Installation Instructions

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Weather Barrier Tape Application – Non-DP Installations
The joint between the nailing fin and wall surface
must be sealed with strips of weather barrier self-
adhering tape.
Preparation
1. For the sides, cut two pieces of weather barrier
self-adhering tape that are 9" wide and 18" taller
than the door (FIGURE 1).
Cut the head piece 9" tall and long enough to span
the door & side tapes; plus 2" (FIGURE 1).
Do not apply tape yet. Complete caulking
instructions that follow.
2. Apply a generous, continuous bead of silicone
sealant on the nailing fin over the fasteners.
NOTE: Caulk is not required if self-adhering tape is
used.
Start 9" above the door and run the bead to bottom
of nailing fin (FIGURE 2). Repeat for the other side
frame. Also apply sealant along the head nailing fin
(FIGURE 2).
Tape Application
First – Apply Side Pieces
Start at the top, about 9" above the door (FIGURES
3, 3A & 3B). Apply tape to the face of the wall close
to the door frame and work toward the bottom.
Tape must
cover the entire nailing fin, including the
installation holes, the joint between the fin and the
building’s sheathing and
extend out onto the exteri-
or wall. Use a rubber roller to get good contact with
the wall surface.
FIGURE 1
APPLY SILICONE SEALANT
TO NAILING FIN AT HEAD
AND SIDES, BEFORE
APPL
YING
WE
ATHER BARRIER TAPE.
(Sealant not required when
self-adhesive tape is used
over the nailing fin.)
.
9"
FIGURE 2
APPLY SIDE
PIECES
FIRST
9"
9" Typ.
9"
Typ.
HEAD PC. LGTH. =
WIDTH + 2"
WIDTH
FRAME HEIGHT+
9" + 9" = SIDE
PIECE LENGTH
FIGURE 3
9"
9"
3B
9"
3A