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Wall Fixing Guide
Important note:
If plastic wall plugs
are supplied with your
product:
- these are only suitable for
use in masonry walls.
If you are in any doubt about
the correct wall plugs for
your wall, seek professional
advice.
Failure of the product due to
responsibility of the installer.
Types of walls
No.1 "General Purpose" wall plug
Generally aerated blocks should not
be used to support heavy loads, use
loads, general purpose wall plugs can
be used.
No.2 "Plasterboard" wall plug
For use when attaching light loads on
to plasterboard partitions.
Care &
Maintenance
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Important:
check that there are no hidden wires or pipes etc.
Make sure that the screws and wall plugs being used
tradesperson if you are unsure.
Hints:
1: General rule:
if you are not sure.
2: Ensure you use the recommended drill bit to match the wall
plug and hole size.
3: Ensure you drill the hole horizontally, do not force the drill or
enlarge the hole.
4: Take extra care when drilling high walls, ceilings and ceramic
tiles. Ensure wall plugs are inserted beyond the thickness of
the ceramic tiles to avoid the tiles splitting or cracking.
5:
drilled hole.
You can use one of the following types of wall plug if your walls are made
of brick, breeze block, concrete, stone or wood.
No.3 "Cavity Fixing" wall plug
For use with plasterboard partitions or
hollow wooden doors.
No.4 "Cavity Fixing-Heavy Duty"
wall plug
heavy loads such as shelving, wall
cabinets and coat racks.
Safety:
and location to ensure your safety
in and around the home.
When drilling into walls always
Always use a larger screw and wall plug
No.5 "Hammer Fixing" wall plug
For use with walls stuck with
is secure to the retaining wall.
No.6 "Shield Anchor" wall plug
Heavy loads
For use with heavier loads such as TV
& HiFi speakers and satelite dishes etc.
Fitting: From time to time check
or screws do not become loose.
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