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RF-TVMFM03V2
TV Wall Mount

Safety information and specifications .................................2
Tools needed.................................................................................3
Package contents: parts ............................................................4
Package contents: hardware ...................................................5
Assembly instructions................................................................6

For wood-stud
installation only

Assembly Guide
Before using your new product, please read these instructions to prevent any damage.

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Safety information and specifications
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Maximum TV weight: 130 lbs. (58.9 kg)
CAUTION: Do not use this product for
Screen size: 40" to 60" diagonal
any purpose not explicitly specified by
Overall dimensions (H × W × D):
Rocketfish.
19.5 × 29.5 × 3 in. (50 × 75 × 7.6 cm)
Improper installation may cause
property damage or personal injury. If
Wall-mount weight: 17 lbs. (7.7 kg)
you do not understand these directions, or have doubts
We’re here for you
about the safety of the installation, contact Customer
www.rocketfishproducts.com
Service or call a qualified contractor. Rocketfish is not
responsible for damage or injury caused by incorrect
For customer service, call:
installation or use.
1-800-620-2790 (U.S. and Canada) or
The weight of your TV must not exceed 130 lbs. (58.9 kg).
01-800-926-3010 (Mexico)
The wall must be capable of supporting five times the
weight of your TV and wall mount combined.
This product contains small items that could be a choking
hazard if swallowed. Keep these items away from young children!

19.5" (50 cm)

29.5" (75 cm)

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Tools needed
You will need the following tools to assemble your new TV wall mount:

Edge-to-edge
stud finder

Phillips screwdriver

Measuring tape

Pencil

Level

Socket wrench with
1/2" (13 mm) socket or
adjustable wrench

Drill

7/32" (5.5 mm) wood
drill bit for wood stud
wall

Tape

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Parts

Package contents: parts
Make sure that you have all the parts necessary to assemble your new TV wall mount:
A Right vertical TV
bracket (1)

B Left vertical TV
bracket (1)

C Horizontal TV bracket (2)

D Arm assembly (1)

E Wall plate (1)

F Template (1)
G Cable cover (1)

Hardware

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Package contents: hardware
Make sure that you have all the hardware necessary to assemble your new TV wall mount:

TV Hardware Bag
Label
H
I

Hardware
M4 × 12 mm
screw
M4 × 35 mm
screw

Qty.

Label

Hardware

Qty.

4
S
M8 × 35 mm screw

4

J

M4/M5 washer

4

K

M6/M8 washers

4

4

T

Lag bolt washer

U

4

4
5/16" × 2 3/4" lag bolt

L

Universal spacers

4

M

M5 × 12 mm
screw

4

N
O
P

Q

M5 × 35 mm
screw
M6 × 12 mm
screw
M6 × 35 mm
screw
M8 × 16 mm
screw

4

V

8-32 x 9/16"
Phillips head
screw

4

W

8-32 x 3/8"
Phillips head screw

1

X

5

4
Y

5/32" hex key

1

4
Z
4
Zz

R

Cable ties (8"/20.5 cm nylon)

3/16" hex key
Cap screw

1

2

4
M8 × 20 mm screw

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Assembly instructions
Step 1 Determine whether your TV has a flat back or an irregular or obstructed
back
1
2
3
4
5
6

Carefully place your TV screen face-down on a cushioned, clean surface to protect the screen from damages
and scratches.
If your TV has a table-top stand attached, remove the stand. See the documentation that came with your TV
for instructions.
Temporarily lay the vertical mounting TV brackets (A and B) on the back of your TV.
Temporarily slide the horizontal brackets (C) through the vertical brackets (A and B).
Align the screw holes in the brackets with the mounting screw holes on your TV.
Position the brackets so they do not extend above or below your TV and do not cover any connectors or
jacks. Make note of which bracket screw holes you will use.
• If the brackets lay flush against the back of your TV and do not block any jacks, your TV has a flat back
and you do not need spacers.
• If a bracket blocks any jacks, your TV has an obstructed back. In that case, you need spacers.
• If there is a gap between a bracket and some part of the back of your TV, your TV has an
irregularly-shaped back. In that case, you need spacers.

Flat back (no spacers needed)

Obstructed back (spacers needed)

Irregular back (spacers needed)

7

6

Remove the brackets, then separate the horizontal brackets from the vertical brackets.

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Step 2 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 and diameter of the mounting screws your TV
requires, test various sizes by hand threading the screws.
Select one of the following types of screws:
M4 × 12 mm screws (H)

M6 × 12 mm screws (O)

M4 × 35 mm screws (I)

M6 × 35 mm screws (P)

M5 × 12 mm screws (M)

M8 × 16 mm screws (Q)

M5 × 35 mm screws (N)

M8 × 20 mm screws (R)
M8 × 35 mm screws (S)

Select one of the following types of washers:
M4/M5 washers (J)

M6/M8 washers (K)

For an irregular or obstructed TV back, use the following spacers:
Universal spacers (L)

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.
Screw fits
correctly

Screw is
too long

2
3

Screw is
too short

Remove the screws.
For a flat back TV, go to “Step 3 - Option 1: Attaching the mounting hardware to TVs with a flat back” on
page 8.
-ORFor an irregular or obstructed back, go to “Step 3 - Option 2: Attaching the hardware to TVs with an irregular
or obstructed back” on page 9.

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Step 3 - Option 1: Attaching the mounting hardware to TVs with a flat back
1
2
3

Center the brackets vertically on the back of your TV, then align the holes you noted on the right vertical TV
bracket (A) and left vertical TV bracket (B) 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.
Place the M4/M5 washers (J) or M6/M8 washers (K) over the holes in the TV brackets that align with the
screw holes on the back of your TV, then insert the M4 screws (H), M5 screw (M), M6 screws (O), or M8 screws
(Q or R) through the washers. Make sure that the brackets are level.
Tighten the screws until they are snug against the TV bracket. Do not over tighten.

You’ll need
Screws

Washers
OR

H (4)

OR
M (4)

Phillips screwdriver

8

OR

OR
O (4)

Q (4)

Level

OR

R (4)

J (4)

K (4)

Vertical brackets
(A and B)

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Step 3 - Option 2: Attaching the hardware to TVs with an irregular or obstructed
back
1
2
3
4

Place the spacers (L) into the screw holes on the back of your TV.
Align the holes you noted on the right vertical TV bracket (A) and left vertical TV bracket (B) with the spacers
and washers on the back of your TV. The brackets are marked “R” for the right bracket and “L” for the left
bracket.
Place the M4/M5 washers (J) or M6/M8 washers (K) over the holes in the TV brackets that align with the
screw holes on the back of your TV, then insert the M4 screws (I), M5 screws (N), M6 screws (P), or M8 screws
(S) through the washers. Make sure that the brackets are level.
Tighten the screws until they are snug against the TV bracket. Do not over tighten.

You’ll need
Washers

Screws

OR
OR
I (4)

OR
N (4)

OR
S (4)

K (4)

J (4)
P (4)

Phillips screwdriver

Spacers

Level
Vertical brackets
(A and B)

L (4)

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Step 4 Install the horizontal TV brackets
1
2

Slide the horizontal brackets (C) through the metal guides on the vertical TV brackets until they are centered.
Secure the horizontal TV brackets to the vertical TV brackets using the 8-32 x 9/16" Phillips head screws (V).
Tighten the screws until they are snug, but do not over tighten.
Note: Make sure that the brackets are not covering any jacks or connectors.

You’ll need
V (4)

Phillips screwdriver
Horizontal brackets (C)

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Step 5 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 (E). 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 measurement is b.
3 Add a + b. The total measurement is the height where you want the center of the arm assembly to be on the
wall.
4 Use a pencil to mark this spot on the wall.

a

b

You’ll need

Measuring tape

Pencil

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Step 6 Install the wall plate to a wood stud wall
Note: Drywall covering the wall must not exceed 5/8" (16 mm).

1
2

Locate the studs. Verify the centers of the studs with an edge-to-edge stud finder and mark the centers.
Vertically center the wall plate template (F) at the wall height you determined in the previous step, then
align the wall plate template (F) against the wall and make sure that it is level. Tape the wall plate template
(F) to the wall, then use a pencil to mark the lag bolt hole locations (4) on the stud centers. Remove the wall
plate template (F).
Note: Your TV shifts left or right 7" (17.8 cm) from the home position to full extension.

3
4

Drill pilot holes to a depth of 3" using a 7/32" diameter drill bit.
Align the wall plate (E) with the pilot holes, then place the lag bolt washers (T) over the holes in the wall
plate (E). Insert the lag bolts (U) through the washers, then tighten the lag bolts with the socket wrench only
until the washers (T) are firm against the wall plate.
CAUTION: Avoid potential injuries or property damage! DO NOT over-tighten the lag bolts (U).
Wall

Home
position

Center pencil mark made in
Step 5.
9.7 in. (24.7 cm)
Full
extension

7 in. (17.8 cm)

Note: Minimum wood stud
size: Common 2 x 4 in.
(51 x 102 mm).
Nominal 1.5 x 3.5 in.
(38 x 89 mm)

16"
40.6 cm

You’ll need
Top
Dessus
Parte superior

RF-TVMFM03V2 Template • Gabarit • Plantilla

T (4)

V2 13-0191

Stud finder

Pencil
Drill

12

Template (F)

Need help deciding how high to mount your TV? Scan this QR code.
Besoin d'aide pour déterminer la hauteur de montage du téléviseur? Numériser ce code QR.
¿Necesita ayuda para determinar la altura de montaje de su televisor? Escanee este código QR.

Level

U (4)

Top
Dessus
Parte superior
Note: For wood frame installations, use a stud
finder to locate wood studs first.
Remarque : Pour une construction à ossature
de bois, localiser d'abord les montants en bois,
à l'aide d'un détecteur de montants.
Nota: para la instalación en construcciones de
armazón de madera, primero debe localizar las
vigas de madera con un localizador de vigas.

Tools Needed
Outils nécessaires
Herramientas requeridas

7/32" wood drill bit

Wall plate (E)

1/2" socket
wrench

Tape

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Step 7 Attach the arm assembly
1
2
3

Hang the upper lip of the arm assembly (D) over the top edge on the wall plate (E), then lower the bottom lip
of the arm assembly into the bottom edge on the wall plate.
Slide the arm assembly left or right on the wall plate to the location where you want the TV to be mounted.
Secure the arm assembly (D) with the two cap screws (Zz) using the 5/32" hex key (Y). Do not overtighten
the screws.

You’ll need
Zz (2)

Y (1)

D (1)

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Step 8 Leveling the arm assembly
1
2
3

Loosen the two screws on the arm assembly using the 5/32" hex key (Y).
Using a level, adjust the arm assembly ± 6° either clockwise or counter-clockwise to level it.
Retighten the screws. Do not overtighten.

Leveling

Screw

You’ll need
Y (1)

14

Level

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Step 9 Attach your TV to the wall mount
1
2
3

Slide the top edge of the arm assembly under the upper horizontal bracket.
Pivot the TV/bracket assembly down to align it with the bottom edge of the arm assembly (D).
Align the center hole in the lower horizontal bracket (C) with the hole in the face of the arm assembly (D) and
secure your TV with the bracket screw (W). Do not overtighten the screw.

HEAVY! You will need
assistance with this step.

You’ll need
W (1)

Phillips screwdriver

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Step 10 Adjusting the swivel tension
Adjust the swivel tension using the 5/32" hex key (Y). When you are done adjusting the swivel, tighten the screw,
but do not overtighten.

You’ll need
Y (1)

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Step 11 Adjusting the forward or backward tilt
Adjust the tilt of your TV forward or backward 11° using your fingers or a 3/16" hex key (Z). When you are done
adjusting the tilt tension, retighten the knob, but do not overtighten.

You’ll need
Z (1)

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Step 12 Managing cables
• Use the cable cover (G) to bundle the cables together, then attach to the arm assembly (D).
OR
• Use cable ties (X) to secure the cables to the arm assembly (D).
Note: You may have to readjust the forward or backward tilt after you bundle the cables.

You’ll need
X (5)
G (1)

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(Mexico)

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