SKARSTA Desk O-ring Replacement

Written By: Nasser Choudhri

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Difficulty

Easy

Steps

Time Required

15 - 25 minutes

Introduction

Over time, the O-ring in your manual standing desk may wear out, causing difficulties in height adjustment. This guide will walk you through the process of replacing the O-ring on the IKEA SKARSTA manual standing desk (model # 004.585.55), ensuring your desk continues to function smoothly.

The O-ring plays a critical role in the desk's height adjustment mechanism. A worn-out O-ring can lead to uneven or difficult adjustments.

Before starting, ensure the desk is clear of items. In Steps 3 and 11, you may want assistance to lift the table off and back on the table stand.

Tools

Phillips #2 Screwdriver

Parts

10mm x 6mm x 2mm O-ring

Step 1

Remove the height adjustment crank by pulling it down and out from its clip.
Do not turn the crank at any point during the process to avoid an alignment issue.

Step 2

Position yourself so you can comfortably reach underneath the desk. This might involve kneeling or sitting next to/under the desk.
Remove the two 15.2 mm Phillips #2 screws connecting the crank to the table.
Remove the eight 15.2 mm Phillips #2 screws connecting the table to the legs.
Do not use a power tool to screw/unscrew the screws, as it may crack the desk.

Step 3

Carefully lift the table off the stand and set it aside.
Ask for help if needed to avoid accidentally damaging the desk or if it is too heavy for you.

Step 4

Remove the broken O-ring from the adjustment mechanism.
The broken O-ring might not be on the rod as shown in the picture but underneath it.

Step 5

Pull the rod out to detach it from the stand.
Set the rod down to use at reassembly.

Step 6

Repeat the previous step on the opposite end of the rod.

Step 7

Slide the new O-ring over the thin side of the rod.
There may be lubricant on the rod; avoid wiping it off.

Step 8

Push the thick end of the rod back into the stand to reattach it.

Step 9

Hold the thick end of the rod in place while sliding the thin end outwards.
Push the thin end back into the stand while holding the thick end in place.
The thick end of the rod might slide out during this process so be sure to hold it in place when sliding and attaching the thin end.

Step 10

Slide the O-ring towards the thicker end of the rod.
Pull the thick and thin ends apart and push the O-ring as close to the thick end as possible to secure the rod in place.

Step 11

Carefully place the table back on the stand.

Step 12

Use a Phillips #2 screwdriver to replace the eight 15.2 mm screws securing the table to the stand.
Turn all the screws halfway first, then tighten them completely.
Use a Phillips #2 screwdriver to replace the two 15.2 mm screws that secure the hand crank.
Make sure the handle is facing the correct direction before replacing the screws.