Sanus VMT5 User manual

VMT

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?

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Perfect!

Yes

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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!

What is your wall made of?

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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)

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

Mount the spacers 09

above the TV bracket,

so the TV bracket sits

close to the TV surface

for Flat Back Panels.

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.

Round Back CablesInset HolesFlat Back

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

aSpacer, screw and washer

bSpacer, screw and washer

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

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*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

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