Rockler I-Semble VERTICAL MURPHY BED HARDWARE KIT Instructions Manual
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Rockler I-Semble VERTICAL MURPHY BED HARDWARE KIT allows you to build a space-saving vertical Murphy bed that can be folded up against the wall when not in use. This bed is perfect for small apartments, guest rooms, or any room where space is limited. The kit includes all the necessary hardware to build a sturdy and reliable Murphy bed, including pistons, mattress supports, and mounting plates. With a maximum load rating of 1000 lbs, this bed can accommodate a variety of mattress sizes and weights.
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VERTICAL MURPHY BED HARDWARE KIT INSTRUCTIONS
Eff ective December 2018
Review instructions fully prior to use for important safety information. Always check
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GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS
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.
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product (see the Instructions link on the product page
at Rockler.com).
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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.
> 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;
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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.
> 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.
> 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).
> 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.
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.
> 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.
BP0918
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Notice indicates important or helpful information and/or user tips.
PRODUCT SPECIFIC SAFETY WARNINGS
> TO AVOID THE RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY, DO NOT
ALLOW CHILDREN TO PLAY ON THE BED UNIT OR
OPERATE IT WITHOUT ADULT SUPERVISION.
> Do NOT use wall anchors or drywall anchors.
> Do NOT install against brick or masonry walls or walls
with metal studs.
> 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.
> 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.
> 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 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.
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
Dynamic* Static** Weight*** (lbs.)
Twin
Full
39" x 75"
54" x 75"
66
99
10"
10"
300
345
Queen 60" x 80" 132 10" 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
1000
1000
1000
225 - 300
265 - 345
280 - 395
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PARTS LIST
F
O
A
C
H
B
P
Q
GG
E
D
M
L
HH
I
E
B
F
4
A Left and Right Frame Sides (with Pivot Points)
B Upper and Lower Half Frame Supports
C Middle Frame Supports
D Long Center Frame Support
E Upper and Lower Frame Supports
F Flat Bars
G1 Pistons
H Mattress Supports
I Mounting Plate (Left and Right)
J Saddle Locking Plates
L Door Brackets
M Legs (Left and Right)
N Leg Tube
O Slats
P Slat Caps
Q Double Slat Caps
R Wrench
Twin Qty.
1
40
40
20
1
2
2
6
2
2
2
2
1
2
4
2
1
Full Qty.
2
2
12
2
1
40
40
20
1
2
2
2
2
2
4
2
1
Queen Qty.
1
42
42
21
1
12
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
1
2
4
G1
KK
R
JJ
II
S2
S2 #5 Allen Key
T Threaded Inserts
U M8 x 16mm Hex Head Screws
V #10 x 55mm Flathead Screws
W #8 x 15mm Washer Head Screws
Z M5 x 15mm Machine Screw
AA M6 x 30mm Bolts
BB M8 x 50mm Bolts
DD Nylon Washers for Legs
EE M5 Nuts (for Saddle Lock)
FF M8 Lock Nuts
GG Temporary Stop (styrofoam)
HH Wall Brackets
II 1/4"-20 Allen Head Screw
JJ #12 x 3/4" Washer Head Screw
KK 1/4" x 3" Washer Head Lag Bolt
NN #4 Allen Key
N
V
W
Z
NN
J
U
AA
BB
T
EE
DD
FF
Twin Qty.
2
2
4
8
1
4
2
40
2
28
2
4
34
1
16
16
26
Full Qty.
2
2
4
8
1
4
2
40
2
48
2
4
34
1
16
16
26
Queen Qty.
6
12
3
3
1
40
2
4
2
48
2
4
34
1
16
16
26
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CABINET PARTS (NOT INCLUDED)
> 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.
MINIMUM INTERIOR OPENING SIZES
Width Height Depth
Twin 41 1 ⁄
4
" 77 5 ⁄
8
" 15 1 ⁄
2
"
Full 57 1 ⁄
4
" 77 5 ⁄
8
" 15 1 ⁄
2
"
Queen 63 1 ⁄
4
" 84 1 ⁄
8
" 15 1 ⁄
2
"
6
TWIN BED
(Mattress Size 39" X 75" X 10")
1 Sides
2 Top and Bottom
3 Upper Headboard
4 Lower Headboard
5 Door Panels
6 Permanent Stop
FULL BED
(Mattress Size 54" X 75" X 10")
1 Sides
2 Top and Bottom
3 Upper Headboard
4 Lower Headboard
5 Door Panels
6 Permanent Stop
QUEEN BED
(Mattress Size 60" X 80" X 10")
1 Sides
2 Top and Bottom
3 Upper Headboard
4 Lower Headboard
5 Door Panels
6 Permanent Stop
5
2
1
3
4
1
6
2
Dimensions (T x W x L) Quantity
3/4" x 17" x 79 1 ⁄
8
" 2
3/4" x 17" x 41 1 ⁄
4
" 2
3/4" x 13" x 41 1 ⁄
4
" 1
3/4" x 26" x 41 1 ⁄
4
" 1
3/4" x 40 5 ⁄
8
" x 77 5 ⁄
16
" 1
5/8" x 3" x 18" 1
Dimensions (T x W x L) Quantity
3/4" x 17" x 79 1 ⁄
8
" 2
3/4" x 17" x 57 1 ⁄
4
" 2
3/4" x 13" x 57 1 ⁄
4
" 1
3/4" x 26" x 57 1 ⁄
4
" 1
3/4" x 28 5 ⁄
16
" x 77 5 ⁄
16
" 2
5/8" x 3" x 18" 1
Dimensions (T x W x L) Quantity
3/4" x 17" x 85 5 ⁄
8
" 2
3/4" x 17" x 63 1 ⁄
4
" 2
3/4" x 13" x 63 1 ⁄
4
" 1
3/4" x 26" x 63 1 ⁄
4
" 1
3/4" x 31 5 ⁄
16
" x 83 13 ⁄
16
" 2
5/8" x 3" x 18" 1
REQUIRED TOOLS (NOT INCLUDED)
Drill Circular Saw or Table Saw
Stud Finder Tape Measure
Pencil 3/8" Nut Driver or
Socket Wrench
Phillips Screwdriver Doweling Jig
13/64" Drill Bit 5/16" Drill Bit 3/16" Drill Bit 5/32" Drill Bit
3/8" Drill Bit 27/64" Drill Bit
REQUIRED HARDWARE (NOT INCLUDED)
#8 Countersink Bit
#8 x 2" Screws 3/8" x 1 1 ⁄
2
" Dowels Wood Glue
7
Front
Edge
Left
Cabinet
Side
1
2 1 ⁄
2
"
2 1 ⁄
2
"
7 9 ⁄
16
"
6 15 ⁄
16
"
17 11 ⁄
16
"
13 7 ⁄
8
"
11 7 ⁄
16
"
3 1 ⁄
8
"
I
9 7 ⁄
16
"
6 1 ⁄
4
"
11 7 ⁄
16
"
2 1 ⁄
2
"
2 1 ⁄
2
"
7 9 ⁄
16
"
Right
Cabinet
Side
1
Front
Edge
6 15 ⁄
16
"
6 1 ⁄
4
"
11 7 ⁄
16
"
17 11 ⁄
16
"
I
9 7 ⁄
16
"
13 7 ⁄
8
"
3 1 ⁄
8
"
11 7 ⁄
16
"
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.
1
I
T
U
27/64" diameter x
9/16" deep pilot hole
3. Drill a 27/64"diameter x 9/16" deep pilot hole at
each location. Fig. 1.
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.
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.
8
Fig. 1
Front View
2
Dowel Rods
3
4
2
3
Side View
Screws
4
Side View
Front View
2
Fig. 2 - Top and Upper Headboard/Bottom and Lower Headboard Assemblies
Recommended Cabinet
Assembly (Parts Not Included)
> 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.
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.
2
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 1 1 ⁄
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.
9
3 2
Screws
Dowel Rods
1
2
Top Down View
4
1
3
4
1
1 Dowel Rods
2
10
Screws
Bottom Up View 2
Front View
Fig. 3
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 1 1 ⁄
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.
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.
Stud and lag bolt locations in this image are for illustration purpose only.
Stud Locations
3
Lag Bolt
Locations
4
Lag Bolt
Locations
Fig. 4
> 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.
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.
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.
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.
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Install the Wall Brackets
A6
HH
Steel dowel (Drilling Location A1)
Fig. 5 - Wall Bracket Hole Drilling Locations
Wood
Stud
Fig. 6 - Top View
Wood
Stud
A6
A5
1 1 ⁄
2
"
A4
Wall
A3
Top of
Cabinet
A2 A1
(Steel
Dowel)
Stud Line
Wall
2
A5
3 ⁄
KK
4
JJ
"
A4
A3
4"
4 5 ⁄
A2
8
"
HH
3 II
2
12
Fig. 7 - Side View of Lag Bolts and Screws Installed
> 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.
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.
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.
34x BB
34x FF
Pivot
Point
BB
BB
F
A
BB
B
BB
FF
BB
E
FF
C
BB
D
FF
B
FF
FF FF
B
FF
C
FF
Pivot
Point
BB
BB
A
BB
Frame Exploded View
Assemble the Bed Frame
All steps in this section use Frame Exploded View.
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.
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 metal tabs protruding from the Upper/Lower Frame Supports (E) and the Long Center Frame Support (D) are at the bottom.
FF
B
FF
E
F
BB
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 Flat Bars (F) bolted to the Upper/Lower Frame Supports (E) remain on the outside of the Left/Right Sides of the Frame (A).
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).
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P
O
Q
O
Fig. 8
Pivot Point
Row 20
19
18
17
16
15
14
13
12
Row 8
9
11
10
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
P
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.
Pivot
Point
Row 11:
Do NOT place this row for Queen
Size Beds (only)
14
Fig. 9
Install the Frame in the Cabinet
Bed Frame
> To avoid the risk of serious injury, Do NOT unscrew
the bed cabinet from the wall once the pistons are
in place.
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.
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.
Fig. 10
FF
Mounting
Plate Saddle
G1
J
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.
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.
Fig. 11
Pivot Point
Pivot Point
I
Z
EE
FF
Frame pushed past the edge of the cabinet
G1
Fig. 12 Fig. 13
15
GG
Fig. 14
6
GG
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 1 1 ⁄
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.
M
AA DD
DD FF
N
16
Fig. 15
Measurements are for the placement of this hole
L
6"
6"
5
Back of
Door Panel
27 5 ⁄
16
"
10"
6"
6"
5
Back of
Door Panel
30 3 ⁄
4
"
10"
27 5 ⁄
16
" 30 3 ⁄
4
"
Twin and Full Bed Door Panel
(2 Panels required for Full Bed)
Queen Bed Door Panel
(2 Panels required for Queen Bed)
Fig. 16
Attach the Door Panels
> 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.
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
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.
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Fig. 17
V
5
W
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.
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.
5. Pull the bed frame down and have an adult helper
hold it down.
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.
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
> 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.
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.
18
Fig. 18
Fig. 19
P
O
Q
O
P
H
Fig. 20
19
Stud and lag bolt locations in this image are for illustration purpose only.
Stud Locations
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
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
Final Check of Bed Cabinet Installation
Using your Murphy Bed
> 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.
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.
Cover Size
20 54386 55991 54877
Rev 12/18
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.
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