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shading solutions by
VIMCO
TM
II. Installation
(continued)
Bring Wiring into the Pocket
2
3
Add Side Channels (Optional)
Remove one of the 7/8" (22 mm) knockouts (located on
the side covers) to allow the MDU wiring to enter the
pocket.
Notes:
1.
It is recommended that the installer provide a strain
relief device to prevent damage to the wiring.
2.
If necessary, it is possible to drill a hole through the
top of the pocket as an alternative wire entry. Contact
Vimco for details.
3/8"
Bottom of Pocket
A.
Mount the pocket to the wall stud (Figure A), allow-
ing the drywall to bring the side channels flush.
Note:
To mount directly to the wall (Figure B), add
1/2" (13 mm) furring strips to where the side chan-
nels are to be mounted. This will bring the side
channels flush with the pocket.
B.
Mount the top of the side channels 3/8" (10 mm)
inside the bottom of the pocket.
Note:
This diagram shows the pocket without a front
cover for instruction purposes.
Caution!
3/8" (10 mm) engagement into the
pocket is necessary to ensure complete blackout
once the shade is in place.
C.
Mount the 2-1/2" (64 mm) side channels (other sizes
available) against the ends of the pocket.
W
A
L
L
Side Channel
Furring Strip
S
T
U
D
Side Channel
Drywall
Figure A
Figure B
