Rocket Fish RF-TVMFM03 User manual

RF-TVMFM03
TV Wall Mount
Assembly Guide
Safety information and specifications .................................2
Tools needed.................................................................................3
Parts..................................................................................................4
Assembly instructions................................................................7
For wood-stud
installation only

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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 56" diagonal
Overall dimensions (W × H ):
29.13 × 19.69" (740 × 500 mm)
Wall-mount weight: 20.8 lb (9.4 kg)
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19.69" (500 mm)
29.13" (740 mm)

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Tools needed
You will need the following tools 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

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Part s
Package contents: parts
Make sure you have all the parts necessary to assemble your new TV wall mount:
Hardware
ARight vertical TV
bracket (1)
BLeft vertical TV
bracket (1)
CHorizontal TV bracket (2)
DArm assembly (1) EWall plate (1)

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Package contents: hardware
Make sure you have all the hardware necessary to assemble your new TV wall mount:
M4 bag
M5 bag
M6 bag
M8 bag
Hex key bag
Label Hardware Qty.
F4
G4
M4 × 12 mm
screw
M4 × 30 mm
screw
Label Hardware Qty.
H8
I4
M4/M5 washer
M4/M5 spacer
Label Hardware Qty.
J4
M5 × 12 mm
screw
Label Hardware Qty.
K4
M5 × 30 mm
screw
Label Hardware Qty.
L4
M4
N4
M6 × 12 mm
screw
M6 × 20 mm
screw
M6 × 35 mm
screw
Label Hardware Qty.
O4
P4
M6/M8 washers
M6/M8 spacers
Label Hardware Qty.
Q4
R4
M8 × 16 mm
screw
M8 × 40 mm screw
Label Hardware Qty.
S4
M8 × 60 mm screw
Label Hardware Qty.
T1
3/16" hex key

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Lag bolt bag
Bracket hardware bag
Miscellaneous hardware
Label Hardware Qty.
U4
Lag bolt washer
Label Hardware Qty.
V4
5/16" × 2 3/4" lag bolt
Label Hardware Qty.
W4
9/16" × 8/32"
Phillips head
screw
Label Hardware Qty.
X1
3/8" × 8/32" Phillip
s
head screw
Label Hardware Qty.
Y5
Z1
Cable ties (8"/20.5 cm nylon)
5/32" hex key
Label Hardware Qty.
AA 2
Cap screw
10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100mm
1234in

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Assembly instructions
Step 1 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 vertical mounting TV brackets (Aand B) on the back of your TV.
4Temporarily slide the horizontal brackets (C) through the vertical brackets (Aand B).
5Align the screw holes in the brackets with the mounting screw holes on your TV. Position the brackets so
they do not extend above or below your TV and do not cover any connectors or jacks. Make note of which
bracket screw holes you will use. Remove the brackets and separate the horizontal brackets from the vertical
brackets.
If the brackets lay flush against the back of your TV and do not block any jacks, your TV has a flat
back.
If there is a gap between a bracket and some part of the back of your TV, your TV has an
irregularly-shaped back. If a bracket blocks any jacks, your TV has an obstructed back. In either case,
you need spacers.
6Remove the brackets, then separate the horizontal brackets from the vertical brackets.
Flat back (no spacers needed)
Obstructed back (spacers needed)
Irregular back (spacers needed)

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Step 2 Select screws, washers, and spacers
1Select the hardware for your TV (screws, washers, and spacers). See the documentation that came with your
TV for screw length and diameter.
Select one of the following types of screws:
Select one of the following types of washers:
For an irregular or obstructed TV back, select one of the following types of spacers:
2Hand thread screws into the threaded screw holes on the back of your TV to determine the correct screw
diameter and length. If your TV has an irregular or obstructed back, place a spacer between your TV back
and the screw to make sure you have the correct length.
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.
3Remove the screws.
For a flat back TV, go to “Step 3 Install the vertical TV brackets Option 1: Installing for a TV with a flat
back” on page 9.
For an irregular or obstructed back, go to “Step 3 Install the vertical TV brackets Option 2: Installing for
an irregular or obstructed back” on page 10.
M4 × 12 mm screws (F)M6 × 20 mm screws (M)
M4 × 30 mm screws (G)M6 × 35 mm screws (N)
M5 × 12 mm screws (J)M8 × 16 mm screws (Q)
M5 × 30 mm screws (K)M8 × 40 mm screws (R)
M6 × 12 mm screws (L)M8 × 60 mm screws (S)
M4/M5 washers (H)M6/M8washers(O)
M4/M5 spacers (I) M6/M8 spacers (P)
Screw is
too long
Screw fits
correctly
Screw is
too short

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Step 3 Install the vertical TV brackets
Option 1: Installing for a TV with a flat back
1Align the holes you noted on the right vertical TV bracket (A) and left vertical TV bracket (B) 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.
2Place the M4/M5 washers (H) or M6/M8 washers (O) over the holes in the TV brackets that align with the
screw holes on the back of your TV, then insert the M4 screws (F), M5 screws (J), M6 screws (Lor M), or M8
screws (Q) through the washers.
3Tighten the screws until they are snug against the TV bracket. Do not over tighten.
You’ll need
R
OR
OR
H(4) O(4)F(4) J(4) L(4) M(4)
Phillips screwdriver
OROROR OR
Screws
OR
Q(4)
Washers

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Step 3 Install the vertical TV brackets (continued)
Option 2: Installing for an irregular or obstructed back
Note: Use additional washers (H) with M4/M5 hardware only.
1Place the M4/M5 spacers (I) or M6/M8 spacers (P) and the M4/M5 washers (H) into the recessed screw holes
on the back of your TV.
2Align the holes you noted on the right vertical TV bracket (A) and left vertical TV bracket (B) with the spacers
and washers on the back of your TV. The brackets are marked “R” for the right bracket and “L” for the left
bracket.
3Place the M4/M5 washers (H) or M6/M8 washers (O) over the holes in the TV brackets that align with the
screw holes on the back of your TV, then insert the M4 screws (G), M5 screws (K), M6 screws (N), or M8 screws
(Ror S) through the washers.
4Tighten the screws until they are snug against the TV bracket. Do not over tighten.
You’ll need
OR
OR
OR
H(8) O(4)
G(4) K(4) N(4)
R(4)
Phillips screwdriver
OR
OR
OR OR
Screws
S(4)
Washers
Spacers
I (4) P(4)
OR
OR

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Step 4 Install the horizontal TV brackets
1Slide the horizontal bars (C) through the metal guides on the vertical TV brackets.
2Secure the horizontal TV brackets to the vertical TV brackets using the 9/16" × 8/32" Phillips head
screws (W).
You’ll need
W(4) Phillips screwdriver

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Step 5 Determine wall-mount location
Note: For help with determining where you need to drill screw holes, use the HeightFinder™ Installation Assistant at:
http://mf1.bestbuy.selectionassistant.com/index.php/heightfinder
The center of your TV will match the center of the wall plate (E). Before you drill holes in the wall:
1Measure the distance between the middle of one of the vertical brackets and the bottom of your TV. This
measurement is A.
2If you plan to place furniture (such as an entertainment center or TV stand) under your TV, measure the
height of the furniture and any items on top of the furniture. This measurement is B.
3Measure the distance between the top of the furniture and where you want the bottom of your TV. This
measurement is C.
4Add A+ B+ C. The total measurement is the height where you want the center of the wall plate (E) to be on
the wall.
5Use a pencil to mark this spot on the wall.
A
B
C

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Step 6 Install the wall plate to a wood stud wall
Note: Any material (such as sheetrock) covering the wall must not exceed 5/8" (16 mm).
1Locate the studs. Verify the center of the stud with an edge-to-edge stud finder.
2At the wall height you determined in the previous step, align the wall plate (E) against the wall and make
sure that it is level. Use a pencil to mark the screw hole locations, then remove the wall plate.
Note: Your TV shifts left or right 7" (17.78 cm) from the home position to full extension.
3Drill pilot holes to a depth of 3" using a 7/32" diameter drill bit.
4Align the wall plate (E) with the pilot holes, then place the washers (U) over the holes in the wall plate (E).
Insert the lag bolts (V) through the washers, then tighten the lag bolts only until the washers (U) are pulled
firmly against the wall plate.
Caution: Avoid potential injuries or property damage! DO NOT over-tighten the lag bolts (V).
You’ll need
3" (75 mm)
16"
40.6 cm
< 5/8"
(16 mm)
U(4)
Edge-to edge
stud finder
V(4) Pencil Drill 7/32" wood
drill bit
1/2" socket
wrench
Level

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Step 7 Attach the arm assembly
1Hang the upper lip of the arm assembly (D) over the top lip on the wall plate (E), then lower the bottom lip of
the arm assembly into the bottom lip on the wall plate.
2Secure the arm assembly (D) with the two cap screws (AA) using the 5/32" hex key (Z).
You’ll need
AA (2) Z(1)

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Step 8 Attach your TV to the wall mount
1Slide the top and bottom edges of the arm assembly under the metal tabs on the TV horizontal brackets (C).
2Align the center hole in the lower horizontal bar (C) with the hole in the face of the arm assembly (D) and
secure your TV with the bracket screw (X).
You’ll need
HEAVY! You will need
assistance with this step.
X(1) Phillips screwdriver

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Step 9 Adjusting the viewing angle
When the television is mounted onto the arm assembly and secured, it can be adjusted to make it level.
1Loosen the two screws on the arm assembly using the 5/32" hex key (Z).
2Adjust your TV ± 6° either clockwise or counter-clockwise.
3Retighten the screws.
You’ll need
Leveling
Screw
Z(1)

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Step 10 Adjusting the swivel tension
Adjust the swivel tension using the 5/32" hex key (Z).
You’ll need
Z(1)

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Step 11 Adjusting the forward or backward tilt
Adjust the tilt of your TV forward or backward 11° using your fingers or the 3/16" hex key (T).
You’ll need
11° 11°
T(1)

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Step 12 Managing cables
Use cable ties (Y) to bundle and secure TV cables to the arm assembly.
Note: You may have to readjust the forward or backward tilt after you bundle the cables.
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You’ll need
Y(5)

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