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How to assemble IKEA ÄLVDALEN Sleeper Sofa
Step-by-step IKEA ÄLVDALEN Sleeper Sofa assembly: 8 illustrated steps, an animated video, the hardware list and the tools you need — following the official instructions (AA-2361755-1).
- 8 illustrated steps
- 5 steps in the manual
- 1:37 video
- 198×92×85 cm
What you need
Tools
- Allen key (included)
You’ll need: the Allen key (10095216) that comes in the box — and a helper.
Hardware in the box
| Part no. (as printed in the manual) | Qty |
|---|---|
| 122692 | 4× |
Step-by-step assembly
Step 1
Screw the 6 legs (10099665) into the base by hand.
The base lies upside down on the seat — work on a soft surface.
Step 2
Stick a felt pad (10002300) onto the end of each leg.
6 pads — peel them off the 2 sheets.
Step 3
Turn the base over onto its legs — 2 people.
Step 4 · manual step 3
Lower the front of the seat down onto the base.
Step 5 · manual step 4
Hold the backrest against the 2 brackets.
2 people. The brackets on the rear of the base go against the front of the backrest.
Step 6 · manual step 4
Fix it with 4 bolts (122692) — 2 in each bracket.
Tighten them with the Allen key (10095216).
Step 7 · manual step 5
Lift the seat at the front and push it back.
Slide it all the way back against the backrest.
Step 8 · manual step 5
Place the 3 back cushions on the seat.
Tips & safety
- Work with 2 people Turn the base over and hold the backrest in place together (steps 3 and 4).
- Assemble on a soft surface Lay the base on a rug or the packaging so the fabric isn’t scratched.
- Making the bed Take the back cushions off first, then lift and fold out the seat — see the last pages of the manual.
Official instructions
This guide follows IKEA’s official assembly instructions (AA-2361755-1). Keep the printed manual to hand — if anything differs, the manual is right.
