Rocketfish TV Wall Mount

STEP 1 - Determine Wall-Mount Location

Note: For more detailed information on determining where to drill your holes, visit our online height-finder at: http://mf1.bestbuy.selectionassistant.com/index.php/heightfinder

Your TV should be high enough so your eyes are level with the middle of the screen. Normally, 40 to 60 inches from the ground.

The center of your TV will match the center of the wall plate (A). Before you drill holes in the wall:

1. Measure the distance from the bottom of your TV to the middle (half of the height of the TV). This is measurement 'a'.
2. Measure the distance from the floor to where you want the bottom of the TV to be placed on the wall. Keep in mind that the bottom of the TV should be placed above any furniture (such as entertainment centers or TV stands). The TV should also be above items placed on top of the furniture (like a Blu-ray player or cable box). This is measurement 'b'.
3. Add 'a' + 'b'. The total measurement is the height where you want the center of the TV bracket to be on the wall.
4. Use a pencil to mark this spot on the wall.

Diagram Description: A diagram illustrating the TV mounting location relative to furniture. It shows measurements 'a' (from TV bottom to center) and 'b' (from floor to TV bottom), indicating the total height calculation.

You'll need: Measuring tape, Pencil

STEP 2 - Option 1: Installing on a Wood Stud Wall

Note: Drywall covering the wall must not exceed 5/8" (16 mm).

1. Locate the stud. Verify the center of the stud with an edge-to-edge stud finder.
2. Align the wall plate template (D) at the height you determined in the previous step and make sure that it is level. Tape the wall plate template to the wall, then use a pencil to mark the lag bolt hole locations (4) on the stud centers. Remove the wall plate template.
3. Drill pilot holes to a depth of 3 in. (75 mm) using a 7/32 in. (5.5 mm) diameter drill bit.
4. Align the wall plate (A) with the pilot holes, insert the lag bolts (R) through the lag washers (Q) and the holes in the wall plate, then tighten the lag bolts only until they are firm against the wall plate.

CAUTION: Avoid potential injuries or property damage! DO NOT over-tighten the lag bolts (R).

Diagram Description: A visual guide showing the four steps for installing the wall mount on a wood stud. It includes notes on minimum wood stud size (Common 2 x 4 in. / 51 x 102 mm, Nominal 1.5 x 3.5 in. / 38 x 89 mm) and a minimum fastener distance of 16 in. (406 mm). The diagram also shows the pilot hole depth of 3 in. (75 mm).

You'll need: Lag bolt R (4), Level, Wall plate (A), Template (D), Edge-to-edge stud finder, Drill, Pencil, 7/32" wood drill bit, 1/2" socket wrench, Q (4), Tape

STEP 2 - Option 2: Installing on a Solid Concrete or Concrete Block Wall

CAUTION: To prevent property damage or personal injury, never drill into mortar between blocks. Mount wall plate directly onto the concrete surface.

1. Align the wall plate template (D) at the height you determined in the previous step and make sure that it is level. Tape the wall plate template to the wall, then use a pencil to mark the lag bolt hole locations (4). Remove the wall plate template.
2. Drill pilot holes to a depth of 3 in. (75 mm) using a 3/8 in. (10 mm) diameter masonry drill bit.
3. Insert the concrete wall anchors* into the pilot holes and use a hammer to make sure the anchors are flush with the concrete surface.
4. Align the wall plate (A) with the anchors, insert the lag bolts (R) through the lag washers (Q) and the holes in the wall plate, then tighten the lag bolts only until they are firm against the wall plate.

CAUTION: Avoid potential injuries or property damage! DO NOT over-tighten the lag bolts (R).

*Note: Concrete wall anchors are not included. Call Customer Service to have the Fischer UX10 x 60 concrete anchor kit (Kit# CMK1) shipped directly to you.

Diagram Description: A visual guide showing the four steps for installing the wall mount on a concrete wall. It includes notes on minimum solid concrete thickness (8 in / 203 mm) and minimum concrete block size (8 x 8 x 16 in. / 203 x 203 x 406 mm). It also indicates a minimum fastener distance of 16 in. (406 mm) and a pilot hole depth of 3 in. (75 mm).

You'll need: Lag bolt R (4), Level, Wall plate (A), Template (D), Hammer, Drill, 1/2" socket wrench, 3/8" masonry drill bit, Pencil, Q (4), Tape

STEP 3 - Determine Whether Your TV Has a Flat Back or an Irregular or Obstructed Back

1. Carefully place your TV screen face-down on a cushioned, clean surface to protect the screen from damages and scratches.
2. If your TV has a table-top stand attached, remove the stand. See the documentation that came with your TV for instructions.
3. Temporarily lay the TV brackets (B and C) on the back of your TV.
4. Align the screw holes in the TV bracket with the mounting screw holes on your TV.
5. Identify which type of back your TV may have:
   • Flat back: The bracket lays flush against the back of your TV and does not block any jacks. You do not need spacers when assembling the wall mount.
   • Obstructed back: The bracket blocks any of the jacks on the back of your TV. You will need spacers when assembling the wall mount.
   • Irregularly-shaped back: There is a gap between the bracket and some part of the back of your TV. You will need spacers when assembling the wall mount.
6. Remove the TV bracket.

Diagram Description: Illustrations showing the three types of TV backs (Flat, Obstructed, Irregularly-shaped) and how TV brackets and spacers are used in each case.

STEP 4 - Select Screws, Washers, and Spacers

1. Select the hardware for your TV (screws, washers, and spacers). A limited number of TVs come with mounting hardware included. (If there are screws that came with the TV, they are almost always in the holes on the back of the TV.) If you don't know the correct length of the mounting screws your TV requires, test various sizes by hand threading the screws.
• Screws: M4 x 12 mm (E), M4 x 35 mm (F), M5 x 12 mm (J), M5 x 35 mm (K), M6 x 12 mm (L), M6 x 35 mm (M), M8 x 16 mm (N), M8 x 20 mm (O), M8 x 35 mm (P).
• Washers: M4/M5 washers (G) or M6/M8 washers (H).
• Spacers: For an irregular or obstructed TV back, use the Universal spacers (I).

CAUTION: To avoid potential personal injuries and property damage, make sure that there are adequate threads to secure the brackets to your TV. If you encounter resistance, stop immediately and contact customer service. Use the shortest screw and spacer combination to accommodate your TV. Using hardware that is too long may damage your TV. However, using a screw that is too short may cause your TV to fall from the mount.

Diagram Description: Visuals showing a screw that fits correctly, a screw that is too long, and a screw that is too short.

2. Remove the screws.
3. For a flat back TV, go to "STEP 5 - Option 1: Attaching the mounting hardware to TVs with a flat back" on page 13.
4. -OR-
5. For an obstructed back, go to "STEP 5 - Option 2: Attaching the mounting hardware to TVs with irregular or obstructed backs" on page 14.

STEP 5 - Option 1: Attaching the Mounting Hardware to TVs with a Flat Back

1. Align the holes you noted on the TV brackets (B and C) with the screw holes on the back of your TV. The brackets are marked "R" for the right bracket and "L" for the left bracket. Make sure the brackets are level.
2. Place the washers (G or H) over the holes in the TV brackets that align with the screw holes on the back of your TV, then insert the screws (E, J, L, N, or O) through the washers.
3. Tighten the screws until they are snug against the TV bracket. Do not over tighten.

Diagram Description: Illustration showing the attachment of TV brackets (B and C) to the back of a TV using screws (E, J, L, N, or O) and washers (G or H) for a flat back TV.

You'll need: Screws (E, J, L, N, O), Washers (G or H), Phillips screwdriver, Level, (B and C) TV Brackets

STEP 5 - Option 2: Attaching the Mounting Hardware to TVs with Irregular or Obstructed Backs

1. Align the TV brackets (B and C) with the screw holes on the back of the TV.
2. Place spacers (I) behind the TV brackets and the washers (G or H) over the holes in the TV bracket, then insert the screws (F, K, M, or P) through the washers, TV bracket, and spacers. Make sure the brackets are level.
3. Tighten the screws until they are snug against the TV bracket. Do not over tighten.

Diagram Description: Illustration showing the attachment of TV brackets (B and C) to the back of a TV using spacers (I), screws (F, K, M, P), and washers (G or H) for TVs with irregular or obstructed backs.

You'll need: Screws (F, K, M, P), Washers (G or H), (I) Spacers, Phillips screwdriver, Level, (B and C) TV Brackets

STEP 6 - Attach Your TV to the Wall Mount

Holding the TV with the top of the screen tilted toward the wall, slide the upper notches of the right and left TV brackets (B and C) over the upper lip of the wall plate (A). Then, gently lower the TV until the lock engages the lower lip of the wall plate (A). You will hear a click when the TV locks into place.

Diagram Description: A visual representation of attaching the TV to the wall mount, showing the brackets hooking onto the wall plate and locking into place.

HEAVY! You will need assistance with this step. ⚠️

STEP 7 - Adjusting the Tilt Angle

1. Adjust the swivel tension by hand or by using a 3/16" hex key (not included), then adjust the tilt angle by gripping the top and bottom of the TV and manually moving the TV to the angle you want. When you are done adjusting the tilt tension, retighten the knob, but do not over-tighten. Tighten the swivel tension after the adjustments have been made.
2. Adjust the level by loosening and tightening the screws on the tops of the vertical brackets.

Diagram Description: Illustrations showing how to adjust the swivel tension and tilt angle of the mounted TV, and how to adjust the leveling screws on the vertical brackets.

You'll need: Phillips screwdriver, Level

Removing the TV from the Wall Mount

• Pull the latches down to unlock the TV from the wall mount, then pull the bottom of the TV out from the wall and lift it up and off the wall plate.

Diagram Description: Visuals demonstrating how to release the TV from the wall mount by pulling down the latches and lifting the TV away.

For customer service, call: 1-800-620-2790 (U.S. and Canada)

Product Information

Part #: 6907-002082 00

Website: www.rocketfishproducts.com

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