TILTING
TV WALL MOUNT
For 32– 80" (81.3 – 203 cm ) TVs
Model FM9180-B
7/16 in.
(11 mm)
Electric
Tape
Socket
Measure
Pencil
Screwdriver
Drill
Wrench
8
1/ in.
(3 mm)
Wood
Stud Finder
Awl
Drill Bit
Hammer
STEP 1-1
Select TV Screw Diameterr
STEP 1-2
r
If your TV has a flat back, AND you want your TV closer
Hand thread screws into the threaded inserts
on the back of your TV to determine which
to the wall, use the shorter screws
M4, M6, or M8
screw diameter (
) to use.
Use the spacers and longer s crews
• Round/irregular back TVs
• TVs with inset mounting holes
M4
M6
M8
• Extra space needed for cables
A
Does your TV
weight more than 130 lbs. (59 kg) ?
No — Perfect!
Yes — This mount is NOT compatible.
WARNING:
capacity can result in serious personal
injury or damage to equipment! It is the
installer's responsibility to make sure the
weight of the TV (with accessories) does
not exceed 132 lbs (60 kg).
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!
3/8 in.
(10 mm)
NOTE: Not all parts and
Concrete
Drill Bit
hardware included will be used.
Select TV Screw Length
(
).
A
(
B) to accommodate:
adequate thread
engagement with t he screw
B
washer/spacer combination
AND TV bracket .
- Too short will not hold the TV.
- Too long will damage the TV .
FLAT BACK
ROUND BACK
INSET HOLES
CABLES
What is your wall made of?
(including accessories)
Drywall with
wood studs?
130 lbs.
(59 kg)
Perfect!
Exceeding the weight
Solid concrete or
concrete block?
level
Wall Plate
TV Bracket
TV Bracket
(Left)
(Right)
06
VELCRO TIE
x1
01
HDMI Cable
02
x1
Connection Plate Screws
M5 x 8mm
04
x1
05
x1
x4
03
STEP 1-3 Attach the TV Bracket
STEP 1-3 Attach TV Brackets
Standard configurations
are shown. For special
applications, or if you
Center the TV brackets
are uncertain about your
hardware selection,
NOTE: The
tilt tension knobs
you can see online:
Install using the screw/washer/spacer combination (a) or (b) you selected for your TV.
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CAUTION:
Avoid potential personal injuries and property damage! DO NOT use power tools for this step. Tighten the screws only
enough to secure the TV bracket to the TV. DO NOT overtighten the screws.
CAUTION:
Verify
IMPORTANT: Ensure TV bracket is securely fastened before moving on to the next step.
/
IMPORTANT:
After attaching the
brackets, adjust
Too Short
the straps so they
are level with the
bottom of the TV.
Correct
Too Long
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, please online video at www.forgingmount.com
CAUTION:
Avoid potential personal injuries and property damage!
●
This product is designed for use in wood stud/concrete walls DO NOT install into d rywall
●
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
TV Screws
Lag Bolts
M4 x 12mm
14
x4
1/4 in x 2 ¾ in.
x1
09
x4
Lag Bolt
W
ashers
M6 x 12mm
15
x4
07
x3
10
x4
[
M8 x 16mm
concrete anchor]
16
x4
11
x4
M8 x 25mm
08
x1
17
x4
and
over your TV hole pattern as shown - making sure the brackets are level.
04
05
on
TV brackets
04
and
05
should be oriented to the outside edges.
T
05
T
04
alone
Spacers
M4 x 35mm
18
x4
22mm
2.5mm
x4
M6 x 35mm
23
22
x4
19
x4
TV Washers
M8 x 35mm
20
x4
24
x4
25
x4
21
x4
M8 x 50mm
a
Flat Back
14
15 16 17
24
25
b
Round Back / Extra Space
20 21
18
19
22
23
24
25
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