EFCO S5500 SSG Captured - Manual (Page 5)

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S-5500 SSG and Captured Corner Mullion Installation Instructions
Section II: Frame Unit Assembly & Frame Sealing
Captured System
Note: Sealant must be applied to the ends of
each horizontal member before assembly.
STEP #1 ASSEMBLE FRAMING MEMBERS
Frame assembly screws
1/4” –14 x 1 1/2”
HWSMS 18-8 Typical
90 DEGREE CAPTURED
CORNER AT SILL
SILL
Mitered end
of sill
CORNER
MULLION HALF
CORNER
MULLION HALF
Apply sealant to the ends of
the horizontals as shown.
Apply sealant between the
thermal struts as shown, and
tool smooth.
SILL
After each frame unit
assembly is complete,
wipe off all excess
sealant and allow the
frame unit to cure.
Refer to “Section II: Frame
Unit Assembly &
Frame
Sealing” of the Series 5500
Outside Glazed or Inside
Glazed Installation
Instructions for additional
information.