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How to assemble IKEA SMÅGÖRA Shelf Unit
Step-by-step IKEA SMÅGÖRA Shelf Unit assembly: 14 illustrated steps, an animated video, the hardware list and the tools you need — following the official instructions (AA-2178341-4).
- 14 illustrated steps
- 12 steps in the manual
- 2:21 video
- 29×24×88 cm
What you need
Tools
- Flat-head screwdriver
- Phillips screwdriver
- Spirit level
- Hammer
You’ll need: flat-head and Phillips screwdrivers, a pencil, a spirit level and a hammer.
Hardware in the box
| Part no. (as printed in the manual) | Qty |
|---|---|
| 101345 | 16× |
| 103693 | 2× |
| 107716 | 4× |
| 118331 | 16× |
| 119252 | 16× |
| 122628 | 4× |
| 115753 | 2× |
| 110646 | 2× |
Step-by-step assembly
Step 1
Screw 16 cam bolts (118331) into the two long side panels.
8 in each, by hand. Lay the panels on a rug, holes facing up.
Step 2
Push 8 dowels (101345) into the edges of the 2 end panels.
2 in each edge.
Step 3 · manual step 2
Stand the end panels on the side panel, one at each end.
The dowels and cam bolts go into the holes.
Step 4 · manual step 3
Push 8 dowels into the 2 shelves and fit them the same way.
The shelves go between the end panels.
Step 5 · manual step 4
Insert 8 cam locks (119252) and turn them clockwise.
With the flat-head screwdriver. They lock onto the bolts of the lower side panel.
Step 6 · manual step 5
Slide the back panel down into the groove at the back.
Step 7 · manual step 6
Turn the other side panel over onto the unit.
The dowels and cam bolts go into the holes.
Step 8 · manual step 7
Insert the other 8 cam locks (119252) and turn them clockwise.
Step 9 · manual step 8
Tap the 4 glides (122628) into the bottom end with a hammer.
Line them up with the outer faces. For hanging it horizontally, see manual p. 13.
Step 10 · manual step 8
Stand the unit upright.
Step 11 · manual step 9
Screw the 2 wall brackets (115753) under the top panel.
2 screws (107716) each, with the Phillips screwdriver — against the back panel.
Step 12 · manual step 10
Place the unit against the wall and mark the bracket holes.
Mark the wall with a pencil through the holes in the 2 brackets.
Step 13 · manual step 11
Move the unit away and drive 2 wall screws in at the marks.
Fit a spacer (110646) on each screw. Leave the head 1 cm out from the wall — see the manual, step 11.
Step 14 · manual step 12
Push the unit back and hook the brackets on with the 2 plates (103693).
Check it is plumb, tighten the screws, then slide on the 2 covers (115754).
Tips & safety
- Always fix the shelf unit to the wall. Children have died from furniture tip-over. Use wall screws and plugs suited to your wall — ask a specialist if unsure.
- Want it on the wall horizontally? The unit can also hang lying down — follow manual steps 8–11 on pages 13–15 instead.
Official instructions
This guide follows IKEA’s official assembly instructions (AA-2178341-4). Keep the printed manual to hand — if anything differs, the manual is right.
