Installation Instructions

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FIGURE 1
3A
IMPORTANT: When accessories such as jamb extension have been
ordered, apply according to the directions starting on page 37 BEFORE
you install
the unit OR prep the rough opening.
Rough Opening Preparation – All Units
IMPORTANT: Perform the following
BEFORE starting installation. Make sure you
have:
• The correct door type (French, sliding,
hinged, etc.)
• The correct size door (Width and Height) for
your rough opening (FIGURE 1).
• Perform a complete unit inspection checking
for shipping damage, broken glass, or other
physical damage. Fix whatever is wrong
before installation or start appropriate claim
procedures.
• When accessories such as jamb extension
have been ordered, apply according to the
directions BEFORE
you install the unit OR
prep the rough opening.
IMPORTANT: If unit is to meet design
pressure ratings, a maximum 1/4" shim space
is required around the perimeter. A shim space
greater than 1/4" could result in lower product
performance and may be considered non-com-
pliant with certain building codes.
NOTE: Doors do not require 1/4" shim space at
the sill. Non-DPR installation shim space
may be 1/4" to 3/8" (1/2" to 3/4" total for
either width or height.
If a shim space greater than listed, exists on the
interior or exterior, use solid continuous furring
material to fill this space until the maximum shim
allowance is achieved.
Furring material must be solid, continuous, and run
the full height and/or width of the rough opening.
Furring material depth must be at least equal to
door jamb depth. Furring material must be securely
fastened to the rough opening framing.
1. Measure the rough opening to ensure it meets
the guidelines listed above. Check the rough open-
ing dimensions against the unit’s actual Jamb
Height and Jamb Width (FIGURES 1A, & 1B).
2. Measure the opening diagonally from corner-to-
corner (FIGURES 2 & 2A). The measurements
should not differ more than 1/4".
3. Using a long level, check side and sill for plumb
and level (FIGURES 3 & 3A). Make necessary
corrections to ensure walls are plumb, straight and
not twisted.
JAMB WIDTH
ROUGH OPENING WIDTH
JAMB HEIGHT
ROUGH OPENING
HEIGHT
1A
1B
FIGURE 2
2A
FIGURE 3
Wear gloves, safety glasses,
goggles or eye-shields as
appropriate. Read installation instructions
completely before beginning procedure.
IMPORTANT: To ensure the
door panels operate smoothly, make sure
the sill is level and straight and the open-
ing is square.