13: Assemble Drawer Sides

Connect the side panels for the drawers. The diagram shows fingers pointing to the connection points. ?

Step 14: Assemble Drawer Sides

Continue assembling the drawer sides, connecting panels as shown.

Step 15: Attach Drawer Bottoms

Attach the drawer bottoms to the assembled drawer sides. Use 6 components (part 113434) for this step, likely cam locks or similar fasteners.

Step 16: Attach Drawer Front Supports

Attach supports to the drawer fronts. Use 4 screws (part 151706) and 4 brackets (part 151705) for this step.

Step 17: Attach Drawer Front Supports

Continue attaching supports to the drawer fronts. Use 9 wooden dowels (part 101350) for this step.

Step 18: Attach Drawer Fronts

Attach the drawer fronts to the assembled drawer boxes. Use 4 sets of fasteners (parts 151706 and 151705) for this step. The diagram shows fingers pointing to the connection points. ?

Step 19: Attach Drawer Handle Mounts

Attach a mounting piece (part 153549) to the drawer front using 1 screw.

Step 20: Attach Drawer Handles

Attach the drawer handles to the drawer fronts using 5 screws (part 159991).

Step 21: Position the Unit

The unit is shown upright. The diagram indicates adjustable feet are present and can be used to level the unit. Arrows show vertical adjustment. ↕️

Step 22: Insert Drawer Runners into Unit

This step shows how to insert the drawer runners into the main unit. It depicts a mechanism where a runner is slid into place and then secured with a click. ? Use 2x of a specific component for this.

Step 23: Insert Drawers into Unit

Insert the assembled drawers into the unit. An arrow indicates the direction of insertion. ➡️

Step 24: Wall Mounting Instructions

This step provides general advice on wall mounting. It states that supplied screws and plugs can be used with most solid (A) and hollow (B) walls. For solid wood (C), use screws without plugs. Seek professional advice if uncertain. It also shows diagrams illustrating wall types A, B, and C with corresponding drill bit sizes and fastener types.

Step 25: Attach Wall Mounting Bracket

Attach the wall mounting bracket to the unit. Use 2x of a specific component (part 100823) and 2x of another component (part 109567).

Step 26: Assemble Drawer Components

This step shows the assembly of drawer side panels and their connection points. It indicates 2x of one component and 4x of another component are used.

Step 27: Connect Drawer Side Panels

Connect the drawer side panels to the drawer base. Arrows indicate the direction of connection.

Step 28: Attach Drawer Fronts to Sides

Attach the drawer fronts to the assembled drawer sides. Use 4x of a specific fastener (part 10096669) and a wall plug/dowel.

Step 29: Secure Drawer Fronts

Secure the drawer fronts. Use 4x of a specific component (part 120076) and associated fasteners.

Step 30: Attach Drawer Handles

Attach the drawer handles to the drawer fronts. Use 1x of a specific component (part 106603) and associated fasteners.

Step 31: Insert Drawer Runners into Unit

This step shows the insertion of drawer runners into the main unit. Arrows indicate the direction. ➡️

Step 32: Insert Drawers and Secure

Insert the drawers into the unit. The diagram shows a drawer being pushed in until it clicks. ? Use 2x of a specific component for securing.

Step 33: Insert Drawer Runners into Unit