Office Chair Caster Wheels Replacement

Introduction

This guide covers repairing the caster wheels on an Ikea Malkolm Office Chair Model Number 20196812.

When office chairs are used on carpet flooring, the casters are susceptible to falling out, or they would need to be replaced due to wear and tear. This simple guide will cover removing, cleaning and reattaching the caster wheels using household objects. Some other possible issues are also covered, such as applying a lubricant if the wheels are too stiff or locking the casters in place.

The process will also involve using a sharp-edge tool that could cause injury, so follow the guide with caution to prevent injury.

What you need

Step 1 Caster Wheels

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Turn the chair over to the side to access the caster wheels.

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Step 2

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Remove the caster wheels from the socket using any flat edge such as a metal spudger.
Be careful not to injure yourself while handling sharp objects.

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Step 3

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Wipe off the caster wheel bracket.
Optional: If you are having trouble spinning the wheels, apply a lubricant such as WD40.

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Step 4

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Get a firm grip on the caster wheels and put enough pressure to reinsert the caster back inside the socket.
Optional: If you are struggling to reinsert the caster, then try using a mallet or hammer to lock the wheels in place.

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Step 5

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Check to ensure that the wheels are secure.
We recommend lifting the chair or tilting it on each side to check for any loose wheels that could fall out.

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Step 6

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Have a seat and test the movement functionality.
Ask yourself if the chair is moving properly and are the wheels secure.
If the answer is yes, then congratulations! Your repair was successful! If not, try some of the optional points covered in the previous steps.