How to Guide

Sliding/Gliding Patio Door Weatherstrip Replacement
Interlock Weatherstrip Replacement
The interlocks are vertical strips running down the stationary and
operating panel meeting stiles. When the door closes, the interlocks join
together. There is a strip of weatherstrip located in the interlock of either
panel that allows a weather tight seal between the interlocks when the
door is closed.
Removal
1. Remove operating
panel.
2. For custom doors
only, remove
interlock attachment
screws and
removeinterlock.
3. Remove old seal.
Replacement
1. Cut new interlock
seal to length.
2. For custom doors,
slide all the way to the end of the interlock. Replace interlock; tighten
interlock attachment screws.
3. For all other doors, press into kerf in the same position as the oldseal.
4. Replace operating panel.
5. Check for proper operation.
Ordering New Weatherstrip
Dust pads, weatherstrip gaskets and other weatherstrip placement are
critical to water and air inltration control. Check placement and quality
of weatherstrip.
Sliding door weatherstrip is usually located around the perimeter of the
operating panel(s), and in interlocks. Some doors have weatherstrip
around the frame where the operating panel(s) are when normallyclosed.
Swinging doors will have weatherstrip in the frame where the operating
panel(s) are when normally closed and attached to the bottom of the
operating panel where it contacts the threshold.
1. Determine amount needed by measuring each piece to be replaced.
Note the location on the door of each type of weatherstrip.
2. For each type of weatherstrip, add all measurements, then add an
additional 10%.
3. Round up to the nearest foot.
4. Fill out the following table.
Information for Ordering Replacement Weatherstrip
Product Identication
Weatherstrip Location
Weatherstrip Type
Color
Amount Needed
Possible Weatherstrip Locations on Sliding Doors
Possible Weatherstrip Locations on Swinging Doors
5. Some weatherstrip may not be easily replaceable, please call us for
recommendations and to order new weatherstrip.
Product Guide
Wood Patio Doors (JPG012)
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WEATHERSTRIP REPLACEMENT