Installation Guide

The contour of door framing varies, making it necessary to cut the threshold plate (F) to t. We recommend cutting a cardboard template to t the opening rst,
to avoid cutting the threshold plate incorrectly.
Lay provided cardboard template (M) on top of the bottom bar and push into existing threshold, as far as it will go. Using a straight edge, mark the template at
the various widths of your existing molding and trim at both ends.
Move template so that front edge is ush to the front edge of bottom bar (it is okay to bend template to allow to t the shortest width between your molding and
trim). Mark at the various corners of your existing molding and trim.
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Secure Hinge-side Jamb with One-way Screws:
Pre-drill two 3/16" holes, 1-1/4" deep, into the entryway trim mounting surface, through holes 3 & 4 of the hinge-side jamb. Install two one-way screws
(J) into holes 3 & 4, securing the jamb to the entryway trim, using your drill and the supplied one-way driver tool (I).
Remove the two #10 3-1/2" dry wall screws (K) previously installed into the hinge-side jamb (holes 1 & 2 in the diagram). Drill two 3/16" holes, 1-1/4"
deep, into the entryway trim mounting surface, through holes 1 & 2. Install two one-way screws (J) into holes 1 & 2 using your drill and the supplied
one-way driver tool (I).
Installing the Lock-Side Jamb
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Jamb Alignment
Align the lock holes, in the lock-side jamb (C), with the lock bolts extended. Maintain
a space between door (B) and the lock-side jamb (C) equal or similar to the space
between the door (B) and hinge-side jamb (A), from top to bottom. Make sure the
lock-side jamb is plumb, then mark the location of mounting holes 5 & 6 of the jamb, by
inserting a screw through the jamb and either making a dent or scratching the mounting
surface. Set the lock-side jamb aside and, where marked, pre-drill the two holes, using
a 3/16" drill bit.
Temporary Screws
Return the lock-side jamb to position, verify again that it is plumb, and install two #10 3-1/2" dry wall screws (K) supplied
into holes 5 & 6 (see diagram at left), and temporarily mount the lock-side jamb (C). These screws are inserted solely to
temporarily hold the jamb plumb.
Permanent Screws
Pre-drill two 3/16" holes, 1-1/4" deep, into the entryway trim mounting surface, through holes 7 & 8 of the lock-side
jamb. Install two one-way screws (J) into holes 7 & 8, using your drill and the supplied one-way driver tool (I).
Remove the two #10 3-1/2" dry wall screws (K) previously installed into the lock-side jamb (holes 5 & 6 in the
diagram). Pre-drill two 3/16" holes, 1-1/4" deep, into the entryway trim mounting surface through holes 5 & 6. Install
two one-way screws (J) into holes 5 & 6 using your drill and the supplied one-way driver tool, being careful to insure
that the jamb does not move and maintaining the 1/8" to 1/4" gap between the door and the jamb.
Gap between door (B) and both
side jambs (A & C) should appear
equal on each side with a
minimal reveal of 1/8", up to a
maximum reveal of 1/4"
Hinge side
Lock side
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CA
B
Installing the Top/Head Jamb
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Place the top head jamb (D) above the door (B) and between the two side jambs
(A & C). Take care to make sure that a minimum of 1/8" reveal is consistent on both sides
jambs (A & C) as well as on the top head jamb (D). Spacing should be equal from left to
right and above the door. Mark the location of the mounting holes. Set the top head jamb
(D) aside and, where marked, pre-drill 3/16" holes 1-1/4" inches deep. Return top head
jamb to position and fasten to mounting surface using the provided one-way screws (J)
and the supplied one-way driver tool (I).
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C
A
B
Installing the Bottom Bar
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Note: If you will NOT be installing the bottom bar as determined in step 2, discard the bottom bar and skip to step 9,
otherwise, remove door from hinges and set aside.
Bottom Bar Placement
The bottom bar (E) will need to be installed 1/8" to 1/4" lower than
the existing doorway so that there is a slope to the threshold. This
allows any moisture to drain away from the door.
Bottom Bar Installation
Insert bottom bar legs into the left and right door jambs. Adjust the bottom bar to
the correct height. Install bottom bar (E) using two #8 self-tapping screws (L) as
shown. Keep your drill on a low speed so the threads do not strip.
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A
C
Insert bottom bar legs into the left
and right door jambs
Installing the Threshold Plate
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