Instructions / Assembly

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3. Compress the expander to collapse it as far down into the top/bottom rail as possible. With expander in this
fully collapsed position, install the two No. 8 x 3/8” long TRUSS head screws thru the bottom of the slots and
into the dimples of the expander-DO NOT COMPLETELY TIGHTEN SCREW SO THAT EXPANDER CAN MOVE
FREELY.
4. Repeat steps 1-3 for the other expander.
STEP 5………Re-install outside handle that was removed in STEP 2 (FIG. 8).
1. Reinstall the (3) screws into the handle that were removed in STEP 2. Use a hand screwdriver instead of a
drill to snug screws only. Do not overtighten screws to avoid stripping them.
STEP 6……… Follow instructions in hardware bag for installing screen into your door, adjusting top & bottom
expanders, and installing handle strike.
STEP 7……..Install Bugstrip in screen height rail OPPOSITE the handle as shown (FIG. 9).
Figure 9
Figure 8
1. Insert bugstrip into the edge of the frame as shown. The bugstrip contains “cutting lines” so that if
necessary, it can be easily cut with a scissors to a size that will make contact with your door glass panel.
2. If needed, trim the bugstrip shorter at the top and/or bottom to allow it to seal against your glass panel while
also allowing screen to slide freely without binding.
NOTE: REFER TO RITESCREEN WEBSITE FOR VIDEO OF THIS PATIO SCREEN ASSEMBLY
Reinstall Handle
Install and trim bugstrip