3
GETTING STARTED
#6 x 2
1
∕
4
" Installation Screw
Attaches frame to mounting surface
#1 Robertson drive
#6 x 1
5
∕
8
" Installation Screw
#6 x
5
∕
8
" Hinge Screw
#8 x 2" Pan Head Screw
#8 x
3
∕
4
" Flat Head Screw
#4 x
5
∕
8
" Flat Head Screw
#8 x 3" Installation Screw
#8 x 3
1
∕
2
" Installation Screw
Attaches Trim L-Frame +
1
/
2
" to
mounting surface
#1 Robertson drive
Attaches Trim L-Frame + 1"
to mounting surface
#1 Robertson drive
Attaches sill frame to side frames and T-post
#1 Robertson drive
Attaches bi-fold or bypass support bracket
to opening
#2 Phillips drive
Attaches hinges, interpanel clips, and
panel ramps
#1 Robertson drive
Attaches bi-fold and bypass carrier hardware
to panels
#2 Phillips drive
Attaches bi-fold or bypass track to frame
or opening
#2 Phillips drive
Attaches L-bracket to bi-fold or bypass frame
and valance
#2 Phillips drive
Attaches bi-fold pivot pin to panel
#2 Phillips drive
Attaches bi-fold pivot bracket to frame
#2 Phillips drive
Attaches magnet strike plate
#1 Robertson drive
Attaches magnets
#1 Robertson drive
#8 x 1
1
∕
4
" Pan Head Screw
#8 x
3
∕
4
" Pan Head Screw
#6 x
3
∕
8
" Pan Head Screw
#8 x 1" Flat Head Screw
#6 x
1
∕
2
" Pan Head Screw
FRAME ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Kirsch
®
recommends pre-drilling holes with the Composite Shutters Collection to avoid splitting the material with
the fasteners.
Assemble the Frame
1.
Lay out the frame sections on a soft surface. The frame sections are labeled left,
right, top, and bottom. Match up the corners.
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➤
Special attention should always be paid to assure that the correct frame pieces
are adjoined.
2.
Use Hoffmann keys (see image below) to connect the four corners of the frame.
If necessary, tap the keys securely in place using a rubber mallet, or a standard
hammer and wood block.
IMPORTANT:
Be careful when moving assembled frames; support weight evenly to avoid placing torque on the joined corners.
3a.
If build out or Casing Frame Spacer was ordered, attach it to the assembled frame using either the fasteners that were sent or
your nail gun.
3b.
If one or more T-posts are used, mount them to the frame using
one
of the pre-drilled holes in the T-post and frame. The top
of the T-posts are marked, and multiple T-posts are numbered, with number one starting at the left side of the frame and
progressing right.
4.
After the frame is assembled with the T-post(s) and before mounting in the window, it is recommended that you place the
panels in the frame to make sure the T-post location is accurate. Adjust T-post location if necessary.
5.
Secure the T-post(s) in place with the remaining screws.
IMPORTANT:
For installations with multiple T-posts, it is recommended that you begin your racking at the center most section
and work your way out to each end.
Hoffman
Key
