Sanus BSF316 User manual

BSF316
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
GET IT
RIGHT
THE FIRST TIME
Follow this step-by-step
instruction manual to
speed up your installation.
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Before you begin
Soft clean surface
Remove the stand from your TV
—if attached.
Install any accessories
you may have purchased —if they
require the TV to be removed from the
wall for assembly. The TV is removable
for future accessory purchases.
Protect the face of your TV
when laying it down for installation.

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35 lbs.
(15.8 kg)
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS – PLEASE READ MANUAL PRIOR TO USE – SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Please read through these instructions completely to be sure you’re comfortable with this easy install process.
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 1-800-359-5520.
CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injuries and property damage!
●This product is designed ONLY to be installed into wood studs, solid concrete or concrete block.
—DO NOT INSTALL INTO DRYWALL ALONE — DRYWALL ALONE WILL NOT HOLD THE WEIGHT OF YOUR TV.
●This product is designed for INDOOR USE ONLY.
●The wall must be capable of supporting five times the weight of the TV and mount combined.
●Do not use this product for any purpose not explicitly specified by manufacturer.
●Manufacturer is not responsible for damage or injury caused by incorrect assembly or use.
TV Weight Limit
(including accessories)
DO NOT EXCEED
If your TV (including accessories) exceeds
this weight, this mount is NOT compatible.
Visit SANUS.com or call customer service to
find a compatible mount.
1-800-359-5520

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Call Customer Service
1-800-359-5520
Tools Needed
Wall
Construction
ONLY install on
these acceptable
wall types. Drywall alone
will NOT hold
the weight of
your TV.
Unsure
wood studs Solid concrete or
concrete block
ACCEPTABLE ACCEPTABLE
Wood Stud Install
Concrete Install
Awl
Pencil Level Tape
Stud
Finder
ScrewdriverTape
Measure
1/8 in.
(3 mm)
Wood
Drill Bit
Electric
Drill
Hammer
7/16 in.
(11 mm)
Socket
Wrench
Drill Bit
3/8 in.
(10 mm)
Concrete
CAUTION:
DO NOT install
in drywall alone

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M8 x 35mm
M8 x 16mm
M8 x 20mm
22mm
M6 x 12mm
M4 x 12mm
M6 x 35mm
M4 x 35mm
STEP 1 Parts and Hardware
TV Bracket
TV Screws
(qty. 4 each) [Only one size fits your TV]
Washers
(qty. 4 each)
Spacers [If necessary]
(qty. 4 each)
0302
01
M4
M4
M6/M8
M4/M6/M8
M6
M8
(qty. 1)
04
Attach TV Bracket to TV
STEP 1
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!
NOTE: Not all hardware included will be used.

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03
04
04
02
02 01
01
Too Short Too Long Correct
If your TV included
inset spacers or wall
mount adapters, see
Troubleshooting on PAGE 21.
Inset Holes Cables Rounded Back
Only one screw size fits your TV.
M6
M4 M8 • Flat Back TV
[TV brackets
lay flat on your TV]
NO SPACER SPACER NEEDED
• Flat Back TV with
Extra Space Needed
[for deep inset holes
or cable interference]
• Rounded or
Irregular Back TV
[TV brackets NOT
resting flat on your TV]
A B
Use short TV screws 01 .
Spacers 03 not needed.
Use long TV screws 01 and spacers 03 to
create extra space between the TV and TV bracket.
01
CAUTION: Verify adequate thread
engagement with your screw 01 , washer 02 ,
spacer 03 combination AND TV bracket 04 .
—Too short will not hold your TV.
—Too long will damage your TV.
1.2 Select TV Screw Length and Spacers1.1 Select TV Screw Diameter

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4X
Top of TV
01
02 02
Install using the screw 01 / washer 02 / spacer 03 combination
you selected for your TV.
Center TV bracket 04 over your TV hole pattern as shown.
Various hole positions included for non-centered TV hole patterns.
1POSITION
03
01
200 x 200 200 x 100100 x 100 75 x 75
200
200
100100
75 75 75
200 100 75
100
100
100
100
04
1.3 Attach TV Bracket to Your TV
NO SPACER SPACER NEEDED
A B
04
2SECURELY TIGHTEN

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Fischer UX10 x 60R
1/4 x 2¾in.
1/4 in.
07 x2
08 x2
05
06
x1
x1
09
x2
Parts and Hardware for STEP 2
Lag Bolt Washer
Drill Template
Arm Assembly
Concrete Anchor
For concrete installations ONLY
CAUTION: Do not use in drywall or wood
CABLE COVERS
(ATTACHED)
WALL PLATE
COVER
(ATTACHED)
P
C
Attach Wall Plate to Wall
STEP 2
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!
NOTE: Not all hardware included will be used.

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Min. 3 ½ in. (8.9 cm)
Min. 1 ½ in. (3.8 cm)
Max. 5/8 in. (1.5 cm)
STEP 2A Attach Wall Plate Wood Stud Installation
CAUTION: Avoid potential
personal injury or property damage!
●Drywall covering the wall
must not exceed 5/8 in. (1.5 cm)
●Minimum wood stud size:
nominal 2 x 4 in. (5.1 x 10.2 cm)
actual 1 ½ x 3 ½ in. (3.8 x 8.9 cm)
●Stud center must be verified
Locate the stud using a
stud finder.
Find the edges of the stud
using an awl or small drill bit.
Mark the center of the
stud with a pencil.
1LOCATE 2VERIFY 3MARK