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How to assemble IKEA IDÅSEN Desk Sit/Stand
Step-by-step IKEA IDÅSEN Desk Sit/Stand assembly: 18 illustrated steps, an animated video, the hardware list and the tools you need — following the official instructions (AA-2096213-4).
- 18 illustrated steps
- 17 steps in the manual
- 2:43 video
- 160×80×75 cm cm
What you need
Tools
- Phillips screwdriver
- Hammer
- Allen key (included)
- Spirit level
You’ll need: a Phillips screwdriver, a hammer and a spirit level. The 2 Allen keys (124345, 100049) are in the box.
Hardware in the box
| Part no. (as printed in the manual) | Qty |
|---|---|
| 109568 | 2× |
| 100181 | 16× |
| 159171 | 4× |
| 149697 | 12× |
| 130886 | 6× |
| 130884 | 6× |
| 104875 | 8× |
| 111032 | 4× |
Step-by-step assembly
Step 1
Slide the three beam sections together.
The two end sections slide over the middle one.
Step 2
Join the sections with 8 bolts (100181) and 8 nuts (104875).
For the 160×80 cm (63×31 ½") top use the outer holes — see step 2. Allen key 124345.
Step 3
Turn the beam over and slide a leg onto each end.
The legs point up.
Step 4
Fix each leg with 4 bolts (149697).
8 bolts in total — Allen key 124345. Don’t use 100181 here.
Step 5
Fit the 2 top brackets on the beam ends: 4 bolts (149697).
2 bolts in each bracket.
Step 6
Push a foot onto the end of each leg.
Step 7
Fix each foot with 2 bolts (159171).
4 bolts in total — use the larger Allen key 100049.
Step 8
Screw the 4 adjustable feet (111032) into the feet.
Step 9 · manual step 8
Turn the frame over onto its feet.
Do this with two people.
Step 10 · manual step 9
Connect the two legs with cable 199852.
Plug it into both leg housings and lay it in the beam.
Step 11 · manual step 10–11
Plug in the power cable and the control panel cable.
Power supply on the left, control panel on either side — see steps 10–11.
Step 12
Rivet the cable net to the underside of the top.
6 inserts (130884), then tap in 6 pins (130886) with a hammer.
Step 13 · manual step 12
Turn the top over.
Step 14 · manual step 13
Plug in and test: the legs move up and down.
Hold the control panel button — see step 13.
Step 15 · manual step 14
Lay the top on the frame.
Two people — line it up with the brackets.
Step 16 · manual step 15
Fix the top with 8 bolts (100181) through the brackets.
4 at each end — Allen key 124345.
Step 17 · manual step 16
Screw the control panel under the front edge: 2 screws (109568).
Phillips screwdriver.
Step 18 · manual step 17
Level the desk: turn the adjustable feet in or out.
Check with a spirit level on the top.
Tips & safety
- Max load: 75 kg (165 lb). Spread the weight over the top — never put it all at one end.
- Changing the height: Lift the front of the control panel to go up, press it down to go down — hold until it stops.
Official instructions
This guide follows IKEA’s official assembly instructions (AA-2096213-4). Keep the printed manual to hand — if anything differs, the manual is right.
