This document provides comprehensive instructions for assembling and maintaining a Queen Vertical Murphy Bed from ROOMTEC. The manual is designed to guide users through the entire building process, from inspecting box contents to the final assembly and finishing touches.

Function Description

The ROOMTEC Queen Vertical Murphy Bed is a space-saving furniture solution designed to store a queen-sized bed vertically within a cabinet when not in use. This allows for efficient use of floor space in rooms where a permanent bed might be impractical, such as guest rooms, home offices, or small apartments. When needed, the bed can be easily lowered for use, providing a comfortable sleeping surface. The design emphasizes secure anchoring to the wall, a critical safety feature due to the stored mechanical energy involved in its operation.

Usage Features

The assembly process is broken down into several parts, each focusing on specific components of the bed.

Tools Needed: A comprehensive list of tools is provided to ensure a smooth assembly. These include a power drill with various drill bits (1/8", 1/4", 5/16", 1" Forstner Bit, 5/8" Forstner Bit), a power saw (table saw or circular saw), a jigsaw or coping saw, Phillips-head and flat-head screwdrivers (or driver bits for a drill), a tape measure, a #4 Allen wrench, a hammer, clamps, a straight edge or framing square, a household iron for veneer tape, a utility knife, and a stud finder.

Plywood Cutting Guide: The manual includes a detailed plywood cutting guide for a Queen Size Deluxe Kit Vertical Bed. It specifies the required number of 3/4" x 4' x 8' and 1/4" x 4' x 8' plywood sheets and provides diagrams for cutting various components such as the rear rail, head rail, foot rail, cabinet verticals, face panel, mattress support, front rail, side rails, and header boards.

Bill of Materials / Cut Sheet: A comprehensive bill of materials is provided, listing all necessary components for the Queen Size Deluxe Kit Vertical Bed with 3/4" Plywood Face Panel. This includes solid wood pieces for the inner wood bed frame (frame struts and frame sides), plywood pieces for the side rails, foot rail, head rail, bed face panel, bed headboard, and bed cabinet verticals. It also lists components for the bed header (headerboard, front rail, rear rail, mounting cleats), leg support rail, and 1/4" plywood mattress support. Additional materials like veneer or melamine tape, wood glue, finish nails (1-1/2" and 2"), and various screws (#8 1-1/4" coarse thread, #8 1-1/2" coarse thread, #8 2" coarse thread) are specified. The manual also notes the need for two cabinet handles or pulls and specifies that the mattress must weigh between 65-80 pounds.

Assembly Steps: The manual details the assembly in a step-by-step manner:

Part A: Inner Wood Bed Frame: This section covers the construction of the five frame struts, positioning them between the frame sides, and mounting them using wood glue, finish nails, or screws. Specific spacing for queen-size beds is provided.
Part B: Side Rails, Part C: Foot Rail, Part D: Head Rail: These sections emphasize that side rails must be made of plywood due to stress. Instructions for applying wood veneer or melamine edge banding tape for a finished look are included. Placement holes for the female pivot are also indicated.
Hardware Placement for B. Side Rails: This section details the placement of pivoting leg brackets, templates, female pivots, and lower ball stud plates. Templates are used to accurately mark drilling locations.
B. Right Side Rail and B. Left Side Rail: These sections provide detailed instructions for leg placement, including measuring down from the top and in from the front, and drilling specific diameter holes. Steps for placing the leg pivot into the drilled hole and securing it with black screws and "T" nuts are outlined. A crucial note advises clamping scrap wood to the rail to prevent tear-out during drilling.
Mounting Lower Ball Stud Plates and Female Pivots: This section provides a general overview of the orientation and mounting positions, emphasizing the use of specific pages for detailed instructions. It specifies mounting the lower ball stud plate to the outside of the side rail and the female pivot to the inside.
Step 11 & 12: Mounting the Lower Ball Stud Plate: These steps provide detailed measurements and instructions for mounting the lower ball stud plate to both the right and left side rails, including drilling pilot holes, inserting T-nuts, and screwing the plate in place. A 5/16" spacer under the ball is recommended for accurate placement.
Step 13: Mounting Female Pivot Plates: Instructions for mounting the female pivot plate to the inside of the right and left side rails, pressing the pivot into the hole, and securing it with silver screws are provided.
Step 14: Mounting the Foot Rail Part C and Head Rail D: This involves drilling pilot holes and driving screws to attach the foot rail and head rail to the inner wood bed frame, ensuring flush alignment.
Step 15: Mounting Left and Right Side Rails to Inner Wood Bed Frame: This step describes drilling holes and driving screws to attach the side rails to the inner wood bed frame, ensuring the pivot plates are mounted to the inside of the side rails.
Step 16: Mounting the Side Rails B to the Foot Rail Part C and Head Rail Part D: This step involves drilling pilot holes and driving screws to attach the side rails to the foot rail and head rail, ensuring flush alignment. It also instructs to remove pivot leg hardware after completion.
Step 17-21: Bed Face Panels: These steps cover preparing the bed face panels, including applying wood veneer or melamine edge tape, marking a 1/4" line on the back side, positioning the panels on a flat surface, and attaching them to the inner wood bed frame. Instructions emphasize ensuring the face panel and foot rail are flush and that the face panel extends 1/4" past the edge of the frame on long sides. Specific screw placement (X, Y, Z sections) is detailed to aid in racking into square.
Step 22: Placement of Cabinet Handles: This step specifies that cabinet handles should be placed between 5' and 6' on the face panel for optimal leverage.
Part G: Bed Cabinet Verticals (Left & Right): These sections detail the installation of the bed stop, upper piston plate with ball stud, and male pivot plate on both the left and right bed cabinet verticals. Specific drilling depths, screw types, and "T" nut placements are provided. An option for accommodating existing base molding is also mentioned.
Part F: Bed Headboard: This section covers applying wood veneer or melamine edge tape to the bed headboard for a finished look.
Part H: Bed Header Components: This section details the assembly of the bed header, including the rear rail, header board, front rail, and mounting cleats. Instructions for gluing and screwing components, maintaining a 1/2" lip, and drilling pilot holes are provided.
Step 32: Finishing: The final step instructs to remove all hardware, sand, and finish all components.

Maintenance Features

The manual includes an "After-Sales Service Card" that provides important maintenance guidelines:

Cleaning: Users are advised to avoid harsh, corrosive, and abrasive cleaners to preserve the finish and integrity of the bed components.
Environment: It is recommended to keep the bed dry and avoid damp environments to prevent damage to the wood and hardware.

The manual also emphasizes the importance of contacting customer service for any issues regarding shipping, product quality, missing parts, or installation problems, providing a phone number and email address for support. Users are asked to provide their "ORDER ID" for efficient assistance.

RoomTec Murphy Bed Building Queen Vertical - Part H: Bed Header Components; Header Assembly and Finishing

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