Whalen TGXLGT46DW User manual

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READ AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Whalen Furniture Mfg., Inc. Page 1 Factory # 56-12089
Genesis Gaming TheaterTM 3-in-1 Mixed Media TV Stand
Model # TGXLGT46DW
ADULT ASSEMBLY REQUIRED
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TGXLGT46DW

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MANUFACTURER: Whalen Furniture
CATALOG: Genesis Gaming TheaterTM 3-in-1 Mixed Media TV Stand (TGXLGT46DW)
DATE OF MANUFACTURE: January 2012
MADE IN CHINA
1. Please read the Assembly Instructions prior to assembling this product.
2. Remove all hardware from box and sort by size.
3. Check to see that all hardware and parts are present BEFORE assembling.
4. Ask a friend to assist you with the assembly of this furniture.
5. To avoid damage, assemble the product on a sturdy, level and protective surface.
6. Please wait until all steps are completed before tightening bolts.
7. Make sure all bolts are tightly fastened before the unit is used.
FITS UP TO MOST 54” FLAT PANEL TVs
MAXIMUM LOAD 135 lb. (61.2 kg)
MAXIMUM LOAD 15 lb. (6.8 kg)
MAXIMUM LOAD 50 lb. (22.7 kg)
MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED WEIGHT LOADS
GENERAL INFORMATION, TIPS
and TRICKS
This product is sold with Tip Restraint Hardware kit. You must install the Tipping Restraint
Hardware between the wall and the TV stand to prevent any accidents or damages. When
properly installed, this restraint can provide protection against the unexpected tipping of the
unit due to small tremors, bumps or climbing. The restraint is only a deterrent and is not a
substitute for proper adult supervision. Use of tip-over restraints may only reduce, but not
eliminate, the risk of tip-over.
THIS UNIT IS NOT INTENDED FOR USE WITH CRT TVS. USE ONLY
WITH FLAT PANEL TVS AND AUDIO/VIDEO EQUIPMENT MEETING RECOMMENDED SIZE
AND WEIGHT LIMITS. NEVER USE WITH LARGER/HEAVIER THAN RECOMMENDED FLAT
PANEL TVS OR EQUIPMENT. TO AVOID INSTABILITY, PLACE FLAT PANEL TV IN CENTRE
OF UNIT; CRT TVS, IMPROPERLY POSITIONED FLAT PANEL TVS, OR FLAT PANEL TVS
OR OTHER EQUIPMENT THAT EXCEED RECOMMENDED SIZE AND WEIGHT LIMITS
COULD FALL OFF OR BREAK THE UNIT, CAUSING POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY.
FITS UP TO MOST 54” FLAT PANEL TVs
WITHOUT SWIVELING FLOATER
MAXIMUM LOAD 135 lb. (61.2 kg)
PLACE TV BEHIND STOPPER

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Parts and Hardware List
Please read completely through the instructions and verify that all parts listed are present
before beginning assembly.
A- Top Shelf Frame (1) B- Bottom Shelf Frame (1) C- Left Front Post (1)
D- Right Front Post (1) E- Spine (1) F- Wood Back Support (2)
G- Top Glass (1) H- Glass Shelf (2) I- Swiveling Floater Post (1)
J- Swiveling Bracket (1) K- XYZ Mounting Frame (1) L- Monitor Bracket (2)
M- SSS Spine (1) N- Sensor/Sound shelf (1) O- Gaming Guitar Clip (1) P- Cable Wheel (2)
(1) Suction Cup (14+1 extra) (2) 1/2” Bolt (8+1 extra) (3) 3/4” Bolt (17+1 extra)
LR
LL

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Parts and Hardware List
Please read completely through the instructions and verify that all parts listed are present
before beginning assembly.
(4) 1” Bolt (8+1 extra) (5) 1-1/4” Bolt (6+1 extra) (6) 2-1/4” Bolt (4+1 extra)
(7) Lock Washer (38+1 extra) (8) Flat Washer (38+1 extra) (9) Glass Clamp w/Bolt (4+1 extra)
(10) Concrete Anchor (11) 2-1/2” Lag Bolt (12) Lag Bolt Washer (13) Acrylic Stopper
(4) (4) (4+1 extra) (1)
M4 Allen Wrench 3/16” Allen Wrench Touch-up Pen Tipping Restraint Hardware Kit (1)
(2) (1) (1) (Inside Plastic Bag)
TV Mounting Kit
M4 x 12 Bolt (4) M4 x 30 Bolt (4) M5 x 12 Bolt (4) M5 x 30 Bolt (4)
M6 x 12 Bolt (4) M6 x 35 Bolt (4) M8 x 16 Bolt (4) M8 x 40 Bolt (4)
M4 Lock Washer (4) M5 Lock Washer (4) M6 Lock Washer (4) M8 Lock Washer (4)
Large Spacer (4) Small Spacer (4) M4/M5 Flat Washer (8) M6/M8 Flat Washer (4)
Tools required: Allen Wrench (provided) and Phillips Screwdriver (not provided).

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EUP
B
A
Assembly Instructions
Note: Please do not fully tighten all bolts until you finish assembling all parts. Once assembled,
go back and fully tighten all bolts. This will make it easier during assembly of unit.
1. Unpack the unit and confirm that you have all the hardware and required parts listed.
2. Locate Spine (E) and set back facing down on a scratch free surface as shown.
3. Align and attach Top and Bottom Shelf Frame (A and B) to the Spine (E). Make sure the flush
edges will face up after assembly.
Lock Washer
(4 used in this step)
⑦
Flat Washer
(4 used in this step)
⑧
1-1/4” Bolt
(4 used in this step)
⑤

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B
A
C
Assembly Instructions
4. Align and attach Left and Right Front Posts (C and D) to the front corners of Shelf Frames (A
and B). Make sure the gaps and offsets between the wooden front rail of Top Shelf Frame (A)
and the Posts are equal. Loosen the bolts on the end brackets and wooden front rail and
adjust if necessary.
Lock Washer
(8 used in this step)
⑦
Flat Washer
(8 used in this step)
⑧
1-1/4” Bolt
(2 used in this step)
⑤
3/4” Bolt
(6 used in this step)
③

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Assembly Instructions
5. Stand the unit upright.
6. Attach 2 Wood Back Supports (F) to the back rail of Metal Frames. Make sure all the threaded
inserts for Glass Clamps are level with each other.
Lock Washer
(8 used in this step)
⑦
Flat Washer
(8 used in this step)
⑧
1” Bolt
(8 used in this step)
④
UP
BACK
F
F
A/B
B
A

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Assembly Instructions
7. Attach 2 Cable Wheels (P) onto the backside of Spine (E). You can use the cable wheels to help
keep your entertainment center’s cables and cords organized.
8. Attach Gaming Guitar Clip (O) horizontally onto the backside of Spine (E). The Gaming Guitar
Clip can provide storage of gaming guitar controllers.
If you choose Table-top configuration,
continue to STEP 7.
If mounting TV with the Swinging Floater,
skip ahead to PAGE 12.
3/4” Bolt
(5 used in this step)
③
O
E
P
E3
E

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Assembly Instructions
9. Go back and tighten all bolts with the Allen Wrench provided.
10.Put the Suction Cups (1) firmly into the top holes of Top and Bottom Shelf Frames (A and B).
Attach the Glass Clamps (9) to the threaded inserts on both Front Posts (C and D) and Wood
Back Supports (F). Make sure you place the Glass Clamps in the same level so the shelf is not
tilted and set screw on each Glass Clamp is bottom.
Tip: If a suction cup resists insertion, try pressing down on the middle of the cup with the Allen
Wrench while twisting it clockwise into the hole.
11.Properly install the Top Glass (G) and Glass Shelves (H) with the black side of glass down.
Rotating clockwise the Set Screw underneath Glass Clamps to secure the Middle Glass Shelf in
place and to prevent falling easily and getting damage.
12.In case of uneven floor, Floor Levelers are provided at the bottom of both Front Posts (C and D).
Simply tilt the unit back and raise or lower floor leveler by hand to correct tilting.
Note: If glass is scratched you can minimize the damage by using a BLACK marker and filling in
scratched area from underneath.
Glass Clamp w/Bolt
(4 used in this step)
⑨
Suction Cup
(14 used in this step)
①
G
C/D
C/D/F 9
H
9
9
H
H
A

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Assembly Instructions
13.Remove the tape of Acrylic Stopper (13) and place it on the cut-out of the warning label on the
front of Top Glass (G). Make sure it is aligned before applying pressure.
14.Remove the warning label for Acrylic Stopper carefully.
NOTE: You must install the Acrylic TV Stopper to prevent TV from tipping when placing your
flat panel television directly on the table-top console.
13
13
G
Acrylic Stopper
(1 used in this step)
⑬

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Assembly Instructions
15.Position the assembled Table-top in your desired location against the wall. Now follow the
instructions printed on the plastic bag containing the Tipping Restraint Hardware to mount the
tipping restraint to one Wood Back Support (F) and the wall.
NOTE: YOU MUST USE THIS TIPPING RESTRAINT TO ATTACH THIS UNIT TO
THE WALL, TO PREVENT ACCIDENTS AND/OR INJURIES.
16.The Table-top is ready for use now. Be sure to position your TV in center of console.
NOTE: For Wall Mount, proceed to PAGE #22.
Tools required: Allen Wrench (provided), Phillips Screwdriver, Mallet, Power Drill, and 3/8” Drill Bit.

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17.Align and attach the Swiveling Floater Post (I) to the back of Spine (E). Make sure the sockets
for Cable Wheel facing backward.
Lock Washer
(4 used in this step)
⑦
Flat Washer
(4 used in this step)
⑧
Assembly Instructions for
Floating Swivel Mount
2-1/4” Bolt
(4 used in this step)
⑥
EI
B
A

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Assembly Instructions
18.Align and attach the Swiveling Bracket (J) to the top of Swiveling Floater Post (I) making sure
the pivoting bolt head is up. Tighten the bolts with enclosed M4 Allen Wrench.
Lock Washer
(6 used in this step)
⑦
Flat Washer
(6 used in this step)
⑧
3/4” Bolt
(6 used in this step)
③
I

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Assembly Instructions
19.The Sensor/Sound Shelf (N) provides two options: position gaming accessories above TV or
sound bar below TV. Choose the option you prefer, slide SSS Spine (M) onto the XYZ
Mounting Frame (K) properly. Adjust the height of SSS Spine and attach in place. Make sure
the Sensor/Sound Shelf (N) will not hit your TV.
Lock Washer
(4 used in this step)
⑦
Flat Washer
(4 used in this step)
⑧
1/2” Bolt
(4 used in this step)
②

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Assembly Instructions
20.Hold and attach the flat side of XYZ Mounting Frame (K) onto the Swiveling Bracket (J). Make
sure the recess holes on the XYZ Mounting Frame are at the bottom. Securely tighten with
enclosed Allen Wrench.
Lock Washer
(4 used in this step)
⑦
Flat Washer
(4 used in this step)
⑧
1/2” Bolt
(4 used in this step)
②
K
I
J
7
8
7
8
7
8

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Assembly Instructions
21.Pick up Sensor/Sound Shelf (N) and securely fit the back tabs into the small slots of SSS
Spine (M). Tighten both lock bolts pre-attached on the SSS Spine with a Phillips Screwdriver
until they hit the back tabs of Sensor/Sound Shelf.

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Mounting Monitor Brackets to a television with a flat back
Note: For televisions with a curved back or recessed back proceed directly to step #24.
22.Determine the correct diameter of the bolt your TV requires by hand threading them into the
threaded insert on the back of the TV. If you encounter any resistance, stop immediately. If
you are unable to find the correct bolt consult a local hardware store.
23.Follow the appropriate diagram below to attach Monitor Brackets (LL/LR) to the back of your
TV with selected fasteners. Make sure the Monitor Brackets are centered and level with each
other. Secure the bolts with a Phillips Screwdriver. DO NOT over tighten the bolts.
Note: Lean the TV up against a wall or other solid surface when attaching with the Monitor
Brackets. DO NOT place the TV face down on the glass this may cause permanent damage.

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Mounting Monitor Brackets to a television with a curved / recess back
24.Determine the correct diameter of the bolt your TV requires by hand threading them into the
threaded insert on the back of the TV. If you encounter any resistance, stop immediately. If
you are unable to find the correct bolt consult a local hardware store.
25.Follow the appropriate diagram below to attach Monitor Brackets (LL/LR) to the back of your
TV with selected fasteners. Make sure the Monitor Brackets are vertically centered and level
with each other. Secure the bolts with a Phillips Screwdriver. DO NOT over tighten the bolts.

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Assembly Instructions for Floating Swivel Mount
MAKE SURE ALL BOLTS ARE TIGHT AND SPINE IS AT A 90 DEGREE ANGLE AND USING
A QUALITY LEVEL TO VERIFY THE MOUNTING FRAME IS LEVEL PRIOR TO
INSTALLATION OF TV.
26.Once the Monitor Brackets (LL/LR) are attached onto the back of television, ask for assistance
to lift the television up to attach the Monitor Brackets onto the XYZ Mounting Frame (K). Set
the hooks on Monitor Brackets over the Mounting Frame then lower them onto the bars of
Mounting Frame. Loosen the Lock Bolt pre-attached on the Monitor Brackets to ensure an
easy fit at the bottom hooks. Proceed to center the television.
27.Once the television is in place, tighten both Lock bolts with a long Phillips Screwdriver until
they hit underside of XYZ Mounting Frame (K) to ensure your TV is safe and secure.
DL/DR

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Assembly Instructions for Floating Swivel Mount
28.The Monitor Brackets (LL/LR) can tilt up to 11˚ downward and 5˚upward, depending on your
optimum viewing position. Have your assistant hold the TV steady before you start to adjust
the tilt. Simply reach behind the TV and turn the both Tilt Adjustment Knobs with enclosed
3/16” Allen Wrench to adjust your TV to provide optimum viewing and minimize glare.