Hurricane Panel Installation Guide
Panel tracks make assembly and installation faster and easier.
Hurricane panel installation guide. Center the panel in place over the window. Panels are attached with anchors top and bottom or by tracks. 1 this table is based on 140 mph design wind speeds a 45 ft average roof height and an open exposure. Storm panels are considered one of the most economical choices for hurricane and storm protection.
Before you begin make sure the uv side usually identified by a label and protective plastic seal is on the outside. Mark the hole locations from the panel directly onto the house. For either installation method panels can be overlapped by more than 1 rise but should always be overlapped at least 1 rise for the most effective installation. Set the panel aside and drill the holes.
2 3 weeks. Now you re ready to drill the holes into the panels using a step bit. Special situations such as protruding windowsills overhangs etc may require minor adjustments to the above instructions. 10 14 days.
Now with both tracks in place you can install the hurricane shutters. Press the bottom of the panel against the house wall. Be certain the bolts protrude through the keyhole slots along the bottom of the shutter. They offer substantial protection at a lower cost of other storm protection products.
2 fasteners are to be installed at opposing ends or opposing sides of the shutter panels. 3 4 weeks.