Sanus MST16b User manual

MST16b Instruction Manual

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Unsure? Call 1-800-359-5520
(UK: 0800-056-2853)
Does your TV weigh more than 35 lb (15.8 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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS – SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – PLEASE READ ENTIRE MANUAL PRIOR TO USE
Before getting started, let’s make sure this mount is perfect for you!
35 lb
(15.8 kg)
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).
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What is your wall made of?
Drywall with
wood studs? Perfect!
CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injuries and property damage!
• This product is designed for use in wood stud walls - DO NOT install into drywall alone
• 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
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OPT
Do you have all of the tools needed?
1/8 in.
(3 mm)
Wood
7/16 in.
(12 mm) 3/8 in.
(10 mm)

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Dimensions
7.9
[20.0]
3.9
[10.0]
3.0
[7.5]
8.9
[22.6]
7.0
[17.8]
5.2
[13.2]
9.1
[23.1]
2.2
[5.6]
3.9
[10.0]
3.0
[7.5]
7.9
[20.0]
1.7
[4.3]
12° 12°
in.
[cm]

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Parts and Hardware
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.
M4 x 12mm
M5 x 12mm
M6 x 12mm M6 x 35mm
M5 x 35mm
M4 x 35mm
M6 x 12mm M6
M4/M5 M6
STEP 1 Parts and Hardware
TV Bracket
TV Bracket Extenders*
†Nylon locking bracket nuts
are poly-locks and will need to
be forcibly tightened.
03 x4 04 x4
05 x4
07 x4
09 x4
06 x4
08 x4
10 x4
11 x4 12 x4 13 x4
02 x2
01 x1
TV Screws, Washers, and Spacers
M6 Extension
Bracket Screws* M6 Nuts*†
*Only needed for TVs
with 20.0 x 20.0 cm
(7 7⁄8 x 7 7⁄8 in.) hole
patterns

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1/4 x 2½ in.
STEP 2 Parts and Hardware
14 x1
Wall Plate
Lag Bolts
15 x2
The wall plate 14 is shipped attached
to the TV bracket 01 . Remove the wall
plate 14 before starting the installation.
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01

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STEP 1 Attach TV Bracket to TV
1-1 Measure Your TV Hole Pattern
cm
inches
inch dimensions are approximate
75 mm = 7.5 cm ≈ 3 in.
100 mm = 10 cm ≈ 4 in.
200 mm = 20 cm ≈ 7 7/8 in.
Measure the width and height of your TV hole pattern.
Record your measurements:
Width__________cm x Height ________ cm

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1-2 Assemble Your TV Bracket
Determine which TV bracket configuration to use, A or B based
on your TV hole pattern measurements.
A20.0
10.0
10.0
7.5
7.5
These smaller hole patterns only use TV bracket 01 .
Do not use the two TV bracket extenders 02 and four screws 03
and four nuts 04 .
7.5 x 7.5
10.0 x 10.0
20.0 X 10.0
Assemble TV bracket extenders 02 onto TV bracket 01 as illustrated.
Secure using four screws 03 and four nuts*04 in the corner holes
shown.
20.0 x 20.0
01
B
03
20.0
20.0
02
NOTE: Nuts
04 are poly-locks
and will need to be
forcibly tightened.
02
02
03
04
3/8 in.
(10 mm)
wrench
02
03
04

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M5 M6M4
1-3 Select TV Screw Diameter 1-4 Select TV Screw Length
Hand thread screws into the threaded inserts
on the back of your TV to determine which
screw diameter (M4, M5, or M6) to use.
FLAT BACK ROUND BACK CABLESINSET HOLES
If your TV has a flat back AND you want your TV closer to the
wall, use the shorter screws.
Spacers and longer screws are supplied to accommodate:
●Round/irregular back TVs
●TVs with inset mounting holes
●Extra space needed for cables
Standard configurations
are shown. For special
applications, or if you
are uncertain about your
hardware selection,
contact Customer Service
at 1-888-333-9952.
Too Short
Too Long
CAUTION:
Verify adequate thread
engagment with the screw or
screw/spacer combination.
-Too short will not hold the TV.
-Too long will damage the TV.
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1-5 Attach TV Bracket
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01
TV Bracket
Configuration A
Illustrated
(with spacers)
TV Bracket
Configuration B
Illustrated
(with spacers)
01
Short screw and washer
Spacer, long screw and washer
02
Position your TV bracket configuration over your TV hole pattern - making sure the brackets are vertically centered and level.
Install using either the short screw and washer or spacer, long screw and washer combination you selected for your TV.
IMPORTANT: Ensure TV bracket is securely fastened before moving on to the next step.
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≤ 5/8 in.
(16 mm)
STEP 2 Attach Wall Plate to Wall Wood Stud
CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injuries and property damage!
• Drywall covering the wall must not exceed 5/8 in. (16 mm)
• Minimum wood stud size: common 2 x 4 in. (51 x 102 mm) nominal 1½ x 3½ in. (38 x 89 mm)
1. Locate your studs. Verify and mark the center of the stud by finding the stud edges using an awl, a thin nail, or an edge to edge stud finder.
2. Level the wall plate 14 and mark the hole locations.
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