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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

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 |
|---|---|
| 114509 | 3× |
| 100469 | 4× |
| 101084 | 2× |
| 100712 | 3× |
| 100854 | 7× |
| 150022 | 2× |
Step-by-step 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.

Step 2
Screw a hook (150022) onto each armrest with screw 101084.
One hook and one screw per armrest. Use the Phillips screwdriver.

Step 3
Lower the seat onto the 3 rods.
Underside towards you — the rods go through the holes in the back rail.

Step 4
Fit a washer (100854) and a nut (100712) on each rod.
Tighten the 3 nuts with the box spanner (120202).

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.

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).

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.

Step 8 · manual step 10
Fix it with 2 bolts (100469) and 2 washers (100854).
Tighten them with the box spanner (120202).

Step 9 · manual step 11
Screw the 4 legs (10102037) into the corners by hand.

Step 10 · manual step 12
Stick a felt pad (10050334) under each leg.

Step 11 · manual step 12
Turn the sofa upright onto its legs — 2 people.

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.

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.



