Step 7:

Secure the railing into the smaller holes using one 110853. Consult the graph for clarifications.

Step 8:

Flip the board over to secure the other railing. Consult the graph for clarifications.

Thank you for choosing IKEA for your furniture needs. This is a guide on how to assemble the ALEX desk you purchased. Please follow each step of the installation guide carefully, as improper handling may cause injuries.

Step 29:

Finally, pull out the railing previously installed and slide the drawers in. Secure the drawers onto the railing using 1 105021 on each sides. Consult the graph for proper alignment.

You can adjust the position of the panel by tweak the screws. The middle position dictates the movements horizontally. The bottom screw adjusts the movement vertically. The upper screw moves the panel forward and backward.

Step 27:

Secure the 2 122166 into the board with slight dent using 2 109534 screws with a Phillip-Head screwdriver. Consult the graph for proper orientation.

Step 28:

Slide the piece into place with previously attached anchor piece. The piece is secured when you head a click.

Step 25:

Insert the 4 101345 studs into the boards with appropriate pre-drilled holes.

Step 26:

Attach the boards to the desk, next to the circular cutouts.

Step 24:

Flip the desk to the upright position. Insert the 2 123603/112818 into the circular cutouts.

Step 22:

Align the base of the desk with the previously assembled piece. Consult the graph for proper orientation.

Step 23:

Secure the legs into the main frame using 7 100218. Consult the graph for proper alignment.

Step 20:

Flip the frame over and align the legs with the frame as shown in the graph.

Step 21:

Insert the legs into the frame.

Step 18: It is time to assemble the legs of the desk. Attach the bar as shown. Please note, the cutout should face upwards.

Step 19:

Secure the legs by firmly pushing down the insertions.

Step 17:

Place the desk surface on the studs previously inserted. The two holes should face away from the opening of drawers. Secure the surface by screwing the 1 100218 into the pre-drilled hole using the 100001 tool provided with your package. Consult the graph for proper alignment.

Step 15:

Secure piece assembled in the previous step using the 4 102509 with a Flat-Head screwdriver. Consult the graph for proper alignment.

Step 16:

Insert the 8 101345 studs into the pre-drilled holes.

Step 13:

Attach the side panels to the back panel by using 4 101345 studs. Consult the graph for proper alignment.

Step 14:

Attach the previously assembled piece into the underside of the desk using 4 101345 studs. Consult the graph for proper alignment.

Step 11:

Now for the side panels of the desk. Secure the railing using 2 110853 into the smaller pre-drilled holes. Consult the graph for clarification.

Step 12:

Secure the 2 124639 into the back panel of the desk using a Phillip-Head screwdriver. Consult the graph for proper alignment.

Step 9:

Secure the piece we previously assembled into the underside of the desk using 2 101345 studs.

Step 10:

Screw 2 102509 into the larger pre-drilled holes using a Flat-Head screwdriver.

Step 5:

Secure the back panel of the drawer by sliding one side in first. There are 2 110519 for each side, secure them by hand or a hammer.

Step 6:

Screw 100481 using a Phillip-Head screwdriver into the underside of the desk. Make sure they are secured in the top-most and bottom-most positions.

Step 3:

Secure the two 103114 pieces into the side panels, using a Flat-Head screwdriver. Consult the graph for clarification of corresponding pieces.

Step 4:

Slide in the base of the drawer, please note that the edge with the cutout should face the front panel of the drawer, as shown in the graph.

Step 1:

There are two drawers inside the ALEX desk, we are going to assemble them first. Secure the two 118331 screw inside pre-drilled holes farther away from the cutout of the front panel of the drawer with a Phillip-Head screwdriver in a clockwise motion, consult the graph for clarification of screws used.

Step 2:

Connect the side pieces of the drawer by inserting the two 101345 studs into the remaining holes in the front panel.

The following parts are provided with your ALEX desk. Make sure all the parts are present, DO NOT proceed with missing parts, as the desk may not be secure and cause injuries. If parts are missing, contact IKEA customer service or your local IKEA store for replacement parts or possible return options.

1. You will need a Flat-Head screwdriver and a Phillips-Head screwdriver.
2. Working alone may not be the most efficient or safe, we recommending having a helper for the task.
3. To avoid damage to the product, place the product on soft surfaces like a rug.
4. Whenever you encounter difficulties or have any concerns about the product, do not hesitate to contact IKEA customer service.