INSTALLATION STEP 2
Install the Header Bracket
You can attach the header bracket either to the wall above the garage door, or to the ceiling. Follow the instructions which will work best for your particular requirements. Do not install the header bracket over drywall. If installing into masonry, use concrete anchors (not provided).
WALL HEADER BRACKET INSTALLATION
•Center the bracket on the vertical centerline with the bottom edge of the bracket on the horioontal line as shown (with the arrow pointing toward the ceiling).
•Mark the vertical set of bracket holes (do not use the holes designated for ceiling mount). Drill 3/16" pilot holes and fasten the bracket securely to a structural support with the hardware provided.
HARDWARE SHOWN ACTUAL SIZE
Lag Screw
Wall Mount
Optional
Mounting Holes
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Door Spring |
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Centerline
of Garage Door
CEILING HEADER BRACKET INSTALLATION
•Extend the vertical centerline onto the ceiling as shown.
•Center the bracket on the vertical mark, no more than 6" (15 cm) from the wall. Make sure the arrow is pointing away from the wall. The bracket can be
mounted flush against the ceiling when clearance is minimal.
•Mark the side holes. Drill 3/16" pilot holes and fasten bracket securely to a structural support with the hardware provided.
Ceiling Mounting Holes
- Finished CeiUing -
•.- [- Vertical Centerline
of Garage Door
Header
Bracket
6" (15 cm) Maximum
Door
Spring_Lag Screws
Centedine
of Garage Door
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