Instructions / Assembly

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Fig. 6-B
Outside
Inside
Stop
Molding
Fig. 6-A
8"
Minimum
Center
Post
(With
Two
Doors
Side
By Side)
2 x 6
Header Jamb
Opening
Height
Inside of Garage
Looking Out
2 x 6
Side Jamb
Opening
Width
4-1/2" Minimum
Sideroom
for Torsion Spring
NOTE: Rough opening (framed opening without stop molding) = door
size
Step 6-1: Framing
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If old door was removed, inspect jambs for rotted or damaged wood and
replace immediately.
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Inside of door opening should be framed with 2" × 6" lumber.
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Vertical jamb should extend past opening (Fig. 6-A) to match headroom
required (Table 3-B).
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Jambs should be plumb and header should be level.
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Be sure bolts fastening jambs to wall are flush.
Step 6-2: Stop Molding
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Door stop molding should be temporarily but securely nailed to edges of
jambs and flush with inside framing (Fig. 6-B) .
NOTE: Stop molding with built-in weatherseal is offered.
Required Headroom
STEP 6 - PREPARE THE OPENING