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How to assemble IKEA FRIDHULT Sleeper Sofa

Step-by-step IKEA FRIDHULT Sleeper Sofa assembly: 13 illustrated steps, an animated video, the hardware list and the tools you need — following the official instructions (AA-2377279-3).

  • 13 illustrated steps
  • 14 steps in the manual
  • 2:11 video
  • 141×88×81 cm
IKEA FRIDHULT Sleeper Sofa, assembled

What you need

Tools

  • Phillips screwdriver
  • Spanner (included)

You’ll need: a Phillips screwdriver and the box spanner (120202) from the box.

Hardware in the box

Part no. (as printed in the manual)Qty
1145093×
1004694×
1010842×
1007123×
1008547×
1500222×

Step-by-step assembly

  1. Step 1: Screw 3 threaded rods (114509) into the backrest by hand. — IKEA FRIDHULT assembly

    Step 1

    Screw 3 threaded rods (114509) into the backrest by hand.

    Lay the backrest on its back, rail towards you. Turn the rods all the way in.

  2. Step 2: Screw a hook (150022) onto each armrest with screw 101084. — IKEA FRIDHULT assembly

    Step 2

    Screw a hook (150022) onto each armrest with screw 101084.

    One hook and one screw per armrest. Use the Phillips screwdriver.

  3. Step 3: Lower the seat onto the 3 rods. — IKEA FRIDHULT assembly

    Step 3

    Lower the seat onto the 3 rods.

    Underside towards you — the rods go through the holes in the back rail.

  4. Step 4: Fit a washer (100854) and a nut (100712) on each rod. — IKEA FRIDHULT assembly

    Step 4

    Fit a washer (100854) and a nut (100712) on each rod.

    Tighten the 3 nuts with the box spanner (120202).

  5. Step 5: Hook the first armrest into the slot at the end of the backrest. — IKEA FRIDHULT assembly

    Step 5 · manual step 5–6

    Hook the first armrest into the slot at the end of the backrest.

    Its top and bottom must be flush with the frame — see the info box in step 6.

  6. Step 6: Fix the armrest with 2 bolts (100469) and 2 washers (100854). — IKEA FRIDHULT assembly

    Step 6 · manual step 7

    Fix the armrest with 2 bolts (100469) and 2 washers (100854).

    From inside the frame. Tighten them with the box spanner (120202).

  7. Step 7: Hook the second armrest onto the other end the same way. — IKEA FRIDHULT assembly

    Step 7 · manual step 8–9

    Hook the second armrest onto the other end the same way.

    Again flush at the top and bottom — see the info box in step 9.

  8. Step 8: Fix it with 2 bolts (100469) and 2 washers (100854). — IKEA FRIDHULT assembly

    Step 8 · manual step 10

    Fix it with 2 bolts (100469) and 2 washers (100854).

    Tighten them with the box spanner (120202).

  9. Step 9: Screw the 4 legs (10102037) into the corners by hand. — IKEA FRIDHULT assembly

    Step 9 · manual step 11

    Screw the 4 legs (10102037) into the corners by hand.

  10. Step 10: Stick a felt pad (10050334) under each leg. — IKEA FRIDHULT assembly

    Step 10 · manual step 12

    Stick a felt pad (10050334) under each leg.

  11. Step 11: Turn the sofa upright onto its legs — 2 people. — IKEA FRIDHULT assembly

    Step 11 · manual step 12

    Turn the sofa upright onto its legs — 2 people.

  12. Step 12: Put the covers on the 2 back cushions and zip them closed. — IKEA FRIDHULT assembly

    Step 12 · manual step 13

    Put the covers on the 2 back cushions and zip them closed.

    Push each insert in, fill out the corners, then close the zip.

  13. Step 13: Place the 2 back cushions against the backrest. — IKEA FRIDHULT assembly

    Step 13 · manual step 14

    Place the 2 back cushions against the backrest.

Tips & safety

  • Vacuum-packed cushions Don’t open the bags with a knife or scissors. Give the cushions up to 72 hours to regain their shape.
  • Using it as a bed Lift off the back cushions, then fold the seat out forwards — see the last page of the manual.

Official instructions

This guide follows IKEA’s official assembly instructions (AA-2377279-3). Keep the printed manual to hand — if anything differs, the manual is right.

Open the official PDF manual

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