Rockler I-Semble VERTICAL MURPHY BED HARDWARE KIT User manual

VERTICAL MURPHY BED HARDWARE KIT INSTRUCTIONS
Eective December 2018
Review instructions fully prior to use for important safety information. Always check
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GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS
Drilling, sawing, sanding or machining
wood products can expose you to wood dust, a
substance known to the State of California to cause
cancer. Avoid inhaling wood dust or use a dust mask
or other safeguards for personal protection. For more
information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/wood.
This product is designed only for specific applications as defined in the instructions and should not be modified or used
for any manner not described in these instructions. Use only recommended accessories. Before using the Vertical
I-Semble®Murphy Bed Hardware Kits: READ, UNDERSTAND and FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFETY
WARNINGS. KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS READILY AVAILABLE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
>Always confirm that you are using the most recent
version of the Instructions and safety warnings for your
product (see the Instructions link on the product page
at Rockler.com).
>Before using another tool with this product, always
read, understand and follow the instructions and safety
warnings in the owner’s manual for that tool. If you do
not have the owner’s manual, obtain one from the tool’s
manufacturer before using it with this product.
>Before using any chemical with this product, always
read, understand and follow all safety warnings
and guidelines in the manufacturer’s Safety Data
Sheet (SDS; formerly called “MSDS”), especially
regarding:
• How to safely use the chemical, including potential
hazards and recommended first aid measures;
• Personal safety equipment required to safely use
the chemical (e.g. gloves, eye protection,
mask/respirator, etc.);
• Proper and safe handling, storage and disposal of
the chemical.
>Before using this product, review and verify that all
tools to be used with it have safety equipment
installed and are in proper working order as
defined by the tool’s owner’s manual.
>Do not use this product until you have read and are
confident you understand:
• Product Specific Safety Warnings (p. 3);
• Parts List (pp. 4-5);
• Cabinet Parts (Not Included) (p. 6);
• Required Tools (Not Included) (p. 7.);
• Required Hardware (Not Included) (p. 7.);
• Bracket Installation (p. 8);
• Recommended Cabinet Assembly (Parts
Not Included) (pp. 9-10);
• Secure the Cabinet to the Wall (p. 11);
• Install the Wall Brackets (p. 12);
• Assemble the Bed Frame (p. 13);
• Install the Slats (p. 14);
• Install the Frame into the Cabinet (pp. 15-16);
• Attach the Door Panels (pp. 17-18);
• Final Touches (pp. 18-19);
• Using the Murphy Bed (p. 20).
>The user assumes all risk and responsibility for the
proper and safe use of this product and for ensuring
product suitability for the intended application.
>It is the sole responsibility of the purchaser of this
product to ensure that any anyone you allow to use
this product reads and complies with all instructions
and safety precautions outlined in this manual
prior to use.
>Follow all standard shop safety practices, including:
• Keep children and bystanders away from the tool
operating area;
• Do NOT use power tools in explosive environments,
or in the presence of flammable liquids, fumes
or dust;
• TURN OFF AND UNPLUG all power tools BEFORE
making any adjustments or changing accessories;
• Remain alert and use good judgment. Do not use
this product if you are in any way impaired by
medications, alcohol, drugs or fatigue;
• Keep your work area well lit and clean;
• Dress appropriately. Secure loose clothing,
remove all jewelry and tie up long hair before
using this product;
• ALWAYS wear safety glasses, hearing protection
and respiratory protection that complies with
NIOSH/OSHA/ANSI safety standards;
• Use dust collection tools and dust face masks to
reduce exposure to dust;
• Use safety equipment such as featherboards, push
sticks and push blocks, etc., when appropriate;
• Maintain proper footing at all times and do
not overreach;
• Do NOT force woodworking tools.
>These warnings and instructions do NOT represent
the total of all information available regarding tool
safety, use and technique. Always seek out
opportunities to learn more and improve
your skills and knowledge.

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Danger indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Warning indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Caution indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury
or property damage.
Notice indicates important or helpful information and/or user tips.
To avoid the risk of serious injury and ensure proper bed unit functioning, your wall bed components
MUST conform to the following weight specifications:
Bed Size Max. Mattress
Size
Max. Mattress
Weight (lbs.)
Max. Mattress
Thickness
Max. Load Rating (lbs.) Suggest. Dynamic
Weight*** (lbs.)
Dynamic* Static**
Twin 39" x 75" 66 10" 300 1000 225 - 300
Full 54" x 75" 99 10" 345 1000 265 - 345
Queen 60" x 80" 132 10" 395 1000 280 - 395
* Includes weight of bed cabinet door panels, mattress, hardware and bedding
** Includes weight of cabinet doors, mattress, hardware, bedding and users
*** Based on cabinet door weight of 2.5 to 4.8 lbs. per board foot
>TO AVOID THE RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY, DO NOT
ALLOW CHILDREN TO PLAY ON THE BED UNIT OR
OPERATE IT WITHOUT ADULT SUPERVISION.
> You MUST have another ADULT help you while installing
your I-Semble® wall bed unit to make sure the bed doesn’t
close inadvertently while you are working. Failure to do
so increases the risk of serious injury.
>You MUST install ALL 1/4" x 3" Washer Head Lag Bolts
into 2 x 4 or larger wooden wall studs. Failure to secure
the unit into wooden wall studs increases the chance that
the bed cabinet will detach and tip over, potentially resulting
in serious injury.
>Cabinets for vertical Twin and vertical Full beds MUST
be secured, using all required hardware, to at least two (2)
wall studs; cabinets for vertical Queen beds wall beds MUST
be secured to at least three (3) wall studs.
>Wall Bracket (HH) and lag bolt placement on images in
these instructions is for illustration purposes only. To avoid
the risk of serious injury, you must correctly place and
securely attach Wall Brackets and lag bolts to wooden
studs in your wall.
>The bed will not stay down without the weight of a mattress.
Operating the bed mechanism without a mattress in place
increases the risk of sudden closing, entrapment and
serious personal injury.
> Do NOT use wall anchors or drywall anchors.
>Do NOT install against brick or masonry walls or walls
with metal studs.
>Do NOT use an impact driver to drive fasteners; the added
torque increases the risk of stripping the pilot holes and
weakening connections. Do NOT overtighten screws.
>Do NOT stand on the bed without an adult helper holding
it down to prevent it from lifting up.
> Do NOT deviate from the required interior cabinet opening
dimensions listed for the bed size you will be building.
An improperly sized bed cabinet could create a safety
hazard and result in serious personal injury.
>Do NOT modify the recommended design of the bed
cabinet to eliminate an Upper and/or Lower Headboard.
Such modifications could allow it to more easily detach
from the wall, causing serious injury.
>Do NOT construct the cabinet from MDF, particleboard
or melamine-coated MDF or particleboard. The decreased
screw-holding ability of these materials increases the risk
of cabinet joint failure and serious personal injury.
>Do NOT use a foam or very light mattress with this
product. See required weight specifications below.
PRODUCT SPECIFIC SAFETY WARNINGS

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Twin Qty. Full Qty. Queen Qty.
ALeft and Right Frame Sides (with Pivot Points) 2 2 2
BUpper and Lower Half Frame Supports 4 4 4
C Middle Frame Supports 2 2 2
DLong Center Frame Support 1 1 1
E Upper and Lower Frame Supports 2 2 2
F Flat Bars 2 2 2
G1 Pistons 2 2 2
HMattress Supports 1 2 2
I Mounting Plate (Left and Right) 2 2 2
JSaddle Locking Plates 2 2 2
L Door Brackets 6 12 12
MLegs (Left and Right) 2 2 2
NLeg Tube 1 1 1
O Slats 40 40 42
PSlat Caps 40 40 42
QDouble Slat Caps 20 20 21
RWrench 1 1 1
PARTS LIST
O
GG
M
I
E
F
B
L
HH
PQ
B
H
CD
A
F
E

5
Twin Qty. Full Qty. Queen Qty.
S2 #5 Allen Key 1 1 1
TThreaded Inserts 16 16 16
U M8 x 16mm Hex Head Screws 16 16 16
V #10 x 55mm Flathead Screws 26 26 26
W#8 x 15mm Washer Head Screws 28 48 48
ZM5 x 15mm Machine Screw 2 2 2
AA M6 x 30mm Bolts 4 4 4
BB M8 x 50mm Bolts 34 34 34
DD Nylon Washers for Legs 4 4 4
EE M5 Nuts (for Saddle Lock) 2 2 2
FF M8 Lock Nuts 40 40 40
GG Temporary Stop (styrofoam) 2 2 2
HH Wall Brackets 2 2 3
II 1/4"-20 Allen Head Screw 2 2 3
JJ #12 x 3/4" Washer Head Screw 4 4 6
KK 1/4" x 3" Washer Head Lag Bolt 8 8 12
NN #4 Allen Key 1 1 1
G1
N
RNN
S2
JJ
T
U
EE DD
FF
J
BB
AA
Z
W
V
KK II

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Dimensions (T x W x L) Quantity
1Sides 3/4" x 17" x 791⁄8" 2
2Top and Bottom 3/4" x 17" x 411⁄4" 2
3 Upper Headboard 3/4" x 13" x 411⁄4" 1
4Lower Headboard 3/4" x 26" x 411⁄4" 1
5 Door Panels 3/4" x 405⁄8" x 775⁄16" 1
6 Permanent Stop 5/8" x 3" x 18" 1
TWIN BED (Mattress Size 39" X 75" X 10")
Dimensions (T x W x L) Quantity
1Sides 3/4" x 17" x 855⁄8" 2
2Top and Bottom 3/4" x 17" x 631⁄4" 2
3 Upper Headboard 3/4" x 13" x 631⁄4" 1
4Lower Headboard 3/4" x 26" x 631⁄4" 1
5 Door Panels 3/4" x 315⁄16" x 8313⁄16" 2
6 Permanent Stop 5/8" x 3" x 18" 1
QUEEN BED (Mattress Size 60" X 80" X 10")
Dimensions (T x W x L) Quantity
1Sides 3/4" x 17" x 791⁄8" 2
2Top and Bottom 3/4" x 17" x 571⁄4" 2
3 Upper Headboard 3/4" x 13" x 571⁄4" 1
4Lower Headboard 3/4" x 26" x 571⁄4" 1
5 Door Panels 3/4" x 285⁄16" x 775⁄16" 2
6 Permanent Stop 5/8" x 3" x 18" 1
FULL BED (Mattress Size 54" X 75" X 10")
Width Height Depth
Twin 411⁄4" 775⁄8" 151⁄2"
Full 571⁄4" 775⁄8" 151⁄2"
Queen 631⁄4" 841⁄8" 151⁄2"
MINIMUM INTERIOR OPENING SIZES
1
1
3
4
2
6
2
>Do NOT construct the cabinet
from MDF, particleboard or
melamine-coated MDF.
>Do NOT modify design to remove
Upper and Lower Headboards (3
and 4) These parts serve an
important safety function.
CABINET PARTS (NOT INCLUDED)
5

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Tape Measure
Doweling Jig
#8 Countersink Bit
5/32" Drill Bit
REQUIRED TOOLS (NOT INCLUDED)
REQUIRED HARDWARE (NOT INCLUDED)
Stud Finder
Wood Glue
Phillips Screwdriver
3/16" Drill Bit
Circular Saw
or Table Saw
3/8" x 11⁄2" Dowels
3/8" Nut Driver or
Socket Wrench
5/16" Drill Bit
Drill
#8 x 2" Screws
Pencil
13/64" Drill Bit
3/8" Drill Bit 27/64" Drill Bit

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Drilling Guide
Bracket Installation
1. Cut all pieces to the dimensions listed for your
bed size.
2. Mark the drilling locations on the right and left
cabinet Sides (1) for the Threaded Inserts (T) that
will be used to attach the Mounting Plates (I).
Drilling Guide.
3. Drill a 27/64"diameter x 9/16" deep pilot hole at
each location. Fig. 1.
Do NOT use other fasteners, such
as standard wood screws, to attach the Mounting
Plates (I) to the Sides (1). The forces involved in the
operation of the bed mechanism could cause less
robust fasteners to fail, potentially resulting in serious
personal injury.
Fig. 1
27/64" diameter x
9/16" deep pilot hole
U
I
T
1
21⁄2"
21⁄2"
79⁄16"
61⁄4"
117⁄16"
31⁄8"
97⁄16"
615⁄16"
Right
Cabinet
Side
117⁄16"
137⁄8"
1711⁄16"
Front
Edge
1
I
117⁄16"
97⁄16"
31⁄8"
1
1711⁄16"
137⁄8"
117⁄16"
Left
Cabinet
Side
I
Front
Edge
4. Use an 8mm Allen Key (not included) to drive the
Threaded Inserts (T) into the pilot holes. Drive the
inserts flush to the surface of the Sides, but take care
not to strip the hole by driving too far. Fig. 1.
5. Using the #5 Allen Key (S2), attach the Mounting
Plates (I) to the Sides (1) with M8 x 16mm Screws (U)
threaded into the Threaded Inserts (T). Wait until you
have installed all screws to fully tighten. Fig. 1.
21⁄2"
21⁄2"
79⁄16"
61⁄4"
615⁄16"

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2. While the Top (2) and Upper Headboard (3) are
clamped in place, drill and countersink (if desired)
pilot holes for #8 x 2" Screws (not included). Fig. 2.
3. Release the clamps to separate the parts. Use a
doweling jig and 3/8" drill bit to bore 3/8" x 5/8"
deep holes in the inside face of the Top (2) and
3/8" x 1" deep holes in the top edge of the Upper
Headboard (3). You will join these pieces with
3/8" x 11⁄2" dowels and wood glue (not included).
Fig. 2.
4. Repeat Steps 6-8 for the Bottom (2) and Lower
Headboard (4), drilling for dowels and screws
at the same intervals. Fig. 2.
Recommended Cabinet
Assembly (Parts Not Included)
Fig. 2 - Top and Upper Headboard/Bottom and Lower Headboard Assemblies
Side View
Front View
Front View
Side View
3
4
22
4
2
3
2
Screws
Dowel Rods
1. Place the Top (2) on a work surface so that its inside
face is oriented up. Position the Upper Headboard (3)
on edge on the inside face of the Top (2) so the
pieces form an “L.” Clamp in place and mark locations
for three joint-reinforcing dowels across the back
edge of the Top (2) and back face of the Upper
Headboard (3). Also mark drilling locations for four
screws on the top face of the Top (2). Fig. 2.
>Failure to use appropriate fasteners and
construction practices could undermine the
structural integrity of your cabinet, potentially
leading to cabinet failure and serious injury.
>Do NOT use an impact driver to drive fasteners;
the added torque of an impact driver increases
the risk of stripping the pilot holes and weakening
connections. Do NOT overtighten screws.

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5. Assemble the Top (2) with the Upper Headboard (3)
and the Bottom (2) with the Lower Headboard (4).
Spread glue on the edges of the headboards that join
with the Top and Bottom, as well as in the dowel holes.
Bring the pieces together, make sure the joint is
square and secure by driving #8 x 2" screws (not
included) in the pilot holes. Wipe away any excess glue
with a damp cloth.
6. To be able to mark screw and dowel drilling locations,
position the two assemblies so that the front edge
of the Top (2) and Bottom (2) are resting on the
floor. (You will need to prop up the Upper and Lower
Headboard [3 and 4] to keep them up.)
7. Position the right cabinet Side (1) so that its top edge
is flush with the Top (2) and its bottom edge is flush
with the Bottom (2). Fig. 3.
8. Clamp in place and mark locations for two
joint-reinforcing dowels across the top edge of the
right Side (1) and top face of the Top (2). Mark drilling
locations for three screws on the outside face of the
right Side (into the Top). Also mark locations for two
dowels across the back edge of the right Side (1) and
the back face of the Upper Headboard (3), as well as
three screws on the outside face of the right Side (into
the Upper Headboard). Fig. 3.
9. Move to the bottom of the right Side (1) and mark
locations for two dowels across the bottom edge of
the right Side and bottom face of the Bottom (2).
Mark drilling locations for three screws on the outside
face of the right Side (into the Bottom). Also mark
locations for three dowels across the back edge
of the right Side (1) and the back face of the Lower
Headboard (4), as well as four screws on the outside
face of the right Side (into the Lower Headboard).
10. While the parts are clamped in place, drill and
countersink (if desired) pilot holes for #8 x 2"
Screws (not included).
11. Repeat Steps 12-15 for the left Side (1).
12. Release the clamps to separate the parts. Use a
doweling jig and 3/8" drill bit to bore 3/8" x 5/8" deep
holes on the inside faces of the Sides (1) and 3/8" x 1"
deep holes in the edges of the cabinet Top (2),
Bottom (2), Upper Headboard (3) and Lower
Headboard (4). You will join these pieces with
3/8" x 11⁄2" dowels and wood glue (not included).
13. Attach the Sides (1) to the Top and Bottom assemblies
with dowels, wood glue and screws driven fully to
secure all pieces together. Check to make sure corners
are square as you go. Screw holes can be concealed
with wood filler in painted applications or with screw
plugs or buttons in stained or clear-coated projects.
Fig. 3
Top Down View
3
4
1
2
1
3
2
Bottom Up View
Front View
1
4
2
1
2
Screws Dowel Rods
Dowel Rods
Screws

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Secure the Cabinet to the Wall
1. With the help of another adult, move the bed cabinet to
the installation site. If the wall where you want to
install the cabinet has base molding, cut the molding
to allow the cabinet to sit flush to the wall.
2. Position the bed cabinet up against the wall.
3. Determine and mark the locations of wall studs using
a stud finder on the Upper and Lower Headboards (3
and 4). (Mark at least two stud locations for Twin
and Full beds and at least three for Queen beds.)
4. Make a cross mark at each stud location 3" down
from the top of the Upper Headboard (3) and 3" up
from the bottom of the Lower Headboard (4). Drill
3/16" diameter pilot holes through the headboards
and into the wall and studs. Fig. 4.
Fig. 4
4
Lag Bolt
Locations
Stud Locations
Lag Bolt
Locations
3
Stud and lag bolt locations
in this image are for
illustration purpose only.
To avoid
the risk of serious injury,
you MUST locate wooden
studs in your wall using a
stud fi nder and install lag
bolts securely into them.
>Cabinets for Twin and Full beds MUST be secured,
using all required hardware, to at least two (2) wall
studs; cabinets for Queen beds MUST be secured
to at least three (3) wall studs.
>All 1/4" x 3" Washer Head Lag Bolts (KK) MUST be
secured into wooden wall studs. Failure to secure
the unit into wooden wall studs increases the
chance that the bed cabinet will detach and tip over,
potentially resulting in serious injury.
>Do NOT use wall anchors or drywall anchors.
>Do NOT install against brick or masonry walls
or walls with metal studs.
>Do NOT use an impact driver to drive fasteners;
the added torque of an impact driver increases
the risk of stripping the pilot holes and weakening
connections. Do NOT overtighten screws.
>Wall Bracket placement on images in these
instructions is for illustration purposes only. To
avoid the risk of serious injury, you MUST correctly
locate and securely attach brackets to studs in
your wall.
5. Drive 1/4" x 3" Washer Head Lag Bolts (KK) through
the pilot holes and into the wall studs to fully secure
the headboards.
Check the front edges of the bed
cabinet with a level to be sure they’re plumb. If they
aren’t, use shims behind the cabinet on both sides to
make them plumb.

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Install the Wall Brackets
1. Carefully working from a step stool or ladder,
determine and mark the centerlines of the wall studs
above the cabinet and extend the marks 90˚ out onto
the bed cabinet Top (2). (Mark at least two stud
locations for Twin and Full beds and at least
three for Queen beds.)
2. Along each stud centerline drawn in Step 1, mark
Drilling Location A1. Fig.5.
3. Drill a 13/64" diameter x 5/8" deep hole at each A1
location, taking care not to drill all the way through
the bed cabinet Top (2).
4. Position a Wall Bracket (HH) at each location,
inserting the steel dowel in the hole. Mark Drilling
Locations A2, A3 and A4 on the bed cabinet Top and
Drilling Locations A5 and A6 on the wall. Fig. 5.
5. Drill a 5/16" diameter hole through the bed cabinet
Top (2) at Drilling Location A2 on each centerline.
Fig. 6.
6. At Drilling Locations A3 and A4 on each stud
centerline, drill a 5/32" diameter x 5/8" deep pilot
hole, taking care not to drill all the way through the
cabinet Top (2). Fig. 6.
7. At Drilling Locations A5 and A6 on the wall, drill
3/16" pilot holes for the 1/4" x 3" Washer Head Lag
Bolts (KK). Remember, each Wall Bracket (HH)
MUST attach to the wall with TWO lag bolts. Fig. 7.
Do NOT use an impact driver to
drive fasteners; the added torque of an impact driver
increases the risk of stripping the pilot holes and
weakening connections. Do NOT overtighten screws.
8. Return the Wall Brackets (HH) onto the bed cabinet
Top. Secure each bracket to the Top with two
#12 x 3/4" Washer Head Screws (JJ). Secure each
bracket to the wall by driving two 1/4" x 3" Washer
Head Lag Bolts (KK). Fig. 7.
9. Working from inside the bed cabinet, insert a 1/4"-20
Allen Head Screw (II) into the hole on the underside
of the cabinet Top at each bracket location and thread
it into the tapped hole in the Wall Bracket (HH).
Tighten the bolt with the #4 Allen Key (NN). Fig. 7.
Fig. 7 - Side View of Lag Bolts and Screws Installed
Fig. 6 - Top View
Fig. 5 - Wall Bracket Hole Drilling Locations
A6
A4
A3
A2
Steel dowel (Drilling Location A1)
A5
HH
23⁄4"
4"
11⁄2"
Wall
45⁄8"
A1
(Steel
Dowel)
A2
A3
A4
Stud Line
Wood
Stud
Wall
II 2
3
A6
A5
Top of
Cabinet
Wood
Stud
JJ
KK
HH
>Each Wall Bracket (HH) MUST be mounted flush on
the cabinet top and flush to the wall with no gap
with all six screws. Failure to do so increases the
risk of cabinet failure and serious personal injury.

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Assemble the Bed Frame
All steps in this section use Frame Exploded View.
Frame Exploded View
1. Attach Upper/Lower Half Frame Supports (B) to
one Left/Right Side of the Frame (A), using
M8 x 50mm bolts (BB) and M8 Lock Nuts (FF).
2. Attach a Middle Frame Support (C) to the Left/Right
Side of the Frame (A), using M8 x 50mm bolts (BB)
and M8 Lock Nuts (FF).
3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for the other Left/Right
Side of the Frame (A), Upper/Lower Half Frame
Supports (B) and Middle Frame Support (C).
Make sure that the mounting plates of
the Upper/Lower Half Frame Supports (B) are pointing
toward each other. Also make sure that the tabs and
corner braces on the Left/Right Side of the Frame (A)
are at the bottom.
4. Attach a Flat Bar (F) and an Upper/Lower Frame
Support (E) to each end of the Long Center Frame
Support (D), using M8 x 50mm bolts (BB) and M8
Lock Nuts (FF).
5. Position the Long Center Frame Support assembly
between the two side frame assemblies, making sure
that all tabs are at the bottom.
Make sure that the metal tabs
protruding from the Upper/Lower Frame Supports (E)
and the Long Center Frame Support (D) are at
the bottom.
6. Bring the assemblies together, fitting the narrowed
ends of the Upper/Lower Frame Supports (E) into the
open ends of the Left/Right Sides of the Frame (A).
7. Attach the side assemblies to the Long Center
Frame Support (D) with M8 x 50mm bolts (BB) and
M8 Lock Nuts (FF).
8. Complete the frame by installing M8 x 50mm
Bolts (BB) through the Flat Bars (F) and the
Left/Right Sides of the Frame (A) near the corners
and securing with M8 Lock Nuts (FF).
Make sure that the Flat Bars (F) bolted
to the Upper/Lower Frame Supports (E) remain on the
outside of the Left/Right Sides of the Frame (A).
D
A
BB FF
F
E
F
E
A
B
C
B
B
CB
BB
BB
BB BB
FF
FF
FF
FF FF
FF
FF
FF
FF
FF
34x 34x
BB
BB
BB
BB
BB
BB
Pivot
Point
Pivot
Point

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Install the Slats
1. Start at the head of the bed, nearest the pivot points
on the Left/Right Sides of the Frame (A).
2. Take two Slats (O) and place a Slat Cap (P) on one
end of each. Connect them by inserting the other
ends in a Double Slat Cap (Q).
3. Install the slats on the frame by inserting the pins
on the Slat Caps (P) and Double Slat Cap (Q) into the
corresponding mounting holes in the frame. You might
need to bend the Slats slightly and use a rubber mallet
to tap the Slat Caps and Double Slat Cap into place.
Fig. 8.
4. Repeat to install all Slats, except those in Rows 8
and 20 in Twin and Full beds and Rows 8, 11 and
20 in Queen beds. Fig. 9. You will install theses
Slats later.
Fig. 8
Fig. 9
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Row 8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
Row 20
Pivot
Point
Row 11:
Do NOT place this
row for Queen
Size Beds (only)
Q
O
P
O
P
Pivot Point

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Install the Frame in the Cabinet
1. Attach the Pistons (G1) to the bed frame on each side
by fitting the opening on the end with the internal rod
onto the threaded stud beyond the pivot point at the
head of the frame. Secure the Pistons to the frame with
M8 Lock Nuts (FF). Fig. 10.
2. Install the frame in the Mounting Plates (I) by
positioning the bearing of the pivot point on the
Left/Right Sides of the Frame (A) in the saddle
of each plate.
3. Secure the bearing on each side in place with a Saddle
Locking Plate (J). The tab at the front of the plate fits
into an opening in the saddle, and the plate is secured
to the saddle with an M5 x 15mm Screw (Z) and M5
Nut (EE). Fig. 11. Tighten the Screw fully.
4. Carefully tilt the frame upward past the front edge of
the cabinet and hold it there. Fig. 12. On each side,
fit the end of the Piston (G1) onto the threaded stud
on the Mounting Plate (I) and secure with an M8
Lock Nut (FF). Fig. 13.
Once the pistons are attached to the
Mounting Plates, the unit is under pressure. Do NOT
let go of the mechanism if you have pulled the bed
frame down; the bed frame could snap up suddenly,
possibly causing serious injury.
Fig. 10
Fig. 11
Fig. 13Fig. 12
Pivot Point
FF
G1
Bed Frame
Frame
pushed
past the
edge of
the cabinet
FF
G1
Z
I
EE
Pivot Point
J
Mounting
Plate Saddle
The application of a thread-locking
liquid to the M5 x 15mm Screw (Z) is recommended to
ensure the M5 Nut (EE) remains securely tightened.
>To avoid the risk of serious injury, Do NOT unscrew
the bed cabinet from the wall once the pistons are
in place.

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Fig. 14
Fig. 15
5. Pull the top of the bed frame out beyond the front of
the cabinet and install the Temporary Stops (GG) on
the top corners of the cabinet. Fig. 14.
6. Position the Permanent Stop (6) where you want to
install it. Make sure that it’s centered and set back
from the front edge far enough that the frame will be
plumb when closed. Drill pilot holes and secure with
three #8 x 11⁄4" screws (not included). Fig. 14.
7. With the Temporary Stops (GG) still holding the
top of the frame out from the cabinet, fit a Nylon
Washer (DD) onto the threaded stem of the left
Leg (M) and fit the threaded stem into its hole in the
frame. Fit another Nylon Washer onto the stem and
secure with an M8 Lock Nut (FF). Do not
overtighten, or the leg might not pivot correctly.
Fig. 15.
8. Repeat Step 7 for the right Leg (M).
9. Attach the Leg Tube (N) to the Legs (N) with four
M6 x 30mm Screws (AA), driven with #4 Allen
Key (NN). Drive the Screws through the Legs into
tapped holes in the Leg Tube. Fig. 15.
GG
GG
6
M
AA
N
DD
DD FF

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1. Refer to Fig. 16 to determine Door Bracket (L)
mounting number and locations for your bed size.
Note that the brackets need to point downward when
Attach the Door Panels
installed and that the locations shown are for the
bottom mounting hole on the Door Brackets.
2. Drill 5/64" diameter x 5/8" deep pilot holes at those
locations on your Door Panel(s) (5) and attach each
Door Bracket (L) with two #8 x 15mm Screws (W).
3. Mount your door handle(s)(not included) to the front
face of your Door Panel(s)(5) at a height that will
allow you to comfortably pull down the bed. About
one-third of the way down from the top of the door
is a good rule of thumb.
Fig. 16
6"
6"
10"
275⁄16"
275⁄16"
Measurements
are for the
placement of
this hole
6"
6"
10"
303⁄4"
303⁄4"
Twin and Full Bed Door Panel
(2 Panels required for Full Bed)
Queen Bed Door Panel
(2 Panels required for Queen Bed)
L
5 5
>Do NOT use an impact driver to drive fasteners;
the added torque of an impact driver increases
the risk of stripping the pilot holes and weakening
connections. Do NOT overtighten screws.
Back of
Door Panel
Back of
Door Panel

V
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1. Install the remaining Slats (O), Slat Caps (P) and
Double Slat Caps (Q). These will go in Rows 8 and
20 in Twin and Full beds and Rows 8, 11 and 20 in
Queen beds. Use a rubber mallet to tap the Slat Caps
and Double Slat Cap into place, if necessary. Fig. 19.
2. Install the Mattress Support(s) (H) at the head of the
frame by inserting the ends into the appropriate holes
in the frame. Twin beds will have one Mattress
Support; Full and Queen beds will have two.
Fig. 20.
The bed will not stay down without the
weight of a mattress. You MUST have an adult helper
hold down the bed to avoid the risk of serious injury
from the bed suddenly slamming shut.
Before permanently attaching the Door
Panels to the frame, make sure their outside edges
won’t contact the Mounting Plates or any of their
hardware. Door Panels MUST NOT hit the hardware
when the bed legs are retracted and the bed is
lowered beyond the normal horizontal position. If they
do, then you MUST either fine-tune the position of the
Door Panels on the frame, or the Door Panels’ width
MUST be reduced.
4. Hook the Door Panel(s) (5) onto the frame and
push down until they are firmly in place. Center and
fine-tune the position of the Door Panel(s). Fig. 17.
5. Pull the bed frame down and have an adult helper
hold it down.
>The bed will not stay down without the weight of a
mattress. You MUST have an adult helper hold
down the bed to avoid the risk of serious
injury from the bed suddenly slamming shut.
6. Permanently attach the frame to the Door Panel(s) (5)
by driving #8 x 15mm Screws (W) through the
mounting tabs on the frame into the Door Panel(s).
You will drive 20 screws for a Twin bed and 28 screws
for a Full or Queen bed. Fig. 18.
7. Reinforce the connection by driving #10 x 55mm
Screws (V) through mounting holes in the full
frame at 26 locations around the frame. Fig. 18.
Do NOT drive screws through the Long Center
Frame Support (D).
Final Touches
Fig. 17
Fig. 18
5
W

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Fig. 19
Fig. 20
P
O
Q
O
P
H

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Using your Murphy Bed
Final Check of Bed Cabinet Installation
1/4" x 3"
Washer Head
Lag Bolts (KK)
installed
through Upper
Headboard
into wooden
wall studs
Wall Brackets (HH)
bolted into wooden
wall studs
Stud Locations
2. Have an adult helper hold the bed frame down while
you slide the mattress onto the frame.
3. To return the bed to the cabinet, hold the frame and
pivot the Leg assembly up and over the end of the
mattress. The Leg assembly serves as a mattress
retaining system.
4. Using the handles on the Door Panels, slowly
and carefully allow the bed to tilt up into the cabinet.
1. Once the bed unit has been assembled correctly and
secured to the wall, pull the bed down and, while
holding the frame securely, pivot the Leg assembly
so that it will support the frame when it is
fully lowered.
>The bed will not stay down without the weight of
a mattress. You MUST have an adult helper hold
down the bed to avoid the risk of serious injury
from the bed suddenly slamming shut.
>Do NOT use a foam or very light mattress with this
product. See required weight specifications on p. 3.
> TO AVOID THE RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY,
DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO PLAY ON
THE BED UNIT OR OPERATE IT WITHOUT
ADULT SUPERVISION.
Locations for 1/4" x 3"
Washer Head Lag Bolts (KK)
installed through Lower
Headboard into wooden
wall studs are obscured by
mattress in this illustration;
see Page 11 for locations
Stud and lag bolt locations
in this image are for
illustration purpose only.