3.
Cut to Length
If necessary, cut the first channel to this length, making sure
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the cut is square.
NOTE: Channels cut to shorter than 24" (60.96 cm) long
should not be used.
Mounting the Channels
1.
Drive First Screw
Holding the channel up in the desired location, drive a screw
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through the top slot groove and into the center of the stud
nearest to the middle of the channel until it is flush with the
surface.
NOTE: If installing GearTrack
poured concrete, you may put construction adhesive on the
GearTrack
Channel before attaching it to the wall for extra
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hold.
3.
Predrill Holes
If splitting occurs, you may find it necessary to predrill and
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countersink the screw holes near channel ends with a
1/8" (3 mm) drill bit.
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Channels on masonry block or
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2.
Level the Channel
BUBBLE LEVEL
Check that the GearTrack
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a second screw through the bottom slot groove and into the
center of the same stud as in the previous step.
4.
Drive Remaining Screws
Drive a screw in every slot at every stud location.
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Channel is level, and then drive
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