Installation Guide
MK642
Solid Vinyl Hinged Screen Door
For Napa, Hatteras and Geneva models
Warranty Information
Your Unique Home Designs screen door is warranted against manufacturer defects for one year from the purchase date. If the door breaks or structural
defects occur, Unique Home Designs will, at our discretion, repair or replace the door. Replacement items may vary in style due to changes in suppliers
and product. This limited warranty will not apply if the part has been misused, abused or altered. Cutting parts not specied by the installation guide or
parts drilled incorrectly are not included in this warranty. Screen material is excluded from warranty coverage. Warranty is not transferable.
To make a claim under this Warranty, send a brief written description of the problem, a picture of the claim, proof of purchase, and your contact
information to: Unique Home Designs, 973 N. Colorado Street, Gilbert AZ. 85233 Attn: Warranty Claims
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Attach hardware
4
On the exterior of the door, locate a position for the pull. Attach pull handle
to door with screws provided.
On the interior of the door, locate a position for the eye hook and latch, and
screw these in a position so that the hook aligns with eye screw and holds
door rmly against the jamb.
Attach return spring: On top jamb measure 6" from hinge side jamb, mark
and pre-drill with a 1/8" drill bit. Install the eye hook. Next, measure 11" from
handle side of door frame at top of the door, mark and pre-drill with a 1/8"
drill bit. Install eye hook. Attach spring to door jamb rst and then to door.
Attach wind spring on inside of screen door
Install hinges
3
Install hinges provided on the screen door. Start with top hinge, located
8 inches from top of door. Position hinge so hinge plate is ush with door
edge and hinge knuckles face the exterior. Drill pilot holes and attach hinge
using screws provided.
Repeat for the bottom hinge, located 8 inches from the bottom of the door.
Attach the 3rd hinge in the center of the door. The reinforced wood core will
hold screws securely without splitting or cracking. Place screen door into
position, using wood shims top and bottom, create uniform gap on latch side
of door. Place a shim on bottom of door to ensure the gap on top of door is
the same as the gap on the side. Once secure, attach door hinges to door
frame of entry area using screws provided.
Hinges
8"
8"
Trim door to t (if necessary)
2
Important: This step applies to the Geneva, Napa and Hatteras models only.
Do not trim the Hampton or Newport models.
If you need to trim the door, use a circular saw with ne tooth wood blade.
Trim sides, top and bottom, no more than 3/8" on all sides of the door. Use
guides or other precautions to ensure straight cuts.
Now you are ready to install the screen door. Open hardware package and
make sure all parts are accounted for. If you wish to upgrade your hardware,
do not install the door with included hardware, and utilize any instructions
provided with your upgraded hardware.
Measure, swing and t
1
Measure the height and width of your existing door opening from inside the frame.
Measure your new solid vinyl screen door and determine that you have bought the
correct size door before beginning. See t range above.
Determine which way the screen door should swing. The hinge side of the screen
door should be on the same hinge side of your main entry door.
Allow for at least 3/16" on each side and top, and 1/4" at the bottom to ensure a
proper t.
If the above specications do not match, trimming the door may be required to
ensure proper t.
3/16" gap
around
screen door
and entry
way frame
Pull handle
Opening Width Fit Range:
30" x 80" screen doors t most openings with minimum inside door frame width of 29-1/4" up to 30"
32" x 80" screen doors t most openings with minimum inside door frame width of 31-1/4" up to 32"
36" x 80" screen doors t most openings with minimum inside door frame width of 35-1/4" up to 36"
Opening Height Fit Range:
78-5/8" up to 79-3/8"
Not intended to limit or prevent passage of children, pets, etc., or to deter vandalism or burglary.
IMPORTANT: Replacement screen door t range Tools & Hardware Required:
NOTICE
Tools required: Tape measure, level, circular power saw, slotted screwdriver, Phillips screwdriver, power drill
and drill bit set, safety glasses, hammer, pencil, wood shims
Optional tools suggested: Sandpaper, saw horses
Hardware provided: Complete basic hardware kit including: pull handle, hinges, return spring, screws and
fasteners
Important: Read all instructions completely before beginning installation.
As viewed from exterior
As viewed from exterior