John Lewis Wilton 803/42903

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Summary

Pre-assembly Preparation

Necessary Tools

Lists the tools required for assembling the bedstead.

Safety and Handling Advice

Provides crucial safety warnings regarding lifting, small parts, and general handling.

Fittings and Parts Checklist

Fittings Identification

Details and images of all fittings (bolts, screws, allen key) included.

Bedstead Components List

Identifies and illustrates the main parts of the bedstead for assembly.

Assembly Instructions

Step One: Attach Side Rails to Footend

Instructions for loosely connecting side rails to the footboard using specified bolts.

Step Two: Attach Side Rails to Headend

Instructions for loosely connecting side rails to the headboard using specified bolts.

Step Three: Insert and Tighten Centre Rail

Guide to slotting the centre rail and then fully tightening all previous fixings.

Step Four: Fix Slats

Instructions for securing the bed slats to the side rails using screws.

Care and Maintenance

Wood Furniture Care

Advice on cleaning, polishing, and protecting wood furniture from damage.

Safety Instructions

Guidelines on safe assembly, handling, moving, and product compliance.

This document is a user manual for the John Lewis Wilton 135cm Bedstead, a double bed frame. It provides comprehensive instructions for assembly, a checklist of parts, and important care and maintenance guidelines.

Function Description

The John Lewis Wilton 135cm Bedstead is a double bed frame designed for sleeping. It consists of a headboard, footboard, two side rails, a centre rail, and a set of slats that support the mattress. The bed frame is designed for self-assembly, with clear, step-by-step instructions provided to guide the user through the process. The bed's structure is built to provide stable and secure support for a mattress and its occupants.

Important Technical Specifications

Product Name: Wilton 135cm Bedstead
Size: Double
Stock Numbers:
- Natural: 803/42903
- White: 803/42421
- Dark: 803/42521
Dimensions (approximate):
- Headboard (1): 1020 x 1440mm
- Footboard (2): 460 x 1440mm
- Side Rail (3): 1900 x 115mm (length x height)
- Centre Rail (4): 70 x 1938mm (width x length)
- Slats (5): 1366mm (width)
Assembly Time: Approximately 40 minutes
Personnel Required for Assembly: 2 people
Fittings Included:
- Allen key (4mm) x 1 (A)
- M8 bolt (15mm) x 8 (B)
- Screw (30mm) x 6 (C)
Compliance: This product complies with BS EN 1725:1998.
Material: The bedstead is made of wood. The manual notes that wood displays different grain patterns, and timber surfaces will change colour and mellow over time. Wood veneers are used to create distinctive patterns.

Usage Features

Self-Assembly: The bedstead is designed for user assembly, with a detailed, five-step instruction guide. The instructions emphasize the importance of reading the leaflet in full before starting assembly.
Loose Fastening for Initial Assembly: During the initial steps (Step One and Step Two), the instructions advise hand-tightening bolts to loosely secure parts. This allows for flexibility to fit the centre rail in Step Three before fully tightening all fixings.
Secure Fastening: After the centre rail is slotted into place, all bolts at the side rails should be fully tightened using the provided Allen key.
Slat Installation: The slats are fixed to the side rails, with specific instructions to secure the top, bottom, and centre slats using screws.
Heavy Product: The manual highlights that the product is HEAVY and should be assembled as close as possible to its point of use. Users are advised to "TAKE CARE WHEN LIFTING to avoid personal injury and (or) damage to the product."
Small Parts Warning: The fittings pack contains small parts, which "should be KEPT AWAY FROM YOUNG CHILDREN."
Support and Helpline: John Lewis provides a helpline (01244-689949) and an email address (mail@fwgroup-uk.com) for product support, spare parts, or any additional information or issues.

Maintenance Features

Care for Wood Furniture:
- Dusting: Furniture with a hard lacquer, wax polish, or painted surface should be dusted with a dry cloth.
- Waxed Furniture: Waxed furniture requires a coat of beeswax a couple of times a year to maintain its lustre.
- Avoid Spray Polishes: Spray polishes are discouraged as they contain silicones that can build up over time and spoil the furniture's surface.
- Temperature and Humidity: The furniture will endure most home temperatures, but it's best to avoid placing it near heat sources like radiators or fires. This is particularly important for solid wood, as a lack of humidity can cause damage like warping.
Safety Instructions:
- Lifting, Not Dragging: Never drag furniture when moving it; always lift it.
- Periodic Checks: Periodically check all fixings to ensure none have come loose and re-tighten them as necessary.
- Careful Handling: Exercise care when handling or moving the furniture to prevent damage or injury.
- Competent Adult Assembly: Assembly should be carried out by a competent adult. John Lewis will not accept liability for damage or injury caused by incorrectly installed or assembled furniture.
- Children During Assembly: Children should be kept away from the product during assembly due to potential injury risks.
- Missing/Damaged Components: Do not use the item if any components are missing or damaged.
- Disassembly for Relocation: Before moving heavy objects to a new location, it is recommended to completely disassemble them to avoid personal injury or furniture damage. Users should carefully retain all fittings during this process.