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6INTERIOR SEAL
Caution: Ensure use of low pressure polyurethane window and door insulating foams and strictly follow the foam manufacturer’s recommendations for application. Use of high pressure foams or improper application of the foam may cause the door frame to bow and hinder operation.
A. Add a sealant bead across the inner sill and 6" up | Interior |
each jamb between the frame and rough opening. |
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Note: If needed, first place backer rod between frame jamb and opening 6" up each jamb.
B. Apply insulating foam sealant. From the interior, insert the nozzle of the applicator approximately 1" deep into
the space between the door and the rough opening and apply a 1" deep bead of foam. This will allow room
for expansion of the foam and will minimize squeeze
out. Apply sealant across the interior surface of shims to create a continuous seal. For doors with jamb extensions installed, ensure the foam is places between the window frame and the rough opening, not between the jamb extension and the rough opening. Follow foam manufacturer's instructions.
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Note: It may be necessary to squeeze the end of the tube with pliers to insert it into the space between the door frame and the rough opening. DO NOT completely fill the space from the back of the fin to the interior face of the opening.
C.Check the door operation by opening and closing the door.
Note: If the door does not operate correctly, check to make sure it is still plumb, level, square and that the sides are not bowed. If adjustments are required, remove the foam with a serrated knife. Adjust the shims, and reapply the insulating foam sealant.
7SEALING THE DOOR TO THE EXTERIOR WALL CLADDING
When applying siding, brick veneer or other exterior finish material, leave adequate space between the door frame and the material for sealant. Refer to the illustration that corresponds to your finish material.
Note: The sealant details shown are standard recommendations from the sealant industry. Contact your sealant supplier for recommendations and instructions for these and any other applications.
BRICK VENEER |
| VINYL/STEEL |
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| SIDING |
Backer Rod and | Backer Rod and | |
Sealant typical | ||
Sealant typical |
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3/8" Clearance |
| 3/8" Clearance |
Insulating | Insulating |
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Foam | Foam |
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3/8" |
| 3/8" |
WOOD | WOOD SIDING |
SIDING | WITH TRIM |
| Sealant typical | Backer Rod and |
| Sealant typical | |
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| 1/8" Clearance | 3/8" Clearance |
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Insulating |
| Insulating |
Foam |
| Foam |
1/8" |
| 3/8" |