Sanus VMT5 User manual

VMT 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 75 lb (34 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?
?
Drywall with
wood studs
Solid concrete or
concrete block
1/2 in.
(13 mm)
7/32 in.
(5.5 mm)
Wood
3/8 in.
(10 mm)
Concrete
3/8 in.
(10 mm)
Drywall
75 lb
(34 kg)

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M4x30 mm M5x30 mm
M6x35 mm M8x35 mm
Spacer
STEP 1 Attach Bracket to TV
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
TV Screws
TV Washers

4Too 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
ab

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1-3 Attach TV Brackets
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.
Adjustment
Knob
Adjustment
Knob
02
01
aSpacer, screw and washer
bSpacer, screw and washer
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09
07
07
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03
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STEP 2 Attach Wall Plate to Wall
Parts and Hardware for STEP 2
For wood stud installations (Double Stud), follow STEP 2A on PAGE 7
For wood stud installations (Single Stud), follow STEP 2B on PAGE 12
For concrete installations, follow STEP 2C on PAGE 17
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!
5⁄16 x 3 ½ in.
Sanus Magnetic Stud Finder *
13 x4
10 x1
11 x1
12 x1
14 x4
Wall Plate *
Wall Plate
Template
*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.
Lag Bolt
Concrete Anchor

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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.) 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.)
STEP 2A Wood Stud Option (Double Stud Install)
Min. 38 mm
(1 1/2 in.)
Min. 89 mm
(3 1/2 in.)
Max. 16 mm
(5/8 in.)

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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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10

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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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≈ 13 mm
(1/2 in.)

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8. Slide the covers open on the wall plate 11 to expose the mounting holes.
9. Hang the wall plate 11 on the top lag bolts 13 .
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Cover
Cover
11

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10
Cover
Cover
11
10. Install the bottom two lag bolts 13 . Tighten all four lag bolts 13 only until they are pulled firmly against the wall plate 11 .
NOTE: Hold the wall plate 11 in place when tightening the first lag bolt 13 to keep the plate from shifting out of place.
CAUTION: Improper use could reduce the holding power of the lag bolt 13 . DO NOT over-tighten the lag bolts.
11. Slide the covers closed on wall plate 11 .
Go to STEP 3 on PAGE 21.
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11

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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.)
●Stud center must be verified
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 stud using the Sanus magnetic
stud finder 12 provided.
2. Find the edges of the stud using the probe
of the stud finder 12 .
3. Mark the center of the stud 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.
STEP 2B Wood Stud Option (Single Stud Install)
Max. 16 mm
(5/8 in.)
Min. 38 mm
(1 1/2 in.)
Min. 89 mm
(3 1/2 in.)
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5.5 mm (7/32 in.)
5.5 mm (7/32 in.)
10 mm (3/8 in.)
10 mm (3/8 in.)
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4. Place the wall plate template 10 at your desired height and position the middle 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 middle two pilot holes (into the stud) 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.).
Drill the outer top two pilot holes (into the drywall) using a 10 mm (3/8 in.) diameter drill bit.
IMPORTANT: Pilot holes must be drilled to a depth of 25 mm (1 in.).
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10
25 mm
(1 in.)
10 mm
(3/8 in.)
89 mm
(3 1/2 in.)
5.5 mm
(7/32 in.)

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≈ 13 mm
(1/2 in.)
6. Remove the wall plate template 10 and insert two anchors 14 into the outer top holes.
CAUTION: Be sure the anchors 14 are seated flush with the drywall surface.
7. Partially install the top two lag bolts 13 into the anchors 14 , leaving about 13 mm (1/2 in.) space from the wall.
NOTE: This space allows you to hang the wall plate 11 onto the top lag bolts 13 .
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Cover
Cover
11
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8. Slide the covers open on the wall plate 11 to expose the mounting holes.
9. Hang the wall plate 11 on the top lag bolts 13 .

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10. Install the middle two lag bolts 13 . Tighten all four lag bolts 13 only until they are pulled firmly against the wall plate 11 .
NOTE: Hold the wall plate 11 in place when tightening the first lag bolt 13 to keep the plate from shifting out of place.
CAUTION: Improper use could reduce the holding power of the lag bolt 13 . DO NOT over-tighten the lag bolts.
11. Slide the covers closed on wall plate 11 .
Go to STEP 3 on PAGE 21.
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Cover
Cover
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CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injuries and property damage!
●Mount the wall plate 11 directly onto the concrete surface
●Minimum solid concrete thickness: 203 mm (8 in.)
●Minimum concrete block size: 203 x 203 x 406 mm (8 x 8x 16 in.)
●Minimum horizontal space between fasteners: 406 mm (16 in.)
1. Position the wall plate template 10 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 10 mm (3/8 in.) diameter drill bit.
IMPORTANT: Pilot holes must be drilled to a depth of 101 mm (4 in.). Never drill into the mortar between blocks.
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10
STEP 2C Solid Concrete or Concrete Block Option
10 mm
(3/8 in.)
101 mm
(4 in.)
Min.
406 mm
(16 in.)

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3. Remove the wall plate template 10 and insert four anchors 14 .
CAUTION: Be sure the anchors 14 are seated flush with the concrete surface.
4. 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 hang the wall plate 11 onto the top lag bolts 13 .
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10
≈ 13 mm
(1/2 in.)

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5. Slide the covers open on the wall plate 11 to expose the mounting holes.
6. Hang the wall plate 11 on the top lag bolts 13 .
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Cover
Cover
11

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7. Install the bottom two lag bolts 13 . Tighten all four lag bolts 13 only until they are pulled firmly against the wall plate 11 .
NOTE: Hold the wall plate 11 in place when tightening the first lag bolt 13 to keep the wall plate from shifting out of place.
CAUTION: Improper use could reduce the holding power of the lag bolt 13 . DO NOT over-tighten the lag bolts.
8. Slide the covers closed on wall plate 11 .
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Cover
Cover
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