We are having a very difficult time putting the bench together. It seems the arm holes are not meeting the seat. All the reivews say that it is easy
503205
I don't have the instruction sheet anymore, but here's how I think I assembled the bench. It's a much simpler job if you have a helper to hold the components in place while you install the hardware. First, lay out the back, arms and seat on the ground in the way they'll look assembled. Be sure you have the right arm on the right and the left arm on the left. Lay out the hardware. Attach the arms to the back first installing the hardware according the pictures provided without completely tightening. Once the arms are loosely attached to the back, fit the seat into the slots provided and loosely install the hardware. When the bench is loosely "together", set it on the ground right side up and be sure that all pieces fit well and tighten all the hardware. Finally, install the small screws which secure the back to the seat.
503206
Don't tighten the screws all the way until you have them all in. Just thread the screws enough to hold in place. Good luck.
503207
Are you sure you have them on the right sides. The higher part of the arm should be in front.
1895232
There should be two designated screw hard points. Go from underneath the metal arm bar-go thru the bar into the arm rest and screw it in until it is tight and not wiggly.
940509
Carol S., No it is not hard to assemble. If I remember correctly, I looked at the picture on the box to see how to assemble it.
2075371
I did not have any problems putting this item together. It screwed in easily and is very sturdy. You must have received a defective product.
102007
I had my husband put it together so I asked him. He says it's difficult to balance the longer piece in such a way as to make in conducive to threading (screwing) it together. It's wobbly and awkward, but doable. He says he just kept at it until it worked. We have purchased three because we like them so much - so it's worth the trouble. He said it seemed to be easier to do laying the base flat on the floor and holding the pole vertical.
1603232
I didn't think so. I think the hardest part was lining up the holes for the arm rests, other than that it was easy.
1427917
The assembly is not hard . I don't know about the seat but I will check and let you know.
195290
It's not that difficult. Instructions are clear. Try it yourself first. You can get anyone to assemble it if you struggle.
156347
It wasn't difficult for me, however I've put together a lot of "flat pack" furniture. One thing to be cautious about is putting the back on correctly if you get it wrong the top won't fit.
1645377
Putting it together is not that hard the tricky part is the elbow that allows it to fold up and down I had to do it over again, my suggestion is to test it out first. Also the runway that folds up when the scooter or the chair is on it did not line up correctly on mine, I had to take it and get it re-welded in the correct place. Be sure to check it out before trying to take a trip with it. The only instructions I had were looking at the picture and trial and error. Good Luck.
656460
I had to drill holes also. It's possible they are all like this. It wasn't difficult to assemble though. I did it myself with no problem.
2094840
It's kind of tricky. Relax and don't force it. Push one of the bottom leg bars first. I thought it was a pain at first, too.
240896
I would contact the manufacturer. Ours is still solid as a rock and we've had it for almost a year. Perhaps a defect in the construction. From other comments I've read about this bench the seller is prompt and courteous in responding to problems with their product. They may just ship you another one. Worth a try.
1461498
I'm sorry but I can't help you. I had a neighbor's son assemble the chairs for me about 1 1/2 yrs ago and have not had any problems yet. Honestly, I did not even look at the directions at all. Wish you the best!
1683986
I wasn't able to do it either (am a senior citizen female). Finally asked my neighbor but he too struggled to get it to stay together. Suggest going back to the manufacturer for clearer instructions.
2045769
No, it is not hard to put together at all. Adjusts to the other levels very easy. I have not had any problems at all.
940508
For me the hardest part was getting it out of the box. Very easy assembly. You might have to try the handles in different heights for yourself. I changed mine a few times until it was comfy. I hope this helps.