Premier Mounts Swingout Arm AM3 User manual

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
AM3/AM3-B
Universal Swingout Arm
NORTH AMERICA
3130 East Miraloma Avenue
Anaheim, CA 92806 USA
USA and Canada –
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
EUROPE
Swallow House,
Shilton Industrial Estate,
Shilton, Coventry, England CV79JY
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
AUSTRALIA, NEW ZEALAND, OCEANIA
(DISTRIBUTOR)
P.O. Box 295
Mordialloc Victoria 3195
Australia
Phone: [phone]
www.premiermounts.com.au
Other Locations – Phone: [phone]; Fax: [phone]
©Premier Mounts 2008
9531-007-001-06

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Table of Contents
PREMIER MOUNTS DOES NOT WARRANT AGAINST DAMAGE CAUSED BY THE USE OF ANY PREMIER MOUNTS PRODUCT
FOR PURPOSES OTHER THAN THOSE FOR WHICH IT WAS DESIGNED OR DAMAGE CAUSED BY UNAUTHORIZED ATTACH-
MENTS OR MODIFICATIONS, AND IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGES, CLAIMS, DEMANDS, SUITS, ACTIONS OR
CAUSES OF ACTION OF WHATEVER KIND RESULTING FROM, ARISING OUT OF OR IN ANY MANNER RELATING TO ANY
SUCH USE, ATTACHMENTS OR MODIFICATIONS.
THE WALL STRUCTURE MUST BE CAPABLE OF SUPPORTING 160 LBS. IF NOT, THE WALL STRUCTURE MUST BE REIN-
FORCED. PROPER INSTALLATION PROCEDURE BY A QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHNICIAN, AS OUTLINED IN THE INSTAL-
LATION INSTRUCTIONS, MUST BE ADHERED TO. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY, OR
EVEN DEATH.
SAFETY MEASURES MUST BE PRACTICED AT ALL TIMES DURING THE INSTALLATION OF THIS PRODUCT. USE PROPER
SAFETY GEAR AND TOOLS FOR THE INSTALLATION PROCEDURE TO PREVENT PERSONAL INJURY.
Warning Statements
Indicates that the power plug is to be disconnected
from the power outlet.
Safety precautions must be taken at all times.
Warning and Caution statements.
Do not install on a structure that is prone to vibration, movement or chance of impact. Failure to do so could result in damage to the flat panel
display and/or damage to the mounting surface.
Do not install near heater, fireplace, direct sunlight, air conditioning or any other source of direct heat energy. Failure to do so may result in
damage to the flat panel display and could increase the risk of fire.
At least two qualified people should perform the installation procedure. Injury and/or damage can result from dropping or mishandling the
flat panel display.
Contact Premier Mounts with any questions -
[phone].
Warning Statements 2
Parts List 3
Installation Tools 3
Thread Depth Indicator 6
Mount Orientation 7
Mount Installation 8
Concrete Installation 8
Nose Piece Orientation 9
Universal Mounting Bracket Assembly 10
Attaching the Display 11
Securing the Display 12
Tilt Positioning 13
Cable Access Holes 13
Technical Specifications 14
Warranty 15
PRIOR TO THE INSTALLATION OF THIS PRODUCT, THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SHOULD BE READ AND
COMPLETELY UNDERSTOOD. THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS MUST BE READ TO PREVENT PERSONAL INJURY AND
PROPERTY DAMAGE. KEEP THESE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS IN AN EASILY ACCESSIBLE LOCATION FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE.
It is recommended that a maximum of 5/8” plaster board be used when mounting to wooden studs.
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Parts List
This wall mount is shipped with all proper installation hardware and components. Make sure that none of these parts
are missing and/or damaged before beginning installation. If there are parts missing and/or damaged, please stop the
installation and contact Premier Mounts (800-368-9700).
Installation Tools
AM3 Swingout Arm (Qty 1)
Griplate™ (Qty 8)
5/16” x 3” Lag Bolts - wooden studs only (Qty 6) 5/16” Flat Washers (Qty 6)
AM3 Universal Barcket Arms (Qty 2)
Pencil 1/4” Drill Bit (pilot holes) 5/32” Allen Wrench (Supplied)
Template 1/2” Socket 14mm Socket (Supplied)
Tape Measure Socket Wrench Thread Depth Indicator (Supplied)
Soft Material/Blanket Drill Level (Supplied)
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M4 x 16
M8 x 70
M8 x 35
(Qty 8)
(Qty 8)
(Qty 8)
(Qty 8)
(Qty 8)
M8 x 30
M8 x 25
(Qty 8)
M6 x 30
M8 x 20
(Qty 8)
(Qty 8)
(Qty 8)
(Qty 8)
(Qty 4)
(Qty 8)
M6 x 20 (Qty 8) M8 x 45 (Qty 8)
(Qty 8)
M6 x 45
M5 x 16
M5 x 25
M5 x 20
M5 x 12
M4 x 25
(Qty 8)
(Qty 8)
M6 x 16
M5 x 50
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The nylon spacers may be stacked to achieve proper spacing.
5/16" Flat washers
(metal)
1/4" Nylon spacers
(Qty 8)
(small)
(Qty 8)
1/2" Nylon spacers
1/4" Nylon spacers
(Qty 12)
(large)
(Qty 8)
(large)
(Qty 8)
Nylon sleeves
9/16" Nylon spacers
(Qty 8)
1" Nylon Spacers
(Qty 8)
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Thread Depth Indicator
1. Insert the thread depth indicator (supplied) through the thread inserts found on the back of the flat panel to make sure the inserts
measure the same full depth and mark it (Figure 1).
2. Locate the correct diameter screw for the thread insert. Compare your marking to the screws (supplied).
3. If your selected screw is longer than the marking on the thread depth indicator, DO NOT USE this screw.
4. The screw length must not bypass the marking. Select another screw size (Figure 2 and 3), until you find one that comes closest to
your mark without going past.
Thread Depth
Indicator
Marking
Screw
Marking
Screw
Thread Depth
Indicator
Inverted Flat
Panel Display
Marking the
Depth
Thread Insert
Thread Depth
Indicator
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WHEN MOUNTING THEAM3, THE SIDE THAT THE SWINGOUTARM IS LOCATED ON MUST HAVEA LAG BOLT
MOUNTED ON AT LEAST ONE SIDE (SEE FIGURE 1), TOPAND BOTTOM.
Mount Orientation
The AM3/AM3-B Plasma Mount has the built-in capability of mounting with the swingout arm on either the left or right-hand side.
Step 1. To change the mount orientation, choose the desired side that the mount will open to, left or right.
Step 2. Once the side has been determined, attach the mount to the wall.
AM3/AM3-B
Wood Studs
Figure 4
Left Side OrientationRight Side Orientation
Figure 5

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Mount Installation
AM3/AM3-B
Before proceeding with the mount installation, you should already have the mounting holes pre-drilled. Please use the
template (supplied) and follow the instructions.
For ease of installation, it is recommended that two people perform the installation.
WHEN MOUNTING THE AM3, THE SIDE THAT THE SWINGOUT ARM IS LOCATED ON MUST HAVE A LAG
BOLT MOUNTED ON AT LEAST ONE SIDE ( FIGURE 4, PAGE 8), TOP AND BOTTOM.
DO NOT OVERTIGNTEN THE LAG BOLTS WHEN ATTACHING THE MOUNT TO THE WALL. IMPROPER
INSTALLATION MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY
Step 1. After the holes have been pre-drilled, line up the mounting slot openings with the pre-drilled holes.
Step 2. Insert four (4) 5/16” x 3” lag bolts (or six (6), depending on your mount location) and washers into the mounting holes and
tighten (Figure 6).
Step 3. Before tightening down the lag bolts, place a level (supplied) on the top rail and make sure that the mount is level. Once the
mount is level, tighten all of the lag bolts using a 1/2” deep set socket.
Figure 6
5/16” x 3” Lag Bolts and Washers
5/16” x 3” Lag Bolts and Washers
Concrete Mount Installation
The concrete anchors must be used for concrete installation. They can be purchased at your local hardware store.
Step 1. Begin by placing the wall plate into position against the wall, keeping it level.
Step 2. Mark off four holes to be used for securing the mount and place the wall plate aside.
Step 3. Next, drill holes using an electric drill and 5/16” masonry bit.
Step 4. Insert a concrete anchor into each hole.
Step 5. If necessary, a hammer can be used to lightly tap each anchor into place so that they are flush with the wall.
Step 6. Once all of the anchors are in place, move the wall plate back into position.
Step 7. Attach the nut onto the threaded shaft that is protruding from the wall.
Step 8. Do not tighten until all nuts are in place.

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Nose Piece Orientation
Step 1. Once the mount has been oriented and mounted to the wall, remove the nose piece by removing the tensions bolts.
After loosening the tension bolts, be sure that the nose piece is held together tightly before rotating.
Step 2. Detach the nose piece assembly, rotate 180°, and place back onto the mount (Figure 7).
Step 3. Slide the tension bolt back into the holes and attach the nuts from the backside of the nose assembly. Tighten the tension bolts
(Figure 8).
Figure 7
Right Side Orientation Left Side Orientation
Rotate Nose
180°
Back Side of Nose Piece Front Side of Nose Piece
Figure 8
Tension Bolts Tension Bolts

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Universal Mounting Bracket Assembly
Step 1. Place the universal bracket bar and the universal brackets on a flat surface.
Step 2. Slide the universal brackets onto the universal bracket bar (as shown in Figure 9) with the set screws facing up. At this time,
do not tighten the set screws that are located on the universal bracket.
Step 3. Place the display on a soft, flat surface, face-down. Next, place the universal bracket assembly on the back of the display,
with the universal brackets resting directly over the display mounting points.
Step 4. Once the desired position has been determined, place the griplates over each mounting point (dimples facing up) and secure
them using the appropriate hardware (see Page 5).
Step 5. At this time, center the universal bracket bar and tighten the set screws that are located on the universal brackets.
For the two upper mounting points, the dimples (griplates) must be facing up. For the two lower mounting points, the
dimples (griplates) must be facing down.
Dimples
M4
M5
M6
M8
Set Screw Set Screw
Universal Bracket
Bar
Display
Griplate Griplate
Universal Mounting Bracket
Figure 9
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Attaching the Display
ONCE THE UNIVERSAL BRACKET BAR ASSEMBLY HAS BEEN ATTACHED TO THE DISPLAY, IT IS
RECOMMENDED THAT TWO PEOPLE MOUNT THE DISPLAY, AS THE UNIT IS HEAVY AND, IF DROPPED,
WILL DAMAGE THE MOUNT, THE DISPLAY, AND/OR PERSONNEL.
Figure 10 Figure 11
Step 1. Slide the display assembly onto the
nose piece of the swingout arm.
Figure 12
Step 2. This is how the units will look when
properly fitted together.
Figure 13
Step 3. Use the M6 x 12mm Phillips Head screw to
lock the two units together. Tighten the
screws.
Universal Bracket
Swingout Arm Nose Piece
Display
Universal Bracket Bar
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Securing the Display
Once the two units have been secured together, the two (2) M6 x 30mm Phillips Head locking screws must be installed in the noted
location (Figure 14) to prevent any movement.
Figure 14
Universal
Bracker Bar
M6 x 30mm
Phillips Head
Screw
Swingout Arm
M6 x 30mm
Phillips Head
Screw
(Attached)
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Nose Piece

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Tilt Positioning
To adjust the display, loosen the tension bolts no
more than ½ turn, make the adjustments and then
tighten the tension bolts.
When tilt positioning is needed to adjust the display, place a hand at
the top corner of the display and the other hand at the bottom of the
display (Figure 15).
To Tilt the Display
Gently push both hands inward. This motion will cause the display
to tilt forward.
To Tilt the Display Back
Gently push both hands outward. This motion will cause the display
to tilt forward.
Cable Access Holes
Once the display has been mounted and adjusted, route the cables
through the cable access holes and to their respective locations
(Figure 16).
Figure 15
Tilt/Pivot Point
Figure 16
Cable Access Holes

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Technical Specification
All measurements are in inches(mm).

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Warranty
PREMIER MOUNTS
LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
What and Who is Covered by this Limited Warranty and for How Long
Premier Mounts warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for the lifetime of
the original owner of this product. The limited warranty is valid only for the original purchaser of the product.
What Premier Mounts Will Do
At the sole option of Premier Mounts, Premier Mounts will repair or replace any product or product part that is
defective. If Premier Mounts chooses to replace a defective product or part, a replacement product or part will
be shipped to you at no charge, but you must pay any labor costs.
What is Not Covered; Limitations
PREMIER MOUNTS DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY FOR DAMAGE TO MOUNTS, ADAPTERS, DIS-
PLAYS, PROJECTORS, OTHER PROPERTY, OR PERSONAL INJURY RESULTING, IN WHOLE OR IN
PART, FROM IMPROPER INSTALLATION, MODIFICATION, USE OR MISUSE OF ITS PRODUCTS.
PREMIER MOUNTS DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. PREMIER
MOUNTS IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUD-
ING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, INABILITY TO USE ITS PRODUCTS OR LABOR COSTS FOR REMOV-
ING AND REPLACING DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS OR PARTS. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE
EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE
LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
What Customers Must Do for Limited Warranty Service
If you discover a problem that you think may be covered by the warranty you MUST REPORT it in writing to
the address below within thirty (30) days. Proof of purchase (an original sales receipt) from the original con-
sumer purchaser must accompany all warranty claims. Warranty claims must also include a description of the
problem, the purchaser’s name, address, and telephone number. General inquiries can be addressed to Premier
Mounts Customer Service at 1-800-368-9700. Warranty claims will not be accepted over the phone or by fax.
Premier Mounts
Attn: Warranty Claim
3130 East Miraloma Ave.
Anaheim, CA 92806
How State Law Applies
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER
RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.