HALE PET DOOR™
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
SCREEN MODEL – UNIVERSAL MODEL
Please read these instructions carefully and completely before attempting to install Hale Pet Doors; they will
guide you through the steps and precautions needed for a screen installation. Illustrations and pictures have
been added to help you understand various instructions. In order to reach an experienced installer for free
consultation, please call 1-800-646-4773. Hale Pet Doors are designed for ease of installation which makes
them ideal for any type of screen. Any person with a working knowledge of power or hand tools and basic home
construction can install the Hale Pet Door™. It is important to note however, that the product warranty may be
affected if returns have been modified in any way other than specified by these instructions. We cannot give
credit for a door returned to us damaged.
A SAFETY REMINDER!
Always wear eye protection and gloves when appropriate.
Before installing:
The Hale Pet Door Universal Screen Model is designed to fit into one of the lower corners of a screen door
frame or screen window frame that over 1/2" thick. In screen frames that are 1/2" thick or less the standard
screen model should be used although the universal model will work in those situations as well. The doors are
very similar but the installation process differs between the two models. The universal screen pet door is
completely reversible and will fit into either corner of the screen frame.
Note: The Hale Pet Door™ screen model is not designed to work on security doors. A “door” model is a much
better choice for a security screen application.
Step 1: Before installation, be sure that you have the proper size pet door for the pet. If in doubt larger is better.
It may be harmful for the pet to use a pet door that is too small. A good general rule is to install the pet door so
that the distance from the floor to the top of the passage opening is above the shoulder of the largest pet. If
the customer has more than one pet, make sure the tallest pet has shoulder clearance and the shortest pet will
not have to jump through the opening.
Step 2: Take a brief look at the large diagrams of the screen model at the end of the instructions and become
familiar with various components of the screen model. This will not only help in understanding the terms used
in these instructions, but it can be very useful should you need to
call for technical support.
Step 3: Check the package to make sure that it contains all the
necessary parts.
Complete Kit includes:
Installation Booklet (inclu
d
es warranty, policies, training, etc)
Hale Pet Door™ screen model Screen spline 3/16”
Phillips head screws ¼”
7/64" drill bit
Metal screen retainer clips
Screen Stabilizer Bar Kit included with pet door sizes TL and larger (optional purchase with smaller pet doors)
Tools and supplies you may need:
Drill
Razor blade
Flat headed screwdriver or putty knife
Phillips headed screwdriver
Screen spline roller (handy but not necessary)
Needle-nosed
pliers
(optional) Silicone
caulk
Step 4: Determine which corner of the screen door is to be used for installing the pet door.
