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3/4" LVL Reinforced Joining Guide
Weight of window/door unit(s) and accessories will vary. Use a reasonable number of people with sufficient strength to lift, carry, and install window and door unit(s) and accessories. Always use appropriate lifting techniques.
Improper use of hand/power tools could result in personal injury and/or product damage. Follow manufacturer's instructions for safe operation of equipment. Always wear safety glasses.
Every assembly and installation is different (windloads, structural support, etc.). Andersen strongly recommends consultation with an Andersen supplier or an experienced contractor, architect, or structural engineer prior to the assembly and installation of any Andersen product. For installation methods not covered in this guide, (i.e. through jamb) please visit the Architect Detail File on the web (www.andersenwindows.com). Andersen has no responsibility in regard to the post-manufactured assembly and installation of Andersen products.
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• Andersen® Head Flashing and Installation Flanges DO NOT take the place of standard window and door flashing. Unit must be properly flashed and sealed with silicone for protection against water and air infiltration. Use non-reflective flashings. Highly reflective flashing tapes can raise the surface temperature of the vinyl to the point where vinyl deformation and product damage may occur.
• Do not apply any type of film to glass. Thermal stress conditions resulting in glass damage could occur.
• Use of movable insulating materials such as window coverings, shutters, and other shading devices may damage glass and/or vinyl. In addition, excessive condensation may result causing deterioration of windows and doors.
Unless specifically ordered, Andersen windows and doors are not equipped with safety glass, and if broken, could fragment causing injury. Many laws and building codes require safety glass in locations adjacent to or near doors. Andersen windows are available with safety glass that may reduce the likelihood of injury when broken. Information on safety glass is available from your local Andersen dealer.
“Andersen” and “Andersen WindowCare” are registered trademarks of Andersen Corporation. All other marks where denoted are marks of Andersen Corporation. ©2002-2006 Andersen Corporation. All rights reserved. Instruction Guide 0005283 Revised 04/27/06
3/4" LVL Reinforced Joining Guide (Horizontal/Vertical) for Andersen® Patio Doors, Sidelights, Transoms,and Architectural Windows
Using ladders and/or scaffolding and working at elevated levels may be hazardous. Follow equipment manufacturer's instructions for safe operation. Use extreme caution when working around window and door openings. Falling from opening may result in injury or death.
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Tools & Supplies• Safety Glasses• Tape Measure• Pencil• Carpenter’s Square• Level• Hammer• Clamps• Utility Knife• Electric Drill• 3/16 x 1-1/2" Self-Tapping Concrete Screws (masonry install)• Phillips Bit• Hammer Drill (Concrete)• Masonry Bits (Concrete)• Caulk Gun• Silicone Sealant• Side-Cutters/Pliers• Power Saw• 1/8" Drill Bit• #8 x 1/2" Screws
Parts Included (1) Instruction Guide (1) Head Gusset Plate (Standard Kit Only) (1) 7-9/16" Head Gusset Plate (7-9/16" Kit Only) (1) Sill Gusset Plate (Standard Kit Only) (1) 7-9/16" Sill Gusset Plate (7-9/16" Kit Only) (1) 7-9/16" L-Bracket (7-9/16" Kit Only) (2) End Plates or Flat Plates (1) Exterior Trim Strip (15) #8 x 1" Screws (12) #10 x 2" Screws (18) #10 x 2-1/2" Screws (24) #8 x 3/4" Screw (2) Head/Side Flashing (Hinged Patio Doors) (1) Head Flashing (Gliding Patio Doors) (1) 3/4" LVL Joining Strip
Exterior Trim Strip
Head Flashing (Gliding Patio Doors)
3/4" LVL Joining Strip
#8 x
1" S
crew
(362
1530
)
#10
x 2-
1/2"
Scr
ew(3
6212
30)
Head Gusset Plate(2573482)(Vertical Joining, Standard Kit Only)
Sill Gusset Plate(2573483)(Vertical Joining, Standard Kit Only)
Additional Parts Required• 2-3/8" Inside Wood Casing (Available in Oak, Pine, Maple, White)• #10 x 3" Screws (Included with door unit.)
#10
x 2"
Scr
ew(3
6214
00)
Head/Side Flashing(Hinged Patio Doors)
End Plate (2579992)(Horizontal Joining, Door Products)
7-9/16” Head Gusset Plate (3254116)(Vertical Joining, 7-9/16" Kit Only)
7-9/16" Sill Gusset Plate(3254117)(Vertical Joining, 7-9/16" Kit Only)
7-9/16" L-Bracket(3254118)(7-9/16" Kit Only)
#8 x
3/4
" Scr
ew(3
6290
47)
Flat Plate(3270236) (Horizontal Joining, Architectural Windows)
Content Identification
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Steel will corrode when used with ACQ Pressure Treated Lumber. Obtain and use the appropriate size stainless steel fastener as called out in the installation guide to fasten unit to any rough opening made from ACQ Pressure Treated Lumber. Failure to use stainless steel fasteners for the installation could cause a failure resulting in injury, property, or product damage.
1. Prepare Rough Opening
Standard Construction
Masonry Construction
• Determine rough opening width for multiple units using the formula: rough opening width = 3/8" (shim) + total unit width(s) + 3/4" for each join (LVL Joining Strip) + 3/8" (shim).
• Determine rough opening height for multiple units using the formula: rough opening height = total unit height(s) + 3/4" for each join (LVL Joining Strip) + 1/2" (head clearance).
• Check sill plate for level. Sill must be level. Shim if necessary.
• Check rough opening for plumb and level. If rough opening is not plumb or level, correct as necessary.
• Check opening for square by measuring diagonally, upper left to lower right and upper right to lower left corner. If measurements are within 1/8", opening is square. If rough opening is not square, correct as necessary.
• For Horizontal 3/4" LVL Reinforced Joining, using Frenchwood® Patio Door Transom Units, go to Step 2.
• For Vertical 3/4" LVL Reinforced Joining not using Frenchwood® Patio Door Transom Units, go to Step 6.
Exterior Views
Do not install unit directly on masonry/concrete surface. Place a full length barrier (i.e. treated wood, tar paper, ice/water membrane) between unit sill and masonry/concrete surface. Failure to use barrier and sealing it to masonry/concrete surface and unit sill may result in product and/or property damage. Entire barrier must be sealed to masonry/concrete surface to help prevent water infiltration. Barrier thickness must not exceed 1/4".
• For Horizontal Joining, use End Plates. For Vertical Joining, use Head/Sill Gusset Plates.• For Gliding Patio Door products, assemble frames and panels according to product instruction guide. Join
assembled door frames into rough opening before installing panels.• For Frenchwood® Hinged (Inswing) or Frenchwood® Outswing Patio Doors, do not join hinge to hinge with
3/4" LVL Joining Strip. Structural support by others is required.• For Double Insect Screen Tracks and/or Exterior Extension Jambs applications, two 3/4" LVL Reinforced
Joining Kits are available. For 4-1/2", 5-1/4" and 6-9/16" wall applications, use standard kit. For 7-9/16" wall applications use 7-9/16" kit.
• For Double Insect Screen Track Kits and/or Exterior Extension Jamb Kits, attach kit(s) before installation of patio doors.
Level
Level
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3. Attach 3/4" LVL Joining Strip to Transom Unit - Horizontal Joining Frenchwood® Patio Door Transom Unit
Exterior Side Up
1/3 Point
• Place 3/4" LVL Joining Strip locator tab into flange kerf on transom unit keeping unit noses flush.
• Center 3/4" LVL Joining Strip to unit sill, 1/4" offset on each end, and fasten using two 1" screws located at 1/3 points.
3/4" LVL Joining Strip
1" Screws
Locator Tab
Transom Unit Flange Kerf
1" Screw3/4" LVL Joining Strip
Flush
1/3 Point
1/4"
1/4"
Head
Sill
2"
Dado
Flange Kerf
1" Screw3/4" LVL Joining Strip
Flush
2"Cross Section Detail
Frenchwood® Patio Door Transom UnitCross Section DetailArchitectural Window
2. Prepare Units and 3/4" LVL Joining Strip - Horizontal Joining
• Place units on a clean flat work surface. • Square and cut 3/4" LVL Joining Strip 1/2" shorter
than the width of transom unit.• For Architectural Windows, remove locator tab(s)
on side to be joined to Architectural Window.
Horizontal Joining
• Complete all horizontal joining before joining units vertically.
• Place block under patio doors between hinges when preparing units to prevent damage to hinges.
• For joining Frenchwood® Hinged Patio Doors (Inswing), place units exterior side up and remove Fastener Covers following instructions in unit installation guide.
• For joining Frenchwood® Outswing Patio Doors, place units interior side up. Patio Door
Panel
3/4" LVL Joining Strip Frenchwood® Patio
Door Transom Unit or Architectural Window1/4" (Both Sides) Exterior Side Up
Frenchwood® Hinged Patio Door (Inswing) shown.
Head
Sill 3/4" LVL Joining Strip
Remove Locator Tab(Architectural Window)
Trim Strip Receiver
Side Cutters/Pliers
1/2"
3/4" LVL Joining Strip
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Exterior Side Up
Screws
Patio Door Unit
Side Jambs Flush
Exterior Nose of Both Units Flush
Clamp
Frenchwood® Hinged Patio Door (Inswing) shown.
4. Join Units - Horizontal Joining
• Position exterior nose of transom unit and sidelight/door unit flush full length.
• Position side jambs of both units flush.• Clamp units together using two clamps
and surface protectors.• Locate one screw 2" and one screw 4"
from each corner in both directions. Space additional screws every 8", alternating through head jamb/sill jamb. Refer to Pages 5-6 for fastening details.
• Repeat Step 2-4 for remaining horizontal joins between transom units and sidelight/door units.
• Exterior nose of units and side jambs must be flush full length. Failure to keep flush will prevent proper sealing and may cause water infiltration.
• Excess tightening of clamps may mar surface.
Head
Sill
Frenchwood® Patio Door Transom Unit
Frenchwood® Patio Door Transom Unit to Frenchwood® Patio Door Sidelight Unit
• Fasten Sidelight Unit Head/Transom Unit Sill Jamb using 2-1/2" screws. Locate screws 2" and 4" from both corners of door unit. Space additional screws every 8", alternating through Head Jamb/Sill Jamb.
Frenchwood® Patio Door Sidelight - Horizontal Joining
#10 x 2-1/2" ScrewsFrenchwood® Patio Door Transom Unit Sill
Frenchwood® Patio Door Sidelight Unit Head Jamb
2"
2"4"
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Frenchwood® Patio Door Transom Unit to Frenchwood® Gliding Patio Door
• Fasten Gliding Patio Door Head/Transom Unit Sill Jamb using 2-1/2" screws. Locate screws 2" and 4" from both corners of door unit. Space additional screws every 8", alternating through Head Jamb/Sill Jamb.
Frenchwood® Gliding Patio Doors - Horizontal Joining
Frenchwood® Patio Door Transom Unit to Frenchwood® Hinged Patio Door
• Fasten Patio Door Head/Transom Unit Sill Jamb using 2-1/2" screws. Locate screws 2" and 4" from both corners of door unit. Space additional screws every 8", alternating through Head Jamb/Sill Jamb.
Frenchwood® Hinged Patio Doors - Horizontal Joining
For Inswing and Outswing AP/PA Patio Doors, remove existing 1" screws in Head Jamb Receiver Plate and replace using two 2-1/2" screws.
Receiver Plate
Head Jamb
2-1/2" Screw
#10 x 2-1/2" Screws
#10 x 2-1/2" Screws
Frenchwood® Patio Door Transom Unit Sill
Frenchwood® Gliding Patio Door Head Jamb
Frenchwood® Patio Door Transom Unit Sill
Frenchwood® Hinged Patio Door Head Jamb
2"
2"
Architectural Window to Frenchwood® Gliding Patio Door
#10 x 2-1/2" Screws
ArchitecturalWindow
Frenchwood® Gliding Patio Door Head Jamb
Architectural Window to Frenchwood® Hinged Patio Door
Frenchwood® Hinged Patio Door Head Jamb
#10 x 2-1/2" Screws
#10 x 2" Screws
ArchitecturalWindow
4. Join Units - Horizontal Joining (Continued)
(Interior Side)(Exterior Side) (Interior Side)(Exterior Side)
(Interior Side)(Exterior Side)
(Interior Side)(Exterior Side)
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• Fasten Patio Door Head/Transom Unit Sill Jamb using 2-1/2" screws. Locate screws 2" and 4" from both corners of door unit. Space additional screws every 8", alternating through Head Jamb/Sill Jamb.
Frenchwood® Outswing Patio Doors - Horizontal Joining
Frenchwood® Patio Door Transom Unit to Frenchwood Outswing Patio Door
4. Attach Transom Unit to Sidelight/Door Unit - Horizontal Joining (Continued)
#10 x 2-1/2" Screws
Frenchwood® Outswing Patio Door Head Jamb
Frenchwood® Patio Door Transom Unit Sill Jamb
2"
5. Attach End Plate(s) - Horizontal Joining• Determine which side jambs will be
located next to the rough opening wall when viewed from the exterior.
• Fill void (at join between upper and lower side jambs) with silicone sealant.
• Position End Plates to side jambs, center over 3/4" LVL Joining Strip, and fasten using (8) #8 x 1" Screws.
End Plate Location
Exterior View
Frenchwood® Hinged Patio Door (Inswing) shown. Illustration shows completed installation for determining outer units and location of End Plates only.
Right UnitLeft Unit
End Plate Location
Exterior Side Up
Right Side Jamb of Right Unit
8 x 1" Screw
Left Side Jamb of Left Unit
End Plate
Head Head
Sill
Silicone Sealant in void between Side Jambs
Sill
8 x 1" ScrewEnd Plate
Flat Plate(Used with Architectural Windows and Inswing Patio Doors)
8 x 1/2" Screw(by others)
Flat Plate(Used with Architectural Windows)
8 x 1/2" Screw(by others)
Exterior Side Up
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• Complete all horizontal joining before joining units vertically.
• For Double Insect Screen Track Kits and/or Exterior Extension Jamb Kits, attach kits before proceeding. Refer to specific attachment instructions included with kit(s).
• Refer to installation guides included with product for specific instruction when applying Installation Flanges.
• For Vertical Joining, prepare unit(s) for left to right installation as viewed from the exterior. Refer to installation guides included with product.
Sidelight/Door Unit Side Installation Flange
Side Jamb Being Joined (Do not apply Side Installation Flange for Vertical Joining)
Prepare Units for Left to Right Installation (Vertical Joining Only)
For Vertical Joining, units must be installed from left to right when viewing rough opening from the exterior. Installing units in reverse order may cause water infiltration.
For Vertical Joining, do not apply Side Installation Flange to Side Jamb being joined.
First Unit
Exterior View
• For Horizontal Joining, overlap upper unit Side Installation Flanges over lower unit Side Installation Flanges to help prevent water infiltration.
• For installations without vertical joining, refer to installation guides included with product for specific instruction for securing unit in rough opening. After securing unit, proceed to Step 22 of this instruction guide for sealing, trimming, and flashing joined units.
6. Prepare Units for Installation
Upper Unit Side Installation Flange overlaps Lower Unit Side Installation Flange to the exterior
Transom Unit Side Installation Flange
Frenchwood® Hinged Patio Door (Inswing) shown.
Rough Opening Side
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Frenchwood® Hinged Patio Door (Inswing) shown.
7. Seal Rough Opening - Vertical Joining Rough Opening
Area Under First Unit
Exterior View
Edge of First Unit
3"
Sheathing
• Apply three, 3/8" beads of silicone sealant to left side of rough opening (when viewed from the exterior), under first unit extending an additional 3".
• Clean and prepare surfaces receiving Silicone Sealant following manufacturer’s instructions. Failure to do so may cause water infiltration.
• Apply silicone sealant to area under first unit only, as shown. Silicone sealant applied full length of rough opening may set up before units are installed causing improper sealing and possible water infiltration.
Vertical Joining
1/2"2"
3"
Caulk Gun
Silicone Sealant
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• Apply a bead of silicone sealant behind Installation Flanges.
• Lift first unit into left side of rough opening when viewed from the exterior.
Fasten Left Side Jamb
First Unit
Side Installation Flange
Exterior View
Level
Weight of Patio Doors will vary. Use a reasonable number of people with sufficient strength to lift, carry, and install door unit(s) and accessories. Always use appropriate lifting techniques.
• Do not shim above Head Jamb. Shimming above Head Jamb may result in product damage.
• Do not fasten Installation Screws through Head Jamb at this time. Sill may lift from rough opening causing water infiltration.
Support unit in rough opening at all times until secured. Failure to support unit could result in unit falling out, causing injury, product, and/or property damage.
• Check left Side Jamb for plumb, level, and square. Correct as needed using shims.
8. Install/Fasten Initial Unit - Vertical Joining
Frenchwood® Hinged Patio Door (Inswing) shown.
Silicone Sealant behind Installation Flanges
• Press Side Installation Flange tight to rough opening, and fasten left Side Jamb to rough opening using #10 x 3" Installation Screws included with unit.
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Steel will corrode when used with ACQ Pressure Treated Lumber. Obtain and use the appropriate size stainless steel fastener as called out in the installation guide to fasten unit to any rough opening made from ACQ Pressure Treated Lumber. Failure to use stainless steel fasteners for the installation could cause a failure resulting in injury, property, or product damage.
Frenchwood® Hinged Patio Door (Inswing) shown.
• Apply a 3/8" bead of silicone sealant along the intersection of the rough opening and the bottom edge of unit Side Jamb.
9. Apply Silicone Sealant - Vertical Joining
Caulk Gun
Silicone Sealant
Sill
Side Jamb
Exterior View
• Position Sill Gusset Plate tight to installed unit by placing locator tab into flange kerf on the Side Jamb.
• Holding Sill Gusset Plate tight to the rough opening, fasten to Side Jamb using six #8 x 1" Screws.
• For Architectural Windows, flatten locator tab on Sill Gusset Plate and position against side jamb, 3/8" from interior edge. Fasten using six #8 x 3/4" Screws.
• For 200 Series Inswing Patio Door use four #8 x 3/4" screws into wood only.
10. Fasten Sill Gusset Plate to Side Jamb - Vertical Joining
Exterior ViewSide Jamb
#8 x 1" Screw
Sill Gusset Plate
Flange Kerf
Locator Tab
For 7-9/16" or 6-9/16" Exterior Extension Jamb Kits, do not place Sill Gusset Plate locator tab into aluminum kerf of Exterior Extension Jamb. Locator tab must be placed in kerf of unit Side Jamb. Failure to do so may result in product damage.
Frenchwood® Hinged Patio Door shown.
Use only six counter sunk holes when fastening Sill Gusset Plate to Side Jamb.
For 7-9/16", 3/4" LVL Reinforced Joining, use 7-9/16" Sill Gusset Plate.
7-9/16" Sill Gusset Plate
Sill Gusset Plate
Side Jamb
Locator Tab
Kerf
Frenchwood® Hinged Patio Door (Inswing) shown.
400 Series Frenchwood® Hinged Door
Architectural Window
Side Jamb
#8 x 3/4" Screw
Sill Gusset Plate
Locator Tab(Bent Flat)
3/8"
200 Series Inswing Patio Door
Side Jamb
#8 x 3/4" Screw
Locator Tab
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#10 x 2-1/2" Screw
Tape Measure
Sill Nose
Sill Gusset Plate
Exterior View
11. Fasten Sill Gusset Plate to Bottom of Rough Opening - Vertical Joining
Edge of Sheathing
Screw Location - Wood Application
Screw Location - Concrete Slab Application
Frenchwood® Hinged Patio Door (Inswing) shown.
• Measure distance from outer edge of sheathing to sill nose in lower left corner of unit. Position installed unit so lower right hand corner of unit matches lower left hand corner measurement.
7-9/16" Sill Gusset Plate Screw Locations
For 7-9/16", 3/4" LVL Reinforced Joining, use 7-9/16" Sill Gusset Plate and fasten using four 10 x 2-1/2" Screws. Use screw locations, as shown, for wood or concrete application.
Wood Application
Concrete Application7-9/16" Sill Gusset Plate Screw Locations
• For wood applications, fasten Sill Gusset Plate to bottom of rough opening using three #10 x 2-1/2" Screws into three hole locations, as shown.
• For concrete slab applications, predrill and fasten to bottom of rough opening using three, self-tapping, 3/16 x 1-1/2", concrete screws (by others) into end and middle hole locations, as shown.
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Steel will corrode when used with ACQ Pressure Treated Lumber. Obtain and use the appropriate size stainless steel fastener as called out in the installation guide to fasten unit to any rough opening made from ACQ Pressure Treated Lumber. Failure to use stainless steel fasteners for the installation could cause a failure resulting in injury, property, or product damage.
• Check Head Jamb for plumb, level, and square. Correct as needed using shims.
• Fasten Head Jamb to rough opening using #10 x 3" Installation Screws, provided with unit, through predrilled holes. For Architectural Windows, Fasten Head Jamb to rough opening using #10 x 2-1/2" Installation Screws, by others, through installation straps. Do not fasten through shims in doors, sidelights, or transoms.
12. Secure Unit Through Head Jamb - Vertical Joining
Head Installation Flange
Exterior View
Fasten Head Jamb
Shims must be removed from Head Jamb after fastening. Failure to do so may result in product damage.
Frenchwood® Hinged Patio Door (Inswing) shown.
• Remove shims from Head Jamb.
#10 x 3" Screw
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Steel will corrode when used with ACQ Pressure Treated Lumber. Obtain and use the appropriate size stainless steel fastener as called out in the installation guide to fasten unit to any rough opening made from ACQ Pressure Treated Lumber. Failure to use stainless steel fasteners for the installation could cause a failure resulting in injury, property, or product damage.
• Position Head Gusset Plate to install unit by placing locator tab into flange kerf on the Side Jamb.
• Hold Head Gusset Plate tight to unit Side Jamb and header.
• Fasten Head Gusset Plate to Side Jamb using five #8 x 1" Screws. Locate screws in bottom portion of slots to allow for header sag.
• Drill a 1/8" hole through bottom, center slot of Head Gusset Plate into Side Jamb. Bottom center slot must remain open for fastening through jamb and joining material in Step 20.
13. Apply Head Gusset Plate and Fasten to Side Jamb - Vertical Joining
Head Gusset Plate
Side Jamb
#8 x 1" Screw
Exterior Views
Flange Kerf
Frenchwood® Hinged Patio Door (Inswing) shown.
Cross Section DetailFrenchwood® Door
Screw Location in Slots
Head Gusset Plate
(5) #8 x 1" Screws
1/8" Hole
For 7-9/16", 3/4 LVL Reinforced Joining, use 7-9/16" Head Gusset Plate. Follow instructions for standard Head Gusset Plate (below) when securing to Side Jamb.
7-9/16" Head Gusset Plate
Screw Locations
Frenchwood® Door
Architectural Window
#8 x 3/4" Screw
Head Gusset Plate
Locator Tab(Bent Flat)
Side Jamb
Cross Section DetailArchitectural Window
Screw Location in Slots
Head Gusset Plate
(5) #8 x 3/4" Screws
1/8" HoleLocator Tab(Bent Flat)
• For Architectural Windows, flatten locator tab on Head Gusset Plate and position against side jamb and header, 1/8" from interior edge. Fasten using five #8 x 3/4" Screws in bottom portion of slots. Drill a 1/8" hole through bottom, center slot of Head Gusset Plate into Side Jamb.
1/8"
For 7-9/16" or 6-9/16" Exterior Extension Jamb Kits, do not place Head Gusset Plate locator tab into aluminum kerf of Exterior Extension Jamb. Locator tab must be placed in kerf of unit Side Jamb. Failure to do so may result in product damage.
Locator Tab
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Exterior Views
Head Gusset Plate
Header
#10 x 2-1/2" Screw
• Fasten Head Gusset Plate to Header using five #10 x 2-1/2" Screws.
14. Fasten Head Gusset Plate to Header - Vertical Joining
Exterior View
• Place a 3/8" bead of silicone sealant across top of Sill Gusset Plate.
15. Seal Top of Sill Gusset Plate - Vertical Joining
Caulk Gun
Sill Gusset Plate
Silicone Sealant
Exterior View
For 7-9/16" or 6-9/16" Exterior Extension Jamb Kits, extend 3/8" bead of silicone sealant to exterior edge of rough opening. Silicone
SealantEdge of Rough Opening
#10 x 2-1/2" Screw
Head Gusset Plate
Frenchwood® Hinged Patio Door (Inswing) shown.
Cross Section Detail
For 7-9/16", 3/4" LVL Reinforced Joining, use 7-9/16" Head Gusset Plate. Fasten Head Gusset Plate to Header using five #10 x 2-1/2" Screws.
7-9/16" Head Gusset Plate
Frenchwood® Hinged Patio Door (Inswing) shown.
Steel will corrode when used with ACQ Pressure Treated Lumber. Obtain and use the appropriate size stainless steel fastener as called out in the installation guide to fasten unit to any rough opening made from ACQ Pressure Treated Lumber. Failure to use stainless steel fasteners for the installation could cause a failure resulting in injury, property, or product damage.
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• For installations not using Double Insect Screen Track Kits or Exterior Extension Jamb Kits, proceed to Step 17.
• For 7-9/16" and 6-9/16" Exterior Extension Jamb Kits proceed to Step 17.
• Pinch end of aluminum locator tab from Trim Strip Receiver and roll off using a pliers or side-cutters.
16. Remove Locator Tab - Vertical Joining (If Required)
Pliers
Locator Tab
Trim Strip Receiver• Remove locator tab(s) only if using a Double Insect Screen Track Kit, 5-1/4" Exterior Extension Jamb Kit or Architectural Windows (joined side).
3/4" LVL Joining Strip
17. Apply 3/4" LVL Joining Strip/Trim Strip Receiver - Vertical Joining
• If Locator Tab has not been removed, position Locator Tab of the aluminum Trim Strip Receiver into flange kerf of installed unit.
• If Locator Tab has been removed, align Trim Strip Receiver flush with exterior edge of door unit.
Exterior Views
• Nose of Trim Strip Receiver must be kept flush with exterior edge of door/sidelight unit to allow Exterior Trim Strip to be applied.
• Both ends of 3/4" LVL Joining Strip are fabricated to allow for head and sill plate thicknesses.
• For nonstandard installations, when 3/4" LVL Reinforced Joining Strip is cut to a shorter length, fabricated area on end of strip must be replicated.
Flange Kerf
3/4" LVL Joining Strip
3/4" LVL Joining Strip
Locator Tab
#8 x 1"Screw
Frenchwood® Hinged Patio Door shown.
Flange Kerf
Locator Tab Trim Strip Receiver
Side Jamb3/4" LVL Joining Strip
Flush
Cross Section Detail
Fabricated Area
• Hold nose of Joining Strip flush with exterior edge of door and fasten 3/4" LVL Joining Strip to wood portion of Side Jamb using #8 x 1" Screws in center of LVL Joining Strip at upper, lower, and middle locations.
• Countersink screw heads flush.
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Frenchwood® Hinged Patio Door shown.
18. Prepare Second Unit and Seal Rough Opening - Vertical Joining
Head Installation Flange
Side Jamb Being Joined (Do not apply Side Installation Flange)
Caulk Gun Silicone
Sealant
Silicone Sealant
3/4” LVL Joining Strip/Trim Strip Receiver• Refer to specific installation guides included with
product and prepare units for left to right installation as viewed from the exterior.
• Apply three, 3/8" beads of silicone sealant to bottom of rough opening in area under second unit and along bottom edge of 3/4" LVL Joining Strip.
DO NOT apply Side Installation Flange to the Side Jamb being joined.
Side Installation Flange
1/2"2"
3"
Exterior View
• Apply a bead of silicone sealant behind Installation Flanges just before installing unit.
Second Unit
Silicone Sealant behind Installation Flanges
19. Seal - Vertical Joining
Frenchwood® Hinged Patio Door (Inswing) shown.
Caulk Gun
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• Tip second unit in place and position exterior nose flush with first unit the entire height of unit.
20. Install Second Unit - Vertical Joining
Clamp
Interior View
Weight of Patio Doors will vary. Use a reasonable number of people with sufficient strength to lift, carry, and install door unit(s) and accessories. Always use appropriate lifting techniques. Failure to do so may result in injury, product and/or property damage.
Support unit in rough opening at all times until secured. Failure to support unit could result in unit falling out, causing injury, product, and/or property damage.
• Exterior nose of both door units must be flush entire height of unit. Failure to do so will prevent proper sealing causing possible water infiltration.
• Excess tightening of clamps may mar door surface.
Frenchwood® Hinged Patio Door (Inswing) shown.
2" 4"
2" 4"
2"
4"
HeadSide
• Locate screws 2" and 4" from corners at head and sides where 3/4" LVL Joining Strip meets the rough opening. Refer to following joining combinations for screw size and fastening details.
• For Frenchwood® Outswing Patio Doors and Transom Units, fasten #10 x 2-1/2" Screw through previously drilled hole (see Step 13) in Head Gusset Plate.
• Position exterior nose of both door units flush the entire length of unit.
• Clamp units together using two clamps and surface protectors. Clamp Frenchwood® Outswing Patio Doors on interior side, Frenchwood® Hinged Patio Doors on exterior side, and for Gliding Patio Doors clamp entire jamb.
Steel will corrode when used with ACQ Pressure Treated Lumber. Obtain and use the appropriate size stainless steel fastener as called out in the installation guide to fasten unit to any rough opening made from ACQ Pressure Treated Lumber. Failure to use stainless steel fasteners for the installation could cause a failure resulting in injury, property, or product damage.
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Frenchwood® Hinged Patio Door (Inswing) shown.
Stationary to Operating UnitSidelight to Operating Unit
Frenchwood®/Narroline®/Perma-Shield® Gliding Patio Doors
Stationary to Stationary Sidelight to StationarySidelight to Sidelight
Frenchwood®/Narroline®/Perma-Shield® Gliding Patio Doors
Operating Unit to Operating UnitFrenchwood®/Narroline®/Perma-Shield® Gliding Patio Doors
20. Install Second Unit - Vertical Joining (Continued)
• Fasten Side Jamb using 2-1/2" screws. Locate top and bottom screws 2" and 4" from Head Jamb and 5" from Sill of door unit, space additional screws every 8", and alternate screws side to side, as shown.
#10 x 2-1/2" Screw (Centered in Side Jamb Recessed Area)
Frenchwood®, Narroline®, & Perma-Shield® Gliding Patio Doors - Vertical Joining
• Fasten Side Jamb using 2-1/2" screws. Locate top and bottom screws 2" and 4" from Head Jamb and 5" from Sill of door unit, space additional screws every 8", and alternate screws side to side.
Frenchwood® Patio Door Sidelight Units - Vertical Joining
Frenchwood® Door Transom Unit to Frenchwood® Door Sidelight Unit
#10 x 2-1/2" Screws
2"
(Interior Side)
(Exterior Side)
(Interior Side)
(Exterior Side)
(Interior Side)
(Exterior Side)
(Interior Side)
(Exterior Side)
#10 x 2" Screw (Centered in Side Jamb Recessed Area)
#10 x 2" Screw (Centered in Side Jamb Recessed Area)
#10 x 2-1/2" Screw (Centered in Side Jamb Recessed Area)
#10 x 2-1/2" Screw (Centered in Side Jamb Recessed Area)
#10 x 2-1/2" Screw (Centered in Side Jamb Recessed Area)
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20. Install Second Unit - Vertical Joining (Continued)
• Fasten Side Jamb using screws shown in detail. Locate top and bottom screws 2" and 4" from Head Jamb and 5" from Sill of door unit. Space additional screws every 8", and alternate screws side to side.
• For fastening Receiver Jamb remove existing screws in receivers where shown and replace with screws shown in respective detail.
Do not join Frenchwood® Hinged or Frenchwood® Outswing Patio Doors hinge to hinge with 3/4" LVL joining strip. Support structure stud must be used.
Frenchwood® Hinged Patio Doors - Vertical Joining
Stationary to Stationary Frenchwood® Hinged Patio Doors (Inswing)
Receiver to ReceiverFrenchwood® Hinged Patio Doors (Inswing)
Receiver to Stationary Frenchwood® Hinged Patio Doors (Inswing)
#10 x 3" Screws(Packaged with Unit)
#10 x 2-1/2" Wood Screw
#10 x 3" Screws(Packaged with Unit)#10 x 2-1/2"
Wood Screw
Stationary Jamb
Receiver Jamb
Top HoleReceiver
Architectural Window toStationary Frenchwood® Hinged Patio Door
Stationary Jamb
Architectural Window
#10 x 2-1/2" Wood Screw
Top HoleReceiver
Bottom Hole
Architectural Window toFrenchwood® Hinged Patio Door Receiver
#10 x 2-1/2" Wood Screw
#10 x 3" Screws(Packaged with Unit)
Receiver Jamb
Receiver Jamb
Stationary Jamb
Architectural Window
#10 x 3" Wood Screw
#10 x 2" Wood Screw
#10 x 3" Wood Screw
#10 x 2" Wood Screw
Exterior View
Exterior View
(Interior Side)
(Exterior Side)
(Interior Side)
(Exterior Side)
(Interior Side)
(Exterior Side)
(Interior Side)
(Exterior Side)
(Interior Side)
(Exterior Side)
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20. Install Second Unit - Vertical Joining (Continued) Frenchwood® Hinged Patio Doors - Vertical Joining (continued)
Hinge to Receiver Frenchwood® Hinged Patio Doors (Inswing)
Hinge to StationaryFrenchwood® Hinged Patio Doors (Inswing)
#10 x 2-1/2" Screws
Stationary JambHinge Jamb
Receiver JambHinge Jamb
#10 x 2-1/2" Wood Screw
Hinge*
#10 x 2-1/2" Wood Screw
Hinge*
#10 x 2-1/2" Wood Screw
#10 x 2-1/2" Wood Screw
Bottom Hole
Receiver
* Patio door shown has 3 hinges. 8' patio doors have 4 hinges.
#10 x 3" Screws(Packaged with Unit)
#10 x 3" Screws(Packaged with Unit)
Architectural Window
Hinge Jamb
Architectural Window to Frenchwood® Hinged Patio Door Hinge
#10 x 3" Wood Screw
#10 x 2" Wood Screw
Inswing Patio Door to Inswing Patio Door
#10 x 2" Wood Screws
Receiver or Stationary Jamb
Hinge Jamb
#10 x 2" Wood Screws
Exterior View
Exterior View
(Interior Side)
(Exterior Side)
(Interior Side)
(Exterior Side)
(Interior Side)
(Exterior Side)
(Interior Side)
(Exterior Side)
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20. Install Second Unit - Vertical Joining (Continued) Frenchwood® Outswing Patio Doors - Vertical Joining
Stationary to Stationary Stationary to Hinge
Frenchwood® Outswing Patio Doors
Receiver to Stationary Receiver to Hinge
Frenchwood® Outswing Patio Doors
• Fasten Side Jamb using screws shown in detail. Locate top and bottom screws 2" and 4" from Head Jamb and 5" from Sill of door unit, space additional screws every 8", and alternate screws side to side.
• For fastening Receiver Jambs, remove existing screws in receivers (where shown) and replace with screw size shown in respective detail.
Do not join Frenchwood® Hinged or Frenchwood® Outswing Patio Doors hinge to hinge with 3/4" LVL joining strip. Support structure stud must be used.
Receiver to ReceiverFrenchwood® Outswing Patio Doors
#10 x 2-1/2" Wood Screws
Top Hole
Receiver
#10 x 2-1/2" Wood Screw Top
Hole
Receiver
#10 x 2-1/2" Wood Screw
Bottom Hole
Receiver
#10 x 3" Screws(Packaged with Unit)
#10 x 2-1/2" Wood Screws
#10 x 3" Screws(Packaged with Unit)
#10 x 2-1/2" Wood Screws
#10 x 3" Screws(Packaged with Unit)
Exterior View
Exterior View
(Interior Side)
(Exterior Side)
(Interior Side)
(Exterior Side)
(Interior Side)
(Exterior Side)
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21. Secure Second Unit Through Right Side and Head Jambs - Vertical Joining
• Check right Side Jamb for plumb, level, and square. Correct as needed using shims.
• Press Side Installation Flange tight to rough opening, and fasten right Side Jamb to rough opening using #10 x 3" Installation Screws included with unit.
• Check Head Jamb for plumb, level, and square. Correct as needed using shims.
• Fasten Head Jamb to rough opening using #10 x 3" Installation Screws, included with unit, through predrilled holes and remove shims from head jamb. Do not fasten through shims.
• Repeat Step 6-21 for remaining vertical joins between transom/sidelight and transom/door combinations.
Secure Right Side Jamb before securing Head Jamb. Failure to do so may result in unit lifting from sill.
Shims must be removed from Head Jamb after fastening. Failure to do so may result in product damage.
Side Installation Flange
Level
Second Unit
Fasten Right Side Jamb
FastenHead Jamb
Exterior Views
Frenchwood® Hinged Patio Door (Inswing) shown.
Steel will corrode when used with ACQ Pressure Treated Lumber. Obtain and use the appropriate size stainless steel fastener as called out in the installation guide to fasten unit to any rough opening made from ACQ Pressure Treated Lumber. Failure to use stainless steel fasteners for the installation could cause a failure resulting in injury, property, or product damage.
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Frenchwood® Hinged Patio Door (Inswing) shown.
22. Seal Joining• Clean surface of Trim Strip Receivers and vinyl
surface of unit for proper adhesion.• Apply a continuous 1/8" bead of silicone sealant
along horizontal and vertical joins of Trim Strip Receivers and jambs.
• Apply silicone sealant in void where vertical and horizontal Trim Strip Receivers meet.
• Apply silicone sealant at head and under sill end of Trim Strip Receivers.
Exterior View
Silicone Sealant Applied to Both Ends of Aluminum Trim Strip Receiver
Side Jamb
Cross Section Detail
Silicone Sealant
Silicone Sealant
Silicone Sealant
Trim Strip Receiver
Silicone Sealant
Caulk Gun
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23. Apply Vertical/Horizontal Exterior Trim Strip(s)
• For gliding patio doors only, trim 1-1/16" off the end of vertical Exterior Trim Strip(s). Tuck vertical Exterior Trim Strip(s) 1/4" under Drip Cap at head and press in with thumbs from head to sill. Pound in place using a hammer and wood block.
• For hinged patio doors, position bottom edge of vertical Exterior Trim Strip flush with sill and press in with thumbs from sill to head. Pound in place using a hammer and wood block.
• Measure and cut horizontal Exterior Trim Strip(s) to fit between vertical Exterior Trim Strip(s). Position horizontal Exterior Trim Strip(s) between vertical Exterior Trim Strip(s) and pound in place using a hammer and wood block.
Vertical Exterior Trim Strip
Drip Cap(Gliding Patio Doors Only)
Horizontal Exterior Trim Strip
Vertical Exterior Trim Strip
Frenchwood® Hinged Patio Door (Inswing) shown.
Gliding Patio Door shown.
• Apply vertical Exterior Trim Strips full length before cutting and applying horizontal Exterior Trim Strips. Failure to do so may cause water infiltration.
• Fit horizontal Exterior Trim Strips tight to vertical Exterior Trim Strips. Failure to do so may cause water infiltration.
Initial positioning of Exterior Trim Strip is important because it is very difficult to remove once inserted.
Exterior Views
Vertical Exterior Trim Strip
Sill
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Exterior Views
When applying Head Flashing, the temperature of the units and flashing must be 60° F (15.6° C) or warmer. Insufficient adhesion may result if applied at colder temperatures potentially leading to water infiltration.
24. Apply Head/Side Flashing
Protective Backing
Silicone Sealant
Head/Side Flashing Silicone Sealant
Protective Backing
Head/Side Flashing(Hinged/Gliding Patio Doors, not for Circle Top™ Windows)
Join
Frenchwood® Hinged Patio Door (Inswing) shown.
Silicone Sealant
• Clean surface of frame and Installation Flanges approximately 6" on both sides of horizontal and vertical joins.
• Apply silicone sealant to void at ends of LVL joining strips.
• For side flashing on all doors and head flashing on Hinged Patio Door applications, remove protective backing from adhesive strip on Head/Side Flashing (Hinged Patio Door). Apply a continuous 1/4" bead of silicone sealant to back side of Head/Side Flashing. Center over joins and press firmly to adhere.
• For head applications on gliding patio doors, apply a continuous 1/4" bead of silicone sealant to back side of Head Flashing and center over joins and snap over lower lip of Head Cap Flashing. Tape in place until silicone sealant cures.
Head/Side Flashing (Hinged Patio Doors)
Silicone Sealant
Head Flashing (Gliding Patio Door)
Silicone Sealant
Clean Towel
6"
6"
Join
Exterior LVL Trim Strip
Protective Backing
Head Cap Flashing Lip
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25. Seal Head/Side Flashing Silicone Sealant
Caulk Gun
Exterior View
Head/Side Flashing
26. Seal Under Sill• Apply a 3/8" bead of silicone sealant on underside of
sill along it’s entire length.
Exterior View
• Apply a 1/4" bead of silicone sealant to top edges of Head/Side Flashing.
• For installations without vertical joining, installation is complete.
Silicone Sealant
Caulk Gun
Sill
Frenchwood® Hinged Patio Door (Inswing) shown.
Frenchwood® Hinged Patio Door (Inswing) shown.
Silicone Sealant
Head/Side Flashing
Full length continuous drip cap flashing by others.
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27. Apply 7-9/16" L-Bracket and Secure Head and Sill Brackets (7-9/16", 3/4" LVL Joining Only)
#8 x 3/4" Screw
Head Bracket
#8 x 3/4" Screw
7-9/16" L-Bracket
#8 x 3/4" Screw
Sill Bracket
Interior View
• Secure Head Bracket to 7-9/16", 3/4" LVL Joining Strip using three #8 x 3/4” Screws. Locate screws in bottom of slots on Head Bracket.
• Position one 7-9/16" L-Bracket in each 90° corner and fasten using #8 x 3/4" Screws.
• Secure Sill Bracket to 7-9/16", 3/4" LVL Joining Strip using two #8 x 3/4" Screws through holes. 3/4" LVL
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