PRE-HUNG EXTERIOR DOORS Style | Quality | Selection INSTALLATION GUIDE
PRE-HUNG EXTERIOR DOOR INSTALLATION Builder, Subcontractor or Supplier: Please forward these instructions to the homeowner. The application performance standards for these products may be governed by the International Residential Code, International Building Code and other state and jurisdictional requirements.
STEP 1: Check Door Unit Check width and height. Measure size of frame (width and height), not brickmould. Remove cleats and packaging, but keep door fastened closed with transport clip. DO NOT remove the transport clip until instructed to do so later in Step 7. STEP 2: Check & Prepare Opening Is the opening the correct size for the door unit? Check it against the door frame size now, before installation. The opening should be frame height plus 1/2 inch, and frame width plus 1/2 inch to 3/4 inch.
STEP 3A: Installation with a Sill Pan Place the right and left sill pan ends onto the caulk beads and tightly against the side of the opening. Then, liberally coat the overlapped areas and the recessed areas of the pieces with the PVC cement provided. Place center section(s) in position and hold pieces together long enough to ensure a good bond.
STEP 4 (continued): Plumb Hinge Side Jamb Work from side of the door that is weather-stripped. Sidelite Unit Use a 6-foot level and plumb the hinge side jamb both ways (right to left and inside to outside). Place screws through the hinge side jamb into the studs, at each remaining hinge location, as shown in the diagrams. Use #8 X 2-1/2 inch or 3 inch exterior grade screws. IMPORTANT! For Composite jambs, additional support is required.
STEP 7: Remove Door Plug & Open Door Remove the door plug. Open and close door to check for smooth operation. With the door open at the top hinge, drill 1/8 inch diameter pilot holes in the screw hole locations closest to the weatherstrip (if no screws previously installed). If screws are previously installed, remove 3/4 inch screws and install #10 x 2-1/2 inch screws. For middle and bottom hinges, proceed to install one (1) #10 x 2-1/2" screw in the bottom hole, closest to the weatherstrip.
STEP 10: Additional Frame Anchoring If sill is prepared for anchoring screws, place appropriate screws through the sill into the sub floor where needed (primarily on outswing sills). We recommend that you provide additional frame anchoring as shown here. Certain states or jurisdictions, notably Florida and the coast of Texas, have specific installation requirements and may require installation in strict accordance with the product approval for a specific product.
FINISHING INSTRUCTIONS Please use the below finishing instructions for doors which are not factory finished. Work only when temperatures are between 50° and 90°F and with humidity less than 85%. DO NOT finish in direct sunlight. Steel and Smooth Fiberglass Doors: To paint Doors: Clean first with mild detergent and water or use a TSP (tri-sodium phosphate) solution. Rinse well and allow to dry completely. Mask off hardware, glass and remove weatherstripping before painting.
