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A. If unit is equipped with a screw type pre-hanging plug for transporting,
remove the screw portion from the exterior of the jamb before setting the door.
Note: If a brickmould/exterior trim is being added to the door, install and
seal it to the frame at this time. Align the inside of the brickmould/exterior
trim with the end of the sill.
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SETTING AND FASTENING THE DOOR
Pre-Hanging Plug:
Leave in place until unit is
temporarily fastened.
Pre-Hanging Plug Screw:
Remove before installation.
B. Place three 3/8" beads of sealant long the bottom of the opening. Place the
first bead approximately 3/4" from the exterior of the rough opening. Continue
the first two beads up 6" onto each jamb of the rough opening. (3B). Place the
second bead so it is 1/2 from the interior surface of the door sill. Place a third
sealant bead in the sill support groove of 1/4" from the exterior edge of the
wood blocking.
2B
"
3
4
"
1
4
"
1
2
3B
3C
TWO OR MORE PEOPLE WILL BE REQUIRED FOR THE FOLLOWING STEPS
C. Apply sealant to the entire bottom surface of
brickmould to help prevent moisture absorption.
Apply sealant to the back side of brickmould
around the entire perimeter of the door unit that will
seal the brickmould to the wall.