Argos 609/5741 User manual

2 Drawers/Tall/Wide/Extra Deep Bookcase
Assembly Instructions -
Please keep for future reference 609/5741
Dimensions
Depth - 29cm
Width - 78cm
Height - 180cm
Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly
If you need help or have damaged or missing parts, call the Customer Helpline: 08456 400800
Version 2 Date: 25/04/13
610/9541

Glue safety - Take care when using glue, please follow the advice below
Safety and Care Advice
Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly
Care and maintenance
• Check you have all the
components and tools listed on
pages 2 and 3.
• Remove all ttings from the
plastic bags and separate them
into their groups.
• Keep children and animals away
from the work area, small parts
could choke if swallowed.
• Make sure you have enough
space to layout the parts before
starting.
• Do not stand on the product,
this could cause damage.
• Assemble the item as close to
its nal position (in the same
room) as possible.
• Assemble on a soft level surface
to avoid damaging the unit or your
oor.
• Parts of the assembly will be
easier with 2 people.
• We do not
recommend the
use of power
drill/drivers for
inserting screws,
as this could damage the unit.
Only use hand screwdrivers.
• Dispose of all packaging
carefully and responsibly.
• Note: Only apply the glue once
you are sure of the assembly.
Skin contact: Remove
contamination by washing with
soap and water. This procedure
should also be followed prior to
eating and drinking.
Eye contact: Rinse immediately
with clean water for 15 minutes
and seek medical advice.
If swallowed: Seek medical
advice immediately.
• Only clean using a damp cloth
and mild detergent, do not use
bleach or abrasive cleaners.
• From time to time check that
there are no loose screws on
this unit.
• This product should not be
discarded with household waste.
Take to your local authority waste
disposal centre.
1
Note: if required the next
page can be cut out and used
as reference throughout the
assembly. Keep this page with
these instructions for future
reference.
• Do not use this item if any
components are missing or
damaged.

2
Components - Panels
Please check you have all the panels listed below
Right side panel (180 x 28.6cm)
6
Top back panel
(76.7 x 79.8cm)
12
Middle back panel
(76.7 x 56.8cm)
13
Bottom back panel
(76.7 x 37cm)
14
Left side panel (180 x 28.6cm)
5
Back support (74.9 x 8.9cm)
11
Drawer front panel x 2
(74.4 x 17cm)
7
Drawer back panel x 2
(71.7 x 10.6cm)
8
Drawer right side panel x 2
(24 x 10.6cm)
15
Drawer left side panel x 2
(24 x 10.6cm)
16
Front panel (74.9 x 5.9cm)
9
Bottom panel (74.9 x 8.9cm)
10
Fixed panel x 2 (74.9 x 28.4cm)
1
Middle panel (74.9 x 28.4cm)
2
Shelf x 3 (74.9 x 28.4cm)
3
Drawer bottom panel x 2
(72.6 x 23.6cm)
4
If you have damaged or missing components,
call the Customer Helpline: 08456 400800
Finished front edge
Pilot holes for guidance only
Pilot holes for guidance only

3
Note: The quantities below are the correct amount to complete the assembly. in some cases mor
may be supplied than are required.
Components - Fittings
110 120 130 140 1500 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
0 1 2 3 4 5 6
0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 100 105 110 115 120 125 130 135 140 145 150 155 160 165 170
Tools required
Phillips screwdriver
(medium & large)
Bradawl
(or sharp point)
Small
hammer
Ruler/tape
measure
Eye protection
(when using a
hammer or glue)
Ruler - Use this ruler to help correctly identify the screws
ABC
DEF
NO
PQ
14mm Screw x 1
Shelf support x 12
50mm Screw x 12
30mm Screw x 12
Wall strap x 1
Nail x 54
Support cover x 12
Wall plug x 1
Screw cover x 12
G
Runner x 4
H
30mm Dowel x 23
I
34mm Locking pin x 4
12mm Locking nut x 4
J
12mm Screw x 12
K
Handle x 4
M
12mm Screw x 4
L
Glue x 1
(This screw is included
in the bag of runner)
(This screw is
included in the
bag of wall strap)
x 1

Attaching runners
a:
Position the Runners
in from front edge of the
Right side panel .
Slide top of the Runners
back.
Runners on the Right side
panel .
J
J
No
The front part of the
Runner should be
approximately 1.7 cm from
the front edge of the panel.
Step 1
Assembly Instructions
a:
b:
44
K
J
6
6
6
b:
Slide top of the Runners
forward.
Runners on the Right side
panel .
J
6
K
J
K
6
J
back edge
J
KK6
6
K
K
K
K
J
J
Middle hole
Middle hole
te:
1.7cm
J
J
K
K
back edge

d:
Slide top of the Runners
forward.
Runners on the Left side
panel .
Step 1- continued
Assembly Instructions
c:
d:
Attaching runners
5
c:
Position the Runners
in from front edge of the
Left side panel .
Slide top of the Runners
back.
Runners on the Left side
panel .
J
K
J
5
5
5
J
5
K
J
K
5
J
Finished
front edge
J
KK
5
5
J
K
K
J
Middle hole
Middle hole
Finished
front edge
K
K
K
K
J
J
J

of Glue into the dowel
Place a small amount
holes. Insert Dowels
into the Front panel
and Bottom panel .
surfaces and ends of
holes. Insert Dowels into
the Back support .
holes. Insert Dowels into
the Fixed panels .
holes. Insert Dowels into
the Middle panel .
6
Assembly Instructions
a:
back edge
b:
a:
b:
c:
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
A
G
A
G
A
Step 2
x 2
Step 3
Attaching side panels
a:
Attaching bottom panel
10
9
b:
Place a small amount
of Glue onto the joint’s
Position Front panel
onto the Bottom panel
.
9
1
2
G
A
a: Place a small amount
of Glue into the dowel
11
G
A
b:
Place a small amount
of Glue into the dowel
1
G
A
c:
Place a small amount
of Glue into the dowel
2
10
10
9
11
9
10
G
A
G
A
G
A
G
A

Step 3 - continued
Assembly Instructions
Step 4
d:
7
Finished
front edge
A
Finished
front edge
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
1
1
2
11
10
5
6
D
Left side panel and
Right side panel onto
the Fixed panels and
Middle panel , Bottom
panel , Back support
.
6
5
1
2
d:
Place a small amount
of Glue onto the joint’s
Dowels .
A
G
10
11
12
13
14
Caution: Always
check the
assembly method
is correct before
applying glue.
Q
A
back surface
6
Fixing back panels
Attach Top back panel
,Middle back panel
and Bottom back
panel onto the unit
using Nails .
Q
12
Important:
The unit MUST
be ‘square’ when
back is attached.
13
14

Assembly Instructions
8
Repeat with remaining
drawer.
a:
Step 5
Dawer assembly
a:
Fix Drawer right and
left side panels &
to Drawer back panel
using Screws .
C
b:
Place a small amount of
Glue into the groove on
the Drawer side panels and
Drawer back panel.
Carefully slide the Drawer
bottom panel into the
unit.
c:
Screw Locking pins
into the 2 holes shown on
the back of the Drawer
front panel .
Place a small drop of Glue
into the 2 holes shown
and insert Dowels .
b:
c:
d:
e:
15 16
8
I
7
G
G
Turn the Locking nuts
clockwise to lock the panels
together.
H
d:
Place a small drop of
Glue onto the ends of the
Dowels and into the
groove.
Position the Drawer front
panel onto the drawer
sides.
together without any gaps.
e:
Insert 2 Locking nuts
into the holes in the
drawer sides(they will only
insert one way).
H
A
A
A
15
16 8
C
C
C
C
4
7
7
H
H
M
M
C
C
7
Fix the Handles onto
the Drawer front panel
using Screws .
M
7
C
G
I
G
I
7
4
Note:
Insert Locking pins
as far as shown.
Do not over tighten.
GA
A
A
I
G
A
H
Finished
front surface

Assembly Instructions
9
a:
Inserting drawers
a:
Slide the assembled
drawers fully onto the
runners so the runners butt
up against the back of the
drawer front.
b:
From inside each drawer
sides into the runners using
Screws .
Step 6
L
L
L
b: L
With help, carefully stand
bookcase upright.
Warning:
The bookcase is
heavy.
Lift with care.

Assembly Instructions
10
3
3
3
a:
F
E
E
+
F
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
Step 7
b:
Slide the Shelves
into the unit.
3
Attaching shelf panels
a:
SIide Support covers
onto Shelf supports .
lnsert Shelf supports
(Support covers are
included) into the unit.
before inserting the Shelves.
EF
F
Note:
Set the shelf
supports to the desired
height.
E
Use Screw covers to
cover the screw heads.
N
b:
Finished
front edge
5
6

Step 8
Assembly Instructions
If you need help or have damaged or missing parts, call the Customer Helpline: 08456 400800
Assembly is complete.
It is recommended that the
wall.
strap onto the top panel.
With help, move bookcase
into position.
remove bookcase .
Drill a hole and insert Wall
plug .
Reposition bookcase
Screw .
Fixing to wall
Warning:
The bookcase is
heavy.
Lift with care.
Warning:
Before drilling,
check wall for
hidden pipes and
and cables.
B
O
11
P
O
O O P
Top panel
wall
B
P
O
O
Note: Wall plugs supplied are
for solid wall only.
be used for your wall, seek
professional advice if in doubt
Note:
Before use allow the
glue to dry for 24 hours
and make sure the unit is
secure.
back panel

A Guide to - Wall Mounting & Fixings
Revision 2 - 7/10/09
Important note:
Types of walls
Care &
Maintenance
No.1 “General Purpose” wall plug
No.6 “Shield Anchor” wall plug
Heavy loads
No.3 “Cavity Fixing” wall plug
No.4 “Cavity Fixing-Heavy Duty”
wall plug
No.5 “Hammer Fixing” wall plug
No.2 “Plasterboard” wall plug
Generally aerated blocks should not
be used to support heavy loads, use
loads, general purpose wall plugs can
be used.
For use with heavier loads such as TV
& HiFi speakers and satelite dishes etc.
For use with plasterboard partitions or
hollow wooden doors.
heavy loads such as shelving, wall
cabinets and coat racks.
For use with walls stuck with
is secure to the retaining wall.
For use when attaching light loads on
to plasterboard partitions.
Safety: Always check the fitting
and location to ensure your safety
in and around the home.
Fitting: From time to time check
the fitting to ensure the wall plugs
or screws do not become loose.
You can use one of the following types of wall plug if your walls are made
of brick, breeze block, concrete, stone or wood.
Important: When drilling into walls always
check that there are no hidden wires or pipes etc.
Hints:
1: General rule: Always use a larger screw and wall plug
if you are not sure.
2: Ensure you use the recommended drill bit to match the wall
plug and hole size.
3: Ensure you drill the hole horizontally, do not force the drill or
enlarge the hole.
4: Take extra care when drilling high walls, ceilings and ceramic
tiles. Ensure wall plugs are inserted beyond the thickness of
the ceramic tiles to avoid the tiles splitting or cracking.
5:
drilled hole.
If plastic wall plugs
are supplied with your
product:
Make sure that the screws and wall plugs being used
are suitable for supporting your unit. Consult a qualified
tradesperson if you are unsure.
- these are only suitable for
use in masonry walls.
If you are in any doubt about
the correct wall plugs for
your wall, seek professional
advice.
Failure of the product due to
responsibility of the installer.

Simple Assembly Instructions - Please keep for future reference
IMPORTANT
1. Read these instructions carefully and
familiarise yourself with the procedure
before assembling the unit.
2. Check that you have all the component
parts following the list on the back
cover and familiarise yourself with
each part before proceeding.
3. Take all the fittings out of the plastic bag
and separate them into their groups.
4. Ensure you have enough space to lay out
all the parts before assembly.
2 Drawers/Tall/Wide/Extra Deep Bookcase
5. To avoid scratching it is recommended
that you assemble the unit on a soft
level surface.
5-06

Components
A12 x Screw
L
M
L
K
AB
Q
C
P
E
H
J
Components
Fittings
D
R
F
G
N4 x Track O
V
UX
1 x Nail Guide
12 x Plastic Plug
12 x Shelf Support
12 x Support Cover
C23 x Dowel
1 x Top Panel 3 x Shelf
1 x Middle Back Panel
1 x Bottom Panel
1 x Top Back Panel
1 x Front Panel
1 x Right Side Panel
1 x Left Side Panel
1 x Back Support
1 x Bottom Back Panel
Side View
1 x Middle Support
1 x Bottom Support
4 x Handle
2 x
2 x
S2 x Drawer Front Panel
2 x Drawer Bottom Panel
T2 x Drawer Back Panel
Drawer Left
Side Panel Drawer Right
Side Panel
1 x Wall Plug
M
B54 x Nail
1 x Glue
J
N1 x Wall Strap
F13 x Screw
E1 x Screw
D12 x Screw
H4 x Screw
K4 x Locking Nuts
G4 x Locking Pin

Assembly Instructions Assembly Instructions
Stage 2 – Fitting the Top PanelStage 1 – Fitting the Tracks
There are many different
kinds of Screws and
Panels. Ensure you check all
before assembly.
Check Before Assembly
NOTE: It would be useful to ask
someone to help you at this
stage.
1. Use Screws Dto fix the Tracks
Non the Right Side Panel H.
 See fig. 1 and 2.
3. Use the same method as in
fig. 1 and 2 to fix the Tracks
on the Left Side Panel J.
NOTE: Ensure the Screws Dare
located using the centre of the
three locating holes.
NOTE: The front part of the Track
should be approximately 1.5cm
from the edge of the panel.
NOTE: It would be useful to ask
someone to help you at this
stage.
CAUTION: Always check
the assembly method is correct
before applying Glue.
1. Place a small amount of Glue
Jinto the dowel holes. Then
insert Dowels C into the Top
Panel A. 
See fig. 3.
3. Place a small amount of Glue
Jinto the dowel holes. Then
insert Dowels C into the
Bottom Support G. 
See fig. 5.
2. Place a small amount of Glue
Jinto the dowel holes. Then
insert Dowels C into the
Middle Support F.
See fig. 4.
2. Slide the Tracks to other side. Then
use Screws Dto fix the front end
of the Tracks. 
See fig. 2.
JA
fig. 3
C
C
JF
fig. 4
C
C
JG
fig. 5
C
C
Front
fig. 1
D
H
N
D
fig. 2

Assembly Instructions Assembly Instructions
Stage 4 – Fitting the Side PanelsStage 3 – Fitting the Bottom Panel
NOTE: It would be useful to ask
someone to help you at this
stage.
CAUTION: Always check
the assembly method is correct
before applying Glue.
1. Place a small amount of Glue J
into the dowel holes and onto the
joints' surfaces. Then use Screws
Ato fix the Bottom Panel C,
Middle Support F, Back Support
D, Bottom Support G and Top
Panel A onto the Left Side Panel
Jand Right Side Panel H. 
See fig. 9.
2. Place a small amount of Glue J
into the dowel holes. Then use
Dowels C to fix the Bottom Panel
Conto the Front Panel E. 
See fig. 7.
3. Place a small amount of Glue J
into the dowel holes. Then insert
Dowels C into the Bottom Panel
Cand Front Panel E. 
See fig. 8.
1. Place a small amount of Glue
Jinto the dowel holes. Then
insert Dowels C into the Back
Support D. 
See fig. 6.
NOTE: It would be useful to ask
someone to help you at this
stage.
CAUTION: Always check
the assembly method is correct
before applying Glue.
A
J
A
F
G
DC
E
JH
A
A
A
A
A
fig. 9
J
E
C
fig. 8
C
C
fig. 7
J
C
E
CC
fig. 6
JDC
C

Assembly Instructions Assembly Instructions
Stage 6 – Fitting the Shelf SupportsStage 5 – Fitting the Back Panels
fig. 6
1. Slide Support Covers K onto
Shelf Supports L.
See fig. 11.
2. Insert Shelf Supports L into the
unit. Ensure they are well fitted
before inserting the Shelves.
See fig. 12.
NOTE: It would be useful to ask
someone to help you at this
stage.
1. Use Nails Bto fix the Top Back
Panel P, Middle Back Panel Q
and Bottom Back Panel R onto
the unit.
See fig. 10.
NOTE: Use Nail Guide Lto keep
a constant distance from the
edge to Nails B.
fig. 11
L
K
R
LB
P
Q
fig. 10 fig. 12
NOTE: Set the shelf supports to
the desired height.
B
L
L

Assembly Instructions Assembly Instructions
Stage 8 – Fitting the DrawersStage 7 – Fitting the Shelves
2. Use Plastic Plugs M to cover the
Screw Heads.
See fig. 13.
fig. 13
1. Slide Shelves B into the unit.
See fig. 13.
NOTE: It would be useful to ask
someone to help you at this
stage. NOTE: It would be useful to ask
someone to help you during
assembly.
1. Use Screws F to fix the Drawer
Right Side Panel X and Drawer
Left Side Panel U onto Drawer
Back Panel T.
See fig. 14.
CAUTION: Always check
the assembly method is correct
before applying Glue.
2. Place a small amount of Glue J
into the groove on the Drawer
Sides and Drawer Back Panel.
Carefully slide the Drawer
Bottom Panel V into the unit.
See fig. 15.
3. Place a small amount of Glue J
into the dowel holes and onto the
joints' surfaces and groove. Insert
Dowels Cand screw in Locking
Pins Ginto the Drawer Front
Panel S. Then attach the Front
Panel to the Drawer.
See fig. 16.
B
M
M
M
M
B
M
M
G
fig. 14
U
T
T
X
F
F
fig. 15
V
J
fig. 16
J
S
G
C