Installation Guide

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
for Swinging and French Patio Doors
2
Buck
OPEN-STUD CONSTRUCTION
The wall framing needs to be
covered by backing support
before the door can be
installed. The door will be
mounted with the nailing n/
exterior trim ush against the
applied backing support.
This backing support should
be a thin (max. 1/8" thick)
sheet material such as
plywood or lauan. Completely
surround the rough opening
with the backing support as
shown. Backing support
must be applied before
building wrap.
FULLY SHEATHED WALL CONSTRUCTION
The wall framing is covered
by sheathing and the door
will be mounted with the
nailing n/exterior trim ush
against the sheathing. This
installation assumes building
wrap is properly installed
prior to installation.
This installation guide specically 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.
ROUGH OPENINGS
SAFETY AND HANDLING
Trimmer
studs
Header
Sheathing
Sill area
King
stud
Sheathed Wall
Open-Stud with Backing
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.
MATERIALS AND DOOR HANDLING
• Make sure the operating panel is secured prior to installation.
• Heed material manufacturer’s handling and application instructions.
• Protect adhesive surfaces from dirt, moisture, direct sunlight and
folding over onto themselves.
• Do not put stress on joints, corners or frames.
• Store door in dry, well-ventilated area in vertical, leaning position to
allow air circulation; do not stack horizontally, or drag on the oor..
• Protect from exposure to direct sunlight during storage.
• Install only into vertical walls and when conditions and sheathing
are dry.
• Never use solvent-based sealants on vinyl products.
IF INJURY OCCURS, IMMEDIATELY SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION!