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How to assemble IKEA BÄSTBOLL Gaming Chair
Step-by-step IKEA BÄSTBOLL Gaming Chair assembly: 12 illustrated steps, an animated video, the hardware list and the tools you need — following the official instructions (AA-2541304-3).
- 12 illustrated steps
- 8 steps in the manual
- 1:53 video
- 68×68×136 cm
What you need
Tools
- Allen key (included)
You’ll need: only the Allen key (124345), included. Step 4 is a job for two people.
Hardware in the box
| Part no. (as printed in the manual) | Qty |
|---|---|
| 159026 | 4× |
| 149697 | 3× |
| 10095995 | 5× |
Step-by-step assembly
Step 1
Lay the base upside down and click in the 5 casters.
Push each caster in until it clicks — no gap under the caster.
Step 2
Pull the protective cap off the gas cylinder.
Recycle the cap.
Step 3
Turn the base over onto its casters.
Step 4 · manual step 3
Put the gas cylinder into the hole in the centre of the base.
Step 5 · manual step 4
With two people, lower the seat onto the gas cylinder.
The top of the cylinder goes into the hole under the seat.
Step 6 · manual step 5
Sit on the chair and turn from side to side.
This presses the seat firmly onto the gas cylinder.
Step 7 · manual step 6
Slide the backrest down between the brackets at the back.
Step 8 · manual step 6
Fix the backrest with 2 bolts (159026) on the right side.
Tighten with the Allen key.
Step 9 · manual step 6
Fix the left side the same way with 2 bolts (159026).
Step 10 · manual step 7
Lower the headrest onto the top of the backrest.
Its round plate sits against the back of the backrest.
Step 11 · manual step 7
Fix the headrest with 3 bolts (149697).
Tighten with the Allen key.
Step 12 · manual step 8
Click the cover over the round plate.
Press it on until it clicks.
Tips & safety
- Warning: gas cylinder Only trained personnel may replace or repair the seat height adjustment parts (manual p. 8–10).
- Adjust the chair to fit you Lever under the seat: lift for seat height, up or down to unlock or lock the tilt. The headrest, lumbar support and armrests adjust too (manual p. 14–16).
Official instructions
This guide follows IKEA’s official assembly instructions (AA-2541304-3). Keep the printed manual to hand — if anything differs, the manual is right.
