Murphy WallBed Systems Alpha Flat Pack User manual

Safety Advice Sheet
BEFORE YOU BEGIN:
Please read and understand the instructions prior to
assembly. Incorrect installation of this product could
possibly result in personal injury or physical damage.
WallBeds Australia recommends that eye protection is
worn when assembling the product.
WallBeds Australia recommends two people to safely
assemble and install the wall bed - It is not recommended
you try to install this bed on your own.
The wall bed MUST be securely fastened to the wall.
Failure to do so will cause the bed to tip over & may cause
damage to the cabinet or serious personal injury.
Whilst these products are DIY it is recommended the wall
bed be installed by a qualified tradesperson if you are not
comfortable with the installation of this product.
WallBeds Australia is not responsible for any damages
or injuries incurred by incorrect installation.

Alpha Flat Pack
Steel Bed Frame
Assembly Instructions
Stocked in:
Single
Double
Queen
King
One universal bed frame which can be used to construct a Single,
Double, or Queen WallBeds.
It can be mounted in either vertical or horizontal modes.
A lightweight universal structural steel bed frame with double overlap
steel stiffeners completed with a fold-away leg system. The frame is
designed to exceed the strength of wood or aluminum. The Alpha
frame may be used in residential and commercial applications.
Designed to Exceed International ISO 9002
Standards for residential specifications
© 2010 Murphy WallBed Systems Inc.

Carton Contents for Steel Bed Frame (#SBF)
Note: Each Single, Double, Queen or King Steel Bed Frame carton contains one
complete necessary hardware to complete the bed frame you have chosen. Not all
bags listed below relate to every size frame.
Stock# Qty. Item Comments
1999E
1999S
S456 (SK7)
LG-13
LR
2 Frame End Sections
2 Frame Side Sections
3 (5) Stiffeners - Bed Face (King Size)
2 Fold-away Legs
1 Leg Connector Rod
Identical Head & Foot
Identical Right or Left
Space evenly between Frame Sides
One Left - One Right
Stabalizes and Eases Leg Operation
(Hardware Bag #3)
1214
1213
1218
1226
1223
14 Bolt 10-24 x 1/2” Black
2 Bolt 10-24 x 1 1/4” Black
16 Nut 10-24 x Black Nylock
4 Angle 1”x1”x1 3/4” Black
2 1/2” x 3/4” Round Black Cylinder
Bolt Frame corners
Bolt Leg Stop Foot corners
Use with #1214 & #1213
Use inside Frame corners
Use with #1213 as Leg Stop
(Hardware Bag #4)
1220
1222
1221
1217
1210
SW1
2 1 1/2” x 5/16” Black Washer
2 1 1/2” x .765” Black Washer
2 1 1/2” x .765” Black Nylon Washer
2 Nut 5/16” Black Nylock
2 Bolt 1/4”-20 Black Hex Head
2 Star Washer for #1210
Secure Leg inside Frame
Secure Leg inside Frame
Between Leg & outside of Frame
Secure Leg inside Frame
Attach Leg to Leg Rod
Attach Leg to Leg Rod
(Hardware Bag #5)
1228
1229
1224
1 Nylon Web Strap with Buckle
2 3/4” x 1/4” Washer
2 #8 x 5/8” Wood Screw
Secure Mattress to Bed Frame
Secure Nylon Web Strap to Bed
Face Panel under Mattress
Secure Nylon Web Strap
(Hardware Bag #7 - King size includes 2 bags)
1224 110 #8 x 5/8” Wood Screw
Attach Steel Bed Frame to Bed Face
(Hardware Bag #22)
1226
PS-1
20 1” x 1” x 1 3/4” Black Corner Angle
2 1” x 3” Black Panel Saver
80 #8 x 5/8” Black Wood Screw
Assemble Cabinets
Assemble per Drawing
Attach the above
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Alpha Bed Frame Project Start-Up
Familiarise yourself with all of the components in the Alpha Bed Frame
and mechanism cartons, as well as thoroughly study this manual so you
may plan the steps required to complete this project.
Study all illustrations and plan drawings. Make sure that the space
available is adequate for the specified dimensions of the bed cabinet;
both in the open and closed positions (see cut list pages to cross check
dimensions).
Panels should be 16mm MDF. Particle board is acceptable but with
more attention given to assembly procedures and handling. This is
discussed further in this manual.
Steps to Complete Project
1. Prepare all wood or laminate cabinet components.
2. Mount Lift Mechanism.
3. Install springs in Lift Mechanisms.
4. Assemble the Bed Cabinet.
5. Attach Bed Cabinet to wall.
6. Assemble Steel Bed Frame to Face/Base Panels.
7. Install the Face/Base Panel in Cabinet.
8. Install Handles, Leg Assembly, Mechanism Covers, Mattress
*Some You Tube tutorials are available from Murphy Bed for the Frame &
Spring assembly.
Any cabinetry assembly shown in these clips DO NOT relate to WallBeds
Australia Cabinetry instructions. These clips are a visual guide on how to
assemble the Steel Frame component of the wall bed which is universal
world wide. *
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Alpha Bed Steel Frame Component Layout
Frame is adaptable as vertical or horizontal (side tilt) bed.
Drawing 1.
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Alpha Bed Steel Frame - Vertical Bed Cabinet Cut List
Use a 100mm Kick.
Single Bed – Finished Size
Mattress size 990 x 1900
300mm max thickness
Overall Cabinet Dimensions: 1126 w x 2087 h x 410 d
Protrusion from wall to foot bed: 2150mm
Cabinet Material: 16 MDF or Chipboard
Quantity Description Width Length Finish (Tape) Edges
1
2
1
1
1
2
Face/Base Panel
Side End Panels
Headboard
Top Panel
Kick
Backs
1085
410
370
390
100
350
1962
2087
1091
1091
1091
1091
EAR
1 Long
2 Long
1 Long
1 Long
1 Long
Overall Cabinet Dimensions: 1505 w x 2087 h x 410 d
Protrusion from wall to foot bed: 2150mm
Double – Finished Size
Mattress size 1371 x 1900
300 max thickness Cabinet Material: 16 MDF 16 MDF or Chipboard
Quantity
Description
Width
Length
Finish (Tape) Edges
2
2
1
1
1
2
Face/Base Panel
End Panels
Headboard
Top Panel
Kick
Back
732
410
370
390
100
350
1962
2087
1473
1473
1473
1473
EAR
1 Long
2 Long
1 Long
1 Long
1 Long
Overall Cabinet Dimensions: 1658 w x 2215 h x 410 d
Protrusion from wall to foot bed: 2285
Queen Bed – Finished Size
Mattress size 1524 x 2032
300 max thickness Cabinet Material: 16 MDF 16 MDF or Chipboard
Quantity
Description
Width
Length
Finish (Tape) Edges
2
2
1
1
1
2
Face/Base Panel
End Panels
Headboard
Top Panel
Kick
Back
809
410
370
390
100
350
2090
2215
1626
1626
1626
1626
EAR
1 Long
2 Long
1 Long
1 Long
1 Long
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C.
D.
A.
Cabinet Components Description
F.
E. Face/Base Panels
A. Side Panels
C. Top Panel
D. Back Panels
B. Kick
F. Head Board
E.
Front of WallBed
B.
6
D.
Drawing 2

Alpha Bed Steel Frame - Horizontal Bed Cabinet Cut List
Use a 100mm Kick.
Single Bed – Finished Size
Mattress size 990 x 1900
300mm max thickness
Overall Cabinet Dimensions:1187 h x 2028 w x 410
d Protrusion from wall to foot bed: 1141mm Cabinet
Material: 16 MDF or Chipboard
Quantity Description Width Length Finish (Tape) Edges
1
2
1
1
1
1
Face/Base Panel
Side End Panels
Headboard
Top Panel
Kick
Back
1062
410
370
390
100
1051
1990
1187
1996
1996
1996
1996
EAR
1 Long
2 Long
1 Long
1 Long
1 Long
Double – Finished Size
Mattress size 1371 x 1900
300 max thickness
Overall Cabinet Dimensions:1567 h x 2028 w x 410 d
Protrusion from wall to foot bed: 1637mm Cabinet
Material: 16 MDF or Chipboard
Quantity
Description
Width
Length
Finish (Tape) Edges
2
2
1
1
1
2
Face/Base Panel
End Panels
Headboard
Top Panel
Kick
Back
719
410
370
390
100
350
1990
1567
1996
1996
1996
1996
EAR
1 Long
2 Long
1 Long
1 Long
1 Long
Queen Bed – Finished Size
Mattress size 1524 x 2032
300 max thickness
Overall Cabinet Dimensions:1721 h x 2155 w x 410 d
Protrusion from wall to foot bed: 1791mm Cabinet
Material: 16 MDF or Chipboard
Quantity Description Width Length Finish (Tape) Edges
2
2
1
1
1
2
Face/Base Panel
End Panels
Headboard
Top Panel
Kick
Back
797
410
370
390
100
351
2117
1721
2123
2123
2123
2123
EAR
1 Long
2 Long
1 Long
1 Long
1 Long
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Alpha Balance Lift Mechanism #SBLM - Drill Pattern
Marking the Mounting Holes for the Lift Mechanism
330Leg
1. Exactly mark the mounting holes on the inside of each side panel.
2. Drill a 1/16” pilot hole for each mounting bolt. Drill the final hole with a 5/16” bit.
3. Counter sink 5/8” on the outside of the panels just deep enough for the 5/16” x 1 1/4”
Machine Screws.
NOTE: All location measurements are from the front edge of the Cabinet
End Panels. Refer to Drawing 3.
3.
FINISHED
FRONT EDGE
OF PANEL
300
Hole C
Hole A
Hole B
Hole E
Hole D
279
Bottom Rear Base
Bottom Edge of Panel
Front Bottom of Kick
8
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Spring Application Chart
BED SIZE BED PANEL MATERIAL
Plywood Core Particle Board
Single 4-5 springs per side 4-5 springs per side
Double 6-7 springs per side 6-7 springs per side
Queen 7 springs per side 7 springs per side
King 8- 9 springs per side 8- 9 springs per side
After you have completed installing and checking the operation of your bed, you
may find it necessary to add or remove springs to achieve the correct lift effort of
between 10 kg to 15 kg.
There are nine locations for springs. If the bed requires an even number of
springs, do not use the center hole (#5 from the top). If the bed requires and odd
number of springs, start with the center hole (#5 from the top) and work outward in
both directions evenly.
Hook the springs so the open ends are facing outward. You may have to gently
pry up the tension arm and slide the spring under and snap them into place in
the proper hole, matching the same numbered hole from the top of the
mechanism back plate. You should have an equal number of springs on each
side of the center hole.
Use the same number of springs and the same layout on both the left and right
mechanisms.
Spring Hole #1
Upturned Edge
of Mounting Plate
Center line
Spring Hole #9
Tension Arm
Arm Bracket
Drawing 5. 9