Sanus VLF525 User manual

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VLF 525 Instruction Manual

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS – SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – PLEASE READ ENTIRE MANUAL PRIOR TO USE
No — Perfect!
Yes — This mount is NOT compatible. Visit MountFinder.Sanus.com or call
1-800-359-5520 to find a compatible mount.
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.
Do you have
all 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? Unsure?
Drywall with
wood studs?
Solid concrete or
concrete block?
125 lb
(56.7 kg)
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
Call Customer Service:
1-800-359-5520
Perfect! Perfect!
Ready to
begin?
Does your TV weigh
more than 125 lb
(56.7 kg) including
accessories?
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CAUTION:
DO NOT install
into drywall alone
Wood Stud Install
Concrete Install
Pencil Screwdriver
Tape
Measure
7/32 in.
(5.5 mm)
Wood
Drill Bit
Electric Drill Hammer
1/2 in.
(13 mm)
Socket
Wrench Drill Bit
3/8 in.
(10 mm)
Concrete
Stud
Finder Awl

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STEP 1 Attach Bracket to TV
Parts and Hardware for STEP 1
M6 x 35 mm
M8 x 35 mm
22 mm
M8 x 16 mm
M8 x 25 mm
2.5mm
M8 x 50 mm
M8 x 45 mm
5⁄16 in. x 2 3⁄4 in.
For concrete installations ONLY
Vertical
TV Bracket
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!
M4x30 mm M5x30 mm
M6x35 mm M8x35 mm
Spacer
5⁄16 in. x 2 3⁄4 in.
M4x30 mm M5x30 mm
M6x35 mm M8x35 mm
Spacer
5⁄16 in. x 2 3⁄4 in.
Upper
TV Bracket
TV Bracket
Plate
Lower
TV Bracket
01 x1
02 x1
03 x1
04 x1

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STEP 1 Attach Bracket to TV
M6 x 35 mm
M8 x 35 mm
22 mm
M8 x 16 mm
M8 x 25 mm
2.5mm
M8 x 50 mm
5⁄16 in. x 2 ¾ in.
For concrete installations ONLY
5mm
UX10x60R
M6 x 20mm
M6 x 12mm
x4
TV Screws
TV Washers
Spacers
Thumb Screws
05 x4
06 x4
07
08 x4
x8 x4

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M6 M8
1.1 Select TV Screw Diameter 1.2 Select TV Screw Length
Hand thread screws into the threaded inserts
on the back of your TV to determine which
screw diameter (M6 or M8) 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
1-800-359-5520.
Too Short
Too Long
CAUTION:
Verify adequate thread
engagement with the screw or
screw/spacer combination.
- Too short will not hold the TV.
- Too long will damage the TV.
Correct

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1. Slide TV bracket plate 03 into upper TV bracket 01 and loosely install using two thumb screws 08 .
2. Slide the upper 01 and lower 02 TV brackets onto the ends of the vertical TV bracket 04 .
1.3 Attach TV Brackets
0301
08
101
04
02
04
01
03
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3. Position the TV bracket assembly over your TV hole pattern, center horizontally and
loosely install using the spacer, TV screw and washer combination (a) or (b) you
selected for your TV.
CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injury or property damage! The TV Bracket
assembly MUST BE installed with the release cord R oriented on the bottom of the
TV as shown.
b Spacer, screw and washer
a Screw and washer
01
04
02
3
R
If your TV included
inset spacers or
wall mount
adapters,
use them
UNDER the
mount hardware.
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05
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4. Vertically center TV bracket 04 .
5. Visually line up the locator hole B in the lower TV bracket 02 , with a hole in the vertical TV bracket 04 and install using
two thumb screws 08 . Tighten the four thumb screws 08 on the upper 01 and lower 02 TV brackets.
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5
408
B
01
02
04
04 08
02

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TV Screws
02
01
6. Tighten the four TV screws (PAGE 8) on the upper 01 and lower 02 TV brackets.

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STEP 2 Attach Wall Plate to Wall
M6 x 35 mm
M8 x 35 mm
22 mm
M8 x 16 mm
M8 x 25 mm
2.5mm
M8 x 50 mm
5⁄16 in. x 2 ¾ in.
For concrete installations ONLY
5mm
UX10x60R
M6 x 20mm
M6 x 12mm
Parts and Hardware for STEP 2
Wall Plate
Template
Lag Bolt
Concrete
Anchors
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
NOTE: Not all hardware included will be used.
CAUTION: Do not use in drywall or wood.
09 x1
10 x1
11 x4
12 x4

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CAUTION: Avoid potential
personal injuries and property damage!
●Drywall covering the wall must not
exceed 5/8 in. (16 mm)
●Minimum wood stud size:
nominal 2 x 4 in. (51 x 102 mm)
actual 1½ x 3½ in. (38 x 89 mm)
●Minimum horizontal space between
fasteners: 16 in. (406 mm)
●Stud centers must be verified – not all
walls have conventional 16 in. (406 mm)
or 24 in. (610 mm) stud spacing
1. Locate a nail/screw in the stud
using a stud finder.
2. Find the edges of the stud using an
awl, a thin nail, or an edge to edge
stud finder.
3. Mark the center of the stud with
pencil.
1 2 3
Max. 5/8 in. (16 mm)
Min. 16 in. (406 mm) Min. 3 1/2 in. (89 mm)
Min. 1 1/2 in. (38 mm)
STEP 2A Wood Stud Option

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4. Place the wall plate template 09 at your desired height and position the slotted holes over your stud center lines. Level the wall plate
template 09 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 7/32 in. (5.5 mm) diameter drill bit.
IMPORTANT: Pilot holes must be drilled to a depth of 3 in. (75 mm).
0909
4 5
3 in. (75 mm)
7/32 in.
(5.5 mm)

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6. Remove the wall plate template 09 .
7. Slide the covers C open on the wall plate 10 to expose the mounting holes.
09
610 C
C
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8. Install the four lag bolts 11 . Firmly tighten all four lag bolts 11 until they are pulled flush against the wall plate 10 .
NOTE: Hold the wall plate 10 in place when tightening the first lag bolt 11 to keep the plate from shifting out of place.
CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injury or property damage! All four lag bolts 11 MUST BE firmly tightened to prevent unwanted
movement of the wall plate 10 . Ensure the wall plate is securely fastened to the wall before continuing on to the next step.
9. Slide the covers C closed on wall plate 10 .
Go to STEP 3 on PAGE 19.
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810
C
C
9
11

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CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injuries and property damage!
●Mount the wall plate 10 directly onto the concrete surface
●Minimum solid concrete thickness: 8 in. (203 mm)
●Minimum concrete block size: 8 x 8 x 16 in. (203 x 203 x 406 mm)
●Minimum horizontal space between fasteners: 24 in. (610 mm)
●For concrete applications, arm 13 (STEP 3) must remain centered in wall plate 10 . Keep this in mind when selecting the wall plate location.
1. Position the wall plate template 09 on the wall at your desired height. Level the wall plate template and mark the 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.
0909
002862.eps
1 2
3/8 in.
(10 mm)
3/8 in.
3 in. (75 mm)
Min.
24 in.
(610 mm)
STEP 2B Solid Concrete or Concrete Block Option

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3. Remove the wall plate template 09 and insert four anchors 12 .
CAUTION: Be sure the anchors 12 are seated flush with the concrete surface.
4. Slide the covers C open on the wall plate 10 to expose the mounting holes.
10
C
C
4
09
3
12

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5. Install the four lag bolts 11 . Firmly tighten all four lag bolts 11 until they are pulled flush against the wall plate 10 .
NOTE: Hold the wall plate 10 in place when tightening the first lag bolt 11 to keep the plate from shifting out of place.
CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injury or property damage! All four lag bolts 11 MUST BE firmly tightened to prevent unwanted
movement of the wall plate 10 . Ensure the wall plate is securely fastened to the wall before continuing on to the next step.
6. Slide the covers C closed on wall plate 10 .
10
510
C
C
6
11

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Part for STEP 3
STEP 3 Attach TV to Wall Plate
Arm Assembly
WARNING: Before starting assembly,
verify this part is undamaged. If damaged,
contact Customer Service. Never use damaged
parts!
13 x1

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3.1 Attach Arm Assembly to Wall Plate
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CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injury or property damage! The arm assembly 13 MUST BE installed with the lock lever L oriented
on the bottom as shown.
1. Slide the lock lever L to the unlock position.
Unlock
Lock
L
L
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