Use and Care Guide

PRODUCT GUIDE
Interior & Exterior Doors (JPG013)
2
ASTRAGAL REPLACEMENT
1. Open the active slab.

that attach the
astragal.

doesn't come
off, there may
be adhesive tape
holding it in place. If
so, carefully score the

astragal and the slab.


astragal through the

the same location as
the old astragal.

on the passive slab at
the bottom with the
thick part against the
leg of the astragal as
shown.
NEEDED TOOLS
Note! Each tool is not required for every task.
NEEDED MATERIALS



at head screwdrivers
Hammer

Tape measure





bits
Chisel
Gloves

Tape


Brad nails






Fine sandpaper
Finishing supplies

Follow all manufacturers’ instructions and labels.

servicing the exterior side of patio doors above ground level.
Insect screens are not security devices and will not prevent a child,
other person, or pet from falling through.




holes.

product damage; we recommend the help of a second person.


Because slab removal can be awkward and could cause physical injury
or product damage, we recommend the help of additional people.
1. Open slab about
half way and hold
steady with the help
of a second person.
2. Only inswing
standard door
hinges have
removable hinge

screwdriver or nail
punch and hammer,
drive hinge pin
from bottom hinge,
then working up to

doors require removing the screws from one side of the hinge to
remove the slab. Take extra precautions when removing the spring
loaded automatically closing hinges.

4. To install slab, perform removal steps in reverse order.

Foam
wedge



slab
Foam
wedge

Hinge
pin