PNEG-1608
Pathogen Barrier Filter Ducts
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2. Filter Duct Installation Instructions
Duct Frame-Out
1. Remove the existing insulation barrier.
2. Add a 46-1/2" stringer (A) to either side of the existing inlet frame-out (B). The inside dimensions of
the filter duct frame-out should be 27-1/2" x 43-1/2".
3. Add 2" x 4" filler boards (D) against the inlet side of both lower truss cords (E), flush to the top (attic)
side.
4. Install insulation (F) into the dead space between the frame-out and filter duct.
5. Apply caulk (C) over the stringers (A) and the filler boards (D).
6. Cover the insulation (F) with the plywood.
Figure 2A
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Description
A
Filter Duct Stringer 46-1/2" Long
B
Existing Frame-Out
C
Caulk
D
2" x 4" Filler
E
Truss
F
Insulation
27-1/2"
43-1/2"
A
B
C
F
D
E