SANUS ELITE BLT3-B1 Tilting Wall TV Mounts Instruction Manual

: August 7, 2024
: SANUS ELITE

Table of Contents

SANUS ELITE BLT3-B1 Tilting Wall TV Mounts
Product Usage Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Wall Construction
Tools Needed
Dimensions in. [mm]
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
STEP 1 ATTACH TV BRACKET TO TV
STEP 2 ATTACH WALL PLATE TO WALL
STEP 3 ATTACH TV TO WALL PLATE
MANAGE CABLES
ADJUSTMENTS
References
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
Download This Manual (PDF format)

SANUS ELITE BLT3-B1 Tilting Wall TV Mounts

Specifications :

TV Weight Lim it: 150 lbs. (68.0 kg)
TV Interface Dimensions:
- Minimum: 5.9in (150mm) x 3.9in (100mm)
- Maximum: 23.6in (600mm) x 15.7in (400mm)
Wall Plate Dimensions:
- Width: 24.0in (610mm) x 16.0in (406mm)
- Height: 28.7in (730mm)
Fully Assembled Mount Dimensions:
- Width: 31.3in (796mm)
- Height: 15.1in (383mm)

Product Usage Instructions

Before You Begin :

Remove the stand from your TV if attached.
Install any accessories that require TV removal before assembly.
Protect the face of your TV when laying it down for installation on a soft, clean surface.

Step 1: Attach TV Bracket to TV

Parts and Hardware for Step 1:
WARNING: This product contains small items that could be a choking hazard if swallowed. Verify all parts are included and undamaged before starting assembly.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

Q: What is the weight limit for the TV on this mount?
A: The weight limit for the TV on this mount is 150 lbs. (68.0 kg).
Q: What type of walls is this product suitable for installation on?
A: This product is designed to be installed into wood stud, solid concrete or concrete block, or steel stud walls. Drywall alone is not suitable for installation as it will not hold the weight of the TV.

GET IT RIGHT THE FIRST TIME
Follow this step-by-step instruction manual to speed up your installation.

BLT3-B1
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

PLEASE READ ENTIRE MANUAL PRIOR TO USE – SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Please read through these instructions completely to be sure you’re comfortable with this easy install process.
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.

CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injuries and property damage!

This product is designed ONLY to be installed into wood stud, solid concrete or concrete block or steel stud walls.— DO NOT INSTALL INTO DRYWALL ALONE — DRYWALL ALONE WILL NOT HOLD THE WEIGHT OF YOUR TV.
This product is designed for INDOOR USE ONLY.
The wall must be capable of supporting five times the weight of the TV and mount combined.
Do not use this product for any purpose not explicitly specified by manufacturer.
Manufacturer is not responsible for damage or injury caused by incorrect assembly or use.

TV Weight Limit (including accessories)

DO NOT EXCEED
If your TV, plus accessories, weighs MORE than indicated, this mount is NOT compatible.
Visit SANUS.com or call customer service to find a compatible mount.

Wall Construction

ONLY install on these acceptable wall types.
Unsure
Call Customer Service

CAUTION:

DO NOT install in drywall alone
Drywall alone will NOT hold the weight of your TV.

Tools Needed

Dimensions in. [mm]

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Remove the stand from your TV — if attached.
Install any accessories you may have purchased, if they require TV removal prior to assembly. The TV is removable for future accessory purchases.
Protect the face of your TV when laying it down for installation.

STEP 1 ATTACH TV BRACKET 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
(qty. 4 each) [Only one size fits your TV]

CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injury or property damage!
The TV brackets contain potential pinch points during operation. Keep fingers away from pinch points when retracting the TV. (arrows)

Select TV Screw Diameter

Only one screw size fits your TV.
NOTE : If your TV included inset spacers or adapters, use them UNDER the mount hardware.

Select TV Screw Length / Spacers

NO SPACER
- Flat Back TV [TV brackets lay flat on your TV]
SPACER NEEDED
- Flat Back TV with Extra Space Needed [for deep inset holes or cable interference]
- Rounded or Irregular Back TV [TV brackets NOT resting flat on your TV]
Use long TV screws 01 and spacers 03 to create extra space between the TV and TV bracket.
CAUTION : Verify adequate thread engagement with your screw 01 , washer 02 , spacer 03 combination AND TV
bracket 04 / 05 .
- Too short will not hold your TV.
- Too long will damage your TV.

Attach TV Bracket Assembly to TV

POSITION
- TIP:
- The tilt tension knob T on TV brackets 04 / 05 should be oriented to the outside edges.
- CAUTION: Arrow points to the top of your TV. Parts and Hardware for STEP 2
  CAUTION: Make sure brackets 04 / 05 are parallel with one another
SECURELY TIGHTEN

STEP 2 ATTACH WALL PLATE TO WALL

Parts and Hardware for STEP 2
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.

STEP 2A
Wood Stud Installation

CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injury or property damage!
- Drywall covering the wall must not exceed 5/8 in. (1.5 cm)
- Minimum wood stud size: nominal 2 x 4 in. (5.1 x 10.2 cm) actual 1 ½ x 3 ½ in. (3.8 x 8.9 cm)
- Minimum horizontal space between fasteners:16 in. (40.6 cm)
- Stud centers must be verified
POSITION TEMPLATE
- TIP:To calculate your precise wall plate location, check out our HeightFinder at sanus.com [www.sanus.com/1172].
DRILL
CAUTION:
Be sure you drill into the CENTER of the stud.
REMOVE TEMPLATE
SECURELY TIGHTEN
- CAUTION : Avoid potential personal injury or property damage!
- Do not over-tighten the lag bolts 08 . Tighten the lag bolts only until they are pulled firmly against the wall plate 07 .

STEP 2B Solid Concrete or Concrete Block Installation

CAUTION : Avoid potential personal injury or property damage!

Mount the wall plate 07 directly onto the concrete surface
Minimum solid concrete thickness: 8 in. (20.3 cm)
Minimum concrete block size: 8 x 8 x 16 in. (20.3 x 20.3 x 40.6 cm)
Minimum horizontal space between fasteners: 16 in. (40.6 cm)
For concrete applications, TV brackets 04 / 05 must remain centered in wall plate 07 . Keep this in mind when selecting the wall plate location

POSITION TEMPLATE
- TIP:
  To calculate your precise wall plate location, check out our HeightFinder at sanus.com [www.sanus.com/1172].
DRILL
CAUTION:
NevNeer dryer drill instill into the moro the mortar better between blocks .
REMOVE TEMPLATE
INSERT ANCHORS
CAUTION:
Be sure the anchors 09 are seated flush with the concrete surface.
SECURELY TIGHTEN
- CAUTION : Avoid potential personal injury or property damage!
  Do not over-tighten the lag bolts 08 . Tighten the lag bolts only until they are pulled firmly against the wall plate

STEP 2C Steel Stud Installation

CAUTION : Avoid potential personal injury or property damage!
Studs must be at least 2×4 / 25 ga.
If back side of wall is unfinished, drywall must be installed to a minimum of one stud left and right of the stud(s) being used to install the mount
Drywall must be a minimum of 1/2 in. (13 mm) thick on each side of the studs, and a minimum clearance of 1 ⅞ in. (48 mm) behind the wall is required
This product must be centered on the studs
Stud type and structural strength must conform to the North American Specification for the Design of Cold-Formed Steel Structural Members [362 S 125 18, C-Shape, S – Stud Section]
Drywall must be secured to studs with screws 12 in. (304.8 mm) on center
Steel Stud Installation Kit SSMK1 (NOT INCLUDED)
Contact Customer Service to inquire about the additional hardware.
POSITION TEMPLATE
TIP :
To calculate your precise wall plate location, check out our Height
Finder at sanus.com [www.san.us/1172].
DRILL
- CAUTION: Be sure you drill into the CENTER of the stud
INSTALL ANCHORS
CAUTION : B e sure cap P is seated against the drywall surface
SECURELY TIGHTEN
- CAUTION : Avoid potential personal injury or property damage!
- Do not over-tighten the lag bolts S2 . Tighten the lag bolts only until they are pulled firmly against the wall plate 07 .

STEP 3 ATTACH TV TO WALL PLATE

HEAVY! You may need assistance with this step.

EXTEND
- CAUTION : Avoid potential personal injury or property damage!
- The TV brackets contain potential pinch points during operation. Keep fingers away from pinch points when retracting the TV. (see arrows)`
HANG
- CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injury or property damage!
- For CONCRETE APPLICATIONS: TV brackets 04 / 05 MUST remain centered in wall plate 07 .
- NOTE : For WOOD STUD APPLICATIONS, TV brackets 04 / 05 can be slid anywhere along wall plate 07 for optimal positioning of your TV.
ATTACH
CAUTION : Avoid potential personal injury or property damage!
Always make sure TV brackets 04 / 05 are in the locked position so the TV is securely fastened to the wall plate 07 .
CLOSE TOP COVER

MANAGE CABLES

TIP: Extend the TV outward AND tilt the TV up or down to gain better access to the back of the TV.

ADJUSTMENTS

LEVEL
To level your TV, turn the level adjustment screw S on the top of either TV bracket 04 / 05 to raise or lower that respective side of the TV.
HEIGHT
Adjust the height by turning the level adjustment screw S on the top of both TV brackets 04 / 05 .
SIDE-TO-SIDE SHIFT
CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injury or property damage!
- For Concrete Applications, TV brackets 04 / 05 must be centered between the marks on the wall plate rail 07 .
- For Wood Stud Installations ONLY: Slide the TV left or right along the wall plate 07 to reposition.
TILT
- Your TV should adjust easily when moved, then stay in place.
- Adjust the tilt tension knob T if your TV naturally tilts up or down.
- NOTE : If you do not intend to adjust the tilt for different viewing locations, you can tighten the tilt tension knobs T to prevent unwanted movement.
RETRACT
- CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injury or property damage!
- The TV brackets contain potential pinch points during operation. Keep fingers away from pinch points when retracting the TV. (see arrows)
REMOVING THE TV
1. Disconnect all cables.
2. To unlock the TV from the wall plate: Lift the release latch R on both brackets.
3. Lift the TV up and off of wall plate 07 .
  NOTE : To rehang the TV, follow the procedures in STEP 3 on PAGE 9.

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