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STEP 2A Attach Wall Plate
Wood Stud Option
CAUTION:
Avoid potential personal injuries and property damage!
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Drywall covering the wall must not exceed 16 mm (5/8 in.)
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Minimum wood stud size: common 51 x 102 mm (2 x 4 in.) nominal 38 x 89 mm (1 1/2 x 3 1/2 in.)
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Stud center must be verified
1. Locate your stud. Verify the center of the stud by finding the stud edges using an awl, a thin nail, or an edge to edge stud finder.
2. Position the wall template
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at your desired height and line up the holes with your stud center line. Level the template and tape in place.
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≤ 16 mm
(5/8 in.)
NOTE:
For assistance in determining wall
plate location, see Height Finder at accents.sanus.com.