Operating Guide
PRODUCT GUIDE
Wood Patio Doors (JPG012)
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Active Panel
Active panel(s) are any panel(s) that operate and include lock hardware.
Astragal
The vertical trim attached to one of the panels of a patio door that
bridges the gap between the panels when closed and provides weather
and overswing (swinging doors) protection.
Boot-glaze
The method by which glass is set and sealed into a panel with a rubber-
like beige or gray gasket (“boot”).
Bumper
A hard rubber or plastic device located in the operating track opposite
the operating panel to limit it's movement when opening.
Clad
Aluminum or vinyl material attached to the outside of a patio door that
creates a durable, low-maintenance patio door.
Door Sweep
Weatherstrip that attaches to the bottom of a swinging patio door
panel, providing a barrier against the elements.
Filler
A trim piece used to provide a weatherstrip seal for the operating panel
on a horizontal sliding/gliding patio door.
Frame
The assembly of structural members (head, sill, and jambs) used to
fasten the window/patio door to the structure.
Handing
The operating direction of a patio door; refers to the way the patio
door will swing or slide to open (right-handed or left-handed).
Head Stop
A trim piece at the head of the patio door against the interior side of
the panel.
Header Track
The track in the head jamb of a sliding/gliding window or patio door
that guides the sash/panel as it opens and closes.
Hinge
A jointed or exible device on which a door or window turns.
Hinge Pin
A pin in the center of a hinge that holds the two parts together and
allows them to pivot.
Interlock
An interlock on a window or door provides a hooking action between
the sash/panel rail and the sill or jamb. This action reduces air
inltration and increases security.
Jamb
The vertical frame members of a window or patio door assembly.
Keeper
A bracket utilized as a latching point for locking systems.
Kerf
A groove that often holds weatherstrip.
Keyway
The slot in the lock where the key is inserted.
Lock Jamb
The side jamb that houses the lock keeper; the patio door closes into
the lock jamb.
Multi-Point Lock
A locking system that has multiple locking points with the system’s
mechanism hidden behind the side screen stops; the locking points
engage into keepers located on the panel.
Panel
An assembly comprised of stiles (vertical pieces), rails (horizontal pieces)
and the patio door’s glass.
Pilot Hole
A drilled hole that is no larger than the body of the screw (minus the
threads).
Rail
The horizontal members of a window or patio door panel.
Reveal
The space between the panel and the frame.
Roller
A roller is the round wheel used in a sliding window or patio door
on which the operating sash or panel travels. For this reason, sliding
windows/doors may also be called rolling windows/doors.
Score
To inscribe a line with a sharp instrument.
Screen Stop
A trim piece that holds the screen in place.
Shoot Bolt
A locking component which, when activated, extends from the end of
an operating panel or sash and engages a keeper in the frame.
Side Filler
A trim piece in the side jamb of a horizontal sliding/gliding patio door
used to provide a weatherstrip seal for the operating panel.
Sill Track
The track on the sill of a window or patio door that guides the sash or
panel as it opens and closes.
Stile
The vertical members of a window or patio door panel.
Stops
The trim pieces on the frame.
Weatherstrip
A strip of exible material that covers the joint between two separate
parts of a patio door and is used to prevent rain, snow, and cold air
from entering.
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