Sanus VLF320 User manual

VLF 320 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 120 lb (54 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
120 lb
(54 kg)
7/32 in.
(5.5 mm)
Wood
3/8 in.
(10 mm)
Concrete 1/2 in.
(13 mm)
CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injuries and property damage!
●This product is designed for use in wood stud, solid concrete, and concrete block 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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MIN 4.62 - MAX 30.62
777.8
32.16
816.9
20.39
518.0
16.54
420.0
0.43
11.0
1.76
44.7
C
L
WALL
PLATE
C
L
TV
BRACKET
1.50
ROLL CONTROL
1.61
40.9
20.80
528.3
6.40°
11.81
299.9
0.34
8.6
2.00
50.8
24.00
609.6
16.00
406.4
16.00
406.4
in.
[mm]
Dimensions

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M4 x 12mm M4 x 30mm
M6 x 14mm M6 x 40mm
M8 x 16mm
M8 x 20mm
M8 x 40mm
M4 M6 / M8
14mm 24mm
03 x4
06 x4
07 x4
08 x4
02 x4
04 x4
05 x4
TV Brackets
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!
Parts and Hardware for STEP 1
NOTE: Not all hardware included will be used.
TV Screws
Washers
Spacers
01 x2
09 x4 10 x4
11 x4 12 x4 13 x4

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5/16 x 2 3/4 in.
5/16 in.
Parts and Hardware for STEP 2
Wall PlateWall Plate Template
Lag Bolts
Washers
16 x4
15 x1 14 x1
Anchors
18 x4 17 x4

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Hex Keys
5/32 in.
M 3
25 x1 26 x1
1/4 20 x 1/2 in.
M4 x 30mm
Parts and Hardware for STEP 3
Parts and Hardware for Cable Management
Wall Plate Covers
Felt Pads
Click Caps
Arm Assembly Wall Plate–
Arm Assembly
Screws
TV Bracket–Click Cap
Screws
L
Cable Cover
27 x1
Cable Covers
29 x2
R
Cable Cover
28 x1
19 x1
24 x2
20 x2
M4 x 10mm
Cable Cover Screws
30 x8 Wire Management
Cable Ties
31 x2
21 x8
22 x2
23 x4
Hex Key
M 2.5
32 x1

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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, M6, or M8) to use.
1-2 Select TV Spacers
CAUTION: Verify adequate thread engagment of the screw
and spacer combination on your TV.
Too short will not hold the TV and too long will damage the TV.
M4 M6 M8
Too Short Correct Too Long
Do not use spacers if
your TV has a flat back
AND you want your TV
closer to the wall.
Use spacers 12 or 13 to
accommodate:
●Round/irregular back TVs
●TVs with inset mounting holes
●Extra space needed for 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
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STEP 1 Attach Brackets to TV
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1-3 Attach Spacers to TV Brackets
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NOTE: Skip this step if your TV has a flat back AND you want your TV closer to the wall.
1. Press the four shoulder washers 11 through the openings of TV brackets 01 that line up with your TV hole pattern.
2. Snap the four spacers 12 or 13 you selected in STEP 1-2, onto shoulder washers 11 .
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Center the TV brackets 01 over your TV hole pattern as shown, making sure the brackets are level with each other.
Install using the screw and washer combination [a] or [b] you selected for your TV.
NOTE: Use washer 09 for screws 02 and 06 .
Use washer 10 for screws 03 , 04 , 05 , 07 , and 08 .aFlat Back
bRound Back / Extra Space
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08
10
10
1-4 Attach TV Brackets to TV
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STEP 2A Attach Wall Plate to Wall Wood Stud Option
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)
●Minimum horizontal space between fasteners: 16 in. (406 mm)
1. Stud centers must be verified – not all walls have conventional 16 in. (406 mm) stud spacing. Verify the center of the stud(s) using an awl,
a thin nail, or an edge to edge stud finder.
2. Level the wall plate template 14 and mark the four hole locations.
NOTE: For assistance in determining wall plate location, see HeightFinder at sanus.com.
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Max.
5/8 in.
(16 mm)
Min. 16 in.
(406 mm)

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3. 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 3 in. (75 mm).
4. Install the four washers 17 and lag bolts 18 . Tighten all four lag bolts 18 only until the washers 17 are pulled firmly against the wall plate 15 .
CAUTION: Improper use could reduce the holding power of the lag bolts 18 . DO NOT over-tighten the lag bolts.
Go to STEP 3 on PAGE 14.
3 in.
(75 mm)
7/32 in.
(5.5 mm)
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STEP 2B Attach Wall Plate to Wall Solid Concrete or Concrete Block Option
CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injuries and property damage!
●Mount the wall plate 15 directly onto the concrete surface
●Minimum solid concrete thickness: 8 in. (203 mm)
●Minimum concrete block size: 8 x 8x 16 in. (203 x 203 x 406 mm)
●Minimum horizontal space between fasteners: 16 in. (406 mm)
1. Position the wall plate template 14 on the wall at your desired height. Level the wall plate and mark the four hole locations.
NOTE: For assistance in determining wall plate location, see Height Finder at sanus.com.
2. 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. (75 mm). Never drill into the mortar between blocks.
Min.
16 in.
(406 mm)
14
3/8 in.
(10 mm)
3 in.
(75 mm)

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3. Insert four anchors 16 .
CAUTION: Be sure the anchors 16 are seated flush with the concrete surface.
4. Install the four washers 17 and lag bolts 18 . Tighten all four lag bolts 18 only until the washers 17 are pulled firmly against the wall plate 15 .
CAUTION: Improper use could reduce the holding power of the lag bolts 18 . DO NOT over-tighten the lag bolts.
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STEP 3 Attach TV to Wall Plate
NOTE: Arm assembly 19 can be adjusted side-to-side to customize your TV installation.
1. Align four holes at the top and four at the bottom of arm assembly 19 to the slots in the wall plate 15 .
2. Secure the top portion of arm assembly 19 to the wall plate 15 with four screws 21 using hex key 26 .
3. Secure the bottom portion of arm assembly 19 to the wall plate 15 with four screws 21 using hex key 26 .
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3-1 Attach Arm Assembly to Wall Plate
19 15
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26 21

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1. Hook the TV brackets 01 onto the arm assembly 19 , as shown.
2. Attach click caps 20 to TV brackets 01 with screws 22 using hex key 25 .
CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injury or property damage! Screws 22 must be installed to secure the TV onto the arm assembly 19 .
3-2 Hang TV onto Arm Assembly
HEAVY! You may need assistance with this step.
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Affix self-adhesive felt pads 23 onto the arm
assembly 19 to protect your wall.
Attach wall plate covers 24 onto wall plate 15 .
3-3 Apply Protective Felt Pads 3-4 Attach Wall Plate Covers
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Manage Cables
1 2
1. Thread your TV cables through the channels in the middle and lower branches of the arm assembly 19 .
2. Attach cable covers 27 ,28 and 29 to the arm assembly 19 . Secure with screw 30 using hex key 32 .
3. Route cable ties 31 through the tie holders T.
30 32
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Adjustments
TILTLEVEL
Your TV should adjust easily when moved, then stay in place.
Adjust the tilt tension knob Kif your TV naturally tilts up or down.
NOTE: If you do not intend to adjust the tilt for different viewing locations,
you can tighten the tilt tension knob Kto prevent unwanted movement.
Loosen the level screw Lusing hex key 26 ,
adjust your TV, then tighten the level screw L.
K
L
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26
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TV LATERAL SHIFT
HEAVY! You may need
assistance with this step. HEAVY! You may need
assistance with this step.
REMOVING THE TV
1. Remove the TV by reversing the procedure in STEP 3-2 on PAGE 15.
2. Remove the arm assembly 19 by reversing the procedure in STEP 3-1
on PAGE 14.
3. Reposition the arm assembly 19 (STEP 3-1 on PAGE 14).
4. Reattach the TV (STEP 3-2 on PAGE 15).
1. Remove the TV by reversing the procedure in
STEP 3-2 on PAGE 15.
2. Remove the arm assembly 19 by reversing the
procedure in STEP 3-1 on PAGE 14.
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INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD IMPORTANTES: CONSÉRVELAS Y LEA TODO EL MANUAL ANTES DE UTILIZAR ESTE PRODUCTO
¿Su televisor pesa más de 54 kg (120 lb) incluyendo 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 sentirse seguro y cómodo con este fácil proceso de instalación. Consulte igualmente el manual del usuario
de su televisor para saber si existe algún requisito especial para instalar su televisor en la pared.
Si no entiende las instrucciones o si tiene dudas acerca de la seguridad de la instalación, del ensamblado o del uso del producto, póngase en contacto
con el servicio de atención al cliente al 1-800-359-5520 (Reino Unido: 0800-056-2853).
¿Tiene todas las herramientas necesarias?
Antes de comenzar, verifiquemos si este soporte es el adecuado para usted.
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¿De qué está hecha su pared?
¡Perfecto! ¡Perfecto! Llame al 1-800-359-5520 (Reino Unido: 0800-056-2853)
¿No está seguro?
?
Tabiques de yeso con
montantes de madera
Hormigón sólido o
bloques de cemento
54 kg
(120 lb)
5,5 mm
(7/32'')
Madera
10 mm
(3/8'')
Hormigón
13 mm
(1/2'')
ESPAÑOL
PRECAUCIÓN: Evite posibles lesiones personales y daños materiales.
●Este producto fue diseñado para su uso en paredes de montantes de madera, hormigón sólido y bloques de cemento - NO instalar en yeso solo
●La pared debe soportar cinco veces el peso del televisor y del soporte juntos
●No utilice este producto para ningún otro propósito que no sea el explícitamente especificado por el fabricante
●El fabricante no se responsabiliza por ningún daño o lesión resultante del montaje incorrecto o del uso indebido