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| Pre-wiring - There are two
popular methods used to pre-wire for the installation of alarm screens
into double hung windows. | | Method #1
- Pre-Wiring To the Top of Screen Channel |
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Figure #2 | Finished
Alarm Screen In Window | | Method 1:
The first method is to bring your alarm circuit wires to the window
opening from the top. Since most double hung windows have a channel at
the top for the screen to fit into, we recommend bringing the alarm
circuit wires into the top channel. (See Figure #1) By using a Pin Lead
connector and slotting the top edge of the screen frame, (See Figure
#2) the wires can be completely hidden down inside the screen. |
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| Method #2 - Pre-Wiring
Between the Screen and the Sash |  |
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2: The second method used is to bring your circuit to the
bottom of the window between the sash and the screen. (See Figure
above) Using this method, the wiring will be exposed. An Amp plug is
normally used with a flush mounting plate on either the bottom sill or
the side of the window. The mating half of the Amp Plug needs to come
out on the spline side of the screen frame. Note: It is recommended to
always install double hung window screens with the spline facing in
towards the house. This helps prevent tampering with the spline in the
screen and also helps protect against weathering. |
Reed Switch Location
We recommend a reed switch be installed on the bottom of the screen
since most screens are removed from the bottom first. An additional
reed switch can be installed on the top for extra protection. You can
use surface mounted magnets or recessed magnets with or without the
housings. Note: If using a single recessed magnet, make sure to offset
the magnet to one side or the other of the reed switch. Do not center
it under the switch or it will not pull in properly. Also when using
recessed magnets make sure to use some caulk to prevent any possible
leaking. | | Back to top |
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