User guide

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I GENERAL NOTES
II PARTS IDENTIFICATION
III FABRICATION
A. DRILLING TEMPLATE
(SCREW SPLINE VERTICALS)
B. DRILLING TEMPLATE
(SHEAR BLOCK VERTICALS)
C. DRILLING TEMPLATE
(SHEAR BLOCK AT HORIZONTALS.)
D. SILL WEEP NOTCHES
IV INTERIOR GASKET INSTALLATION
V UNIT ASSEMBLY
A. SCREW SPLINE
B. SHEAR BLOCK
VI DOOR FRAME INSTALLATION
VII SUBSILL FABRICATION AND INSTALLATION
VIII FRAME INSTALLATION
A. SCREW SPLINE
B. SHEAR BLOCK
C. PERIMETER SEALANT
IX GLAZING
SECTION PAGE
exterior.
1. Bridging system thermal break with non-thermally broken metal flashing or lintels that are exposed to the
inclusive, the list of examples below illustrates conditions under which condensation is likely to occur:
Many current installation practices lead to an increase in the possibility of the formation of condensation. Though not all
EFCO representative for information on EFCO's Thermal Analysis Services.
professional is utilized to perform an analysis of the shop drawings to recommend the best installation methods. Please contact
temperature) are present. When the formation of excessive condensation is a concern, it is highly recommended that a design
Condensation will form on any surface when unfavorable conditions (interior temperature and relative humidity and exterior
NOTE: Please reference EFCO's "Understanding Condensation" brochure which can be obtained through your EFCO representative.
Minimizing Condensation
3. Interior relative humidity levels not maintained at recommended levels, see EFCO's "Understanding
2. System exposure to cold air cavities.
4. Inadequate separation between system and surrounding condition at perimeter.
Condensation" brochure.
involved.
5. Product combinations during the shop drawing stage that result in bridging thermal breaks of one or all products