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Stewart Filmscreen – AT 1.5
ATTACHING THE SCREEN TO THE FRAME
The general procedure for attaching lace and grommet screens to the frame is the same for all
mounting and screen types. Specific notes for wraparound screens and owner supplied frames are
as follows:
Attach the screen to the top left corner of the frame first, then along the top, then the sides, then the
bottom. Read all of the tips below and follow the sequence.
Note:
Read all instructions before beginning. Have all tools and equipment ready.
During packing and transit, the screen may shrink. Stewart vinyl screen material has some
elasticity and will stretch and spring back. The grommet edge binding will not stretch past the
manufactured outer dimensions. After the screen is attached to the frame, some tension will be
apparent at each grommet. If you have concerns, please read the section, This Screen Seems
too Small (see page 19).
Handle the screen carefully. Avoid contact of the screen fabric with fingernails. Grasp the
screen edge binding only.
As you finish attaching each section, take a moment to pause and inspect the screen to ensure
that it is not pulling or stretching in such a way that it may tear.
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The screen is held onto a core tube by means of tie cords so that the screen material remains safe during
transit. You can cut one to two tie cords before starting to attach the screen as it is unrolled so that
there is no danger of pulling out a grommet when the screen is unrolled.
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As the screen is being unrolled, it will be necessary to slide the extension post (at the bottom of
the screen) along the floor to keep the screen vertical as well as continuing to cut more tie cords
as you unroll.
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Start at the top left corner, using the techniques described below (see Figure 11).
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Attach S-hooks to the grommets to make a proper corner fit. Starting at the top left corner,
attach two to six hooks down the side and across the top. Do not allow the weight of the screen
to rest on any one hook during this time.
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Continue along the top, using the techniques described on the next page.
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CAUTION
To avoid damage to the screen use caution when handling the screen roll. Carry the roll by
the ends only. Do not place the screen roll on steps or any uneven surface as the pressure
can make permanent indentations in the screen.
