Sapling SAI Series User manual

The Sapling Company, Inc.
1633 Republic Road
Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006
USA
P. (+1) 215.322.6063
F. (+1) 215.322.8498
www.sapling-inc.com
Current as of May 2016
SAI Series Independent Quartz Clock
Installation Manual V2.2

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The Sapling Company, Inc.
1633 Republic Road
Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006
USA
P. (+1) 215.322.6063
F. (+1) 215.322.8498
www.sapling-inc.com
SAI Independent Quartz Clocks
Table of Contents
Table of Contents 2
Important Safety Instructions 3
Identify Your Clock 4
Wall Mount Installation - Round Metal Clock 5 - 7
- Round SlimLine Clock 8 - 11
- Round Aluminum/Wood Clock 12 - 15
- Square Clock 16 - 20
Flag Mount Installation - Round Metal Clock 21 - 26
- Round SlimLine/Aluminum Clock 27 - 32
- Square Clock 33 - 37
Double Mount Installation - Round Metal Clock 38 - 41
- Round SlimLine/Aluminum Clock 42 - 46
- Square Clock 47 - 52
Frequently Asked Questions 53
Troubleshooting 54
Warranty 54
Manuals may change without prior notice

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Important Safety Instructions
NOTICE
• Do not install the clock outdoors. Damage
to the clock if placed outdoors voids the
warranty.
• Do not hang objects from the clock or
clock mounting parts. The clocks are not
designed to support the weight of other
objects.
• The clock face and housing may be cleaned
with a damp cloth or disinfectant. Test
other cleaning products on a small part of
the clock housing before attempting to
use on the rest of the clock. Avoid bleach
and chemicals known to dissolve plastics.
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WARNING
PHYSICAL INJURY HAZARD
• If you are standing on an object while
installing your clock, make sure that the
object can support your weight, and will
not sway or move as you stand on it.
• Take precautions to avoid injury by
potential safety hazards near the point
of installation including (but not limited
to) heavy machinery, sharp objects, hot
surfaces, or exposed cables carrying an
electric current.
• Follow all mounting instructions exactly
as stated in this manual. Failure to do so
may result in the device falling off the
point of installation.
• Packaging materials and mounting items
include plastic bags and small pieces,
which pose a suffocation hazard to young
children.
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Identify Your Clock
A the part number of your clock is included with the clock’s order invoice.
If your part number begins with SAI-1, you own a METAL clock
If your part number begins with SAI-4, you own a SLIMLINE or SQUARE clock
If your part number begins with SAI-5 you own an ALUMINUM clock
If your part number begins with SAI-6 you own a WOOD clock
Example part numbers:
SAI-1BS-16R-1 (METAL clock)
SAI-4BS-12S-4 (SQUARE clock)
SAI-4BS-12R-4 (SLIMLINE clock)
SAI-5AS-09R-1 (ALUMINUM clock)
SAI-6DS-12R-2 (WOOD clock)

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Wall Mount Installation - Round Metal Clock
Included in Package
Included in Mounting Kit (A-MK-QS-1E)
Description
SAI round original
analog clock
Quantity
1
Picture
#6-32x1/2 screw
M4-0.5x10
#10x1.5 Self-tapping screw
Wall anchor
2 (not used)
2 (not used)
2
2
PLEASE NOTE: A user will also have to provide a Phillips-head screwdriver, a 1/4 inch drill, and one AA battery.
If any of the items listed in the wiring kit are missing, you may contact your dealer and order a
replacement kit.

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Wall Mount Installation - Round Metal Clock
3) Insert a #10 screw into each wall anchor.
1) Mark a point on the wall for each wall anchor.
For 12” Clocks, the top mark should be 2.75 inches
(7 cm) away from the ceiling.
For 16” Clocks, the top mark should be 5 inches
(12.7 cm) away from the ceiling.
Use a level to position the bottom mark 8.5 inches
(21.6 cm) below the top mark.
2) Use the 1/4 inch drill to drill holes at the locations
of the two marks, then Insert a wall anchor into
each hole.
4) Use the gray wheel on the movement to set
the hour and minute hands. Rotate the wheel
clockwise for an earlier time, or counterclockwise
for a later time.
17” Minimum
43.2 cm
8.5” (21.6 cm)
12” Clock - 2.75” (7 cm)
16” Clock - 5.0” (12.7 cm)

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Wall Mount Installation - Round Metal Clock
5) Insert the AA Battery into the battery slot on the
movement. The clock will start to function.
6) Use the keyholes in the clock case to hang the
clock on the wall screws.

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Wall Mount Installation - Round SlimLine Clock
Included in Package
Included in Wiring Kit (A-SLM-MK-S-1)
Included in Gang Box Kit (A-GB-MK-1)
Description
SAI round SlimLine
analog clock
Quantity
1
Picture
Mounting Piece
#6-19x7/16 screw
Strain Relief
1
2
1
#6-32x1 screw
#6-19x3/8 screw
2
1 (not used)
PLEASE NOTE: A user will also have to provide a Phillips-head screwdriver, a small flat-blade screwdriver, a single gang box, any equipment needed to install
the gang box, and one AA battery. You may also need a 1/4 inch drill if you decide not to attach the clock directly to the gang box.
If any of the items listed in the wiring kit are missing, you may contact your dealer and order a
replacement kit.
Included in Wiring Kit (A-WK-MTG-1)
#8x1.5 Self-tapping screw
Wall anchor
2
2

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3A) If you do not wish to attach the mounting piece
to a gang box, place the mounting piece on the
wall. Leave at least 4 inches between the middle of
the mounting piece and ceiling. Confirm that the
bottom of the mounting piece is level with the floor.
Wall Mount Installation - Round SlimLine Clock
1) If you are installing a new gang box in the wall,
leave at least 4 inches between the top of the gang
box and ceiling. Confirm that the bottom of the
gang box is level with the floor.
If you are using an existing gang box, the top of the
gang box must be a minimum of four inches away
from the ceiling.
3B) Use a pencil to mark the positions of the top
two holes, then use the 1/4 inch drill bit to drill
holes at the locations of the two marks.
2) If you do not wish to attach the mounting piece
to the gang box, proceed to step 3A. Otherwise, go
to step 4.
Ceiling
Minimum
4” Minimum

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3C
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Wall Mount Installation - Round SlimLine Clock
6) Insert the AA Battery into the battery slot on the
movement. The clock will start to function.
3C) Insert the wall anchors into the two holes,
then place the two self tapping screws through the
mounting piece and into the wall anchors. Skip step
4 and go directly to step 5.
4) Place the mounting piece on the wall above the
gang box so that the bottom centered hole on the
piece overlaps the top hole on the gang box. Insert
a #6-32x1 screw through the bottom centered hole
and into the top hole of the gang box.
5) Use the gray wheel on the movement to set
the hour and minute hands. Rotate the wheel
clockwise for an earlier time, or counterclockwise
for a later time.

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Wall Mount Installation - Round SlimLine Clock
7) Attach the clock to the mounting piece by sliding
the clock back onto it. You should hear a snapping
noise as the latch engages.
8) If you need to take the clock off the wall after
the installation has been completed, use a flat-blade
screwdriver or eyeglasses screwdriver to press down
on and release the mounting piece latch, then slide
the clock off the mounting piece.

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Wall Mount Installation - Round Aluminum or Wood Clock
Mounting Piece
Release lever
#6-19x7/16 screw
Strain Relief
1
1
2
1
Description
SAM round SlimLine analog clock
with aluminum/wood rim
Quantity
1
Picture
PLEASE NOTE: A user will also have to provide a Phillips-head screwdriver, a small flat-blade screwdriver, a drill with a 1/4 inch drill bit, a pencil, a single
gang box, any equipment needed to install the gang box, and any additional wiring needed to extend the power or ground cables.
If any of the items listed in the wiring kit are missing, you may contact your dealer and order a replacement kit.
Included in Package
Included in Mounting Kit (A-SLM-MK-AW)
Included in Gang Box Kit (A-GB-MK-1)
#6-32x1 screw
#6-19x3/8 screw
2
1 (not used)
Included in Wiring Kit (A-WK-MTG-1)
#8x1.5 Self-tapping screw
Wall anchor
2
2

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3A) If you do not wish to attach the mounting piece
to a gang box, place the mounting piece on the
wall. Leave at least 4 inches between the middle of
the mounting piece and ceiling. Confirm that the
bottom of the mounting piece is level with the floor.
Wall Mount Installation - Round SlimLine Clock
1) If you are installing a new gang box in the wall,
leave at least 4 inches between the top of the gang
box and ceiling. Confirm that the bottom of the
gang box is level with the floor.
If you are using an existing gang box, the top of the
gang box must be a minimum of four inches away
from the ceiling.
3B) Use a pencil to mark the positions of the top
two holes, then use the 1/4 inch drill bit to drill
holes at the locations of the two marks.
2) If you do not wish to attach the mounting piece
to the gang box, proceed to step 3A. Otherwise, go
to step 4.
Ceiling
Minimum
4” Minimum

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3C
6
4
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Wall Mount Installation - Round SlimLine Clock
6) Use the gray wheel on the movement to set
the hour and minute hands. Rotate the wheel
clockwise for an earlier time, or counterclockwise
for a later time.
3C) Insert the wall anchors into the two holes,
then place the two self tapping screws through the
mounting piece and into the wall anchors. Skip step
4 and go directly to step 5.
4) Place the mounting piece on the wall above the
gang box so that the bottom centered hole on the
piece overlaps the top hole on the gang box. Insert
a #6-32x1 screw through the bottom centered hole
and into the top hole of the gang box.
5) Temporarily attach the clock to the mounting
piece (see step 11), use the pencil to mark the
location of the hole at the top of the release lever,
and remove the clock again (see step 13). Remove
the mounting piece and make a hole at the location
you just marked with the 1/8 inch drill bit. When
finished, reattach the mounting piece.
7) Insert the AA Battery into the battery slot on the
movement. The clock will start to function.

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Wall Mount Installation - Round Aluminum or Wood Clock
10) If you need to take the clock off the wall after
the installation has been completed, remove the
screw from the release lever, press the release lever
down, then slide the clock off the mounting piece.
8) Attach the clock to the mounting piece by sliding
the clock back onto it. You should hear a snapping
noise as the latch engages.
9) Place one of the self-tapping screws through the
hole in the top of the release lever.
11) If you need to take the clock off the wall after
the installation has been completed AND you
accidentally broke off the release lever or forgot
to attach it during installation, take a thin flathead
screwdriver, thin ruler, or eyeglass screwdriver and
insert the end between the clock and the wall. Press
down on the latch until you are able to slide the
clock off the mounting piece.

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Description
SAI square analog clock
Mounting Piece (already attached to
clock housing)
Quantity
1
1
Picture
Wall Mount Installation - Square Clock
PLEASE NOTE: A user will also have to provide a Phillips-head screwdriver, a small flat-blade screwdriver, a single gang box, any equipment needed to install
the gang box, and any additional wiring needed to extend the power or ground cables.
If any of the items listed in the wiring kit are missing, you may contact your dealer and order a replacement kit.
Included in Package
Included in Gang Box Kit (A-GB-MK-1)
#6-32x1 screw
#6-19x3/8 screw
2
1
Included in Wiring Kit (A-WK-MTG-1)
#8x1.5 Self-tapping screw
Wall anchor
2
2

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1633 Republic Road
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USA
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Wall Mount Installation - Square Clock
1) If you are installing a new gang box in the wall,
leave at least 4 inches between the top of the gang
box and ceiling. Confirm that the bottom of the
gang box is level with the floor.
If you are using an existing gang box, the top of the
gang box must be a minimum of four inches away
from the ceiling.
Ceiling Minimum
3) Release the mounting piece from the back of
the housing by sliding it towards the center of the
housing, then pulling it back and away from the
housing.
4) If you do not wish to attach the mounting piece
to the gang box, proceed to step 5A. Otherwise, go
to step 6.
Mounting
piece
Housing
1
2
2) Detach the housing from the back of the clock.
Do this by inserting a flat-blade screwdriver about
1/8 inch into each of the slot holes until the housing
detaches. You may hear a snapping noise as the
latches disengage.

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5C 6
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Wall Mount Installation - Square Clock
5A) Place the mounting piece on the wall. Leave
at least 4 inches between the top of the mounting
piece and ceiling. Take care to make sure that the
bottom of the mounting piece is level with the floor.
5C) Insert the wall anchors into the holes, then
place the #8 screws through the mounting piece
and into the wall anchors. Skip step 6 and go
directly to step 7.
5B) Use a pencil to mark the two holes shown in
the diagram below. Then use the 1/4 inch drill bit to
drill holes at the marked positions.
6) Attach the mounting piece to the gang box
using both of the #6-32x1 screws and a Phillips-
head screwdriver.
4” Minimum

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Wall Mount Installation - Square Clock
9) Use the gray wheel on the movement to set
the hour and minute hands. Rotate the wheel
clockwise for an earlier time, or counterclockwise
for a later time.
10) Insert the AA Battery into the battery slot on
the movement. The clock will start to function.
7) Slide the clock housing onto the mounting piece.
If the housing does not slide on properly, tighten
the screws that attach the mounting piece to the
gang box or wall anchors.
8) If you wish to prevent the clock from sliding off
the mounting piece, use the small, silver 6-19x3/8
screw on the bottom centered hole. Once the screw
is in place, test it by attempting to slide the housing
up. The housing should not move.

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Wall Mount Installation - Square Clock - Locally Powered
11) Slide the clock back into the housing. You should
hear a snapping noise as the latches reengage.
12) If you feel the need to take the clock off the
wall after the installation has been completed, use
a flat-blade screwdriver to detach the housing from
the back of the clock, then use a Phillip’s-head
screwdriver to detach the mounting piece from the
housing and gang box.