
Contempo - 3 Door Centre Mirror Wardrobe
Assembly Instructions - Please keep for future reference 237/5740
237/8486
Dimensions
Width - 120.4cm
Depth - 52.5cm
Height - 187.9cm
Important – Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly
If you need help or have damaged or missing parts, call the Customer Helpline:
Argos = 0345 6403030
BK03010 - Issue 1 - 30/05/2014

Safety and Care Advice
Important – Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly
• Check you have all the
components and tools listed on
pages 2 and 3.
• Remove all fittings from the
plastic bags and separate them
into their groups.
• Keep children and animals
away from the work area, small
parts could choke if swallowed.
• Make sure you have enough
space to layout the parts before
starting.
• Do not stand or put weight on
the product, this could cause
damage.
• Assemble the item as close
to its final position (in the same
room) as possible.
• Assemble on a soft level
surface to avoid damaging the
unit or your floor.
• Parts of the assembly will be
easier with 2 people.
• Due to difference in floor
levels, doors may not be
aligned. Adjustment may be
necessary.
• To prevent bowing of shelves
do not over load, and always
distribute weight evenly.
• If a residual aroma is
experienced with your new
furniture after the packaging
is removed simply ensure the
room is well ventilated and this
will assist a speedy removal
• We do not
recommend the
use of power drill/
drivers for inserting
screws, as this
could damage the unit. Only use
hand screwdrivers.
• Dispose of all packaging
carefully and responsibly.
• It is essential that this unit be
fixed to a wall with the fittings
provided.
• Please retain the product label
on the back of the unit, as this
information will help support any
queries.
Care and maintenance - Non compliance with this information may affect your guarantee
• Dust with a clean cloth or, if
required a slightly damp cool
cloth. Do not use household
cleaners, abrasives or polishes
as permanent damage may
occur.
• Do not drag the furniture or lift
it by its top.
• Avoid sharp objects, contact
with water and direct heat on all
surfaces
Handy Hints
• Assemble all parts and bolts
loosely during assembly, only
once the product is complete
should you fully tighten the
bolts.
• Your furniture is finished to the
required colour. Avoid exposure
to strong sunlight as this can
change the colour. Change in
appearence may also occur if
items are permanently left on a
surface.
• Doors should be secured or
removed before moving.
• Regularly check and ensure
that all boths and fittings are
tightened properly.
• You should get assistance
when moving or lifting your
furniture. Furniture consisting of
more than one unit should be
disassembled before attempting
to move it.
• This product should not be
discarded with household waste.
Take to your local authority
waste disposal centre.
Note: if required the next
page can be cut out and used
as reference throughout the
assembly. Keep this page with
these instructions for future
reference.
1

If you have damaged or missing components, call the
Components - Panels
Customer Helpline:
Please check you have all the panels listed below
Argos = 0345 6403030
Double wardrobe (185.7 x 80 x 52.5cm)
1
Cornice front (120.4 x 10 x 2.2cm)
3
x2 Cornice return
4
(42.4 x 10 x 2.2cm)
Single wardrobe (185.7 x 40 x 52.5cm)
2
2

Components - Fittings
Please check you have all the fi ttings listed below
Note: The quantities below are the correct amount to complete the assembly. In some cases more fi ttings
may be supplied than are required.
A
15mm Screw x 1
D
38mm Cornice screw x 9
Tools required
Phillips screwdriver
(medium)
Step ladder
(or equivalent)
B
15mm Washer x 2
E
18mm Conecting bolt x 2
C
Wall strap x 1
F
Threaded sleeve x 2
Ruler - Use this ruler to help correctly identify the screws
0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50
The screws length is measured from the head to the point (30mm screw shown) .
3
55 60
65 70 75 80
85 90 95 100
105
110 115 120 125 130 135 140 145 150
155 160
165 170

Assembly Instructions
Step 1
Position and connect
the units
a: Before connecting the
units you will fi rst need to
remove the central doors.
Loosen but do not
remove bolt B in the
centre of the hinge back
plates which are attached
to the wardrobe side
panel.
Slide the door off the
back plates allowing bolt
B to go through the key
hole.
b: Position the double
1
wardrobe
required position [please
note it will be hard to
move once connected].
Once in place position
the single wardrobe
along side so the the
front edges are aligned.
in the
2
a:
b:
A
B
A
C
WARNING: Help may be
required for this step.
1
2
To fi x the two units
together you will need
two 18mm connecting
E
bolts
Threaded sleeves
Thread 18mm connecting
bolt
top hole inside the
double wardrobe then
screw threaded sleeve
F
single wadrobe.
Repeat for bottom hole
and two
F
.
E
through the
through from inside
E
F
4

Assembly Instructions
Step 2
Re-fi tting the doors
Starting from the top,
slide the keyhole shaped
groove in the hinge over
bolt B on the hinge plate.
Once located tighten bolt
B and move on to the
next hinge.
A
B
A
C
Step 3
Fitting the cornice
a: Place the fi rst cornice
4
return
asembled wardrobe, you
may need to use step
ladders. Ensure the back
of the cornice return
lines up with the back of
the wardrobe and that
the fi nished edge sits
2mm over the edge of
the unit.
When in position screw
the 38mm cornice
screw
cornice return into the
wardrobe using a phillips
screwdriver.
Note: There are not any
pre-drilled holes in the
top of the robe for this.
on top of the
D
through the
4
a:
Phillips screwdriver
D
1
2
4
Repeat the process with
the second return on the
other side of the unit.
5

Assembly Instructions
Step 3 - continued
b: Take the cornice
3
front
it so that the back sits
against the front of
the cornice returns
and the ends sit fl ush
with the fi nished sides
of the cornice returns
4
screw the 38mm cornice
screws
cornice front
wardrobe using a phillips
screwdriver.
and position
. When in position
D
through the
3
into the
D
4
4
Philips screwdriver
1
3
2
4
Step 4
Fixing to wall
It is recommended that
the wardrobe is fi xed to
a wall
C
Fix wall strap
top of wardrobe using
15mm screw
15mm washer
Warning: The
15mm screw
is for fi xing the
wall strap
only. In addition to this
you will need to choose
a screw or fi tting which is
suitable for securing the
wall strap
of walls you have. If you
are unsure about what
type of screw to use seek
professional help.
to the
A
and
B
.
C
to furniture
C
to the type
A
Using the correct type of screw
screw through the washer and wall
strap into a pre-drilled hole in the
wall
A
B
B
C
6

Assembly Instructions
Step 5
Adjusting doors
1. To adjust the height /
level of the door loosen
all screw ‘A’s on all hinge
plates, level the door
height and retighten all
screw ‘A’s.
2. To adjust the gap
between the doors
loosen screw ‘B’, then
turn screw ‘C’ clockwise
to close the gap or
anticlockwise to increase
the gap. Re-tighten
screw ‘B’ to lock position.
3. To adjust the distance
away from the unit
loosen screw ‘B’, this
allows the hinge arm
to slide back and forth.
Adjust as required then
re-tighten screw ‘B’.
A
B
A
C
2
1
3
Assembly is complete.
If you need help or have damaged or missing parts, call the Customer Helpline:
Argos = 0345 6403030
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