Sanus Premium VLT5B1 User manual

VLT 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?
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Unsure?
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Drywall with
wood studs
Solid concrete or
concrete block
125 lb
(56 kg)
13 mm
(1/2 in.)
7/32 in.
(5.5 mm)
Wood
3/8 in.
(10 mm)
Concrete

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M6x35 mm M8x35 mm
M4x35 mm M5x35 mm
Spacer
STEP 1 Attach Bracket to TV
TV Screws
TV Washers
04 x4
06 x4
09 x4 07 x4 08 x4
03 x4
05 x4
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
Right TV
Bracket
Left TV
Bracket 02 x1
01 x1

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Too Short Correct Too Long
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
Mount the spacers 09
above the TV bracket,
so the TV bracket sits
close to the TV surface
for Flat Back Panels.
TV Bracket
TV Bracket
Mount the spacers 09
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.
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Round Back CablesInset HolesFlat Back

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1-3 Attach TV Brackets
Spacer, screw and washer
Center the TV brackets 01 and 02 over your TV hole pattern as shown - making sure the brackets are level.
NOTE: The adjustment knobs on TV brackets 01 and 02 should be oriented to the outside edges.
Install using the spacer, screw and washer combination you selected for your TV.
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03 04 05 06
Adjustment
Knob
Adjustment
Knob
02
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*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.
STEP 2 Attach Wall Plate to Wall
5⁄16 x 3 ½ in.
Sanus Magnetic Stud Finder *
13 x4
10 x1
11 x1
12 x1
14 x4
Parts and Hardware for STEP 2
For wood stud installations, follow STEP 2A on PAGE 8
For concrete installations, follow STEP 2B on PAGE 13
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 12 provided.
2. Find the edges of the studs using the probe
of the stud finder 12 .
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
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89 mm
(3 1/2 in.)
5.5 mm
(7/32 in.)
4. Place the wall plate template 10 at your desired height and position the slotted holes over your stud center lines. Level the wall plate
template 10 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 89 mm (3 1/2 in.).
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≈ 13 mm
(1/2 in.)
6. Partially install the top two lag bolts 13 ,leaving about 13 mm (1/2 in.) space from the wall.
NOTE: This space allows you to remove the wall plate template 10 and hang the wall plate 11 onto the top lag bolts 13 .
7. Remove the wall plate template 10 .
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