Sanus VMT5B1 Installation Manual

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SANUS

MAGNETIC STUD FINDER

Designed to ﬁnd your studs and make life easier– included in hardware kit.

TWO SIMPLE STEPS

Step 1

locates screws in drywall

to show exactly where

your studs are

helps ﬁnd the edges of

your stud within the wall

TO FINDING YOUR STUDS:

Holding it vertically, lightly move the SANUS Magnetic Stud Finder up and down while sliding across your wall. The magnet within will be attracted to the screws in the stud.

Once the magnet has landed on a screw,

place a pencil mark on the wall directly below the magnet.

You can verify this is a stud by moving the Magnetic Stud Finder up or down to ﬁnd a second or third screw within the wall.

magnet

probing pin

Step 2

level

attaches to your wall plate for hands free leveling

Pull apart the SANUS Magnetic Stud Finder to expose the probing pin within. Starting about

/2 inch away from the ﬁrst pencil mark insert the probing pin into the wall every it inserts completely into the wall. Once that happens, you know you've found one edge of your stud. Repeat this process till you have found the stud edges and center of the stud.

/8 inch until

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 (5in.) between your device and the magnet. Please consult with your physician or medical professional prior to using this product.

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If you have any questions along the way, just give us a call.

1-800-359-5520 (UK: 0800-056-2853) We’re ready to help!

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Si tiene preguntas mientras realiza la instalación, llámenos.

1-800-359-5520 (Reino Unido: 0800-056-2853) Estamos listos para ayudarlo.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS – SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – PLEASE READ ENTIRE MANUAL PRIOR TO USE

Before getting started, let’s make sure this mount is perfect for you!

Does your TV weigh

(including accessories)

more than 75 lbs. (34 kg)?

What is your wall made of?

CAUTION:

DO NOT install into drywall alone

Do you have all the tools needed?

Ready to begin?

75 lb

(34 kg)

Perfect! Perfect!

Tape

Measure

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).

Pencil Screwdriver

CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injuries and property damage!

● This product includes directions and hardware for use with wood stud, solid concrete and concrete block walls – DO NOT install into drywall alone. For information on how to use this product with steel stud walls contact Customer Service and ask about the steel stud mounting kit.

● The wall must be capable of supporting ﬁ ve times the weight of the TV and mount combined.

● Do not use this product for any purpose not explicitly speciﬁ ed by manufacturer.

● Manufacturer is not responsible for damage or injury caused by incorrect assembly or use.

No — Perfect! Yes — This mount is NOT compatible. Visit MountFinder.Sanus.com or call

1-800-359-5520 (UK: 0800-056-2853) to ﬁ nd a compatible mount.

Drywall with wood studs?

Electric Drill

(13 mm)

Socket

Wrench

1/2 in.

Solid concrete or concrete block?

7/32 in.

(5.5 mm)

Wood

Drill Bit

Wood Stud Install

Steel stud kit required [NOT INCLUDED]

Call Customer Service: 1-800-359-5520 (UK: 0800-056-2853)

Concrete Install

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Drywall with steel studs?

3/8 in.

(10 mm)

Concrete

Drill Bit

Hammer

OPTIONAL

Unsure?

1/2 in. (13 mm) Drywall

Single Stud Install

Drill Bit

STEP 1

Attach Brackets to TV

Parts and Hardware for STEP 1

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!

NOTE: Not all hardware included will be used.

TV Screws

Left TV

Bracket

Right TV

Bracket

M4x35 mm

M5x35 mm

M6x35 mm

M8x35 mm

M8x45 mm

TV Washers

x4 x4

08 09

Spacers

Spacer

22 mm

1.1 Select TV Screws

1.2 Spacers

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.

M4 M6 M8M5

CAUTION: Verify adequate thread engagement of the

screw/washer/spacer combination AND TV Bracket (STEP 1.3). Too short will not hold the TV and too long will damage the TV.

Spacers and screws are supplied to install your TV bracket. Determine your preference for spacer configuration when

attaching your TV bracket.

Mount the spacers TV bracket, for flat back panels (AND the TV closer to the wall).

TV Bracket

above the

Mount the spacers 09 under the TV bracket to create extra space needed for irregular shape TV backs or large cables.

Round Back CablesInset HolesFlat Back

TV Bracket

If your TV included inset spacers or wall mount adapters,

Too Short Correct Too Long

see Troubleshooting on PAGE 32.

1.3 Attach TV Brackets

Center the TV brackets

NOTE: The tilt tension knob

Install using the spacer, TV screw and washer combination you selected for your TV.

and 02 over your TV hole pattern as shown - making sure the brackets are level.

on TV brackets

and

should be oriented to the outside edges.

CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injuries and property damage! DO NOT use a

power screwdriver for this step. Tighten screws only until TV Bracket is secured in place. DO NOT overtighten M4 screws

IMPORTANT: For

ease of access, straps should be level with the bottom of the TV.

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Standard configurations are shown. For special applications, or if you are uncertain about your hardware selection, contact Customer Service at

1-800-359-5520

Spacer, screw and washer

030304040505060607

Spacer, screw and washer

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STEP 2 Attach Wall Plate to Wall

For wood stud (Double Stud) installations,

follow STEP 2A on PAGE 10

For wood stud (Single Stud) installations,

follow STEP 2B on PAGE 14

For concrete installations,

follow STEP 2C on PAGE 21

Parts and Hardware for STEP 2

WARNING: This product contains small items that could be a choking hazard if swallowed.

WARNING: This product contains a magnet. If an implanted medical device such as a pacemaker or implantable cardioverter deﬁ brillator

(ICD) is in use, magnetic ﬁ elds 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.

NOTE: Not all hardware included will be used.

Wall Plate

Template

Wall Plate

Sanus Magnetic Stud Finder *

Lag Bolt

5⁄16 in. x 2 3⁄4 in.

For concrete installations ONLY

CAUTION: Do not use in drywall or wood

Concrete Anchor

UX10 x 60R

STEP 2A

CAUTION: Avoid potential

personal injuries and property damage!

Wood Stud Option

(Double Stud Install)

Min. 1 1/2 in. (38 mm)

● 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 conventional 16 in. (406 mm) or 24 in. (610 mm) stud spacing

1. Locate a nail/screw in the studs using the Sanus magnetic stud

finder

2. Find the edges of the studs using the probe of the stud finder 13.

3. Mark the centers of the studs with a pencil.

provided.

Min. 16 in. (406 mm)

Max. 5/8 in. (16 mm)

1 2 3

Min. 3 1/2 in. (89 mm)

4. Place the wall plate template 11 at your desired height and position the slotted holes over your stud center lines. Level the wall plate template 11 and tape in place.

TIP: 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 7/32 in. (5.5 mm) diameter drill bit.

IMPORTANT: Pilot holes must be drilled to a depth of 3 in. (75 mm).

4 5

3 in. (75 mm)

7/32 in.

(5.5 mm)

1111

6. Remove the wall plate template

7. Slide the covers

open on the wall plate

to expose the mounting holes.

8. Install the wall plate 12 using four lag bolts 14. Firmly tighten all four lag bolts 14 until they are pulled flush against the wall plate

NOTE: Hold the wall plate 12 in place when tightening the first lag bolt 14 to keep the plate from shifting out of place.

CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injury or property damage! All four lag bolts

movement of the wall plate

9. Slide the covers

Go to STEP 3 on PAGE 24.

Ensure the wall plate is securely fastened to the wall before continuing on to the next step.

12.

closed on wall plate 12.

MUST BE firmly tightened to prevent unwanted

STEP 2B

Wood Stud Option

(Single Stud Install)

Single Stud Installation Kit #VMTMK1 (NOT INCLUDED)

1/4-20 SNAP Toggle BB

Contact Customer Service at 1-800-359-5520 to have the additional hardware shipped directly to you.

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)

● Stud center must be verified

● The middle two lag bolts MUST be installed into a wood stud – this product was not designed to be used in drywall alone

1. Locate a nail/screw in the stud using the Sanus magnetic stud finder

provided.

2. Find the edges of the stud using the probe of the stud finder 13.

1/4-20 x 1.75

1 2 3

3. Mark the center of the stud with a pencil.

1/4

.734 x .312 x .065 in.

Max.

5/8 in.

(16 mm)

Min.

1 1/2 in.

(38 mm)

Min. 3 1/2 in. (89 mm)

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