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Metal Frame Final Assembly Step 8

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 Step 8: Attach Hangers, Wire, and Bumpers

Tools and Supplies: Standard screw driver, tape measure, omni hangers, Wire, Bumpers

 

 Determine the sides the hangers are to be installed. Insert the hanging device 1/3 of the way down from the top of the frame. This can be done after the frame is totally assembled.
Place the hanger into the groove and snap into position. Using the screw driver, tighten the set screw. Repeat this on the other side.

 Run the wire through the hanger, and then a second time so there is at least two loops. Then twist wire around itself so it is secure. The top of the wire should be about 1/3 of the way from the top of the frame to the hanging devices. After you finished putting the wire on, pull it firmly from the top to pull any kinks out.
Place the bumpers on the bottom corners. These help keep the frame level on the wall.
  When complete the back of the frame should look like this.

 Omni Hanger
The standard omni hanger is the most commonly used hanging device. It can be used on all size pictures and is very strong.
  Notched Hanger The notched hanger is for smaller pictures. The advantage is that it is easier to install, eliminating the need for wire. Position the hanger in the middle of the top of the frame. Snap in to the channel (it can easily be snapped out also). The hanger can be adjusted by sliding it in the moulding channel. It is designed to hang from a nail or similar device.
Snap Hanger The advantage of the snap hanger is that it is easily adjusted. If you are hanging a show of 20 pictures the same size and you want them to all be aligned this would be the easiest way to do so. Rather than changing the picture hook in the wall to adjust the height of the picture, you could merely press down on the snap hanger and move it up or down in the channel. This is not recommended for heavier pictures because it can "slip" and lacks the strength of the standard omni hanger. Position the hanger approximately 1/3 down from the top of the frame and snap into the channel. The hanger can be repositioned by pressing down with your thumb and sliding it up or down in the channel.

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