Instructions / Assembly

SHIM
PLUM - LEVEL - SH
Sealant
Sealant
(in Void)
• Apply a 1/2" bead of Sealant, 3" from exterior edge, full
length across bottom of Sill and in void between Side
Installation Flange and Sill.
• Apply a 1/4” bead of Sealant to interior surface of Head
and Side Installation Flanges and at corners where
flanges intersect at Head Jamb.
Sealant must be applied to Sill and in void between
Side Installation Flange and Sill to help prevent
water infiltration.
Exterior Edge of Sill
3"
Side Installation Flange
Temporary
Blocking
Material
Sill
Cross Section Detail
• Center frame horizontally in rough opening from the
exterior. Apply downward pressure on Sill to spread
Sealant.
• Clamp door frame in place.
9. Position in Rough Opening
Exterior
Interior
Clamp
Block
Exterior
Installation
Flange
Clamp
Block
Interior
Frame
Framing
Blocking material must be used whenever support
is needed under the projecting outer edge of
Sill. Support the entire length of Sill to prevent
product damage.
• Fasten blocking material under projecting, exterior, edge
of Sill to provide support. Remove temporary blocking
prior to installation of permanent blocking or decking.
8. Seal Frame, Sill and Rough Opening
Interior Side Up
Sealant
Caulk Gun
Sealant (in void)
Sealant (full length)
Frame Assembly and Installation Guide
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