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Auralex

ProPanel

™

/ User Guide

1-800-959-3343 / 317-842-2600

9955 Westpoint Drive, Suite 101, Indianapolis IN USA 46256

General Guidelines For All ProPanels:

1. Whenever moving ProPanels, transport them with the shortest dimension in the vertical position to reduce potential stress or breaking of the

fiberglass. Do not move ProPanels parallel to the floor without additional support.

2. If light colored fabrics are used, it may be a good idea to wear white cotton gloves so dirt, grease or grime from the skin is not transferred to

the fabric.

3. Pre-position ProPanels with a laser level (preferred), hand level or chalk line to ensure uniform installation. If ProPanels are being placed

directly up against one another, use the first ProPanel as a reference point for adjoining ProPanels to be installed.

4. Make sure the wall has a completely flat surface. Shim the ProPanels if necessary to create a uniform front surface.

NOTE: Impaling clips are used for wall, vertical corner and horizontal corner installations only. For mounting or suspending

ProPanels from the ceiling, use Auralex Snap-On Anchors or Auralex Cloud Anchors, respectively.

Installation Notes When Using Impaling Clips:

1. Mark the intended location of each panel on the wall.

2. Fasten impaling clips to the wall using drywall screws, concrete anchors or shots and pins for concrete block or pre-cast concrete walls

using the guide below.

ProPanel Size (1” or 2” thick) Number of Clips NOTE: 6 lb per cu ft density ProPanels over

2” thick must also use Tubetak Pro

adhesive for installation.

2’x2’ 2

2’x4’ 2

4’x4’ 4

4’x6’ 6

4’x8’ 6

3. Shim the clips as necessary to ensure the front edge of the ProPanel is flush with adjoining ProPanels.

4. Do not apply excessive pressure to a single or multiple small locations on the ProPanel so as to crush or dent the fiberglass core.

5. This installation method will leave a 3/4” reveal between the top of the ProPanel and the ceiling.

Note On Adhesives:

• The use of adhesives is highly suggested on all ProPanel thicknesses for a secure permanent installation, though it is only mandatory for

ProPanels thicker than 2”.

• Use ONLY water-based, heavy bodied adhesives, such as Auralex’s Tubetak Pro

™

• Apply the adhesive liberally to the fiberglass and to the teeth of the impaling clip, but do not apply any adhesive within 3” from the edge of

the ProPanel.

Recommended Additional Installation Materials

• Power Drill • Tape measure

• Carpenters Level • Small ladder (depending on ceiling height)

• Pencil • 160 .75”-1” drywall screws

• Straight Edge

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Summary of content (4 pages)

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Auralex® ProPanel™ / User Guide General Guidelines For All ProPanels: 1. Whenever moving ProPanels, transport them with the shortest dimension in the vertical position to reduce potential stress or breaking of the fiberglass. Do not move ProPanels parallel to the floor without additional support. 2. If light colored fabrics are used, it may be a good idea to wear white cotton gloves so dirt, grease or grime from the skin is not transferred to the fabric. 3.
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Auralex® ProPanel™ / User Guide ProPanels - Straight or Beveled ➊ Mark vertical and horizontal lines indicating placement of the ProPanel. (Images shown for 24” X 48” panels). ➋ Install impaling clips 4” in from the vertical lines to avoid fabric return. For ProPanels using 2 impaling clips, install impaling clips near opposing corners. ➌ Start the ProPanel 3/4” above its intended final height and press downward at a 45° angle until the ProPanel is flush with the wall.
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Auralex® ProPanel™ / User Guide Guidelines For Outlet Cutting NOTE: Auralex is not responsible for damage done to any ProPanel during modification. ➊ Measure outlet locations on the front of the ProPanel. Cut two diagonal lines in a crisscross pattern from corner-to-corner of the cutout. Step 1 Cutout Location ➋ Lay back each flap of fabric and, with a sharp razor knife, cut through the core. Remove the cutout core. ➌ Turn the ProPanel over with the back of the ProPanel facing up.
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Auralex® ProPanel™ / User Guide Guidelines For Edge Cutting NOTE: Auralex is not responsible for damage done to any ProPanel during modification. Fabric Lay the ProPanel down with the fabric face up. Start from the back of the ProPanel and pull the fabric away from the back and edges of the ProPanel. Pull the fabric back at least two inches beyond the cut line. Mark the core at the desired cut line. Be sure to deduct for the fabric thickness.