B. Apply top flashing tape. Cut a piece of flashing tape long
ENOUGH TOGGO ACROSSSTHE TOPHOF THE DOOR ANDFEXTEND AT least 1" past the side flashing tape on both sides. Apply the tape 1/2" onto the frame cladding, over the top NAILINGLlN ASGSHOWNN&OLDLTHE OVERLAPPINGPTAPE DOWN N ANDNPRESSSALL TAPE DOWN lRMLY
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D. Apply flashing tape to diagonal cuts. Cut pieces of flashing tape at least 1" longer than the diagonal cuts in the water resistive barrier. Apply the tape covering the entire diagonal cut in the water resistive barrier at both upper corners of the door.
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4INTERIOR 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.Apply insulating foam sealant. From the interior,
INSERTTTHETNOZZLE OFOTHEZAPPLICATOR APPROXIMATELY E deep into the space between the door and the rough opening and apply a 1" deep bead of foam. This
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Stuff ™ Window and Door Insulating Foam Sealant by the Dow Chemical Company, allow the foam to cure
COMPLETELY USUALLYY TO SHOURS BEFOREEPROCEEDING TO THE NEXTESTEP
Note: DO NOT completely fill the space from the back of the fin to the interior face of the opening.
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B. 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.
