Use and Care Guide

ManualsBrandsJELD-WEN ManualsEntry Doors249309

PRODUCT GUIDE

Interior & Exterior Doors (JPG013)

The advice offered herein can be done by a homeowner with some mechanical aptitude. If you are unsure, it is recommended that you hire a trained service provider such as a

competent and licensed construction contractor or building professional. JELD-WEN disclaims any and all liability associated with the use and/or provision of these instructions.

Any reliance upon the information or advice is at the risk of the party so relying. The information contained herein may be changed from time to time without notication.

property laws. All trademarks, service marks, logos and the like (whether registered or unregistered) are owned or controlled by JELD-WEN, inc. or others.

Unauthorized use or duplication of JELD-WEN intellectual property is prohibited.

JELD-WEN reserves the right to change product specications without notice. Please check our website, jeld-wen.com, for current information.

DOUBLE DOOR ANATOMY

SINGLE DOOR ANATOMY

This guide contains procedures for common user serviceable

repair tasks found on interior and exterior doors. If a condition

arises that is not covered in this guide, please contact us for

professional help.

Interior and Exterior doors swing in or out on side hinges and

may be single or double door congurations.

For questions, feel free to contact us by phone or email:





TABLE OF CONTENTS

 ............................................................................... 2

 ....................................................................... 2

 ...............................................2

 ..................................................

 .......................................................................... 4

 ............................................................................. 

 ......................................................................

 .................................................... 7

Glossary .........................................................................................................

HANDING (SHOWN FROM TOP)



 Technician

(03/13)

Top rail









Bottom rail

Exterior

Outswing

Inswing



 







Interior

Bottom rail







Inactive slab

Summary of content (9 pages)

PAGE 1
PRODUCT GUIDE Interior & Exterior Doors (JPG013) This guide contains procedures for common user serviceable repair tasks found on interior and exterior doors. If a condition arises that is not covered in this guide, please contact us for professional help. Interior and Exterior doors swing in or out on side hinges and may be single or double door configurations.
PAGE 2
PRODUCT GUIDE Interior & Exterior Doors (JPG013) PRECAUTIONS and SAFETY • Follow all manufacturers’ instructions and labels. • Use extra care when driving screws near glass unit to avoid breakage. • Use proper and safe equipment and precautions when cleaning and servicing the exterior side of patio doors above ground level. • Use caution when tightening screws to avoid stripping the screw holes.
PAGE 3
PRODUCT GUIDE Interior & Exterior Doors (JPG013) hardware REPLACEMENT and adjustment HARDWARE TYPES • Metal hardware offers functionality, aesthetic appeal and resistance to corrosion but is not totally corrosion proof. • Plastic hardware offers high resistance to the elements however, over time it can deteriorate from ultraviolet light, heat, cold, and chemical exposure. • Brass hardware has a special protective film to reduce/eliminate polishing and requires special care.
PAGE 4
PRODUCT GUIDE Interior & Exterior Doors (JPG013) weatherstrip REPLACEMENT Ordering New Weatherstrip Weatherstrip gaskets and foam wedges are critical to water and air infiltration control. Check placement and quality of weatherstrip. Replace if damaged. Possible Weatherstrip Locations on Double Doors Fire-rated doors require specific weatherstrip. Please contact us if replacing weatherstrip in a fire-rated door. Doors will have weatherstrip in the frame where the slab(s) are when normally closed.
PAGE 5
PRODUCT GUIDE Interior & Exterior Doors (JPG013) weatherstrip REPLACEMENT - continued Astragal Weatherstrip 1. Open active door all the way. 2. Locate the accessible weatherstrip. 3. Grip weatherstrip and gently pull out of kerf. 4. Cut new weatherstrip to length. 5. Work the attachment barb into the kerf from one end to the other. Passive Active Astragal weatherstrip Foam wedges The foam wedges are used to complete the weatherstrip seal, at each bottom corner Wedge of the operating door slab(s).
PAGE 6
PRODUCT GUIDE Interior & Exterior Doors (JPG013) proper door installation • Proper installation is essential for keeping doors operating smoothly. If a door fails to operate properly, an inspection is necessary to determine if it was installed correctly. • A contractor or installer can assist in determining the cause of a door being “out of specification” and possibly correct it. Door problems due to improper installation are usually not covered by the manufacturer’s warranty.
PAGE 7
PRODUCT GUIDE Interior & Exterior Doors (JPG013) proper door installation - continued Straight Side Jambs Place level against inside of side jamb. Look for gaps anywhere between level and side jamb. Repeat steps for other side jamb. Frame/slab Bow Inspect interior and exterior frame jambs, or stiles/rails of slab (not glass) to determine if bowed. String 1. Cut piece of string slightly longer than Frame/ Slab height of frame or Gap slab. 2.
PAGE 8
PRODUCT GUIDE Interior & Exterior Doors (JPG013) PROBLEM Possible Causes Possible Solutions Door will not lock Lock misaligned • Align lock strikes • Make shoot bolt lock strikes flush to sill (double doors) Improper installation Inspect installation Door squeaks No lubricant on hinges Lubricate all hinges with light oil Light or air leaks through corners Worn weatherstrip Repair loose or damaged weatherstrip Foam wedge damaged or missing Replace foam wedge Hinges may be worn or misaligned
PAGE 9
PRODUCT GUIDE Interior & Exterior Doors (JPG013) GLOSSARY Active Slab Active slab(s) are any slab(s) on double door systems that operate and include locking hardware. Astragal The vertical trim attached to the inactive slab of a double door that bridges the gap between the slabs when closed and provides weather and overswing protection. Boot-glaze The method by which glass is set and sealed into a panel with a rubberlike beige or gray gasket (“boot”).