A.
Insert backer rod into the space around the door
leaving at least a 1/2"
clearance between the backer rod and the exterior face of the casing bead.
Note: Backer rod adds shape and depth for the sealant line.
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INTERIOR FINISHING
If the products cannot be finished immediately, cover with clear plastic to protect from dirt, damage and moisture. Remove any construction residue before
finishing. Sand all wood surfaces lightly with 180 grit or finer sandpaper. DO NOT use steel wool. BE CAREFUL NOT TO SCRATCH THE GLASS.
Remove sanding dust.
Pella products must be finished per the below instructions; failure to follow these instructions voids the Limited Warranty.
• On casement and awnings, it is optional to paint, stain or finish the vertical and horizontal sash edges.
• On single-hung and double-hung, do not paint, stain or finish the vertical sash edges, any finish on the vertical sash edges may cause the sash to stick; it is
optional to paint, stain or finish the horizontal sash edges.
• On patio doors, it is optional to paint, stain or finish the vertical and horizontal panel edges.
Note: To maintain proper product performance do not paint, finish or remove the weather-stripping, mohair dust pads, gaskets or vinyl parts. Air
and water leakage will result if these parts are removed. After finishing, allow venting windows and doors to dry completely before closing them.
Pella Corporation is not responsible for interior paint and stain finish imperfections for any product that is not factory-applied by Pella Corporation. Use
of inappropriate finishes, solvents, brickwash, or cleaning chemicals will cause adverse reactions with window and door materials and voids the Limited
Warranty.
For additional information on finishing see the Pella Owner’s Manual or go to
www.pella.com.
B.
Apply a bead of high quality exterior grade sealant
to the
entire perimeter of the door. At each end of the bottom of
the door, insert sealant into the spaces between the bottom
of the door and the sill support and connect it to the
perimeter sealant.
C.
Shape, tool and clean excess sealant.
When finished, the
sealant should be the shape of an hourglass.
Note: This method creates a more flexible sealant line
capable of expanding and contracting.
D.
Remove plastic guards
at the base of the door once
construction is complete.
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EXTERIOR FINISH
The exterior frame and sash are protected by aluminum cladding with our tough EnduraClad
®
or EnduraClad Plus baked-on factory finish that needs no painting.
Clean this surface with mild soap and water. Stubborn stains and deposits may be removed with mineral spirits. DO NOT use abrasives. DO NOT scrape or use
tools that might damage the surface.
Use of inappropriate finishes, solvents, brickwash or cleaning chemicals will cause adverse reactions with window and door materials and voids the Limited Warranty.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Care and maintenance information is available in the Pella Owner’s Manual. You can obtain an owner’s manual by contacting your local Pella retailer. This
information is also available at
www.pella.com.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Because all construction must anticipate some water infiltration, it is important that the wall system be designed and constructed to properly manage
moisture. Pella Corporation is not responsible for claims or damages caused by anticipated and unanticipated water infiltration; deficiencies in building
design, construction and maintenance; failure to install Pella products in accordance with Pella’s installation instructions; or the use of Pella products in wall
systems which do not allow for proper management of moisture within the wall systems. The determination of the suitability of all building components,
including the use of Pella products, as well as the design and installation of flashing and sealing systems are the responsibility of the Buyer or User, the
architect, contractor, installer, or other construction professional and are not the responsibility of Pella.
Pella products should not be used in barrier wall systems which do not allow for proper management of moisture within the wall systems, such as barrier
Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems, (EIFS) (also known as synthetic stucco) or other non-water managed systems. Except in the states of California, New
Mexico, Arizona, Nevada, Utah, and Colorado,
Pella makes no warranty of any kind on and assumes no responsibility for Pella windows and doors
installed in barrier wall systems. In the states listed above, the installation of Pella products in barrier wall or similar systems must be in accordance
with Pella’s installation instructions.
Product modifications that are not approved by Pella Corporation will void the Limited Warranty.
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SEALING THE DOOR TO THE
EXTERIOR WALL CLADDING (continued)
