BESTÅ TV Bench
Assembly Instructions
Brand: IKEA
Safety First: Preventing Tip-Over
WARNING! Serious or fatal crushing injuries can occur from furniture tip over. To prevent tip over, this furniture must be used with the wall attachment device(s) provided.
Screw(s) and plug(s) for the wall are not included. Use screw(s) and plug(s) suitable for your walls. If you are uncertain, seek professional advice. Read and follow each step of the instruction carefully.
Always secure furniture to the wall using the provided anti-tip devices. Ensure you use appropriate wall fixings for your wall type.
Assembly Overview
This document provides assembly instructions for the IKEA BESTÅ TV bench. The assembly process involves connecting various panels to form the main structure, installing shelves and dividers, attaching the back panel, and crucially, securing the unit to the wall to prevent tip-over accidents.
The instructions are primarily visual, guiding users through each step with diagrams. Key hardware components such as screws, dowels, cam locks, and brackets are used throughout the assembly.
Key Components and Hardware
The assembly requires the following types of components:
- Wooden panels (base, sides, top, shelves, back panels)
- Various types of screws (e.g., cam lock screws, wood screws)
- Dowels
- Cam locks
- Shelf support pins
- Brackets (for shelf support and wall attachment)
- Adjustable feet
- Wall attachment hardware (straps/brackets). Note: Wall screws and plugs are not included and must be purchased separately based on your wall type.
Assembly Steps
Follow these steps carefully to assemble your IKEA BESTÅ TV bench. Always refer to the diagrams for precise part orientation and hardware usage.
- Steps 1-2: Attach the adjustable feet (8x) to the base panels. Connect the base panels using dowels (16x) and cam lock screws (4x) with cam locks (8x).
- Steps 3-4: Attach the side panels and internal dividers to the assembled base using dowels and cam locks. Secure the top panel.
- Steps 5-7: Insert shelf support pins (12x each side) into the pre-drilled holes on the internal dividers. Place the shelves onto the pins.
- Steps 8-9: Slide the back panels into the grooves on the rear of the unit and secure them.
- Steps 10-13: Install any internal fittings or cable management components. Secure these using the appropriate screws and cam locks.
- Steps 14-18: Route cables through the designated openings. Crucially, attach the unit to the wall using the provided wall attachment hardware. You must use screws and wall plugs suitable for your specific wall type, which are not included. This step is vital for safety to prevent tip-over.
- Step 19: Final checks to ensure all connections are secure and the unit is stable.
Always ensure the unit is securely anchored to the wall.
