Sanus VLL5 User manual

VLL 5 INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS – SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – PLEASE READ ENTIRE MANUAL PRIOR TO USE
Does your TV weigh more than 125 lb (56 kg) including accessories?
No — Perfect!
Yes
— This mount is NOT compatible. Visit MountFinder.Sanus.com or call 1-800-359-5520 (UK: 0800-056-2853) to find a compatible mount.
Ready to begin?
Please read through these instructions completely to be sure you’re comfortable with this easy install process. Also check your TV
owner’s manual to see if there are any special requirements for mounting your TV.
If you do not understand these instructions or have doubts about the safety of the installation, assembly or use of this product, contact
Customer Service at 1-800-359-5520 (UK: 0800-056-2853).
Do you have all of the tools needed?
Before getting started, let’s make sure this mount is perfect for you!
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What is your wall made of?
Perfect! Perfect! Call 1-800-359-5520 (UK: 0800-056-2853)
Unsure?
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Drywall with
wood studs
Solid concrete or
concrete block
7/32 in.
(5.5 mm)
Wood
3/8 in.
(10 mm)
Concrete
125 lb
(56 kg)
1/2 in.
(13 mm)

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Spacer
M4 x 20mm M5 x 20mm
M6 x 25mm M8 x 25mm
STEP 1 Attach Bracket to TV
TV Bracket
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05
08
x4
x4
x4
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04
06 07
x4 x4
x4
x4
01 x2
NOTE: Not all hardware included will be used.
WARNING: This product contains small items that could be a choking hazard if swallowed.
Before starting assembly, verify all parts are included and undamaged. If any parts are missing or damaged, do not return the damaged
item to your dealer; contact Customer Service. Never use damaged parts!
Parts and Hardware for STEP 1
TV Screws
TV Washers

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1-1 Select TV Screws
Hand thread screws into the threaded inserts on the back of your TV
to determine which screw diameter (M4, M5, M6, or M8) to use.
1-2 Spacers
CAUTION: Verify adequate thread engagment of the screw/
spacer combination on your TV.
Too short will not hold the TV and too long will damage the TV.
M4 M6 M8
M5
Too Short Correct Too Long
Mount the spacers 08
above the TV bracket,
so the TV bracket sits
close to the TV surface
for Flat Back Panels.
Mount the spacers 08
under the TV bracket to
create extra space needed
for irregular shape TV
backs or large cables.
Spacers and screws are supplied to install your TV bracket.
Determine your preference for spacer configuration when
attaching your TV bracket.
Round Back CablesInset HolesFlat Back
TV Bracket
TV Bracket
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08
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1-3 Attach TV Brackets
01
Center the TV brackets 01 over your TV hole pattern as shown. Be sure to use the same holes and that the brackets are level.
NOTE: Loosen the adjustment screws on TV brackets 01 to extend the mounting holes over your TV hole pattern.
Install using the spacer, screw and washer combination you selected for your TV.
IMPORTANT: Tighten the adjustment screws on TV brackets 01 when finished.
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Adjustment
Screw
Loosen
Tighten
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aSpacer, screw and washer
bSpacer, screw and washer
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07
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STEP 2 Attach Wall Plate to Wall
5⁄16 in. x 2 3⁄4 in.
Sanus Magnetic Stud Finder
12 x4
09 x1
10 x1
11 x1
13 x4
Parts and Hardware for STEP 2
For wood stud installations, follow STEP 2A on PAGE 7
For concrete installations, follow STEP 2B on PAGE 11
NOTE: Not all hardware included will be used.
WARNING: This product contains small items that could be a choking hazard if swallowed.
Before starting assembly, verify all parts are included and undamaged. If any parts are missing or damaged, do not return the damaged
item to your dealer; contact Customer Service. Never use damaged parts!
Wall Plate
Wall Plate
Template Lag Bolt
Concrete Anchor

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STEP 2A Wood Stud Option
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CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injuries and
property damage!
●Drywall covering the wall must not exceed
16 mm (5/8 in.)
●Minimum wood stud size: common 51 x 102 mm
(2 x 4 in.) nominal 38 x 89 mm (1½ x 3½ in.)
●Minimum horizontal space between fasteners:
406 mm (16 in.)
●Stud centers must be verified – not all walls have
conventional 406 mm (16 in.) or 610 mm (24 in.)
stud spacing
NOTE: See Introducing Sanus Magnetic Stud
Finder*located in your Welcome folder for more
detailed operation of stud finder.
1. Locate a nail/screw in the studs using the Sanus
magnetic stud finder 11 provided.
2. Find the edges of the studs using the probe
of the stud finder 11 .
3. Mark the centers of the studs with pencil.
*WARNING:This product contains a magnet. If an implanted medical device such as a pacemaker or implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD)
is in use, magnetic fields may aect the operation of those devices, resulting in serious injury or death. If you have an implanted medical device, keep at
least 13 cm (5 in.) between your device and the magnet. Please consult with your physician or medical professional prior to using this product.
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Min. 406 mm
(16 in.)
Max. 16 mm
(5/8 in.)
Min. 89 mm
(3 1/2 in.)
Min. 38 mm
(1 1/2 in.)

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75 mm
(3 in.)
5.5 mm
(7/32 in.)
4. Place the wall plate template 09 at your desired height and position the slotted holes over your stud center lines. Level the wall plate
template 09 and tape in place.
NOTE: For assistance in determining wall plate location, see HeightFinder at sanus.com.
IMPORTANT: Be sure you mark and drill into the center of the stud.
5. Drill the four pilot holes using a 5.5 mm (7/32 in.) diameter drill bit.
IMPORTANT: Pilot holes must be drilled to a depth of 75 mm (3 in.).
09 09

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≈ 13 mm
(1/2 in.)
6. Partially install the top two lag bolts 12 ,leaving about 13 mm (1/2 in.) space from the wall.
NOTE: This space allows you to remove the wall plate template 09 and hang the wall plate 10 onto the top lag bolts 12 .
7. Remove the wall plate template 09 .
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8. Hang the wall plate 10 on the top lag bolts 12 .
9. Install the bottom two lag bolts 12 . Tighten all four lag bolts 12 only until they are pulled firmly against the wall plate 10 .
NOTE: Hold the wall plate 10 in place when tightening the first lag bolt 12 to keep the plate from shifting out of place.
CAUTION: Improper use could reduce the holding power of the lag bolt 12 . DO NOT over-tighten the lag bolts.
Go to STEP 3 on PAGE 14.
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STEP 2B Solid Concrete or Concrete Block Option
CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injuries and property damage!
●Mount the wall plate 10 directly onto the concrete surface
●Minimum solid concrete thickness: 203 mm (8 in.)
●Minimum concrete block size: 203 x 203 x 406 mm (8 x 8x 16 in.)
●Minimum horizontal space between fasteners: 610 mm (24 in.)
1. Position the wall plate template 09 on the wall at your desired height. Level the wall plate template and mark the hole locations.
NOTE: For assistance in determining wall plate location, see Height Finder at sanus.com.
2. Drill four pilot holes using a 10 mm (3/8 in.) diameter drill bit.
IMPORTANT: Pilot holes must be drilled to a depth of 75 mm (3 in.). Never drill into the mortar between blocks.
10 mm
(3/8 in.)
75 mm
(3 in.)
09
Min.
610 mm
(24 in.)
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3. Remove the wall plate template 09 and insert four anchors 13 .
CAUTION: Be sure the anchors 13 are seated flush with the concrete surface.
4. Partially install the top two lag bolts 12 , leaving about 13 mm (1/2 in.) space from the wall.
NOTE: This space allows you to hang the wall plate 10 onto the top lag bolts 12 .
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≈13 mm
(1/2 in.)
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5. Hang the wall plate 10 on the top lag bolts 12 .
6. Install the bottom two lag bolts 12 . Tighten all four lag bolts 12 only until they are pulled firmly against the wall plate 10 .
NOTE: Hold the wall plate 10 in place when tightening the first lag bolt 12 to keep the wall plate from shifting out of place.
CAUTION: Improper use could reduce the holding power of the lag bolt 12 . DO NOT over-tighten the lag bolts.
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HEAVY! You may need assistance with this step.
STEP 3 Attach TV to Wall Plate
1. Hook the TV brackets 01 onto the wall plate 10 .
NOTE: The TV brackets 01 can be slid anywhere along the wall plate 10 for optimal positioning of your TV.
2. Rest the TV into place against the wall.
3. Press the bottom of the TV into the wall plate 10 to ensure the safety catches lock the TV in place.
CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injury or property damage! Always make sure your TV brackets are in the locked position so the
TV is securely fastened to the wall plate 10 .
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1. Pull down and hold both release cords while gently pulling the bottom of the TV away from the wall until the kick stands fall into place.
CAUTION: To prevent breaking the locking latch: always pull and hold the release cords down while pulling the TV away from the wall.
2. Temporarily rest the TV on the kick stands while assembling the cables on the TV.
CAUTION: TV is not secured to the wall when it is in the kick stand position. Assistance is recommended for this step.
3. Pull down and hold both release cords while gently pulling the bottom of the TV away from the wall to unlock the kick stands.
4. Gently rest the TV back until the brackets click and lock the TV in place.
Manage Cables
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Adjustments
LEVEL
To level your TV, turn the level adjustment screw on the top of either TV
bracket 01 to raise or lower that respective side of the TV.
Level
Adjustment
Screw
Raise
Lower
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REMOVING THE TV
Slide the TV left or right along the
wall plate 10 to reposition.
TV LATERAL SHIFT
1. Disconnect all cables from the TV (see Manage Cables on PAGE 15).
2. Pull the release cords on the TV brackets 01 while gently pulling the bottom of the TV
away from the wall.
3. Lift the TV up and off the wall plate 10 .
NOTE: To rehang the TV, follow the procedures in STEP 3 on PAGE 14.
HEAVY! You may need
assistance with this step. HEAVY! You may need assistance with this step.
Release Cord
01
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Features
TV bracket expands
to fit TV hole patterns
from 200 x 200 mm up
to 700 x 400 mm
Brackets adjust side to
side within the wall plate
for optimal positioning
Level
adjustments
create a
worry-free
installation
Locking mechanisms
for added security Kick Stands hold TV from wall to
create room to attach cables

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6.36°
0.91
23.1
5.00
127.0
30.00
762.0
16.00
406.4
24.00
609.6
2.00
50.8
15.75
400.0
16.00
406.4
16.00
406.4
27.56
700.0
7.87
200.0
7.87
200.0
Dimensions
in.
[mm]

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ESPAÑOL
INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD IMPORTANTES. CONSÉRVELAS. LEA TODO EL MANUAL ANTES DE UTILIZAR ESTE PRODUCTO.
¿Su televisor pesa más de 56 kg (125 lb), incluidos los accesorios?
No — ¡Perfecto!
Sí — Este soporte NO es compatible. Visite MountFinder.Sanus.com o llame al 1-800-359-5520 (Reino Unido: 0800-056-2853) para
encontrar un soporte compatible.
¿Listo para comenzar?
Lea estas instrucciones en su totalidad para estar seguro de sentirse cómodo con este fácil proceso de instalación. Consulte también el
manual del usuario de su televisor para ver si existe algún requisito especial para instalar su televisor en la pared.
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póngase en contacto con el servicio de atención al cliente al 1-800-359-5520 (Reino Unido: 0800-056-2853).
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¿No está seguro?
?
Tabiques de yeso con
montantes de madera
Hormigón sólido o
bloques de cemento
13 mm
(1/2'')
56 kg
(125 lb)
5,5 mm
(7/32'')
Madera
10 mm
(3/8'')
Hormigón