GULLABERG 8-Drawer Chest
Assembly Instructions
Important Safety Information
⚠️ WARNING! Children have died from furniture tipover.
To reduce the risk of furniture tipover:
- ALWAYS install the provided anti-tip device.
- NEVER place a TV on this product.
- NEVER allow children to stand, climb, or hang on any drawers, doors, or shelves.
- NEVER open more than one drawer at a time.
- DO NOT defeat or remove the drawer interlock system; it is an important stability and safety system.
- Place heaviest items in the lowest drawers.
- Read and follow each step of the instructions carefully.
Tools Required
The following tools are recommended for assembly:
- Phillips head screwdriver
- Flat head screwdriver
- Spirit level
- Hammer
- Drill with drill bits: 5/16" (8 mm) and 1/8" (3 mm)
Parts List
Refer to the diagrams for visual identification of parts and quantities. Key hardware includes:
- Various screws (e.g., 100006, 100001, 100223, 100217, 10108520, 146114)
- Cam Locks (e.g., 100347)
- Cam Bolts (e.g., 146114)
- Dowels (e.g., 101345, 102553, 10093081, 10093082)
- Drawer Slides (e.g., 10122691, 10119567, 10122710, 10122693)
- Knobs (e.g., 151705, 151707, 151706, 151708)
- Allen Keys (e.g., 100006, 100001)
- Anti-tip hardware (brackets, screws, straps)
Note: Specific quantities for each screw type are detailed in the original assembly diagrams.
Assembly Steps
Step 1: Assemble Base Frame
Connect the main frame components, including side panels and base, using screws, dowels, and cam locks/bolts as indicated.
Step 2: Attach Drawer Slides to Frame
Install the drawer slide components (IKEA CL and IKEA CR) onto the interior sides of the main frame using screws.
Step 3: Attach Back Support
Secure the back support panel to the assembled frame using screws.
Step 4: Install Remaining Drawer Slides
Attach the other set of drawer slide components to the main frame, ensuring proper alignment.
Step 5: Attach Drawer Front Supports
Fasten the drawer front support pieces to the main frame.
Step 6: Attach Top Panel
Position and secure the top panel to the assembled frame using screws.
Step 7: Attach Back Panel Supports
Insert dowels into the back panel supports and attach them to the main frame with screws.
Step 8: Attach Top Panel Supports
Secure additional support pieces to the top panel with screws.
Step 9: Assemble Drawer Boxes
Construct the individual drawer boxes by joining the drawer sides, back, and bottom panels using screws and dowels.
Step 10: Attach Drawer Fronts to Boxes
Connect the drawer fronts to the assembled drawer boxes using cam locks and bolts.
Step 11: Install Drawer Boxes
Slide the completed drawer boxes into the main frame, ensuring they engage correctly with the installed drawer slides.
Step 12: Attach Drawer Slides to Drawer Boxes
Affix the corresponding drawer slide components to the sides of each drawer box.
Step 13: Secure Drawer Boxes
Fasten the drawer boxes securely within the frame using screws.
Step 14: Connect Drawer Fronts to Boxes
Attach the drawer fronts to the drawer boxes using the provided cam lock and bolt system.
Step 15: Insert Drawer Fronts
Slide the drawer fronts onto the drawer boxes and secure them with the locking mechanism.
Step 16: Attach Drawer Slides to Main Frame
Secure drawer slide components to the main frame using screws.
Step 17: Attach Drawer Slides to Drawer Boxes
Attach drawer slide components to the drawer boxes using screws.
Step 18: Attach Drawer Back Panels
Connect the back panels to the drawer boxes using screws.
Step 19: Insert Drawer Back Panels
Slide the drawer back panels into their designated positions.
Step 20: Attach Drawer Bottom Panels
Secure the drawer bottom panels to the drawer boxes with screws.
Step 21: Install Drawer Bottom Panels
Slide the drawer bottom panels into the grooves of the drawer boxes.
Step 22: Attach Top and Bottom Panels
Secure the top and bottom panels of the main unit using screws.
Step 23: Attach Side Panels
Fasten the side panels to the main unit using screws.
Step 24: Attach Drawer Guides
Install the drawer guides onto the main frame using screws.
Step 25: Secure Back Panel
Attach the back panel to the main unit using screws.
Step 26: Insert Drawer Slides
Slide the drawer slides into the main unit.
Step 27: Attach Drawer Runners to Frame
Secure drawer runners to the main frame using screws and an Allen key.
Step 28: Attach Drawer Guides to Frame
Install drawer guides onto the main frame using screws.
Step 29: Adjust Leveling Feet
Adjust the leveling feet at the bottom of the unit for stability.
Step 30: Attach Drawer Slides
Secure drawer slides to the main frame using screws.
Step 31: Final Check
Review all connections and ensure the unit is stable.
Step 32: Wall Mounting Instructions
Important: Furniture must be secured to the wall with the anti-tip device provided to prevent tipover accidents.
Wall Types and Fixings:
- Type A (Solid Walls): Use supplied screws and plugs. Drill a 5/16" (8 mm) hole, insert plug, then screw.
- Type B (Hollow Walls): Use supplied screws and plugs. Drill a 5/16" (8 mm) hole, insert plug, then screw.
- Type C (Solid Wood): Use screws without plugs. Drill a 1/8" (3 mm) hole.
Follow specific instructions for attaching anti-tip hardware to the wall and furniture.
Step 33: Attach Anti-Tip Bracket to Furniture
Secure the anti-tip bracket to the back of the furniture unit using screws (e.g., 10102070).
Step 34: Attach Anti-Tip Bracket to Wall
Secure the corresponding anti-tip bracket to the wall at the appropriate height, ensuring it is anchored securely.
Step 35: Connect Anti-Tip Straps
Connect the anti-tip straps between the furniture bracket and the wall bracket.
Step 36: Assemble Drawer Boxes
Assemble the remaining drawer boxes using screws and dowels.
Step 37: Attach Drawer Slides to Boxes
Attach drawer slide components to the sides of the drawer boxes.
Step 38: Attach Drawer Fronts
Attach drawer fronts to the drawer boxes using screws (e.g., 145718).
Step 39: Attach Drawer Knobs
Attach the drawer knobs to the drawer fronts using screws.
Step 40: Install Drawer Slides
Install the drawer slides onto the main unit.
Step 41: Attach Drawer Fronts
Attach drawer fronts to the drawer boxes using screws (e.g., 106603).
Step 42: Insert Drawers
Insert the assembled drawers into the main unit.
Step 43: Insert Drawers
Insert the assembled drawers into the main unit.
Step 44: Insert Drawers
Insert the assembled drawers into the main unit.