Installation Guide

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10/01/181

Installation Instructions

for Bifold Doors (JII103)

Thank you for selecting JELD-WEN products. Attached are

JELD-WEN’s recommended installation instructions for premium

composite, hollow and solid core molded Bifold Doors. Bifolds

are designed for fast and easy installation and adjustment using

commontools.

Read these installation instructions thoroughly before beginning. They are

designed to work in most existing applications. However, existing conditions

may require changes to these instructions. If changes are needed, they are

made at the installer’s risk. For installations other than indicated in these

instructions, contact a building professional.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

TABLE OF CONTENTS

GLOSSARY

NOTE TO INSTALLER: Provide a copy of these instructions to the

building owner. By installing this product, you acknowledge the

terms and conditions of the limited warranty as part of the terms

of the sale.

Table of Contents

Safety .................................................. 2

Storage and Handling ...................................... 2

Finishing ................................................ 2

Materials and Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Inspect Finished Opening, Remove Packaging and Inspect Door ....... 3

Identify Hardware Type ..................................... 4

Installation for Type A1 - A4 ................................. 5

Installation for Type B ...................................... 6

Installation for Type C ...................................... 7

Installation for Type D ...................................... 8

Installation for Type E ...................................... 9

Complete Installation ..................................... 10

Glossary

Finished Opening

The resulting opening after any trim work is completed. Measure these

dimensions for proper door tting.

Lead Door

The panel or section without the pivoting hardware. On four-panel

assemblies, these are the two that meet in the middle.

Pivot Door

The panel or section that contains the pivoting hardware and supports the

weight of the door assembly.

Summary of content (10 pages)

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Installation Instructions for Bifold Doors (JII103) Thank you for selecting JELD-WEN products. Attached are JELD-WEN’s recommended installation instructions for premium composite, hollow and solid core molded Bifold Doors. Bifolds are designed for fast and easy installation and adjustment using common tools. Read these installation instructions thoroughly before beginning. They are designed to work in most existing applications. However, existing conditions may require changes to these instructions.
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Installation Instructions for Bifold Doors (JII103) safety | storage and handling | finishing Safety Finishing • Read and fully understand ALL manufacturer’s instructions before beginning. Failure to follow proper installation instructions may result in the denial of warranty claims for operational or performance problems. • Use safe lifting techniques. • Wear protective gear (e.g. safety glasses, gloves, ear protection, etc.).
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Installation Instructions for Bifold Doors (JII103) 1 inspect finished opening, remove packaging and inspect door Inspect Finished Opening • The width size specification (finished opening size) shown on the bifold packaging is 1/2" larger than the bifold set to allow for at least a 1/4" gap between the side jamb and pivot door (door secured to the floor and head jamb). Double units should have at least 1/4" gap between both side jambs and no gap between the doors that meet in the middle.
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Installation Instructions for Bifold Doors (JII103) 2 identify hardware type Open the hardware pack and compare the contents to the images on this page. They do not show everything in the hardware pack, but only what is necessary to properly identify a specific type of hardware. Go to the page number for the pictured hardware type that matches the contents of the hardware pack that came with the door and follow the installation instructions.
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Installation Instructions for Bifold Doors (JII103) 3 installation for type a1 - a4 Parts Included Upper Pivot Pin 4. Place the upper pivot pin in the hole in the bracket and the guide in the track (or in the middle of the slide guide between the springs). Lift the door assembly slightly and drop the lower pin into Bracket 1/4" Pin the lower bracket slot. 5. Verify there is a 1/4" clearance between the pivot door and the jamb. Four panel assemblies should be snug at the middle.
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Installation Instructions for Bifold Doors (JII103) 4 installation for type b Parts Included A. B. C. D. E. Upper pivot pin Guide for track Snugger Knob Lower pivot pin A D C B E G F I H 1. Position the guide, upper pivot pin and lower pivot pin on the door assembly in the locations and orientations shown. 5. Unlock the track pivot latch by pulling the latch away from the jamb.
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Installation Instructions for Bifold Doors (JII103) 5 installation for type c Parts Included • • • • • Upper pivot pin Hanger with T-nut Snugger Top pivot bracket Lower pivot pin A • Lower bracket • Adjustment wrench • Track Screws (not shown) C D E B G F H 1. If holes are not drilled Lead door in panels, pre-drill one Pivot door hole on each outside Bottom of corner of the assembly 7/8" pivot door 7/16" in diameter and at Pivot hole least 1 1/2" deep in the 1 1/4" locations shown. 2.
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Installation Instructions for Bifold Doors (JII103) 6 installation for type d Parts Included • • • • • Upper pivot pin Guide for track Snugger Knob Lower pivot pin A • Lower bracket • Aligner • Track • Adjustment wrench Screws (not shown) B E D C G F I H 1. If holes are not drilled in panels, pre-drill 7/16" in diameter holes at least 1 3/8" deep, 1 1/4" from edges as shown. Tap pivots into holes with light hammer blows as shown. 2. Trim track to fit finished opening length if necessary. 3.
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Installation Instructions for Bifold Doors (JII103) 7 installation for type e Parts Included • • • • • • Upper pivot plate (2) Hanger Snugger Knob Lower pivot pin Lower bracket A • Top pivot bracket • Aligner • Track • Adjustment wrench Screws (not shown) D C B G E F H I J 1. Fasten the pivot plates to 7/8" each door panel with the 1 1/4" pan head screws Pivot door Lead door in the locations shown. Bottom of Use the 1" flat head 7/8" pivot door screws on the lower pivot pin.
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Installation Instructions for Bifold Doors (JII103) 8 complete installation For four door configurations, mount an aligner as shown on the back side of each lead door. Back side of door Aligner Back side of door For best operational performance and aesthetic appeal, install the door knob in the center of the middle rail of the lead Knob door(s) (panel without pivot hardware). The knob, however, can also be installed in any other location on the lead door if desired.