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© 2011 Pella Corporation
Part Number: 81DU0100
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION -
NAIL FIN INSTALLATION BEFORE 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®)
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The performance of any building is dependent upon the design, installation, and workmanship 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 limitations, the effects of aging and weathering on building components, and other design issues relevant to each projec
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Exterior Interior 1 ROUGH OPENING PREPARATION (continued): B. Confirm the door will fit the opening. side, and in the center. Note: 1-1/2" or more of solid wood blocking is 1B required around the perimeter of the opening. Fix any problems with the rough opening before proceeding. For Replacement Installation where nail fin is NOT being used, go to Step 5. C. Apply flashing paper at the bottom rough opening. Position the top edge of the flashing paper with the top
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Install flush against exterior rough opening. Weather Barrier Side Flange EXTERIOR SILL PAN LIP EXTERIOR SILL PAN LIP Flashing Tape 9" EXTERIOR SILL PAN LIP 9" Flashing Tape EXTERIOR SILL PAN LIP Flashing Tape 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 PAN LIP 1 ROUGH OPENING PREPARATION (continued): Optional Sill Pan Instructions: I. Cut the sill pan Not
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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 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 flashing tape 1-1/2" x 6" and apply to the bottom corners of the opening 1S by beg
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EXTERIOR SILL PAN LIP INTERIOR SILL PAN LIP 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. of the interior sill pan lip. This bead should also continue up the corner of the sill pan break in the middle of the opening. Place a third sealant bead in the groove of the sill 1/2" 3A 6” 3A 6" 1 2 3 Applications without sill pan TWO OR MORE PEOPLE WILL BE REQUIRED FOR THE
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1 INCHES 2 3 mm 20 30 40 50 60 70 Interior SETTING AND FASTENING THE DOOR (continued): 3 F. Check the interior reveal. the measurement from the interior face 3E 3F of the door to the interior face of the wall is equal at several points around 3E 3F the door. 3E 3D Note: If dimensions are not equal, check to make sure the fins are folded 3E 3D out to 90° at all points. 3E 3D Clip or Frame Screw Installation, go to Step 5I Fasten the door punched hole in the nailing fin. Note: Make
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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 3L 3K ProLine®: Remove the screw from the sill strike located on the door sill, then place a dab of sealant into the sill strike 3J Entry Doors: Remove the two screws from the sill strike 3K located on the door sill. Place a dab of sealant into the screws into the hole. L. Double Doors Only: Shim between th
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3 SETTING AND FASTENING THE DOOR (continued): P. Doors with a lock strike in the side (jamb) and without a sidelight on the lock side: holes located in the frame as follows: Door Frame Corner: Drill pilot holes through the pre-drilled hole located in the upper frame corner on the lock Doors with Multi-point Lock: Drill through the one pre-drilled hole located in each lock strike. (Pull back frame weatherstrip to locate open hole in strike). Center Latch and Deadbolt L
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INTEGRATING THE DOOR TO THE 4 WATER RESISTIVE BARRIER (continued): B. Apply top flashing tape. Cut a piece of flashing tape long enough to go across the top of the door cladding, over the top nailing fin as shown. Fold the overlapping tape down, and press all tape down firmly. 4B Note: The top flashing tape must overlap the side flashing tape to prevent water from getting behind it. C. Apply the top flashing paper. Cut one piece of the rough opening. Position the bottom edge of t
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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 PR
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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 corner, then open the other panel and repeat on the opposite jamb. See below for pilot ALTERNATE ANCHORING METHODS, CLIP AND SCREW PLACEMENT: DOUBLE OPERABLE SINGLE FIXED OR OPERABLE 3P 3P 5I 5I 3" 3" 6" 6" 16" MAX 16" MAX 16
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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 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. Frame Head frame head only and not into the rough opening at the locati
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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, between the door and th
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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 corresponding 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. SOUTHWESTERN VINYL/STEEL BRICK WALL Backer
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SEALING THE DOOR TO THE 7 EXTERIOR WALL CLADDING (continued) A. Insert backer rod into the space around the clearance between the backer rod and the Note: Backer rod adds shape and depth for the sealant line. B. Apply a bead of high quality exterior grade sealant to the entire perimeter of the door. C. Shape, tool and clean excess sealant. When 7A 7A finished, the sealant should be the shape of an hourglass. 7B 7B D. Remove plastic guards at the base of the door once constructi
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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 Pella products must be finished per the below instructions; failure to follow these instructions voids the Limited Warranty. FINISHING INSTRUCTIONS Paint or finish immediately after installation. Note: DO NOT paint, stain or finish weatherstrip or vinyl parts! If paint,
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EXTERIOR FINISHING 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 materials and voids the Limited Warranty. CARE AND MAINTENANCE www.pe
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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 strike shim. Remove reinstall the strike. the tabs from the adjustable strike shim and install so that the thicker side is visible at the strike edge. Reinstall the strike.
