Sanus SLT4 User manual

SLT4
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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BEFORE MOUNTING YOUR TV
Record your TV information and
save for future reference.
Or, take a photo of your TV product
sticker and save for future reference.
Brand:
Model No.:
Serial No. (S/N):
Version/SCC/Other:
Your TV product sticker may be inaccessible after mounting your TV.

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150 lbs.
(68.0 kg)
110 lbs.
(49.8 kg)
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!
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 1-888-333-1376.
Do you have
all the tools
needed?
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What is your
wall made of?
CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injuries and property damage!
●This product includes directions and hardware for use with wood stud – DO NOT install into drywall alone. For information on how to use this
product with solid concrete and concrete block walls or steel stud walls, contact Customer Service and ask about the additional hardware.
●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.
Ready to
begin?
Does your TV
(including accessories)
weigh more
than
No — Perfect!
Yes — This mount is NOT compatible.
Visit MountFinder.Sanus.com or call 1-888-333-1376 to find a
compatible mount.
For wood stud and Solid
Concrete or Concrete
Block Walls
For Steel
Stud Walls
Drywall with
steel studs?
Drywall with
wood studs? Solid concrete
or concrete
block?
Call Customer Service: 1-888-333-1376
Perfect!
Steel stud kit required [NOT INCLUDED]Concrete anchors Required [NOT INCLUDED]
CAUTION:
DO NOT install into
drywall alone
Wood Stud Install
Steel Stud Install
Concrete Install
Awl Awl
Pencil Level Stud
Finder Stud Finder
Screwdriver
Tape
Measure
7/32 in.
(5.5 mm)
Wood
1/2 in.
(13 mm)Steel
Drill Bit Drill Bit
Electric Drill Hammer
1/2 in.
(13 mm)
Socket
Wrench Drill Bit
3/8 in.
(10 mm)
Concrete
Unsure?

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Before you begin
Soft clean surface
Protect the face of your TV
when laying it down for installation.
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.

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Right TV
Bracket
Left TV
Bracket
M6 x 12mm
M6 x 35mm M8 x 50mm
M8 x 16mm
M8 x 20mm M8 x 40mm
M8 x 30mm
5mm2.5mm 22mm
M4 x 12mm
M4 x 35mm
M6 x 20mm
M4 / M5 M6 / M8
TV Washers
TV Brackets
03
x4
04 x4
01 x1 02 x1
Parts and Hardware for STEP 1
TV Screws
*
Attach TV Bracket to TVSTEP 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.
CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injury or property damage!
The TV brackets contain potential pinch points during operation.
Keep fingers away from pinch points when retracting the TV (arrows)
*
TV Spacers 05 x4

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05
TV Bracket
TV Bracket TV Bracket TV Bracket
TV Bracket
ab
CAUTION: Verify adequate thread engagement with your screw/
washer/spacer combination AND the TV brackets (STEP 1.2).
TOO SHORT will not hold the TV and TOO LONG will damage the TV.
M6
M8
1.1 Select TV Screws
Determine which screw diameter (M4, M6, or M8) fits the four
mounting holes on the back of your TV.
1.2 Determine Spacer Need
Too Short Correct Too Long
Round BackCables
Inset Holes
Flat Back
For flat-back TVs, no
spacers 05 are
required.
For rounded-back TVs, cable interference or inset
holes, spacers 05 to createextra space between the
TV and TV bracket.
M4
05 05
NOTE: If your TV included inset spacers or adapters,
use them UNDER the mount hardware.

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01
02
4X
2SECURELY TIGHTEN
bRounded-back TVs / Extra Space
04
aFlat-back TVs
04
03 03
05
Install using the spacer, screw and washer combination you selected for your TV.
1.3 Attach TV Bracket Assembly to TV
Center the TV brackets 01 and 02 over your TV's mounting hole pattern -
making sure the brackets are at the same height.
Adjust the releasetabs Rto the bottom of the TV.
1POSITION
TIP: The tilt tension knob Ton TV brackets 01 and 02 should be oriented to
the outside edges.
T
T
T
RR
TV

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Attach Wall Plate to Wall
STEP 2
5⁄16 x 2 ¾ in.
5⁄16 in.
08 x4
07 x1
06 x1
Parts and Hardware for STEP 2
Lag Bolt
Wall Plate
Wall Plate Template
Hex Key
 in.
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.
09 x4
Washer
10 x1
CAUTION: Do not use in drywall or wood
STEP 2C: Steel Stud Installation Kit SSMK1 (NOT INCLUDED)
Contact Customer Service at 1-888-333-1376 to inquire about the additional hardware.
1/4-20 x 1 ¾ in.
1/4 in.
x4
S1 x4
S2 x4
S3
1/4-20 SNAP Toggle BB .734 x .312 x .065 in.
STEP 2B: Concrete Installation Kit CMK1 is NOT INCLUDED
Contact Customer Service at 1-888-333-1376 to inquire about the
additional hardware.
Concrete
Anchor
Fischer UX10 x 60R
C1 x4
For concrete installations ONLY

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Max. 5/8 in. (1.5 cm)
Min. 16 in. (40.6 cm) Min. 3 ½ in. (8.9 cm)
Min. 1 ½ in. (3.8 cm)
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:
common 2 x 4 in. (5.1 x 10.2 cm)
nominal 1 ½ x 3 ½ in. (3.8 x 8.9 cm)
●Minimum horizontal space between
fasteners:16 in. (40.6 cm)
●Stud centers must be verified
STEP 2A Wood Stud Installation
Locate the studs using a stud finder. Find the edges of the studs using
an awl or small drill bit.
Mark the centers of the studs
with a pencil.
1LOCATE 2VERIFY 3MARK

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06
4X
06
2 ¾ in. (6.9 cm)
7/32 in.
(5.5 mm)
Place the wall plate template 06 at your desired height and position the slotted holes over
your stud center lines. Level and mark the hole locations.
4POSITION TEMPLATE
TIP: To calculate your precise wall plate location, check out our
HeightFinder at sanus.com [www.sanus.com/1173].
sanus.com
/1173
HeightFinder™
Visit
Drill the four pilot holes using a 7/32 in. (5.5 mm) diameter drill bit.
IMPORTANT: Pilot holes must be drilled to a depth of 2 ¾in. (6.9 cm).
5DRILL
CAUTION:
Be sure you drill into the CENTER of the stud.
STEP 2A (continued)

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06
6REMOVE TEMPLATE
Remove the wall plate template and discard.
07
4X
08
Install the four lag bolts 08 and washers 09 and firmly tighten until they
are pulled flush against the wall plate 07 .Go to STEP 3 on PAGE 18.
7SECURELY TIGHTEN
All four lag bolts 08 and washers 09 MUST BE firmly tightened to prevent
unwanted movement of the wall plate 07 .Ensure the wall plate is securely
fastened to the wall before continuing on to the next step.
CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injury or property damage!
09

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06
4X
TIP:
TIP: To calculate your precise wall plate location, check out our
HeightFinder at sanus.com [www.sanus.com/1173].
Min. 16 in. (40.6 cm)
1POSITION TEMPLATE
Solid Concrete or Concrete Block Installation
●Mount the wall plate 07 directly onto the concrete surface
●Minimum solid concrete thickness: 8 in. (20.3 cm)
●Minimum concrete block size: 8 x 8 x 16 in. (20.3 x 20.3 x 40.6 cm)
●Minimum horizontal space between fasteners: 16 in. (40.6 cm)
●For concrete applications, TV brackets 01 and 02 must remain
centered in wall plate 07 . Keep this in mind when selecting the wall
plate location
STEP 2B
CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injury or property damage!
Position the wall plate template 06 on the wall at your desired height.
Level and mark the hole locations.
sanus.com
/1173
HeightFinder™
Visit
CAUTION: Do not use in drywall or wood
Concrete Installation Kit CMK1 is NOT INCLUDED
Contact Customer Service at 1-888-333-1376 to inquire about the
additional hardware.
Concrete
Anchor
Fischer UX10 x 60R
C1 x4
For concrete installations ONLY
5⁄16 x 2 ¾ in.
5⁄16 in.

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Never drill into the mortar between blocks.
CAUTION:
Never drill into the mortar between blocks.
2DRILL
4X
CAUTION:
3REMOVE TEMPLATE
Remove the wall plate template 06 and discard.
06
06
3/8 in.
(10 mm)
3 in. (7.6 cm)
Drill four pilot holes using a 3/8 in. (10 mm) diameter drill bit.
IMPORTANT: Pilot holes must be drilled to a depth of 3 in. (7.6 cm).

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14
C1
4X
CAUTION:
Be sure the anchors C1 are seated flush with the
concrete surface.
CAUTION:
Insert four anchors C1 .
34 INSERT ANCHORS
All four lag bolts 08 and washers 09 MUST BE firmly tightened to prevent
unwanted movement of the wall plate 07 .Ensure the wall plate is securely
fastened to the wall before continuing on to the next step.
CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injury or property damage!
07
4X
5SECURELY TIGHTEN
Install the four lag bolts 08 and washers 09 and firmly tighten until they
are pulled flush against the wall plate 07 .Go to STEP 3 on PAGE 18
08 09
STEP 2B (continued)

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Min. 16 in. (40.6 cm)
CAUTION: Avoid potential personal
injury or property damage!
STEP 2C
Locate the studs using a stud
finder.
Find the edges of the studs using
an awl or small drill bit.
Mark the centers of the studs
with a pencil.
1LOCATE 2VERIFY 3MARK
●Studs must be at least 2x4 / 25 ga.
●If back side of wall is unfinished, drywall must
be installed to a minimum of one stud left and
right of the stud(s) being used to install the
mount
●Drywall must be a minimum of 1/2 in. (1.2
cm) thick on each side of the studs, and
a minimum clearance of 1 ⅞ in. (4.7 cm)
behind the wall is required
●This product must be centered on the
studs
●Stud type and structural strength must conform
to the North American Specification for the
Design of Cold-Formed SteelStructuralMembers
[362 S 125 18, C-Shape, S - Stud Section]
●Drywall must be secured to studs with screws
12 in. (30.4 cm) on center
Steel Stud Installation Kit (NOT INCLUDED)
1/4-20 x 1 ¾ in.
1/4 in.
x4
S1 x4
S2 x4
S3
1/4-20 SNAP Toggle BB .734 x .312 x .065 in.
Contact Customer Service at [phone] to have the additional hardware shipped directly to you.

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1 in. (2.54 cm)
1/2 in.
(13 mm)
06
06
4X
Place the wall plate template 06 at your desired height and position the slotted holes over
your stud center lines. Level and mark the hole locations.
4POSITION TEMPLATE
TIP: To calculate your precise wall plate location, check out our
HeightFinder at sanus.com [www.san.us/1173].
www.
san.us/1173
HeightFinder™
Visit
Drill the four pilot holes using a 1/2 in. (13 mm) diameter drill bit.
IMPORTANT: Pilot holes must be drilled to a depth of 1 in. (2.54 cm).
Remove the wall plate template and discard.
5DRILL
CAUTION:
Be sure you drill into the CENTER of the stud.
STEP 2C (continued)

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a
c
b
d
S1 S1
S1
P
07
4X
Install the four screws S2 and washers S3 , and firmly tighten until they are
pulled flush against the wall plate 07 .
6INSTALL ANCHORS 7SECURELY TIGHTEN
All four screws S2 MUST BE firmly tightened to prevent unwanted movement
of the wall plate 07 .Ensure the wall plate is securely fastened to the wall
before continuing on to the next step.
CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injury or property damage!
S1
a. Insert the four anchors S1 into the drilled holes. b. Pull to rotate the anchor S1
inside the wall. c. Hold the end of the anchor S1 , while sliding the cap Pagainst the
drywall. d. Snap o the ends of the anchor S1 to lock in place.
CAUTION: Be sure cap Pis
seated against the drywall surface.
S3S2

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07
01
02
0701
For CONCRETE APPLICATIONS:
TV brackets 01 and 02 MUST remain centered in wall plate 07 .
CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injury or property damage!
02
NOTE: For WOOD STUD APPLICATIONS, TV brackets 01 and 02 can be slid
anywhere along wall plate 07 for optimal positioning of your TV.
Attach TV to Wall Plate
STEP 3
1HANG
HEAVY! You may
need assistance with
this step.
2ATTACH
Press the bottom of the TV into the wall plate 07 until you hear the lock click,
securing the TV in place.
Always make sure TV brackets 01 and 02 are in the locked position so the
TV is securely fastened to the wall plate 07 .
CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injury or property damage!

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Move your TV to various positions, as needed to attach your cables, then adjust the TV as desired.
TIP:
TIP: Extend the TV outward AND tilt the TV up or down to gain better access to the back of the TV.
Manage Cables
01
02
INSTALL CABLES

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Adjustments
To level your TV, turn the
level adjustment screw
Son the top of either
TV bracket 01 or 02
to raise or lower that
respective side of the TV.
Adjust the height
by turning the level
adjustment screw S
on the top of both TV
brackets 01 and 02 .
02 02
01 01
10
10 10
LEVEL HEIGHT
SSS
RAISE
RAISE RAISE
LOWER
LOWER LOWER