JELD-WEN AuraLast Exterior Door Frame - Manual (Page 5)

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
AuraLast ® Exterior Door Frame Assembly Instructions
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Preparing for Sill & Jamb Head
Preparing the Sill
Note: the side jambs have been pre-cut to help assist in
preparing the sill assembly. depending upon the type of
sill (purchased separately - or - existing sill) being used,
modifications may have to be made. cut the length of the side
jambs (sill end) to properly fit the door height.
Cut the sill end of the side jambs for the appropriate length. To
notch jamb for the sill, place the sill next to the jamb on a flat
surface, making sure the interior face of the sill and jamb are in
line. Using the sill as a guide, mark a line in the jamb. Remove
the material below the line and flush with wider part of the jamb
as illustrated.
Preparing the Head Jamb
The side jambs have been pre-cut for easy assembly of head
jamb. Cut head jamb (1/4" - no less) wider the than door width.
Sill & Jamb Head Assembly
Sill
Pre-drill the side jambs into the sill and apply sealant to the
bottom of the side jambs where the sill is to be attached (as
illustrated).
Attach the side jambs to the sill with #8 x 2" galvanized screws
(as illustrated).
Head Jamb
Pre-drill and use #8 x 2" galvanized screws to attach the side
jambs to the head jamb (as illustrated).
Hinges
Lay assembled frame unit down on level surface and attach
the door to the frame with the hinges. Temporarily secure the
strike side of the jamb (shim) to the door so that it remains in
place.
Sill Bevel
Sill Height
Wood to be removed
Following the sill profile, mark a line in
the jamb
3 fasteners
3 fasteners
Head Jamb
Side Jambs pre-cut for
head jamb assembly
Shim the strike side to the door for installation
Hinges
Apply sealant at
the sill location
of side jambs
End cut square