Sliding glass door
Series 5Xp
Installation Instructions
Part NO. YW43
March 2013
5XP SLIDING GLASS DOOR INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
I. Sliding Glass Door General Overview
A. General Notes 3
B. Construction Notes 4
C. Building Codes 5
D. Perimeter Anchorage Considerations 6
E. General Sliding Panel Inspection 7
II. General Perimeter Preparation for the Door Frame
A. Opening Condition Verification 8
III. Perimeter Accessory Fabrication for Assembled Doors
A. Subhead Installation 9
B. Sill Starter Installation 11
IV. General Installation Without Subhead
A. Installation Without Subhead 13
(This section will not be required if the job is being supplied with a subhead)
V. Door Installation 14
VI. S-5XP Door Assembly Instructions 19
Minimizing Condensation
Note: Please reference EFCO's "Understanding Condensation" brochure which can be obtained thro ugh your EFCO
representative.
Condensation will form on any surface when unfavorable conditions (interior temperature and relative humidity and
exterior temperature) are present. When the formation of excessive condensation is a concern, it is highly recommend ed that a
design professional is utilized to perform an analysis of the shop drawings to recommend the best possible installation methods.
Please contact your EFCO representative for information on EFCO's Thermal Analysis Services.
Many current installation practices lead to an increase in the possibility of the formation of condensation. Though not all
inclusive, the list of examples below illustrates conditions under which condensation is lik ely to occur:
1. Bridging system thermal break with non-thermally broken metal flashin g or lintels that are exposed to the
exterior
2. System exposure to cold air cavities
3. Interior relative humidity levels not maintained at recommended levels, see EFCO’s “Understanding
Condensation” brochure
4. Inadequate separation between system and surrounding condition at perimeter
5. Product combinations during the shop drawing stage that result in bridging thermal breaks
of one or all products involved
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These recommendations are for general erection procedures only. For actual job conditions,
see the details on the shop drawings. For perimeter anchor type and spacing, refer to the
a
roved shop drawings or consult the project design professional.
SECTION I: Sliding Glass Door General Overview
Sliding Glass Doors are a factory glazed product with unassembled main frames and must be
handled with care. The following procedures and precautions are recommended:
A. General Notes
1. Protection and Storage
a. Handle the material carefully.
b. To avoid racking or damage to glazed panels and all Sliding Glass Door components
and accessories, do not drop or drag from the truck.
c. Stack the Sliding Glass Door panels with the directional arrows in the proper position
to allow adequate separation so the door panels will not rub together.
d. Store the Sliding Glass Door panels and accessories off the ground (i.e., pallets,
planks, etc.).
e. Protect against the elements, welding, masonry work, and other construction trades by
using a well ventilated covering.
f. Remove material from packaging if it becomes wet. Then repack materials and move
to dry location.
g. Sliding Glass Doors are not to be used as ladders, scaffolds, or scaffold supports.
2. Check Materials
a. Check all the material upon arrival for quantity and damage. Any visibly damaged
material must be noted on the freight bill at the time of receipt. If a claim is required,
the receiving party must process a claim with the freight carrier. If the delivery is by an
EFCO truck, any damage or variance in the quantity of window units or boxes must be
reported to the EFCO driver during the unloading process.
b. Should there be concealed damage, EFCO needs to be notified immediately for
replacement material.
3. Cleaning Door Units
a. Cement, plaster, terrazzo, alkaline, and acid based materials used to clean masonry
are very harmful to finishes and should be removed with water and mild soap
immediately; otherwise, permanent staining will occur. A spot test is recommended
before any cleaning agent is used.
b. For cleaning of anodized aluminum surfaces, refer to AAMA 609-93 Voluntary Guide
Specification for Cleaning and Maintenance of Architectural Anodized Aluminum.
c. For cleaning of painted aluminum surfaces, refer to AAMA 610.1-1979 Voluntary
Guide Specification for Cleaning and Maintenance of Painted Aluminum Extrusions
and Curtain Wall Panels.
Please note:
products to painted aluminum surfaces will induce permanent bonding of the tape to
the paint. This will cause adhesion failure between the paint and the aluminum
surface when the tape is removed.
d. If a protective coating is specified, remove it in areas that require field-applied sealant
prior to installation.
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B. Construction Notes
1. Reference Shop Drawings
a. Check the shop drawings and installation instructions to become thoroughly familiar
with the project. The shop drawings take precedence and include specific details for
the project. The installation instructions are general in nature and cover most common
conditions.
2. Check Openings
a. Make certain that construction, which will receive the material, is in accordance with
the contract documents. If not, notify the general contractor in writing and resolve
differences before proceeding with your work.
3. Benchmark Layout
a. All work should start from benchmarks and/or column center lines as established by
the architectural drawings and the general contractor.
4. Plumb/Level/True
a. All materials are to be installed plumb, level, true, and in proper alignment and relation
to established lines and grades. Products are to be installed maintaining tolerances of
1/8” in 12’-0” of length.
5. Isolate Aluminum
a. Isolate aluminum that directly contacts masonry or incompatible materials with a heavy
coat of zinc chromate, plastic isolators, or bituminous paint.
6. Fastening
a. Fastening means any method of securing one part to another or to adjacent materials.
Due to varying opening conditions, window configurations, design pressures, and
methods of anchorage (subframe, “F” anchors, etc.), perimeter fasteners are not
specified in these instructions. For anchor fastening, refer to the shop drawings or
consult the project design professional.
7. Blocking
a. All blocking and shims will be high strength plastic or non-corrosive materials, Not by
EFCO. Blocking must be of sufficient size and shape to support the frame at all
anchorage locations. The blocking must prevent the anchorage fasteners from
bowing, racking, twisting, creating a negative slope at the sills or distorting the window
frames and accessories in any manner.
8. Sealant
a. Sealants must be compatible with all materials they contact, including other sealant
surfaces. Any sealant details shown herein, unless specifically called out by EFCO,
are by others.
It is not EFCO Corporation’s position to select or recommend sealant or caulking types
and will not assume liability or responsibility thereof. Consult the sealant supplier for
recommendations relative to compatibility, adhesion, priming, tooling, shelf life, and
joint design. It is the sole responsibility of the customer to perform all sealant adhesion
and compatibility testing that is required by the sealant manufacturer of choice.
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9. Protective Threshold Cover
The threshold is supplied with a protective cover to help eliminate damage to the
threshold and weather-strip by the construction trades.
This cover will need to be removed to allow the door to achieve full water performance.
Water may overflow the sill with this protective cover in place.
C. Building Codes
Note: Glass and glazing codes governing the design and use of products vary widely. EFCO
does not control the selection of product configurations, operating hardware, or glazing
materials; therefore, we assume no responsibility for code compliance in these areas.
It is the responsibility of the owner, architect, and installer to make these selections in
strict conformity to all applicable codes and contract documents.
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D. Perimeter Anchorage Considerations
1. From the approved shop drawings, determine the size, type, and quantity of perimeter
fasteners required. EFCO will provide fasteners for EFCO material to EFCO material only.
All perimeter fasteners are Not by EFCO and should be purchased prior to arriving at the job
site. (If subframe is used, please refer to the Subframe Installation sheets.)
Due to varying opening conditions, window configurations, design pressures, and methods
of anchorage (subframe, “F” anchors, etc.), perimeter fasteners are not specified in these
instructions. For perimeter anchor type and spacing, refer to the approved shop drawings or
consult the project design professional. The installer should analyze the anchorage system,
and take into account the following information.
a. Frame dimensions and configuration of the door to be installed.
b. Material properties of the door frame.
c. Allowable tension, shear, and bending properties of the perimeter fastener.
d. Design pressure.
e. Details of the surrounding condition for the head, sill, and jambs.
f. Relative building movements and expected thermal movement of the door system.
g. In corrosive and/or salt air environments, stainless steel fasteners are suggested.
Substrate
Edge
Distance
Substrate
Edge
Distance
Perimeter
Fastener
Bearing
Surface
Edge
Distance
Bearing
Surface
Edge
Distance
Substrate
Thickness
Shim
Height
Note: This sketch is a
typical representation; other
anchorage systems will
require similar information.
Frame
Edge
Distance
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Frame
Edge
Distance
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2. Perimeter anchors should never penetrate a tank or tubular shape at a door sill. Any
penetration of the frame must be visible for sealing purposes.
3. Blocking must be of sufficient size and shape to support the frame at all anchorage
locations. The blocking must prevent the anchorage fasteners from bowing, racking,
twisting, or distorting the door frames and accessories in any manner. Excessive shim
heights could increase the prying tension and/or bending forces on the perimeter fastener.
Refer to the approved shop drawings and/or design professional for project specific
applications.
4. Sealant joints should be a minimum of ¼” to allow for a proper perimeter seal. Perimeter
sealant joints minimum widths must be achieved at all joints along the perimeter including
between the substrate and the end caps on the sill starter and subhead framing members.
5. Sealant joint maximums should make reference to the sealant manufacturer’s maximum
allowable sealant joint. Ensure that the perimeter sealant joints are in accordance with the
sealant manufacturer’s recommendations.
E. General Sliding Panel Inspection
Note: Upon completion of the Sliding Glass Door installation, all operating panels must be
checked for proper alignment and operation. If the sliding panels are removed, care
must be taken to ensure that sliding panels are reinstalled into the same frames from
which they were removed. It may be necessary to adjust the rollers and locking
hardware to ensure proper sealing and locking. All hardware must be cleaned as
necessary to provide smooth operation.
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Section II: General Perimeter Preparation for the Door Frame
A. Opening Condition Verification
1. The rough opening should be checked for the correct size as determined by frame size and
specified perimeter sealant joint widths listed in the architectural specifications and the shop
drawings. (See Fig. A)
2. Establish the face of the Sliding Glass Door line at the head, sill, and jambs. This reference
is arrived by using the architectural plans, general contractor’s reference lines, and shop
drawings.
3. Determine the high point of the masonry sill using string line or transit, and shim the sill
starter until level. (See Fig. B) To maintain a high level of resistance to water intrusion,
it is critical that the sill starter be level without twist or bow.
Fig. A
Fig. B
Plumb
Frame
and
Level
For proper Sliding Glass Door operation
Note:
and drainage, it must be installed PLUMB and
LEVEL.
Shim at Anchor
Locations
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Section III: Perimeter Accessory Fabrication for Assembled Doors
A. Subhead Installation
When preparing subframe for anchorage into the building opening, please
make note of plumb line alignment of subhead to sill starter possibilities as
shown in exam
les below.
Plumb Line
1. Subheads to be field cut to length (cut length = [overall frame dim. + 1/8”], unless shown
otherwise) and installed.
2. Make reference to Section I. D., for perimeter anchorage considerations.
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3. Shim as required to allow for the proper engagement of the sliding glass door head into the
subhead. (See Fig. C)
Shim
Fig. C
4. Backbed the Sliding Glass Door to subhead contact area with silicone sealant before
installing the door or cap seal after the door is installed. (See Fig. D)
Seal over the anchor bolt heads.
Fig. D
The subhead is now ready to install the Sliding Glass Door frame.
(See the assembly instructions (SECTION III) for assembly of the Sliding Glass Door frame)
Silicone backbed or cap seal
after the door is installed.
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B. Sill Starter Installation
FE71 END DAM
H10F GASKET
SLQ9
SCREWS
1. Determine the cut length (cut length = [overall F.D. + 1/8”], unless shown otherwise) of the
sill starter and cut to length. Adhere H10F gasket to the FE71 end dam and attach to 14G0
sill starter with SLQ9 (#10-16 x 1” PL-PH-SMS 410 A-pt MG) screws. This will need to be
done to both sides of the sill starter. Note: 14B4 sill starter, when supplied, will have FE72
end dam wrap underneath the sill starter. (See Fig. E)
2. Fasten down the sill starter with job specified anchors. (See Section I. D.) There is a groove
in the sill starter to locate the drill bit. Drill through the sill starter, at the groove, and continue
to drill through the support leg underneath the main web of the sill starter. 14G0 sill starter is
shown; 14B4 sill starter is similar. All blocking and shims will be high strength plastic or noncorrosive materials, Not by EFCO. (See Fig. F)
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14G0 SILL
STARTER
Fig. E
Groove location in this area
where anchor head is shown.
Fig. F
FE72 END DAM
14B4 SILL
STARTER
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Seal across face of
end dam to sill starter.
Sealant on anchor heads
Fig. G
3. Seal all exposed anchor heads. Seal between end dam and structure. Seal sill starter to end
dam joint as shown. 14G0 sill starter is shown; 14B4 is similar. (See Fig. G)
The sill starter is now ready to install the Sliding Glass Door frame.
(See the assembly instructions (SECTION III) for assembly of the Sliding Glass Door frame)
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Section IV: General Installation Without Subhead
This section will not be required if the job is being supplied with a subhead.
1. Anchorage holes for the head may be drilled prior to setting the door frame in the
2. Anchorage of the head will require a tight hole and a clear hole. The clear hole will need to
Shim
Fig. H
Note:
Do not drill holes in the door frame head if a subhead is being used. If a subhead is
being used, reference Section III, Subsection A, Subhead Installation. (Page 9)
opening. Note: See Section I. D., Perimeter Anchor Considerations. (See Fig. H)
be sized according to the size of the driver and the anchor being used. (See Fig. H)
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Section V: Door Installation
1. Assemble the door frame and prepare the door frame for installation into the opening. (Page
19 of 34)
2. Once the door frame has been assembled, position the door frame into the opening above
the sill starter. Now interlock the door frame sill with the sill starter. Adjust the door, side to
side, so as to have an equal caulk width at both jambs. Drive in the continuous arrow shim
(WNA3) into cavity between door frame sill and sill starter. Sealant that is required over the
arrow shim will be addressed later in these instructions. Preparations for anchorage of the
jambs are now ready. (See Fig. J)
WNA3 ARROW SHIM
Fig. J
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3. Drive in the continuous arrow shim (WNA3) between the door frame and the subhead on the
interior. (See Fig. K) Sealant that is required over the arrow shim will be addressed later in
these instructions.
Shim
Fig. K
4. Anchorage of the jambs will require a tight hole and a clear hole. The clear hole will need to
be sized according to the size of the driver and the anchor being used. (See Fig. L)
5. Install blocking and shimming around the Sliding Glass Door frame, at anchor locations,
assuring that the door framing is Plumb, Level, and Square
high strength plastic or non-corrosive materials; Not by EFCO. (See Fig. L)
6. Anchorage holes for the jambs may be drilled prior to setting the door frame in the
opening. Note: Either the exterior or interior track of the jamb may be anchored. Preferably,
anchor the side of the jamb that will be hidden by the fixed panel or the operable panel when
closed. Ensure that fastener edge distances as specified by the structural engineer are
considered when selecting which jamb track to fasten. See Section I. D., Perimeter Anchor
Considerations. (See Fig. L)
Fig. L
WNA3 Arrow
Shim
. All blocking and shims will be
Plumb
Frame
and
Level
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7. Once the door is properly shimmed and anchors are fastened per anchorage specified,
apply sealant over the anchor heads. (See Fig. M) After the sealant has been properly
applied and tooled over the anchor heads, apply sealant over the access holes. (See Fig. N)
Sealant over the clear holes can be accomplished by stuffing backer rod or like material into
the clear hole cavity and sealing over.
Note: All perimeter sealants must be continuous with one another and tooled with no voids.
Note: Ensure that the perimeter shims do not interfere with the exterior and interior
perimeter sealant joints that are to be in accordance with the sealant manufacturer’s
recommendations.
8. Seal all exposed perimeter joints between structure and door frame perimeters with a
skinning, non-hardening type of sealant. Refer to the approved shop drawings for joint
design. (See Figs. P and Q)
9. Seal all frame to frame and frame to accessory (subframe, panning, mullions) joints with
compatible silicone sealant. Refer to the approved shop drawings for joint design. (See
Figs. P and Q)
Fig. M Fig. N
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Compatible Silicone
Sealant Over Arrow
Shim by Others.
14G0 SILL STARTER
Compatible Silicone
Sealant by Others
Fig. P
Compatible Silicone
Sealant Over Arrow
Shim by Others.
Compatible Silicone
Sealant by Others
14B4 SILL STARTER
EXTERIOR VIEW
Compatible Silicone
Sealant by Others
Compatible Silicone
Sealant by Others
Note: All perimeter sealants must be continuous with one another and tooled with no voids.
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Compatible Silicone
Sealant by Others
Fig. Q
Compatible Silicone
Sealant Over Arrow
Shim by Others
Note: All perimeter sealants must be continuous with one another and tooled with no voids.
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Section VI: S-5XP Door Assembly Instructions
These recommendations are for general erection procedures only. For actual job conditions,
see the details on the shop drawings. For perimeter anchor type and spacing, refer to the
a
roved shop drawings or consult the project design professional.
SLQ9 ASSEMBLY SCREWS
#10-16 x 1” PH SMS 410 A-pt MG
14A0 HEAD
14A2 JAMB
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14N6 THRESHOLD and
HEAD FILLER
18M9 DOOR STOP
¾” LONG
HNE3 DOOR STOP
3 3/8” LONG
14E8 OXO MEETING RAIL
WIND LOAD ADAPTER
26L7 SILL
14B2
14B1 HEAD SPACER
4” LONG
HNE2 DOOR STOP
5 ½” LONG
STT7 OXO MEETING RAIL
ATTACHMENT SCREWS
#10-12 x 1” PH SMS 18-8 A pt.
.437 DIA. HOLE PLUG
IM15 MATTE CLEAR
IM14 WHITE
SCREEN PARTS (SHIPPED LOOSE)
14H4 SCREEN STOP
½” LONG
SFZ8 SCREWS
#8-15 x 1/2” FH SMS 18-8 A pt.
HNE4 (BLACK) SCREEN ANTI-LIFT
HNE5 (WHITE) SCREEN ANTI-LIFT
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H10B Head Corner Gasket shown
H10C Sill Corner Gasket not shown
1. Locate frame head (14A0), sill (14A1), and jambs (14A2). Locate head corner gaskets
(H10B) and sill corner gaskets (H10C). Locate the SLQ9 (#10-16 x 1” -PH-SMS 410 A pt
MG) assembly screws. (See Fig. 1)
2. The corner gaskets have a pressure sensitive adhesive on one side. Pull off the paper
backing, align the pre-punched holes with the fabricated holes in the jamb and adhere to the
jambs.
Jamb (14A2)
Head (14A0) shown
Sill
14A1) not shown
INTERIOR
Fig.1
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3. Align the screws in the pre-punched holes with the appropriate member (head or sill). Drive
the screws through the drilled holes into the screw races. Corner gaskets must be
thoroughly compressed for a watertight joint.
4. Anchor the door frame into the opening. Make reference to Sections I & II of this installation
instruction. Please make reference to specific details in approved shop drawings that may
pertain to your particular job specifications.
Silicone this joint
5. Seal all four frame corners as shown on the inside with silicone before installing the fixed
panels. Silicone at this joint must be tooled to assure a watertight joint.
(See Fig. 2)
6. The fixed panel is now ready for installation into the door frame.
7. The fixed panel will load from the exterior side of the door.
8. With the bottom of the fixed panel angled outward, tuck into the interior track of the door
frame head. Lift and push the bottom end in and allow the panel to rest in the interior track
of the door frame sill. (See Fig. 3 on Page 22 of 34)
JAMB
SILL
EXTERIOR
Fig.2
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EXTERIOR
Fixed Panel
Fig.3
9. The fixed panel side rail has an indention mark running vertically along its full length (See
Fig. 4). This indention mark, located on the inside, will need to line up with the leading
edge of the fixed jamb. Slide the panel and align. This is to allow the fixed panel interlock rail
to be in proper alignment with the operable panel meeting rail. This alignment will make
the leading edge of the operable panel locking rail engage the operable jamb
properly.
Alignment
Indention mark
Fig.4
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10. Once the indention mark is lined up at the jamb, locate 14B1 head spacer. (See Fig. 5)
Should the head have a slight dip, the head spacer will lift the head to its proper position. It
will also help lock in the upper meeting rail into the head. Take a rubber mallet and drive in
the head spacer until the leading edge of the head spacer is flush with the meeting rail. (See
Figs. 5 and 6) It is important that the head spacer is flush or the head filler will not go on in
the next step. (See Fig. 6)
14B1 Head Spacer
CARE MUST BE TAKEN WHILE
DRIVING IN THE HEAD SPACER
SO NOT TO DAMAGE THE
SPACER OR RAILS.
EXTERIOR
Fig.5
14B1 Head Spacer must be flush
with the meeting rail surface.
Fig.6
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11. The threshold and head filler are now ready for installation.
14N6 Head
Filler
14N6 Threshold
Square cut the
end next to the
meeting rail.
Fig.7
The head filler and the threshold are the same extrusion. The head filler will be finished to match the door
finish. The threshold will be clear anodized with a yellow protective cover
removed and is there to protect the threshold and weather-strip from construction damage.
The threshold protective cover will need to be removed to achieve full water performance or when
risk of damage is no longer present. Water may overflow the sill with this protective cover in place.
The head filler and threshold are factory notched on both ends and shipped long for field cut and
installation. The end that will be next to the fixed panel meeting rail is the end that will be square cut when
cut to length.
Figure the length of the threshold and head filler to fit tight against the jamb and meeting rail. (See Fig. 7)
Important: Before measurements are taken for the cut length of the head filler and threshold, be sure that
the fixed panel’s indention mark is in proper alignment with the jamb. (See Fig. 4 on Page 22 of 34)
An OXO will follow this same procedure. An OXXO head filler and threshold will be shipped long and
square cut on both ends. Follow this same procedure in determining the correct cut length.
Position the head filler and threshold in place and drive on with a rubber mallet.
. This cover should not be
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Important! Critical Sealant Joints! Use Extreme Care!
The following joints are crucial for water performance.
12. For good adhesion, properly clean the metal by following the silicone manufacturer’s
recommended cleaning procedures and application. The application of this sealant must be
pushed in as the sealant is gunned in, or tooled in a manner that the sealant will make full
contact with the joint walls and marry together with adjoining sealant. All views for the
sealant will be from the exterior.
Sealant will be applied across the sill, up the fixed jamb, and across the head. All sealant
must be continuous with one another and tooled with no voids. (See Figs 8, 9, 10 and 11)
Fig.8
(SIM.)
pg. 26
Sealant will be full
height of the fixed
jamb. Head to sill.
See Fig. 9)
Fig.9
(SIM.)
pg. 26
Fig.10
(SIM.)
pg. 27
Sealant will be full
length of the head.
Fixed jamb to
operable jamb.
Sealant will be full
length of the sill.
Fixed jamb to
operable jamb.
(See Figs 8, 9, 10)
Fig.8
Pg. 26
Fig.10
Fig.9
Pg. 26
Pg. 27
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Full length sealant across sill
See Fig. 8 for Steps A and B below (operable jamb to threshold):
Step A. The full length sealant across the sill at the threshold will need to wraparound the
weather-strip leg to the jamb.
Step B. Marry a vertical seal to the sealant across the sill and seal the joint between the weather-strip
See Fig. 9 for Steps C and D below (fixed jamb to fixed panel):
Step C. The full length sealant across the sill at the fixed panel will need to wraparound the weather-
Step D. Marry the full length sealant up the jamb with the sealant across the sill. This sealant will
All sealant must be continuous with
one another and tooled with no voids.
All sealant must be continuous with
one another and tooled with no
voids.
THRESHOLD
leg and threshold. This seal joint will follow the underneath profile of the threshold and fill the
gap between both the horizontal and vertical weather-strip. All sealant joints must be
continuous with one another and tooled with no voids.
strip leg to the jamb.
marry with the sealant at the head. All sealant joints must be continuous with one another
and tooled with no voids.
Weather-strip Leg
FIXED
JAMB
Fig. 9
SILL
Full length sealant up jamb
FIXED
PANEL
SILL
Weather-strip leg
JAMB
Fig. 8
Full length sealant across sill
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See Fig. 10 for Step E below:
Step E. Marry a vertical seal to the already applied sealant across the sill; seal the joint between the
All sealant must be continuous with
one another and tooled with no
voids.
Full length sealant across sill
FIXED
PANEL
Fig. 10
fixed panel meeting rail and the threshold. This seal joint will follow the underneath profile of
the threshold and fill the gap between both the horizontal and vertical weather-strip. All
sealant joints must be continuous with one another and tooled with no voids.
FIXED
PANEL
MEETING RAIL
THRESHOLD
SILL
Note:
The sealant at the head is an exact mirror of the sealant applied to the sill as
shown in Figs 8, 9, and 10.
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This page will be required if assembling an OXO door.
Otherwise, disregard and proceed to Step 14.
Full length sealant across sill
All sealant must be continuous with
one another and tooled with no voids.
See Fig. 11 for Step F below:
Step F. Marry a vertical seal to the already applied sealant across the sill and seal the joint between
the OXO fixed panel meeting rail and the threshold. This seal joint will follow the underneath
profile of the threshold and fill the gap between both the horizontal and vertical weather-strip.
All sealant joints must be continuous with one another and tooled with no voids.
FIXED
PANEL
Fig. 11
Note:
The sealant at the head is an exact mirror of the sealant applied to the sill and
its intersection as shown in Fig. 11.
OXO FIXED PANEL
MEETING RAIL
THRESHOLD
SILL
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This page will be required if assembling an OXO door.
Otherwise, disregard and proceed to Step 14.
Notch at head end
EXTERIOR
14E8 OXO
Meeting Rail
13. When assembling an OXO sliding glass door, locate 14E8 meeting rail. Proceed to engage
with the fixed panel meeting rail. (See Fig. 12) This should only be done after all panels
and thresholds have been sealed in place.
Note: 14E8 meeting rail will have a factory fabricated notch, as shown. (See Fig. 12) This
notch will be located at the head end of the meeting rail.
Once 14E8 is engaged, match drill through factory fabricated holes in the fixed panel
meeting rail with a .156 (5/32”) drill bit. Fasten with STT7 (#10-12 x 1” PH-SMS 18-8 A-pt.)
screws. (See Fig. 12) These fasteners are located approximately 6” from each end, at 12”
o.c.
FIXED PANEL
MEETING RAIL
STT7 Screws
Fig. 12
INTERIOR
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14. With the sealant all applied, the operable panel is now ready to load with the exception of
driving on the sash stop.
Before loading the operable panel, the sash stop must be driven into the hollow of the head
end of the meeting rail as shown. (See Fig.13) There will be a groove cut in the sash stop.
This groove will line up with the outer web of the meeting rail.
Fig 13
15. Locate HNE3 and 18M9 door stop. (See Fig. 14) Slide the two parts together. Apply a small
amount of silicone to the back 18M9 and snap fit into the jamb along the top side of the sill
roller track. This operation may be done after the door is fully assembled.
HNE3
18M9
Fig 14
Apply a small
amount of silicone to
the back side before
snapping into the
jamb.
Fig 13
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16. The operable panel will load from the exterior, same as the fixed panel.
With the bottom of the operable panel angled outward, tuck into the exterior track of the door
frame head. Lift and push the bottom end in and allow the panel’s rollers to rest on the roller
track. (See Fig. 15)
EXTERIOR
Fig. 15
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Adjustment Procedures:
17. Adjustment can now be made to the operable panel.
Adjust the rollers so that the operable panel is plumb and true
and will roll smoothly. Adjustment is achieved by extending a
Phillips driver through the hole, above the slot, in the sill end of
the operable panel. Engage the Phillips driver with the roller.
Once engaged with the roller, turn clockwise or counterclockwise
to adjust the roller up or down. (See Fig. 16)
Adjust the lock and keeper so the operable panel will
lock and unlock easily. The lock has two adjustment screws on
the face of the multipoint that allows the locking lugs to move
in and out. (See Fig. 16)
The keeper is mounted with four Pan head fasteners. When
loose, the keeper can move up and down. Align with the multipoint
lock and retighten the fasteners. (See Fig. 17)
Once all adjustments are made, locate supplied hole plugs
and push into each visible hole located at each panel corner.
Keeper
Fig. 17
Multipoint
Lock
Slot
Fig. 16
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Fig.18
14B2 Sill Wind Load
Adapter
18. With the operable panel or panels open all the way, slide 14B2 sill wind load adapter into the
milled slot located in the bottom of the operable panel locking rail. (See Fig. 18) Slide into
the milled slot until the back end of the adapter clears the jamb. Push adapter down into the
reveal pocket extruded in the sill. The adapter should now slide back and forth in the reveal
pocket. An OXXO door will require two adapters, one for each panel.
With the adapter approximately 6” from the locking rail with the keeper or 12” between two
adapters of an OXXO door, close and lock the operable panel(s). This will automatically
locate the adapters. Open the operable panel(s) and approximately 6” from each end of the
adapter(s) apply an approximate 1” to 2” long fillet bead of silicone. This will keep the
adapter from coming out of the reveal where it is positioned. (See Fig.19) Note: Before
applying silicone to the adapters of an OXXO door, butt both wind load adapters
together in the center.
Important: The 14B2 sill wind load adapter allows the operable panel to stay in during high negative
wind loads. Make sure that this adapter is firmly positioned in the sill reveal.
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Fig. 19
Silicone will be located
between the threshold and
windload adapter in this
area.
1” to 2” long fillet seal of
silicone located approx. 6”
from each end of the 14B2
windload adapter.
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19. Screen Installation instruction
When hanging the screens, make note that
the rollers are at the head. Both the screen head
and screen sill will need to engage at the same time.
The screen should now roll freely on the track.
Locate two (HNE4 or HNE5) anti-lift pieces. Each
piece will be attached with two SFZ8 (#8-15 x 1/2"
FH SMS 18-8 A pt.) screws. Attach the anti-lift
pieces to the existing holes in the screen head.
Fastening the anti-lift pieces will prevent the screen
from coming off the roller track. (See Fig. 20)
Locate (14H4) screen stops. One is required.
Dab a little silicone on the stop where
it will come in contact with the fixed jamb.
Drive the stop on tight against the head.
(See Fig. 21)
HNE4 or HNE5 anti-lift piece
14H4 screen stop
Fig. 21
Fig. 20
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