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1. Locate your studs. Verify and mark 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 plate
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at your desired height and line up the holes with your stud center line and level the wall plate
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and mark the holes.
2
1
Max.
5/8 in. (16 mm)
STEP 2A Attach Wall Plate to Wall
Wood Stud Option
CAUTION:
DO NOT
use the lower slots for
installation, only use the upper slots as shown
10
16
–
24 in.
(406
–
610 mm)
UP
CAUTION:
Avoid potential personal injury or property damage!
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Drywall covering the wall must not exceed 5/8 in. (16 mm)
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Minimum wood stud size: common 2 x 4 in. (51 x 102 mm) nominal 1 ½ x 3 ½ in. (38 x 89 mm)
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Minimum horizontal space between fasteners: 16 in. (406 mm)
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DO NOT
use the lower slots for installation, only use the upper slots as shown
