Sanus VXT5 User manual

VXT 5 INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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Yes
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS – SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – PLEASE READ ENTIRE MANUAL PRIOR TO USE
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?
?
Drywall with
wood studs
Solid concrete or
concrete block
7/32 in.
(5.5 mm)
Wood
3/8 in.
(10 mm)
Concrete
1/2 in.
(13 mm)
180 lb
(81.6 kg)

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STEP 1 Attach Brackets to TV
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
01 x2
02 x1
TV Screws
Washer
10 x4 09 x4 11 x2
06 x4
M6x35 mm
M8x35 mm
M8x20 mmM8x16 mm
M6x16 mm M6x20 mm
Knob
Spacer
03 x4 05 x4 07 x4
04 x4 08 x4
Vertical
TV Bracket Horizontal
TV Bracket

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M6 M8
FLAT BACK ROUND BACK CABLESINSET HOLES
1-1 Select TV Screw Diameter 1-2 Select TV Screw Length
If your TV has a flat back AND you want your TV closer to
the wall, use the shorter screws (a).
Use the spacers and longer screws (b) to accommodate:
●Round/irregular back TVs
●TVs with inset mounting holes
●Extra space needed for cables
Hand thread screws into the threaded inserts
on the back of your TV to determine which
screw diameter (M6, or M8) to use.
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.
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Correct

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1-3 Attach Vertical TV Brackets
aFlat Back
01
Align the vertical TV brackets 01 over your TV hole pattern, and secure using your screw/washer (a) or spacer/screw/washer (b) selection.
CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injury or property damage! The hanging tabs must face downward as shown.
If your TV included
inset spacers or wall
mount adapters, see
Troubleshooting on
PAGES 20-21.
bRound Back / Extra Space
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07 08
10
03 04 05 06
Hanging
Tabs

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1-4 Attach Horizontal TV Bracket
1. Slide the sides of horizontal TV bracket 02 to align with the vertical TV brackets 01 .
2. Position horizontal TV bracket 02 onto the vertical TV brackets 01 by sliding the four bolts into the four hanging tabs.
NOTE: Horizontal TV bracket 02 does not stay in place until securing in STEP 3 on PAGE 7.
CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injury or property damage! Horizontal TV bracket 02 must be oriented as shown.
02
1 2
01 01
02
01 02
Hanging
Tab
Bolt

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3. Secure horizontal TV bracket 02 onto the vertical TV brackets 01 using the knobs 11 .
NOTE: Slide horizontal TV bracket 02 up or down to locate the mounting holes in the vertical TV brackets 01 .
CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injury or property damage! The knobs 11 must be installed to secure horizontal TV bracket 02 onto
the vertical TV brackets 01 .
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Wall Plate Template * Wall Plate
Lag Bolts Concrete Anchors
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15 x4
12 x1 13 x1 14 x1
x4
STEP 2 Attach Wall Plate to Wall
Parts and Hardware for STEP 2
For wood stud installations, follow STEP 2A on PAGE 9
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!
* Sanus Magnetic Stud Finder
*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 5 in. (13 cm) between your device and the magnet. Please consult with your physician or medical professional prior to using this product.
5/16 x 3 1/2 in.

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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: 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)
●Stud centers must be verified - not all walls
have a conventional 16 in. (406 mm) or
24 in. (610 mm) 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 14 provided.
2. Find the edges of the studs using the probe
of the stud finder 14 .
3. Mark the centers of the studs with pencil.
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Min. 16 in.
(406 mm)
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STEP 2A Wood Stud Option
Max. 5/8 in.
(16 mm)
Min. 3 1/2 in.
(89 mm)
Min. 1 1/2 in.
(38 mm)

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3½ in.
(89 mm)
7/32 in.
(5.5 mm)
4. Place the wall plate template 12 at your desired height and position the slotted holes over your stud center lines. Level the wall plate
template 12 and tape in place.
NOTE: For assistance in determining wall plate location, see Height Finder 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 ½ in. (89 mm).
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