Manual

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
for Wood Patio Doors without Exterior Trim or Nailing Fin (JII027)
2
FULLY SHEATHED WALL CONSTRUCTION
The wall framing is covered
by sheathing and the door
will be mounted inside of
the rough opening. This
installation assumes building
wrap is properly installed
prior to installation.
OPEN-STUD CONSTRUCTION
The wall framing is not covered by sheathing.
This installation guide specifically addresses masonry/block wall,
sheathed wall and open-stud construction.
MASONRY/BLOCK WALL CONSTRUCTION
This installation assumes
that a building professional
has already properly
fastened and sealed a
framework of studs (often
called a buck) to the
concrete/masonry wall.
MATERIALS
• #10 x 3" pan head corrosion-resistant screws. Fasteners must
penetrate at least 1" into framing.
• 3/16" x 2 1/2" self-tapping concrete screws (for concrete suboors)
• Non water degradable or compressible shims
• 4", 6", or 9" (as required by local code and window conguration)
wide self-adhesive ashing: We recommend OSI
®
QUAD
®
Butyl
Flashing Tape or equivalent.
• Spray adhesive/primer for self adhesive ashing. Such as Loctite
®
300
or equivalent
• Sealant: We recommend OSI
®
QUAD
®
Max Sealant or equivalent. This
can be used in any application and can be painted or ordered in a
color matched product, if desired.
• Polyurethane low expansion Window and Door foam: We recommend
OSI
®
QUAD
®
Foam or equivalent).
• Plastic drain screen with crisscross or woven pattern (sold in 6" widths
to protect rain gutters) for step-down landings
• Sheet metal ashing or bendable vinyl sheeting for sill pan (6" wide
for 2" x 4" wall)
• 3/8" staples for step-down landings
Note! Follow all material manufacturers’ instructions for proper use
and compatibility.
NEEDED MATERIALS & TOOLS
TOOLS
• Cutting shears (sill pan)
• Tape measure
• Utility knife
• Level (4' minimum
recommended)
• J-roller
• Caulking gun
• Hammer/drill
• Construction stapler
• Flat head screwdriver
SAFETY
• Read and fully understand ALL manufacturers’ instructions
beforebeginning.
• Do not work alone. Two or more people are required. Use safe
liftingtechniques.
• Use caution when handling glass. Broken or cracked glass can cause
serious injury.
• Wear protective gear (e.g. safety glasses, gloves, ear protection, etc.).
• Operate hand/power tools safely and follow manufacturer’s
operatinginstructions.
• Use caution when working at elevated heights.
SAFETY & HANDLING
MATERIALS & PATIO DOOR HANDLING
• Make sure the operating panel is secured prior to installation.
• Heed material manufacturers’ handling and application instructions.
• Protect adhesive surfaces from dirt, moisture, direct sunlight and
folding over onto themselves.
• Handle in vertical position; do not drag on oor.
• Do not put stress on joints, corners or frames.
• Store patio door in dry, well-ventilated area in vertical, leaning
position to allow air circulation; do not stack horizontally.
• Protect from exposure to direct sunlight during storage.
• Install only into vertical walls and when conditions and sheathing
aredry.
IF INJURY OCCURS, IMMEDIATELY SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION!
ROUGH OPENINGS
Buck
Trimmer
studs
Header
Sheathing
Sill area
King
stud