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









