How to Attach a 42 Inch TV to a Stand

Securing your 42-inch TV to a stand will help ensure safety in your entertainment room. Serious injury or damage can occur if a TV tips over. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), an estimated 16,300 children 5 years old and younger were injured from home appliances tipping over. Many types of straps are available for securing your TV to a stand. Straps are fastened in a variety of ways.

Instructions

1

Inspect your stand for any cracking or excessive bending. Replace your stand immediately if you notice your stand cannot withstand the weight or your 42-inch TV.

2

Attach straps to the back of the TV and stand. Refer to your straps instruction sheet; straps can be attached in several different ways.

3

Test the sturdiness of your TV. Grab it with both hands and slightly rock it forward and back. If you notice the TV's base coming off the stand you need to tighten the straps because they are too loose.