Rocket Fish RF-TVMLPT03V2 User manual

RF-TVMLPT03V2
TV Wall Mount
Assembly Guide
Safety information and specifications .................................2
Tools needed.................................................................................3
Package contents: parts............................................................3
Installation instructions.............................................................5
For wood-stud and concrete
wall installations
Before using your new product, please read these instructions to prevent any damage.
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Safety information and specifications
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS -
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION: Do not use this product for
any purpose not explicitly specified by
Rocketfish.
Improper installation may cause
property damage or personal injury. If
you do not understand these directions, or have doubts
about the safety of the installation, contact Customer
Service or call a qualified contractor. Rocketfish is not
responsible for damage or injury caused by incorrect
installation or use.
The weight of your TV must not exceed 130 lbs. (58.9 kg).
The wall must be capable of supporting five times the
weight of your TV and wall mount combined.
This product contains small items that could be a choking
hazard if swallowed. Keep these items away from young children!
Maximum TV weight: 130 lbs. (58.9 kg)
Screen size: 32" to 70" diagonal
Overall dimensions (H × W × D):
17.4 x 28.5 x 2 in. (44.2 x 72.3 x 5 cm)
Wall-mount weight: 6 lbs. (2.7 kg)
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For customer service, call:
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17.4" (44.2 cm)
28.5" (72.3 cm)
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Tools needed
You will need the following tools to assemble your new TV wall mount:
Package contents: parts
Make sure that you have all the parts necessary to assemble your new TV wall mount:
Edge-to-edge
stud finder
Pencil
Level
Phillips screwdriver
Socket wrench with
1/2" (13 mm) socket or
adjustable wrench
Measuring tape
Drill
7/32" (5.5 mm) wood drill
bit for wood stud wall
OR
3/8" (10 mm) masonry
drill bit (concrete only)
Tape
Hammer
CRight vertical TV bracket (1)
BLeft vertical TV bracket (1)
AWall plate (1)
DTemplate (1)
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Package contents: hardware
Make sure that you have all the hardware necessary to assemble your new TV wall mount:
TV Hardware Bag
Label Hardware Qty.
E4
F4
G4
H4
I4
J4
K4
L4
M4
M4 × 12 mm
screw
M4 × 35 mm
screw
M4/M5 washers
M6/M8 washers
Universal spacers
M5 × 12 mm
screw
M5 × 35 mm
screw
M6 × 12 mm
screw
M6 × 35 mm
screw
Label Hardware Qty.
N4
O4
P4
Q4
R4
S4
M8 × 16 mm
screw
M8 × 20 mm
screw
M8 × 35 mm screw
Lag bolt washer
5/16" × 2 3/4" lag bolt
Concrete anchor
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Installation instructions
STEP 1 - Determine wall-mount location
Note:
• For more detailed information on determining where to drill your holes, visit our online height-finder at:
http://mf1.bestbuy.selectionassistant.com/index.php/heightfinder
• Your TV should be high enough so your eyes are level with the middle of the screen. Normally, 40 to 60 inches
from the ground.
The center of your TV will match the center of the wall plate (A). Before you drill holes in the wall:
1Measure the distance from the bottom of your TV to the middle (half of the height of the TV). This is
measurement a.
2Measure the distance from the floor to where you want the bottom of the TV to be placed on the wall. Keep
in mind that the bottom of the TV should be placed above any furniture (such as entertainment centers or
TV stands). The TV should also be above items placed on top of the furniture (like a Blu-ray player or cable
box). This measurement is b.
3Add a + b. The total measurement is the height where you want the center of the wall plate to be on the wall.
4Use a pencil to mark this spot on the wall.
You’ll n eed
a
b
Measuring tape Pencil
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STEP 2 - Option 1: Installing on a wood stud wall
Note: Drywall covering the wall must not exceed 5/8" (16 mm).
1Locate the stud. Verify the center of the stud with an edge-to-edge stud finder.
2Align the wall plate template (D) at the height you determined in the previous step and make sure that it is
level. Tape the wall plate template to the wall, then use a pencil to mark the lag bolt hole locations (4) on the
stud centers. Remove the wall plate template.
3Drill pilot holes to a depth of 3 in. (75 mm) using a 7/32 in. (5.5 mm) diameter drill bit.
4Align the wall plate (A) with the pilot holes, insert the lag bolts (R) through the lag washers (Q) and the holes
in the wall plate, then tighten the lag bolts only until they are firm against the wall plate.
CAUTION: Avoid potential injuries or property damage!
DO NOT over-tighten the lag bolts (R).
You’ll need
Center pencil mark made in
Step 1.
3 in.
(75 mm)
Note: Minimum wood stud
size: Common 2 x 4 in.
(51 x 102 mm).
Nominal 1.5 x 3.5 in.
(38 x 89 mm)
Note: The minumum distance
between fastiners cannot be
less than 16 in. (406 mm).
Top
Dessus
Partesuperior
Top
Dessus
Partesuperior
RF-TVMLPT03V2Template • Gabarit • Plantilla
Note:For wood frame installations, use a stud nder to
locatewood studs rst.
Remarque: Pour une construction à ossature de bois,
localiserd'abord les montants en bois, à l'aide d'un
détecteurde montants.
Nota:para la instalación en construcciones de armazón
demadera, primero debe localizar las vigas de madera
conun localizador de vigas.
Needhelpdeciding how high to mount your TV? Scan this QR code.
Besoind'aidepour déterminer la hauteur de montage du téléviseur?
Numérisercecode QR.
¿Necesitaayudapara determinar la altura de montaje de su televisor?
Escaneeestecódigo QR.
V213-0197
ToolsNeeded
Outilsnécessaires
Herramientasrequeridas
Q(4)
Edge-to edge
stud finder
R(4)
Pencil
Drill
7/32" wood
drill bit
1/2" socket
wrench
Level
Tape
(D) Template
(A) Wall plate
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STEP 2 - Option 2: Installing on a solid concrete or concrete block wall
CAUTION: To prevent property damage or personal injury, never drill into mortar between blocks. Mount
wall plate directly onto the concrete surface.
1Align the wall plate template (D) at the height you determined in the previous step and make sure that it is
level. Tape the wall plate template to the wall, then use a pencil to mark the lag bolt hole locations (4).
Remove the wall plate template.
2Drill pilot holes to a depth of 3 in. (75 mm) using a 3/8 in. (10 mm) diameter masonry drill bit.
3Insert the concrete wall anchors (R) into the pilot holes and use a hammer to make sure the anchors are flush
with the concrete surface.
4Align the wall plate (A) with the anchors, insert the lag bolts (R) through the lag washers (Q) and the holes in
the wall plate, then tighten the lag bolts only until they are firm against the wall plate.
CAUTION: Avoid potential injuries or property damage!
DO NOT over-tighten the lag bolts (R).
You’ll need
Center pencil mark
made in Step 1.
3 in.
(75 mm)
Note: Minumum solid concrete
thickness: 8 in (203 mm). Minimum
concrete block size: 8 x 8 x 16 in. (203 x
203 x 406 mm).
Note: The minumum distance between
the top two fastiners cannot be less than
16 in. (406 mm).
Q(4) R(4)
Pencil
Drill
3/8" masonry
drill bit
1/2" socket
wrench
Level
Tape
S(4)
(D) Template
Top
Dessus
Partesuperior
Top
Dessus
Partesuperior
RF-TVMLPT03V2Template • Gabarit • Plantilla
Note:For wood frame installations, use a stud nder to
locatewood studs rst.
Remarque: Pour une construction à ossature de bois,
localiserd'abord les montants en bois, à l'aide d'un
détecteurde montants.
Nota:para la instalación en construcciones de armazón
demadera, primero debe localizar las vigas de madera
conun localizador de vigas.
Needhelpdeciding how high to mount your TV? Scan this QR code.
Besoind'aidepour déterminer la hauteur de montage du téléviseur?
Numérisercecode QR.
¿Necesitaayudapara determinar la altura de montaje de su televisor?
Escaneeestecódigo QR.
V213-0197
ToolsNeeded
Outilsnécessaires
Herramientasrequeridas
(A) Wall plate Hammer
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STEP 3 - Determine whether your TV has a flat back or an irregular or obstructed
back
1Carefully place your TV screen face-down on a cushioned, clean surface to protect the screen from damages
and scratches.
2If your TV has a table-top stand attached, remove the stand. See the documentation that came with your TV
for instructions.
3Temporarily lay the TV brackets (B and C) on the back of your TV.
4Align the screw holes in the TV brackets with the mounting screw holes on your TV.
5Identify which type of back your TV may have:
•Flat back: The brackets lay flush against the back of your TV and do not block any jacks. You do not
need spacers when assembling the wall mount.
•Obstructed back: A bracket blocks any of the jacks on the back of your TV. You will need spacers
when assembling the wall mount.
•Irregularly-shaped back: There is a gap between a bracket and some part of the back of your TV.
You will need spacers when assembling the wall mount.
6Remove the brackets.
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STEP 4 - Select screws, washers, and spacers
1Select the hardware for your TV (screws, washers, and spacers). A limited number of TVs come with
mounting hardware included. (If there are screws that came with the TV, they are almost always in the holes
on the back of the TV.) If you don't know the correct length and diameter of the mounting screws your TV
requires, test various sizes by hand threading the screws.
Select one of the following types of screws:
Select one of the following types of washers:
For an irregular or obstructed TV back, use the following spacers:
CAUTION: To avoid potential personal injuries and property damage, make sure that there are
adequate threads to secure the brackets to your TV. If you encounter resistance, stop immediately and
contact customer service. Use the shortest screw and spacer combination to accommodate your TV.
Using hardware that is too long may damage your TV. However, using a screw that is too short may
cause your TV to fall from the mount.
2Remove the screws.
3For a flat back TV, go to “STEP 5 - Option 1: Attaching the mounting hardware to TVs with a flat back” on
page 10.
-OR-
For an irregular or obstructed back, go to “STEP 5 - Option 2: Attaching the mounting hardware to TVs with
irregular or obstructed backs” on page 11.
M4 × 12 mm screws (E)M6×12mmscrews(L)
M4 × 35 mm screws (F)M6×35mmscrews(M)
M5 × 12 mm screws (J)M8×16mmscrews(N)
M5 × 35 mm screws (K)M8×20mmscrews(O)
M8 × 35 mm screws (P)
M4/M5 washers (G) M6/M8 washers (H)
Universal spacers (I)
Screw is
too long
Screw fits
correctly
Screw is
too short
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STEP 5 - Option 1: Attaching the mounting hardware to TVs with a flat back
1Align the holes you noted on the TV brackets (B and C) with the screw holes on the back of your TV. The
brackets are marked “R” for the right bracket and “L” for the left bracket. Make sure the brackets are level.
2Place the washers (G or H) over the holes in the TV brackets that align with the screw holes on the back of
your TV, then insert the screws (E, J, L, N, or O) through the washers.
3Tighten the screws until they are snug against the TV bracket. Do not over tighten.
You’ll need
G(4) H(4)
E (4) J(4) L(4)
Phillips screwdriver
OROR OR
Screws
OR
N(4)
Washers
Level (Band C) TV Brackets
OR
O(4)
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STEP 5 - Option 2: Attaching the mounting hardware to TVs with irregular or
obstructed backs
1Align the TV brackets (B and C) with the screw holes on the back of the TV.
2Place spacers (I) behind the TV brackets and the washers (Gor H) over the holes in the TV bracket, then insert
the screws (F, K, M, or P) through the washers, TV bracket, and spacers. Make sure the brackets are level.
3Tighten the screws until they are snug against the TV bracket. Do not over tighten.
You’ll ne ed
G(4) H(4)
F(4) K(4) M(4)
Phillips screwdriver
OR
OR OR
Screws Washers
Spacers
I(4)
Level (Band C) TV Brackets
P(4)
OR
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STEP 6 - Attach your TV to the wall mount
• Holding the TV with the top of the screen tilted toward the wall, slide the upper notches of the right
and left TV brackets (Band C) over the upper lip of the wall plate (A). Then, gently lower the TV until
the lock engages the lower lip of the wall plate (A). You will hear a click when the TV locks into place.
BC
and
A
HEAVY! You will need
assistance with this step.
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STEP 7 - Adjusting the tilt angle
1Adjust the swivel tension by hand or by using a 3/16" hex key (not included), then adjust the tilt angle by
gripping the top and bottom of the TV and manually moving the TV to the angle you want. When you are
done adjusting the tilt tension, retighten the knob, but don not over-tighten. Tighten the swivel tension
after the adjustments have been made.
2Adjust the level by loosening and tightening the screws on the tops of the vertical brackets.
You’ll n eed
10° 5°
Phillips screwdriver Level
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Removing the TV from the wall mount
• Pull the latches down to unlock the TV from the wall mount, then pull the bottom of the TV out from
the wall and lift the it up and off the wall plate.
For customer service, call: 800-620-2790 (U.S./Canada markets)
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