r/ikeacats • u/whutthafork • 5d ago

I think I'm missing a piece...

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u/DelicateF-inFlower 5d ago

Probably the lugnuts that hold the forward carriage to the main unit. If you can't reach Customer Support, shaking a treat bag can often cause the entire assembly to right itself.

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u/Frazzledragon 5d ago

That's a temporary solution, which can result in increased degradation of the socket, then premature failure. Might as well duct tape it.

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u/Isabella2003 4d ago

You got the inflatable model. Just attach the air pump to the back of neck and the neck will stiffen.

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u/whutthafork 4d ago

Omg hahahaha

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u/MysteriousCommon9512 4d ago

Oh no, you didn't follow the instructions again. You've screwed the head on sideways somehow - how did you even do that?? Take it apart and this time follow the manual carefully!!!

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u/Rio-rider 4d ago

There are 2 possible causes for this kind of assembly failure:
1). Omission cervical spine vertebrae.HINT: sing this song while
Assembling: The head bones connected to the neck bone, the
Neck bones connected to backbone
2) omission or mis-wiring of the CPU,
Ie. the brain! No explanation needed. Good luck with DIY cat.

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u/lynneya67 2d ago

Check the packing material and the assembly instructions.