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7. EMBEDDED FRAME INSTALLATION
Always apply an anti-seize on the stainless steel fasteners.
1- Frames are usually shipped unassembled. The first step is to place the bottom section of the frame
(sill).
2- Start by precisely measuring and marking the
exact center of the sill.
3- Place the sill into the boxout in the channel floor,
making sure to align the center to the center of
the channel that was previously marked on the
concrete.
4- Level the sill with a calibrated 24” or 48” spirit
level. Use shims to adjust the level as needed.
For frames having a free opening width
exceeding 1500mm (60”) use a calibrated laser
level.
5- Bolt the 2 frame sides to the sill and tighten the
bolts firmly.
Figure 4
6- Place a plumb line on both side of the channel near the frame sides. Check and adjust verticality of
the frame sides in both axes along the whole channel depth. Tolerance on verticality is ± 3mm (1/8’’)
on the channel depth. Maintain the frame sides in position
using temporary wood shims.
7- Make sure to maintain a minimum gap of 16mm (5/8")
between all parts of the frame and the boxouts to allow
proper grouting. If needed, reposition the gate while
maintaining the sill level and verticality of the sides.
8- Check squareness of the free opening using a straight-edge
or a tight string from one corner to the other. A variation of
2mm or less is acceptable. Correct if needed with the
wooden shims.
9- Measure across the channel, the distance between the frame
sides at the top and bottom. The distance at the top and
bottom should be the same. Adjust if needed.
10- Lower one stop log or the stop plate into the frame. Check
the contact between the bottom seal and the bottom section
of the frame (sill) by using a flashlight. The seals on the log
or plate have a lip that should be in contact with the sill on its
entire width. Remove the log or plate before grouting.
Figure 5
11- Taking precautions not to displace the frame, install wooden forms to close the boxouts and pour the
grout. Be careful to avoid spilling grout inside the guide frame.
12- With clear water, clean the slides and bottom seal to remove any dirt (grout, metal, etc.), Make sure
the area where the frames are installed is clean from any residue that could interfere with proper
operation of the logs or plates.
