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Dual Standard Installations. Two framed, overlay or stainless steel units may be placed side by side in a dual installation. Some dual standard installations will require a dual installation kit, available through your
A custom filler strip can be used in between two units in a framed, overlay or stainless steel design application. It is recommended that the filler strip be at least 2" (51) wide, to prevent condensation between the units. Be sure to add the filler strip width to your rough opening width. Refer to the
Dual installations without a filler strip can only be accom- plished using two units with opposite hinges as shown in illustration A below. The dual installations shown in illus- trations B and C require a filler strip.
IMPORTANT NOTE: For the application shown in illustra- tion A, a dual installation accessory kit is required. Refer
Dual Standard Installationto page 36 for information on dual installation accessory kits.
Dual Installations
Dual Installation Panel Requirements
MAX WEIGHT PER PANEL |
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75 lbs (34 kg) | |
All Other Models | 50 lbs (23 kg) |
Dual Wide Grille Panel | 26 lbs (12 kg) |
MIN PANEL THICKNESS |
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Framed Panels | 1/4" (6) |
Overlay and Flush Inset Panels | 5/8" (16) |
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WITHOUT FILLER STRIP |
FILLER STRIP REQUIRED |
FILLER STRIP REQUIRED |
Illus. A | Illus. B | Illus. C |