Installation Guide

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You’ve purchased a quality-built storm/screen door from Larson. Please take a moment to

fill out and mail in your product warranty card for years of trouble-free service. Larson offers you one of the most

liberal warranties in the industry (see page 6 for warranty information).

NOTE: Modification of door will void warranty.

Retain instruction booklet and sales receipt for future reference.

If you have any questions regarding the installation of your Larson storm door or need to order replacement parts,

don't go back to the store, call our Homeowner Helpline at 1-888-483-3768. Our staff of storm door experts are

on hand to answer any questions you may have. Please have the following information on hand when you call:

(1) Warranty Registration number—the number is on the decal located on the hinge z-bar (door must be open to

view once installed). (2) Door model (3) Opening size of door (4) Color.

202220565 LM 8/05

FIGURE 1

PARTS IDENTIFICATION

CAUTION: READ THE WARNING BELOW BEFORE

INSTALLATION.

1. The door requires caution while installing and during its total operational life.

2. The door is heavy and requires two people to lift and install on your

home or business.

3. Pinch points are indicated in the instructions by this symbol. Children

should not be allowed to play with the door and should be made aware of

the pinch points by the owner. Failure to properly instruct the user of this

product could result in the loss of a finger or other injury.

4. Do not operate the storm door without closer(s) installed and adjusted to

prevent door slamming.

5. Eye protection must be used during the installation to prevent injury from

flying particles.

6. Do not modify or alter the installation and specified use of the door.

7. Read the complete installation instructions before proceeding with

installation.

NOTE: Larson Manufacturing Company is not responsible for accidents and injury

resulting from the use or installation of this product.

Before You Get Started....................................................Page 2

Installation Instructions....................................................Pages 2–9

Warranties ........................................................................Page 7

Closer Instructions ...........................................................Pages 8-9

General Care and Maintenance........................................Page 10

Troubleshooting ...............................................................Page 11

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NOTE: Larger parts may need to be ordered at the store.

C L A S S I C - V I E W

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Storm/Screen Doors

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Summary of content (11 pages)

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202220565 LM 8/05 CLASSIC-VIEW Storm/Screen Doors ™ INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Before You Get Started....................................................Page 2 Installation Instructions....................................................Pages 2–9 Warranties ........................................................................Page 7 Closer Instructions ...........................................................Pages 8-9 General Care and Maintenance........................................
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BEFORE YOU GET STARTED TOOLS NEEDED 1. Power drill with assorted bits – 7/8" spade bit (for models with surface-mount hardware) 2. Phillips head screwdriver, regular screwdriver 3. Hacksaw 4. Caulking gun with caulking (optional) 5. Tape measure 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. Square and level Hammer Pencil Pliers Saw horses Small wood chisel ➤ Verify opening size with size shown on the box label. ➤ Do not take protective tape off door until instructed to do so (only applies to select models).
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FIGURE 6 FIGURE 8 FIGURE 7 3 FIGURE 9 Measure the Opening Facing the house from the outside, measure the height of the opening as illustrated in Figure 8. This measurement is taken from the top of the door opening (underside of the trim board) down to the bottom threshold. Take two measurements (A and B) as shown to determine the threshold angle to cut the Z-bar. 4 Cut Hinge-Side Z-Bar to Length The top of the z-bar should be at the correct position—1/16 to 1/8" above the door.
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FIGURE 10 5 Install Expander Sweeps Remove the expander from the door. Some models come with a single sweep, others come with a double sweep not installed. To install the sweep, simply thread the sweep into the channel of the expander. With the sweep installed, crimp both ends of the expander channel with a pliers.(Figure 10) NOTE: For best results crimp the inner leg of the channel–only, at both ends of the expander.
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9 Install Latch and Strike Hardware FIGURE 17 Refer to separate instructions packaged in the hardware box. *CAUTION: Be sure to install storm door hardware at a height that will not interfere with the prime door hardware. *Retain the parts list for future reference. NOTE: you will only use (1 of 2) latch side instructions in step 10 depending on your door model. 10a Install Latch Side Z-Bar (FOR MODELS WITH SURFACE-MOUNT HARDWARE.
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REMOVE ALL PROTECTIVE TAPE FROM THE DOOR FRAME NOW. 13a Retainer Installation/Removal INSTALLATION REMOVAL Your door is shipped with the screen and glass inserts in the window opening. After the door is installed either the screen or glass is held in place by plastic retainer strips.To install the retainers, start one end of the retainer into the track at the top or bottom of the window and push retainer into the track as shown.
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14 Install Screw Cap Covers FIGURE 23 Larson has 2 different types of screw covers. See Figure 23 or 24 to determine which type you have. Refer to the below instructions for further detail. 1. After the door is installed, apply the drip cap screw cover. Cut screw cover to correct length if needed using a scissors or a tin snip. Attach screw cover per illustration. Starting at one end, snap the cover on working your way towards the other end. 2.
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Classic-View™ Series Storm/Screen Doors CLOSER INSTRUCTIONS 1 FIGURE 25 Closer Installation NOTE: Be sure door opens and closes freely before installing the closer. Some models have two closers and others have one closer. CLOSER ASSEMBLY PREPARATION 1. Slide hold-open washer onto closer rod as shown. Pull rod out of closer so that there is a 1/4" gap per Figure 25 (insert small screwdriver in rod hole to provide pulling grip). Position washer behind flanges and against the closer. Remove screwdriver.
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2 Controlled Latching Power Feature FIGURE 28 Installed as directed, with door bracket connected to the FRONT hole of closer, the door will accelerate its closing speed in the last few inches of travel. This attachment position is recommended when the glass storm panel is in place. If a smoother, quieter closing action is desired, hold door open about 8" with hold-open washer. Move in from door bracket and relocate in closer REAR hole. This position is normally used when the screen panel is in place.
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Storm Door General Care and Maintenance Keep this document along with your Installation Instructions for future reference. Glass Brass Inlaid Glass Door Finish Wash glass using a household glass cleaner, or a warm water/mild detergent mixture, and a soft cloth or paper towel. Use only warm water to clean the glass portion of brass inlaid glass. Do NOT use household glass cleaners on brass inlaid glass. Many cleaners containing ammonia will expedite tarnishing of brass.
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CLASSIC-VIEW™ TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM A B C D E Door binding. Door squeaking when opening. Sash retainers fall out. Door leaking. Door not closing (slowly or not at all). POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Hinge to Jamb screws are too tight. Back off screws 1/4 of a turn. Door opening out of square. Square up opening. Expander dragging on threshold. Raise expander so that bottom of sweeps only touch top of threshold. Hinge z-bar is bent. Replace. Hinge to Jamb screws are too tight.