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How to Assemble IKEA GERSBY Bookcase
Step-by-step IKEA GERSBY bookcase assembly: 14 illustrated steps, an animated video, the hardware list and the tools you need — following the official instructions (AA-987869-12).
- 14 illustrated steps
- 8 steps in the manual
- 2:17 video
- 60×24×180 cm
What you need
Tools
- Phillips screwdriver
- Hammer
You’ll need: a Phillips screwdriver, a hammer and a pencil.
Hardware in the box
| Part no. (as printed in the manual) | Qty |
|---|---|
| 100214 | 12× |
| 101350 | 16× |
| 101532 | 12× |
| 109041 | 2× |
| 100823 | 4× |
| 106989 | 2× |
Step-by-step assembly
Step 1
Push 12 wooden dowels (101350) into the top, bottom and fixed shelf.
2 in each end. The manual inset shows which way round the panels go.
Step 2
Fit the three panels onto one side panel.
Everything lies on its front edge. The dowels go into the holes in the side.
Step 3 · manual step 2
Screw in 6 screws (100214) with the Allen key (100001).
They go through the side into the ends of the panels — 2 per panel.
Step 4 · manual step 3
Push 4 dowels (101350) into the plinth and fit it at the bottom.
The plinth sits set back under the bottom shelf (manual inset).
Step 5 · manual step 4
Fit the second side panel.
The dowels line up with the holes in the side.
Step 6 · manual step 4
Screw in 6 more screws (100214) with the Allen key.
2 into each panel end.
Step 7 · manual step 5
Mark the middle of the fixed shelf on both sides.
Use a pencil, on the back edges. You’ll nail the back panel along this line.
Step 8 · manual step 6
Lay the back panel on the frame.
Line it up with the outer edges — it lies on top of the sides, not between them.
Step 9 · manual step 6
Nail the back panel on with the nails (101221).
Nail into the sides, top, bottom and along the line across the fixed shelf.
Step 10 · manual step 7
Stand the bookcase upright.
Get help — it is tall and heavy.
Step 11 · manual step 7
Screw 2 wall brackets (106989) to the top.
Each with a screw (109041) and a washer (100823), close to the wall side.
Step 12 · manual step 7
Fix the brackets to the wall.
Wall screws and plugs are not included — use ones suited to your wall, with a washer (100823).
Step 13 · manual step 8
Push 12 shelf pins (101532) into the side holes.
4 per shelf, at the heights you want.
Step 14 · manual step 8
Lay the 3 shelves on the pins.
Tips & safety
- Always fix GERSBY to the wall. Furniture tip-over can cause serious or fatal crushing injuries. Use the included wall brackets.
- Wall screws and plugs are not included. Choose fittings that suit your wall material. If unsure, ask a professional.
Official instructions
This guide follows IKEA's official assembly instructions (AA-987869-12). Keep the printed manual to hand — if anything differs, the manual is right.
