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© 2011 Pella Corporation Part Number: 81AK0101
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION -
NAIL FIN INSTALLATION AFTER WEATHER BARRIER AND
FRAME SCREW OR CLIP INSTALLATION FOR REPLACEMENT
ALUMINUM-CLAD EXTERIOR HINGED PATIO DOORS (PELLA® PROLINE AND DESIGNER SERIES®)
ALUMINUM-CLAD EXTERIOR ENTRY DOORS (PELLA® AND ARCHITECT SERIES®)
Please read thoroughly and understand completely all the steps in this instruction prior to
beginning installation.
Installation with Nail Fin follow steps 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7
Repla
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Interior Interior SEAL SEAL ANT ANT The performance of any building is dependent upon the design, installation, and workmanship of the entire building system. Pella Corporation strongly recommends consulting an experienced architect, contractor or structural engineer prior to installation of Pella products. The individual (building owner, architect, contractor, installer and/or consumer) responsible for the project must take into account local conditions, building codes, inherent component
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1" 6" Exterior 1 ROUGH OPENING PREPARATION (continued): Water Resistive Barrier C. Cut the water resistive barrier. 1st cut 3rd cut 4th cut: Make a 6" cut up from o each top corner at a 45 angle to allow the water resistive barrier to be lapped over the fin at the head of the door. 1C 2nd cut D. Fold the water resistive barrier. Fold side flaps into the opening and staple to inside wall. Fold top flap up and temporarily fasten with flashing tape. 1D FOR DOORS USING OPTIONAL SILL PAN GO T
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Install flush against exterior rough opening. Weather Barrier Side Side Flange Flange EXTERIOR SILL PAN LIP EXTERIOR SILL PAN LIP Flashing Tape 9" 9" EXTERIOR SILL P EXTERIOR SILL P AN LIP AN LIP 9" 9" Flashing Tape Flashing Tape EXTERIOR SILL P EXTERIOR SILL P AN LIP AN LIP Flashing T Flashing T ape ape 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 1-1/2" 1" 1" Variable 1" 1" Exterior EXTERIOR SILL PAN LIP EXTERIOR SILL PAN LIP EXTERIOR SILL PAN LIP INTERIOR SILL PAN LIP INTERIOR SILL PAN LIP INTERIOR SILL
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EXTERIOR SILL PAN LIP EXTERIOR SILL PAN LIP INTERIOR SILL PAN LIP INTERIOR SILL PAN LIP 1" 1 ROUGH OPENING PREPARATION (continued): R. Cut a piece of flashing tape to the width of the opening. Install to the flanges of the sill pan and overlap the tape from step 1N by 1". If needed add a second or third piece of flashing tape until the sill pan is covered to the interior sill pan lip. Note: The purpose of this tape is to seal the sill screws when installing the door. S. Cut two pieces of f
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1 INCHES 2 3 mm 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 6 0 7 0 EXTERIOR SILL PAN LIP INTERIOR SILL PAN LIP Exterior Exterior Interior 1st Bead 2nd Bead Leave a 2" break in center of pan 3rd Bead SETTING AND FASTENING THE DOOR: 3 A. Place three 3/8" beads of sealant. 1/2" 3A Place the first beads sealant 1/2" in front of the base of the interior sill pan 6" lip. This bead should also continue up the corner of the sill pan at each end, sealing the vertical joints of the sill pan legs. Continue the first
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Exterior Exterior Exterior SETTING AND FASTENING THE DOOR (continued): 3 CLIP OR FRAME SCREW INSTALLATION, GO TO STEP 5I. G. Fasten the door to opening by driving 1-1/2” galvanized roofing nail into each pre-punched hole in the nailing fin. 3G Note: Make sure the fin corner is lying as flat as possible H. Carefully open the door(s) and 3I remove all shipping spacers. Note: Be sure to remove the spacers from the bottom edge of the door panel. Door with nail fin only 3I Door with brickmo
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Interior Interior 3 SETTING AND FASTENING THE DOOR (continued): K. Double Doors Only: Designer Series®: Place a dab of sealant into the center sill strike hole and install the #8 x 3" flat head corrosion resistant screw (provided) or a 3/16" masonry screw into the hole. ProLine®: Remove the screw from the sill strike located on the door sill, then place a dab of sealant into the sill strike hole and install the #8 x 3" flat head corrosion resistant screw (provided) or a 3/16" masonry scr
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Exterior 3 SETTING AND FASTENING THE DOOR (continued): Note: Do not adjust the hinge with the top and bottom screws loose; this could force the hinge to adjust beyond its design capability which can cause the hinge to bind, damage the hinge and/or pull out the screws. A ¾ turn of the center screw provides approximately 5/32" adjustment. P. Doors with a lock strike in the side (jamb) and without a sidelight on the lock side: Drill an 1/8" diameter x 2" deep pilot hole into the rough openin
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1" Exterior Exterior INTEGRATING THE DOOR TO THE WATER RESISTIVE BARRIER (continued): 4 B. Apply top flashing tape. Cut a piece of flashing tape long enough to go across the top of the door and extend at least 1" past the side flashing tape on both sides. Apply the tape 1/2" onto the frame 4B cladding, over the top nailing fin as shown. Fold the overlapping tape down, and press all tape down firmly. 4C C. Fold down top flap of water resistive barrier. 4D D. Apply flashing tape to diagona
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DOOR REPLACEMENT IN SIDING 5 WITHOUT NAIL FIN (continued): D. Clean the vinyl j-channel/trim and rough opening with isopropyl alcohol or window cleaner to make sure it is free of dirt and debris before proceeding. E. Place a 3/8" bead of sealant (or enough to cover HEAD the area) between the j-channel and the rough AND opening at the head and jambs only. Tool the JAMBS sealant with a putty knife to press the sealant into ONLY the opening. CAUTION: The cut fin may have sharp edges! 2B 5E P
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DOOR REPLACEMENT IN SIDING 5 WITHOUT NAIL FIN (continued): Fastening Door to Opening I. After setting the door plumb level & square, secure the door to the opening. If using frame screw method then have two people hold the door upright and secure while a third person opens one panel and inserts a screw through the jamb 6" down from the top corner, then open the other panel and repeat on the opposite jamb. See below for pilot hole, screw size, & location details. ALTERNATE ANCHORING METHO
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DOOR REPLACEMENT IN SIDING 5 WITHOUT NAIL FIN (continued): Frame Screw Method: Note: If installing with installation clips, proceed to step P. J. Jambs: Drill and counter sink 3/16" diameter clearance holes through the door frame only and not into the rough opening at the locations shown on the diagrams. Note: Out-Swing Doors Only - If choosing to locate clearance holes through the frame to be concealed by door panel; remove frame weatherstrip and drill holes under the weatherstrip. 5J K.
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6" Interior 6 INTERIOR SEAL: Caution: Ensure use of low pressure polyurethane window and door insulating foams and strictly follow the foam manufacturer’s recommendations for application. Use of high pressure foams or improper application of the foam may cause the door frame to bow and hinder operation. A. Add a sealant bead across the inner sill and 6" up each jamb between the frame and rough opening. 6A 6B B. Apply insulating foam sealant. From the interior, insert the nozzle of the ap
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SEALING THE DOOR TO THE 7 EXTERIOR WALL CLADDING When applying siding, brick veneer or other exterior finish material, leave adequate space between the door frame and the material for sealant. Refer to the illustration that corresponds to your finish material. Note: The sealant details shown are standard recommendations from the sealant industry. Contact your sealant supplier for recommendations and instructions for these and any other applications. VINYL/STEEL BRICK WOOD Backer Rod Back
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INTERIOR FINISHING If products cannot be finished immediately, cover with clear plastic to protect from dirt, damage and moisture. Remove any construction residue before finishing. Sand all wood surfaces lightly with 180 grit or finer sandpaper. DO NOT use steel wool. BE CAREFUL NOT TO SCRATCH THE GLASS. Remove sanding dust. Pella products must be finished per the below instructions; failure to follow these instructions voids the Limited Warranty. FINISHING INSTRUCTIONS Paint or finish immed
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EXTERIOR FINISHING The exterior frame and sash are protected by aluminum cladding with a Pella EnduraClad® or EnduraClad Plus baked-on factory finish that needs no painting. Clean this surface with mild soap and water. Stubborn stains and deposits may be removed with mineral spirits. DO NOT use abrasives. DO NOT scrape or use tools that might damage the surface. Use of inappropriate finishes, solvents, brickwash or cleaning chemicals will cause adverse reactions with window and door material
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TROUBLESHOOTING - Adjustable Strike Latching Issues Issue 1: Issue 2: Door is difficult Door needs to close to latch. Remove more tightly against the strike and the weather-strip. adjustable Remove the strike strike shim then and adjustable reinstall the strike shim. Remove strike. the tabs from the adjustable strike shim and install so that the thicker side is visible at the strike edge. Reinstall the strike. Adj. Strike Shim (end view) Factory Side to be installed used in side
