Therma-Tru Doors Installation - Manual (Page 74)

Installation
1.74 2014 SITE 1
Screen Installation
5
Assemble outside handle with button, spindle and spring.
Push this assembly through installation holes from outside
of door as shown.
Depress button to extend spindle. Position latch mechanism
over holes on inside of door, guiding spindle into
rectangular slot in center of mechanism. Insert (2) machine
screws into threaded sleeves and screw each down to
snug position.
6
Place the astragal on the passive panel (See Inset) allowing
an 1/8” gap. Top of astragal should be even with top of
door. Fasten through the center of the slot. Close active
panel and adjust astragal for even gap.
7
Install the spring latches to the passive door at the head
using the spacer and screws provided. Base of the latch
should be 1/4” down from the head channel.
8
Close both panels and recheck for proper clearance
between astragal and active panel (1/8”). Check for
proper latch engagement. Secure the astragal to the
passive panel by pre-drilling 4 holes with a 1/8” drill
bit and using 4-3/4” screws. Adjust the bottom expander
to the desired position.
9
Position the remaining spring latch to expander and
the strike plate (lip to the outside) to sill. Once proper
location has been determined so that the door is aligned
with frame, fasten with enclosed screws.
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