IKEA MALM 2-Drawer Chest Assembly Instructions

IKEA MALM 2-Drawer Chest Assembly Instructions

Product: MALM
Brand: IKEA
Design and Quality IKEA of Sweden

Required Tools

The following tools are recommended for assembly:

  • Phillips head screwdriver ?
  • Flathead screwdriver ?
  • Pencil ✏️
  • Hammer ?

Important Note: The assembly process may require careful attention. If you encounter difficulties, please refer to IKEA support. ?

Parts List

QuantityPart NumberDescription
8x110519Screw
20x118331Cam bolt
20x101345Dowel
20x120076Cam lock
12x100365Screw
4x115339Screw
1x101221Bag of nails/tacks
4x153548Handle/Knob
2x10056137Drawer slide rail

Assembly Steps

Step 1

Prepare the base panels. Insert cam bolts (118331) into the designated holes on two base panels. Use 8 cam bolts in total for this step.

Visual: Two flat panels are shown. Cam bolts are being screwed into pre-drilled holes.

Step 2

Attach handles/knobs (153548) to the front edges of the two base panels. Use 4 handles/knobs in total.

Visual: The two base panels from Step 1 are shown. Handles are being attached to their front edges.

Step 3

Insert dowels (101345) into the side panels. Attach the side panels to the base panels prepared in Step 1. Use 8 dowels in total.

Visual: Two vertical side panels are shown with dowels inserted. They are being connected to the base panels.

Step 4

Insert cam locks (120076) into the corresponding holes on the side panels. Secure the side panels to the base by turning the cam locks.

Visual: Cam locks are being inserted into the side panels and then turned to secure the connection to the base.

Step 5

Place the top panel onto the assembled structure. Ensure it aligns with the dowels and cam bolts.

Visual: The top panel is being lowered onto the partially assembled frame.

Step 6

Attach the back support piece. This piece typically runs horizontally across the back of the unit.

Visual: A horizontal piece is being attached to the rear of the unit.

Step 7

Attach drawer runners (118331) to the inside of the side panels. Use 4 runners in total (2 per side). Ensure correct orientation.

Visual: Drawer slide rails are being screwed onto the inner surfaces of the side panels.

Step 8

Attach the top panel. Ensure correct orientation; an incorrect placement is indicated by a cross symbol .

Visual: The top panel is being attached. A diagram shows a warning against incorrect placement.

Step 9

Attach drawer runners (120076) to the main body of the unit. Use 4 cam locks in total.

Visual: Drawer slide components are being attached to the interior of the main cabinet structure.

Step 10

Begin attaching the back panel. Use one nail (101221) to secure a corner of the back panel.

Visual: The back panel is being positioned, and a nail is being hammered into place at a corner.

Step 11

Continue securing the back panel. Use one nail (101221) to attach another section of the back panel.

Visual: Another nail is being hammered into the back panel.

Step 12

Continue securing the back panel. Use one nail (101221) to attach another section of the back panel.

Visual: Another nail is being hammered into the back panel.

Step 13

Fully secure the back panel. Use 27 nails (101221) to attach the entire back panel to the unit. Ensure it is square.

Visual: Multiple nails are being hammered along the edges of the back panel to secure it.

Step 14

Assemble the second side panel structure. Attach cam bolts (118331) to the base panel. Use 4 cam bolts.

Visual: Similar to Step 1, but for the second side assembly.

Step 15

Insert dowels (101345) into the second set of side panels. Use 4 dowels.

Visual: Dowels are being inserted into side panels.

Step 16

Insert cam locks (120076) into the second set of side panels. Use 4 cam locks.

Visual: Cam locks are being inserted into side panels.

Step 17

Attach the second set of side panels to their base. Ensure alignment.

Visual: The second set of side panels is being connected to its base.

Step 18

Attach the top panel to the second side assembly.

Visual: The top panel is being attached to the second side assembly.

Step 19

Connect the two main assemblies. Use screws (110519, 4x) and screws (115339, 2x) to join the main cabinet body to the side panel assemblies.

Visual: The two main structures are being joined together using screws.

Step 20

Attach the drawer slide rails (10056137) to the main body and the drawer components (labeled DL and DR). Use screws (100365) for attachment.

Visual: Drawer slide rails are being mounted onto the cabinet interior and the drawer parts.

Step 21

Insert the assembled drawer into the chest. The drawer is shown being slid into place.

Visual: The completed drawer is being inserted into the chest.

PDF preview unavailable. Download the PDF instead.

malm-commode-2-tiroirs-blanc AA-2596665-2-101 Adobe PDF Library 17.0 Adobe InDesign 18.5 (Macintosh)

Related Documents

Preview IKEA MALM Chest of 2 Drawers Assembly Instructions
Detailed, step-by-step assembly guide for the IKEA MALM chest of 2 drawers, including a parts list and textual descriptions of all visual instructions. Optimized for clarity and SEO.
Preview IKEA MALM Chest of Drawers Assembly Guide
Comprehensive assembly instructions for the IKEA MALM chest of drawers. Learn how to build your MALM furniture with this step-by-step guide, including parts list and detailed textual descriptions of assembly steps.
Preview MALM 2-Drawer Nightstand Assembly Instructions
Comprehensive assembly guide for the IKEA MALM 2-drawer nightstand. Includes a detailed parts list and step-by-step instructions for building the furniture.
Preview IKEA MALM Nightstand Assembly Instructions
A comprehensive guide detailing the assembly process for the IKEA MALM nightstand or chest of drawers, including a parts list and step-by-step visual instructions converted to text.
Preview MALM Chest of 2 Drawers Assembly Instructions
A comprehensive guide for assembling the IKEA MALM chest of 2 drawers, detailing all parts, tools, and step-by-step instructions for a successful build.
Preview IKEA MALM 6-Drawer Chest Assembly Instructions
Comprehensive assembly guide for the IKEA MALM 6-drawer chest, including safety warnings and step-by-step instructions for building and securing the furniture.
Preview KULLEN Chest of 2 Drawers Assembly Instructions | IKEA
Step-by-step assembly guide for the IKEA KULLEN chest of 2 drawers. Includes parts list and visual instructions for building your KULLEN nightstand.
Preview MALM 6-Drawer Chest Assembly Instructions
Comprehensive assembly guide for the IKEA MALM 6-drawer chest, including critical safety warnings about furniture tip-over and proper installation procedures.