Argos Double Metal Futon 656/0898 User manual

Assembly Instructions
1. We suggest you spend a short time reading through this leaflet and
then follow the simple step by step instructions.
2. If you follow the instructions carefully the end result should be worth
the effort.
3. Do not discard any of the packaging until you have checked that you
have all the parts and the pack of fittings.
4. Assemble this product on a carpet.
5. To ensure an easier assembly, we strongly advise that all fittings are
only finger tightened during initial assembly. Only upon completion
of the assembly should all fixing points be fully tightened.
6. We recommend a periodic check on all fixing points to make sure
they remain fully tightened.
7. Keep glue and fittings out of children's reach.
Before you
start, here
is some
helpful advice
Double Metal Futon
Note: It will require two people to complete this assembly.
EXTENDED
CLOSED
After-sales telephone number for spare parts : 08456 400800

Parts
Fittings
QTY 1pc
1
QTY 1pc
3QTY 1pc
4
QTY 2pcs
5
(LEFT) (RIGHT)
LEFT
RIGHT
Component parts and fittings contained in the box
QTY 1pc
2
CQTY 12 B
QTY 4
DQTY 8 E
QTY 12 Ø16mm
QTY 4
F
A
QTY 1pc
8
QTY 2pcs
7
QTY 1pc
6
QTY 1
J
QTY 2
H
QTY 4
G
35mm
QTY 16
15mm
20mm
Rubber Washer
Washer

STEP 1
STEP 2
ASSEMBLY
A B
A
B
C
C
A
B
3
4
1
2
1) Assemble left hand hinge ③
to left side frame ① using
fixings A B and C .
Note:
Both the hinge and frame
are identified L ！
1) Assemble right hand hinge
④ to right side frame ②
using fixings A B and C .
Note:
Both parts are identified R ！
C
L
R
15mm
A B C
15mm
116mm
227mm
227mm
116mm

STEP 3
STEP 4
ASSEMBLY
B ED
1) Assemble rails ⑤ in
between side frames ① and
② using fixings B D and
E .
5
1
2
B
E
D
F
F
6
7
7
6
20mm
35mm
1) Assemble support legs ⑦ to
the underside of main base
panel ⑥ using fixings F .

STEP 5
STEP 6
ASSEMBLY
DC
C
D
8
8
PUSH
20mm
1) Assemble back panel ⑧ to
hinges using fixings C and
D .
1) Open out main base panel
⑥.
2) Fold out the support foot by
releasing the spring pin as
shown.
6

STEP 7
ASSEMBLY
D
C
6
G
DC G
5
20mm
1) Assemble base panel ⑥ to
the hinges using fixings C
and D .
2) Stick self adhesive foam
pads G onto rails ⑤ at the
base frame contact points.
6

STEP 8
ASSEMBLY
4
5
5
1
TO OPEN
1) Lift the front edge of the seat
section.
2) Push the back section down
until both sections are flat.
3) By depressing the release
pin, fold down the support
foot.
4) Open out the folding seat.
5) Extend the support legs.
TO CLOSE
1) Fold up the support legs.
2) Close the folding seat
section.
3) Using the release pin, close
the support foot.
4) Lift the front edge of the
seat section.
5) Lift the back section until it
settles into the raised
position.
6) Lower the seat section onto
the frame.
3
2

656/0898
Assembly Instructions – Please keep for future reference
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
Issue 1 - 07/01/10
Double Metal Futon
Dimensions
Width - 191cm
Depth - 149.5cm
Height - 60.5cm
Width - 149.5cm
Depth - 87cm
Height - 72.5cm
Extended Closed

Safety and Care Advice
Important – Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly
1
Care and maintenance
• Check you have all the
components and tools listed on
pages 2 and 3.
• Remove all fittings 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.
• Make sure that support legs
are fully open during use.
• Keep hands clear of the hinge
folding area when opening or
closing the frame.
• Assemble the item as close
to its final position (in the same
room) as possible.
• Assemble on a soft level
surface to avoid damaging the
unit or your floor.
• Parts of the assembly will be
easier with 2 people.
• Dispose of all packaging
carefully and responsibly.
• Place the product on flat and
steady surface during use.
• Legs can be folded away for
flat storage.
• Keep children away from the
area when opening or closing
the frame.
• Keep these instructions for
further use.
• To ensure an easier assembly,
we strongly advise that all
fittings are only finger tightened
during initial assembly. Only
upon completion of the
assembly should all fixing points
be fully tightened.
• Only clean using a damp cloth
and mild detergent, do no 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.

Please check you have all the parts listed below
Components - Parts
2
Left side frame
(72 x 60.5cm)
Right side frame
(72 x 60.5cm)
1 2
6
Side rail x 2 (141 x 10cm)
5
Back frame (136 x 62cm)
Right hand hinge
(47 x 14.5cm)
4
Left hand hinge
(47 x14.5cm)
3
8Support leg x 2 (54 x 24cm)
7Seat frame (136 x 124.7cm)

Components - Fittings
A
Rubber washer x 8
3
Please check you have all the fittings listed below
Note: The quantities below are the correct amount to complete the assembly. In some cases more
fittings may be supplied than are required.
Plain washer x 12
Self adhesive pad x 4
If you have damaged or missing components,
call the Customer Helpline: 08456 400800
B C
D E F
G
15mm screw x 4
35mm Allen screw x 4
Nut x 12
20mm screw x 16
Allen key x 2
H
Allen key x 1
J
0
Ruler – Use this ruler to help correctly identify the screws
510 2015 4035
30
25 80
75
7060 65
45 50 55 160155150140 145120 125 130 135
85 90 10095 115110105 165 170

Step 1
Assembly Instructions
4
Step 2
Assembling hinges
A
1
2
Assembling side rails
Two people will be
needed here.
With help, assemble side
rails in between side
frames and using
fixings and .
116mm
227mm
227mm
116mm
1
3
A
B
C
A
B
C
2
4
a:
b:
Place side frames
and flat onto the floor
with the or labels
facing upwards.
a: Assemble left hand
hinge to left side
frame using fixings
and .
Note: Both the hinge and
frame are identified .
b: Assemble right
hand hinge to right
side frame using
fixings and .
Note: Both parts are
identified .
4
3
B C
L
A B C
R
2
1
2
DB
E
5
5
5
5
1 2
B D E
L
R
Back
Front
Front
Back
1
2
L R
Note:
Front and back can be
identified from location
of fixing holes.

Assembly Instructions
Step 3
5
Step 4
Assembling back frame
Assembling support
legs
Assemble support legs
to the underside of
seat frame using
fixings .
F
8
7
C
D
D
C
6
6
Assemble back frame
to the hinges using
fixings and .
C D
6
7
8
8
7
F

Assembly Instructions
Step 5
6
Step 6
Open out seat frame
Assembling seat frame
a: Assemble seat frame
to the hinges using
fixings and .
b: Stick self adhesive
foam pads onto rails
as shown.
These are located to
cushion the seat and
back frames when the
futon is folded flat.
C D
7
G
5
Open out seat frame .
Fold out the support foot
by releasing the spring
pin as shown.
7
b:
G
5
7
D
C
D
7
7
a:
5
G
PUSH
7

Assembly Instructions
Step 7
7
TO OPEN
Assembly is complete.
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1
2
3
4
5
5
TO CLOSE
1) From the front corner
of the seat frame, raise
the seat frame slightly.
2) At the same time, push
the back frame down
until both frames are flat.
3) Press the release pin
on the support foot and
fold down until it clicks
into position.
4) Open out the folding
seat.
5) Fold out the two main
legs.
Warning:
Keep hands
clear of hinge
area when opening and
closing the futon.
Fold in the main legs.
Close out the folding
seat.
Press the release pin to
fold up the support feet.
Lift the front edge of the
seat frame.
Lift the back section until
both frames are raised
into the seating position.
Warning:
Keep hands
clear of hinge
area when opening and
closing the futon.