HomeMy WebLinkAboutExterior Entry Systems Installation SheetINSTALLATION SHEET
Exterior Entry Systems
Note: to install double door units see step 9; to install a door with sidelite(s) see step 8
Step 1: Prepare Rough Opening
a) For rough opening dimensions, measure prehung unit from outside jamb to outside
jamb. Add 1/2" to width and 3/4" to height to determine
rough opening. if opening is oversize, fillers/shims may be required. (Rough opening sizes
are also listed in full line catalog.)
Step 2: Place Unit into Opening
a) set unit into rough opening to verify fit, then remove.
b) Thoroughly caulk floor/base area where the unit (kill be located with a high-grade
silicone or non -hardening caulk. See Figure A.
c) position unit into opening and center.
Step 3: Shim and Secure Hinge Jamb
a) plumb the hinge jamb and nail the brickmold at the hinge jamb with 16 d galvanized
finish nails.
b) Remove shipping bracket that holds door closed. Check to see that door swings freely.
c) From the interior side, wedge shims between frame and studding at the three hinge
locations and check for plumb (Figure B).
d) Nail with 16 d finish nails through the hinge jamb, shims and studding.
e) install two (2) security screws (#9 x 2-1/4" flat head wood screw) in the top hinge
(Figure Q.
ROUGH OPENING
FIGURE B
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Step 4: Shim and Secure Lock and Head Jamb
a) Close the door and adjust the jamb so the weatherstripping meets the door evenly
from top to bottom.
b) From the inside place three wood shims between the frame and the studding at three
locations (Figure D).
c) Be sure to adjust the three shims to plumb jamb and provide a 3/16" margin between
the door and the jamb (Figure Q.
FIGURE D
SHIMS
d) Nail with 16 d finish nails through the lockjamb, shims and studding.
e) Nail head jamb and brickmold.
Step 5: Threshold Cap Adjustment
a) If necessary, the threshold cap can be adjusted. Adjustment is accomplished
by sliding a pocketknife blade or thumbnail under the flange of the screw
cover, to lift it off, as shown in Figure e.
b) Removing the screw cover will reveal the adjustment screw. Using a screwdriver
as shown in Figure F, the jack screws may be turned to adjust the threshold cap to the
desired height. Replace the screw covers.
FIGURE E
FIGURE F
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Step 6: Caulk and Finish Unit
a) Caulk around the brickmold and the joint between the sill, jamb and mull post. Use a
high -quality silicone or non -hardening caulk.
b) Nail set and putty all nail heads. Ensure comer seals are securely in place in both
lower corners of the unit
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Finishing Steel Doors
c) sand entire surface of the door with a #220 grit sandpaper and wipe clean with a soft
cloth.
d) Clean door with a mild detergent solution rinse and let dry.
e) Use only an exterior acrylic latex paint on the exterior side of the door. the interior side
can accept either an exterior or interior acrylic latex
paint. Apply per the paint manufacturer's instructions.
f) Do not paint the weatherstrip or hinges. Do not close the door until the paint is
completely dry.
g) All 6 sides of the door should be painted or sealed to prevent damage or warping.
Fiberglass composite doors are to be sealed and or painted inside and out Do Not
Leave the Inside Unfinished. Failure to finish all sides of the door will void all warranties.
Step 7: Install Hardware
a) install lock, deadbolt and strike plates per manufacturer's instructions.
Door and Sidelite Installation
Step 8: Align Unit
a) Complete steps 1 and 2.
b) Plumb, align, shim and secure the unit similar to steps 3 and
4. begin with the sidelite jamb nearest the door hinge jamb
(step 3) then secure remaining side jamb (step 4). Note: shim
above both doorjambs at the head jamb prior to securing the
unit.
c) Follow steps 5 and 6
Door/Sidelite Unit
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Double Door Installation
Step 9: Shim 13 Secure Inactive Hinge Jamb
a) Complete steps 1 and 2.
b) Add shims above the head jamb from the inside to maintain proper clearances and
alignment.
c) plumb and nail the brickmold from the outside on the inactive door side only.
Step 10: Shim & Secure Active Hinge Jamb
a) Do steps 3 c, d and e.
b) Nail the head in place at the shim locations.
c) Nail the head and hingejamb brickmold.
d) Follow step 5 and 6.
Policy
a. All unfinished doors are subject to possible leakage around the glass, and around
panels, and/or around lock openings until such time as they are properly finished in
accordance with the manufacturer's directions. Failure to comply will void any warranty
expressed or implied against such leakage and will not be considered a product failure.
b. Proper installation is essential to prevent water leakage under normal conditions.
Failure to properly caulk under and around any unit as per the installation instructions
can cause water leakage and/or frame rot. installation Not in accordance with the
manufacturer's directions will void any warranty expressed or implied against such
leakage and will not be considered a product failure.
c. All residential products are designed to be used under normal conditions. Any
application which results in severe exposure should be considered a special
circumstance and appropriate precautions should be taken before determining what
product is best suited for a particular application. when in doubt, call for more
information before proceeding.
d. Manufacturer/Distributor reserve the right to refund the original purchase price or to
repair/replace at our option any product which it deems to have failed.
Manufacturer/Distributor will not be responsible for incidental or consequential
damage. Frame rot can be considered one form of incidental or consequential damage
resulting from water leakage, whether visible or not. Consumers are advised to report
any signs of leakage immediately to the installer or to the Dealer where said product
was purchased.
e. An overhang that minimizes the exposure to the elements is recommended. If that is
not possible, understand that frequent re -coating will be required to keep from
damaging the finish topcoat. Peeling can be a result of such exposure.
f. Door and frame must be finished within 30 days of installation. Failure to comply will
void any warranty expressed or implied against peeling and or warping.
See Warranty for details.
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