Installation Guide

CLEANING &
REFINISHING
DAMAGED
BRASS
Your Pella door includes a solid brass handle. The brass is polished and sealed with a clear coating by the
manufacturer. Should the finish be accidentally damaged by an abrasive or sharp object, it will succumb
to a natural oxidation process that occurs when the elements contact unprotected brass. Brass has an enduring
quality, in that it can be refurbished to its original polished finish again and again by using a quality brass
polish such as Brasso
®
and a soft cloth.
Remove the hardware from the door so the finish of the door will not be affected. See the hardware instructions for removal.
Note: You may be able to leave the hardware in place on the door when polishing the handle. Make certain to completely
mask off all areas around the handle before starting. If polishing the key cylinder, protect the internal mechanism by
covering the opening with tape.
1.
Use a quality brass polish to clean the brass - follow the product manufacturer's directions.
Note: Firm rubbing may be necessary to loosen the coating on the brass.
2.
Reseal the brass using one of the following methods:
a. Apply a coat of high quality, non-abrasive, polymer-based automobile wax - follow the product manufacturer's directions.
b.
Apply a clear coat lacquer spray to the brass - follow the product manufacturer's directions.
Note: If you removed the hardware from the door, lubricate any internal workings with a spray lubricant.
Re-install the hardware on the door using the hardware installation instructions.
3.
BOTTOM
EXPANDER
CLEANING
IMPORTANT: DO NOT use brass polish or steel wool on the bottom expander.
The bottom expander is an aluminum product with a simulated metallic anodized finish.
Use a soft cloth with a mild soap and water solution or any household grease-cutting cleaner.
PLAIN
GLASS
CLEANING
Models with decorative glass - follow instructions below.
Note: DO NOT use an ammonia-based cleaner for the first cleaning of the glass.
First Cleaning: Use a mixture of one part vinegar with four parts water to remove
the protective coating (applied for shipping protection) from the glass.
Routine Cleaning: Use a soft cloth with a mild soap and water solution, or any
household glass cleaner.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
DOOR
CLEANING
Routine Cleaning: Painted metal surfaces of the door may be cleaned by using a soft cloth with a
mild soap and water solution, or any household grease-cutting cleaner.
Note: Light marks on the painted surfaces of the door can be removed using turpentine or any
household grease-cutting cleaner.
BRASS &
OTHER
METALLIC
HANDLE
CLEANING
Routine Cleaning: Use a soft cloth with a mild soap and water solution to clean the surfaces.
Apply a high quality, non-abrasive automobile wax to polish.
Note: DO NOT use ammonia-based cleaners on brass or other metallic finish handles.
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